With summer of 2024 coming to an end, I'm thankful for everything I got to do these last few months. While my busy schedule has been paused because of a car accident (Rusty and I are safe π«Ά), it's helpful for me to reflect on our summer, as a team and a business owner.
Rusty and I competed in our first Disc Dog Competition and earned himself 2nd place in Time Warp!! I got to finally see some amazing people and dogs I've been dying to meet! Although my brand new frisbees were stolen from my apartment building entrance, the teams were eager to lend me their frisbees for me to enjoy my time! I am forever grateful as that event shaped Disc events in the perfect perspective π
My clients are doing amazing!! π I only have a few videos because I try to be present with the owners and their dogs while staying alert of our surroundings! I'm so proud of everyone, at all levels - struggling with any problems. I'm incredibly thankful for the opportunity to be able to teach others how to have better communication and a stronger bond with their pups. Everyone is killing it and I can't wait to be back and working!
Thank you to Olivia and Parker for always being here for me when life is sh*tty. Lately, there's been good news followed by two cases of bad news. Y'all are my support system and I'm grateful for you everyday! πͺβ₯οΈ
Cottonball Canines LLC Success Story!
I met Bubba and his family in March of 2024. He was showing reactivity because of how excited he was to meet new people and new dogs! This happy, wiggly boy was struggling with his confidence inside the house and outside. He went back and forth from bullying his kitty brothers to being bullied by them! Bubba's stamina was also something to be desired in our first month working together. This big puppy's brain could only last about 20 minutes before he made his way to the recliner for a snooze.
Through consistency, using the right tools, and tons of positive reinforcement- Bubba is doing amazing! We've done a field trip to Fleet Farm and he was featured in his parents engagement photos! I'm so proud of how Bubba and his family has done with his training. He has truly turned into an amazing, happy, and well-mannered lap dog.
It's important to remember that dog training is not linear. We had sessions where it felt like we took 2 steps back, even though Bubba was staying focused for longer. I'm thankful to have dedicated and patient dog owners such as Sheena and Chance to provide leadership for Bubba.
Mudslide is the little puppy that COULD! πͺ
He is smashing every expectation we have for him during his field trips! This time, we went to a hardware store and practiced heeling around people, children, and loud noises! The friendly and helpful staff also helped us work on his stranger danger.
For an under-confident and cautious guy like Mudslide, when we're in the presence of triggers we practice how to keeping walking and remain calm. At 8 months old, Muddy needs guidance when learning how to work through his fear and anxiety rather than hide or retreat. For his owners, their biggest responsibility is to advocate for Muddy and his space. π
ββοΈ Without support from his humans, Muddy often feels the need to react.
We had NO barks, boofs, or growls on this field trip!! This puppy is going to do amazing things once we build his confidence β€οΈβπ©Ή
Frankie has joined the Cottonball Canines family!! π
At only 12 weeks old, this little girl is BLOWING ME AWAY with her smarts! In only 4 sessions, she has MASTERED 'Place' and 'Leave It' while in my 6 week obedience training package. Frankie's mom plans on continuing her training after the package, which is PERFECT! Dogs need constant training and reminders to keep their brain and commands in tip-top shape!
In our last session, this puppy was able to stay on her place for 3 minutes straight! (This might not sound like a lot, but anyone with a puppy knows they don't sit still for more than 5 seconds π€£)
Frankie is just one example of how well trained your dog could be at Cottonball Canines
In my program, I don't teach 'Stay'. I teach a clear
β¨ Release Word β¨
This means that when you say "Sit", your dog will be expected to be in a sit until they are released or put into a different position! By doing them, your dog learns to look to YOU for DIRECTION instead of a treat!
Do you want your dog to act like this? Message me today for more info on the process!!
Offering personalized in-home dog training to address complex behavior challenges, manners, obedience, loose leash walking and more.
