Red Dog Run Training and Behavior

08/07/2024

We are back to school in September! New Puppy and Basic Obedience classes starting the week after Labor Day!

https://www.reddogruntraining.com/dog-training-classes-in-fairfax

08/06/2024

08/01/2024

My clients often ask about gps tags for dogs, and I always recommend them. This guy pictured below, once got out and ran 5 miles in 45 minutes. We received an alert shortly after he left our property and were able to track his crazy freedom run through the woods. No matter how careful we are or how well we train our dogs, there is always going to be the possibility of the open gate or a fox or squirrel running by.

Here is a good synopsis of what is available on the market: https://www.consumerreports.org/electronics-computers/gps-pet-trackers/best-gps-pet-trackers-a1117406199/

Pictured: Butters modeling his gps collar while waiting for his walk

07/29/2024

07/27/2024

Microchips work!

Judith Monarrez says she never stopped looking for her chihuahua after he escaped from the backyard in 2015

07/25/2024

Congrats to our newest All Levels Manners Graduates!
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07/15/2024

"Step aside, humans. These important loafs are having a meeting."

07/11/2024

Free microchip clinics at both the Lorton and ox Road shelters!

Mack is back home resting following an adventure that almost sounds too unreal to be true!

After he escaped his backyard and somehow ended up in the sewer system, he traveled two miles before peeking out of a curb inlet near a police station. An officer noticed his bright blue eyes and, with some help, lifted a manhole cover to rescue him.

His family was frantically searching for him and was relieved to learn that he was safe at our shelter. They were also thrilled when we offered to microchip him at no cost to help him find his way back home faster in the future (though Mack assured us he will be on his best behavior).

If your pet needs a microchip and you‘re a Fairfax County resident, join us at our July Vaccine and Microchip Clinics where we are offering FREE microchips in honor of National Lost Pet Prevention Month! Clinics are scheduled for Friday, July 12th (tomorrow), at the Lorton Campus and Monday, July 22nd, at the Michael R. Frey Campus in Fairfax. Learn more at fairfaxcounty.gov/animalshelter/petresources/rabiesclinics.

07/11/2024

Our fall class schedule is up! We may be changing out one of the scheduled classes for a Fun Agility class.

We will do a couple drop in style classes in late Nov-Dec so you can get your pups some mental stimulation during the holidays. Those will be posted soon!

https://www.reddogruntraining.com/obedienceclass

07/08/2024

Congrats to our newest puppy class graduates!

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07/04/2024

Have an amazing 4th of July!

Keep your pets safe by leaving them securely indoors, with the tv or music playing. A fun chew is something to do as well.

05/11/2024

A little update on the T brothers. We are doing so well with our relax practice inside the restaurant! Happiness is a dropped French fry.

04/23/2024

Can dogs get poison ivy? Though the plant is extremely bothersome to humans, cases of canines being affected by poison ivy are rare.

04/13/2024

When you want to be able to sit down for a relaxing meal with your big fluffy pups by your side, it takes practice to be calm in restaurants. Here, Mr. T and Mr. T are practicing Down Settle Stays and Sit Stays outside the restaurant on a beautiful day this week!

03/24/2024

Yesterday was National Puppy Day! We love puppies here at Red Dog Run Training, but they certainly are a lot of work!

I thought this article was really informative on the cost of puppy ownership.

Puppies are a lot of responsibility. But are you ready to own one? This National Puppy Day find out what it takes.

03/21/2024

New blog post up!

There. I said it. For busy dog owners, it is always tough to find time to train our dogs or puppies. This is especially true trying to juggle time with our pups with jobs, kids, friends, or needs of elderly family members. When we train together, it is most often in an hourly chunk of time. Part of....

02/21/2024

Congrats to our newest Puppy and Manners Graduates! We had a great 5 weeks!

02/07/2024

A couple of pictures from Sunday’s Manners class! Beginning skills for loose leash walking.

01/17/2024

Looking to have a tired puppy? We still have a couple spots available in our January puppy class!

For more information or to sign up:
https://reddogruntraining.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=44

01/16/2024

Happy Snow Day! Make sure you get in your frolicking time!

11/23/2023

Happy Thanksgiving from my family to yours!

11/05/2023

Someone is done with class, and someone else very seriously needs more treats right now, please.

10/27/2023

Miss Z is tuckered out after a day of working with dogs.

10/21/2023

Anyone who has training with us, knows we are a big proponent of keeping your dog mentally stimulated. There are a lot of great options in food dispensing toys to help tire your dog out mentally, and we love hearing from clients on what they love.

A client just recommended these for her young, active Boston Terrier:

HIPPIH Dog Toy Balls For Your Lovely Dog.

10/19/2023

There is one more seat in our All Levels Manners class that begins Sunday, Oct 22 @ 10:45 am. Classes are limited to 4 dogs to ensure personal attention.

For more information: https://www.reddogruntraining.com/dog-training-classes-in-fairfax

08/25/2023

Yay! It’s National Dog Day!

08/07/2023

Get up! Puppy class and All Levels Manners are starting next month!

I still have slots left in Puppy Kindergarten and 1 more slot left in All Levels Manners. In puppy class, we learn and play while in All Levels Manners, we cover basic obedience at your pace.

Each class is limited to 4 puppies/dogs for greater personalized attention.

https://www.reddogruntraining.com/dog-training-classes-in-fairfax

08/03/2023

Not exactly scientific, but pretty darn accurate.

07/23/2023

We had an aspiring dog trainer observe and help with class last Sunday! Hunter helped with set up and take down of our last Fun Agility class and was able to watch a sweet mini Aussie and determined Corgi tackle the tire jump, tunnels, A-frame and weave poles. Thanks Hunter!