North Star Canine Connection

06/29/2025

Courtesy Post: The owner of these friendly pups:
Trouble (Husky / shepherd) and J.D. (little fella) sadly passed away unexpectedly. They are looking for a good home. Trouble is 1.5 years and J.D. is about 5, both are unaltered males, currently in northern NH.

06/29/2025

Update: At this point I’m all set!!

ISO used wheelchair in any condition (as long as it rolls!) I’m on a waiting list for one at the V2VG thrift store but none have come in yet. Needed for a therapy dog class.

06/22/2025

My pet sitter is a saint. Not sure where she’s finding room to sleep! 🤦‍♀️

06/21/2025

Dixie needs a special home!!
I met Dixie a couple weeks ago and was immediately smitten. She is SO incredibly sweet, drop dead gorgeous, and an absolute love bug. I wanted to take her home with me, but had already committed to two other dogs. She thrives in environments where her human can provide consistent companionship, making her an ideal candidate for someone who works from home or has easy access to dog daycare.

Dixie bonds fiercely to her person which does come with separation anxiety. She will need help learning how to be confidently independent. With patience, desensitization, and counter conditioning , she can learn to feel more secure when left alone.

This is an opportunity to bring a loyal companion into your life while also embarking on a rewarding training journey. If you’re committed to helping Dixie overcome her challenges and are ready to provide a stable environment, I encourage you to consider adopting her.

For more information on Dixie and how to support her transition, please reach out.

06/20/2025

Our Play & Learn group is the only class with openings left this summer. We recently added it to accommodate young puppies that missed out on the Puppy Essentials class.

If you have a puppy between 8–16 weeks old, this special shortened session is the perfect opportunity to provide safe, positive socialization during their most critical learning period. Begins Saturday July 12th at 9:30.

Location: Community Room, Town Offices at Whitefield 56 Littleton Rd., Whitefield, NH Upcoming Sessions: Classes are currently held on select Saturdays from 9:30 - 10:15 (extra time as needed for questions or individual attention) The next available dates are: July 12 July 19 Jul

06/18/2025

HAPPY 3rd BIRTHDAY WINNIE! Grateful everyday for the amazing community that helped her recover. 💕

06/17/2025

All summer classes are full EXCEPT:
* Newly added class for young puppies
* 1 spot in Confidence-Building
*1 spot in Aspiring Therapy Dog

06/15/2025

Giovanna needs a foster home! She has been in a shelter in Puerto Rico for over a year, and nobody wants her. I wanted to foster her myself, but my circumstances have changed and I am not able to at the moment. She is VERY sweet, and also timid. Not as timid as my Jolene though. She walks beautifully on a leash. She just needs someone to be willing to foster her so she can come to the states and have a chance at being part of a family. She gets along well with other dogs. Would anyone like more information on her? You pay nothing to foster, and would have first option to adopt if you decided to keep her. 💙

06/14/2025

While I REALLY cannot take credit for this, I wanted to share it to highlight that slow and steady training truly pays off, and it does so in a way that respects our dogs' natural behaviors. It’s all about building skills gradually, working under threshold and still being true to their canine instincts. I’m incredibly proud to be working with this wonderful, albeit energetic, dog and his dedicated guardians!

06/13/2025

It’s going to be a busy summer!
Nearly all classes are filled, but we have one space in the Adult 101, Therapy, and Confidence Building classes. Snag a spot before before they’re full! Register on our website. (Some courses require pre-approval.)

06/07/2025

Did you know that seretonin, a neurotransmitter that helps to regulate mood, is produced in the gut? And that adding a good priobioic to your dog’s diet can significantly help reduce stress and anxiety in dogs? For instance, research published in the Journal of Animal Science found that dogs on probiotics displayed fewer signs of stress during things like thunderstorms and fireworks, along with lower cortisol levels, which is a hormone tied to stress. Just remember to consult your veterinarian before introducing any new supplements to ensure they're right for your pup.