Canine Country Academy

Teaching your dog how to politely greet a person without having reliable people to practice with is easy using this method. You'll need: - a chair or stool - treats - a leash - collar or harness - a dog The steps are easy and teach the dog the script to greet people. 1. Set a treat on the chair or stool. 2. Stand about 4 feet away from the tempting treat with your dog on leash. 3. Patiently wait for your puppy to offer eye contact. The moment they do say something like "go say hi" and gesture to the chair for them to eat the treat. 4. Lure them away from the chair saying something like "let's go" or "with me," so they know how to leave the interaction. 5. Repeat. Give it a try with your excited greeter.

Friends' time as part of class time is what these pups prefer! Weee...

Our first photo sessions of 2025 with @cmbryson were a hit! Thank you to everyone who came out to get cute photos of their pups.

Teaching your puppy to walk on a loose leash is a slow process that requires loads of patience and repetition.

Resource Guarding can be scary. There is some level of normal guarding in many dogs. They are designed to protect what is theirs as a canine. That being said, you may be uncomfortable seeing it or knowing what to do about it. For resource guarding against other dogs, it may be necessary to manage resources or supervise to ensure it does not escalate into a fight. It's normal for a dog to tell another dog, "It's mine." If a dog attacks another dog without warnings over a resource and/or guards against a person, that's when it's much more concerning. In both cases, you NEVER want to punish a dog for communication, even if it's a growl or showing their teeth. We are here to help support you for mild resource guarding concerns. You can reach out to schedule a private behavior session in person or over Zoom. www.caninecountryacademy.com/contact-us 678-979-2016 Check out Ahsoka's appropriate resource guarding of the ball she found. If she was going to escalate the conversation or if Gryffin the Corgi didn't listen to her, we would have stepped in to guide them or remove the resource. There is so much to see in the video. Watch it a few times.

Parks can be too peoply/doggy for you and your dog on the weekend. That's why I choose to visit a Sniffspot to let them exercise without having to think about others. You get to rent someone's greenspace to let your dog explore, train, relax, play, and sniff. Download the app and check out what's available both near and far.

In our Sports Sampler class, the students get to try a few different sports we offer, like agility. This provides variety to your dog's education and continued socialization doing new things. Plus, it's fun! Trogdor thought it was pretty cool. ❤️

The snow and ice in our area are a danger. We are canceling all services today, Wednesday, January 22nd. Please reply to emails sent regarding this message to students and private lessons. Stay safe, cozy, and warm.

It is dreamy to see dogs be able to relax away from home. That being said, it does not come naturally for some dogs. Have you heard of pattern games? We have been adding these into some of our classes and private lessons with great success. Leslie McDevitt coined this concept with her Control Unleashed program years ago. The idea that patterns can provide predictability in unpredictable environments/situations and ultimately some calm for animals. The students featured here have adolescent dogs, around 1 year of age, who struggle to be calm and relaxed in a class of their dog friends. They are implementing the "down and chill" pattern for relaxation. Look how well they are doing! Our next YouTube video will share how you can get started teaching your dog using this pattern, too. Who needs it?

Is your dog ready to take the Canine Good Citizen test? Join us on Sunday, February 23rd at 2:45 pm for our next test. Register here: https://caninecountryacademy.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/events.aspx?event=9350

Does your puppy try to destroy things like your carpet, baseboards, and furniture? Then, give them items they can safely destroy. Georgie enjoyed this paper packaging instead of CCA's flooring. Canceling undesirable behaviors is very helpful for everyone's sanity and well-being.

Are you a dog trainer looking to expand your services and education in 2025? Then I highly recommend you check out Mantrailing. It's a sniffing activity your students will love. I know because ours do! Mantrailing allows dogs to use their nose, body, and mind to locate people like search and rescue, but for enjoyment, not danger. Dogs can grow in confidence by being rewarded in a way they enjoy by the person they find. As a business owner and fellow dog trainer, I'm excited to add this to our classes because: 1. It will improve the dog-human bond. 2. Improve the dog's quality of life 3. It will expand sniffing opportunities we already offer. 4. You don't need a facility to offer these learning opportunities. 5. You get to be outside more. 6. A new income stream that you and students will enjoy 7. Being a part of a supportive organization. Canine Country Academy - Lawrenceville Campus is the host location in March 2025 for a certification course. It's Monday, March 24th to Friday, March 28th. The investment is about $2,200 US. Schedule an interview now to see if you'd like to join us this Spring. https://www.mantrailingglobal.com/