Sits'N' Wiggles Dog Training

04/17/2025

UPDATE! START DATE HAS CHANGED TO JUNE 5TH! There is only 1 spot left in this class!

Join our AKC Canine Good Citizen Class and watch your dog thrive! This 8-week program is designed to teach essential skills while preparing your furry friend for the prestigious CGC title. Don't miss out on this opportunity to strengthen your bond!

Dogs do NOT have to be AKC registered to take the class or the CGC Test at the end.

04/04/2025

Discover the joy of a well-trained dog! 🌟 Visit sitsnwigglesdogtraining.com for expert tips and personalized solutions that will help your furry friend thrive and bring happiness to your home.

04/03/2025

A wagging tail and a happy bark can tell a thousand stories! 🐾💖 What’s a cherished memory you have with your pup that always brings a smile to your face?

03/31/2025

Stress-free walks are just a training session away! 🐕✨ Experience the joy of taking your dog out without the hassle of pulling or distractions, thanks to our effective, reward-based leash training techniques.

03/29/2025

Celebrate the joy of spring with our Senior Sale! Enjoy 25% off private training sessions for dogs aged 7 and older, and help your beloved companion learn new tricks while enjoying the beautiful weather.

Old Dogs can always learn new tricks!

03/27/2025

Every dog has that one moment that makes us laugh out loud! What’s the funniest training moment you’ve experienced with your pup? We want to hear your stories! 😂🐕

03/26/2025

Engaging the nose and the brain is so important for the welfare of the dog! This is a great graphic about it!

Run for longer ❓ Walk faster ⏱️Throw that ball for longer ⚽
When is enough, enough ....because these dogs just won't stop!
We can inadvertently "feed" these dogs insatiable need for movement and exercise.
With the best of intentions we think we are helping to tire them out when many times all we are doing is creating a dog with incredible stamina that is hooked into an adrenaline fueled cycle that we have inadvertently created.
Is a tired dog a "good" dog or are they just physically exhausted and when they wake the never ending loop begins all over again.
In the comments is a bit of an eye opening video that can help you and your dog get out of this eternal cycle.

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03/20/2025

I have to say how proud I am of my dogs! We have been working on them not taking food from my kids even if they offer it to reduce risk of them getting a food that could be dangerous for them. I was feeding Jade some blueberries as a treat and my daughter tried to give her one but she wouldn't take it. Instead, she looked at me waiting for me to let her know that it was ok to take it. We have been working on their boundaries around my kids and their food and it's so awesome to see the work paying off!
Things like this are important to teach your dogs and your kids. Not only is it an extra safety measure for your dogs, but it helps teach the kids that they can't feed the dogs their snacks as well.

03/19/2025

My Story:
When I was growing up, I loved training the dogs we had in our family. I loved seeing what they could learn and how much fun they had doing it. I originally pursued a career in veterinary medicine, but when we found out we were expecting our son, I started looking more into canine behavior. That is when I got my first certification as a Dog Obedience Trainer/Instructor through Penn Foster College. I loved the course and learned so much from it! I created my business in 2020 and have since been working with many dogs of all ages, breeds and sizes. I have learned even more throughout the years and decided to pursue another certification as a Service Dog Trainer through Animal Behavior College. I have absolutely loved working with dogs and their owners to help them build a foundation and address stubborn behaviors, I cannot wait to see what the future brings for my business and my clients!

03/16/2025

Unlock your dog's potential today! Visit sitsnwigglesdogtraining.com for expert tips and personalized training solutions that can transform your furry friend into a well-behaved companion. 🐾✨

Services include:
Service Dog Training
Private Sessions
Aggression
Behavior Modification
Foundation and Puppy Manners
Group Classes
And Virtual Training

Don't wait! Contact me today to take that first step!

03/11/2025

Did you know that dogs can detect diseases like cancer and diabetes through their remarkable sense of smell? Research shows that trained dogs can identify specific odors associated with various illnesses, making them invaluable in medical detection and service dog task work.

03/08/2025

Teressa said it so well. When dogs are scared, in pain or overwhelmed from stimuli, aversives like prong and e-collars are not helping the situation. They are taking away the dog's communication and their only way to say that they are uncomfortable.
There are no 'easy' solutions or 'quick fixes'

THIS! Having a reactive dog is HARD, and we’ve been there. These are some great tips!

Remember, your dog is not giving you a hard time; they are having a hard time.

The last thing you would do is try to put a reactive dog in a class; it's way too much and will push them over their threshold. We have experienced, certified trainers who can help you with this; reach out if you need help, and we do it without using choke, prong, or shock collars.

03/02/2025

Crates can be so valuable!

Just let them cry it out ⚠️
Crates are really divisive (is there anything in dog training that isn't❓) and I know in some countries they are illegal to use or are banned completely.
If you do decide to use one, a crate MUST be introduced well, positively and it just can't be rushed.
You can only proceed at your pup's or dog's pace. At the top right corner of this graphic are probably the most important words when it comes to this.
Having a timeline in our heads is unhelpful as we may get frustrated when it just doesn't happen in the "two weeks" we have allotted.
It takes time, it takes effort and above all it takes a commitment to NOT skip steps with this.
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02/28/2025

For the entire month of March I will be running a spring time promotion! Contact me to take advantage of these great deals!

02/23/2025

Meet Hercules!

This boy has a personality as big as he is. He LOVES the snow and rolling in it. He also likes to see just how far he can sling his slobber 😂

We have been working with hercules on his leash manners, recall and being calmer with his greetings. He doesn't always understand just how big he is. Hercules has been so much fun to work with and I enjoy our sessions.

02/23/2025

My journey into dog training began with a love for animals and a desire to help them. I started pursuing veterinary medicine, but soon changed to canine behavior. While I still have a passion for veterinary medicine, I have loved working with dogs of all sizes and watching their relationships with their families grow through the use of positive reinforcement. Every milestone achieved has fueled the passion to help dogs and their owners connect on a deeper level. Which is why I am always working to expand my knowledge to be able to better help my clients and their dogs.