To all the reactive dog owners:
I know it's tough.
Owning a reactive dog is hard, but most everyone I've met wants the same thing: to love them and help them feel better.
It's definitely not easy having a dog with behavior issues, but your willingness to help your dog is seriously awesome.
This is probably not how you pictured dog ownership, but you know your dog didn't choose this and they're trying their best.
Don't beat yourself up if your patience runs thin or if you feel overwhelmed. Remember that your dog will have setbacks, and it's normal to get frustrated; reaching a breaking point happens (to you, human). As you know, healing takes time, patience, and persistence!
Reactivity's a crazy ride, but you're doing it. Your dog's lucky to have you!
Hang in there!!!!
Happy Friday!
This is a friendly reminder that if you are solely banking on that one-hour-a-week training sesh to change how your dog behaves at home, then prepare to be disappointed!
I say this with the utmost respect. If you do not plan on being consistent and willing to make the necessary 🐾lifestyle change🐾 to improve this relationship with your dog, please do not call us!
Once you sign up for training, you need to be committed.. all hands on deck.. the whole family! We can give you all the tools for your toolbox, but it's up to you to use them!
What we don't use, we lose.. our dogs are no different!!
If you're ready to make that change and COMMIT..reach out!!
Happy Tuesday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY SAMUEL!
You are my reason, Buddy!
I love you 🧡🖤
One crucial aspect in dog training is comprehending the concept of a dog's "Threshold."
In the dog world, a threshold refers to the specific distance at which a dog perceives a potential trigger and becomes alert to its presence without experiencing emotional distress. It can be viewed as the dog's protective boundary. However, once the trigger crosses that boundary, the dog becomes excessively stimulated to the point where it loses the ability to respond to commands or calm itself down (in simpler terms, the dog has officially lost their sh*t) 🙀
This video serves as a prime illustration of what occurs when dogs exceed their threshold and reach their breaking point.
This particular group of dogs faces various challenges. It is noteworthy that the family has shown so much dedication in assisting these dogs. 👊🏼
💫The Place Command is such a magical little signal 💫
This command is great when you need to preform a task without a dog under your feet. It's also a great command when your dog needs to just #ChillTheFOut
Need help teaching your friend the Place Command? Reach out!!!
One last thing... HAPPY FRIDAY!
Meet Milo. Milo was at risk for euthanasia. We've been working with him since June.. he has come leaps and bounds!
We see you, Milo! We're here to help 👊🏼
#SavingAllTheSamuels
My boys had a spa day at Uptown Paws yesterday!
Tobii LOVED it, and Bruce.. well, he’s just Bruce! 🤣
SOUND UP! 🎶 .. HAPPY SATURDAY!
All ready talk about K9 Aggression today! Who’s coming?! 11pm, my place.. hope to see you there!
Sunday doughnuts for my boys! Thanks Lush Puppy Boutique!
Pt 2 Aggression/ Reactivity Expo
Part 2!
Unfortunately my recorders phone died before I was done. 👎🏼
Expo Aggression and Reactivity
Today I had the honor of speaking about Aggression/ Reactivity. My goal is to bring awareness as to why certain behaviors are happening so we can form compassion and understanding for our dogs that are trying so hard to tell us they how they feel. Once we understand we can fix the problem forever or at the least manage, and allow our friends to live the life they DESERVE!
Part 1
Come see me at Eastern Iowa Pet Expo! I’ll be giving a presentation for Bailing Out Benji at noon and speaking out Aggression/Reactivity at 1pm!!!
Come see me and learn!!!!
