Blaine Dog Training

Training Class

Our Basic Obedience Dog Training class is a foundational program designed to build confidence and improve communication between you and your dog. Held once a week for one hour at the Country Pup Kennel, this professional dog training service offers a group setting where dogs of all ages, breeds, and temperaments are welcome. Whether you’re searching for dog training near me, obedience training for dogs, or puppy (9 months or older) obedience training near me, this class covers essential commands and behavior skills to get your pup on the right track.

Perfect for those looking for puppy (9 months or older) training classes near me or dog behavior training, we help you establish clear communication with your dog while addressing basic obedience needs. This class is also a critical first step for owners considering in-home dog training, dog training for aggressive dogs, or even service dog training near me. Completion of this class is a prerequisite for our Intermediate Confidence Class, led by one of the best dog trainers in the Blaine, MN area.

Who it’s for: Dogs 9 months and older.

Focus Areas:

• Leash manners & heel.
• Sit down, stay, come.
• Place Commands.  Teaches a dog to go to and remain on a designated spot.
• Greeting manners.
• Intro to neutrality and impulse control (Leave it).  Teach your dog to remain calm and ignore tempting distractions, rather than reacting to every urge.
• Handler skills & real-world prep.

Training Class

The Intermediate Confidence Class is for dogs who have completed the Beginner Confidence Class. This class is six weeks long, and meets for two hours once a week. This class focuses on building on the basics previously learned in the Beginner Confidence Class. The skills taught and practiced during this class will prepare you and your dog for real life situations. All ages, breeds, and temperaments are welcome to participate in this dog training class. The Intermediate Confidence Class is a prerequisite of the Advanced Confidence Class. 

• Recall
• Treadmill training
• E-collar training
• Off leash heel
• Off leash obedience around dogs
• Dog introductions
• People introductions
• Fun training games

Training Class

The Advanced Confidence Class is for dogs who have previously completed the Beginner and Intermediate Confidence Classes. This class consists of a group setting that takes place around town for two hours once a week, for six weeks. This dog training class will take you and your dog’s relationship to the next level. The class is designed to enhance your dog’s obedience, build your dog’s confidence in new situations, and strengthen your bond. All ages, breeds, and temperaments are welcome to participate in this dog training class. 

• Learn dog park etiquette
• Pack walks
• Passing other dogs and humans
• Advanced obedience in public
• Visit pet friendly stores
• Visit dog friendly brewery
• Importance of structured time and free time
• Nutrition, supplements, and water intake

Puppy Training Class

This class is designed for puppies 8 weeks old and younger and is ideal for puppy owners searching for puppy training classes or puppy training classes near me.  Meeting once a week for one hour over four weeks, the course focuses on the essentials of house training a puppy, puppy obedience training, and leash training a puppy. The Puppy Foundations class is a required prerequisite before moving on to Intermediate and Advanced dog training.  All breeds, sizes, and temperaments are welcome to join this foundational puppy training program.

Who it’s for: Puppies 8 months and younger.

Focus Areas:

• Socialization & confidence building.

• Name recognition & handler engagement.

• Intro to leash walking and recall.

• Potty/crate routine support.

• Problem behavior prevention (jumping, mouthing, etc.).

Dog Socialization

Give your furry friend the socialization and structure they need with a Socialization Day. We will engage your dog in various activities like going for a walk, bike rides, hiking, playing with other dogs, practicing skills, treadmilling, and more. If there are specific areas you want us to work on with your dog, just let us know. Think of it as a daycare day with even more structure and training from our dog trainer, Sarah Bostock. Give your pup the attention and care they deserve while you’re at work.

• Great for reactive dogs to work up to regular dog daycare 
• Confidence building for nervous dogs who may not thrive in a dog daycare setting
• Helpful for dogs who may get too excited

Private Dog Training

If you are seeking a private dog training session with a trainer, our 1-on-1 Training Session is just for you and your dog. Work on any unwanted behaviors and learn from our trainer. Each session is personalized to assist you and your dog with any areas where your dog is struggling. Our experienced trainer will help you train your dog at Country Pup Kennel’s facility. All dogs are accepted and welcomed. Let us help you better your relationship with your dog.

• Training at Country Pup Kennel
• Personalized dog training

Dog Training

Transform your furry friend’s behavior with our personalized, two hour in-home training sessions. Our experienced trainer will help you train your dog wherever they are having problems, whether it’s at home, in the park, or out and about. You can even bring along other people or dogs. All dogs are accepted and welcomed. Let us help you create a happier home for you and your pet.

• Training where you need it
• Customizable for your dog and family

Board and Behavioral Training

Give your furry best friend the dog training they deserve with Country Pup Kennel’s Board and Behavioral Dog Training program. You can select a duration of 4-8 weeks, which includes correcting any undesired dog behavior, teaching proper playtime with other dogs, meeting new dogs and people, basic and advanced commands, dog training with an e-collar, and even learning how to walk on a treadmill. Before booking, you must complete a dog training assessment at Country Pup Kennel and decide on a duration that suits your pup’s needs. In addition to the dog boarding and dog training, you will receive one 1-on-1 dog training session, one in-home dog training session when your pup is ready to go home, and four socialization days. You are more than welcome to visit your dog while they are completing our dog boarding and dog training program. Please call and give us notice, as your dog could be in a training session.

• Basic and advanced training for your dog and family
• Bring balance to your dog’s life
• Behavior modification
• Specific to the needs of your dog