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30/06/2025

❤ BREED OF THE WEEK ❤

🐾 Meet the Miniature Schnauzer, whose origin began in Germany in the late 19th century. It was developed by crossing the Standard Schnauzer with smaller breeds such as the Affenpinscher and the Poodle. Initially bred as a farm dog, their main job was of ratting and guarding. It's small size, intelligence, and agility made it ideally suited for these roles. This breed was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926.

🐾 Mini Schnauzers are easily recognizable by their bushy eyebrows, prominent beard, and mustache, which gives them distinguished and almost human-like expression. They have a double coat consisting of a hard, wiry outer layer and a soft undercoat and come in various colours, including salt and pepper, black, and black and silver. These dogs are also known to be friendly, outgoing, affectionate, and incredibly loyal to their families. As a terrier breed, they are naturally alert and lively which makes them great watchdogs, often barking to alert their owners of any unusual activity.

🐾 Mini Schnauzers are extremely intelligent, quick learners and eager to please. Early puppy socialization is needed where fun and positive reinforcement will keep them engaged, as they can easily become bored with repetition. Since they tend to be excessive barkers, teaching them the “quiet” command, rewarding silence and redirecting their attention can be beneficial.

🐾 Miniature Schnauzers are lively and energetic dogs that require regular physical and mental exercise to maintain their health. If playing outside, they should be in a fenced area as they may take off chasing small animals. Given their intelligence, they thrive on mental challenges and love puzzle toys or treat-dispensing toys to keep their minds active. In addition, they excel in agility competitions and their eagerness to please make them standout participants in dog sports. Overall, Miniature Schnauzers are delightful little dogs with big personalities and their combination of intelligence, friendliness, and loyalty makes them a wonderful addition to any family.

24/06/2025

A few of our awesome day training dogs doing what they do best—learning, playing, and growing

Each dog gets personalized training time, structured socialization, and fun confidence-building exercises.

We love seeing their progress day by day.

24/06/2025

🤔 FOOD FOR THOUGHT 🤔

23/06/2025

❤ BREED OF THE WEEK ❤

🐾 Meet the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, whose origins can be traced back to the early spaniels of Europe. These small spaniel-type dogs were popular in the 16th century, particularly in England, where they were often depicted in paintings alongside their aristocratic owners. The breed became particularly associated with King Charles II of England, who reigned during the 17th century. Over the years, the breed evolved due in part to crossbreeding with other small dogs such as the Pug and Japanese Chin. This led to a change in appearance, resulting in the King Charles Spaniel. They were recognized as a breed by the American Kennel Club in 1995.

🐾 Cavaliers are well known for their loving nature who thrive on human companionship. They are also recognized by their silky and smooth coat and is often described as "feathered” especially around the ears, chest, legs, and tail. Their coat comes in four recognized colour patterns: Blenheim (chestnut and white), Tricolor (black, white, and tan), Ruby (solid red), and Black and Tan. They are friendly dogs that generally get along well with other pets and strangers, and their sociable nature makes them excellent family pets.

🐾 This breed is easy to train thanks to their intelligent and eager-to-please nature. Their gentle demeanor and responsiveness make them well-suited for various training activities, from basic obedience to more advanced commands. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels make excellent therapy dogs and are often used in hospitals and nursing homes to provide comfort and companionship to patients.

🐾 Cavaliers thrive on daily moderate exercise and outdoor activities. A 20 - 30 minute walk twice a day is typically sufficient for this breed. Keeping in mind they retain hunting instincts, a fenced yard is highly recommended as their recall may not kick in if they find an interesting trail to follow. While they do enjoy a variety of canine sports, they are also content finding a soft cozy spot in the home where they can cuddle with their loved ones. Overall, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a breed that captures hearts with its endearing characteristics and charming demeanor.

21/06/2025

Tunnel time! 🐾

Our day training class pups are mastering agility and confidence one tunnel at a time. These exercises build focus, coordination, and boost their problem-solving skills—plus, they’re a ton of fun!

Whether your dog is just starting out or needs to level up, this class helps every pup shine.

Ready to see your dog thrive? Message us to learn more about upcoming classes!

16/06/2025

16/06/2025

❤ BREED OF THE WEEK ❤

🐾 Meet the Doberman Pinscher, whose history goes back to the late 19th century in Apolda, Germany. To achieve a loyal and protective dog, Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann selectively bred dogs with specific traits that would result in a fearless, intelligent, and robust guard dog. While the Doberman was primarily utilized for protection, over time their abilities were recognized and appreciated in various fields such as military and police work, and service and therapy dogs. The Doberman Pinscher was recognized as a breed by the American Kennel Club in 1908.

🐾 The Doberman Pinscher is renowned for its distinctive features and temperament, making it a unique and admired breed. Naturally, they have floppy ears and a long tail, but traditionally speaking, Dobermans have their ears cropped and tails docked. They have a short, smooth coat that comes in various colours, including black, red, blue, and fawn, often with rust-colored markings. They are incredibly loyal to their families and form strong bonds with their human companions. Having a natural protective instinct, they make excellent guard dogs. They are known to be fearless and will defend their loved ones if necessary.

🐾 Training a Doberman must begin in early puppyhood which can help them become well-adjusted adults who are comfortable in different settings and less likely to react aggressively. They are very intelligent, quick learners and respond well to rewards. Consistency and patience are needed, as training a Doberman can come with challenges, especially given their strength and assertiveness.

🐾 Dobermans have a ton of energy and require at least 1 to 2 hours of exercise daily. This should include a mix of vigorous activities and moderate exercises, such as walking, running, hiking, and playing fetch. Further, engaging in high-energy activities such as agility training, obedience competitions and tracking are excellent for channeling their intelligence and agility. If you are an active individual and are truly dedicated to training a well-mannered canine citizen, you will fall in love with this beautiful intelligent and loyal breed.

15/06/2025

Want to see the release command in action? 🐾✨
Watch our trainer work some seriously high-level dog training magic with Coco! She uses the word "free” to start cuddle time—and the command "all done” to wrap it up and signal it's time to chill out and listen again.
It's all about balance, clear communication, and building trust between dog and human. This isn't just training—it's teamwork at its finest!
Ready to teach your dog the power of “release"?
Visit our website to learn more about our training programs!

14/06/2025

This big man is killing his pivots!

12/06/2025

Did someone say extra treats... we are on the way!😅🐾