Direction for Dogs, LLC

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🐾 Lori Roehrig, Certified Dog Trainer/Owner
🐾 Downingtown, Glenmoore, Chester Co., PA
🐾 Private Sessions 🐾 Group Classes
🐾 Workshops 🐾 Pet Grief Support
⭐ Let's Connect at linktr.ee/directionfordogs

Thanks, BarkHop Studio, for hosting our second Dog Mom Social in your beautiful space! I came away with some awesome gif...
12/17/2025

Thanks, BarkHop Studio, for hosting our second Dog Mom Social in your beautiful space! I came away with some awesome gift ideas for my pup, a tummy full of sweet treats, and a heart full of friendship!

Here's something most people don't know: My previous dog, Dakota, and I actually passed the Canine Good Citizen test twi...
12/16/2025

Here's something most people don't know: My previous dog, Dakota, and I actually passed the Canine Good Citizen test twice! The first time, I collected the ribbon and walked away satisfied. But we kept training together because it was fun, and it was our special bonding time. Later, we tested again to make it official with the AKC, and then went on to earn many more titles, including trick titles.

Dakota has since passed away, but those training sessions are some of my most treasured memories. I wish more people understood that training isn't just about having a well-behaved dog. It's about the time you spend together. It's about the connection you build. It's about creating memories that last long after they are gone.

My Advice: Make time for you and your dog to train together. You won’t regret it.

One time, my dog stole my glove, jumped on top of the box of Christmas decorations, and then... (You have to attend the ...
12/15/2025

One time, my dog stole my glove, jumped on top of the box of Christmas decorations, and then... (You have to attend the DOG MOM SOCIAL on Tuesday to hear the rest of this story!) Tell us the starter to your unbelievable story in the comments to be continued later!

Look at this adorable sleeping beauty! Her owners brought her home a week ago, and proactively and wisely booked a priva...
12/15/2025

Look at this adorable sleeping beauty! Her owners brought her home a week ago, and proactively and wisely booked a private session to set them all up for success! 🐾

We covered the essentials today, including one topic every new puppy owner asks about: sleep during house training. Here are my top tips:
✅ Crate train from the start
✅ Set alarms for nighttime potty breaks—take them out before they wake you up crying
✅ Keep nighttime potty breaks boring—no talking or playing, just business and back to bed
✅ Remember that it gets easier! Most puppies sleep through the night by about 4 months of age. 💤🐶

Do you have any other tips for new puppy parents?

It's been a long day, so I treated myself to a cappuccino and dessert this evening. 🍰☕ It kept me motivated and made all...
12/14/2025

It's been a long day, so I treated myself to a cappuccino and dessert this evening. 🍰☕ It kept me motivated and made all the hard work feel worth it.

It got me thinking... training is WORK for your dog. You are asking their brain to focus, problem-solve, and try new things. Don't forget to reward them for their efforts. And remember - it doesn't always have to be treats. Praise, pets, and playtime count as rewards too.

P.S. Special shout out to Tony at Pomodoro Pizza & Italian Restaurant Downingtown for making the BEST desserts and cappuccinos around! If you haven't been there lately, it's time to visit their restaurant for dinner AND dessert! ❤️

🎁 You deserve a night out – and this one's FREE! 🎁Our DOG MOM SOCIAL is coming up on Tuesday, Dec. 16th! Who will be joi...
12/12/2025

🎁 You deserve a night out – and this one's FREE! 🎁
Our DOG MOM SOCIAL is coming up on Tuesday, Dec. 16th! Who will be joining us at BarkHop Studio?

This is your chance to:
✅ Meet other local dog lovers
✅ Swap favorite product recommendations
✅ Get last-minute gift ideas for your pup
✅ Enjoy some light refreshments
✅ Actually have an adult conversation without your dog interrupting 😂

The rules: Humans only. Bring your favorite snack or Christmas cookies to share. We'll provide the drinks. Hope to see you there!

Sometimes I feel like a detective solving a puzzle instead of a dog trainer. For example, I couldn’t figure out why my d...
12/11/2025

Sometimes I feel like a detective solving a puzzle instead of a dog trainer. For example, I couldn’t figure out why my dog was fine in the car most times, but would shake with fear at other times. One day, I finally noticed a slight difference to figure out the cause… his harness! He was scared of his harness! As soon as I took it off, he immediately settled and relaxed in the car.

The lesson? Always keep your eyes open for clues! Pick up cues from your dog’s body language AND the surrounding environment. What's one mystery you've solved with your dog?

FREE Enrichment Toy - Cardboard Boxes! You can place some food inside cereal boxes, shoe boxes, etc. for them to find or...
12/10/2025

FREE Enrichment Toy - Cardboard Boxes! You can place some food inside cereal boxes, shoe boxes, etc. for them to find or just let them rip the boxes to pieces. Downside - You have some clean up to do afterwards; Upside - It's free entertainment for them and they are helping you to recycle! Note: Please supervise your dogs as they should not be eating the cardboard.

I may be a solo owner, but this is absolutely a family business. ❤️When I needed extra people and dogs to help simulate ...
12/10/2025

I may be a solo owner, but this is absolutely a family business. ❤️

When I needed extra people and dogs to help simulate a crowd in training class, my daughter stepped up and brought our pup. Having them there meant the world to me. Plus, not only was it valuable practice for both of them, but I think the rest of the class appreciated the added challenge and real-world distraction too.

I could have told them not to attend because I knew my dog wasn't going to act perfectly, but we learn by doing, not by waiting until we are ready. I feel very fortunate to be in a place where we all help each other, and we all grow together. Group classes aren't just about training dogs. They are about building a supportive community that is like family, where everyone benefits. 🐾

Address

Downingtown, PA
19335

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 7pm
Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 7pm
Saturday 1pm - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

Telephone

+16104003206

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