Mr. Dog Training; Voted #1 in Maine

Mr. Dog Training; Voted #1 in Maine Voted BEST in Maine! Mr. All Mr. Dog Training classes meet weekly and use positive reinforcement techniques.

Fun, kind, and brainy dog training. đŸ€“
I help dogs and their humans build trust, confidence, and connection by supporting their mental and emotional wellbeing, developing communication, rockstar skills, and a bombproof relationship. Dog Training offers many different types of virtual and in person classes, from The Puppy Academy and Obedience classes, to Fun and Games Activity classes like Agility,

Noseworks, Tricks, Circus Dog, and Ninja Dog. Whether you need to train a new puppy or teach an old dog new tricks, we’ve got a class that’s just right for you! #1333893

UPDATE: The Puppy Academy is now full!!! I still have a few remaining offerings for September if you are looking for a f...
09/05/2025

UPDATE: The Puppy Academy is now full!!!

I still have a few remaining offerings for September if you are looking for a fun class to take with your dog.

Register using link in bio on insta and in the comments on FB.

Got questions? Ask me below or send me a DM!










My current read, it’s fantastic!Y’all better be ready for a bunch of human/dog body language analogies. 😂
09/02/2025

My current read, it’s fantastic!
Y’all better be ready for a bunch of human/dog body language analogies. 😂










Woot, woot,, here’s September’s Team of the Month, Corinne and Penny!This wonderful team graduated from my Thursday Bril...
09/01/2025

Woot, woot,, here’s September’s Team of the Month, Corinne and Penny!

This wonderful team graduated from my Thursday Brilliant Basics virtual class last week after completing a series of privates with me over the summer.
They are a ray of positive sunshine asking fantastic questions, celebrating their successes with excitement, and diving into their weekly missions with reckless abandon.
I also like it when Penny’s sister, Marge the ACD, makes an appearance in class because, well, who wouldn’t love a MARGE!?!?!

Penny, in true viszla form, is smart as a whip, driven as hell, LOVES food, and looks to Corinne’s guidance and consistent communication with a sparkle in her eye.
Corinne sealed her fate as Team of the Month when, during the first 20 min of the week 5 Basic class when I show a 20 min video, she proactively walked Penny before class and then crated her so that Penny could settle and Corinne could pay attention to the video. 🙌🙌🙌
They are a true team in every sense of the word.
As a prize, this team has won $25 off their next session of classes with me and I can’t wait to see what they do next!

I asked Corinne a few questions about her relationship with Penny, and this is what she had to say:

ïżŒ DOG’S NAME / AGE / BREED
Penelope Olive Rommel Noufi (hehe) a.k.a. Penny
Almost 6 months old | Hungarian Vizsla | Full-time chaos goblin, part-time cuddle enthusiast

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT YOUR DOG?
Penny is what I lovingly call book smart. She shows up to training like she’s got a PhD in obedience, absolutely thrilled to learn (sometimes too thrilled
 like, take a breath, girl). But outside of training? Full bimbo mode. She’s constantly making ridiculous confused faces, flipping her ears inside out like it’s fashion, and getting her lips stuck on her teefs. She keeps me constantly laughing. Her dream day is touching as many humans as possible at the same time while chomping a salmon chew. She’s just a lovable little weirdo.

WHAT GOALS DO YOU HAVE FOR YOUR DOG?
It's not very exciting but, Honestly? I just want her to be happy, well-tempered, and living her best life. But yeah, sure, I’d love it if she could one day bring me a bubbly water from the fridge or be my trail-running buddy. Mostly, I want her to keep loving life with her big sis Marge (8-year-old cattle dog who pretends to ignore her but actually loves her) and our cat Dolly (who lowkey enjoys being aggressively licked on the head). If she grows up sweet, silly, and confident, I’ll consider that a big win.

WHAT CLASS SKILL HAS BEEN MOST HELPFUL IN YOUR DAILY LIFE?
Touch. Penny is obsessed. I could play it all day with her and she wouldn’t get bored. It’s our secret weapon when she wants attention but I’m in the middle of something...no need for toys, treats, or elaborate games. I just hold out my hand and she’ll boop it forever like it’s her full-time job. She boops with purpose.

WHAT IS YOUR DOG’S FAVORITE THING ABOUT YOU?
Hmm
 Probably the fact that I wear hair ties. They’re her favorite black-market chew toy. But also, I think she loves that I let her sit on top of my literal head while she chews her bones like a queen. She would probably say her favorite thing is our town walks, mainly because she gets to stop at the giant water bowl outside the pet store and act like she just crossed a desert.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE ACTIVITY TO DO WITH YOUR DOG?
Not gonna lie... it's so boring but...errands. I love running errands with Penny (hate them without her). She’s so chill and joyful in the car, sitting in her car seat like a tiny backseat driver. She brings a level of cuteness and emotional support that just makes things better. That said, I also love hiking with her, but since she’s still a baby bean, we’re saving the big hikes for when her legs are a little stronger and her chaos a little more manageable.

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE THIS PARTICULAR DOG?
I wanted a dog who could keep up with my active lifestyle, hikes, runs, outdoor adventures...but who also turns into a velcro cuddle monster at home. We also needed someone who would vibe with Marge (our sassy cattle dog) and Dolly (our queenly cat). Enter: Penny the Vizsla. From the moment I met her, I knew she’d be the perfect combo of energetic, affectionate, and bonkers. She is obsessed with Marge, the way she follows her around like a fangirl is almost pathetic lol. And Dolly? Penny lives for sticking her tongue in her ear and stealing her food. We’re a weird little family, and Penny fits right in.










Link to register in my bio on insta and in the comments on FB!
09/01/2025

Link to register in my bio on insta and in the comments on FB!











Mr. Dog Log đŸ’©August 31st EditionTake a deep breath, friends—summer is officially over and somehow made it to Labor Day w...
08/31/2025

Mr. Dog Log đŸ’©
August 31st Edition

Take a deep breath, friends—summer is officially over and somehow made it to Labor Day weekend without spontaneously combusting. Although it’s as dry as the apology note from a cat who just knocked over your coffee out there despite a few pathetic showers this past week.

Let’s get into it


Labor Day, Maine Style

Pierogi and I are celebrating the long weekend with the usual mix of walks, cheese, work (me not his little freeloading self) and dramatic pauses to stare at absolutely nothing on walks.

This past week marked my 13-year anniversary of moving to Maine. Thirteen years of arguing about which is worse: black flies, deer flies, ticks or mosquitoes. Thirteen years of collecting dog coats so now I have more of those than coats for me. Thirteen years of learning the art of layering and now, for the first time in my life, understanding what type of weather a puffy vest is appropriate for.

Quote of the Week
“Dogs are basically tiny accountants for your stress levels.”
—A client, after watching her puppy chase a squirrel like it owed him money.

Heart health heroes: Interacting with dogs has been shown to lower blood pressure and heart rate, helping to calm your nervous system and reduce long-term stress risks. Similar to finding parking on Maine street in Brunswick in August.

Client Wins of the Week

🏆 Puppy Zen Masters: Puppies choosing to settle and relax while kids run around the house. Not by accident—these humans are showing their dogs exactly what to do. I’m considering sending them a medal made entirely of kibble. Remember those candy necklaces we all wore as kids???

🏆 Reactive Dogs on Grass Patrol: Dogs chilling calmly while squirrels, deer, and high-pitched humans run rampant. They are living proof that grass is basically therapy
with a side of cheese.

🏆 Recall Royalty: Squirrels, deer, and squealing humans beware—these dogs are coming when called. Even if you look like a tiny feral cat on wheels. Seriously, these recalls are better than a Wild Oats sandwich and pastry and much less of a financial investment.

Highs and Lows: THC Edition

Recently, I had clients reporting dogs sampling items containing THC on walks

Symptoms? Scary stuff. Lethargic, foggy, stumbling, and frantically checking your pantry for snacks.

Cheech and Chong Tip: always monitor what your dog is sniffing and ingesting outside your home otherwise you may end up with a dog who’s paranoid the cat is trying to kill him and a very large Emergency Vet bill

This Week’s Wins for Pierogi & Me

Finalizing the Mr. Dog app—soon you’ll be able to track your dog’s classes, missions, class videos, etc. via push notification. From your cell phone.

Wrapping up the last videos for the reactive dog course—cue dramatic music and slow-motion cheese falling from the sky.

Refinancing the vacation rental post-divorce—because paperwork is apparently my version of skydiving and it’s normal for lenders to want your blood and urine, right?

House hunting (send all good juju, glitter, and winning lottery vibes—preferably in that order).

Setting up payroll for Mr. Dog, Inc.—I now have enough forms to wallpaper an entire barn.

Funny Moment Walking Pierogi

A butterfly appeared on a flower.

Pierogi sniffed.

It Fluttered.

He Chased.

More fluttering.

He got so turned around he stumbled and landed squarely on his floofy b***y. As someone who grew up in the 80s, I had a full-on Bambi flashback. The good one, not the traumatic one đŸ„č

Meanwhile, I considered if it was socially acceptable to hand him a teeny tiny helmet for safety reasons.

Keep calm and carry cheese. See you next Sunday.

Mr. Dog Log đŸ’©

PSA: Today is the LAST DAY to vote for Mr. Dog Training đŸŸ
If you haven’t clicked that button yet, now’s the time. Pierogi, Director of P-Roganda, promises moral support, moral ambiguity, and possibly a cheddar rebate. Link in comments on FB and in my bio on Insta. Don’t miss your chance to help us take the crown—or at least secure bragging rights for slightly better dog-related moral fiber.

It’s the final day to vote and I’m resorting to threats
.Vote Mr. Dog Training in Brunswick for best trainer and Little ...
08/31/2025

It’s the final day to vote and I’m resorting to threats
.

Vote Mr. Dog Training in Brunswick for best trainer and Little White Dog properties in Brunswick for best lodging or I’ll feed him and bathe him after midnight


Link in my bio on insta and in the comments on FB.












Behold the power of management! This is a topic I talk extensively about during my week five Brilliant Basics class. Whe...
08/30/2025

Behold the power of management! This is a topic I talk extensively about during my week five Brilliant Basics class.

When Kenzie was little, her person, Mary, popped her in the crate every night while mopping. No zoomies, no mop-chasing, no chaos.

Management

Now, as an adult, the mop comes out and she voluntarily hops into her crate like, “I know the drill.”

That’s the power of management → it quietly trains the right habit without the battle. 🙌

Remember, a rehearsed behavior will be repeated.

A few other examples:
Baby gates keep counter-surfers from becoming counter-surfers. They are like the bouncers your kitchen didn’t know it needed.

Leashes prevent “oops” moments from turning into runaway recall problems.

Tidy shoes = no shoe-chewing addiction.

Management isn’t cheating—it’s the hack that makes training a whole lot easier. 😉










08/29/2025

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We are in the home stretch, friends—voting for the Downeast Dog News BEST of the BEST poll closes this Sunday. Which mea...
08/29/2025

We are in the home stretch, friends—voting for the Downeast Dog News BEST of the BEST poll closes this Sunday. Which means this is my last polite (and slightly desperate) reminder: have you voted yet?

Here’s the thing. For nine years, you’ve voted me the BEST dog trainer in Maine.

That’s not just a ribbon on my bulletin board—it’s been life-changing.

Because truth be told, teenage me did not have “small business owner” on her bingo card.

I dropped out of high school my senior year (to dance ballet full time), snagged my GED, and never went to college. At the time, the idea of running a business—let alone two businesses—felt about as likely as me becoming an astronaut or a professional chainsaw juggler.

Yet here I am.

A single woman.

Running Mr. Dog Training.

Running Little White Dog Properties.

Supporting myself, and my little dog, with my businesses.

And somehow
 still standing for over a decade, like the cockroach of Maine dog training titles: impossible to kill, annoyingly resilient, and always lurking in the corner waiting to scuttle off with another win.

And it’s because of you. Your support has made me believe that I could build this life, and not just survive in it, but actually thrive (and even enjoy myself along the way).

I can’t thank you enough.

So here’s my shameless plug:
👉 Vote for Mr. Dog Training in Brunswick for Best Trainer.
👉 And while you’re there, toss a vote to Little White Dog Properties in Brunswick for Best Pet-Friendly Lodging.

Yes, I am absolutely asking you to support both my children. Don’t make me pick a favorite.

Let’s make this a decade of wins. Ten years. Double digits. A number so solid it could be carved into a granite slab and still outlast my will to do pushups.

THANK YOU in advance for your votes. And, as always, if I win—I’ll do a free presentation on dog behavior as my way of saying thanks (and as proof that reinforcement does, in fact, pay off).

Vote button’s in my bio on Insta and in the comments on FB below. You know what to do. đŸŸ

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Mr. Dog Training offers many different types of classes, from FREE Puppy Preschool and Obedience classes, to Fun and Games Activity classes like Agility, Noseworks, Tricks, Circus Dog, Doga, and Treibball. All Mr. Dog Training classes meet weekly and use positive reinforcement techniques. Whether you need to train a new puppy or teach an old dog new tricks, we’ve got a class that’s just right for you! In addition we offer in home private training and behavior modification.