Every Dog Behavior and Training

Every Dog Behavior and Training We’re a nonprofit dedicated to providing inclusive, accessible dog training and behavior resources!
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📣 Free Webinar Alert: The Benefits of Canine Fitness 📣Like people, dogs benefit from fitness training! It's not only sup...
01/23/2025

📣 Free Webinar Alert: The Benefits of Canine Fitness 📣

Like people, dogs benefit from fitness training! It's not only super enriching — it can also prevent injuries, build confidence, and support lifelong well-being!

In this webinar, Steven Tallas, Canine Conditioning Fitness Associate (CCFA), will discuss what canine fitness is and how to integrate it into your and your dog’s lifestyle.

Join us on Feb. 27 at 6 pm! Sign up here: https://www.everydogaustin.org/event-details/the-benefits-of-canine-fitness

Snow day plans: staying cozy and signing up for your next dog training class! 🐾❄️Check out our upcoming classes includin...
01/21/2025

Snow day plans: staying cozy and signing up for your next dog training class! 🐾❄️

Check out our upcoming classes including:
🐾 Control Unleashed - Jan 28
🐾 Leash Walking - Feb 5
🐾 Polite Greetings - Feb 15
🐾 Polite Greetings - Feb 24
🐾 Fearful Dogs - Feb 26
🐾 Tricks - Feb 26

Register on our website and don't hesitate to reach out with any questions: https://www.everydogaustin.org/classes

Congratulations to adoptable Waffle Fry on graduating from Basic Manners!!Waffle Fry's buddies at brought him to class ...
01/16/2025

Congratulations to adoptable Waffle Fry on graduating from Basic Manners!!

Waffle Fry's buddies at brought him to class to get a break from the shelter, learn some manners, and make new friends! While he did a great job with everything, he really excelled at learning "touch"!

Check this boy out at !

Meet Max, one of our amazing volunteers!🐾What interested you about volunteering with Every Dog?"I’d wanted to volunteer ...
01/11/2025

Meet Max, one of our amazing volunteers!

🐾What interested you about volunteering with Every Dog?
"I’d wanted to volunteer at Every Dog because their mission of making dog training inclusive and accessible really speaks to me."

🐾What's your favorite part about volunteering?
"I appreciate how Every Dog creates fun, safe spaces for dogs and their people. I also aspire to eventually become a dog trainer, and volunteering has given me opportunities to advance my skills and work with their awesome staff."

🐾What would you say to someone interested in becoming an Every Dog volunteer?
"If you want to be part of a great organization and learn something new, you should check out Every Dog!"

Visit everydogaustin.org/join to learn about volunteer opportunities!

Positive Reinforcement is defined as "The addition of a stimulus immediately following a behavior, which increases the l...
01/10/2025

Positive Reinforcement is defined as "The addition of a stimulus immediately following a behavior, which increases the likelihood that the behavior will occur again in the future." This means that positive reinforcement works by definition. However, we often hear that people "used positive reinforcement" but didn't get their desired outcome.

This tells us that something is going wrong along the way. Here are 3 of the most common issues we see:

1. The reward is not valuable enough to produce the behavior. Maybe your dog will stay for 3 seconds for kibble, but you can't get them to stay for 10 seconds. Try a higher value reward!

2. The timing is off! If you want your dog to get in the bath, make sure they get a reward after they've gotten in the bath, not before.

3. The environment is too much. In an extremely exciting, distracting, or scary environment, dogs (and people) have a harder time practicing learned behaviors. If your dog is too scared, excited, or distracted when you're training, try practicing for a longer time in a quieter place before expecting that behavior in that place.

In conclusion, positive reinforcement ALWAYS WORKS- if we're actually doing positive reinforcement. But that doesn’t mean it’s easy for us to do it properly! It’s normal to make mistakes or to need some help. Don't hesitate to reach out for support if you need it!

At Every Dog Austin, we’re on a mission to make dog training and behavior resources accessible to everyone, no matter th...
01/09/2025

At Every Dog Austin, we’re on a mission to make dog training and behavior resources accessible to everyone, no matter their background or circumstances. We believe every dog deserves a chance to thrive, and with your help, we can make that vision a reality.

By becoming a monthly donor, you’re not just supporting our programs — you’re making a lasting impact on the lives of dogs and their families across our community. Plus, if you give $20+ a month, we'll put your pup on the Donor Dog Wall in our training gym! 🐶💖

Join us today: everydogaustin.org/monthly

✨Bonus points if you recognize any pups on the wall✨

The cutest start to the new year!
01/09/2025

The cutest start to the new year!

Thank you to Robin and her mom for joining us in Puppy Kindergarten and sending an update! "My puppy, Robin, and I have ...
01/08/2025

Thank you to Robin and her mom for joining us in Puppy Kindergarten and sending an update!

"My puppy, Robin, and I have loved attending classes here! She’s a high energy dog with a lot of excitement, and I’ve seen so much improvement throughout our time attending classes with Every Dog! She’s always super excited to come into class when she realizes where she is! We look forward to attending her future obedience and agility courses, and eventually even get CGC training with y’all!"

If your dog had a strong reaction to the fireworks, don't panic- there are things you can do to help set them up for suc...
01/04/2025

If your dog had a strong reaction to the fireworks, don't panic- there are things you can do to help set them up for success next time!

Check out our free webinar from the amazing Debbie Martin all about working with dogs who have sound sensitivity.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6je8upgfqk&t=4s

We have mixed feelings about New Year’s resolutions.They can be a great way for us to think about what we care about in ...
01/02/2025

We have mixed feelings about New Year’s resolutions.

They can be a great way for us to think about what we care about in life and set meaningful goals.

But… they can also lead us to set ourselves up for failure with unreasonable expectations or focus on what others are doing (versus what WE actually need).

So this year, we encourage you to make resolutions that support you and your pup without adding guilt or anxiety.

Here are some things we suggest!

⏳ Time is running out! ⏳Make your year-end gift to Every Dog before midnight and support our mission to provide inclusiv...
01/01/2025

⏳ Time is running out! ⏳

Make your year-end gift to Every Dog before midnight and support our mission to provide inclusive, accessible dog training and behavior resources to the Austin community.

Your gift helps provide financial assistance, specialized behavioral support, free training resources, classes for shelter dogs, and more!

Give now: www.everydogaustin.org/donate

Every Dog believes everyone deserves a strong, positive relationship with their dog. And we know sometimes that takes he...
12/30/2024

Every Dog believes everyone deserves a strong, positive relationship with their dog. And we know sometimes that takes help. That's why we're committed to providing professional, ethical dog training and behavior support that's accessible to all.

We're a community hub, dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of dogs and their humans. Spanish-language programming means we reach more dogs and families. Free webinars offer on-demand training for everyone with a dog- wherever they live.

This year, thanks to your incredible support, we were able to provide $60,000 in financial assistance, support 25 families working with veterinary behaviorists, and offer hundreds of free classes for shelter and foster dogs. Your belief in our mission and your continued investment in our work made this impact possible.

We're proud of the impact we've made, but we're not stopping there. In 2025, we're on a mission to provide $100,000 in financial assistance to ensure every dog has access to the training they deserve.

Will you join us? Make a gift by December 31st and help us continue to build a stronger dog community in Austin: www.everydogaustin.org/donate

Meet Ryder! Ryder has been training with Every Dog since she was 3 months old and has grown into the sweetest, confident...
12/27/2024

Meet Ryder! Ryder has been training with Every Dog since she was 3 months old and has grown into the sweetest, confident young lady.

Her mom said, "The Every Dog team helped ease her into training and now she's one of the most confident and friendly dogs! The trainer she was most nervous around in the beginning is now her favorite. I also highly recommend the puppy day school if you have a puppy under 6 months, where they provide training and socialization in a controlled environment. They keep the group sizes small so it really allows them to focus and make sure your dog is getting the best experience. They'll send you cute videos too!"

We always love seeing Ryder in class and watching her grow up. If you're looking for private training, classes, or puppy school, we're here help!

Visit everydogaustin.org to get started today!

Senior dogs (and their humans!) deserve to have fun, exciting training classes built just for them. This class will incl...
12/26/2024

Senior dogs (and their humans!) deserve to have fun, exciting training classes built just for them. This class will include some basic manners skills, tricks, fitness, mobility, and lots and lots of enrichment and fun!

There's no specific age range for Senior Snoots: for some larger breeds they may start at 7/8 or littles might start at 12. It's up to you!

Learn more and sign up at www.everydogaustin.org/classes/senior-snoots

🐾 Got a new puppy and your adult dog is over it? Here are some tips! 🐶✨ Puppies are full of energy and charm—but let’s ...
12/25/2024

🐾 Got a new puppy and your adult dog is over it? Here are some tips! 🐶✨

Puppies are full of energy and charm—but let’s be real, they can push your older dog’s patience. Here are some tips to keep the peace and help both pups thrive:

💡 Be the “Bouncer” for Your Adult Dog
Think of yourself as a security guard:
- If your adult dog gives a polite "no thanks" (like side-eye, moving away, or a small growl), step in to support them.
- Call your puppy away with treats and a happy voice.

💡 **Pro Tips for Intros & Play**
- Introduce new dogs in neutral spaces (like a walk).
- Keep toys and treats out of the mix at first to avoid conflicts.
- Limit play to short sessions with breaks to keep the vibes positive!

🐾 You’ve got this! With a little management and training, your puppy will learn the ropes, and your adult dog will thank you. 🙌✨

Read our blog post for more details and, as always, we're here to help: https://www.everydogaustin.org/post/how-to-help-your-adult-dog-learn-to-like-your-puppy

🎁 Need a last minute gift and don't time to go to the store? No worries! Here are some ideas:🐾 Get an Every Dog gift car...
12/24/2024

🎁 Need a last minute gift and don't time to go to the store? No worries! Here are some ideas:

🐾 Get an Every Dog gift card online! Gift cards can be used towards any private training or group class.

🐾 Sponsor training in someone's honor. Give a gift that also gifts dog training to a family in need.

These gifts are sure to be a hit with any dog lover on your list! Visit everydogaustin.org to purchase.

Does your dog have a New Years resolution? Sign up for a January class to support you and your dog's goals! Check out ou...
12/24/2024

Does your dog have a New Years resolution? Sign up for a January class to support you and your dog's goals!

Check out our upcoming classes including:
🐾 Intro to Nosework: Jan. 6
🐾 Fearful Dogs: Jan. 7
🐾 Senior Snoots: Jan. 8
🐾 Tricks (South): Jan. 8
🐾 Recalls: Jan. 11

Our prices are increasing on Jan.1. Current pricing is in effect until then! Register on our website and don't hesitate to reach out with any questions: https://www.everydogaustin.org/classes

As trainers, we LOVE that people have embraced the use of food in training. Treats make the learning process so easy for...
12/21/2024

As trainers, we LOVE that people have embraced the use of food in training. Treats make the learning process so easy for so many dogs, and are almost always the core of our training methods.

But our clients sometimes run into problems where their dog will ONLY perform a behavior if they have treats or the treat becomes a predictor of scary things and they dog avoids it all together.

If you've run into either of these issues, the problem is not with treats, it's timing!

Check out our blog post to learn more and schedule a private training session if you need help! https://www.everydogaustin.org/post/don-t-bribe-your-dog-why-timing-matters

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Handling is a HUGE part of puppy socialization!
Handling is a HUGE part of puppy socialization!

When you hear about puppy socialization, there’s a big emphasis on meeting other dogs and people. But handling should be a BIG part! 👋👋👋 Practicing handling with your puppy will help a lot in the future- with veterinary care, grooming, and tons more. So what to do? HANDLING = TREATS. So for example, we feed treats while we gently pet an ear. After a few times, maybe we squeeze or move the ear. Then maybe we flip it over to look inside. Every time we touch the ear, a treat magically appears. But remember- we want them to think handling is FUN! So if your puppy pulls away when you try to squeeze their paw. STOP. 🛑 Back up a step, and work on just touching their paw! Once they’re more comfortable, you can work back up to the squeeze.

Puppy Day School Fun
Puppy Day School Fun

Always the best vibes at Puppy Day School! Just goofin and smiling between peanut butter breaks.

Meet Kiera, An Every Dog Puppy Day School Student!
Meet Kiera, An Every Dog Puppy Day School Student!

Meet one of our favorite dog friends, Kiera! We wish everyone could know her. Kiera is one of our amazing Puppy Day School attendees, and she's a great student with a big personality. She's 5 months old, and just discovered lights. Her likes include play tugging and sitting in her favorite places. Her biggest dislike a very specific big red ball. We love working and playing with her 🐾

January Dog Training Classes
January Dog Training Classes

January classes are open for enrollment! Check them out at everydogaustin.org/classes Just a friendly reminder that we offer financial assistance on all of our training services. You can request financial assistance on our website with a simple, easy form!

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