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10/30/2024

Let today be a reminder to move forward with intention and compassion, both for yourself and those around you.

10/25/2024

Start your day with a moment of stillness. Take a deep breath, feel your feet rooted to the ground, and embrace the strength that comes from being present. 🍀

Small steps create big impacts – whether you’re building trust with a dog, creating joy in the simple moments, or just showing up. Here’s to a day filled with purpose, positivity, and a little bit of peace.

10/24/2024

Things in life happen at a time they are supposed to happen.

Hello Skeletor 💀

And thank you Zuis 🕊️🤍

10/19/2024

Give back a little very day and take care of the place we call home 🌍

Happy weekend, find some time this weekend to enjoy the beauty nature has to offer.

10/12/2024

Join us for our next social walk! 🐕

10/10/2024

🐾 Welthundetag/ World Dog Day🌍

Today, we celebrate our dogs—the loyal companions who teach us patience, perseverance, and the true meaning of unconditional love. As trainers, we are privileged to witness the incredible intelligence, adaptability, and spirit that every dog brings to the table.

Training isn’t just about commands—it’s about deepening the bond between human and dog. It’s about understanding their unique personalities, respecting their needs, and communicating in ways that help them thrive. Every step, from the first “sit” to daily behavior in our interactions to advanced skills, is a testament to the trust we build with our dogs.

On this World Dog Day, let’s take a moment to appreciate:
🐾 The joy of working with dogs, big and small, who show us that learning is a lifelong adventure.
🐾 The importance of patience and consistency in working with a dog.
🐾 The amazing resilience and adaptability that dogs show, reminding us that no challenge is too great when approached with perseverance and an open mind.

Let’s continue to empower our dogs to be their best selves through mindful, clear & compassionate training. Because when we train with respect, we create a bond that goes beyond words—one that lasts a lifetime.

10/09/2024

Perseverance is key 🗝️
Consistency and patience lead to progress. Keep at it, and it will amaze you!

10/06/2024

Why Muzzles are a Great Thing for Dogs!

Muzzles are an essential tool that can help keep both dogs and humans safe in certain situations or when legally required. When used properly, they are not a punishment or something to fear—muzzles can be a life-saving accessory! Here’s why every dog should feel comfortable wearing one:

1️⃣ **Prepared for Anything**: Vet visits, emergencies, or even situations that can make a dog anxious (like crowded places) might require a muzzle. Public transportation also sometimes requires your dog to wear a muzzle. If your dog is already used to wearing one comfortably, it reduces stress when they really need it.

2️⃣ **Safety First**: Even the sweetest dogs can get scared or defensive in stressful environments. Muzzles protect your dog and others in unpredictable situations.

3️⃣ **Comfort is Key**: A well-fitted muzzle should allow your dog to pant, drink, and relax. Look for a design that provides enough room for your dog to breathe comfortably, doesn’t rub against their face, and fits securely without being too tight.

Muzzle training, when done correctly, can be a huge benefit for both you and your pup! ✨ Let’s normalize muzzle use as a responsible part of dog ownership.

09/22/2024

Beach Crew 🌊☀️
Happy weekend GW Family, leave some Love for Imani, Zimba and Theo

Imani and Theo are adoptable through

08/30/2024

Why Early Socialization is Key for Your Dog’s Well-Being 🐺
When we think of socializing our dogs, it’s easy to picture letting them meet as many people and dogs as possible. But true socialization looks very different for dogs — it’s about preparing your dog to calmly navigate the world around them. Socialization means helping your dog get used to different environments, sounds, surfaces, and situations without overwhelming them. Instead of excitement and overstimulation, it’s about teaching them to observe and remain calm in new settings. Whether it’s the sound of a car horn, walking on a new surface, or sitting calmly at a café, each experience is a chance to build their confidence and resilience.

Many dogs are great at being hyped up and bouncing around, but they often miss out on learning how to calmly engage with the world which is so important! If you want your dog to be a relaxed companion who can comfortably lay by your side as an adult, it makes sense to practice this behavior while they’re young or when they first come into your life. Even if it’s an adult dog, you can still immediately start introducing them to new things so they can eventually start experiencing life with you. How nice would it be to bring a calm dog to the ball park to watch the kids play? Or be able to take your pup to a brewery and they be able to calmly hang out?

Setting the right foundation now will help your dog grow into a balanced and well-adjusted companion. Let’s help our dogs be their best selves!

It’s never too late but the sooner the better!

08/30/2024

*Why Early Socialization is Key for Your Dog’s Well-Being 🐾*
When we think of socializing our dogs, it’s easy to picture letting them meet as many people and dogs as possible. But true socialization looks very different for dogs — it’s about preparing your dog to calmly navigate the world around them. Socialization means helping your dog get used to different environments, sounds, surfaces, and situations without overwhelming them. Instead of excitement and overstimulation, it’s about teaching them to observe and remain calm in new settings. Whether it’s the sound of a car horn, walking on a new surface, or sitting calmly at a café, each experience is a chance to build their confidence and resilience.

Many dogs are great at being hyped up and bouncing around, but they often miss out on learning how to calmly engage with the world which is so important! If you want your dog to be a relaxed companion who can comfortably lay by your side as an adult, it makes sense to practice this behavior while they’re young or when they first come into your life. Even if it’s an adult dog, you can still immediately start introducing them to new things so they can eventually start experiencing life with you. How nice would it be to bring a calm dog to the ball park to watch the kids play? Or be able to take your pup to a brewery and they be able to calmly hang out?

Setting the right foundation now will help your dog grow into a balanced and well-adjusted companion. Let’s help our dogs be their best selves!

It’s never too late but the sooner the better!

07/20/2024

🕊️ Zuis 💔
2022 - 2024

When I first met Zuis, he was on the euthanasia list at a local shelter. Human-aggressive, overstimulated, shut off from the outside world, and so skinny, he was a dog that the world had given up on. He was even scheduled for euthanasia but didn’t respond to the sedation and the procedure was postponed. It was as if Zuis himself had fought for that second chance—and oh, how he deserved it.

From the moment of taking Zuis home, he and I worked through so much together, battling his fears and forming a bond stronger than I could have imagined. He became a part of my soul, etching his place deep within my heart.

Thirteen days ago, I entrusted him to a capable vacation sitter, confident they could handle his unique behavioral needs. Little did I know, this would be the last time I would ever see my boy.

Zuis ingested something he shouldn’t have that caused a total obstruction which required emergency surgery. He recovered well at the vet and was sent home with precise instructions, but those directives weren’t followed as carefully as they would have needed to be. He was allowed to ingest too much food and water at once, causing nausea and then vomiting due to the full stomach and car ride back to the vet.

That night, despite being given anti nausea meds, he continued to try to vomit, resulting in ruptures that caused fatal internal bleeding. He passed away during the night, slipping away quietly as if he’d simply fallen asleep on his favorite blanket, where he was found curled up in the morning.

Our time together was painfully short, and I will miss him dearly. Zuis has left an indelible scar on my heart and countless memories that will never fade. He was part of the pack, he was home, a constant presence that will forever be with me.

Run free, Zuis.

You were home with me & will always hold a special place in my heart and will forever be part of who I am.

06/14/2024

Gentle reminder on what socialisation is and what it's not! Happy Friday evening

06/09/2024

ODIN 🧡

05/04/2024

Come and join us!
Dm or text us to sign up 🦮

If availability allows fosters will join for free, message us for details!

02/21/2024

Choose wisely. “Augen auf beim Hundekauf”
Most common breeds to land in the shelter are Doberman, Pointer, Husky, GSD, Corso and co.

Why is that, if a little bit of glitter, lots of treats and even more love at all times can fix anything. It’s not the DNA it’s the way you raise them.. 🙃

*there might be some sarcasm in the aboth statement*

Joke aside, strong dogs are cool, they look stunning BUT they are not stuffed animals and surely not for everyone. These dogs were designed by us, bred for a spesific field of work. Be if hunting, guarding, herding or protection.

Let’s normalize owning a breed mix that’s not more then you can handle so we can stop seeing these breeds end up being rehomed over and over. Let’s normalize getting dogs because of their character, temprament and awareness what they were made for. Not because of “badass” looks.

Picture: Zuis, 2Y old Doberman, looking for a owner that’s able to communicate clearly, know what they are getting with a 2Y old Dobi and give affection at the right time, not unconditionally and more then a dog can handle.

02/11/2024

New class coming up close to Downtown
Sign up link will be available by tomorrow.

We look forward to seeing many new faces 🐺

02/04/2024

Dogs have personalities and should be allowed the expectation of having their own personal space too. It is literally the same thing if I let my child climb all over you, take food out of your hands, pull your hair, smack you, interrupt any naps... Pretty annoying, right?

I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve been referred to do an eval by rescues because someone’s dog and baby are having issues only to hear the owners either never prepared their dog for baby’s arrival or they haven’t implemented any boundaries between child and dog.

Your child should never be in the situation where they could get bit. YOU should never let your child get into the situation where they could get bit. This has to stop and to avoid that, there are some ground rules you can implement to keep everyone coexisting safely.
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Find out about the most important ground rules on our latest blog post!
(Link to website in Bio)

02/02/2024

Pack 🐺

01/22/2024

Some of the most important life skills to teach puppies?
• being able to settle everywhere
• co existing with the environment and all kinds of stimuli
• frustration tolerance
• stay with me/ close by
• observing

What puppies DON’T need:
• you hyping them like there is no tomorrow
• free play all day
• chasing a ball
• puppy classes with no structure where they just run each other over
• a ton of basic obedience
• 1000 toys and enrichment all day

And why is that? Because that’s not was life will look like when they are adults. Then we want them to be able to be calm and relax when we take them out, to ignore other dogs, people and distractions.

So maybe it’s fair to prepare a puppy to adult life when they are young and not have a party each and every day? 🤷🏼‍♀️
Just a thought

01/21/2024

Find us on the mountain Saturday ⛰️

Hope you’re having a good weekend and making the best out of the cold! 10/10 recommend a hike

01/14/2024

Reactivity.💥

What leads to reactivity in dogs?
There are many components that can play a role in how reactivity develops. So, let’s talk about one of the top three reasons why a dog will become reactive.

Many puppies are often raised or routinely exposed to high excitement or overstimulating environments when they meet dogs and people. Dogs in these situations begin to expect that these environments will always be rewarding for them.

A pattern develops and your dog creates the expectation that seeing another dog means PLAY and party..

But one day, you decide to attach a leash to your young dog and try to just walk past another dog… You now added a layer of restraint to your dog. This restraint is stopping your dog from being able to get to the other dog they see. What’s happening now, think about it..

Your dog might be frustrated because they can’t get to the other dog anymore, to the thing they’ve been regularly able to get to and that has made them feel good and was self-rewarding. This frustration then can lead to what we call reactivity which you’ll see as:
barking, lunging, screaming, whining, and more…
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CONTINUE READING in our latest Blog post and learn about what you could be doing to help your dog/ puppy to not become reactive on the website. Link in Bio.

01/12/2024

Our partner is having a 30% winter sale ❄️

Benefit from this great opportunity and get your crate while it’s on sale. Check out our tipps on crate training and DM for any questions or concerns.

12/24/2023

Merry Christmas ✨
Fröhliche Weihnachten 🎄

Thank you all for 2023! We look forward to a 2024 with great dogs and people, valued colleagues and good friends

12/22/2023

ODIN

Very thankful for this little guy and all beyond proud of the dog this malnourished, sick dog from the streets in rural Alabama has turned into.

Happy to have you by my side and be part of the GentleWolf pack 🐶

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Wishing you all a great Wednesday! Yesterday I saw a man walking his dog in the park. The dog at the very end of the leash dragging the human behind it.. when seeing a squirrel the dog started through and his human went flying over the grass. It doesn’t have to be that way! If you want your dog to stop pulling and you like your shoulder in place? Stop moving forward to where you are getting pulled to. Instead teach your dog to walk with you and earn their respect.