North Star Canine Connection

Private sessions include an initial 1-hour 15-minute consultation with a customized training plan and reference materials, followed by hourly follow-ups. Day training involves one-on-one sessions at the client’s home with video updates sent via text. Group classes are 45-minute sessions with Q&A, offered in 5-week formats including Puppy Essentials, Adolescent/Adult 101, Trick Dog, CGC, Calm Canine, Reactive Dog, and Confidence Building. Bandana classes allow clients to bring personal goals. All programs include downloadable tutorials, step-by-step guides, and videos for home practice. CGC test prep is available via private session or group class.

Pricing Summary

Initial private consultation: $115; follow-up sessions: $85/hour. Day training: $70/hour (up to 3 hours at home). Group classes: $199 for 5-week standard courses, $275 for reactive dog or therapy prep classes. Bandana classes: $25 per session. Written behavior reports available as an add-on. CGC test administration: $70 (plus $20–$30 AKC fee). Travel fee: $0.70/mile round trip. Payment accepted via cash, check, credit card, PayPal, or Venmo.

North Star Canine Connection is a certified dog training business specializing in ethical, reward-based methods to address behavioral challenges such as aggression, resource guarding, reactivity, anxiety, compulsive behaviors, and phobias. They offer in-home evaluations with detailed reports that include behavior history, assessment observations, prognosis, and customized training plans. In addition to behavior modification, they provide basic obedience training and group classes in a supportive, positive environment. Their services include private sessions, day training at the client’s home, and group classes with small sizes for reactive dogs. They also offer Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test preparation and administration. The business emphasizes understanding root causes of behavior, environmental management, and building dog-owner relationships through positive reinforcement. They provide extensive free educational resources including infographics on body language, classical conditioning, counter-conditioning, and more.

Liz Beaulieu, the certified behavior consultant, holds an IAABC-CDBC credential and is an AKC CGC® Approved Evaluator. She has been recognized as one of the top 5 dog training facilities in New Hampshire. Clients appreciate her patience, nonjudgmental approach, detailed written materials, and ability to help dogs with severe fear-based issues gain confidence. She also offers real-time video updates during day training sessions to keep owners engaged.

The business accepts dogs with bite histories and tailors training to the dog’s home environment to ensure skills generalize. They provide tools like kongs, long leads, and training aids during classes and encourage owners to use positive reinforcement consistently at home.

Accomplishments

Voted one of the top 5 dog training facilities in New Hampshire in 2025. Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (IAABC-CDBC). AKC CGC® Approved Evaluator. Accredited Dog Trainer (IAABC-ADT). Holds a B.S. in Veterinary Medicine with a minor in Psychology and +15 M.Ed. credits. Member of IAABC, AKC, and APDT.

How to Get Started!

Client begins by completing the online intake form, followed by scheduling an initial in-home consultation for $115. This includes a 1-hour 15-minute evaluation, behavior history review, and a customized training plan with reference materials. Written behavior reports are available as an add-on. Group classes require registration via the group class page.