Holy Sit Dog Training

12/15/2024

🐾 Tucker building up some distance with his "Place" cue. This little guy has come a long way from the frantic monkey that first came to stay with us.

So proud of him!

12/10/2024

🐾 What does a relaxation training session even look like??

Bad news: it's rather boring!

Tucker is making great progress. When he first came to stay he couldn't sit still unless he was really tired. He's just so full of love for life that he couldn't control it!

Here he is practicing relaxation in the face of distraction and frustration. You can see he has trouble with a couple of steps but he is catching on so quickly and building up a lot of self control.

(Nana is assisting by being a distraction herself as well as demonstrating staying down - she loves helping with training)

12/02/2024

🐾 Meet Tucker
Cavapoo Cutie

This little heart stealer is joining us for a 2 week Board & Train. He can be a frantic young fella and we're going to help him learn to relax, focus on his humans, and develop some reliable basic manners behaviors.

Nana loves having a new friend over and is a big help in training!

11/28/2024

🐾😍 Show me a pic of your dog and tell me why you got then!

11/28/2024

Oakley and Suki are learning to relax together and control their behavior in the face of distraction and frustration.

This type of work makes everything else we do easier by building up their emotional resilience and self control.

11/21/2024

🐾 Meet Bernie
This working breed puppy will herd your heart directly into her paws

She is working on puppy basics and really enjoys Recall practice, relaxation training, and learning to use her body in more precise ways.

She is part of an active and fun family and gearing up for a life of adventure!

11/19/2024

11/16/2024

Are these questions you’d ask?

❓ Will you come in and tell me NOT to let my dog in bed?

❓ Will you tell me NOT to give my dog table scraps?

❓ Will you tell me that I need to run my dog a mile a day?

These are questions I’ve received as a dog trainer and I want to put your mind at ease…

My training will be intentionally integrated into your life so that you can have the relationship you WANT with your dog.

It isn’t you vs. the dog.

It’s not a boot camp. For you OR your dog.

Our time together will enhance your and your dog’s experience together.

I want you both on the same page. AND the same team.

Curious to know what this looks like?

Comment “me” and I’ll chat with you about what this would actually look like for your unique situation.

11/11/2024

🐾 Meet Sgt. Stubby
Terrier Mutt War Hero

Stubby was the most decorated war dog of the Great War and was the only dog to receive a promotion to sergeant for deeds in combat.

His feats included:
🐾 Participating in 17 battles and 4 offensives
🐾 Warned his fellow soldiers of incoming gas attacks and artillery
🐾 Comforted the wounded and dying
🐾 Single handedly identifying and apprehending a German spy in his ranks
🐾 Wore a custom gas mask into battle after surviving a mustard gas injury
🐾 Wore his iconic chamois coat made for him by the women of Chateau-Thierry after he was injured by a gr***de during its liberation
🐾 Earned 2 wound stripes and a Purple Heart in addition to the many medals that adorned his coat
🐾 Led many parades after coming home
🐾 Became the mascot for the Georgetown Hoyas where during halftime he would nudge a football around the field to the delight of fans

Sgt. Stubby died peacefully in his sleep in March 1926 in the home where he lived with the soldier who had originally taken him off to war.

11/11/2024

Does your dog seem to be on constant lookout duty? 👀

Is your dog hypervigilant? Does every noise or every movement get a reaction out of them?

Finding it hard to relax on the couch when you don’t know when he’ll bark or jump up next?

This is a more frequent occurrence than you might realize.

Fortunately, I have some tricks in my toolkit that can drastically reduce your dog’s hypervigilance to uncontrollable environmental changes - a cat running by, a kid learning how to skate, or jingling keys in the walkway.

If this is something that’s got you perplexed and on edge, let’s talk! Comment “jingles” below and I’ll connect with you about the next steps.

11/09/2024

🐾 Meet Oakley and Suki
Chocolate Lab sweethearts!

These girls are learning to relax, control themselves in the face of distraction and frustration, and build up important safety behaviors like Recall and door manners.

Learning to relax together and co-regulate is an important skill for any multi-dog household.

11/06/2024

Looking for new, fun places to take your dog?

Here are five dog-friendly outing ideas where you can bond with your pup while exploring together:

1. Pet-Friendly Bookstores
Some independent bookstores or national chains allow well-behaved dogs to browse with you. It’s a great way to socialize your dog in a quiet, calm environment while you pick out your next read.

2. Home Improvement Stores
Large home improvement stores like Lowe’s or Home Depot often welcome leashed dogs. It’s a fantastic environment to practice leash manners and expose your dog to new sights, smells, and sounds.

3. Pet-Friendly Cafés or Coffee Shops
Many cafés, especially those with outdoor seating, allow dogs to join you while you enjoy a coffee or snack. It’s a nice way to relax together and people-watch, all while working on your dog’s socialization in a low-key environment.

4. Outdoor Shopping Centers
Dog-friendly shopping centers are perfect for a leisurely stroll. Many stores even offer treats for your dog as you browse. This outing helps your dog adjust to busier environments while getting some exercise.

5. Dog-Friendly Breweries or Wineries
Breweries and wineries with outdoor spaces often welcome dogs. They’re usually laid-back environments where you can enjoy a drink while your dog soaks in the scenery and socializes.

Next time you’re looking for an outing with your dog, try one of these locations to enrich their day while you check off some errands or relax. It’s all about bonding and making fun memories together!

10/08/2024

👨‍🏫 This is very interesting research on predation in dogs.

09/23/2024

How many more times will you sit on my feet?

Everything the universe gives you, without exception, is only on loan. We never actually own anything. Everything and everyone, one way or another, eventually has to be returned.

09/21/2024

Shout out to this girl who tiptoed the very thin line today between:

"sick enough for Dad to make jook with chicken"; and

"sick enough to go to urgent care".

09/19/2024

Still hoping to help a client find a more appropriate home for this sweet big boy.

3 years old, 60 lbs, neutered, chipped.

Reactive to strange dogs. Good with kids.

❤️ Looking for a human able to put the time into his training and enrichment.

They aren't looking for $ for him but we do want to make sure the right person is committed training with him.

Let me know if you'd like more info!

09/03/2024

🐾 I love working with guardian breed dogs. So majestic and so misunderstood by the world.