Taylor Made K-9 Solutions, LLC.

27/09/2024

**UPDATE: THEYVE BEEN RETURNED HOME- THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR HELP AND STAY SAFE!!***❤️

These two babies came wandering into my yard today. Seems like they mustve got oit because of the storm/storm damage! If anyone has any info on who they belong to or a general area if you've seen them before that would help me greatly! I brought them to get micro chips scanned and they have none. Any information or sharing would help so much❤️

I hope everyone is safe after the storm!

22/08/2024

The many faces of Jolie during her day training program🤣

Videos coming soon!! She's silly, but has been doing amazing with her obedience she's learned this week🐾🩵

07/08/2024

❗️New Program❗️

Are you working from home dealing with a crazy pup all day? Are the kids going back to school and your dog is losing their playmates for the day? Do you just not have the time or are you struggling with spaced out training? Let me set the foundation for you during our Day Training program!

This program is perfect for the families that are busy and need some help with foundational work that’s easy to build on. Lessons with owners will be held on weekends as the program will run Monday-Friday. Time slots available as shown below, if you have a request for a time outside of what’s shown I will do my best to make it work!

DM for a free consultation, or with any questions, programs are somewhat customizable.

01/08/2024

Checking in with some of our newer pack members🥰 Rocket, Jolie, and Stewie!

They are all doing fantastic with their training🩵

24/07/2024

Stinky dog at home due to summer activities? Is bath time stressful because your dog can't sit still?

Bath time is no rush over here at TMK9! I'll take the time to teach your fur baby how to be calm and cooperative in the bath as well as for nail trims. Grooming shouldn't be a struggle and is very crucial to your dogs health.

If you struggle with this currently, or get bad reviews from groomers, I would love to help! 🩵🫧🛁🐶

23/07/2024

Much more than a training company!

Here to help you with all your dog related needs, please message or call with any questions and feel free to SHARE!😁🩵

813-939-8659
[email protected]

02/07/2024

Fourth of July is around the corner, here are some tips and reminders to get you and your pup through it! 🇺🇸

Don’t forget to exercise your dog early in the day (before the peak heat of the day) and do your final walk an hour or two before the sunset. If you know fireworks will be set off near your home, please make sure your pup is secured and as cushioned from the noise as possible. If you are leaving your dog alone and they tend to be destructive when anxious, put them in a crate or find someone to stay with them for their safety.

Using their dinner as enrichment as you wind down for the night will help put them in a calmer mood and set them up for success. You can find hours of white noise on youtube to drown out the “booms” which should help your pup calm down. Please remember that fireworks are extremely loud to our dogs, they do not benefit from being brought out to fireworks shows. The smoke, shrapnel as well as noise will stress your dog out way more!

As you’re celebrating this weekend please be mindful of dogs in your vicinity when lighting fireworks. If you see a dog that is lost try your best to help them and keep them in your home until the next morning. If your dog doesn’t have a tag with your name and phone number make sure to do so before the festivities start! Be safe and have a great holiday weekend !

12/06/2024

This weeks breed highlight is the Irish Setter! 🐾

Irish Setters were originally bred as bird dogs as they have a strong hunting instinct and keen sense of smell. Modern day, they do extremely well as AKC Rally and Agility dogs. They often have a slender build and are very high energy.

Often times people think this breed is “derpy” since they are slow to mature, but don’t let the puppy energy fool you, these dogs are highly intelligent and catch on quick to routines. If you excuse their behaviors due to them being a puppy, you will often run into issues as they grow into their full size as they are stubborn.

If training is introduced early and taps into their athleticism, these dogs are great companions. Presidents FDR, Nixon, and Reagan all owned Irish Setters!

Overall, they are super fun dogs and are eager to please! Owners should expect to spend a lot of time exercising them mentally and physically!

Have you had the pleasure of meeting an Irish Setter before? Pictured below is Weatherby, I worked with him last year and he solidified my love for the breed🩵

What breed do you want to learn about next?

04/06/2024

It's only getting hotter out which leads to being couped up in the house! It's important to limit exercise outside especially during the peak hours of the day to prevent heat exhaustion, heat stroke, or burnt paws.

Although its safer to stay inside, your dog still needs mental enrichment to tire their brains out! Below are some ways to beat the heat and keep a calm pup.🐶

Walks and potty breaks should be short and mainly on the grass and in shaded areas. Asphalt and concrete soak up the heat throughout the day, so as the day progresses make sure to check the temperature of the ground with the back of your hand before walking your puppy on it!

Stay tuned for more tips for the summer and keeping your beloved family members safe and happy💙🐾☀️

25/05/2024

From Schwarzman Animal Medical Center: Sand Impaction

If you’re planning to take your dog to the beach this summer, it’s important to be aware of sand impaction. This life-threatening emergency occurs when a dog ingests too much sand, usually inadvertently, and it forms an intestinal blockage.
Signs can develop anywhere from a few hours to a few days later and typically include vomiting, loss of appetite, and lethargy. If you see these signs following a trip to the beach, seek veterinary treatment right away.
Treatment will depend on how much sand is impacted and how sick your dog is. Most dogs require hospitalization for intravenous fluids, medications, and X-rays to monitor the sand’s movement.
Surgery should be avoided due to the infection risk that comes with removing millions of grains of dirty sand. Fortunately, most dogs do very well with medical management.
For more about sand impaction, watch our video by clicking the link below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LvE1PRpzHE

24/05/2024

🐾🐕Fridays are now Breed Highlight Days! 🐕🐾

My goal is to teach people about what comes with each breed and encourage more research into what breed would be a good addition to your family.

German Shepherds are my favorite breed, so I’m definitely a little biased on this one. They are amazing dogs, extremely loyal, intelligent, love to learn and honestly just spend time with their owners. Jax’s favorite thing to do is find a new trail to hike so he can take in all the smells!

With that being said, if you’re going to own this breed then you need to have a high energy level. They need both physical and mental stimulation to maintain good boy/girl status. If not, they may get destructive and/ or aggressive. The owner needs to be willing to put a lot of time into training and maintain enrichment throughout their lives, but especially during the beginning. German Shepherds are widely used as Police K-9s and Military Working Dogs where they will give on average 7-8 years of their lives working. Day in and day out these dogs are using their bodies and brains to track people, explosives, drugs, and take down suspects. Your German Shepherd is not tired after one 20 minute session of “fetch”, especially after they rest and catch their breath (they’ll be right back at it if you let them- I promise!)

Since this breed has become more common and widely bred by accidental litters or back yard breeders, the chances of getting a full throttle working line GSD is slim. Possible if you go through the right breeding channels but that’s not ideal for a pet home. Some common issues when it comes to unchecked breeding is Hip Dysplasia. This breed is already very prone to developing this in their later years, but can be prevented if both mom and dad’s hips and elbows are checked prior to breeding. Temperament is also a very common issue I come across, aggression and confidence issues can pass down and without proper training can lead to bigger issues when full grown.

When loved and given the proper environment to fulfill their needs, GSDs are the most loving and playful dogs. Their loyalty runs deep but so does their goofy side, from the funny Chewbacca noises to their prey drive kicking in over a shovel, you will never be bored around a German Shepherd. Often times they are big babies!

The best thing you can do when getting a GSD is tons of research beforehand as well as getting in contact with a trainer early. If you don’t have experience with a high drive breed a trainer should be able to show you the best ways to build your relationship and start training!

23/05/2024

The best way to help build a small business is simply by talking about it!! Now you can get rewarded for doing so🤩

Credits are valid for training, walks, and overnights.

01/05/2024

Did you know May is Military Appreciation Month?

The men and women apart of our military should be appreciated year round, and here at TMK9 we strive to give back to those who have put their lives on the line for us! Year round we offer a 10% discount, but for the month of May we will be increasing it to show some extra appreciation.

Our discounts for Military Personnel and Families until June 1, 2024 are 15% off per lesson, or 25% if you purchase a package. Walks and Out in Public sessions will get 15% off as well!

If you know a Veteran or Military family that would benefit from this, share it with them!

Free consultations and flexible payment plans.
DM or Call me to set up a consultation! 🩵🐾

29/03/2024

Let's talk about dogs and kids !

Introducing your dog and baby tend to be a very high stress situation for parents. At the end of the day, you're introducing an animal to a vulnerable baby, you should be cautious!

Making sure your dog is set up for success is a big part of it, kids are often viewed as littermates by dogs. Can't blame them, we do crawl on all fours before we walk! Teaching restraint and patience goes a long way during the introductory stages. Your dogs confidence in both themselves and you is crucial, many dogs that lack confidence may be scared of the tiny human and make bad decisions because of it!

As your child grows up, its important to teach them boundaries, as well as places and situations where they don't mess with the dog. I often use the place command as an indicator of a break. Kids know not to bother Jax while he is on his bed, and Jax know's he has a place he can go to for a break.

Jax wasn't raised around any kids, but I took him to parks and events where children were at to let him observe. All of our practice paid off, he visited a 3rd grade class last year and did phenomenal! When theres a kid around he wants to be right next to them, especially if its his Harper!

If your pup isn't too sure of kids, you're expecting, or you just want a well rounded dog that you aren't concerned about around children, give me a call! I would love to help you bring your family closer together, all lessons are done together!🩵

Free Consultations call/text 813-939-8659

11/03/2024

Biothane Leashes, Collars, and Tugs now available!

✅waterproof
✅odorless
✅easy to clean (just wipe with a wet rag!)
✅durable

If you're looking to switch up your dog's collar, look no further!
Text 813-939-8659 or message me on social media with your order, shipping available.

**Price menu below**

09/03/2024

Welcome to the pack Rufus!

This cutie joined us to learn how to walk better on leash and get some better control over his excitement. Everyone made great progess during his first lesson, he's very eager to please!

I mean just look at his sweet lil face 🥹

29/02/2024

Does your pup have pent up energy from you being at work all day?
Feel bad for leaving them inside alone?

TMK9 is now offering walks to give your pup a mid day break!

✅ 30 minute - 1hr options
✅ All walks include a text with a picture and write up on how the visit went
✅Refreshing water and food as directed
✅Structured walks, will work on behaving on leash and walking nicely
✅Great for keeping up with training
✅Servicing: Dover, Seffner, Valrico, Plant City, Keysville
✅ Free Meet&Greet available
✅ 5 Star rating on Rover
Use code for $20 credit !
TAYLOW87916, https://www.rover.com/sit/taylow87916

**Walks range from $25-$50 depending on length of time chosen
**Bundles available through TMK9 for up to 20% off!

Call or Text 813-939-TMK9 (8659) to schedule or book through Rover🐕🩵

29/02/2024

Now booking for March/April!!

Hey Pack Members!!

It's been a minute since I connected with you all, my apologies for going M.I.A! We recently relocated from Brandon to Dover. TMK9 will still service Brandon/ Riverview/ Tampa areas, just on a modified schedule I will be rolling out soon!

I am happy to announce we're back and operating Mon-Sat 8am-6pm.

I have lowered the prices on my day training programs. These programs are only available to people in a 10 mile radius of Dover as of right now. If I see a peaked interest in a certain area I would love to open it up! If you don't have much time for training and want the same results without having to leave your baby for weeks, here is your answer!

If you are interested in more details, please message or call me! Free consultations and payment plans are always available. 🩵🐾