Maine Dog Training Company

08/19/2025

Luna & Birdie ❤️

08/03/2025

Change is on the horizon!

I’m excited to announce that MDTC will be relocating its operations from the Brunswick facility to my home in Bath, effective September 1st.

I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the incredible support I’ve received from all of you and the wonderful Stanwood St neighborhood over the past four years.

It’s incredible to think about all the dogs that have walked through the doors of the Stanwood studio. Each has left a mark on my heart, teaching me valuable lessons. I truly feel honored to have been part of their journeys and helped them lead happier, fuller lives.

My commitment to providing top-notch training is unwavering, and I have some exciting plans ahead! I will continue to offer various services, including in-home training, board and train, outdoor group classes, and private training sessions. Although day school will not be on the menu for now, I’m thrilled to announce that new services will launch in the spring of 2026—stay tuned for more details!

I can’t wait to embark on this new chapter with you and your dogs! 🐾❤️

With appreciation,
Teri

07/31/2025

Barkley enjoying his walk through Bath 🐾🇺🇸

07/31/2025

Murphy & Barley are in the home stretch & heading home soon. These two have excelled in their training and I see many adventures in their future💫

07/29/2025

This 👇👇👇

PLEASE STOP SPREADING DANGEROUS MYTHS ABOUT DOGS AND AGGRESSION

After watching a disturbing video of two pit bulls attacking a man in a driveway yesterday in Boston—reportedly after they bit a young child and a woman—I was equally disturbed reading the comments.

Let’s get something straight:

1. This isn’t about defending a breed.
2. It’s not about blaming owners for abuse or intentional aggression.
3. It’s about ACCOUNTABILITY and RESPONSIBILITY.

Dogs are not blank slates. Just like people, some are born with stronger genetic drives than others—be it aggression, prey drive, fearfulness, or confidence. Genetics matter. Breed matters. But what matters just as much—if not more—is what owners do with the dog they chose to bring home.

Aggression is not “taught”, it can be managed, shaped, or left unchecked.

A “good owner” is not just someone who feeds and loves their dog.
A good owner understands the nature of the dog they own and works actively to instill impulse control, restraint, and obedience. That’s not optional—it’s a basic requirement of responsible dog ownership.

If you own a dog and you are not able to train it properly—hire a professional. If you own a powerful breed and aren’t taking training seriously, you are negligent. And when a preventable attack happens, it’s not an “accident”—it’s a failure.

Stop excusing it. Stop calling it “just how dogs are.” Stop blaming only the past or assuming every aggressive dog was “abused.” Most weren’t. Most were just untrained, unmanaged, and underestimated.

We don’t get to pass the buck to the dog.
We chose to domesticate them. We owe them structure, leadership, and accountability.

Link to article in comments. Warning: Video may be upsetting to some.

07/26/2025

A little ray of sunshine ☀️

Birdie Rey Del Norte

07/24/2025

👏👏👏👏 Let's give a heartfelt round of applause to this wonderful gentleman and his dedicated owners for their incredible effort in completing his reactive dog program! Obi’s journey wasn't easy, but his owners chose private lessons and worked diligently, addressing his feelings while improving his obedience. They stepped into the leadership role he so needed, and with patience and training, they peeled back the layers of his challenges to reveal the beautiful boy beneath. Keep going, Obi! We believe in you all! You’ve got this!

07/19/2025

Beautiful morning in Brunswick, Maine! Especially when this vibrant garden is blocks away 🌺🌸💐🌻

07/18/2025

📣 Pop up Class!
Iris will be teaching a 4 week Brew Dog Class Wed July 30-Aug 20 6pm
This class will cover skills needed to take your dog into public spaces, & is a combo of classroom & field trip to the Flight Deck! No reactive dogs, please! . https://www.mainedogtrainingco.com/private-and-class-registration/

07/14/2025

Welcome July board & trains! Gracie,Barley & Murphy are here for basic obedience,calmer house & leash manners! Lets get to work!

06/30/2025

We are acceptng reservations for our September & October board and train program. Limited space! Please visit https://www.mainedogtrainingco.com/board-and-train/