Unleashed with Auli Lovoi

09/16/2025

🐾✨ Muzzle Games = Fun & Confidence! ✨

Muzzles aren’t just for safety — they can be a fun way to bond with your pup! 🐶💛
Try these games:
🎯 Moving Target
👃 Look, Mom, No Hands
🔎 Find Your Muzzle

Keep it positive ➡️ reward often ➡️ watch your dog’s confidence grow! 🎉

09/09/2025

🚨 Training Tip Tuesday! 🚨

Have you ever heard of a “Treat Party”? 🎉🐾
This is an amazing emergency tool every dog owner should have in their toolbox! A treat party teaches your dog to run back to you no matter what’s going on—whether they’re distracted, off-leash, or in a tricky situation.

Here’s how it works:
👉 Say “Treat Party!” and then celebrate with treat after treat like it’s the best day ever when your dog comes to you.
👉 Practice at home first, then in your yard, and eventually around bigger distractions.
👉 The goal is for your dog to learn that coming back to you = the BEST PARTY EVER! 🎊🐕

This game builds reliability, trust, and safety. Even if you never plan to walk your dog off-leash, practicing this can be a lifesaver if they ever slip out the door or yard.

💡 Pro tip: Keep it fun and random—make your dog believe that coming to you is always worth it!

09/03/2025

🐾 Exciting update! 🐾

I’ve recently earned my certification in Behavior Adjustment Training (BAT) for reactive dogs. 🎓 This science-based method helps dogs learn how to make calmer choices, reduce reactivity, and feel more confident in everyday life.

With this certification, I’m better equipped to support dogs who struggle with big feelings—whether that’s barking, lunging, or feeling overwhelmed in new situations. My goal is always to help you and your pup build a stronger bond through safe, effective training. 💛🐶

09/02/2025

09/01/2025

🎉 Big news for all my two- and four-legged friends! 🎉

I’m officially certified in Loose Leash (aka “Smile”) Walking! 🐾✨
This training focuses on helping dogs walk calmly and comfortably beside their humans—no more tug-of-war, just happy tails and relaxed strolls.

The “Smile” part? That’s because when walks are stress-free, both you and your dog can actually enjoy the moment (and yes, I swear dogs can smile 😁).

Can’t wait to put these new skills to work and help more pups and their people discover the joy of walking together in harmony. 🐕💖

📅 Ready for your dog to be a “smile walker”? Let’s make your leash walks the highlight of your day!

08/27/2025

✨ Positive Reinforcement Isn’t Just About Treats! 🐶💛

Did you know that not all dogs are motivated the same way? While many love tasty treats, some pups would much rather work for their favorite toy or even the chance to sniff something amazing!

Positive reinforcement means rewarding your dog with what THEY find valuable. For some dogs, that’s a squeaky ball. For others, it’s a game of tug, a chance to chase, or time to explore new smells.

Figuring out what truly motivates your dog makes training more fun, effective, and tailored just for them. So next time you train, think beyond the treat bag — bring out the toys, the praise, and let your dog enjoy their favorite sniff spots as a reward! 🦴🎾🌿

🐾 Reward the right way — the way they love!

08/26/2025

🐾✨ Happy National Dog Day! ✨🐾

Today we celebrate our loyal companions who fill our lives with love, laughter, and the occasional muddy paw print. 🐶💕 Whether your pup is a snuggle bug, a ball chaser, a protector, or a goofball, today is all about them.

Take a moment to give your dog some extra love (and maybe a treat or two 😉). Drop a picture of your furry friend in the comments—we’d love to see them shine! 📸🐾

08/25/2025

Going wild at the window?
Frantic when the mail arrives?
"My dog loves it though !"
It may look like fun and yup for some it is.... but it is one stressful game they are "playing".
Is it a healthy game?
Do they rest and sleep or sit there and scan for hours?
Obsession is obsession....whether it is fun or not.

Stress hormones are still released whether this is from fun or fear....they don't just disappear either. They can compound and cause issues in other ways.
They change a dogs behaviour.

If you are struggling with reactivity outside of the home.
Stop the "game'.
It fuels reactivity.

Running from window to window to follow that person or dog seems ok to some people....but how is it truly affecting this dog?

08/22/2025

🌟 Doggie Enrichment Lands: A Game-Changer for Your Pup! 🌟

Did you know that a well-set-up doggie enrichment land can make life easier for you and your dog? 🐶✨

Whether you’ve just brought home a rescue, have a curious puppy, an anxious dog who needs a safe space, or a busy household with little kids — an enrichment area is the perfect solution!

🧩 What is a Doggie Enrichment Land?
It’s a safe, dog-friendly space filled with toys, chews, puzzles, textures, and scents that keep your dog busy, calm, and mentally stimulated — all while you can supervise from nearby.

💡 Why It’s Amazing:
✅ Newly Adopted Dogs — Helps them decompress and adjust to their new life at their own pace.
✅ Puppies — Keeps them safely entertained while learning about the world in a positive way.
✅ Anxious Dogs — Gives them a predictable, comforting space to relax and build confidence.
✅ Families with Small Kids — Keeps dogs busy and happy, giving kids room to play safely too!

🐾 From snuffle mats to DIY obstacle courses — you can make it as simple or fancy as you want. The goal is to make your dog’s world exciting and stress-free!

Have you tried setting up an enrichment land? Drop your best ideas or photos below! 👇💚

08/19/2025

Fear ➡️Reactivity➡️ More Fear… the cycle continues.

That person walked away or backed off after the bark.
Excellent result....for your dog.
It "worked".
Those barks and lunges "made" that threat back off or move on.

It can also work in a different way.
When we remove them.
When a dog is barking or lunging (oh that word always looks so wrong written down)...but when we remove them, the same connections can be made.

The reaction got the desired result.
Why wouldn't they repeat it !

It was reinforced.
They got the distance from something they were very unsure of.

What is reinforced will be repeated.

08/18/2025

🔥🦃 Ever wonder why we say dog training isn’t a quick fix?

Look at these turkeys. The one on the left was cooked at 900°F for an hour — burnt to a crisp. The one on the right was cooked low and slow at 300°F for three hours — perfectly golden and delicious.

Dog training works the same way. If you rush it, push too hard, or expect instant results, you’ll end up with frustration, burnout, and a “charred” relationship with your dog.

Lasting, reliable behavior takes time, patience, and a steady, positive approach. Slow, consistent practice builds trust, understanding, and the well-cooked results you actually want.

So next time you wonder, “Why is this taking so long?” — remember the turkey!🧡