Alaska's Best Rated Dog Training Company
Serving all of Alaska including Fairbanks, Kenai, Juneau, and Beyond!
Now Serving Clients in the Seattle, WA and Portland, OR area too!
Bobby Carroll with Shadow
"Alaska Dog Works has been fantastic. Michele, Robert, and Nicole are awesome trainers. I’ve been using them to train my German Shepard. He is turning out just liked I’d hoped. I highly recommend their training services for all dogs!"
We Can Train Any Dog.
We are the dog trainers in Alaska to call when you want to get your dog to listen to you, anywhere you go--even around other dogs, tennis balls, and even wildlife. Yes, even those pesky moose on the trail.
We will design a program that works for you and your family to help build a better relationship with your K9 Buddy.
Are you embarrassed or frustrated by your dog's behavior?
Does your dog refuse to listen to commands with distractions?
Is it impossible to walk them in public without pulling, lunging, or barking at other dogs/people?
Do you avoid having company over because your dog barks at and jumps all over your guests?
Does your dog get protective and aggressive towards other dogs or even humans when they get close to you?
Maybe your dog is usually good, but you want better obedience so that you can do all the things that you imagined when you got your pup...
to ANY of these questions... it's time to get professional help from Alaska Dog Works!
Here's why...
First, we are not like any other dog training or dog behavior business. Our programs are completely customized based on your dog's current situation, and your relationship/behavior goals with them.
In fact our program is designed to get to the root of what is causing the problematic or unwanted behaviors. Every dog is different, therefore every dog should be trained differently!
Secondly, all of our programs come with of unlimited group classes that we offer in the summer and access to The Pack community that is a much different approach than what any other training company is doing!
have already tried another trainer before...
Even if you have brought your dog to a veterinarian or behavioral specialist...
Even if you feel like your dog is untrainable...
...I don't want you to give up hope just yet!
Instead, I want you to imagine what life would be like with a dog that listens, is confident, and obedient.
It is possible...seriously!
We just need to understand what is causing your dog's problematic behavior first, so that we can create a clear line of communication.
And the best part...we can get started TODAY!
- Mike C.-
Julie Graham
Robert Forto combines decades of knowledge about dogs, mushing, and canine training with a natural enthusiasm for all dog-related topics. He brings a consistently fresh perspective and curiosity to all the subjects he tackles and is always eager to share his passion for dogs and the outdoors with his audience.
Alex Stien
Tyler Desjarlais with Lacy
Russell Ingram
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.
"Michele is such a wonderful person! She is incredibly knowledgeable about all breeds and knows how to handle every situation that occurs! We added an Alaskan malamute to our family and she helped with obedience training and biting with him. He came back to our house an improved K9 Buddy!
I 100% recommend Michele."
Sandy Lewis and Tundra
Jessica McKray
Bradley M.
My experience working with Alaska Dog Works greatly exceeded my expectations. We received wonderful support and guidance from Michele and Nicole throughout the entire training process. Not only is our dog much more behaved, we also understand the root of his behaviors, as well as how to identify them in his interactions with other dogs. We are much more confident dog owners that can now give our dog the support and structure he needs. I cannot recommend Alaska Dog Works enough!
Marney Mallory