K-9 Companion Specialist BTHF

02/27/2024

‼️Get ready!! ✨A Brand New✨ Cookie line is coming to BarksTail HairForce! We are so excited and can’t wait to show you all the new cookies for dogs and cats: Birthday, Seasonal, and lots of cute everyday cookies! Sold individually, mix and match a bag, or fill a party box! See you soon!🐾

09/21/2023

YES!!!

“ITS OK HE’S FRIENDLY”

When an owner shouts “it’s ok he’s friendly” as their dog is advancing at break neck sp*ed towards your, under control on lead dog, what he’s actually saying is “my dog is totally out of my control and has absolutely no recall because I’m too lazy to train him”.

The “it’s ok he’s friendly” dog owner believes it’s his right to have his friendly dog off lead harassing others no matter where he is and we can safely assume therefore he has no manners himself either!

The “it’s ok he’s friendly” dog owner has no idea about dogs and is too lazy to learn. He doesn’t therefore understand that your dog may be recovering from an operation, may be nervous or anxious, or that you may actually be training your dog! He doesn’t really even care!

The “it’s ok he’s friendly” dog owner is generally looking for your dog or another person’s dog to entertain or wear his dog out so that he doesn’t have to do it himself!

The “it’s ok he’s friendly” dog owner often thinks that you, the owner who is being responsible and keeping their dog on a lead and under control, is actually the problem and that you shouldn’t be walking where his “friendly dog” with no training or recall has the right to run free!

The reality is that the “it’s ok he’s friendly” dog owner is a selfish and ignorant dog owner!

Don’t be an “it’s ok he’s friendly” dog owner.

Take responsibility & Train your dog and be aware of etiquette and other’s needs and rights too.

09/21/2023

Worth the read!

“ITS OK HE’S FRIENDLY”

When an owner shouts “it’s ok he’s friendly” as their dog is advancing at break neck sp*ed towards your, under control on lead dog, what he’s actually saying is “my dog is totally out of my control and has absolutely no recall because I’m too lazy to train him”.

The “it’s ok he’s friendly” dog owner believes it’s his right to have his friendly dog off lead harassing others no matter where he is and we can safely assume therefore he has no manners himself either!

The “it’s ok he’s friendly” dog owner has no idea about dogs and is too lazy to learn. He doesn’t therefore understand that your dog may be recovering from an operation, may be nervous or anxious, or that you may actually be training your dog! He doesn’t really even care!

The “it’s ok he’s friendly” dog owner is generally looking for your dog or another person’s dog to entertain or wear his dog out so that he doesn’t have to do it himself!

The “it’s ok he’s friendly” dog owner often thinks that you, the owner who is being responsible and keeping their dog on a lead and under control, is actually the problem and that you shouldn’t be walking where his “friendly dog” with no training or recall has the right to run free!

The reality is that the “it’s ok he’s friendly” dog owner is a selfish and ignorant dog owner!

Don’t be an “it’s ok he’s friendly” dog owner.

Take responsibility & Train your dog and be aware of etiquette and other’s needs and rights too.

08/15/2023

CLASS DATES:
Intermediate 8-26
Basic Beginner 9-30

Call BTHF at 318 754-8400 for info and to enroll

03/03/2023

MUZZLE TRAINING! Something overlooked way too much. If your dog gets injured he will often need to be muzzled. Don’t wait to put on a muzzle while he’s already afraid. Condition him to the fact it is NOT a bad thing.

06/21/2022

BASIC OBEDIENCE group class scheduledBarksTail HairForce for the following date:

September 10-October 1, 10-11 am!

This is a five week course held every Saturday morning. Dogs 12 weeks of age & up welcome. No people aggressive or dog aggressive dogs allowed. The first week is orientation only, no dog. We will hand out registry packets, review dog psychology, proper equipment, safety, and discuss class content. Fee is $175.00 cash or check payable to Wanda Groves. (No debit cards please). Message me here or call Barkstail Hairforce to be enrolled.

04/06/2020

Everyone stay well and take this time to do some fun things with your dogs! This is Jager and I playing at my kennel. 🐾🐾

01/02/2020

New group basic obedience class starting Saturday 2-1-20! Call BTHF to enroll.

12/19/2019

06/30/2019

CONGRATULATIONS to graduating class on 6-29-19! I enjoyed so much meeting each and every one of you!

06/23/2019

6-22-19. We had SO much fun in class. Today we learned stand, and the finish which completed our obedience exercises.

However, this class is SO much more than basic! We learned to wait before a door/gate is opened, the “touch it,” then proofed our “leave it,” proofed sits with a rolling ball, and meet and greet exercise! Please keep practicing everything we have learned and I look forward to graduation next Saturday!

Three students are not in the first picture. One was absent and the other two were behind me. They are in later shots though ☺️

06/21/2019

Jagers second time on the new scent boxes. He gives a passive alert perfectly. Nosework is SO much fun! (Excuse the mess it was storming so we worked where we could)

06/21/2019

Please help keep them cool in this heat!

06/15/2019

6-15-19 Obedience class. Every now and then during class I capture something that makes me laugh so hard! Here is a 18 second clip of a 13 week old puppy learning the down, yet trying all her tricks along the way...even talking back. 🤣🤣 I LOVE THIS JOB!!

06/15/2019

6-15-19 Obedience class #2 for dogs! I can tell everyone practiced hard and it shows! I’m so proud of you all. Keep up the good work.

See you next week so practice all we learned, and work really hard on the “recall.”

06/14/2019

ANNOUNCEMENT:
Obedience students of 6-15-19. Please bring soft small treats or IF your dog is not treat oriented bring his favorite toy! See you tomorrow!

06/08/2019

6-8-19 Basic group obedience class first session with dogs. I’m so very proud of everyone. Practice hard and I will see you in class next week for more fun!

Enjoy the random photos!

05/30/2019

Our Basic Obedience class of June 1 is fast approaching. Please register if you have not and wanted in this group class. Saturday is orientation only (no dog) from 11:30-12:30. We will fill out the registration form and hand out the packet folder, review safety, dog psychology, proper equipment, collect vaccination record and the fee of $175.00. (Cash or check made to Wanda Groves please).

Training will be indoors in a climate controlled room and comfortably cool! Come have fun with us. Call Barkstail Hairforce at (318) 754-8400 to confirm or register and I will see you Saturday at 11:30! 🐾☺️

05/24/2019

Housebreaking Hints:
If a puppy is six weeks old it can NOT hold its bladder very long at all. It can and will need to go p*e sometimes every 15 minutes! IT TAKES COMMITMENT, VIGILANCE, TONS OF PATIENCE, DEDICATION AND TIME TO HOUSEBREAK A PUPPY. I’m going to list some things that may be helpful to help you survive the first few weeks:

1. Kennel train your puppy! I can NOT express how important this is. It keeps them safe while out of sight and provides a “den” or place they can go to when they don’t want to be bothered. Teach children to leave them alone when they are in their kennel. (I can provide helpful kennel training tips in a consult)

2. Provide fresh water as often as needed throughout the day. But, IF you have one that’s grabbing a sip or two every time they pass the water dish, then removing it and offering water once an hour will be helpful. At night remove water after 8 pm and take puppy out around 10:00 pm. Kennel your puppy at night beside your bed. Set your clock if you don’t think you will hear when your baby gets restless and needs to go out. Take puppy out every two hours at night then right back into kennel so he doesn’t learn to want to play during night. (He hasn’t been on a time clock with mom and littermates there was always someone awake to play 😉).

3. Puppies ALWAYS need to go out immediately after each meal and when they first wake up. Also, the minute you open the kennel door PICK THEM UP and take out or they will squat and go before the first few steps.
Do not come in until they use the bathroom.

4. When they wake from a nap - immediately outside.
When they get excited and playing - immediately outside.
After a meal or big drink - immediately outside.

5. Take them to the same place outdoors to potty each time.

6. Even if they JUST WENT they WILL need to go again within 15-30 minutes so beat them to it by offering and taking them out.

7. NEVER SCOLD YOUR PUPPY for an accident. If caught in the act grab them up quickly and go out.

8. Tethering your puppy to your beltloop is priceless for this training. It takes commitment and can be a little bit of a pain, BUT it keeps you from finding puddles you didn’t see and helps you keep up with the puppy. You can see when he starts exhibiting resltless sniffing smelling or looks like he’s fixing to go and you can whisk him away outdoors.

As they grow they are able to hold their “business” longer and longer. It won’t last forever, trust me.

I hope this is a help to you. For more information stay tuned for upcoming dates of Puppy 101 helpful hint consultation dates and locations.

05/19/2019

Obedience class starting June 1, so sign up now and don’t miss out on our fun!

05/08/2019

We have a Date!!!

Open enrollment for Basic Obedience group starting every Saturday, June 1-29 from 11:30-12:30. Please message me here or contact BTHF at (318)754-8400.

Puppies must be 12 weeks of age and have completed their puppy shots. No dog aggressive or people aggressive dogs please, we all want to have fun and enjoy what we learn 😉🐾.

The first week is orientation only (no dog for this class). We will hand out registration packet, review dog psychology, safety, proper equipment, collect vaccination records and class fee. ($175.00 cash please, or check payable to Wanda Groves).

🐾🐾Come join us and let us help you make your dog a well adjusted, mannerly family companion. 🐾🐾

Services & Certifications:

Puppy training 12 weeks and under.

Basic Obedience group and private classes

Intermediate Obedience

Advanced Obedience

Rally Obedience all levels. This is an excellent follow up to basic obedience as it is TONS OF FUN. However, you CAN join this class even if your dog has not had obedience lessons.

Certifications:
34 years training obedience-all levels, tracking, drug detection, personal protection, building search, group and private. Breeding/importing German Shepherds and board/train.

NAPPD (North American Personal Protection Dog Association)
Certified AKC evaluator/judge for:
S.T.A.R. Puppy
CGC
CGCU
CGCA
TKN
FARM DOG

Feel free to contact me for upcoming class information!

Welcome to the June class:

Brittney Lynn
Julia & Rajah

12/26/2018

Received this sweet picture of a previous student, Ms. Ava, now eight months old! Isn’t she BEAUTIFUL!!

11/05/2018

We have loads of FUN in our classes and enjoy giving our students the opportunity to learn at the same time!

09/30/2018

It’s finally Fall everyone so get outside and spend some time with your dogs!

08/04/2018

CONGRATULATIONS to our basic obedience class on August 3, 2018. Sadly, Maggie couldn’t be here for graduation today so she isn’t in the picture but we missed you Maggie.

07/25/2018

Memo for class of July 28. Please try to solidify your sit stay, and work on the recall teaching the dog to sit facing you please. Don’t forget the down and down stay. In between remember to play with the “focus” and “leave it” exercises. These classes build on each other week to week, and each week we have a little more to practice. Short, upbeat happy sessions are best!
We will learn stand, stand stay, and door manners this upcoming class. I can’t enforce enough how important the stay needs to be in order to move forward. Great job so far so let’s not slack up now ....you’ve got this! See you all Saturday!

07/22/2018

7-21-18. Very first recall! Good job everybody!

07/22/2018

7-21-18 Obedience class session #3 (second with dogs). Today we learned down, down-stay, recall, focus work and “leave it.” I could tell everyone really worked hard and it showed!

07/16/2018

🐾🐾For class of 7/21/18🐾🐾

Please practice hard on the “Stay” this week. You should be able to back away the entire leash length without the dog getting up by class this Saturday.

The new lesson will be learning Down, and Down Stay. We will review heeling, sit, auto sit, sit-stay, and execute proofing exercises.

If you have any questions feel free to call or message me. See you SATURDAY! 🐾🐾🐾

07/15/2018

When you are remembering that special dog you trained in protection years ago that owned your heart....Widowmaker’s Equalizer, aka “JAKE.” This boy lived to be twelve and I still miss him every.single.day.

He was a one in a million dogs. Protection trained, drug trained, building search, nothing rattled him he would go for the hand with the weapon be it gun or bat. He was even in the movies by the same producer that made “Where The Red Fern Grows.” The movie was titled “Devil Dog.” Lol..he was far from that to me, but I could see where others might would have agreed with that title. (This picture was taken on our training field)