Whiteout Working Dogs

07/14/2025

HOW DOGS LEARN (and how people mess it up):

1️⃣ Timing matters — reward or correct right now, not 5 seconds later
2️⃣ Consistency matters — if “no” means “no” on Monday, it should still mean “no” on Thursday
3️⃣ Repetition builds reliability — do the reps
4️⃣ Environment matters — dogs don’t “generalize,” the pattern on their own they need practice everywhere
5️⃣ Your energy matters — frustrated training doesn’t get calm dogs

Want a dog that listens? Train like it.

07/13/2025

Our new website is LIVE!
whiteoutworkingdogs.com 🌊

07/13/2025

Ready to change your life with your dog?
We are now booking day trains and private lessons!

07/13/2025

🐾 Now Offering Day Train Programs!

Tuesdays & Fridays | Carlton, WA

Transform your dog’s behavior — without sacrificing your schedule!

Drop your dog off for a focused day of training and enrichment! Perfect for busy owners who want consistent progress and a well-behaved dog — without having to be there for every step.

✨ 4-week program designed for lasting results
✨ Ideal for busy owners who want expert guidance and fast progress
✨ Limited to a small number of dogs to ensure individual attention

What’s included:
✅ Obedience and behavior-focused training
✅ Structured environment promoting enrichment and confidence-building
✅ Personalized feedback and go-home plan
✅ Two end-of-day training sessions included to keep you involved and support your training at home
✅ One private session at the end of the program with the option for more

📍 Carlton, WA
— Spots are limited!

📩 Message to apply for a spot or learn more.

06/09/2025

At Whiteout Working Dogs, we specialize in high-performance sled dogs and professional training for both pet and working dogs. Our mission is to foster clear communication and develop confident, capable canine partners. Located in Carlton, WA, we offer private lessons, and boarding or board-and-train programs for select clients, along with foundational training in detection, tracking, and sledding disciplines.

With a decade of experience in competitive sled dog racing and four years in professional dog training, we are dedicated to excellence in canine performance and partnership.

Our sled dog team has earned recognition in the competitive racing circuit, and recognition for dog care and team management.

About Whiteout Working Dogs Whiteout Working Dogs is owned and run by dog trainer and photographer Christina Gibson. Located in the Methow Valley, in Washington state, it is home to her competitive sled dog team, and offers professional dog obedience and training suited for pet and working dogs alik...

05/31/2025

Little Juniper is in for a Board and Train. This pretty girl is going to be a regular this summer and we have no complaints! 🌷

03/17/2025

Dog Training in the Metow Valley

Classes are starting up for spring time!
Everything from behavioral issues, to obedience and puppy classes, to working dogs. I have 11 years of experience in the competitive sled dog world, and 4 years in professional dog training. I will also be offering beginner detection and tracking classes for those that want to be a little more serious as well as those that just want to engage and bond more with their dogs!

Private lessons and phone consults, weekdays and weekends. Twisp or Carlton. All ages and breeds welcome. Reach out to book or ask any questions!

02/01/2025

One week from today the team and I will be heading out of the start chute at the Race to the Sky 100 mile race in Lincoln, Montana!
I will be using the race as a training run for my yearlings, with the help of a few of my adult dogs to keep the clown show in check. We won’t be looking to make any big moves this year, and the focus will be on getting these guys some happy and positive trail experience! I’m so excited to see how this group of young dogs does. We’ve had a very light training season, but they’ve taken on everything I’ve thrown at them with enthusiasm, and I can’t wait to show them one of my favorite race trails!

01/20/2025

As many of you know, we’ve taken this training and racing season to focus on some bigger picture life and career choices, which meant I made a choice to put racing on a back burner. It’s been perfect timing too, with a bunch of yearlings it’s a good season to take the opportunity to move to a little bit of a different beat than our normal. That doesn’t mean we aren’t eyeing a few events though, and we’re really looking forward to using the race trail to get these pups some fun easygoing runs!

Stay tuned, over the next few days and weeks we have a few announcements to make about races, and changes to the team, (probably ones you’ve already seen coming) as well as new ways to get involved! And yes, the online courses you’ve all been asking for ARE coming, these things just take time. 😉

Ft. Aidan and team busting their butts yesterday. The camera doesn’t do the elevation gain on our home trails justice! These pups were workin’!

11/15/2024

A morning track with Eddie!
Grateful to have folks in my life that will take the time to work dogs, and grateful to have a dog that’s always ready to rock.
Never take your people (or dogs) for granted.

11/09/2024

Happy dogs!

11/07/2024

Percy and Armada leading the other day, and Creature and mama Windshear this morning. They are their mother’s kids for sure ❤️