CAL K9s

CAL K9s Dog training and behavior modification. Dog sports and events. Boarding. The same goes for anyone who may accompany them on training day **

** All owners and handlers train at their own risk of injury and health along with their dog(s)'s health and risk of injury.

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12/12/2024

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We are making room for some new stock in 2025 so we are offering a deep discount on all blems available for 48 hours! Stock up in time for the holidays. Run to the website and fill your cart up with savings! Starting at 12:01am Thursday morning through Friday at midnight!

🦊 As we say goodbye to November, we want to give a shoutout to all the amazing dogs and their owners that trained with u...
12/11/2024

🦊 As we say goodbye to November, we want to give a shoutout to all the amazing dogs and their owners that trained with us this past month! (And some still with us finishing out their programs) From mastering new skills and building confidence, each dog made great progress, and we couldn't be more thrilled for them.

We are always thankful for the dedicated owners who trust us with their dogs. We also want to give an extra thank you for your patience during the unexpected loss of Jodi's step dad. Thank you for being extra flexible, caring, and understanding.

We're excited for December! πŸŽ„

πŸ‘» As we say goodbye to October, we want to give a shoutout to all the amazing dogs and their owners that trained with us...
11/05/2024

πŸ‘» As we say goodbye to October, we want to give a shoutout to all the amazing dogs and their owners that trained with us this past month! (And some still with us finishing out their programs) From mastering new skills and building confidence, each dog made great progress, and we couldn't be prouder of them. Thank you to all the dedicated owners who trusted us with their dogs. We're excited for November! πŸ¦ƒ πŸ‚

πŸ§‘πŸ–€πŸ‘» the spooky dog van
10/22/2024

πŸ§‘πŸ–€πŸ‘» the spooky dog van

10/06/2024

Dogs are dogs. They're not fur babies. They're not children. They're dogs.

That doesn't mean I don't love my dogs. It doesn't mean you can't call them your "kids" or "fur children." But for their sake, respect that they are dogs. Treat them well, but treat them as they should be.

People humanizing dogs is actually what's getting a lot of them put down, rehomed, dumped, and loaded with behavioral issues.

The best way to honor and love your dog is to respect the fact that they are different from us. That's part of what makes them so amazing!!

Bringing home a new dog and giving it whatever it wants, whenever it wants, is not setting them up for success. It may feel good to "spoil" them. I get it, but what you're actually doing is creating a brat.

I hear this often: "My dog bit our friend on the couch because he thinks the couch is his." OK, who let them think that? The dog didn't just waltz in and claim your couch. The dog wasn't given boundaries to begin with. I let my dogs on the couch, but if I tell them to get off and go to their bed, they will without hesitation. They've earned that privilege based on respect, trust, and understanding.

If you want to "spoil" your dog, do it by setting them up for success. Exercise them, give them boundaries, give them a job, and give them what they actually need instead of the latest squeaky toy. The time you spend playing with your dog means more than the toy itself.

Love your dog. Cherish your dog. Respect your dog, but for the love of the dog, TREAT THEM LIKE A DOG.

(And before anyone wants to say something silly...My dogs are my family. They literally signed my marriage certificate, but they also have boundaries. Just like any healthy family should!)

10/01/2024

🐾 Transform Your Dog’s Walking and Recall Skills in Just 2 Weeks! 🐾

Is your dog pulling on the leash or having trouble coming when called? Our 2-Week Loose Leash and Recall Program is designed to address these common issues.

πŸ“… Program Highlights:
Engagement Drills: Boost your dog’s focus and responsiveness.
Recall Training: Teach reliable recall in various environments.
Loose Leash Walking: Perfect your dog’s walking manners.

During your dog’s stay with us, they will enjoy a structured and enrichment-filled routine, tailored to optimize their training and ensure lasting results.

πŸ’₯ What’s Included:
2-Week Board & Train Program
3 Private Lessons to reinforce and fine-tune skills. 1 Go home lesson. 2 lessons to be used anywhere you desire.
All Necessary Tools provided. ($330 value)

πŸ’° Cost:
Standard Program: $1300
Reactive Dogs: $1500 (for specialized handling and training)

✨ Future Discounts:
Boarding: $40 per day after your dog completes the training program.
Sports training: Discounted season pool passes and much more!
Free training meet-ups: Continue your dog’s training with our help alongside other reliable dogs that have completed our programs.
Lifetime support of your dog!

Give your dog the gift of better behavior and a stronger bond with you. Spots are limited, so book today and set your dog up for success! 🐢✨

πŸ“ž Call us at 615-442-6778 or send us a message for more details and to reserve your spot!

Dog training and behavior modification. Dog sports and events. Boarding.

As we say goodbye to September, we want to give a shoutout to all the amazing dogs and their owners that trained with us...
10/01/2024

As we say goodbye to September, we want to give a shoutout to all the amazing dogs and their owners that trained with us this past month! (And some still with us finishing out their programs) From mastering new skills and building confidence, each dog made great progress, and we couldn't be prouder of them. Thank you to all the dedicated owners who trusted us with their dogs. We're excited for October! πŸŽƒπŸ‘»

09/30/2024

Having been a veterinarian for almost 3 decades, I have seen the tide of how animals are treated change drastically. When I graduated dogs were dogs, now dogs are considered to be higher ranking than people. In our crazy world, people love their dogs more than they love their own families and they treat their dogs better than they treat other humans and I am sorry to say that we are destroying our dogs mental health because of it.

It is increasingly common to go into an exam room and have a dog that is growling at me and trying to bite and the owner is petting it telling it that it is a good dog. It is NOT being a good dog and it should not be rewarded for growling and trying to bite. It is important that we train our dogs properly and we use right language with them. Never is it ok for a dog to growl and try and bite in an exam room where nothing horrible is happening to them and feeding into that behavior does not make it better for your dog, it trains them that their fear is a good thing and it is not.

Mental disorders are exponentially increasing in our dogs and it is us owners fault. Please stop treating your dog like it is some fragile child and start treating it like it is a dog. TRAIN them and teach them commands and correct them when they are wrong and stop thinking you are going to hurt their feelings if you do. Dogs are dogs, not small humans. They need training and proper instructions or it leads to horrible anxiety issues in them and I can assure that that behavior is going to hurt your feelings way more than being an adult and training your dog to be a good dog instead of a spoiled child.

The following are a few copied excerpts from an article that I read this morning from a dog trainer. I feel like there are a good reminder for all of us on exactly what are dogs are and what they need.

"Your dog is a dog, not a human child. Constant unearned affection is a killer and creates an unhealthy addiction for both dog and owner. Your dog will love you unconditionally but will never respect you unless you give it reason to.

The most basic of basics, your dog must learn how to be still in any situation. If your dog can’t be still around any distraction, you will never have control.
Recall
Sit
Down
Walk nicely on leash
Out, meaning release anything in your mouth

You MUST have a language dedicated to your dog that your dog can learn by you being consistent and applying meaning to the words you use. Your dog MUST know what yes means, but also MUST know what NO means. If nothing comes after those words, yes equals reward for good, no equals correction for bad, your dog will never give meaning to either. Your dog’s name is not a command, or correction. NO should not be your dog’s middle name.

The training starts the second you bring the dog home."

Reschedule dates for agility and lure try-its!
09/28/2024

Reschedule dates for agility and lure try-its!

πŸŽƒπŸΎ Join Us for Spooky Saturday Try-Its! πŸΎπŸŽƒ

Looking for a fun and spooky way to bond with your dog this fall? Join us on October 12th for our Spooky Saturday Try-Its!

πŸ“… Dates: October 12th
πŸ•™ Agility: 10 AM - 12 PM ($30 per dog)
πŸ•› Lure Coursing: 12 PM - 2 PM ($25 per dog)
πŸ’₯ Try both sports for $50!

πŸ”Έ Agility Try-Its – 15 minutes of hands-on training with your dog and a trainer. Dogs will be handled by trainers.
πŸ”Έ Lure Coursing – Two exciting runs, 3-5 minutes each, depending on your dog’s conditioning!

Come for one or all events and get your pup moving. Don’t miss out on this chance for some spooky fun!

πŸ“ Gallatin, TN
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09/12/2024

Slowly putting videos together of some of our favorite success stories!

Meet Annie and Ruby, once at odds and fighting on site, now back to being good pals! Through dedicated training,clarity, boundaries, and a shift in mindset, we've helped these two learn to coexist peacefully, even during exciting moments again.

We're grateful to have played a part in their journey, and are grateful for the opportunity to make an impact on their lives.

If you're experiencing similar challenges with your dogs, know that the change is possible with the right approach and dedication by you! πŸ₯°πŸΎ πŸ’«

Reach out today and let's work together!
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09/11/2024

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πŸŽƒπŸΎ Join Us for Spooky Friday Try-Its! πŸΎπŸŽƒLooking for a fun and spooky way to bond with your dog this fall? Join us on Sep...
09/05/2024

πŸŽƒπŸΎ Join Us for Spooky Friday Try-Its! πŸΎπŸŽƒ

Looking for a fun and spooky way to bond with your dog this fall? Join us on September 13, 20, and 27 for our Spooky Friday Try-Its!

πŸ“… Dates: September 13, 20, 27
πŸ•™ Agility: 10 AM - 12 PM ($30 per dog)
πŸ•› Lure Coursing: 12 PM - 2 PM ($25 per dog)
πŸ’₯ Try both sports for $50!

πŸ”Έ Agility Try-Its – 15 minutes of hands-on training with your dog and a trainer. Dogs will be handled by trainers.
πŸ”Έ Lure Coursing – Two exciting runs, 3-5 minutes each, depending on your dog’s conditioning!

Come for one or all events and get your pup moving. Don’t miss out on this chance for some spooky fun!

πŸ“ Gallatin, TN
πŸ–€πŸ’€ SIGN UP https://square.link/u/MLriQnq2 πŸ’€πŸ–€

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