Operation Good Dog provides balanced, reward-based dog training and structured boarding near Minneapolis, Minnesota. Located in Nowthen, I specialize in in-home obedience lessons, short-term boarding with daily training, and full board & train programs for reliable on- and off-leash control.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultationCustomer-reported
Crate training
Leash trainingCustomer-reported
Obedience training
Behavior support
Reactivity training
How training happens
Board and trainProgram details
Comprehensive 4 and 6-week programs that build reliability, confidence, and calm obedience through daily training and structure. · Listed price: From $4,500.00
Group classesCustomer-reported
Private trainingProgram details
Hands-on coaching in your home focused on real-world behavior and communication. Personalized training designed around your dog, your space, and your goals. · Listed price: From $150.00
Dog age
PuppiesCustomer-reported
Training level
Advanced obedience
Beginner trainingCustomer-reported
Support between sessions
Homework and practiceCustomer-reported
Personalized training plansCustomer-reported
Additional services
BoardingProgram details
Dogs stay in a peaceful, structured home environment where daily walks, enrichment, and downtime are part of the routine. This service is available for returning clients who want their dog to maintain good habits and consistency while they’re away. · Listed price: $65.00
Other listed services
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BootcampProgram details
A short-term board and train option ideal for dogs who need a tune-up or a head start on training while you’re away. Each day includes structured lessons focused on specific skills your dog needs to improve. · Listed price: From $130.00
Dog's Harness
Leashes Leashes
Leather Leashes
Training Sessions
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5/5I highly recommend Luke with Operation Good Dog! I reached out to Luke after trying traditional group training and a different private trainer that wasn’t helping my reactive dog’s needs. After just two sessions I felt I was understanding and communicating with my dog on a whole …Read full reviewClose full review
I highly recommend Luke with Operation Good Dog! I reached out to Luke after trying traditional group training and a different private trainer that wasn’t helping my reactive dog’s needs. After just two sessions I felt I was understanding and communicating with my dog on a whole new level. I was provided with lots of reading material and videos after each training session pertaining to our training plan. I have seen a major change in how Ziggy responds to other dogs and I now have tools to continue to help Ziggy grow along with myself. I can’t thank Luke enough and I appreciate the continued support even after our training sessions.
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jane obrien
5/5
Luke is a great trainer and fun to work with! I have 2 reactive dogs and they both warmed up to Luke very quickly on the first session! His training practices work well and are easy for anyone to implement if you are willing to spend the time. I strongly recommend Luke and his company!
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Mary Anderson
5/5I highly recommend Operation Good Dog to anyone looking for effective, in-home training for their dog. Owner Luke provided experienced, competent training in weekly sessions that incorporated proven psychology methods with a kind, patient, but firm approach. Our goldendoodle love…Read full reviewClose full review
I highly recommend Operation Good Dog to anyone looking for effective, in-home training for their dog. Owner Luke provided experienced, competent training in weekly sessions that incorporated proven psychology methods with a kind, patient, but firm approach. Our goldendoodle loved him and quickly responded to his training. Luke emphasized that we needed to learn right along with our dog, and he provided online training plans and homework to help us practice what we learned. We were so pleased with the training he provided.
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Stephanie Johnson
5/5I signed up for the 6 week behavioral modification class with Luke for my 1 year old rottweiler, who is 120 pounds. He got big very fast and was hard to control. Also had some bone aggressiveness. Luke came into the house and watched how I reacted to Maverick. For the next 5 …Read full reviewClose full review
I signed up for the 6 week behavioral modification class with Luke for my 1 year old rottweiler, who is 120 pounds. He got big very fast and was hard to control. Also had some bone aggressiveness. Luke came into the house and watched how I reacted to Maverick. For the next 5 weeks, Luke trained me on how to build trust with tools and training methods to use throughout the day. We integrated these training sessions through feedings And other sessions that worked with my schedule. Luke was always on time and communicated very well.
Maverick and I Both enjoyed Luke coming and working with us. I would definitely recommend him! I will be having Luke come back for a couple sessions this summer.
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Becky Hill
5/5
Luke was great with helping train my dog! I tried other dog training classes and they didn’t work out. But having Luke come to my house was so much better!
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