Serenity K9

🐾🦅👶 Dogs, Birds, and Babies- oh my! Meet Gambit (not a client dog, but one we’ve recently brought in as a potential partner for our hawks in the field!). In this video, he’s working on a crucial step in his training: learning to be comfortable and neutral around birds, specifically one of our Harris Hawks, Hagan. Gambit is practicing the first step in becoming a team with the bird—achieving neutrality. He’s focusing on his work and handler, while also learning to remain calm and composed with Hagan flying nearby. This approach helps both Gambit and Hagan gradually get used to each other in a controlled environment. And of course, the star of the show—baby Ilana! Watch for when she demonstrates her impressive leash handling skills while helping with the training 😂

I’ve been wanting a dog cart for my big boys for quite some time, and Joe surprised me with one for the holidays! We couldn't wait to give it a try, and of course, Bustelo and Westin were all in. These two absolutely loved having a new job to do, and we all had a fun time working together! My goal is to get Zo (and one day-Ilana!) riding and steering the cart, and even have the little dogs join the fun in the wagon! This is just another example of the incredible benefits that come from building a strong, solid foundation with your dogs. Thanks to all the training we've done, the boys trust me completely, are always willing to try new things, and give it their best effort with a positive attitude! Training isn’t just about obedience—it’s about the bond you build, and the fun you can have together ♥️🐾

Reactive German Shepherd before and during training Trip joined us for a camp program for some big dog reactivity as well as needing reliable obedience and manners. He struggled turning off in the home but his family couldn’t provide him the right mental and physical stimulation without getting him under control. Trip’s energy has now been channeled into appropriate behavior where he can enjoy engaging with his people and being included 😊

Beau has been one of the most intensely reactive dogs and challenging cases I have seen in 13 years. Anything that moved caused a huge response- barking, screaming, and completely mentally “gone”. Humans caused a guarding defensive reaction while animals caused a much more intense predatory reaction. Even moving cars would cause Beau to go into this terrible place. The whole SK9 team has worked their tails off with this boy. Beau trusts and respects us now to follow our guidance and help him navigate his difficult impulses and mental struggles. These videos are raw and show the real work including mistakes on helper dogs, handlers, coach, and dog. That is the reality of training. No cute music so that way my instruction can be heard. Boy do I wish we had a before video but it truthfully wasn’t safe to do so. I am so proud of our hard work with Beau and of Beau for making huge strides in progress!

Ulysses and Harley are with us for our Advanced Camp program. In these videos both dogs are being worked with on the remote collar as well as using food rewards.

Ulysses and Harley are with us for our Advanced Camp program. In these videos both dogs are being worked with on the remote collar as well as using food rewards. They are working on a variety of skill sets within their obedience: self awareness, impulse control, handler focus, and handler engagement on top of learning how to respond to communication through our verbal commands, body language, and training tools. These skill sets will be translated to every day life at home as well as outings and adventures their owners can include them in 🙂 www.serenityk9.org Georgia Family Dog Training Est 2012

We recently took in this little kitty we found dumpster diving behind a restaurant. While she is skittish of most things, she was drawn right away to Galil, our German Shepherd 🥰

We recently took in this little kitty we found dumpster diving behind a restaurant. While she is skittish of most things, she was drawn right away to Galil, our German Shepherd 🥰 Its so fascinating how she just picked him instantly. We often find her snuggling him and following him around the house. Still, if Galil is not around she is generally in hiding. When he is around she comes out to be with him. We do have another cat, Raisin, who also favors laying with Galil as does our Pomeranian, Amici. We love watching the relationships between all of the animals at the farm ❤️🐾

We had a great time at the Buckarma! Thank you to everyone who came to see us! We enjoyed meeting so many of you 😊

We had a great time at the Buckarma! Thank you to everyone who came to see us! We enjoyed meeting so many of you 😊 Special shout out to the three stars of the show: Bustelo, Westin, and Fig. This was a 3 day event with long hours and thousands of people! I couldn’t be more proud. There are no words to describe my love and gratitude ❤️🐶🦅

Remy, the 6 month old Goldendoodle's, camp program with SK9 🐾

Remy, the 6 month old Goldendoodle's, camp program with SK9 🐾 Remy came in as a typical adolescent with a lovely outgoing temperament but lacked overall manners and reliable obedience. The skillsets he learned still allows for him to be playful and full of personality while also having an off switch, impulse control, handler focus, and a good understanding of a communication system 😊 www.serenityk9.org Georgia Family Dog Training Est. 2012

Another great client class in the books! We had our monthly client class on property where we focused on confidence building and clear communication. Our monthly classes are open to all dogs and families that have completed a program with us. We have them in public places to work on real world distractions like downtown or the park, as well setting up new challenges at the farm for class. These classes are a part of the lifetime support that come with all of our programs. Our programs are not just about the few weeks of initial training but the ongoing relationships and community fostering support, growth, and lots of fun! 😊 www.serenityk9.org Georgia Family Dog Training Est. 2012

One day progress with German Shepherd Otto!

One day progress with German Shepherd Otto! The first clip shows Otto when he very first arrived for a camp program. He does not have any connection through the leash and becomes adrenalized leading to reactivity around the dogs. The rest of the video shows Otto’s progression on his second day. He was first taught how the leash is a line of communication and connection to the human. He learned how to be in a trusting, following, and focused state of mind. We use this understanding to keep him in a good state of mind around stimuli. Next, we begin building up the level of challenge around other dogs. Otto is first worked around some of the SK9 Pack in a down. Movement is going to be more triggering so mastering his skills with the dogs in command is the first step. Next, we work on calm pass-bys where one of the other dogs and Otto simply walk by each other. Then, we practice walking side by side with each other. The last step for this session is calling the dogs to run by him while he is walking. Otto is in movement during all initial exercises as this keeps his mind on a task. It is generally going to be easier for a dog to handle a distraction in movement versus at a standstill. As we build up Otto’s skill sets, he will begin to master being calm and having impulse control around dogs and as well as other stimuli. So proud of this big boy already! And as always, proud and grateful for our amazing SK9 helper pack. We wouldn’t be able to do the work we do without them! 😊 www.serenityk9.org Est. 2012 Georgia Family Dog Training

Normal shenanningans around Serenity Farms 🐥🐶

Normal shenanningans around Serenity Farms 🐥🐶

Normal shenanningans around Serenity Farms 🐥🐶 We have a variety of animals the dogs are exposed to during their time with us- from cats to chickens, rabbits, and hawks! These baby chicks quite like Galil’s fluff 😂🐥🐾 www.serenityk9.org Est 2012 Georgia Family Dog Training