I’m going to miss this guy ♥️ I swear he knew it was my last night with him as he would not leave my apartment. So I told him he could have a sleepover 🥰 This morning we had a good snuggle 🐾 See you next time Bookie!
Hit me up with your “Bad Dog Jokes!” I’ll try to get some filmed with Bookie, however, tomorrow morning I’m moving to my last place where I’ll be dog sitting Max & Shadow so they may be the stars of the video ♥️🐾
Reunited and it feels SO good! Watch Bookie’s joy as he sprints straight into my arms after weeks apart—proof that nothing beats the love of a dog. 🐾❤️ #PureHappiness #DogLoveUnleashed #HappyDogMoments #EasyBreezyDogs”
I sent Finlay a message today 🤣🥰🐾 #sheepadoodle #finlay #dogsofottawa #dogsofinstagram #myottawa #orleans #ottawadogtrainer #dogtraining #dogtrainingottawa #puppytrainingottawa #smallbusinessowner #entrepreneur #lovemyjob #selfpublisher #author #canineenrichment #braingames #tireddog
🎄 Merry Christmas from Costa Rica! 🎄
Wishing all of you a day filled with love, laughter, and maybe a little dog hair on your holiday sweater. As I soak up the sun here, Finlay is back home being *royally spoiled* (or so he’d like you to think) by Jenny and Mario. Let’s just say, they’ve got their hands full with his *very specific demands*. From having to be carried across the street, because he won’t leave Jenny side, busting through the baby gate, so Whiskey can get to some Ferrero Rochers, it’s a full-time job keeping the *King of the Lap* happy.
Thank you for all your love and support this year. Enjoy the day, give your pups an extra treat from mel! 😉
Not a bad view while working on 2025 stuff ♥️🐾
From Fireworks Fear to Calm Confidence
🎆🐾 From Fireworks Fear to Calm Confidence 🐾🎆
When I first got Finlay, he was super dramatic whenever fireworks went off – shaking, barking, the whole works. But look at him now… cool as a cucumber! 🐶✨
How’d we get here? Desensitization and training.
Here are some tips to help your dog feel more comfortable before fireworks season rolls around again:
1️⃣ Start now, while it’s quiet! Use YouTube videos of fireworks (start at a low volume) and pair it with something positive – treats, play, or calm relaxation time. Gradually increase the volume as your dog gets used to it.
2️⃣ Stay calm and neutral. While you can’t reward emotions like fear, you can reinforce behaviors your dog shows when feeling nervous (like barking, pacing, etc.). Instead of reacting to their fear, reward calm, relaxed behaviors. This teaches your dog that feeling nervous is okay, but they don’t need to act out. 🧘♀️
3️⃣ Create a “safe space.” Practice now by giving your dog a cozy, quiet spot (a crate, basement, or darkened room) where they can relax when loud sounds happen. Adding white noise or a fan can help muffle the booms.
4️⃣ Make it fun! Focus games, treat puzzles, or gentle trick training during fireworks sounds give your dog something positive to do and help shift their focus.
Winter is the perfect time to get ahead of fireworks season – desensitization takes time, so start early and set your pup up for success! 🐾🎆
Have you worked on desensitization with your dog? Share your experiences below – I’d love to hear what’s worked for you! 🐶
#FireworkFear #DogDesensitization #TrainingTips #CalmPupsHappyLife #DogTrainingJourney #FinlayTheFireworkPro
Finlay watched Whiskey use the “water” button and is now using it 🤣🥰 Such a smart boy 🐾♥️ #talkingbuttons #dogstalking #smartboy #talkingdog #fluentpet
Every morning Bookie comes to visit 🥰 Just love his smile ♥️🥰#CasitaDogLife #MorningPupVisit #FurryAlarmClock #DoggyKnockKnock #TropicalPup #CostaRicaDogs #PuraVidaPets #PupAdventures #cacsacatalina
Guess who knocked on my door this morning? ❤️❤️ #KnockKnockDoggo #DoggyDoorDrama #PupLoveDelivery #TreatTimeTales #CostaRicaDogs #FurryFriendGoals #TropicalPupLife #Tamarindo
Two years later, and I’m back where it all started! 💕 Reunited with sweet Bookie, the incredible dog who made my stay unforgettable. Seeing her again feels like coming home. 🐾🌴 Some bonds never fade, even with time and distance. 🥹 #BestDogEver #ReunitedWithLove #DogLove #CostaRicaAdventures #TravelWithDogs #PuraVida #dogofcostarica #ForeverFriend