Reeds K9 Training - Minot,ND

08/07/2024

Wet Dog Wednesday:
5 TIPS TO PREVENT MATTED FUR ON YOUR DOG
1. Regular Brushing

The most important thing you can do is brush your dog’s coat regularly. This will help keep tangles from forming and make sure all knots are kept at bay before they become full-on mats. Make sure you use a brush that is specifically designed for your pup’s breed type and coat length.

2. Bathing
Regularly bathing your pup is also important as dirt buildup can contribute to matt formation over time. Additionally, using conditioner after a bath will also help reduce the likelihood of mats forming in between brushings.

3. Professional Grooming
Every few months (or more often depending on your pooch’s needs), taking them in for professional grooming sessions is recommended as well so that an experienced groomer can get rid of any stubborn mats before they turn into bigger problems.

4. Avoid Excessive Shedding
Some breeds are prone to excessive shedding which can contribute to matting over time; if this applies to your pup then try using anti-shedding shampoo occasionally during baths or invest in an undercoat rake/brush which will help remove loose hair from underneath their topcoat layer before it becomes tangled up.

5. Check For Parasites
Make sure you check your pup frequently for parasites like fleas or ticks which could be contributing factors towards matt formation due to scratching/biting at their fur.

Keeping an eye out for matted hair on your dog should be a regular part of their grooming routine — especially if they have longer coats that are prone to tangling easily.

08/05/2024

👏🏻 We are so beyond thrilled to welcome Reeds K9 to our Lend-a-Paw Fundraiser Festival in Oak Park on Saturday, August 10th!

Reeds put together a message to all our followers:

We are incredibly excited to participate in SVAS's 5k Color Run/Walk/Roll Lend-a-Paw Fundraiser Festival! It's a wonderful chance for us to connect with fellow dog enthusiasts, share our passion for training, and support the noble cause of rescuing and rehoming pets.

𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐊𝟗 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐚 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐠 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐞, 𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐏𝐮𝐩 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩. 𝐖𝐞'𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐨 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐝𝐨𝐠 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐬, 𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐠𝐬 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐲 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬.

We at Reeds K9 Training are passionate about nurturing happy, well-behaved dogs and strengthening the bond between pets and their families. Whether you're starting with a lively puppy, addressing fear and aggression, or seeking a trusted home-away-from-home, our team is committed to supporting you through every stage of your journey.

We always look forward to coming together with the community to make a positive impact on animals, forge new relationships, and promote mental health through the joy of exercise and our shared love for dogs.

Mental health is a cornerstone at Reeds K9 Training, particularly through our nonprofit, Reeds Service Dogs. Specializing in psychological service dogs, we're committed to improving well-being & independence through the power of canine companionship and support. Join us as we continue to advocate for mental health awareness and empower individuals with the invaluable assistance of our dedicated service dogs.

Come see us in August at Oak Park!

🫵🏼𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐲! 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐧𝐝-𝐚-𝐏𝐚𝐰 𝟓𝐊 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐮𝐧/𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤/𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐥 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥!

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08/05/2024

Every now and then I get the question 'Can you guarantee it works and I get results?’ And I never answer with yes.
Results aren't dependant on me. They are dependant on you.Your commitment. Your persistence.
I can absolutely help your dog understand the rules. Show them the way. Give them the directions.
'Install the buttons'. But if you don't know which 'buttons to press*.. results will not last.

07/31/2024

Wet Dog Wednesday:
The swirls, curlicues, and twists on curly coated dog breeds can range from tight ringlets to pronounced curls. Long-haired dogs with slight waves in their fur (think Golden Retrievers) wouldn’t be considered curly coated. But when the waves become more pronounced, you’ve entered curly dog coat territory. The best known curly coated breeds are Portuguese Water Dogs, Airedale Terriers, and Poodles of any size.

07/29/2024

Have you considered hiring a professional dog trainer to help you with your dog? Whether you have a new puppy or you have a long time buddy, sometimes we could use a little extra help managing their behavior.

If you’re still on the fence, here are 3 reasons why you should consider hiring a trainer

1. Learn to Communicate with Your Dog
Certified dog trainers have been taught how to interpret dog language. Even better we’ve learned how to translate it and help you become fluent too!

2. Help with Problem Solving
As humans we look at our pets behavior in a certain way. But that may not be their intention behind it. A professional trainer can help you by thinking critically about your dogs behavior and provide a creative solution on how to change it.

3. Work at Your Convenience
Don’t have time to take a class to train your dog? Have a schedule that tends to vary? A professional trainer can come to your home or schedule when it’s convenient for you. We offer flexible options in terms of scheduling. Even being able to train your dog for you while you’re at work.

07/24/2024

Wet Dog Wednesday:
Here are some tips on how you can keep your puppy as relaxed and calm as possible while you are grooming them:

-Stay calm and talk in a relaxing voice
-Start getting your puppy used to being touched, brushed, and wet as early as possible
-Play with them beforehand to calm them down and associate the start of a grooming session with playtime
-Establish a set grooming routine and schedule for your puppy
-Take breaks when needed and move at your puppy's pace
-Provide your puppy with treats and reward good behavior

07/22/2024

Is your dog giving you deaf ears? When this happens, avoid repeating the command over and over and imposing yourself until you get a response; instead, take a step back and consider the following scenarios which are some of the most common issues encountered when training dogs.
1) Low Value Treats: Are Your Treats Worth Working For?
2) Low Rate of Reinforcement: Are You Missing Out on Rewarding?
3) High Criteria: Are You Asking Too Much at Once?
4) High Level of Distractions: Is there too Much Going on?
5) Lack of Training: Has Your Dog Ever Been Trained Before?
6) Unclear Cues: Are You Confusing Your Dog?
7) Frustration Buildup: Are you Getting Frustrated?
8) Emotional Problems: Are Emotions Getting in the Way?
9) Health Considerations: Is Your Dog in Pain or Uncomfortable?
10) Are You Forgetting to Brain Train Your Dog?
Check out our blog to learn more.

07/20/2024

07/17/2024

Wet Dog Wednesday:
If you want to be technically correct (…and people who like being technically correct would say that’s the best kind of correct), ‘hair’ and ‘fur’ are the same things. If you looked at them under a microscope, or a**lyzed them chemically, you’d find no difference.

Then what do people mean by dogs with hair versus dogs with fur? They’re usually referring to the difference between a single coat and a double coat. A single layer of coat is sometimes called a ‘hair’ coat. It might grow long or stay short, cascade in waves or form bouncy curls, feel silky smooth or rough to the touch, but the hair all over the dog is basically the same.

Other dogs have a double coat: an outer layer of thicker guard hairs and a different undercoat of thin, lightweight hairs. The undercoat is like the down on some birds that grows beneath the larger, thicker, more weatherproof feathers.

07/15/2024

07/15/2024

It’s true that you should never get into the middle of a dog fight, because some of the most damaging dog bites occur when owners try to separate fighting dogs. There are some tactics you can use to break up the scuffle without actually getting in the middle of the fray. Try using water, a really loud noise, or even a distraction like grabbing a treat bag or using voice to direct them to do something else. Owners should do everything they can to prevent another fight in the future. Often dogs don’t settle matters on their own, and fighting intensifies over time, especially with dogs in the same home. This calls for advanced training with the help of an animal behaviorist or a certified professional trainer.

07/10/2024

Wet Dog Wednesday:
Aside from nail trimming, paws aren't often given enough attention. When grooming your dog, this is the one thing you don't want to forget. Trim the hair between the pads of your dog's paws.

You can also use a razor if your pet is comfortable with it. Excessive hair growth in this area could lead to irritation. Keeping this area trimmed also helps with traction, which is important if your dog has an active outside lifestyle.

07/08/2024

Many shelter dogs are well-behaved pooches who, for an endless list of possible reasons, could not be kept by their original owners. Older shelter dogs make ideal candidates for people wanting to skip the puppy stages of chewing, potty training and mouthing. The interview process at most shelters also pairs canine candidates with the family setting that will best suit the dog’s temperament, which can create cohesion from the beginning. For many families, shelter dogs are perfect companions.

07/06/2024

Doggie Daycare will be closed during the North Dakota Fair. Boarding is still open & filling up quick!

07/03/2024

Wet Dog Wednesday:
Dogs come in various shapes, sizes, and personalities. When grooming a dog, coat type is one of the most important things to understand. If you have a short-haired dog, you haven't much to worry about.

On the other hand, many popular dog breeds like retrievers, poodles, and shih tzus require extra care. Some dog coats are prone to tangling and matting and can be hard to deal with for a beginner dog owner. Some dog owners disregard the shears and shave their dogs instead.

However, shaving is not always the right choice for dogs. For some dog breeds, shaving is only an option for severe matting. It can ruin a dog's undercoat and cause irreparable damage to their fur.

If you have a long-haired or double-coated dog, do your research. It may seem like extra work, but it will save you a lot of time and headaches in the future.

07/01/2024

Look how amazing our private dog park is looking! We are so excited to offer this space to our local community! If you want a safe, private space to let you pups burn off energy check out MINOTS ONLY PRIVATE DOG PARK.

07/01/2024

Committing to feeding a raw diet to my dogs took me a while. Before I made the switch, I was using what I believed to be a high-quality kibble. Now that I’ve been feeding my dogs raw, the idea of feeding dry dog food seems like a foreign concept.

My interest in feeding my dogs a biologically appropriate diet was ignited by the fact that my German Shepherd had so many issues that we couldn’t seem to solve. At the age of 3 he started to develop itchy skin, ear infections and puss pockets in between his toes that would burst and bleed – Switching to raw gave me the opportunity to know every ingredient, where it was sourced and make adjustments as needed for his allergies. So, I started out on my journey to find high quality meat, fruit, vegetables, and everything else I might need - It took only a few weeks to start seeing physical changes in my dog’s appearance. His eyes got brighter, and there were no gooey secretions. His coat was softer, and the color deepened. My dog’s weight regulated easily, and his ears cleared up. Ear infections and itchy skin went away. Plus, there were no more routine gassy bouts after meals. That was a bonus! I could only conclude that with all those outward signs of improvement, there must be some internal improvement as well. I went back to school to become a Certified Animal Nutrition Coach which has now offered me the freedom teach others how to offer their dogs the highest care to their dogs.

If you don’t know where to start or aren’t sure if raw is right for you, Schedule a consultation with our Animal Nutrition Coach and she can walk you through different option (both raw & kibble) to provide the best for your dog.

06/28/2024

Our neighbors just down the road lost their dog! If you're on your way out this way and happen so see Zoey contact Torrie Bly so we can get this sweet girl home!

06/26/2024

Wet Dog Wednesday:
As just about every groomer knows, almost all dogs shed. No one expects the sleek pitbull or greyhound they fell in love with at the shelter to leave unruly piles of fur around their house, but after a few months, the fur does add up! If you’re getting fed up with watching your dog’s every move with one hand on the vacuum cleaner, you might be interested in learning how to effectively and easily deshed your dog.
Desheding will not only make for a happy pet owner — your dog will appreciate the process as well, since desheding removes loose fur so that your dog can blossom into their comfy new coat with ease. Here are 5 of the easiest ways to deshed a dog to allow you to keep both you and your canine companion happy and free of fur.

#1 Brush regularly.
#2 Bathe regularly.
#3 Use a dedicated deshedding shampoo and conditioner set
#4 Brush after baths
#5 Use a dog dryer

Keeping your home fur free is a never-ending battle that can never be completely won. But if you want to dramatically decrease the fur levels on your floors — and keep your dog more comfortable in the process! — then use these five deshedding techniques to learn how professional dog groomers deshed their dogs.

06/24/2024

Did you know we only accept 6 big & 6 small dogs each day for doggie daycare? Offering smaller group sizes means our techs can keep a closer eye on each dog! Keeping them safe & monitored. We also require all dogs coming to day camp to go through our temperament test too!

06/19/2024

Wet Dog Wednesday:
Before most of us venture out in the sun, we have the ritual of putting sunscreen on. Intense ultraviolet rays not only cause damage to the skin but can increase cancer risk. Sun protection is important for everyone, and that also includes our pet companions.
Many pet owners ask us if their dog should wear sunscreen. The simple answer is yes, but there are a few steps to consider before you grab a bottle of that dog sunblock.

#1 Dogs need protection from the ultraviolet rays because they can become burned or suffer skin damage that, over time, can lead to certain types of skin cancer. While dogs have natural protection from the sun due to their fur, they have several exposed areas that can be harmed, such as the nose and ears.

#2 Chronic sunburn and prolonged time in the sun causes skin diseases and cancerous tumors over time. There are some dogs who are more at risk than others, though, including:
-Dogs with white or light colored fur
-Short haired breeds
-Hairless breeds
-Dogs who have been shaved
-Dogs who spend a lot of time outside

#3 How to Use Dog Sunscreen
Before you start to apply your own sunscreen to your dog, stop what you are doing. Human sunscreen can harm your pet because it contains toxic ingredients PABA and zinc oxide. If ingested it can be poisonous, and since dogs love to lick their skin, this would be a great risk to them.

Instead, use a dog safe sunscreen, formulated just for four-legged friends. Apply the sunscreen to any exposed areas of the body, including the torso, stomach/groin, inside of legs, tips of ears, and bridge of nose. After you apply, distract your dog with a chew toy or the equivalent until the sunscreen is fully absorbed, about 15 minutes.
Don’t forget to reapply if your pet swims or is around water.

06/17/2024

It is not an older dog's responsibility to correct puppies and younger dogs during their interactions.
It's not fair for the older dog to have to do that, and it can potentially be a scary, negative experience for either dog, resulting in them displaying fearful reactive behaviors in the future around other dogs. It can also become dangerous if things escalate.
Instead, it is on us to manage their interactions and teach them the skills they need to navigate interactions better. For example, teaching our dog to be able to be called away from another dog, especially when we see uncomfortable body language signals, so that there isn't a need for either dog to escalate. Over time, they learn to make space themselves as they have been reinforced by us for doing so.

06/12/2024

We are so beyond thankful for all our clients! Today Shani received a cookie bouquet from one of our boarding clients & then we received this wonderful review from a recent board and train. Our #1 priority is always the care & comfort of the dogs in our care & love serving our community.

06/12/2024

Wet Dog Wednesday: Taking care of your dog’s coat is essential for keeping them safe, healthy, and happy. One of the most common issues that arise with a pet’s coat is matting. In the worst cases, matting can be painful and cause skin issues or even infection. To avoid this, it’s important to understand what causes matting in dogs and how you can prevent it. There are many potential causes of matted hair in dogs, including infrequent brushing, improper brushing techniques, outdoor conditions like extreme weather, and long-haired breeds with coats that tangle easily.

Additionally, parasites like fleas or ticks can cause a dog’s fur to become matted due to scratching or biting at their fur. In any case, when left unaddressed for too long, matted hair can cause serious health problems for your pup. Matted fur can lead to skin irritation as well as infections due to bacteria or fungus growth. If left untreated for long enough, mats may even cut off circulation at the site which could be very painful for your pup and even lead to amputation of the affected area if severe enough. As such, it’s important to address matted hair as soon as possible before any more serious complications arise.

06/10/2024

The number one inhibitors of a successful training session are distractions. Just like people, dogs can often get distracted by a variety of things. Because of this, it’s a good idea to eliminate distractions when possible during the begging stages of training sessions. Keep their toys away, close the windows and try to do it in quiet places away from your children or other pets.

Also, even without distractions dogs will eventually lose their focus and become more difficult to train. In general, keeping your training sessions to around 10-15 minutes is the sweet spot. Anything longer and many pets will begin to get distracted by anything and everything.

06/06/2024

We love keto & are so glad he is loving his new home.

06/05/2024

Wet Dog Wednesday:

Most dogs involuntarily express their a**l glands. If a dog’s nutritional needs are being met with high-quality food, and they maintain a healthy weight and get plenty of exercise, they should not need to have their a**l glands expressed. If your dog is not having an issue, there is nothing you need to do. Check with your vet if you are wanting to do routine expression as most vets recommend leaving the a**l glands alone if they are not causing a problem.

Some dogs, however, require their glands to be manually expressed. If the consistency of your dog’s stool changes, their a**l glands will not be naturally expressed. Then the liquid in the glands will thicken, making it harder to be able to express. If this happens, the glands can become irritated, inflamed, infected, and even impacted. Once your dog starts to have symptoms and issues with their a**l glands, it's best to have their glands expressed every three to four weeks to prevent the issue from happening again. Your dog’s a**l glands can be expressed by your veterinarian, a veterinary technician, or even some dog groomers.

06/03/2024

Dogs are Social Animals, not Pack Members
Dominance theory has been debunked by the same group of scientists who conducted the original study on which the alpha dog urban legend is based (Lee-ST. John 2010).The original 1940s studies captured wolves and forced them to compete for resources. Scientists claimed that the resulting aggressive, dominance seeking behavior was the way in which wolf packs were naturally established. In fact, following research has found that wolves live in family groups, in which the young willingly follow the lead of their parents. Dogs are separated from wolves by thousands of years of evolution and have many clearly observable differences in behavior, especially with people and other animals.

When you consider all of the scientific research about dog behavior and psychology, the lasting enthusiasm for dominance training says more about people than it does about dogs or wolves.

Perhaps it shows that too many trainers have been more focused on displaying their own dominance than understanding and helping dogs. Trainers that care about treating the dog fairly and achieving lasting results have better tools.