Aydt's Shepherds and Training LLC

08/31/2024

What is an alert bark? An alert bark is when a dog barks when they see or hear something.

The alert bark should be turned off after you have recognized someone has arrived.

Yesterday, as I was sitting on the porch JD suddenly gave a deep, single bark. I asked my husband why JD barked. Our dogs almost always have a reason to bark. I looked around and I saw the neighbor walking into our yard. Did my dog continue to bark on the porch or run towards the neighbor barking? No. Neither of those behaviors are acceptable and shouldn't be accepted in any household. It's not polite. After I recognized the reason why JD barked he knew his job was done and I can take over.

If you invite someone into your house your dog shouldn't bark at them for any reason. I often tell my dogs "go say hi." This is their cue that they are allowed to meet someone or someone is here and there is no reason to bark.

It's important to teach your dog an appropriate alert bark and correct the unnecessary barking.

08/30/2024

Congratulations to these ladies and their dogs for passing their continued obedience class. 🎓

08/30/2024

Medea x Enoks 2/13/24

Dam, Medea, is a dual purpose SAR K9 in HRD and trailing. She has great handler focus, high drives, great around kids, social with strangers, and environmentally sound. Due to high prey drive she is not good with small animals when left unattended.

Sire, Enoks SG Enoks von Buchmann IGP3, is confident, social, and he is strong. Enoks has a very high food drive for work and has a genetic full calm grip. He has stability in every situation and environment.

Both parents are clear of DM, hip dysplasia, and elbow dysplasia.

Isabel is looking for her family. Isabel will be ready to leave us at the end of September after I complete her obedience training. The family is encouraged to meet her before placing a deposit and schedule a training session on weekends if capable so training can transition better. Isabel is a pet only. She would do well in any family environment with or without kids. My kiddos are 2, 7, and 9 and she does well with all of them. She LOVES to play with other dogs.

Call 812-798-4064 for more information.

Picture is from today after her bath.

https://www.aydtsgermanshepherds.com/available-dogs-pups

08/30/2024

CJ is one of our newest students.

His program goals are becoming neutral with guests, strengthening his on leash skills, and begin transitioning off leash.

08/30/2024

I often hear "my dog is over protective." Without even seeing the dog I know that isn't the case. Most of the time, the dog is possessive of the owner (just like being possessive of a food bowl or toy) or is fearful. A dog shouldn't have to "protect" their owner if a friendly guest is invited into the house. A well trained protection dog has an on and off switch. They are social dogs but when given the command they turn on their defense drive to appropriately protect their family.

Stop using the phrase "my dog is over protective" because you have an aggressive dog.

08/29/2024

Biothane handled balls for sale

Kong 3 inch balls - $30
Kong 2.5 inch ball - $25
Chew King 2.5 inch balls - $20

Our biothane ball rewards are made with durable biothane and quality, hollowed Chew King or Kong balls. These toys make throwing, grabbing the toy during the release command convenient, and limits the amount of slobber on your hands! These toys are great to use as a reward for K9s, obedience training, or simply as a toy during play time.

These toys are NOT intended to be left unsupervised with your pet as they are NOT chew proof. No refunds will be given for chewed items.

Biothane can easily be washed in soapy water, pat dry afterwards. Please do not leave toys in the weather as the metal rivets can rust over time.

Please note that these toys are handmade and items can have slight differences or blemishes between products.

08/29/2024

Let me tell you a secret. If you complain about your hyper dog and all you do is put it outside to run or play fetch to burn off energy you are conditioning your dog to always be high strung. You never teach them to be calm. Teach your dog to have an on and off switch, it's so important.

Though my crew is doing nothing this is still training.

08/29/2024

Happy 5th Birthday to our crazy, driven girl Medea

08/28/2024

Isn't this picture adorable? Too darn sweet.

Willow from our Medea x Enoks "I" litter

08/28/2024

If you are a client of mine do not get offended when I inform you that your pet dog is not allowed in Walmart. I am educating you. Walmart is not a pet friendly store, it is for service dogs only. Your ESA and therapy dogs do not count as service dogs. I don't care if it's 100 degrees outside and you brought your pet dog with you, return the dog home before going to Walmart. Be respectful of service dog privileges. One of these days service dogs will have no rights because of pet owners.

08/27/2024

Stay cool this week everyone! 🥵

08/26/2024

Happy National Dog Day!

Share a picture of your dog in the comments 🐾

08/25/2024

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“The less foundation you have the more punishment you will use. Master the basics.”

This is a direct quote from our friend and amazing trainer, Larry Krohn.

What does this mean?

I always preach to my clients that being proactive with your training will set you up for success when your dog is older. This rule doesn’t just apply to puppies. Dogs that come in to the home as rescues need the same proactive treatment as well.

Being proactive means that you’re crate training, setting healthy boundaries, exposing the dog to the world, getting the dog on a good schedule early in your time together.

Doing these things will greatly improve your relationship. You’re “teaching” the dog instead of relying on constant punishment due to your failure to teach early on.

Doing the work early, and building a strong relationship is less stressful on human and dog.

What kinds of things are you doing to help improve you and your dog’s relationship?

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08/24/2024

Puppy rules in my house to get the ideal family dog for our family. These rules are set in stone on day 1.

🐾 No furniture privileges. This includes no couches, no beds, no chairs. My family has their area and the puppy has her own area to relax. I'm creating healthy boundaries.
🐶 No paws on cabinets, kitchen chairs, doors, or pawing up on other items. I'm breaking bad behaviors before they turn into habits.
🐾 Must sit to be petted. I'm teaching good manners.
🐶 No rough play in the house. That is for outside only. I'm teaching calm house manners.
🐾 Puppy must be in sight at all times. If not, puppy is too far away and needs to be 1) put on a leash or 2) crated. Puppies get into trouble easy just like toddlers and can even secretly potty. Tethering pups helps reduce messes in the house and correct unwanted behaviors.
🐶 No barking, growling, or chasing the cats, even if it is play. I will correct one time and if the behaviors continues the puppy gets crated for a time out. I am correcting unwanted behaviors and teaching the puppy when I say no, I mean it. There are no multiple chances.
🐶 Puppy must sit and wait for 2 seconds before being fed. I'm teaching impulse control.
🐾 When I say "here" puppy must come. If not, guess what, the leash is attached so a "chase game" doesn't start.
🐶 Whining and crying in a crate will not get the puppy out of a crate. I expect silence then the puppy can come out.
🐾 No unnecessary barking or barking at people after an alert bark. Behavior will end up being put in a time out until calm behavior is shown.
🐶 No begging or stealing food, even if a child is on the floor eating a snack. Leave it and no commands are used. Continued behavior will result in a time out. I'm teaching manners, boundaries, and correcting unwanted behaviors.
🐾 Puppy is to ride in person's lap in the car only when staying in town. When we have to go outside of town puppy must ride in the crate.
🐶 Even though someone is home all day most days, puppy is still crated during school or work hours. This teaches the puppy that it is okay to be alone. The puppy doesn't need constant human presence.
🐾 Herding behaviors are corrected the moment the appear. I'm correcting unwanted behaviors.
🐶 If over excitable behaviors are shown with visitors then the puppy is put on a leash for better control. If the puppy still cannot control herself shortly after being put on the leash then she is put in the crate for a time out. I'm teaching manners and correcting unwanted behaviors.
🐾 Puppy has her own bedtime, even if we stay up late. I'm creating a routine for successful crate training and potty training.
🐶 Biting and mouthing are corrected immediately. It is not funny or cute. I close the puppy's mouth and say no in a firm, stern tone. If behavior continues a time out is given. I am teaching puppy manners, correcting unwanted behaviors, and communicating that no mouthing, even softly isn't accepted. I have used this method since having kids and it breaks nipping the fastest. We have had Sadie for a week and already her nipping is gone. With my GSD puppies I can break nipping in usually 3 weeks with this method.

‼ Even though a puppy is cute and some behaviors seem harmless at the moment just remember puppyies get bigger. Some puppies get really big. Sadie will only get 20-30 pounds, but I still do not want a dog jumping on us or visitors, barking for no reason, pawing up on furniture, or bouncing on the couch. Couch privileges and barking are probably my top behaviors that drive me nuts. I honestly don't care if a dog lays on the couch, but what I have a problem with is no personal space and no respect. If I can't sit without being stepped on, sniffed in my face, or even stepped on while being on the couch that is a huge red flag. My favorite is seeing large breeds jump from couch to couch or fly off the back of the couch. So many people think it's funny. I don't see how they deal with it. Remember, it is YOUR house, not a dog house. Train your dog live in a human house and you not live in the dog house. A dog will act like a dog, because it is a dog. It is up to its human to teach it right from wrong in our world. Rules, boundaries, and clear communication are your best friends. A trainer can't do that for you, you have to.

08/24/2024

Congratulations Liberty and Amy! ❤️

Congrats to Liberty and Amy for passing their Canine Good Citizen certification! Way to go Team!🐾

08/23/2024

Congratulations to our recent graduate, Riley, on passing her continued obedience class. Along with strengthening her basic commands she learned the "finish" and "stand" commands. Keep up the good work Riley and family ❤️

Remember training is not a 6 week program, it's a lifetime commitment.

08/22/2024

From now until October I will be offering private sessions on Saturdays. Private sessions are best for families that want one-on-one time with our trainer and beginner dogs that have troubles concentrating around other dogs and people. Private lessons are held outdoors at our location.

The possibilities are endless in private sessions and are customizable.
*Obedience for all levels
* Off leash skills / Introduction to the E collar
* Leash reactivity
* Confidence building
* Socialization
*Tracking
* Nose work

Contact for more information

08/20/2024

Courtesy post *This dog is NOT in our care*

Local 1yr old, male Golden Retriever
Almost 70 lbs
DOB 8-10-23
Registered - have papers
Not fixed
Shots up to date
Crate trained
House broke with doggie door
Comes with toys and food

Contact Dee at 317-507-6324 for additional information.

08/20/2024

Congratulations to Daisy and her family for graduating from their in home basic obedience program last week. Each family member was involved in sessions and did their homework. Keep up the fabulous work! 🎓

08/12/2024

Please remember that obedience training doesn't get you a well behaved dog. It's a great piece to the puzzle, but you, the human, is responsible for creating rules, boundaries, and disciplining as needed.
Since moving, I am working on new rules and boundaries. Boundary training has been a big one for my crew. At this point I do not have a physical fence, GPS, or wireless, so my dogs are free range when we are outside. My dogs do well with landmarkers. For example, I used a bird bath as my line yesterday when I went along the road to pick up trash. My dogs were following me and when we reached the bird bath I gave a very stern "no", used my "back" command, then I proceeded to the road. My dogs each had a toy and were watching me as I completed my task.
A new rule I have created is when they are on the front porch they are to only lay down. No walking about or playing is allowed. When we reach the front porch seating area I immediately give them a down stay command. If one gets up, I immediately give a "no" and down stay command again. If a dog has a problem with not wanting to lay down then that dog is escorted off the porch. I want my front porch to be a relaxing area, not a playground. If I let it slide here and there then they know this rule is optional. Consistency is everything in training.

What rules do you have with your dogs?

08/06/2024

Those of you that are signed up for the upcoming group class, don't forget class starts Thursday at 6pm!

Bring the following: 6ft leash, collar, treats, water, p**p bags, and a 20ft leash. I do have 2 spare leashes someone can borrow if needed. See you then!

I'll be behind the basketball / tennis court area.

August Group Class *FULL*

This is for established clients that need to socialize their dogs more, train in a new environment, create neutrality, and build on the basic commands.

Class will run for 3 weeks

email [email protected] to register. $20 non refundable deposit required at registration.

07/27/2024

Reminder: Group Walk is today at 10am. We will meet at Shakamak State Park near the camp store. We will be walking trail 3 which is about 1.5 miles long.

07/26/2024

Happy 1st Birthday to our H litter 🎂

Share if you have a birthday pup!

07/23/2024

Don't forget about our group walk this Saturday, July 27th at 10am. We will meet at Shakamak State Park near the camp store. We will be walking trail 3 which is about 1.5 miles long. Anyone can attend these walks.

Benefits of group walks:
* structured socialization
* confidence building
* structured walks
* mental and physical work out
* meeting new dog friends

To sign up email [email protected].

07/22/2024

Happy belated birthday to our Patriotic litter born 7/20/21. 🎂

07/20/2024

I checked on the Rotman Pack last night and they are doing so well! Super proud of this family for working their butts off. Managing the pack aggression has been a priority for them since last fall. Cindy recently took off Trapper and Henry's muzzles. This does not mean Trapper and Henry are friends again, I don't think those two will ever be friends, but they can co exist. Since the muzzles are taken off that also doesn't mean that will never be worn again. Some aggression cannot be fixed, that is reality, it can only be managed. Cindy knows how to read the pack's body language and how to calmly interrupt or firmly correct as needed. That is her new life with this pack, but atleast she can have all 3 dogs out and not have a fight break out. If you are wondering when the last fight was it was April 19th at one of our sessions. Job well done to all involved ❤️

07/18/2024

Hank started school this week

The first session is always easy because it's important to ease both human and dog into training. Some dogs are eager to learn the first session and others are stubborn. Hank knows sit but it was a struggle to get him to sit during his session. I will add it was hot when I saw him and I know that had something to do with it. We had to take a step back and motivate him.
The goal of training a dog is to motivate them to do a command themselves and not push them into a position. That's why I like to lure a dog at first. Dogs are nose, eyes, and ear learners in that order. They learn with their nose first, second their eyes, and lastly their ears.

07/18/2024

Let's try this again. Facebook took down my last post because it supposedly went against community rules and it was misleading. I don't know what is misleading about getting together and walking dogs. 🤷‍♀️

Next group walk is July 27th at 10am. We will meet at Shakamak State Park near the camp store. We will be walking trail 3 which is about 1.5 miles long.

Benefits of group walks:
* structured socialization
* confidence building
* structured walks
* mental and physical work out
* meeting new dog friends

To sign up email [email protected].

07/14/2024

WE ARE MOVING

We have been grateful that family have let us rent these last several years, but it's time to move on. It has been challenging to find a home that is in Linton (required for my husband's job), outside of city limits, have enough yard for my business, and be in our price range. It only took 4 years, but we finally bought a house!

My big goal since opening the business is to have an indoor kennel and indoor training area on site. Though, I'm still a ways from that goal; I am one step closer. After we get important updates completed on our house it will be time to work on a building for the business.

*board & train and private training at my house are discontinued until further notice.*

Pictured is Addy super excited for her first day of cleaning and Athena supervising.