CHARDON, Ohio — In the spirit of giving, one Northeast Ohio dog training facility is helping shelter dogs gain something far more meaningful than treats or toys -- confidence, basic skills and a better shot at a forever home.

Cold Nose Companions in Chardon has quietly built a reputation for offering positive-reinforcement training to dogs of all ages and backgrounds. But what makes the business truly stand out is what happens when there’s an empty spot in one of their group classes. Instead of letting it go to waste, owner Christine Good gives that "seat" to a dog who needs it most -- an adoptable dog from a local shelter or rescue.

Since the program began, dozens of dogs from groups like Ashtabula County APL , City Dogs Cleveland , One at a Time K9 Rescue , Lake Humane S

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