Mills Holistic Dog Training

10/19/2024

Play Date with several goldens in Auburn today! 🥰

10/19/2024

06/17/2024

As we bring the pup in, it’s important that we have a good set up so introductions can go really well.

06/17/2024

We’re Back!!! With a new little assistant which is more like a little liability… but join us as we start our training journey in Birmingham!! We are starting off with a dog we plan to foster to adopt.

06/06/2024

Hey yall! We are settled and are officially opening back up at the beginning of July in our new location in Birmingham!!

We can still support the wiregrass area on weekends we are back in town.
The last weekend of June, we will be in town for the weekend! So if anyone needs a tune up or support reach out!

07/26/2023

Our July Workshop was a success! We met so many different dogs and people! I have decided that when I come down to visit family in Dothan I will host another workshop. I will probably aim for once a month! I will post it here when I get a date and will also email it to all on my email list!!

Again it will only be a workshop and will only do privates when I come down if someone feels they have an emergency. If that is the case you will need to email/text/message me so it comes to my attention.

Today was so fun! I really miss training and I want to thank you all for trusting me with your pets and knowledge!

07/06/2023

Hi All, Since I will be in town for a few days in July, I have decided to offer a 1 day 2 hour workshop. I can offer one off workshops like this one when I come down to Dothan on occasion. When that happens I will send a newsletter email much like this one.
I can not offer private training as I have moved to the Birmingham area. I have halted all training as my life and focus has taken a turn to be with my kid.

Workshop will be held at Westgate. (The small loop behind the kids play area at kiwanis park. There is an opening that leads you to the tennis courts. We will meet at that large opening field area)

This workshop is for outside issues such as reactivity to people, dogs, over excitement, leash skills, anxious dogs, commands, Service dog training, etc

Workshop Date:

Wednesday July 26th 4-6pm

This workshop will not focus on indoor issues such as potty training, puppy issues such as crate training, mouthiness, barking out the windows, and other unwanted indoor behaviors.

Price for this workshop is $225. You will learn how to manage your dog when they are overstimulated, how to walk on a leash, how to keep your dog engaged with you and become a master at reading your dog's body language so you can best know how to respond.

Payment: I accept cash, check made out to Aaron Mills, and venmo. I can take card payments however there will be a 3.6% processing fee added to the total. Minimum of 8 participants.

05/19/2023

Hey everyone, I’m still on a training sabbatical. Things with life are just too complicated to start back.

We have had a lot of losses as of late and it has been hard to hold. Many of you have met Liam as he was my training partner. He accompanied me to many appointments and helped rehabilitate hundreds of dogs over the last 6+ years. Due to cancer we lost liam within a week of finding out about his diagnosis. A very close friend (amazing trainer that trained me) recently had to put her training and service dog down as well. These dogs were more than just family.. they both were rehabilitated dogs themselves who were super reactive to other dogs. They worked hard and made our lives better.

Prince is the last dog we have and I feel like we are starting all over as prince has picked up some reactivity to both dogs and people. Since moving to Alabama Liam was my primary work dog so prince didn’t get much training and now that I’ve stepped away definitely hasn’t gotten much practice.

I just wanted to share here about our pups as you all have been my dog community and some of you know how sweet and spunky Liam was. He will be missed.

01/21/2023

As many of you know I have been working with Uptown Paws in Dothan on training and educating their staff on dog body language! With this said, I recommend this place for any of my clients for your boarding and/or daycare needs.

The facility is beautiful and the knowledge that these individuals have inquired while I’ve worked with them is going to be instrumental to the care they provide your dog.. it is not a free-for-all. They watch every interaction the dogs have and have learned to “police” everyone and keep everyone safe!

Is your dog a bit shy and need someone to step in when feeling scared by another dog? Is your dog a little too rough when playing and could benefit from listening to the other dogs in the social group? Do you want your dogs manners to stay intact even while at daycare? Do you struggle with training your pup and could benefit from your dog learning how to walk on leash, how to wait and how to come when called?

Uptown Paws is the place for you. This place truly cares about your dogs and wants to provide the very best for them…

https://www.facebook.com/UptownPawsDothan?mibextid=LQQJ4d

01/10/2023

Hi all, I had an individual reach out to me, informing me that they need to rehome their dog due to personal reasons. He is a two-year-old Siberian husky named cash. The individual shared that he is mild mannered and super sweet once he gets to know you and there may need to be some time to warm up. I have not met this dog, so I don’t know anything about them. I am just giving a platform to share the word. If you’re interested in knowing more contact DeAndre. 260-449-1394

01/09/2023

A little entertainment for your viewing pleasure ☺️☺️ Holland is a fan of Prince doing tricks!

01/05/2023

Enjoyed our family vacation to Charleston SC to see family. What a nice way to start the new year.

12/02/2022

I got to see little Roxy this week!!! She is so sweet and gave me the sweetest happiest greeting when she saw me! This is what makes this job so worth it!!

11/29/2022

November has been fun! Now just a few more weeks of training before my sabbatical 😆..

11/28/2022

Hi everyone, for the month of December I am training uptown paws staff around dog behavior and body language. If you want an hour of free walking training for your dog, let me know and you can bring them up there between 9:30-10:30am Mondays and 8:30-9:30am on Thursdays. There may be afternoon times as well like 1-2 or 2:30-3:30, but just message me if you are interested!

11/02/2022

Hi Everyone!! I wanted to inform everyone that I will be backing away from training in the upcoming months. This was a difficult decision to make as I LOVE training all of your babies and helping you all learn body language of dogs.

I will still help where I can and will continue to see existing clients until they fade out. However I won’t be able to see the volume I currently see. It will only be select weekends and 4 appointments a month.

I am unable to continue to do the 20 hour work week while also being a stay at home mom. I do not have childcare or family support to help out. So having my husband come home from work and go back out when I finish my client makes his day longer and is almost impossible if I have 4 hours of work excluding commuting time.

With all of this said I will keep you posted if circumstances change and I am able to take on more. Thank you all for the support and the love!

10/24/2022

When you look around the corner and you get this… “we’re not doing anything.. 👀 “ 🤨🤨

10/14/2022

I’ve had some awesome clients as of late.. Sorry I haven’t been updating my page. It’s been a busy few weeks/ months. Meet Shelby great Dane doodle; tater tot the cutest thing ever and Vlad the big Dobey… I’ve seen other pups however I didn’t get photos of them unfortunately.. we’ve worked on puppy manners, walking and fear of people.. yesterday I saw two Aussie shepherds who had a little reactivity on base in fort Rucker. I have enjoyed working with all of you and am excited for the clients ahead.