About NOSE TO THE GRIND

Relationship-based training in Wasilla

Nose to the Grind offers relationship-based dog training in Wasilla and surrounding areas through in-home private training, group classes and board and train packages. Its foundation is positive reinforcement with "a big emphasis on FUN," within a balanced, "fusion" style that teaches clear communication, how to work through stress and how to correct unwanted behavior.

Specialties

The business specializes in starting puppies off right, improving overall human and dog relationships and rehabilitating "even the most severely reactive dogs." Companion dog and reactive rehab clients work toward a reliable dog that can go anywhere with the family, while competition clients work on handler engagement and dogs that perform under high stress.

The trainer

Lead trainer and owner Ryan Fry has been an apprentice professional dog trainer since 2018 and a sport dog trainer and handler since 2017. He has trained and competed in IGP, AKC obedience and rally, nosework and Working Dogs of America venues, and serves as a protection sport helper. His own dogs carry titles including BH, CD, CDX and CGC.

What to ask

Ask about board and train lengths, pricing and the current class list.