Good Poppi Dog Training Academy

07/18/2024

How could we have missed Pet Remembrance Day this month?!

Losing a pet is never easy. They are a member of the family. Poppi was a great dog and the inspiration for Good Poppi Dog Training Academy. She will forever be missed!

06/04/2024

05/06/2024

Good morning everyone!

I am running a special for the month of May: You get a FREE Consultation as well as a $50 credit towards training sessions when you sign up and schedule 3 training sessions. This deal is included for virtual training as well. Send a DM or email at [email protected] if you are interested!

04/25/2024

The Good Poppi YouTube channel has officially been created!

The Good Poppi YouTube channel will dive into the exciting yet confusing world of dog training. In an industry with no regulation, navigating through the endless information and advice can be challenging!

As an educated dog trainer, it is my mission to ensure you are armed with all the knowledge you need to make informed decisions about your furry friend. From debunking myths to shedding light on latest training techniques, I am committed to providing you with the tools you need to be the best dog parent you can be. So, leash up your curiosity and hit subscribe!

Youtube Username:

11/20/2023

10/29/2023

10/21/2023

Make sure to check out our costume contest categories! 🎃

06/12/2023

06/11/2023

Let's talk treats.

As a dog trainer, one of the most common questions I get asked is, "When can I stop using treats with my dog?" I completely understand! It wan be so inconvenient for us to carry treats with us wherever we go with our dog. We have a lot going on in our lives, and the last thing we want to think about is, "Did we remember the treats for Fido?"

Just how we should get paid for going to work every day, dogs should get paid (in yummy treats) for their jobs too! If you show up to work one day and your boss decides to not pay you because you should be doing your work anyway, would you still work for that boss? Of course not! We want to get paid for the good work we do!!

When your child gets a good grade on their math test or picks up all of their toys when you ask them the first time, don't you want to reward them?

Let's face it. When we get a job, the first question we ask ourselves is, "What's in this for me?" Just like us, this is the first question your dog asks himself too.

Dogs do what works! If your dog is jumping on you when you get home from work and gets hugs and kisses, then he is being rewarded and will continue jumping on you and others. If your dog gets a treat and pets every time you ask him to sit, he will continue to sit!

When a good behavior is built, you do not always need treats, but shouldn't we want to reward our dogs for their good behavior?

Let's normalize rewarding our pets!

04/27/2023

Arlo is making great strides with his walking training! He has come a long way. Arlo used to pull his owners down the street, making his walks very difficult!

A switch of equipment from a pinch collar to a harness coupled with loose leash walking training have made walks more enjoyable for Arlo and his family!

If you or someone you know want more enjoyable walks with your pup, email [email protected] to set up a consultation today!

04/09/2023

Happy Easter from Good Poppi! 🐣🐰💐

04/07/2023

Dog training is a completely unregulated industry, so it's important for us at The Academy to be fully transparent about where we stand on training methods.

You can read our complete position statement here:https://www.academyfordogtrainers.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Methods-Position-Statement-1.pdf