SeaDog Training

12/31/2023

10/07/2023

Kindness makes you the most beautiful person in the world no matter what you look like ♥️

10/04/2023

What do you think your pet(s) might be dreaming about? ❤️ Comment below 😀

07/17/2023

K9 Summer Fun Classes & Safety -

OUCH! That Pavement is HOT! A good rule is to touch the ground with your hand - if it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for your dogs pads! Walk your dogs in the early morning or after sunset if you can.

04/21/2023

🐾Does your dog want you to take them to a training class? We have a few spaces available for Life Skills (basic manners) this Saturday morning (4/21) 11AM at the Dude Ranch in Glen Allen. ph 804-798-7900 to sign up.

03/24/2023

02/14/2023

Happy Valentine's Day!

Happy Valentine’s Day ❤️

02/11/2023

I’m teaching group classes at The Ranch this month. Come play! I’m hoping to fill agility - exciting! ❤️

Dude Ranch Pet Resort® is Richmond's safest, most luxurious and certified true pet resort. Contact us today for true resort care and personalized attention for your pet.

01/31/2023

Dogs die. But dogs live, too. Right up until they die, they live. They live brave, beautiful lives. They protect their families. And love us. And make our lives a little brighter. And they don't waste time being afraid of tomorrow.
Dan Gemeinhart ~

James Swanson

11/06/2022

Amen! ❤️🙏

10/25/2022

Group Training Classes NEW! -

We are excited to announce that training classes are back at the Dude Ranch Pet Resort in Glen Allen at our 5,000sf climate controlled performance space.

08/10/2022

Get them a vet checkup! Has your dog seen their vet yet this year? If you’re lucky, it’s been a while since your dog has needed to see their vet. But a friendly check-up can include asking questions about the latest science available for your dog’s health.

08/10/2022

National Spoil Your Dog Day 💝 - https://mailchi.mp/cb1bab2011bb/how-to-celebrate-earth-day-with-your-dog-13896247

07/15/2022

Dog logic:

07/04/2022

Thanks, Debby!

Modern rewards based methods trainer PSA:

~If your trainer tells you that your dog is not allowed to sniff on walks, get a new trainer.
~If your trainer tells you that your dog is not allowed to potty on walks, get a new trainer.
~If your trainer tells you that you need to be alpha or dominant over your dog, get a new trainer.
~If your trainer teaches you to punish your dog if they don't do what you have asked, get a new trainer.
~If your trainer tells you that you need to be "in charge" of your dog, get a new trainer.
~If your trainer tells you that you need a prong collar or a choke chain to walk your dog or train your dog, get a new trainer.
~If your trainer tells you that tossing a rolled up and taped towel at your dog when they are doing something you don't like, is an appropriate way to address that behavior, get a new trainer.
~If your trainer tells you that shaking a can full of coins at your dog is an effective way to deter behaviors you don't like, get a new trainer.
~If your trainer tells you that shaking your finger in your dog's face and loudly shouting no at your dog is a way to help your dog make better choices, get a new trainer.
~If your trainer suggests that you need an expensive electronic collar with a remote button that they are calling a stim or an e-collar instead of what it actually is, a shock collar, in order to train your dog effectively, get a new trainer.
~If your trainer suggest poking your dog with your finger and hissing at him or her is an effective way to modify their behavior, get a new trainer.
~If your trainer suggests leash correcting your dog in order to help make them make better choices on walks, get a new trainer.
~If your trainer suggest that your dog does not need rewarded for making good choices, get a new trainer.
~If your trainer makes any suggestions at all that make you feel like your dog is uncomfortable, scared, stressed, or concerned in any way, throw that trainer out of your house and be your dog's voice and get a new trainer.

The real message here is that your dog depends on you to keep him or her safe. You do not have to tolerate people using outdated methods and calling it training. Some day this industry will have regulation to keep you and your dog safer. Until then, your dog depends on you and your choices. Choose your trainer wisely. And choose kindness. ❤

Below is my dog Kenzo, who has only known modern rewards based methodology training and at 160 #, is larger than I am. Anyone who has met him knows what a mannerly boy he is.

The link below is to an article that discusses a study that determined that not only is using modern rewards based methods the most reliable training method, but that dogs punished as part of training, had stress cortisol in their saliva.

https://avsab.org/positive-reinforcement-is-more-effective-at-training-dogs-than-an-electronic-collar-study-shows/

05/28/2022

Sniff

Tugs at the 💗 because everyday I was so happy to see my mommy!
All dogs should feel this way and the parent should as well!
Hope you all had a pawsome weekend! "Hug 'em and love 'em tight, tomorrow is never promised!" ~ Parker

05/09/2022

Happy Mothers Day!

04/22/2022

Our latest newsletter is out!
https://mailchi.mp/64b861c505fb/how-to-celebrate-earth-day-with-your-dog

03/26/2022

SeaDog is part of a coalition of informed, ethical and human organizations

03/21/2022

03/15/2022

Leashes on trails help keep you and your dog safe! It’s also the law in many places. If you need help making it a better experience, the right harness, leash and training can work wonders.

03/15/2022

Spring means critters that were dormant are just coming out and can be easily disturbed. Keep your dogs safe by watching where their noses poke. 😀

08/06/2021

Thanks, Derek! 😂😂

07/30/2021

Best medicine ever!

06/23/2021

Do you have a new puppy? Our popular handout on Housetraining is posted on the blog. Check it out!

https://www.bohemedog.com/2021/05/25/housetraining-for-puppies/

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02/25/2020

Animal Communication appointment times are available this week! Book online to talk with Dana and your pet over the phone. 15 minute or 30 minute sessions are perfect for most owners. Let's catch up if we haven't spoken in a while, or give this a try! 🐶😻❤️
https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=12580655&appointmentType=category:Boh%C3%A8me%20Dog

Schedule your appointment online Bohème Dog