Training dogs and educating humans in Island, Skagit, and King counties.
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Well once again my instagram is not linking to my business facebook š¤¦š½āāļø
So last night I posted this to my stories but I realized I donāt work on weekends so letās extend it until end of business day Monday! This is over $1000 off yall!
Say goodbye to chaotic greetings and hello to poise! With our **Very Demure Doorbell Training**, your dog will master the art of calm, polite behavior when guests arrive. No more barking frenziesājust quiet, composed pups waiting for the perfect moment to say hello (if they choose to, of course).**Why train for a Very Demure response?**āļø Calm and collected behavior when the doorbell ringsāļø No forced interactionsādogs greet politely on their own termsāļø A relaxed home, even with visitorsTransform doorbell drama into delightful elegance! Letās bring out your dogās very demure side today.
Big shout out to my newest top fans! š
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Is your dog ready to be the perfect holiday host? Donāt let jumping, barking, or door-dashing dampen the festive spirit! Join our training program and turn your pup into a polite, well-mannered companion who welcomes guests with holiday cheer. Make this season stress-free for everyoneāincluding your four-legged friend!
Receive a 15% discount when you book your Day Train or Board and Train and mention this post.
*Offer ends September 31st.
*Offer not valid with other discounts.
Someone offered me money to breed Blaze to their femaleā¦..
Uuummmā¦.all the money in the world couldnāt bring me to curse the world with more of this š¤¦š½āāļøš¤£
My sweet Trixie graduated today. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with her and her family. She is such an incredible dog. Congratulations guys! Iāll see you guys soon for our follow upā¦.and to possibly kidnap her š¤«š¤£
Congratulations to Callie and Murray for passing their CGC exam today! I loved watching their progress over the last 6 weeks. Callie was a very frightened little girl and blossomed into a confident happy well mannered big girl!
And Murray, omg Murray! This guy definitely gets the āmost improvedā award! He was in my class last year as a very shy scared little puppy. He came back this year, an OVERLY confident adult dog with some reactivity to big dogs. But he worked hard and passed his exam today too! So proud of all of you! I canāt wait to show yall his before and after! Hahaha!
My instagram and facebook are suddenly connected again!!! Woohoo! Now my instagram stories will appear on fb stories as well! Why is this a big deal? Because majority of my informative content is posted to stories. I like to record as Iām working with dogs and share as stories because it make it feel more like Iām talking TO you. I know some of the families I work with do not use instagram so now you can keep up with stories on Facebook too! Yay! Happy Tuesday!
Being in an industry that isnāt regulated, where pretty much anyone can call themselves a trainer and take peopleās money, we need to start calling out the bad apples! Iāve talked about one day sharing my experience with a bad apple and I shouldāve been more vocal about it a long time ago. But out of fear of repercussions from evil people I just vaguely made statements of ācareful who you trustā. No more. Iām done fearing these evil people. Godās got my back. No weapon formed against me shall prosper! Darkside K9 previously Precision River K9 has done it again. These people have no moral compass, no conscience, NO HEART! Please watch my story highlight on my business instagram gen1k9 under āChoose wiselyā and let your friends and family know to stay far away from these people! They are currently operating out of Sallisaw Oklahoma under Darkside K9. They go by Sara and Adam Huerta. They need to be stopped! King, Kano, Maggie May, Stormie, Onyx, and now Luffy and Boba deserve justice! All of the people they STILL owe money deserve justice.
Trixieās first training outing was so good! We went to Pelican Bay Book store and sat outside to watch the world go by. I gave her the ājobā of down and rewarded every time someone walked by. I want her to find more value in me than in the people passing by. She did so good! Good job Trixie!
Say hello to our new friends Eiko and Grizzly! Arenāt they just so stunning! Eiko is gonna be working on overcoming his reactivity towards other dogs and Grizzly is going to be learning all the foundations of becoming a happy and well mannered adult dog one day šš¾š
We have added dates in September for our 2 week Day Train program. DM for more information š¾
When bringing a new dog into your home, whether theyāre a puppy or an adult, here are two essential tips to set them up for success:
1. **Limit Their Freedom Initially**: Many people make the mistake of giving a new dog full freedom in the house right away, but this can be overwhelming and lead to issues like accidents or unwanted behavior. To prevent this, keep your dog on a leash inside the house during the acclimation period. This allows you to provide quick guidance and corrections as needed, helping with potty training and overall adjustment. You can even attach the leash to yourself to stay close and address any behavior immediately.
2. **Hand Feed to Build a Relationship**: Hand feeding is a powerful tool for building a strong bond with your dog. By hand feeding, you create a positive association with you as the provider, which enhances your relationship and helps develop food motivation. This food motivation can then be used to reinforce good behavior and guide your dog as they learn whatās expected in their new home.
Say hello to Trixie, the newest member of the Gen1 K9 pack! Sheās joining us for our 2-week day train program, where weāll help her master the art of relaxation in any situation. Trixie is going to be entering into her Zen era! Lol
Yup! I will be sharing this one every time it comes up on our memories š¤£
I sure do miss this guy!
šØ Exciting News! šØ
Our highly-anticipated Board and Train & Day Train programs are NOW OPEN for bookings!
Already had a phone consult? Give me a call to secure your spot! š
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9am to 5pm Monday through Friday.
No consultation yet? No worries! Click the link in my bio to schedule yours today and get started.
Spaces are limited and will fill up fastādonāt miss out! šāØ
Teaching your dog the āplaceā command and giving them the ājobā of staying in a designated spot can significantly enhance their impulse control and safety around lawn mowing equipment. By focusing on this task, your dog learns to remain calm and avoid potentially dangerous situations. Start by choosing a safe, comfortable spot for your dog. Gradually increase distractions, always reinforcing the command with high value rewards. This not only keeps your dog safe but also provides mental stimulation, reinforcing their training and your bond. But remember, when all else fails the crate is the safest place.
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Fell hard for this boy yall! I had so much fun working with him. And even more fun snuggling!!! Be a good boy buddy see you soon! š¾
See yall there!
Help me congratulate Rigger! Today he completed his 2 week day train program. This guy excelled in his training and I couldnāt be more pleased! Thank you to his family for trusting me with him. š
šØ Exciting Announcement! šØ
Iām thrilled to introduce Denise as Gen1 K9ās official Board and Train trainer! š¾š
Denise will be handling all our Board and Train services while I focus on our Day Train programs.
Denise has been by my side for over a year, and itās been incredible to see her growth. Not only have I shared my knowledge with her, but Iāve also learned so much from her. Denise excels in handling various behavioral issues, even those Iām less comfortable with!
For those who get the chance to have their dogs trained by Denise, youāre in for a treat. And anyone whoās worked with her can attest to her compassion, knowledge, skill, and patience. š¶šŖ
For more information be sure to follow our instagram account at gen1k9 and Denise at .
And stay tuned for more information on when our board & train will open up this fall! šļø
Come see us this Saturday at the Anacortes Annual Bark in the Park event.
We will have give aways and a fun game for you and your dogs.
Also if youāve been considering taking the CGC exam, this will be a great chance to do so!
Hope to see you all there!
Anacortes, WA
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Say goodbye to chaotic greetings and hello to poise! With our **Very Demure Doorbell Training**, your dog will master the art of calm, polite behavior when guests arrive. No more barking frenziesājust quiet, composed pups waiting for the perfect moment to say hello (if they choose to, of course).**Why train for a Very Demure response?**āļø Calm and collected behavior when the doorbell ringsāļø No forced interactionsādogs greet politely on their own termsāļø A relaxed home, even with visitorsTransform doorbell drama into delightful elegance! Letās bring out your dogās very demure side today.#verydemure #demuredogs #balanceddogs #gen1k9 #doorbell #politeness #gooddog #stateofmind
Being in an industry that isnāt regulated, where pretty much anyone can call themselves a trainer and take peopleās money, we need to start calling out the bad apples! Iāve talked about one day sharing my experience with a bad apple and I shouldāve been more vocal about it a long time ago. But out of fear of repercussions from evil people I just vaguely made statements of ācareful who you trustā. No more. Iām done fearing these evil people. Godās got my back. No weapon formed against me shall prosper! Darkside K9 previously Precision River K9 has done it again. These people have no moral compass, no conscience, NO HEART! Please watch my story highlight on my business instagram gen1k9 under āChoose wiselyā and let your friends and family know to stay far away from these people! They are currently operating out of Sallisaw Oklahoma under Darkside K9. They go by Sara and Adam Huerta. They need to be stopped! King, Kano, Maggie May, Stormie, Onyx, and now Luffy and Boba deserve justice! All of the people they STILL owe money deserve justice. #animalabuser #evilpeople #dogtrainers #dogcommunity #dogloversclub
Trixie is killing it over here! Extremely proud of how well sheās picking up everything weāre teaching her. Good job Trixie! šš½
Trixieās first training outing was so good! We went to Pelican Bay Book store and sat outside to watch the world go by. I gave her the ājobā of down and rewarded every time someone walked by. I want her to find more value in me than in the people passing by. She did so good! Good job Trixie!
Little video from yesterday of me working with Trixie on leash etiquette. š¾
When bringing a new dog into your home, whether theyāre a puppy or an adult, here are two essential tips to set them up for success: 1. **Limit Their Freedom Initially**: Many people make the mistake of giving a new dog full freedom in the house right away, but this can be overwhelming and lead to issues like accidents or unwanted behavior. To prevent this, keep your dog on a leash inside the house during the acclimation period. This allows you to provide quick guidance and corrections as needed, helping with potty training and overall adjustment. You can even attach the leash to yourself to stay close and address any behavior immediately. 2. **Hand Feed to Build a Relationship**: Hand feeding is a powerful tool for building a strong bond with your dog. By hand feeding, you create a positive association with you as the provider, which enhances your relationship and helps develop food motivation. This food motivation can then be used to reinforce good behavior and guide your dog as they learn whatās expected in their new home. #newdog #balanceddogs #boundaries #pottytrainingtips #handfeeding #gen1k9
#dogtrainingrevolution #dogtrainers #dogbehaviortraining #pettraining #recalltraining #balanceddogs #impulsecontrol #summerdogs #summertime #beachdogs
Teaching your dog the āplaceā command and giving them the ājobā of staying in a designated spot can significantly enhance their impulse control and safety around lawn mowing equipment. By focusing on this task, your dog learns to remain calm and avoid potentially dangerous situations. Start by choosing a safe, comfortable spot for your dog. Gradually increase distractions, always reinforcing the command with high value rewards. This not only keeps your dog safe but also provides mental stimulation, reinforcing their training and your bond. But remember, when all else fails the crate is the safest place. #dogtrainingtip #impulsecontrol #petsafetytips #balanceddogs #gen1k9 #placecommand #dutchmalinois #dogsneedjobs
Want a well-behaved pup? Consistency is key! š¾āØ By consistently practicing the behaviors you want from your dogs, youāre laying the foundation for success. Keep at it! š¶šŖ #dogtrainingvideo #consistencyiskey #balanceddogs #practicepracticepractice #gen1k9 #multidoghousehold
This is the magic of free shaping. Itās training you can do right from your living room! š āØ Which is perfect for days when the weather outside isnāt the best or energy is low due to sickness like is my current situation. Free shaping keeps your dog mentally engaged and active. But what is free shaping? It is a fun and effective training technique that empowers your dog to think and problem-solve on their own. By rewarding incremental steps toward a desired behavior (in this case rounding a cone). And itās a great way to build bonds! Blaze and I bonded while training even when physical activity wasnāt an option. š¾šŖ #freeshapingbehaviour #mentalstimulation #dogtrainingtip #balanceddogs #gen1k9 #dutchmalinois #nosickdays #nodaysoffnoexcuses #noexcuses #trainsick #trainhealthy #trainsmart
š¾ Building trust with your dog is the foundation of a strong bond and successful training journey. šš¶š #dogtrainingvideo #trustbuilding #bestfriends #balanceddogs #gen1k9 #olive #dogtrainers
Donāt knock it till you try it lol #ecollartechnologies #balanceddogs #dutchmalinois #gen1k9 #offleashfreedom #offleashlife #snowdays #snowdog
š¾ Building Confidence with the āBox Exerciseā for Nervous Dogs like Nova š¦š¶ This seemingly simple exercise is actually quite challenging for dogs like Nova. To her, sticking her head into the āunknownā is a big step. I use this exercise to boost her confidence. And I offer high-value rewards each time she bravely explores the box. Those clicking noises? Thatās my way of letting her know sheās doing great and getting rewarded for her efforts! šš #confidencebuilding #nervousdogs #gen1k9 #balanceddogs #labradorretriever #mentalstimumation #mentalenrichment
Getting Lottie going on the treadmill. But why? š¾Using a treadmill for dogs is more about the mental state than just physical exercise. The benefits go beyond merely burning energy. While physical exercise is important, the treadmillās significance lies in how it influences a dogās mental well-being. š¾The treadmill serves as a form of mental stimulation, as it engages the dogās mind during the exercise process. š¾The treadmill can help alleviate anxiety or restlessness by providing controlled physical activity. š¾While the physical exercise aspect is great, the treadmillās impact on a dogās mental state is equally significant, providing structure, stimulation, and a controlled outlet for energy, contributing to overall mental well-being. #treadmill #mentalstate #slowitdown #balanceddogs #gen1k9 #calmstateofmind
Miss Lottie crushing it out here! One of the struggles her owner checked on the list of issues was pulling on leashed walks. But look at her now! Go Lottie!!! #leashtraining #structuredwalk #balanceddogs #lagottoromagnolopuppy #gen1k9
Congratulations to the Anacortes High School Football team on winning the 2A Championship!
Also want to mention the states where cases have been reported are: Oregon Washington Colorado California New Hampshire Massachusetts Rhode Island Indiana Illinois Idaho Georgia Florida Please keep your dogs safe. #dogsofig #dogloverstagram #pets #virus #safetyfirst
š¾ Witness Maisieās journey mastering the treadmill! šāāļø In my training program, the treadmill isnāt about physical exercise for your dog. Itās a mental workout! For Maisie, itās a tool to help calm her racing thoughts and slow down her mind. š§ #treadmilltraining #mindfulliving #dogtrainingexperience #balanceddogs #gen1k9 #anxiousdog #australianshepherd
Rollie went on his first Lowes field trip! We worked on his leash manners and the 3 Dās Distance Duration and Distractions. He is doing so good yāall! Canāt wait for his owners to see him Friday and spend the weekend practicing everything heās learned thus far! #distancedurationdistractions #balanceddogs #labrador #labradorpuppy #justababy #gen1k9 #dogtrainers #lowes
