We Were Dog Trainers Before the Pandemic, And We’ll Be Here Long After

Let’s clear something up: dog training isn’t a side hustle. It’s not something you pick up because you watched a few YouTube videos or had extra time during lockdown.

At Alaska Dog Works, we’ve been professional trainers for over three decades. We built this business long before “pandemic puppies” were a thing, long before social media turned every dog owner into an “expert,” and long before hashtags decided what good training looks like.

We were training dogs in snowstorms, in the dark Alaskan winters, and on trails most people have never heard of, long before it became trendy.

Experience You Can’t Fake

When the pandemic hit, an entire wave of “trainers” appeared overnight. Some had good intentions. Others saw easy money. They opened their doors with zero background, no long-term results, and no understanding of canine behavior beyond their own dog’s quirks.

Fast forward a few years, most of them are gone.

Because here’s the truth: real dog training isn’t about buzzwords or trends. It’s about consistency, systems, and the ability to adapt proven methods to thousands of dogs and families.

That kind of knowledge doesn’t come from a crash course or a weekend certification. It comes from decades of experience, hundreds of dogs every year, and a commitment to doing this work long after the cameras are off.

Training Is a Profession, Not a Phase

We’ve seen it all: the new trainers who close after a season, the ones who skip town when things get tough, the “influencers” who disappear once they realize this is real work.

Meanwhile, we’re still here.
Still training. Still leading. Still getting results.

Because this isn’t a hobby, it’s our life’s work.

You Deserve a Trainer Who’s in It for the Long Haul

Your dog deserves more than a quick-fix program or a passing trend. They deserve structure, expertise, and a team that’s in it for the right reasons.

So before you choose a trainer, ask yourself:
Do you want someone who’s testing theories, or someone who’s already proven them, thousands of times over?

Ready to Get Serious About Your Dog’s Training?

If you’re done chasing short-term solutions and want lasting results, it starts with a strategy call.
Not an interview, a plan of action.

Schedule your strategy call today and see what 30+ years of real-world experience can do for you and your dog.