Hackles & Hide K9 Academy

11/27/2025

Co-regulation: On days like today, with all the extra noise and commotion, our animals can feel a little more on edge.

Animals are naturally wired to sync their nervous systems with another calm animal or human...This shared regulation helps them steady their emotions and feel safe.

Today, my boy really needed that. He sought out the calmest soul in the house and settled right into her peace.

Thankful for my boy 🤎.. and cousin Lauren's gentle nature.🫶🏼

11/27/2025

We are so thankful for every one of you who supports us!

Your encouragement keeps us moving forward in our purpose. 🫶🏼✨️ We appreciate you every single day!✨️

🦃 Mike and Ashley

11/22/2025

COME SEE US!!! Eastern Iowa Pet Expo

11/22/2025

Please come see us at the Eastern Iowa Pet Expo Grinchmas in Whoville!!! At the armory. 10-3!!

11/21/2025

✨️Kia has a history of showing aggression toward kids and unfamiliar people.✨️

In situations like this, the handler’s clarity and stability are SO IMPORTANT.

In the video, I’m guiding the handler through the interaction so they can navigate the moment with steady, effective leadership.

It’s not always the dog’s emotional state we need to adjust first! Sometimes we must support the human so they can provide the structure their dog needs to succeed in difficult situations. ✌🏼

If you need help, reach out!

HAPPY FRIDAY!!

Mike: [email protected]

Ashley: [email protected]

Www.hacklesandhidek9.com

11/20/2025

Presentation Day

Changing the way dogs are understood 🙌🏼

11/18/2025

🎄🐾SECOND ANNUAL UGLY SWEATER PAWTY! 🎄🐾

Break out your ugliest, sparkliest, and most fabulously hideous holiday sweaters.. because it’s time for our Second Annual Ugly Sweater Party!

✨️When: December 14th
✨️Time: 11 AM – 2 PM
✨️Where: The Cedar Rapids Humane Society
✨️Entry: Donation to the Humane Society if you are able.

We will have food and sweet treats!

❄️This is a NO DOG event! We are hoping to have a few adaptable dogs walking around. So out of respect for them, please leave yours at home!❄️

Let’s celebrate the season, support a wonderful cause, and fill the room with joy, laughter, and truly questionable sweater choices. 😵🎅

Stay tuned for a list of small animal businesses and rescues that'll be there showing off their stuff.!

Hope to see you there!! 🍭

11/18/2025

In case you missed it 👀

TIS THE SEASON FOR THE GRINCH! THE EASTERN IOWA PET EXPO'S GRINCHMAS IN WHOVILLE IS COMING UP. HERE WITH THE DETAILS ON HOW YOUR HEART COULD GROW THREE SIZES BIGGER THIS SATURDAY IS CHARLENE ALLAIRE FROM THE EASTERN IOWA PET EXPO, ALONG WITH KYLE SOLOMON OF KYLE SOLOMON PHOTOGRAPHY AND PODCASTER EMI...

11/17/2025

Tobii and Joe Winters. Even he has to pay the belly scratch toll, hah! Everyday Iowa

11/17/2025

11/17/2025

Don't forget to tune in to Everyday Iowa at 930 to see me and my team (plus Charlene) to talk about Grinchmas!!

11/16/2025

Ashley,Tobii, myself (The GRINCH) and Charlene from UNleashed will be on Everyday Iowa tomorrow to talk about Eastern Iowa Pet Expo Presents Grinchmas in Whoville, a fundraiser for local rescues on Saturday November 22nd!

Grinchmas is a great opportunity to support local rescues that are in need! This is also a wonderful opportunity to support local businesses this holiday season!

Totally noteworthy: Charlene has done an incredible job the past few years putting this event together. Her hard work in making things happen is completely admirable!!!

Please tune in tomorrow, and we hope to see you at Grinchmas Saturday November 22nd!