FirstBarkMichele was extremely helpful in walking me through the possibilities and realities of rehabilitating a fear reactive dog. As a former Animal Control Officer, I am familiar with the baggage that comes with poorly trained canines. The breath and depth of her knowledge of the breed was welcome. I appreciated the amount of time given to discuss options.
Alaska Dog Works
Willow, Alaska
About Alaska Dog Works
Alaska Dog Works is a full service dog training company offering canine training, service dog training, therapy dogs, protection dog training, consulting and more, in Alaska and beyond. Alaska Dog Works also hosts a popular podcast, Dog Works Radio that can be found anywhere you get your podcasts. On the show they cover training advice, tips and tricks, interviews and a daily show during the Iditarod each year.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Canine Good Citizen preparation
- Crate training
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Puppy training
Behavior support
- Fear and confidence
How training happens
- Board and train
- Group classes
- In-home training
- Online or virtual training
- Owner coaching Customer-reported
- Private training
Dog age
- Puppies
Training level
- Advanced obedience
Class options
- Flexible scheduling
Assistance and working dogs
- Medical-alert and mobility assistance
- Protection training
- Psychiatric service dog training
- Service dog training
- Therapy dog training
Dog sports
- Conformation handling
- Trick training
Training approach
- Clicker training
- Positive reinforcement
Additional services
- Boarding
- Daycare
- Dog walking
- Grooming
Consultations
- Free consultation
Other listed services
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- Adventure Dog
- Animal Control
- Basic Dog
- Behavior Consulting
- Business Coaching
- Canine Behaviorist
- Canine Cpr
- Canine First Aid
- Canine Sports
- Certified Dog Trainer
- Check-Ins
- Continuing Education
- Cpr Class
- Custom Service
- Dog Breeds
- Dog Consultations
- Dog Handler
- Dog Harness
- Dog Management
- Dog Testing
- Dog Training Coaching
- Dog Training Help
- Dogs Harness
- Education Programs
- Families Training
- Guard Dog
- Helping Dogs
- Home Classes
- House Manners
- In Canine Training
- Life Coaching
- Novice Dog
- Owner Trainer
- Owner Training
- Personal Training
- Pet Exercise
- Private In Home Classes
- Protection Work
- Psychiatric Service
- Public Access Testing
- Public Access Training
- Specialized Training
- Temperament Tests
- Training School
- Training Training
- Treat Training
- Vet Visits
- Veterinary Care
- Working Dogs
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Questions & answers
From GoogleWhat people have asked about this business.
Hi...Im i. Search of a long coat or plush coat female GS.???
Hi, we are dog trainers. We do not sell dogs.
Community answer · Alaska Dog Works · 2021-09-21
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Customer reviews
Google listing4.7
84 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Group classes 8
- Leash control 6
- Board and train 5
- Knowledgeable trainers 4
- Reactive dog training 4
- Dog listening 3
All 10 topics
- One on one sessions 3
- Phone consultation 3
- Anxiety training 2
- Karelian bear dog training 2
Google review topics, not confirmed services.
Nicole is stellar. She understands and works with the dog's individual behavior. She can she see my dog's reactions and body movements I don't see and explains it. She is an exceptional teacher. I've bred dogs for a couple of decades and I'm learning more that I ever thought I would. She works with any dog. Is really good with reactive or nervous dogs.
May Concern: I have known Michele Forto for over 20 years and have great faith in her training of canines. She has taught myself a great many things and in turn I pass these on to my students. She always does what’s best for the student and the dog. I highly recommend Michele a…Read full reviewClose full review
May Concern: I have known Michele Forto for over 20 years and have great faith in her training of canines. She has taught myself a great many things and in turn I pass these on to my students. She always does what’s best for the student and the dog. I highly recommend Michele as a trainer and a leader. Her knowledge is valuable to everyone who comes in contact with her. Believe me, you are in great hands if you train with Michele. Sincerely; Russell Ingram
Alaska Dog Works, and Nicole specifically, helped our family immensely as we welcomed our little one, Pebbles. The program was thorough and simple to put in to practice. Nicole was always so helpful, providing insights we never would have considered and guidance to help us learn.…Read full reviewClose full review
Alaska Dog Works, and Nicole specifically, helped our family immensely as we welcomed our little one, Pebbles. The program was thorough and simple to put in to practice. Nicole was always so helpful, providing insights we never would have considered and guidance to help us learn. Our sweet one struggles with insecurity, and through Nicole’s help she has made huge progress and we have learned how to better support and equip her for success. We’re so grateful we found Alaska Dog Works!
Luna went to camp, because, after trying for months, she wouldn’t do what she didn’t want to do. She came back from camp a changed dog. She does what she’s told now, mostly. It’s such a wonderful big change. Thank you Dog Works.
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