Dog training near milaca, mn

Real training, from someone
who actually understands dogs.

Sarah Bostock brings a background in animal behavior — including work as a wolf educator under Dr. David Mech — to every session. Puppy foundations, obedience, and behavior work, about 20 minutes from Milaca in Princeton.

dog training princeton mn
Training Programs

Training built around your dog, not a generic curriculum

Every program starts with understanding your dog’s actual behavior — not just teaching commands, but building real communication.

Puppy Foundations

House training, leash manners, basic commands, socialization, and confidence building. The foundation that makes everything else easier.

Basic & Intermediate Obedience

Sit, down, stay, come, heel, and real-world reliability — not just tricks in a quiet room, but manners that hold up around distractions.

Behavior Problem Solving

Jumping, pulling, excessive barking, reactivity, and other common challenges — addressed with an actual understanding of why the behavior happens.

Need something more intensive? Our Board & Train program has your dog stay with us and train daily with Sarah for 2–8 weeks — a different level of consistency than weekly sessions.
See Board & Train details →
Sarah Bostock, Certified Dog Trainer at Country Pup Kennel
Your Trainer

Sarah Bostock

Sarah’s background isn’t just obedience — it’s behavior. She holds a BS in Biology and Psychology from UCF, focused on animal behavior, and trained as a wolf educator under Dr. David Mech, one of the world’s leading wolf biologists. She’s also worked as an educator at Sea World and interned at zoos and sanctuaries focusing on large carnivores.

Specializes in: reactivity, aggression, and behavior modification
Approach: positive, balanced, and grounded in real animal behavior science
Common Questions

Before you book

How far is it from Milaca?
CPK is located at 30209 116th St NW in Princeton, just north of Milaca off Hwy 169 — about 20 minutes away.
Do you offer training during winter?
Yes — we have a climate-controlled indoor facility perfect for winter and early-spring training.
Can I combine training with daycare?
Absolutely. Many Milaca clients book daycare + training so their dog gets mental and physical exercise in one trip.
Is training customized to my dog?
Yes — we customize training plans to match your dog’s behavior needs and comfort level, not a one-size-fits-all class.
What’s the difference between this and Board & Train?
These are weekly or single-session training with your dog going home each time. Board & Train has your dog stay with us for 2–8 weeks for daily, immersive work. See Board & Train details →
Do I need an assessment first?
An assessment with Sarah helps us recommend the right program for your dog — so you’re not guessing and your dog isn’t in the wrong class.
What People Say

From families who’ve worked with Sarah

★★★★★

“My dog Linus goes here for daycare and has done socialization class with Sarah the trainer. We love it. They have been very understanding and willing to work with Linus who is a rescue and has some different reactivity issues in some situations.”

— Justina G., Google Review
★★★★★

“Sarah has a true gift! She made a huge impact on our puppy during a short board and train. She is patient, compassionate, and very knowledgeable. She answered any questions I had, kept me updated, sent pictures, and sent a very thorough document afterwards noting everything that was worked on plus tips and recommendations.”

— Alexa K., Google Review
★★★★★

“Great facility, very clean, quiet. Friendly staff. My pup loves going to daycare and is always so excited to get there! Trainer was lovely to work with too.”

— Erica J., Google Review
★★★★★

“Country Pup Kennel’s new indoor training building is fantastic — spacious, clean, and thoughtfully designed. The heated space makes training comfortable year-round, and access is super easy with plenty of space to work dogs in multiple ways.”

— Micah W., Google Review
Start With an Assessment

Not sure what program your dog needs?

Start with an assessment with Sarah. It helps us understand your dog and recommend exactly the right training program — no guessing.

Call to Book — 763-220-5885 Considering Board & Train instead? See details →
Open daily 7am–6pm · Princeton, MN · Just north of Milaca off Hwy 169