Teacher's Pets Service & Training

Teacher's Pets Service & Training Professional & experienced dog walker, pet sitter & trainer since 2004

Services provided within a 3 mile radius of downtown South Berwick, Maine

We push boundaries with dogs when we rush to build a relationship with them by:1) petting them without asking for the ow...
09/21/2025

We push boundaries with dogs when we rush to build a relationship with them by:

1) petting them without asking for the owner + the dog's permission
2) sticking your hand/fist in their face so they can sniff you
3) snap your fingers + point for them to come over
4) saying "it's okay" when dogs are clearly showing signs of anxiety by backing up, barking, growling, yawning, licking their lips, etc
5) believing that because "all dogs love you" they are going to love you asap
6) talking - stop it!
7) not giving the dog time to observe you from a distance + not letting them approach in their own time + even then you understand that dogs who finally approach don't always want to be petted
8) not staring at dogs (intimidating)
9) you finally pet them but you don't recognize when the time is UP + they are done due to the body language signals

9 SIGNS OF DOG ANXIETY Dogs do communicate their valid reasons why they are feeling anxious + it's important to observe ...
08/22/2025

9 SIGNS OF DOG ANXIETY

Dogs do communicate their valid reasons why they are feeling anxious + it's important to observe the signs + help them feel understood + SAFE.

Dogs who exhibit these 9 signs of stress are often given the following in an effort to calm them 1) treats 2) petting/cuddles 3) toys but do not get to the root cause

Instead, what they want is clarity + direction. They want a predictable day-to-day routine that will regulate their nervous system + that includes 1) uninterrupted sleep/rest in addition to overnight sleep 2) two to three walks per day 3) meals at dependable time frame 4)

"Rescuing" our dogs INCLUDES rescuing their state of mind.

Dogs who are consistently in a "fight or flight" aka a "hyper vigilant" do not feel good

Many who profess to be "dog experts" say that dogs don't 'talk' BUT they do & it's out RESPONSIBILITY to listen to understand what they need from us.

"Rescuing" dogs involves respecting them enough to set them up for a CALM + happy life.

07/17/2025

How to Create Friendships Between Dogs 👇

It's by inviting a friend, neighbor, or relative to walk with you + your dog while they walk at a *distance* with their dog without encouraging interactions.

It means that the dogs share space from a *distance* walking calmly forward to a special destination exploring the neighborhood.

Once dogs become more + more comfortable over time they will be able to calmly interact.

Friendships are built on respecting each other's space + on slowly growing a relationship built on trust.

As Method K9 stated, amped up nose-to-nose greetings with tight leashes almost always lead to behaviors that we will not like such as growling, nipping, biting, jumping, + worse.

03/10/2025

Potty Train Your 🐶 In Less Than 3 Weeks With These 5 Tips 👇

1️⃣ INDOOR LEASHES

Have 🐕 on a LEASH dragging behind them *inside* the home so you can pick the leash up + redirect them back to a dog bed which is called PLACE TRAINING.

2️⃣ TETHERING

Attach the handle of the leash to your belt clip (or get a cross body leash so you can be hands free) so that you can do your housework under direct supervision.

Doing this also helps create a positive relationship with your 🐕 as well as teaches leash skills in which they learn to FOLLOW you.

3️⃣ CLOSED CRATE or PLACE

In between walks, less freedom prevents accidents aka playing is minimal so consider crating in a separate room (preferably away from your work area) so you can get things done without distraction so your 🐕 can SLEEP. Dogs need 14-18= hours per day to feel at their best!

OR - have your 🐕 rest/sleep on a dog bed/cot

4️⃣ WALKING SCHEDULE

For a 🐕 peace of mind, they need a minimum of 3 walks per day (before work, lunch break, and after work) for at least 20-30 minutes per day.

If 2 walks is all you can schedule in then mix it up with backyard time.

5️⃣ STRUCTURE

When we schedule the day that 🐕 can reliably predict, they feel calmer which = less decisions they need to make = less behaviors to worry about.

Do you know these 7 basic ways dogs communicate with us?
03/07/2025

Do you know these 7 basic ways dogs communicate with us?

01/17/2025

📣Google "traffic leash" & buy 1 ASAP to help improve walks with your challenging 🐶

Are you searching for a professional pet sitter to keep your best friends company while you're at work or play?Look no f...
01/03/2025

Are you searching for a professional pet sitter to keep your best friends company while you're at work or play?

Look no further than The Teacher's Pets for walks, feedings, litter box care, and lots of cuddles.

In addition, we will perform complimentary home care tasks such as bring in your mail, water plants, and take your recycling to & from the curb.

Reach out on our website or call/text 603-315-1764 today!

12/21/2024

🐕 will feel less anxious about grooming if we practice at 🏠 👇

12/18/2024

Don't wait until later to train your 🐕. Start ASAP after adoption. 💯

12/18/2024

Pulling is 💯 % preventable if 🐕 are by our side or behind us 👇

Please reconsider this food based on this tragedy! Stay safe! Green Mountain K-9
11/26/2024

Please reconsider this food based on this tragedy! Stay safe!
Green Mountain K-9

11/24/2024

"Place" is so important to teach dogs because it eases anxiety (pacing + barking out the window for example) + it also teaches independence (separation anxiety prevention)! Pack Leader Dog Psychology & Behavior

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