Controlled K-9

12/06/2024

When you try something new, everyone learns! Great time making floral arrangements while our K-9’s held place. Special thanks to Kathy Richardson for sharing her designer skills!

11/28/2024

Here’s a special poem for all the furry paws under all the Thanksgiving tables!

Family gathers ‘round the table

Set with turkey, yams and dressing,
Holding hands and bowing heads
Thanking God for every blessing.

Platters steaming, bowls are brimming,
Dishes circle like a wreath.

Though the tabletop is tempting,
I’m drawn to something underneath.

At my feet I feel a tapping
A paw that tells me someone’s there.
Perhaps he’s hoping for a morsel.
But instead, I say a prayer.

Thank you God for furry paws

That sweetly nudge and jump and run.
Thank you for the tail that wags
Unceasingly, never done.

For ears that hear me drawing near,
For the nose so cold and wet,
The fur so soft (unless it rains)
That’s warm and comforting to pet.


For the eyes that tell me how he feels,
And the gaze I never tire of.
The tongue that kisses sloppily.
The faithful heart so full of love.

Thanksgiving is a time of year
Acknowledgments abound.
Appreciation multiplies

For loved ones all around.

So, I’m thankful for friends and family
And each gift God shall enable.
And I’m thankful for my loyal dog
Who waits underneath the table.
🦃🍁
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

11/15/2024

Great read, every step is an adventure with our canines, don’t get caught up in the world to miss connecting and building that strong bond…you’ll be an unstoppable team! 🐾

Walk with me; don’t just walk me. Slow down and see the world as I do. I know you’ve got things to do, places to be. But out here, with the ground beneath our feet and the sky above us, there’s a whole world worth noticing.
The autumn chill is in the air today, crisp and full of new smells. It’s different from yesterday, and different from the day before. Every day is new. The leaves crunch under my paws, and I stop to breathe in the rich, earthy scent of them. To you, it might just be a pile of leaves, but to me, it’s a story—one I can’t help but dive into, nose first.
There’s a squirrel somewhere nearby, I can sense it, darting up a tree, its tiny heart beating fast. And the wind carries whispers of things far away: a family cooking dinner, the trace of a cat that passed by early this morning, and the faint perfume of flowers holding on to their last bit of summer. It’s all here, swirling around us if you just take the time to notice.
You tug on the leash, eager to move on, and I can tell you’re thinking about something far away from here. But when we walk, truly walk, you and I can be in this moment together. Feel the cool air brush against your skin, let it wake you up. Notice how the sun filters through the branches, casting shadows that dance on the pavement. Hear the crunch of the leaves beneath our steps, like a secret rhythm just for us.
To you, it might be just another walk, a daily routine to tick off the list. But for me, every step is an adventure. Each scent is a clue, each sound a piece of a puzzle. When you walk with me, really walk with me, you’ll see it too. The world is bigger than what we’re rushing toward. It’s right here, in the small moments, in the quiet spaces between your thoughts.
So, slow down. Breathe. Let the chill fill your lungs and the colours fill your eyes. Walk with me, don’t just walk me. See the world as I do, if only for a little while. It’s all waiting for you, just beneath the surface.

(Stolen from a friend & AI image)

11/15/2024

Huge shout out to The Clothier and Hunt + Gather for an awesome night of training and shopping. We are so grateful for this opportunity!! Also special thanks to Kim Barnes and Alexiss Sherman for the photos! 😎❤️

10/29/2024

Costume contest today with voting by the residents! It was a tie between team Gayle, Phil and Clove as spiderwebs with their spooky spider Curry and team Terry the Sheriff with her deputy Sadie arresting the bandit Gary “Grizzly”. Thank you Thornapple Manor for having us!

10/25/2024

Great time at Heidi’ farm stand tonight. The focus in the pumpkin patch was intense for some when every pumpkin looks like a giant ball 🎃

10/15/2024

Oh the places we will go! Sharpening our skills on every adventure together 😎🐾❤️

09/29/2024

What an amazing day spent at Benjamin’s Hope Harvest Festival. The teams were beyond fantastic today! 🤩

09/27/2024

Advanced Class visit to the apple orchard. We train everywhere! Special thanks to Lyn Briel for the photos!

09/18/2024

Same here! Might not be shy but the rest is accurate. You had me at snacks! 😜

09/16/2024

Great job to the Calhoun County Canine Officer! 😎

Police are crediting a police dog with discovering a large amount of drugs on Interstate 94 late Saturday night.

09/13/2024

Thank you Wildwood Family farms for the wonderful sips and stems event. Our class was able to participate and had a wonderful time! Teams did amazing and enjoyed picking a bouquet. Special thanks to Kim Barnes and Jennifer Deraway for the photos!

09/11/2024

We remember all the brave souls! 🇺🇸

Today, we remember the brave souls of 9/11, including the incredible rescue dogs who worked alongside first responders.

These brave animals worked tirelessly alongside rescue teams, helping to search for survivors and providing comfort to those in need.

Their contributions deserve to be remembered, not just for what they did in the immediate aftermath of 9/11, but for the lasting impact they’ve had on the world of working dogs.

https://www.workingdogmagazine.com/remembering-the-dogs-of-911/

08/27/2024

Advanced class visited the residents at Benjamin’s Hope today for a short presentation and joyful greetings! Great job teams!! 😎❤️🐾

07/24/2024

Proofing through any distractions makes for a great time! 🤓😎

07/16/2024

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07/04/2024

What a fantastic time at class today! Umbrellas are not scary objects…

07/02/2024

Great pet safety tips for your 4th of July! Keep your companion safe! 🇺🇸🐾