FirstBarkOperation Good Dog was an amazing experience. Luke gave us the instructions and tools to help with continuous training even after the completion of our sessions. He was great with our pup, always on time, and adapted his teaching style to our leaning style. Would highly recommend Luke and Operation Good Dog to anyone looking for an interactive role in training their four legged family member!
Operation Good Dog
Nowthen, Minnesota
About Operation Good Dog
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 consultation Customer-reported
- Crate training
- Leash training Customer-reported
- Obedience training
Behavior support
- Reactivity training
How training happens
- Board and train
Program 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 classes Customer-reported
- Private training
Program 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
- Puppies Customer-reported
Training level
- Advanced obedience
- Beginner training Customer-reported
Support between sessions
- Homework and practice Customer-reported
- Personalized training plans Customer-reported
Additional services
- Boarding
Program 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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- Bootcamp
Program 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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Customer reviews
Google listing5
56 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Knowledgeable trainer 12
- Customized training plans 10
- Reactive dog training 10
- Behavior modification 6
- Overall obedience 6
- Understanding dog behavior 4
All 10 topics
- 6 sessions 2
- Crate training 2
- Dog owner education 2
- Shy dog training 2
Google review topics, not confirmed services.
Luke is very patient (both with the owner and the dog!) He knows a huge amount about dogs and is a very effective trainer.
We’ve loved working with Luke. He provided amazing resources after each lesson with lots of training tips and videos to reference before the next week’s lesson. He is calm and patient and is really good at not only teaching the dog, but teaching the humans how to work with their …Read full reviewClose full review
We’ve loved working with Luke. He provided amazing resources after each lesson with lots of training tips and videos to reference before the next week’s lesson. He is calm and patient and is really good at not only teaching the dog, but teaching the humans how to work with their dog. I love that he pivots as the lesson goes on to show us tips and tricks for real-time training as questions arise. We’ll be booking a few more sessions with him this spring to work further on loose leash walking and recall while outside - would highly recommend to anyone looking for one-on-one dog training! Our dog also loves him, so always a plus.
I highly recommend Operation Good Dog! Luke is very knowledgeable and knows how to teach obedience and behavior modification in an efficient and fun way. He is also punctual, organized, and kind. His sessions are reasonably-priced and I love that I don't have to bring my dog to a…Read full reviewClose full review
I highly recommend Operation Good Dog! Luke is very knowledgeable and knows how to teach obedience and behavior modification in an efficient and fun way. He is also punctual, organized, and kind. His sessions are reasonably-priced and I love that I don't have to bring my dog to a training facility. He really helped me work with my dog, both through the in-person sessions with him as well and the information and videos he provided after each session. Me and my dog made great strides with each session. Thank you Luke and Operation Good Dog!
Luke is an excellent trainer. He is always prepared with a plan and starts teaching the minute he arrives. He is also quick to pivot if you have specific training needs. I recently took my 7-month-old pup out in public to work on our lessons, and received multiple comments on how…Read full reviewClose full review
Luke is an excellent trainer. He is always prepared with a plan and starts teaching the minute he arrives. He is also quick to pivot if you have specific training needs. I recently took my 7-month-old pup out in public to work on our lessons, and received multiple comments on how she is so well behaved. Luke follows up each week with a custom training plan, including videos. This isn't my first puppy, but with all Luke has taught me, I'm confident she'll be the best trained. I wouldn't hesitate to work with Luke.
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