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🎉🐾 Happy National Train Your Dog Month! 🐾🎉Teaching your dog “Around” is fun and functional! This skill can help your dog get into heel position or come close to you for leash attachment.Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to teach “Around” using treats:1️⃣ Phase 1: Lure your dog with a treat to guide them around you, feeding them when they’re behind and finishing the circle.2️⃣ Phase 2: Use a smooth hand-off of the treat between hands to encourage their full rotation.3️⃣ Phase 3: Fade the lure! Use an empty hand for gestures, add the verbal cue “Around,” and reward them when they complete the move.✨ Tip: Keep it fun and positive for your food-motivated pup!🐕 Ready to strengthen your bond with your dog? Start training today and share your progress with us!👉 What new tricks are you teaching your dog this month? Let us know in the comments!#NationalTrainYourDogMonth #DogTrainingTips #DogTricks #PositiveReinforcement #AroundTheDog #TrainYourDog #DogLovers #PetParentLife

Using a simple ‘loop’ to train Rascal to go onto this box station.

Want to sharpen your dog’s kickback stand? 🐾✨ Try using ‘loop’ training! Repeating the behavior in small, focused loops helps build muscle memory and precision. Keep sessions short and fun—your pup will thank you! 🐾 #DogTrainingTips #KickbackStand #PositiveReinforcement#NTYDM2025 #nationaltrainyourdogmonth

“Let’s be real—this video is funny, and the dog looks safe. But let’s dig a little deeper 👀…The best thing about funny dog videos? They’re masterclasses in BIG body language! 🐕💃 In our day-to-day lives, dogs are subtle communicators, but in these clips, it’s like they’re turning up the volume. 🎙️ And guess what? Spotting these big gestures helps us notice the quieter ones, too.Because sure, your dog probably isn’t worried about a bobcat 🐾😱, but they might feel uneasy around a boisterous child, loud Uncle Mike, or even just that one weird delivery guy. Recognizing their body language is key to helping them feel safe, comfortable, and keeping everyone (humans included!) happy and bite-free. 🛑🦷So keep those funny dog videos coming! First watch for the laughs, then rewatch for the lessons. 🐾💡📢 Call to action: Have a favorite funny dog video? Share it with us! Let’s decode the canine comedy together!#FunnyDogVideos #DogBodyLanguage #LearnWithDogs #PreventDogBites #HappyDogsHappyHumans #DogLoversUnite”

Why are dog chomps so freaking cute??🐾🥰Jinx is loving her new treats that her big sister Rebecca brought home from @peninsula.pet.supplies I keep feeding them to her cause I just love listening to her chew and chomp them! 😍🫣Although if a human chewed like this I’d probably have to leave the room!!😂🤣🤣😂🤣How do you feel about dog chomps? Love em or hate em?

💡 Give Your Dog a Reset! 🐾Just like us, our dogs can benefit from a little movement break to recharge during training sessions! 🎾 Ever feel mentally stuck at your desk and find a walk or quick activity helps clear your mind? Dogs are no different!When focusing on “control skills” like sitting, staying, or recalls, try mixing in some fun activities: tunnels, jumps, sniff time, or even a playful ball pit session. 🐕‍🦺 These breaks keep training fun, engaging, and effective!✨ Training is about balance: learning, connection, challenge, and FUN. 🐾👉 How does your dog like to reset? Share your favorite activities below! ⬇️#DogTrainingTips #FunWithFido #TrainingBreaks #DogMomLife #DogDadAdventures #ActiveDogs #DogReset #TrainingBalance #HappyDogHappyLife #InteractiveDogPlay

🐾 Does your dog struggle with foot handling?I love using Leslie McDevitt’s 1-2-3 Pattern Game to help build comfort and relaxation for nail clipping and foot handling!✨ 1-2-3 Pattern Game ✨1️⃣ Count “1-2-3” and give your dog a tasty treat on 3️⃣.2️⃣ Repeat this often until your dog starts to anticipate the pattern—watch for a happy expression or them moving closer to you!🐾 Once they’re familiar with the game, you can gradually pair it with gentle body handling:✔️ Start by touching areas your dog is already comfortable with.✔️ Count “1-2-3” while holding or touching, give them a treat on 3️⃣, and then release.💡 Pro Tip: Be intentional with your touch—keep it calm and deliberate.‼️ If your dog shows significant stress or is a bite risk, consult a professional for guidance.Happy training! 🐾

How adorable are these doggies?Our K9 Forest School friends had a wonderful time enjoying the Fall weather!🍂🐶

Happy Halloween from our K9 Forest School pals! 👻🎃