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09/23/2024

Finally finished! I’m so excited to announce the updates to my training programs.

I’ve been working on these for months trying to craft programs that are what clients & dogs need, are what clients want, and programs that I can be proud of and want to do.

Over the years I’ve tested out lots of different packages & programs. Kept what worked, tossed what didn’t. One of the biggest changes is that all programs include more one-on-one lessons/coaching and support for owners. The owners that do more training with me see more success.

It was hard & scary 🫣 tossing programs that have been the most popular. But I felt I could make programs better.

I’m most excited for my new hybrid B&T/private training program. Dogs stay with me much less but there is a lot more mandatory private training before and after your dog is with me.

If you are currently signed up for an old program, don’t worry, nothing will change for you.

Reach out for more info on the new programs!

06/09/2024

9 years ago today we impulsively picked Ranger right out of the shelter in Fresno, CA. Little did I know then that this opinionated, fierce cattle dog would change the course of my life.

Ranger has been and always will be a challenging dog but I can’t even imagine life without him ♥️

To many more adventures!

04/08/2024

Help others, leave a comment of things you wish you knew when you first got your dog or puppy? ⬇️⬇️⬇️

04/03/2024

I get a lot of questions about the e-collar, the most frequent is “will my dog get aggressive” or “will my dog not like me anymore”.

If these things were true, why would thousands of trainers and thousands of dog owners be using them. Any tool or even training method can make matters worse if used incorrectly.

I’ve used ecollars for years on my dogs and not once did I feel it negatively impacted their behavior or made my relationship with them suffer.

If the ecollar doesn’t feel right to you, that’s okay. But if you’ve been wondering about an ecollar, ask a qualified trainer about them. Don’t listen to people who have NEVER used an ecollar or to someone who used one incorrectly without guidance from a qualified trainer.

- my controversial post 😆

Do you use an e-collar?

03/27/2024

Having a reactive dog is hard. It can be hard to train, it can feel lonely, and some days it will test you.

Through my own training journey with my dog and training other reactive dogs, I’ve learned that these 5 things played a key role in success in addition to other active training techniques.

▪️Is it a perfect recipe for every dog? Nope. But I’ve seen this work for most and it worked for my severely dog reactive dog.

▪️Are these 5 things the only thing you’ll need to do? No, you’ll likely need to actually work on the root cause of the reactivity too. Fear, insecurity, over arousal, frustration etc.

One of the most important things I did for my reactive dog was working on his reactivity in controlled setting and trying to train with more intention. This means going out of your way to set up situations so your reactive dog (and you) can have success around their triggers.

01/23/2024

Wondering why choose Mayhem Dog Training? Just read what some of our clients have to say from Google Reviews.

Thank to all the wonderful clients who have left reviews!

12/20/2023

I promise setting your dog up for success by being proactive about your dog’s training & preparing them for real world situations will save you time (& money) in the long run.

12/17/2023

One last effort to find this pup their family.

The dog was found near Lake Tapps, not far from Sumner and Bonney Lake. No collar was on. Microchip had no information associated with it at all.

If this is your dog or you know who’s dog this is, please DM or email [email protected]

If you live in the area, please share!

12/11/2023

How you approach, greet, and interact with dogs matters.

11/03/2023

Truth: your friendly, untrained off leash dog affects others and their dogs. It’s not about your dog being friendly, it doesn’t matter. It’s about being respectful.

10/25/2023

Before I was a dog trainer I was a wildlife biologist and director or a Nature Preserve. I worked with endangered species and helped restore/care for sensitive habitats. Because of my experiences working in those fields, I will always respect the leash rules in natural areas.

Both my dogs are ecollar trained, but I keep them on a leash anyway. I do it because I respect the land, the wildlife, & others using the space around me.

There are trails and natural areas where off-leash dogs are permitted, use those if you want your dog to enjoy more freedom.

Enjoy nature respectfully and responsibly ❤️

10/04/2023

Only YOU are in control of your dogs weight. Over-feeding your dog isn’t love and your dog won’t love you more if you do it.

Feed a healthy balanced diet, exercise your dog, & spend QUALITY time them.

09/26/2023

I’ve dealt with a lot of behavioral issues with my personal dogs. The one thing that helped the most early on with the issues was management.

It’s true that you won’t be able to manage everything in your dog’s environment all the time but if you can manage some as you work through training, I promise it will help.

There is no shame in choosing management if training isn’t possible sometimes.

08/28/2023

It’s not always excitement. It might be anxiety. Or the continued over-excitement is causing the anxiety.

What most people don’t realize is that all of it is connected. The “excitement” that you see day to day can be the fuel for the bigger issues. Separation anxiety, reactivity, etc. You have to address all of it.

Start practicing calm and neutral in the home first. Place work, crate work, tethered decompression are all great ways to start.

08/03/2023

I know it seems too simple. But lot’s of unwanted behaviors begin because we are giving our dogs too much freedom too soon.

Giving your dog pure freedom to do what ever they want isn’t love.

07/25/2023

Don’t waste your time dwelling on your dog’s past or what you might have done wrong. To heal them you need to be in the present.

07/08/2023

If you find yourself struggling through training sessions with your dog, try talking to them less and listen more.

If your the person saying things like “can you go sit please” or “no, you need to go over to place and lay down” and wondering why you aren’t getting results…it’s a your communication. Your dog doesn’t know full sentences, only the few words that you gave meaning. It can be hard for dogs to try to pick out the one word they know in full sentence.

▪️So talk less.
▪️Be clear and concise with your words.
▪️Talk in a way your dog will understand: body language, spatial pressure etc.

Learn canine body language to understand what your dog is trying to tell YOU. I cannot tell you how many times someone told me that their dog “liked” something but the dogs body language screamed “nope!”. This happens a lot with affection and cuddles. This also happens a lot with greetings. A tail wag doesn’t always = happy.

07/06/2023

Your dog won’t be perfect but neither are you.

If you let go of the idea that your dog needs to be “perfect” you’ll start to see results. Why? Because you’ll celebrate the little wins, you’ll understand there are bad days and be okay with it, and you’ll start to appreciate the progress.

I use to get stuck striving for perfection with my dogs so it always felt that we didn’t get anywhere. Perfection is impossible and it shouldn’t be your end goal for your dog.

06/18/2023

It’s giving me Brady Bunch vibes.

05/23/2023

Happy to announce we are now offering day training! Your dog can spend the day with me training and socializing when appropriate.

Day training is great for those who need an extra boost to their at-home training or those who need more hands on help but don’t want to commit to a full board and train. This is also a great option for dogs who need more appropriate socialization.

This is NOT doggy daycare. Your dog will spend the day training, learning calm behavior and relaxation, socializing in different environments.

01/18/2023

I see a lot of clients get overwhelmed by their dogs. They stop enjoying the dog and treat the dog like it’s a job. It might be because the dog pulls way to hard and can’t be walked, it’s too reactive, too nervous, gets too excited by things, etc.

It is okay to be overwhelmed by your dog and it’s okay if you’re struggling to find a way to enjoy them.

But try to remember why you got your dog in the first place. Find some way to enjoy their company again. Focus on what you CAN do with your dog.

If your do is reactive, take them to a or find a quiet/low traffic park to walk them at. Stay home and work on nose-work by hiding dry dog food or treats around, work on fun tricks, or play tug with your dog.

Spend some quality time with your dog. I promise they will enjoy it and so will you!

11/25/2022

Black Friday Sale on my virtual programs!

Learn more: https://mayhemdogtraining.com/virtual-coaching/

I know what your thinking, “how can you train my dog virtually”. Well dog training is more a trainer teaching you how to train your dog then the trainer teaching the dog. Everything that is done at an in-person session can be done virtually, the only difference is YOU have to take the lead the whole time.

11/24/2022

Happy Thanksgiving! We are very grateful for our wonderful clients.

10/20/2022

Mayhem dog training has a variety of services to fit the needs of you and your dog.

Private sessions that cover basic obedience, common dog problems, and other behavioral issues like reactivity.

Board & train services for those needing help with getting a solid foundation for their dog.

Virtual sessions and coaching for those who need training help outside of my service area, prefer not to meet in person or those who need a more affordable way to train.

10/10/2022

Place is one of the best things I’ve taught my dogs.

I teach every dog place that comes in for a Board & Train.

Place can be a spot for your dog to chill out, relax, & be out of the way.

Place encourages relaxation, sets boundaries, builds impulse control, and can provide your dog with routine.

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http://www.mayhemdogtraining.com/

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A few points to understand: 1. stop worrying about how far you go. You shouldn’t be trying to do your normal walk around the neighborhood at first if you really want to get a nice loose leash follow from your dog. 2. You’ll be doing lots of changes of direction (u-turns away from your dog and into your dog, circles, etc) to prevent your dog from moving too far ahead and to prevent pulling. 3. It will be tedious to you…most of dog train is. 4. You have to be consistent.

Grooming is an essential part of caring for your dog. Nail trims, bathing, brushing, brushing teeth etc. I know first hand how stressful grooming can be for some dogs. Ranger, the dog in the video, use to attack and bite anything that was in my hands (nail clippers, brush, tooth brush). I tried a lot of different training approaches. It took awhile, lots of slow training, but this is where we are now. He is always still a little stressed but he can participate safely. Your process to get your dog comfortable with grooming might look different…that’s okay. If you are trying to make the grooming experience better for your dog, you’re doing great.

Having trouble with your dog’s recall? It might be because you aren’t practicing with any distractions. Calling your dog away from food or from finding scattered treats is one simple way to add a distraction. Whether your training your dog with an ecollar or not you need to practice recall with distractions. A solid recall takes lots of reps with lots of different distractions. If your dog isn’t ready to be off-leash then practice with your dog on a long line. By ready I mean coming to you 100% of the time without blowing you off.