Board and Train Built For Northern Breeds

Huskies and Malamutes are incredible dogs with unique personalities and challenges. At MP Canine Academy, we’ve designed training programs specifically to help these high-energy, independent breeds thrive. Here’s what we offer and why it’s so important:

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Obedience Training

• Why They Need It:

  • Huskies and Malamutes are strong-willed and independent thinkers. While that makes them special, it also means they can be tough to manage without proper guidance.

• How We Help:

  • We focus on teaching essential commands like sit, stay, and come, giving you the tools to communicate clearly with your dog and create a strong, respectful bond.

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Behavioral Training

• Why They Need It:

  • These breeds can be a little too clever for their own good. From howling and escaping to chewing furniture out of boredom, their behaviors can sometimes spiral without the right guidance.

• How We Help:

  • We dig into the reasons behind the behaviors and create practical solutions that work for you and your dog, turning frustration into understanding and progress.

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Socialization Training

• Why They Need It:

  • Huskies and Malamutes are naturally social but can get a bit overexcited or anxious in new situations. This can lead to pulling, barking, or being a little too enthusiastic with strangers or other dogs.

• How We Help:

  • We guide your dog through positive interactions with people, dogs, and new environments, helping them stay calm and confident no matter where life takes you.

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Energy Management and Enrichment

• Why They Need It:

  • With their working-dog heritage, Huskies and Malamutes have endless energy. If that energy isn’t channeled properly, they can become restless, destructive, or just plain overwhelming.

• How We Help:

  • We design activities that give them the physical and mental stimulation they crave, like structured exercise, problem-solving games, and engaging challenges. A happy, tired dog is a well-behaved dog.

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Recall and Off-Leash Training

• Why They Need It:

  • Let’s face it, Huskies and Malamutes love to chase things, and their curiosity can sometimes get the better of them. Reliable recall is critical for their safety.

• How We Help:

  • We teach your dog to come back every time, even with distractions like squirrels or other dogs, so you can enjoy off-leash adventures with confidence.

 

Impulse Control and Focus

• Why They Need It:

  • Northern breeds are curious and easily distracted, which can make everyday situations like walks or guests visiting a challenge.

• How We Help:

  • We work on simple but effective exercises to help your dog manage their excitement and focus on you, whether it’s staying calm around new people or resisting the urge to bolt through the door.

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Sled Dog-Inspired Activities

• Why They Need It:

  • Huskies and Malamutes are born to pull, and without an outlet for that drive, they can get frustrated.

• How We Help:

  • With Morgan’s experience training sled dogs in Banff, AB, we incorporate activities like sledding, bikejoring, or weight-pulling into their routine, giving them a chance to do what they were bred for in a safe and controlled way.

 

 

Huskies and Malamutes are incredible companions, but their strong personalities and unique needs require more than basic training. They need:

• Clear Communication to channel their independence.

• Energy Outlets to prevent boredom and frustration.

• Confidence Building to handle new environments and challenges.

• Positive Reinforcement to manage their quirks, like howling or escaping.

We tailor our approach to bring out the best in your dog, ensuring they become a calm, happy, and well-mannered companion you can enjoy for years to come.