Socialization & Confidence Boosting
⭐️ Socialization for dogs involve exposing them to a variety of stimuli to help them become well-adjusted and confident. ⭐️
This includes:
Sounds: 📣 Familiarizing dogs with different noises—like traffic, music, or household appliances—can reduce anxiety and fear.
Textures: 🐾 Introducing dogs to various surfaces (grass, tile, gravel) helps them feel comfortable in different environments.
Buildings: 🏘️ Exposing dogs to various indoor and outdoor settings, such as stores or parks, teaches them to adapt to new places.
People: 🧍♂️Interacting with individuals of different ages, appearances, and behaviors helps dogs develop social skills and reduce fear of strangers.
Dogs: 🐕 Meeting other dogs in controlled settings encourages positive play and communication, essential for their social development.
Overall, diverse experiences contribute to a dog's confidence and behavior in various situations.
Myles will be going to his new handler in the next couple weeks!
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The "place" command is a cue that instructs your dog to go to a specific location and stay there until given permission to leave. Here are some detailed benefits: 🐕🦺
Behavioral Control: It helps in managing your dog's behavior by giving them a clear instruction, promoting obedience and reducing undesirable actions. 😯
Impulse Control: Teaching the "place" command enhances your dog's impulse control. They learn to stay in a designated area, even when distractions are present.
Safety: It's a safety measure, especially in situations where your dog needs to stay put, like when guests arrive, or during meals.
Relaxation: Having a designated spot can serve as a comfortable and safe space for your dog to relax. This can be particularly useful in busy or new environments.
Training Foundation: The "place" command is a foundational skill that can be built upon for more advanced training. It establishes communication between you and your dog.
Versatility: It's versatile and can be applied in various settings, both indoors and outdoors. This makes it a practical command for everyday situations.
Consistent training, positive reinforcement, and patience are key to successfully teaching the "place" command.
It fosters a strong bond between you and your furry friend while ensuring a well-behaved and happy pet. ❤️
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Daycare 🐕🐕🦺🐩
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3 walks a day 🦮
Yummy treat 🦴
Playtime 🎪
Video and Photo updates 📸
- Dogs do get a rest time 💤
- We do offer day trainings
Did you know we offer daycare?
We don’t add in new dogs very often but we have 2 spots available!
Daycare days are Wednesday and Thursday as of now.
We really like to be smaller daycare so we aren’t stressing the dogs out.
Daycare includes
- 3 walks a day
- Yummy treat
- Play time
- Nap time/Break time
- Trainer/Owner onsite
Location is 26068 Main St, Zimmerman MN
Message NorthernWoods Dog Training or Ashlyn Feit for more information.
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Message NorthernWoods Dog Training or Ashlyn Feit to get your furry friend working on the fitbone! The fitbone helps improve muscles and confidence!
‼️Board N’ Train‼️
Considering sending your dog for training? Look no further than NorthernWoods Training! 🐶
Are you ready for a well-behaved, happy pup?🌟
🐕 Why Choose Northern Woods Dog Training?
Personalized Approach: Tailored training programs to suit your dog's unique needs and personality.
Consistency: Your dog receives daily, focused training sessions, ensuring rapid progress.
Behavioral Solutions: If your pup has any behavior issues, we got it covered.
Socialization: Your dog will make new furry friends and learn proper social skills.
Support: We offer ongoing support to help you maintain your dog's newfound skills.
Don't miss out on having a well-trained, happy companion!
Contact Northern Woods Dog Training today to learn more about our fantastic board and train programs. 🐶❤️
NorthernWoods Dog Training
Ashlyn Feit
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Training facility is in Zimmerman
Boarding programs are in a home setting in Big Lake
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Are you struggling with your dogs recall?
Are you struggling with your dogs stay?
Are you struggling with your dogs obedience or excitement?
If you said YES to any of these questions I believe it’s time to get your furry friend into some training with NorthernWoods Dog Training!
It’s getting warm and we are out and about more and more. We want our furry friends to be able to have some freedom but in a safe way!
Message NorthernWoods Training for more information on how to get started!
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Ashlyn Feit
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Training doesn’t always mean doing something.
Here I have Philbert in his place cue, he’s not allowed off of his place unless I release him and tell him he can!
When working on this sometimes I will clean, work with another dog, and/or watch tv.
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We are booking out fast!
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What is one thing you are needing help with for training?

Here at NorthernWoods Dog Training, our goal is to help as many owner and dogs as possible!
We want to keep as many dogs out of the pound as possible! 🐕🐩🐾
Don’t hesitate to ask Ashlyn Feit or NorthernWoods dog training for more information on training classes.
Lets talk about reactivity!
It’s getting warmer and more and more people are out and about with their dogs, but here’s the thing not every dog wants to be friends with you or your dog, maybe they’ve had an accident with another dog or another person, they could have anxiety there’s so many different reasons a dog can react, and we need to listen to our dogs!
🐕🐾 Reactive dogs are dogs that display a heightened level of reactivity or sensitivity towards certain stimuli, such as other dogs, people, or environmental factors. This reactivity can manifest in a variety of ways, such as barking, growling, lunging, or even biting.
Reactive behavior in dogs can have a variety of causes, including genetics, past experiences, lack of socialization or training, fear, anxiety, or frustration. It is important to understand that reactive behavior is not a reflection of a dog's character or personality, but rather a response to perceived threats or stressors.
If you have a reactive dog, it is important to work with a professional trainer or behaviorist who can help you identify the underlying causes of the behavior and develop a personalized training plan to address it. This may include techniques such as desensitization and counter-conditioning, positive reinforcement training, and management strategies to prevent your dog from being exposed to triggers that may provoke a reactive response.
It is also important to be patient and consistent in your training efforts, as reactive behavior can take time and effort to modify. With the right approach, however, many reactive dogs can learn to manage their reactivity and enjoy a happier more peaceful life with their owners.
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-Ashlyn Feit
This right here is what a lot of people need to hear!
-Upstate Canine Academy
Here is the heel tonight with no treats!
💫Here’s a fun video of my personal dog working on place💫
Place:
🐕 Place means your dog has a specific area to relax and just stay calm, I like to make it fun and bring his place outside/inside so I’m changing it up for him.🐕
What is positive reinforcement?
Positive reinforcement is scientifically proven dog training behavior modification technique that allows for the positive reinforcement of desired behaviors through the use of encouragement and praise.
