Polite Canine Dog Training

08/26/2023

Happy National Dog Day to all of my doggie friends and fabulous clients! Here’s one of the very best - Murray!! ❤️❤️

07/20/2023

Just a dog. 🥰

From time to time people tell me “chill out, it’s just a dog” or “it’s a lot of money just for a dog.” They don't understand the distance traveled, the time invested or the costs incurred by "just a dog". Some of my proudest moments have occurred with “just a dog.”
Many hours have passed being my only company "just a dog", but not for one moment did I feel despised. Some of my saddest moments have been because of “just a dog,” and on those gray days, the gentle touch of “just a Dog” gave me comfort and the reason to get through the day.

If you also think “it’s just a dog”, then you’ll probably understand phrases like “just a friend”, “just a sunrise” or “just a promise.” “Just a dog” brings into my life the very essence of friendship, trust and pure unbridled joy. “Just a dog” brings out the compassion and patience that make me a better person.

For "just a dog" I will get up early, take long walks and look forward to the future. So for me and people like me, it’s not “just a dog,” but an embodiment of all the hopes and dreams of the future, the memories of the past, and the absolute joy of the moment. “Just a dog” brings out the good in me and takes my thoughts away from myself and daily worries.

I hope one day they can understand that it’s not “just a dog”, but the one that gives me humanity and keeps me from being “just a human.” So the next time you hear the phrase “just a dog”, just smile because they “just don’t get it”.

“Just A Dog” by Richard A. Animals.
Watercolor: Marter bedroom. (Main Camera) (1965) Andrew Wyeth.

06/20/2023

Had a fabulous time at last Thursday’s BAYarts Market! Met so many great pet owners and sweet doggies! PCDT will be back this week on Thursday, 4-7PM! Would love to have a conversation!

06/15/2023

If anyone lives on the west side of Cleveland, make plans to visit Polite Canine Dog Training at the BAYarts Markets every Thursday 4:00-7:00 through September! It’s located in Huntington Reservation in front of Chatty’s. We’ll have a booth there, and you my even see a cute pup or two! Weather will be perfect for today’s first event!

06/04/2023

03/29/2023

I need help with a rescue dog that I have been helping. He has been in a foster home, but needs immediate placement into another short-term foster home by tomorrow. Needs to be a house with no other animals or children. A fenced-in yard would be great, but not necessary. I have gotten to know this pup, named Chance, and he’s a sweetheart. Looking for 1-2 weeks temporary foster until we can find a more long-term foster or adopter. This is an emergency situation that just came up this evening. If you are able to help, or know of someone who can, please reach out to me directly via DM. I can transport.

03/20/2023

Polite Canine Dog Training and Pet Sitting Launches
a NEW WEBSITE!
www.PoliteCanineDogTraining.com

ALL POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT, FEAR- AND FORCE-FREE HELP!

Polite Canine Dog Training will work with you to have a well-mannered dog who will listen to you in all environments without stress!

A Polite Canine is completely possible with just one phone call!

Any Dog. Any Age. Any Breed. Polite Canine Dog Training CAN help you have a stress-free and happy relationship with your dog through a CUSTOMIZED training program, built just for YOU!

By clicking on this new, extensive pet care website, you will be taken to sections including:

- Dog Training Programs
- Pet Sitting and Dog Walking information
- PCDT Services
- About PCDT (and owner Janie Vogel)
- Success Stories and Testimonials from satisfied Dog Training, Pet-Sitting and Dog Walking Clients
- Extensive FAQ section
- Resources – For PCDT Clients only

How can Polite Canine Dog Training and Dog Sitting help YOU?

Contact PCDT at:
[email protected]
www.PoliteCanineDogTraining.com


SITE CREATED BY:
Evermore Creative – Owner, Ashley Rainey
Expert Brand and Website Designer
www.evermorecreativeltd.com

“Ashley Rainey, of Evermore Creative, and I have been friends for a while, as I have trained her adorable Goldendoodle, Parker,” said Janie. “I picked the very best partner for this project, and I am forever grateful to Ashley for her kindness, compassion and especially patience as I learn a new platform, as well putting up with my many changes. Ashley created the exact website that I envisioned for so long.”

EVERMORE CREATIVE
Strategic brand and website design for motivated entrepreneurs. Specializing in Branding and Web Design, Evermore Creative was founded in 2019 to support creative entrepreneurs on their journey to success. Bringing the essence of brands to life and giving wildly passionate and creative entrepreneurs a visual identity that delivers results.

Please take a moment to click on the new Polite Canine Dog Training and Pet Sitting website at www.PoliteCanineDogTraining.com and let us know how we can help you and your furry friends!


Janie Vogel
Owner, Polite Canine Dog Training and Pet Sitting
(440) 915-7627
[email protected]
www.politecaninedogtraining.com

ALL POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT, FEAR- AND FORCE-FREE HELP!Polite Canine Dog Trainingwill work with you to have a well-mannered dog who will listen to you in all environments without stress. A Polite Canine is completely possible with just one phone call! CALL (440) 915-7627 ALL POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT, F...

03/11/2023

Brilliant post debunking the myth of pet dogs being the “alpha in the pack.”

03/03/2023

BUDDY’S STORY

This is Janie, and I am a dog trainer here to tell you about a real-life, recent dog-saving mission.

I was recently approached by a rescue to help with an “aggressive” dog.

The dog was pulled from a kill shelter and was rescued by this amazing person/organization, which takes dogs and immediately fosters them out. This pup was not even safe enough to be fostered. He needed help.

As a professional trainer, this is not always something that I am qualified to handle (severe aggression) but I will try and at least assess the dog and see what can be done to help this (most likely) fearful pup.

Our first meeting did not go well in the rescue’s location, and all involved couldn’t understand why this sweet dog didn’t like me. We finally figured out it might have been that I was wearing a baseball hat (some dogs don’t like hats) = my fault. Might have been other factors, but it didn’t go well, and I felt puzzled and sad. I was determined to give this dog another chance, if it was safe.

We agreed to meet in a neutral location this past Tuesday, at a local park, with a whole new approach.

I laid out a VERY specific plan with the rescue as to how we were to see each other at a distance, get closer, see each other within 20 feet, play with his favorite toys at a distance, treat, get closer, treat and play, get closer, treat and play, move away, treat and play, walk away, let him approach me, treat and play, and repeat (lots more involved).

Finally, after patience and time and love and play and letting him know that I was SAFE…he came to me to initiate play. He trusted me at that moment.

This dog that was close to being euthanized a few days before, was snuggling my leg and asking for treatos from me. Just like a sweet dog should do.

I took time to figure out a plan to make sure this dog could succeed and not feel fear, and he responded predictably – he gave me love. I took time to build a relationship that involves trust.

Most importantly, I allowed him time to get to know me and to feel safe.

We moved to a location closer to the rescue where the pup was reactive to some lion statues in front of a house.

Because he now trusted me, and I trusted him, we were able to conquer his fears about walking in front of these statues.

With a modified plan, we successfully walked by them numerous times with the dog happily at my side, looking toward me for treats and safety.

This all happened within an hour.

Please take time to get to know a fearful dog, and meet them where they are at that moment. Don’t rush.

They only want to feel safe.

With more work on the basics (now that he is not fearful of me), we can get him to a point where he’ll be able to be fostered, and eventually adopted.

One hour of patience with this “aggressive” dog (who was on a kill list) to allow him to feel safe just saved his life.

02/21/2023

Hey everyone!

Just a reminder that this really educational Dog and Cat Nutrition Seminar is THIS THURSDAY, and we hope to see you there! The Seminar starts at 6:30pm at Panera Bread in Rocky River (Ohio). Come a bit early and grab a delicious bite to eat or a coffee!

It would be great if you could text or e-mail Janie to let me know if you plan to attend, so I can plan for the space!

Janie Vogel, Polite Canine Dog Training and Pet Sitting, (440) 915-7627, [email protected]

POLITE CANINE DOG TRAINING AND PET SITTING
Presents...

WHAT TO FEED YOUR PET AND WHY IT MATTERS
Dog and Cat Nutrition Seminar

Thursday, February 23, 2023 – 6:30-7:30PM

DO YOU EVER WONDER ABOUT THE QUALITY OF YOUR PET FOOD?
Cat or Dog? Puppy? Senior? Raw? Kibble? Special needs? Treats?

Please join us as Polite Canine Dog Training and Pet Sitting hosts a Dog and Cat Nutrition Seminar on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at Panera Bread in Rocky River, from 6:30-7:30 PM. Pet Nutritionist Susan Coleman of Canine Concierge, will talk about how and what to feed your precious pet family members.

WHAT ATTENDEES WILL LEARN
· How to become more aware of what you are currently feeding your pet;
· How to make smart choices when selecting the most nutritious food for your pet;
· Which ingredients are hazardous to your pet;
· Suggestions as to what food or treat ingredients may be better to feed your pet!

ABOUT SUSAN COLEMAN:
After spending over 4 years as a dog trainer and pet nutritionist at a national pet retail store, Susan had heard countless stories from customers of pets with symptoms such as dry, itchy skin, loose stools, vomiting and tumors, to name a few. Even her own dog and cats were experiencing similar issues. This prompted Susan to delve into the root causes of these issues.

Her discovery: FOOD MATTERS!

HOSTED BY:
Janie Vogel
Polite Canine Dog Training and Pet Sitting

PRESENTED BY:
Susan Coleman
Canine Concierge

WHEN:
Thursday, February 23, 2023
6:30 – 7:30 PM

WHERE:
Panera Bread
19705 Center Ridge Road
Rocky River, OH 44116

COST:
$25.00/single - $40.00/couple

REGISTRATION:
· Via Venmo: -Vogel-1 to reserve your spot or walk-up on site (only Cash or Venmo accepted for walk-ups). If Venmo, please put “seminar” in the notes;
· Seating is LIMITED at this venue. If you walk up and there are no more spots available, you can not take part in the Seminar. You can Register without paying, and will be put on a waiting list, to be notified the day before the Seminar if there are any spots still available;
· This is a popular Seminar, and it is highly recommended that you reserve your spot in advance of the event date!
· Please contact PCDT if you need other accommodations or have any questions at: [email protected]

RSVP:
To Janie Vogel, Polite Canine Dog Training and Pet Sitting, (440) 915-7627 (call or text), or [email protected].

Please include your full name(s), cell phone number and e-mail address, and how many people you expect to attend. Please mention “Seminar” in your communications.

PLEASE JOIN US FOR THIS INFORMATIVE SEMINAR ABOUT HOW TO DIRECTLY AFFECT THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF YOUR PETS VIA THE FOOD YOU FEED THEM!!!

02/11/2023

Northeast Ohio dog and cat parents!


POLITE CANINE DOG TRAINING
AND PET SITTING
Presents…

WHAT TO FEED YOUR PET AND WHY IT MATTERS

Dog and Cat Nutrition Seminar
Thursday, February 23, 2023 – 6:30-7:30 PM
(Live, in-person presentation in Rocky River, OH)

DO YOU EVER WONDER ABOUT THE QUALITY OF YOUR PET’S FOOD?
Cat or Dog? Puppy? Senior? Raw? Kibble? Special needs? Treats?

Please join us as Polite Canine Dog Training and Pet Sitting hosts a Dog and Cat Nutrition Seminar on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at Panera Bread in Rocky River, from 6:30-7:30 PM.

Pet Nutritionist Susan Coleman of Canine Concierge, will talk about how and what to feed your precious pet family members.

WHAT ATTENDEES WILL LEARN
· How to become more aware of what you are currently feeding your pet;
· How to make smart choices when selecting the most nutritious food for your pet;
· Which ingredients are hazardous to your pet;
· Suggestions as to what food or treat ingredients may be better to feed your pet.

ABOUT SUSAN COLEMAN:
After spending over 4 years as a dog trainer and pet nutritionist at a national pet retail store, Susan had heard countless stories from customers of pets with symptoms such as dry, itchy skin, loose stools, vomiting and tumors, to name a few. Even her own dog and cats were experiencing similar issues. This prompted Susan to delve into the root causes of these issues.

Her discovery: FOOD MATTERS!

HOSTED BY:
Janie Vogel
Polite Canine Dog Training
and Pet Sitting

PRESENTED BY:
Susan Coleman
Canine Concierge

WHEN:
Thursday, February 23, 2023
6:30 – 7:30 PM

WHERE:
Panera Bread
19705 Center Ridge Road
Rocky River, OH 44116

COST:
$25.00/single - $40.00/couple

REGISTRATION:
· Via Cash, Venmo or Square (credit/debit) to reserve your spot, or walk up on site (only Cash or Venmo accepted for walk-ups). Please DM for Venmo ID to forward payment, or for Square payments;
· Seating is LIMITED at this venue. If you walk up and there are no more spots available, you can not take part in the Seminar. You can Register without paying, and will be put on a waiting list, to be notified the day before the Seminar if there are any available spots;
· This is a popular Seminar, and it is highly recommended that you reserve your spot in advance of the event date!
· Please contact PCDT if you need other accommodations or have any questions at: [email protected]

RSVP:
To Janie Vogel, Polite Canine Dog Training and Pet Sitting, (440) 915-7627 (call or text), or [email protected].

Please include your full name(s), cell phone number and e-mail address, and how many people you expect to attend. Please mention “Seminar” in your communication.


PLEASE JOIN US FOR THIS INFORMATIVE SEMINAR ABOUT HOW TO DIRECTLY AFFECT YOUR PET’S HEALTH AND WELL-BEING VIA THE FOOD YOU FEED THEM!

02/08/2023

Announcement coming in the next few days...stay tuned! Great educational opportunity for anyone in Northeast Ohio!

01/27/2023

This is a reminder that all dog owners in Cuyahoga County, Ohio are required to purchase a 2023 dog license for their pets no later than January 31, 2023. Visit https://www.cuyahogadogs.com/en-US/Dog-License-Portal.aspx or local Discount Drug Mart and Pet Supplies Plus locations to buy yours today and avoid a penalty fee!

Dog License

01/07/2023

STAY TUNED... A LOT is happening at Polite Canine Dog Training and Pet Sitting for 2023!!!

Brand new Website!

New Programs to help you and your dogs!

Seminars!

Group Classes!

Pack Walks!

Community Events!

An all-new Social Media Presence!!

And MORE!

Check back SOON for updates!

01/04/2023

This is exactly how and what I train. I teach humans how to effectively communicate with their dogs. If the humans don’t put the work in daily, they will fail to communicate with their dogs so that they understand. At that point, both dogs and humans will be frustrated because neither will reach their goals. Dogs want to please you - but they need to be communicated with, and understand what you want them TO DO instead of being punished for doing what comes naturally for canines (biting, barking, jumping, digging, etc.), which may be unwanted behaviors for their guardians.