MDMT Dog Training, Inc.

08/13/2024

I’ve had sooooo much fun with my virtual lessons. I’ve had a virtual lesson every day since I tore the ligaments in my ankle. I’m always thrilled to hear how successful they are. I know me and worked so hard to make the videos amazing. I’m really proud of them ☺️ Added bonus I get to train people from all over the country (and world). This pic is from my Chicago client. How cute is he?!?! 😍

08/12/2024

MDMT’s Monday Foster Dog Spotlight✨ This is Cheesecake💚 He is estimated to be between 6 months and 1 year old. He was severely underweight when he was found. He’s a beautiful pit mix! (I can attest to this since I met him briefly while he was out and about making friends 😍) He was rescued in Jacksonville FL. The current foster parents would love for him to stay local if possible. He is 100% lover boy, all he wants is affection and play time. He is extremely vocal towards other dogs but is only trying to get the other dogs to play. He is dog friendly and gets along well with the other dog in the foster home. He loves pup cups, cheese, and bacon. He is currently getting 3 big meals a day to try and get some weight on him. He is on flea and tick prevention. He has been on a 6 day hold with the Jax humane society. He is neutered and up to date on vaccines. He will need some patience, due to his past and he hasn’t had training yet. (Reminder, a heavily discounted training lesson from me comes with him🐾) If interested contact (904) 742-4501.

08/08/2024

I’m back! In a boot and on one crutch but I finally was able to do my first in home lesson since the ankle injury. So happy! 🐾🖤🐾🖤🐾🖤🐾🖤✨

08/08/2024

You guys! It’s my friend Turkey’s 3rd birthday! if you’ve done my virtual lessons, you’ve seen Turkey in the videos. It blows my mind he’s three years old today! Time sure flies! Please take a moment and wish Turkey bird a very happy birthday with me. HAPPIEST OF BIRTHDAYS SWEET BOY! 🥳✨

08/05/2024

MDMT’s Monday Foster Dog Spotlight✨

URGENT FOSTERS NEEDED
A litter of 10 puppies was found this morning outside alone in some bushes. No mom is in sight, but the finder is actively looking.
We need a foster or 2 to step up and help us so we can get them to safety.
If you can help, please let us know and fill out our foster app on fursisters.org

08/05/2024

Great storm tips!

⛈️ STORM SAFETY REMINDERS

With another tropical storm headed our way, it’s time to plan accordingly to protect your pets.

🐾 During turbulent weather, the best thing you can do is keep all pets inside. Dogs are especially prone to storm anxiety and stress. If they get loose, they could easily become disoriented, which can lead to getting lost or injured. Cats could also face the same concerns.

🐾 Secure your yard. Check your fences & gates for any damage or compromised areas. Take dogs on a leash if you go into the yard for a potty break during the storm.

🐾 Advise your kiddos to be extra careful & vigilant with opening doors, etc.

🐾 Make sure your pets are properly equipped with current identification. If they have a collar with an ID tag, it’s recommended to wear that. Microchip information should be confirmed to be registered & up-to-date.

🐾 If your pet tends to suffer from noise & storm anxiety, now is the time to get prepared. Have a crate ready in a quiet, secure room. If medication helps, have that accessible and available. Thundershirts, calming supplements, soothing music etc can all be helpful too.

*️⃣ Our shelters are at capacity. Many cannot take in animals right now. It is going to be an extra burden on them to take in any escaped pets so please do your part by being a responsible pet owner. Keep your pets close and supervised.

✅ Our facility was designed & built to withstand significant weather events. The animals in our care will be safe if this storm ramps up.

Please take care of yourself and your animal family ❤️

07/31/2024

I don’t do widespread deals often anymore. Take advantage!

07/30/2024

I was lucky enough to get an amazing update about one of my favorite girls, Alice, and her newfound love and respect for her kitty fam. And I thought what better way to heal than updates from my past & current clients. Please post pics or updates (or you can text me directly) of my sweet clientele 🐾

07/30/2024

This is awesome.

WHAT THE F?

Recognising stress responses in dogs.

Fight or flight are well known reactions to fear or stress, but these other “F” words are also important to understand and be aware of as they may not always be so obvious.

Freeze, Fawn, Fidget or Fool around are also responses to stress or fear and are also commonly seen in people.

Some dogs may have a genetic predisposition to one type of response while some react based on previous experience - what has worked for them before or what hasn’t. Some dogs have different reactions depending on the specific context.

Recognising and taking note of situations or circumstances where these responses are seen is important in understanding how our dogs are feeling.

When we recognise a fear or a stress response, we are able to intervene and advocate for our dogs.

07/29/2024

AMAZING UPDATE!!!! Lady and Todd found a wonderful home! ✨ They are going to be so loved and spoiled. Happy is an understatement. Speechless that their dream came true. Hugest thank you to and for all that you did👏🏽 So many people stepped up. It took a community. I will never forget these people, rescues, businesses, etc that contributed to Lady and Todd’s happily ever after ❤️✨

07/28/2024

While I’m healing from my ankle injury, I’m going to offer a discount on virtual lessons and consultation calls.
Virtual lessons: includes video(s) of training, handouts, and a Zoom or FT call to go over everything together. Normally $95. For the month of August $75

Consultation call: normal call that lasts 30-60 minutes where I answer any questions and provide guidance. Normally $35. For August $25

Call or text to schedule 904-214-4699

07/23/2024

Annabelle is affectionate but not clingy…at all. She’s super independent. But this dollface absolutely will not leave my side and follows me around everywhere. It’s so not like her which makes this behavior so beautiful. She’s fully aware something isn’t right and even though she’s apprehensive of the crutches, she still is right by me. I love her so 🤍
Dogs Are Magic 💕✨

07/22/2024

Because of my dumb ankle I couldn’t go see the babers today 🐶🐶. Missing Lady and Todd already but so thankfully for Doug Keeling for taking them out for a fun outing/walk and so gratefully for Jonathan Spencer for taking such amazing care of them at Vanity Furs Pet Salon and Hotel. I adore you both and thank you for checking on me too ☺️🩶. Please don’t forget Lady and Todd still desperately need a forever home💕 [email protected] 🙏🏽

07/22/2024

MDMT’s Monday Foster Dog Spotlight✨ This is Kitt, he is 10 weeks old, weighs 7 lbs and is a pointer/pittie mix. He was rescued in a Mississippi Starbucks parking lot but would love to live in the sunshine state! He will become your shadow and loves to sleep in your arms. He wants to play with both small and large dogs. Cats unknown. He knows to potty outside or on puppy pads. He is very playful and cuddly and will play tug-a-war for hours. He gobbles up carrots and LOVES peanut butter. The vet said he is healthy but a little too skinny, we are working to get him to his healthy puppy weight. He is up to date on his vaccines. He would make a great addition to any home! Kitt is sponsored by the Gulfport humane society and they have a transport option for $125!!! Contact Nicole if interested in this adorable pupper (860) 455-5359

07/19/2024

Just want to give some very special recognition to one of the best humans on the planet and Lady and Todd’s angel. Val with is the person who has coordinated all efforts to help these pups from caring for them directly to hustling like no one’s business to get the word out. When these babies find a home, it will be this lady that is crying the biggest happy tears. She is a true gem 💎 ✨ If you are interested in giving Lady and Todd a forever home, email [email protected]

07/18/2024

Guess who made the news!!! 😃 [email protected]

Meet Lady and Todd - these two pups tragically lost their owner a few days ago and are in desperate need of the perfect home. Ideally together if possible. The last day anyone heard from their owner/dad was June 28 and sadly the dogs were in the home with him for 5-7 days before being discovered. Bo...

07/17/2024

“Hi guys! Can you help us? Our names are Todd and Lady. Our dad died and we miss him so much. But lots of nice people have been taking care of us so we don’t have to go to the shelter. But we REALLY want someone special to love like we had with our dad. A nice home to chill out in sounds fantastic!We are both 6 yrs old, up to date on our shots, spay & neutered, and heartworm free (hooray!). If you will give us a chance, we will show you so much love and appreciation. We really are such good dogs (at least that’s what everyone that meets us keeps saying😃) Please share our story. Thank you everyone!”
Regards, Lady & Todd💕

If you’re interested in meeting them, please message [email protected] Let’s find these super sweet well deserving pups the home that they deserve. Their dad wouldn’t want anything less!❤️💔

07/11/2024

This is gonna make you smile, maybe even happy cry. The pups I posted previously whose dad died still need a foster or forever home. But in the meantime, the neighborhood has provided shelter from the rain, they feed them, give them fresh water, take them on regular walks, give them baths, and tons of affection too. It’s the most beautiful community effort I’ve ever seen. The dogs have received donations from businesses like Bark on Park and random people who have seen our posts and heard their story. Local businesses have shared our posts in droves and offered to help such as:
BrewHound
Congaree & Penn
Edgewoof Spa
Southern Roots/Cultivate
Bold City Brewery
Vanity Furs
Bark on Park
Bad to the Bone Pet Care
Sweet Theory
Kanine Social
City Struts
Dancy Street Dog Walker
Cinda Martin
Pet Wants
AND most importantly, Sit and Stay Jax, who has organized this effort 💕

We thank you all so very much. If you would like to help these pups, please let me know! Or if you could share their story so we can find them a forever home that would be amazing! [email protected]

07/11/2024

This is gonna make you smile, maybe even happy cry. The pups I posted previously whose dad died still need a foster or forever home. But in the meantime, the neighborhood has provided shelter from the rain, they feed them, give them fresh water, take them on regular walks, give them baths, and tons of affection too. It’s the most beautiful community effort I’ve ever seen. The dogs have received donations from businesses like Bark on Park and random people who have seen our posts and heard their story. Local businesses have shared our posts in droves and offered to help such as:
BrewHound
Congaree & Penn
Edgewoof Spa
Southern Roots/Cultivate
Bold City Brewery
Vanity Furs
Bark on Park
Bad to the Bone Pet Care
Sweet Theory
Kanine Social
City Struts
Dancy Street Dog Walker
Cinda Martin
Pet Wants
AND most importantly, Sit and Stay Jax, who has organized this effort 💕

We thank you all so very much. If you would like to help these pups, please let me know! Or if you could share their story so we can find them a forever home that would be amazing! [email protected]

07/10/2024

Today was business cards and donuts drop off to some of my favorite most supportive business. I love and deeply appreciate you all.
BARK ON PARK
Vanity Furs Pet Salon and Hotel
Birch Island Veterinary Center

Also Doug Keeling with Bad to the Bone and Val with Sit and Stay Jax.

Thank you for being my biggest fans 💚✨🐶😘

07/09/2024

CULTIVATING CALMNESS

We teach our dogs all sorts of things, but maybe don’t realise that teaching “calm” is also an important behaviour that has so many positive applications for both us and our dogs.

“Calm” can be defined as the absence of agitation or excitement; a feeling of tranquility; serenity and peace. These feelings are so often lacking in both our lives and that of our dogs.

Besides teaching dogs to settle on a mat or in another place or capturing and rewarding calm behaviour, here are some other ways to promote calmness.

Scenting or sniffing is a really effective and simple way to promote relaxation. It lowers the pulse rate and creates feelings of wellbeing.

Chewing is another powerful relaxation tool. Dogs use the chewing to relieve stress, frustration or anxiety. Chewing has a calming effect on the adrenal-pituitary axis in the brain which triggers the release of endorphins. It’s like self-medication for stress or anxiety.

Relaxing music that is specifically made for dogs can also work well, especially with dogs that get over excited in a car or have storm or firework fear.

When playing an exciting, high-energy game with your dog, take frequent breaks before starting up again to help your dog wind down and become calmer.

Aromatherapy, ear or other types of massage are other ways to help create calmness.

Cortisol holidays are also really important after a stressful event to prevent trigger stacking and allow cortisol levels to return to normal.

Conventional wisdom says that the ability to remain calm is a character trait that most of us lack, but Neuroscience teaches us that remaining calm under pressure is not an inborn trait, but a skill that needs to be learnt, practiced and managed and this applies to our dogs as well.

07/08/2024

MDMT’s Monday Foster Dog Spotlight✨ Those one is special and heartbreaking. Please share🙏🏽

Meet Lady & Todd. These two tragically lost their owner a few days ago and are in desperate need of the perfect home. Ideally together if possible. They’re currently safe and secure in the owner’s back yard as they can’t go back inside until it’s all cleaned up (which unfortunately may be awhile).

They’re both 6 years old, spayed/neutered and up to date on all of their shots through Feb 2025. Their owner was an amazing dog dad & took them everywhere he went. Put little booties on them in the summer. Even took them to Publix and their favorite ice cream place of all, Dreamette. You’d see him driving around Avondale with them hanging their heads out of the window with their sunglasses on. He was an awesome dude and they miss him terribly!

They’re in need of a cat free home, preferably a dog free home also. Just to be safe. We’re saying no children under 10ish, because we aren’t sure how they are with kiddos. They’re very well socialized with people, extremely well behaved and need someone who’s willing to spend the time to work with them on some proper leash training (they didn’t walk much, as the owner had some mobility issues). They know their basic commands (come, sit, wait) and just want to please you!

A handful of the neighbors are caring for them. These amazing neighbors feed them, walk them, and even gave them nice baths, nail trims & ear cleanings. They did AMAZING while being groomed and are so happy to be cleaned up! They will be receiving regular baths since they’re living outside for the time being.

If you’re interested and would like to meet them, please message [email protected] Let’s find these super sweet well deserving pups the home that they deserve. Their dad wouldn’t want anything less!❤️💔

07/07/2024

Reminder: Excitement and anxiety feels the exact same in the dog body. So when you encourage hyper behaviors and demanding behaviors, you are also promoting anxious behaviors.

07/03/2024

This precious rescue dog is living her best life. 💛✨