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Two Paws Up Dog Training LLC

Modern, science based dog training focused on client education and a positive relationship. Good behavior begins with you!
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Good behavior is the result of understanding your dog, creating predictability, and reinforcement. Serving Lead, Deadwood, Spearfish and the surrounding communities. Virtual training sessions can help dog owners across the country. As a society, our understanding of canine behavior is growing! Unfortunately, many dog trainers still use outdated methods based on force, fear, and intimidation. Our s

tudents obtain results using this simple formula:

1) Management
2) Predictability and Leadership
3) Reinforcement

In an unregulated industry, Two Paws Up Dog Training, LLC is owned by Brenda Belmonte, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, with more than 35 years experience in both the veterinary industry and as a professional dog trainer. Brenda established a successful dog training business in the northern suburbs of Chicago, before retiring and moving to the Black Hills. A reactivity and aggression specialist, Brenda created the trademarked S.A.F.E. Program For Dogs, which helps owners understand this challenging behavior, and establishes predictability for dogs. Through structured exercises and behavior modification, this program helps dogs of all ages. Member Organizations:

Professional Member: Association of Professional Dog Trainers
Canine Training Professional: Pet Professional Guild
Supporting Member: International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants
Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed: Certification Counsel for Professional Dog Trainers

11/18/2024

Meme Monday

11/14/2024

NEW CLASS ALERT!

Our first class of 2025 is on the website. We have scheduled our "Beyond the Basics" class for Thursday mornings beginning January 2nd.

This class takes you and your dog to the next level of training. Basic Manners Levels One and Two are prerequisite classes for this class.

Enrollment is open!

https://www.happytailsdogtraining.biz/service-page/beyond-the-basics-real-world-skills?referral=service_list_widget

11/12/2024

Training Tip Tuesday

IF you are going to let your dog greet other dogs, please keep the leash loose and the interaction short!

WHEN SECONDS COUNT

This post is not advocating that dogs meet every other dog, but about how to go about it, if and when it does happen, in a safer way.

The 3 second rule for dogs meeting each other is used as a guideline to help foster positive introductions, prevent either dog from feeling overwhelmed or trapped and prevent any potential reactivity and stress.

A short 3 second introduction is enough time to provide important information to both dogs.

Enough information for dogs to know – “are you a threat?”, “do I like you?”, “do I want to learn more about you?”, “do I really dislike you?”, “do I need you to go away?” etc. Both dogs may not feel the same way – one may not be happy to engage while the other may want to.

All interactions should ideally happen like this, not just initially. Just like us, dogs can have off days – things like pain, trigger stacking, lack of sleep or a host of other reasons can influence whether a dog wants to interact or not.

There are countless times I have witnessed meetings or introductions between dogs that have gone on just a few seconds too long and have not ended well. This can have long lasting effects on future behaviour when meeting other dogs.

Understanding body language is critically important. If we are going to share our lives with another species, protect them, advocate for them and help them feel safe, then we need to understand and respect their language.

The examples in this post of red and green flags are just a few general ones to look out for – there are many more and these will differ depending on the individual dog, context and circumstances.

Here are some resources and links to learn more about body language -
On Talking Terms With Dogs - Calming Signals, 2nd Edition by Turid Rugaas
https://www.dogwise.com/on-talking-terms-with-dogs-calming-signals-2nd-edition/?srsltid=AfmBOoqj8ruQJx5bCP7qWb03TqCyAGfmAvCj988UuWk_L1_UHbYcZsES

The Veterinary Behaviour Centre
https://www.heska.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/TVBC-Canine-Dog-Body-Language-handout.pdf

Make sure those first 3 seconds count – they can make all the difference.

11/12/2024

Something new is coming!

We have a new class launching soon that will be a “ball” for your dog!

Stay tuned for more information!

11/11/2024

Meme Monday

What would your dog’s “3 wishes” be?

11/09/2024

Weekend Wisdom

11/08/2024

New Puppy? Dont miss the last Puppy Preschool class of 2024!

Time is running out! Don't miss our last Puppy Preschool class of the year! Pups under 4 months of age are welcome to attend. Puppy classes are critical for proper social growth into adulthood. The final session begins Friday November 15th at 5:30 pm.

https://www.happytailsdogtraining.biz/service-page/puppy-preschool-11-15-at-5-30-pm-1?referral=service_list_widget

11/06/2024

Wednesday Wisdom

Our friends at RyeDoodle Boarding & Training now have a large fenced area you can rent through Sniff Spot to let your dog run off leash!

Check it out!

11/05/2024

Training Tip Tuesday

Let's discuss barking. 🐾

Barking is a communication tool for dogs. It is important that we start "listening" instead of punishing. Dogs bark to alert us to stimuli, when they are bored, and when they are scared. What we really want is the "off" switch.

Here is a great article to help you establish it!

https://www.patriciamcconnell.com/theotherendoftheleash/dont-bark-back-how-to-ask-your-dog-to-stop-barking?fbclid=IwY2xjawGXEFhleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHRi-LXw62JFLImzPRZFq0QAICDa7QeWdcPDq3Hp839ZMTuzNH2HMOne2OA_aem_yZfZOuFJyamF4p7C7Tvivg

Last week’s post on teaching dogs “Enough,” when you are tired of being a petting machine, elicited a request from reader Nana-Mary: “Speaking of our two dogs, I would love some tips on controlling the BARKING! I know that we don’t want to discourage ALL barking, but sometimes it gets way ...

11/01/2024

Fun Fact Friday

Does a wagging tail mean a dog is friendly? Not necessarily! Tail speed, direction, and position all have meaning.

10/31/2024

Halloween is here 🎃

Keep your pets safe!

Learn how to keep your dog safe and healthy this Halloween. From dog treats to dog safe Halloween costumes, the AKC has you covered.

10/29/2024

Training Tip Tuesday

Pairing scary moments with something good is behavior modification. It not only works to change the emotional side of behavior, it lets you know the dog’s stress level. If your dog cannot take a piece of chicken when worried, it’s time to get him out of that situation.

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Come see obedience and rally in action! The Black Hills Dog Training Club is hosting its annual trials at The Monument in Rapid City through Sunday. Trials are upstairs in the Cedar room. This is a young dog practicing his skills. True to our beliefs, we keep everything POSITIVE! Look at the engagement! Practice is the key, along with a high rate of reinforcement for success!

Does your dog like to run? Here’s FAST CAT - the 100 yard dash for dogs! All dogs can do it!

Thoughtful Thursday Good dog trainers always strive to learn. Here is a snippet from one of our runs yesterday. You can see how much we reinforce a wait behavior (Start Line Stay) The three D’s - Duration, Distance, and Distraction are all in play. These must be worked on one at a time, then slowly work them together. Duration - 25 seconds Distance - 20 feet Distractions - People, other dogs, and exciting environment

Be creative! Help keep your pets comfortable during this cold spell!

Training Tip Tuesday

Fun fact Friday Dogs should have the opportunity to be dogs! Kanan loves the water and REALLY LOVES dock diving. His breed is a water retriever! See the connection?

Loving the Woof Pupsicle

Here's our unsolicited review of the Woof Pupsicle and the Pupsicle Pops. Dishwasher safe Refillable (their inserts or create your own and freeze) These typs of activity toys are useful for tether training, stationing, crate training and more! #mywoof

Want to give your dog a wonderful outlet for energy and have some fun? Learn about the sport of barn hunt! RyeDoodle Boarding & Training is hosting a two day learning opportunity, September 9th and 10th. Your dog does not need to have any prior experience to participate in either the workshop on Saturday, or the private sessions on Sunday. Who LOVES barn hunt? 🐁 Terriers and terrier mixes 🐁 Dogs with prey drive 🐁 Active dogs 🐁 Dogs that love to sniff 🐁 ALL DOGS https://www.ryedoodle.com/barn-hunt-workshop is the link for more information and to register!