North Star Canine Connection

North Star Canine Connection From manners training, to behavior modification, we will help bring out the best in your dog.

01/09/2026

Bandana class is going on as scheduled! (2nd and 4th Saturday of the month.) Please let us know if you plan to come or sign up on the website. 😊 It might be a smaller group than usual as we have 4 other group classes scheduled as well.

Gus would like to announce that there is ONE spot left in the Adolescent / Adult 101 class (for beginners) and ONE spot ...
01/08/2026

Gus would like to announce that there is ONE spot left in the Adolescent / Adult 101 class (for beginners) and ONE spot left in the Obedience Unleashed class (for more experienced pups).
Check out the registration page for course details. Classes start this Saturday! https://www.northstarcanineconnection.com/groupclass

01/03/2026

Reminder that Your Goals, Your Pace (bandana class) is now the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month. See you Jan 10th!

Oh how I have missed working with my equine partners! I very much look forward to riding in double digits temperatures. ...
01/03/2026

Oh how I have missed working with my equine partners! I very much look forward to riding in double digits temperatures. Today was brisk! 😂 🥶

Group Dog Training Classes Starting Soon: January 10th in Dalton, NHTwo positive, fun, and effective group dog training ...
01/01/2026

Group Dog Training Classes Starting Soon: January 10th in Dalton, NH

Two positive, fun, and effective group dog training classes are now open for registration. Classes begin Saturday, January 10th and are open to dogs over 6 months of age.

Location: Dalton Municipal Building

Adolescent / Adult 101
For dogs with little to moderate training experience. This class focuses on foundational skills such as down, stay, release cues, recall, leash manners, and impulse control.

Obedience Unleashed
For dogs with an existing training foundation who are ready to proof their skills and improve reliability around real-world distractions using training games.

Both classes use positive reinforcement and practical training methods that translate to everyday life.

Classes start soon and spots are limited.
Register here:
https://www.northstarcanineconnection.com/groupclass

Questions about which class is the best fit? Message me anytime.

12/31/2025

I had a blast working with Draco for a few hours. We worked on place training, socialization with other people and dogs, and learning to dry his muzzle after taking a drink. I have NEVER seen a dog who turns water into slime like this handsome fellow! 😂

12/31/2025

I don’t always share training videos because good training is rarely flashy. There are no instant long-lasting results, no big dramatic moments, just consistent work and real learning happening over time. But this progress is worth sharing. These two bulldogs have a history of fighting over attention, and after only two sessions they are already independently choosing to go to their designated beds. They’re beginning to understand that calm behavior and self-control are what bring the attention they’re seeking.

Big changes coming for the new year! North Star Canine Connection is growing! We’re excited to share that we’ll be offer...
12/30/2025

Big changes coming for the new year!

North Star Canine Connection is growing! We’re excited to share that we’ll be offering limited pet sitting services and new classes, thanks to a couple of wonderful new additions to the team.

Kim Germain joins us as an AKC Evaluator and Alliance of Therapy Dogs Tester/Observer, specializing in therapy dog training, service dog foundations, and real-world obedience. She works alongside her certified therapy dog Sawyer, who regularly supports schools and medical settings. Kim will be teaching a game-based obedience class and a foundations training class beginning January 10th.

Orla Doherty has been mentoring with us since 2024 and is working toward IAABC certification. She assists with classes, observes private sessions, and brings valuable pet-sitting experience. Her calm presence and kind, patient approach make her especially skilled with fearful and sensitive dogs.

It’s going to be a busy year!

12/20/2025

Good morning! A couple tips for this morning’s bandana class. Entrance is in the back of the building. And I have no cell reception there so if you call after 11:00 I probably won’t receive it. See you soon!

12/19/2025

Bandana class is on for tomorrow at 11:15! It looks like it will be busy so please be sure to let us know if you’re coming. We’re using a bigger room (Dalton municipal building) to accommodate dogs who require more space. Not many dogs are wearing their bandanas in this video because SOMEONE (ahem Ollie) likes to pull them off his friends. 😂

Life has been chaotic lately, but Obie has been a great reminder of why I do what I do. Whether I’m working with a dog o...
12/16/2025

Life has been chaotic lately, but Obie has been a great reminder of why I do what I do.

Whether I’m working with a dog or a horse, my philosophy stays the same:

• Autonomy matters: We don't need to control every aspect of our animal’s lives.

• Stay curious: Treat behavior as information to be decoded rather than defiance to be suppressed.

• Be fair: Are my expectations realistic for this species?

I actually adopted Obie without even a test ride, fully prepared for a massive training project. He’s been nothing short of wonderful (though I’m still waiting for him to truly test my skills! 😂).
I appreciate your patience while I balance life and training. More dog content coming soon.

12/10/2025

Group class updates for January:
A second Adolescent / Adult 101 class has been added!

There is still space in Obedience Unleashed and Puppy Essentials.

Address

95 HILDRETH Road
Whitefield, NH
03598

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 6:30pm
Tuesday 4pm - 6:30pm
Wednesday 4pm - 6pm
Thursday 4pm - 6pm
Friday 4pm - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+16035751344

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