Fur & Ferns Canine Club

11/07/2024

Leaning into community for a…throwback pack walk!

We had taken a pause from our “open to all” pack walks to focus on providing pop-ups that allowed us to support the individuals who joined with more intention…& we have admittedly been missing the ease and inclusivity of our old walks and want to host another, especially in a time where kindness & community means so much.

These walks are open to all, we just ask that you:

- respect the space & training styles of fellow walkers
- remain in control of your dog (reactions/vocalizations are expected, but you must keep your dog on leash and away from others)
- do not allow your dog to greet the other dogs, this walk is about their connection to YOU as their guide.
- honor your emotions, if it’s too much for you or your dog, get space or go home. 🫂

We can’t wait to connect with you & your companions!

11/01/2024

Let’s yap!

🍂SALE THROUGH NOVEMBER🍂

$45 fur 45minutes discussing…

🤝🏼Behavioral challenges & training support
📋Relationship & routines
🐾 Clarity in communication
🥩Nutrition & wellbeing
📋Customized recommendations
🪞Inner work & awareness
~what do you need?~

this is a great time to check in with us if you’ve worked with us before or if you are out of our area, but want to join our community!

dreading the chaos of holidays or wanting to set yourself up for a better connection with your canine in the new year?

coaching calls are a great place to start, a perfect way to check in & bound to be a real good chat. 🫂

✨ honor this season & embrace the opportunities to invest in ourselves & our companions from a restful place in the comfort of our homes, in our coziest clothes, with our dearest pack members nearby ✨

-changes to service structure & pricing coming in 2025-

10/30/2024

🐶 PUPPIES PUPPIES PUPPIES 🐶

exposure + socialization is often misunderstood, rather than tons of free play with other puppies or passing them from person to person…we prioritize learning to be calm in the presence of other animals, expose them to a variety of environments & encourage curiosity!

rest is massively important & puppies sometimes need a reminder to relax or they turn into 👹, implementing a routine around naps + meals makes a HUGE difference in potty training & their ability to regulate those big puppy impulses.

building a confident dog by encouraging them to do things like explore with your support, walk on new surfaces & problem solve is a favorite of ours…puppies are so capable! asking all dogs (even the small ones) to walk on their own, keep their paws on the ground, and respect space should start EARLY. clarity is kind.

playing with our dogs is a superpower, it can make us the most rewarding thing in any environment. emphasize your involvement in all things joyful and your puppy will grow into a dog who wants to come when called, share their resources, follow your lead, etc.

10/27/2024

📣 ALL PORTLAND SERVICES PAUSED 📣

We’ve had THE BEST TIME over this last year connecting with the Portland community…making so many new friends in fellow trainers, walkers, rescue workers, dedicated owners & more.

We (Alisha + Val) intend to continue to make our way up to host the occasional pop-up, but our tiny team of Portland based handlers won’t be able to provide the availability to you all that we need to support the community in the way we prefer to. That means no canine club, training services, or forest frolics for the foreseeable future.

This has been a tough realization as it’s not that there aren’t incredible people & their companions who want to work with us, but that we just weren’t able to solidify the availability needed to support them.

Expanding a small business, especially one that’s so directly related to the quality of beings lives, based in a very particular quality of energy/depth of values, is a delicate endeavor…

I can’t tell you how grateful we are to all of you who trusted us to bring friendship & fulfillment to your canine companions while we were offering those services, we hope to make our way back up after pouring some extra love into our team here in Eugene.
🫂🖤🐺🐾🫶🏼👯‍♀️🔮🌲☕️🥾

10/14/2024

🍂 Autumn offers a perfect blend of cozy, adventurous, and nourishing experiences for you and your dog. 🍂

🕯️ Set the mood with low warm lighting. Invest in non-toxic candles & cleaning supplies, to create a warm healthy atmosphere at home. We recently discovered and they have the coziest glow and comforting crackle!

🍎 Enjoy the season’s bounty with fresh produce like pumpkin, carrots, brussels sprouts, and broccoli, which are wonderful to share with your pet. Simply steam or blend to optimize your dogs digestion. If you have access, get these goodies form local farmers or neighborhood gardens.

☕️ Tea and coffee time can be a delightful ritual; brew herbal teas with chamomile, nettle, ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, and ashwagandha for your dog (always start by introducing small amounts).
We shop for our herbs at
To learn more about herbs for your hound, check out:
For coffee enthusiasts, enjoy a dog date at pet-friendly local cafes and explore new blends with them by your side. I’m enjoying some beans from , there’s nothing like the smell of freshly ground goodness.

🥾 Embrace the season by foraging and frolicking in the crisp autumn air, making the most of this vibrant time of year with your dog. Parks/trails get quiet as kids return to school & folks stay home to avoid the chill. The substrate is still sparkling with health benefits, we highly recommend embracing the season of mud & making the most of the mess. Embrace a fall-forward hobby like mushroom hunting (responsibly), leaf peeping, or bird watching.

with love + seasonal serotonin boosts, your friends at Fur & Ferns 🫶🏼

10/09/2024

10/07/2024

💕🥩🥦🫐🐶🧠🌳

10/03/2024

🐾 a handful of our favorite photos taken lately, of some pups who are changing alongside their people with the support of our training services 🐾

WE OFFER:
- in-person training sessions + customized guides
- virtual coaching calls
- day trains
& more

WE ESPECIALLY LOVE WORKING WITH:
- fearful + nervous dogs
- puppies!!!
- pushy + anxious dogs
- recently adopted dogs

our approach requires a desire for deeper connection and meaningful change, this requires a willingness to work for it 🤝🏼 with our guidance. 🤝🏼

09/28/2024

🥩🦴 Healthy Swaps 🍓🍌

Reducing sugar, plastics, chemicals and other crap from your dogs diet not only adds to their longevity, but can significantly influence their behavior.

These swaps we suggest are inspired by nature and aligned with what your dog was meant to consume, fulfilling their instincts as well as providing the nutrition they need.

Most if these suggestions can be found at your local natural pet store, or through intentional treat companies like or , see our $$$ highlight for a hookup on our favorites!

09/11/2024

🍂September Pop-ups + Zoom Q&A🍂

to join us for these small group training opportunities in fill out the form through the link in our pop-up highlight, be sure to choose the link for the area you’re located in as we are hosting these in both Eugene and Portland!

I do Eugene pop-up on the 22nd as well as the Portland pop-up on the 28th will be structured very similarly to our old pack walks, spending the entire day of the time simply walking together.

The pop-up in Eugene on the 17th will have more training exercises, determined by those who want to attend!

As always, our Zoom Q&A is open to everyone! Come with questions in relation to anything, dog training, nutrition, wellness, business and more! The link will be posted to stories the day of.

09/06/2024

📣 Alisha joined the crew 📣

She’s diving into holistic nutrition & hanging with our favorite folks!

For most of our handlers working with Fur & Ferns is part-time & it’s just so special when they’re able to find another position that’s aligned with our values based in nature.

We’re so proud of Alisha for taking the leap out of conventional vet med to honor her interest in natural pet care & her personal wellbeing.

You can catch her at the counter on Fridays and Saturdays, ready to support you in your shopping!

09/03/2024

Everybody wish Jess a happy first day as she hits the streets of Eugene with a handful of our longtime Club Members!

Some of these dogs we’ve been lovin on for nearly 3-4 years now… it’s a bittersweet transition that opens up the door to so much more! 🥹🤝🏼🐶

I’m so glad I got that call with a number that had my hometown area code… from a girl who had just moved from Chicago and was looking for an aligned opportunity with dogs… just after mentioning to the team that we needed to grow more before we’d be able to give more in the way we were wanting to.

THANK YOU UNIVERSE FOR MAKING IT HAPPEN.💫

I just think it’s so special the way that Jess and I were both able to speak/seek our desires, and have them met by each other. So much of this “business” has been built on magic like that, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

08/29/2024

For many the decision to get a dog comes from a desire to GAIN cuddles, companionship, protection, and so forth… not nearly enough are they considering what they have to GIVE to the dog.

If they do consider what they have to give, it’s commonly as minimal as kids to play with or a backyard to roam.

Dogs are so much more than a test of your children’s responsibility, they’re so much more than an accessory in your holiday photo, or a lawn ornament that keeps the squirrels away.

Dogs require quality time, individualized training, life experiences beyond the backyard, lots of physical fulfillment, outlets for their instincts and deep connection to their people.

Do you have time - intention - presence to give?

If you already have a dog, is your relationship mutually beneficial? Are you filling their cup or just asking them to pour into yours??

When you ask them to regulate their emotions in your presence, are you regulating yours?

08/20/2024

🌿 Welcome Jess to the team in Eugene! 🌿

Jess recently moved from Chicago where she worked as a dog walker for three years!
Through her daily walks and frequent pet sitting jobs, she watched consistency and routine bring out the best in dogs. Jess is passionate about creating an environment where dogs can feel at ease.

Jess’ love for dogs started with her childhood chihuahua who taught her about advocating on a dogs behalf and respecting boundaries. She’s excited to do the same for our club members!

When she’s not with dogs, she’s back home with her cats, Crumb and Celery, who love couch time and a movie.

Jess is excited to join the pack and explore Eugene!

🐾 To connect with Jess for weekly outings or pet sitting, see the contact form on our website! 🐾

08/15/2024

practicing place with pals in an empty parking lot 🤌🏼

drop one of your favorite low distraction locations to train in the comments ⬇️

08/09/2024

✨ Welcome Karina to the Fur & Ferns club! ✨

She is joining us in Portland as a club handler, bringing inspiring amounts of passion & experience.

Karina has been working with dogs for 8 years as a kennel attendant at multiple daycares, an animal care technician at the Humane Society, Wag walker, Rover sitter, & most recently as a trainer.

She recently moved from the Bay Area in California and is continuously looking for ways to learn and support both dogs & humans.

She enjoys hiking, rock climbing, & spending time with her partner, friends, and family.

Karina was led to joining Fur & Ferns because she has been on a journey with her personal dogs to grow their relationship and knows first hand the value of having a community like this one to keep moving forward. Fur & Ferns inspires Karina to look at dogs in a holistic manner and continuously work toward supporting other people in building their own relationships with their dogs.

🐶 To join the club & get your dog out with Karina, fill out our contact form on the website & request her as your handler. 🐶

08/07/2024

🐶 HD types as dogs 🐶

& I will be announcing a LIVE soon to discuss our own design and how it’s reflected in our roles as dog guardians….

in the meantime, enjoy this silly ole just for fun post combining dog breeds and HD types!

do you have any questions you’d like us to answer during the LIVE?

Get your free HD chart & schedule a session with to explore more!