Hairy Hound Dog Training

04/29/2024

This will be a fun day for all.

Petapalooza is a free event that features lovable, adoptable homeless animals from shelters and rescues in the Central PA area.

04/21/2024

Register here: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/east-berlin-area-community-center/shop/programs/99508

03/20/2024

Two months ago I was introduced to this little guy. I went to visit a girlfriend. As soon as I entered the house I was "greeted " by this loudly barking little round dog. He barked then wrapped his paws around my leg and began hu***ng like crazy. Well alrighty then. Nope. I don't think so fella.

I convinced him that what he was doing was not a good idea. My friend and I began to talk about the dog and could I help her and her husband with him.
The little guy is "Mario"--a 5 yr old Frenchie that my friend and her husband had gotten 2 weeks prior through rescue. Mario had come from Korea and had been through several fosters. My friends-his now forever home-needed help. Theirs was the 4th home he had been in. His previous foster was a "trainer" from York. She carefully explained to my friend how she uses the prong collar, squirter bottle and disciplines by throwing the dog onto his back and grabbing him by the throat.

My friend asked me for help. Now Mario and his owners are working with me (Hairy Hound) and doing quite well. So much of what I have taught them has been so different than how many trainers and people work with dogs. My friend says that I am training her more than the dog.

Mario has exceeded my expectations. His owners are taking care to stay on the path they have been shown. Mario has his moments as we all do but even though he asks questions occasionally his owners consistently give him the right answers.

Next session will involve getting Mario out and about with Chief. I am really looking forward to that.

It makes me so happy when people embrace HH! Calm owners now have the tools to handle the dog and situations.

Go Mario! You now have a great life.

03/19/2024

So proud of my dogs this afternoon. George and I had been moving furniture around and hauled a wingback chair into the house that had been in barn storage for a while. Dogs were either outside or gated out of the way. I was totally out of energy but decided I would go outside and do some fun work with dogs in the backyard. No leads. Just my voice and treats. Did my Close Order Drill with the 3 of them walking abreast in perfect formation. We did a lot of stops, turns and sits. Threw some holds in there as well. Could not have asked for anything more from them. We are a team. We love and respect one another. As it should be.

12/17/2023

Periodically I have to tell the world how much I love my "job." My business. My passion for helping people understand their dogs behavior and how to work with it. I train differently than most do. No prong. No shock. Understanding the dog.
Met up with a client today at a local rec park. She has a 4 yr old Boxer mix who can be reactive towards other dogs. We are quietly working on focus out in public. I brought Chief along to mentor and be an example. Chief was quiet until Lucky reacted loudly. Chief barked. What did I do? Yell? No. Forcibly correct? No. I quietly asked Chief to heel and we walked away from Lucky. I did some Close Order Drill work for a few minutes. Chief settled beautifully. No muss. No fuss. My quiet calm settled both dogs. Lucky was very interested in watching how Chief walked and acted. Dogs do learn from each other. Owner did a great job with her boy. I am so proud of both Lucky and his owner. We will continue going forward with their training.
Chief will probably be expecting a raise in his paycheck this week.

10/29/2023

"Bruno McStuffins" at the end of BARktobetfest at Miller's Plant Farm. It was a great event. Lovely venue. Met a lot of nice people. Thanks to Hairy Hound "Roadie" Sharon Agresta-Siekerman for all your help.
And yours truly managed to trip over a piece of uneven ground behind out booth. Landed in a twisted pile on the wet grass. Sigh. Feel very stiff and sore this morning but this too shall pass.

10/24/2023

Looks like fun!

SAVE THE DATE! Our Christmas Shoppe is almost upon us! Stop by November 16-November 25 for the best prices & variety of Christmas decor and lights around! Turkey platters available for pre-order 11/2-11/9 and Walk Ins accepted only on November 16.

10/10/2023

Chief and I enjoying ourselves in the arctic chill of Barktoberfest at Caledonia State Park Sunday..

10/08/2023

Barktoberfest at Caledonia State Park. Cold and very windy. Dogs are loving it. Me, not so much.

10/06/2023

Chief relaxing while the humans set up for Barktoberfest.

10/04/2023

So very proud of the humans and dogs in my group Basic Obedience Class at the East Berlin Area Community Center. We had to skip last week's weather due to a monsoon. So they have had 2 classes so far. Yesterday was the third class. I was blown away at the improvements in the dogs. Owners are really working with their dogs between classes. Wow! We learned some new "tools" yesterday. I have no doubt everybody will have fun working with it during the week. We played "follow the leader" (me) around part of the grounds near the pavilion. I got my exercise for sure.

At the first class I told everyone that working in partnership with their dog will be rewarding and FUN.

Next week's class will include inanimate objects. 😁 And maybe a Shiloh Shepherd. Stay tuned.

09/24/2023

Oct 7 & 8 is the annual Fall Barktoberfest gathering of Shiloh Shepherds and their humans. The location is beautiful Caledonia State Park, Fayetteville, PA

I am blessed to currently share my life with 3 of these wonderful dogs.
Won't be showing any of my dogs that weekend but we plan to be there both days. It is a fun event. The public is welcome to attend and learn about these wonderful dogs. Please stop by my booth to meet one of my dogs. I think Tala will be there Saturday, Chief on Sunday. We will be happy to answer your questions.
I have attached the ISSDC website with the event information.

Please keep paws crossed for good weather.

Oct 7 & 8 is the annual Fall Barktoberfest gathering of Shiloh Shepherds and their humans. The location is beautiful Caledonia State Park, Fayetteville, PA

I am blessed to currently share my life with 3 of these wonderful dogs.
Won't be showing any of my dogs that weekend but we plan to be there both days. It is a fun event. The public is welcome to attend and learn about these wonderful dogs. Please stop by my booth to meet one of my dogs. I think Tala will be there Saturday, Chief on Sunday. We will be happy to answer your questions.
I have attached the ISSDC website with the event information.

Please keep paws crossed for good weather.

https://www.shilohs.org/

09/15/2023

Yours truly yesterday with client dog "Buddy."
This fellow is one of the smartest dogs I have even seen. He has come such a long way since owners rescued him months ago. It is lovely to see how he now trusts the owners. He is mastering the art of self control. I am having a wonderful time working with this family. No rush. No deadlines. Bringing this dog along at his own pace. Setting him up for success.
That's what it's all about!

08/24/2023

Fun Fall Festival at the East Berlin Area Community Center on Saturday, Sept 9, 2023 from 8 am to 2 pm. Vendors of all kinds, food trucks (Yum) and Hairy Hound Dog
Training will have our booth there as well. Stop by. Say Hi. Ask questions. Meet Chief.

08/22/2023

Beginning Tuesday, Sept 12, 2023 to Oct 10, 2023, from 6-7pm Tuesdays at the East Berlin Community Center Pavilion, yours truly will be teaching Dog Training--Basic Obedience.
You can sign up on the website-
ebacc.org
Click on Classes, Online Registration, New Adult 2023 Enrichment-Educational-DogTraining

I plan to make this a fun learning experience for handler and dog.

Check it out as well as the other classes and events at the Center.

08/21/2023

Last Saturday's Dogs Day In The Park was a wonderful experience for us at Hairy Hound Dog Training. Big thanks to the great volunteers of Animal Rescue Inc for their assistance.
We have experienced many events such as DDIP but the vibe last Saturday was way cool. (I'm a child of the 60's and that's how we talked!)
We had many nice people stop at our booth to respectfully ask questions. They were all invested in the welfare of their pets and it showed. I had been explaining my philosophy of how I work with dogs and owners to a nice man who said "I can tell you are not just in business. What you do comes from the heart." Wow! ❤️ Yes it does. And I love every minute of it.

08/15/2023

Hairy Hound Dog Training--Booth #21 at Saturday's Dogs Day In The Park

08/14/2023

Saturday, August 19. Dogs Day In The Park. Chief and I are planning to be there with our Hairy Hound Dog Training. Stop by and say howdy. Ask doggie questions. We will have a special human friend with us as well.
Bring your own dog along as long as it is friendly and well behaved. No retractable leashes!
There will be good food, many different vendors and adoptable pets. (No same day adoptions but you can certainly meet, greet and fill out paperwork)
Keeping fingers crossed for great weather!

08/01/2023

Good morning Chief! Yes I am smiling because you are so very silly.

07/07/2023

Tala the mighty huntress resting after the groundhog battle. George was able to distract her enough to let it get away. I don't think it was in very good shape.

06/30/2023

Borrowed this but it makes perfect sense.

06/29/2023

It's pretty disconcerting to look at the air quality map and it's all red. I guess breathing is not an option. Please take care of yourselves. Take care of your pets as well. Take a break from the "I have to take my dog for a walk or blah blah the world will end." Be careful. Don't be stupid. Use common sense. (Oops! Definitely uncommon in today's world.)

06/28/2023

This is good information. Unfortunately many people feel they are entitled to be able to do whatever they want with your dog. Nope! You have to be polite but firm. Sometimes not polite but always firm.

05/19/2023

Tomorrow is the day!! Petapalooza 2023 on the campus of Central Penn College in Summerdale PA from 11-3. The weather forecast is a good one. No sweat and maybe a little wet later in the day.. yay!
Chief got so excited when he saw us loading the van. He sang the song of his people and wanted to leave right away. He was not happy when I told him that we would be leaving tomorrow.
Hairy Hound Dog Training is excited to be a part of this awesome event.
See you tomorrow!

04/29/2023

I took the time this morning to take a look at the Vendors that are scheduled to attend this awesome event.
All I can say is WOW!!
Food Trucks. Great food.
Come on down and do some shopping. There will be handbags--yes, you heard me. Can't wait to stick my nose in that one. Also stuff to make you smell good. Doggie treats. Things to wear. Services to ask about. Support local merchants, crafts people and wellness folks.
While you're at it, stop by to visit yours truly at Hairy Hound Dog Training. Chief will be there to meet and greet. Also friend and super helper Deb Chapman.
We will be happy to answer your questions and advise. Yours truly has been working with dogs for over 50 years. Yes. Over 50 years. I have learned more than a few things along the way. Happy to share.

Petapalooza is a free event that features lovable, adoptable homeless animals from shelters and rescues in the Central PA area.

03/21/2023

This looks like a lot of fun! Chief and I are registered!

03/15/2023

https://www.petapaloozapa.com/

Petapalooza is a free event that features lovable, adoptable homeless animals from shelters and rescues in the Central PA area.

03/06/2023

As I get older I think about retiring from my "business" and taking it easy. Then I think of how I would miss my clients, old and new. I still love to get out and about. My goal is to teach folks how to work with their dogs in a way the dogs will understand. The method is use is not a "yank-zap-yell." You develop a trusting relationship with your dog.

I have a couple training partners who work with me and alongside your dog. Dogs learn from each other.
Current and most "used" partner is "Chief"-a 3 yr old Shiloh Shepherd male. He loves to meet and greet people and dogs at events. We can also occasionally be seen strolling around the Gettysburg Square. Just for fun.

The other partner is "Tala"-a 7 yr old Shiloh Shepherd female. She also likes to get out and about.

Check out our website: www.hhdogtraining.com

10/07/2022

Somehow fb totally FUBAR'd my Hairy Hound page.

I will be rebuilding it when time allows.

03/09/2021

Chief and I will be there.