Elk Ridge German Shepherds

03/09/2024

https://youtu.be/UXRLmFV0Rhk?si=IySpdXpLYA7dpldB

Is your dog picky with food or eating too much? In this video, Shannon is here to explain the principles to understand, undo, and prevent these issues, ensur...

05/07/2023

Are you tired of your dog's insecurities leading to unwanted behaviors? Shannon is going to teach you how to put an end to the chaos! Learn how to empower yo...

05/07/2023

Does taking your dog for a walk leave you exhausted and frustrated? It's time to take control and enjoy your walks again! Shannon will teach you how to contr...

01/18/2023

Off and Here command

See 4 month old Oliver learn how to stay “off” and learn to “come” when called using food. Tracey discovers that she really can create respect in her space!W...

01/11/2023

Koa learns how to respect the rules at the doorway and discovers himself in the mirror for the first time as well as playtime with Caliber.Koas Journey is an...

01/07/2023

A day at the beach

Koa experiences running on the beach for the very first time! You will also learn about proper etiquette regarding other dogs on the beach and maintaining co...

01/03/2023

Feeding your dog correctly is one of the most important and the most simple ritual to master as a leader

01/03/2023

Most people choose breeds for all the wrong reasons. Learn how to choose wisely for a relationship that will last a lifetime.

12/31/2022

Another one minute video

12/31/2022

1 minute short

12/31/2022

12/29/2022

Part 3 with Olie, great introduction to the pinch collar for the walk

In this 3rd lesson, Tracy having Ollie for for only 5 days learns how to walk Ollie with leadership. In lessons 1 & 2 Tracy learns about housebreaking, how t...

12/23/2022

Part 2 of a 3 part lesson. Tracy having Ollie for only 5 days learns how to establish boundaries with Ollie at home and in the work environment. Ollie ended ...

12/20/2022

2nd in Koa's adventure. Please go to Shannon Walker Pack Leader to watch and subscribe to all her videos

Join us on this journey as Koa experiences his first hotel visit and all that it has to offer. You will see him experience the elevator, stairs, sleeping on ...

12/16/2022

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12/15/2022

It should be a great adventure

Koas Journey is an opportunity to invite people to learn and share in the struggles and triumphs of a “service dogs journey.” People will have the opportunit...

12/14/2022

Establish boundaries around your Christmas decorations during the holiday season with your dog. This will ensure your ability to invite your dog into all of ...

12/09/2022

12/08/2022

Next in the series, please share the videos, if you can't share off this page, go to Shannon Walker - pack leader on you tube. There you will find all the videos. Also subscribe to her you tube channel.

Tracy has only had Ollie for 5 days and has a lot to establish as far as rules, boundries and discipline. This is lesson 1 of a 3 part lesson. Ollie ended up...

12/01/2022

Part 2: is your dog a victim

Is your Dog a Victim? Part 2 is out now! ⁠
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Can blind dogs learn to follow? See how “Dixie” a blind dog learns to walk on a leash without pulling.⁠
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Click the link below to view our newest video on youtube!
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11/24/2022

Four in our series with Shannon Walker

NEW VIDEO TODAY! ⁠
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Is your Dog a Victim? (Part 1) Learn how to help a blind dog overcome physical limitations and enjoy life to the fullest.⁠
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11/18/2022

Third in the series with Shannon Walker

You really can teach an old dog new tricks. Meet Finley a seven-year-old Labradoodle who learns to walk with manners!

11/11/2022

https://youtu.be/QxUO2fd_df0

In todays lesson you will see how to teach a 13 week old puppy how to stay “off,” not to “jump,” to “come”when called and how to share affection without crea...

09/02/2022

This is something everyone should see. This xray is of a 2 week old puppy.

When you get your 8/10 week old puppies, please keep this image in mind. Their bones do not even touch yet. They plod around so cutely with big floppy paws and wobbly movement because their joints are entirely made up of muscle, tendons, ligaments with skin covering. Nothing is fitting tightly together or has a true socket yet.

When you run them excessively or don't restrict their exercise to stop them from overdoing it during this period you don't give them a chance to grow properly. Every big jump or excited bouncing run causes impacts between the bones. In reasonable amounts this is not problematic and is the normal wear and tear that every animal will engage in.

But when you're letting puppy jump up and down off the lounge or bed, take them for long walks/hikes, you are damaging that forming joint. When you let the puppy scramble on tile with no traction you are damaging the joint.

You only get the chance to grow them once. A well built body is something that comes from excellent breeding and a great upbringing-BOTH, not just one.

Once grown - around 12-18 months depending on their breed, you will have the rest of their life to spend playing and engaging in higher impact exercise. So keep it calm while they're still little baby puppies and give the gift that can only be given once.