Working dog doing working stuff. Getting acclimated to retrieving a medicine bottle with an incredible amount of distraction - yes, that is a lot of food in the aisles. Next, on to finding it on the table with other items... and bringing it to the trainer.
Need a properly trained Service Dog? We train for multiple disciplines and would be happy to train a dog to help you. We specialize in finding the dog that you need, but are willing to evaluate your dog for fitness to work.
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If you've been following us for a while, you have likely seen our recall videos while the dogs are chasing squirrels. Drive switching is a little more complex to explain, but that is what happens when we call them out of prey drive.
A lot of people want to know how we do that without an e-collar. Here is a short clip of how we start the RECALL with our new puppy. We do the same thing with a grown dog, we just make sure they are hungry so the food reward has enough value to them for the engagement.
I believe every behavior has an opposite behavior. For example, a SIT also has a FREE. In recall a HERE has a GO - the opposite behavior of coming to you. This also helps with the send out later.
I use a long-line in the store because other dogs are entering for Daycare, but at home it is done off leash. I reinforce my HERE with a variable reward - sometimes a treat, sometimes praise, and sometimes some happy pets and love. A solid recall comes by building a relationship, and YOU becoming the absolute most important thing to your dog - AND, your dog getting what it wants - which is the reward. START the rewarding with praise the second the dog breaks drive to chase, hunt and continue until it returns to you. This is critical, because you're supposed to be having fun and so is your dog!
We also use feeding time to add an opportunity to recall. A stealthy food preparer can then use the food bowl by making a noise with it and pairing the word HERE.
Take the time to make the game work before you introduce a long-line and start dragging a dog back to you. Definitely make the game work before using an e-collar to pressure your dog. Pressure with no relationship is often a recipe for failure.
There are so many lost/found dogs posted in various groups with no ID tags on them. This shouldn't be the case.
We have the solution. Come see us on WEDNESDAY or FRIDAY this week, buy any bag of treats or a collar and get a FREE custom engraved dog tag. (Single sided - 2 lines - name/phone number).
Let's get dogs back home!
Tips if you "find" a stray:
- Notify the local shelter ASAP. This is how most people will actually find their dog - they call the local shelter.
- If you are able to, take the dog in to be scanned for a microchip. Veterinarians have the scanner - WE HAVE ONE, TOO!
- DO NOT immediately provide food to a healthy or fairly healthy looking dog - you don't know what they might be sensitive to or worse, allergic to.
- PROVIDE FRESH WATER, if you can.
- DO NOT lay claim to a stray dog. This is theft of property. A dog that has been on the streets for just a few hours can look pretty rough; it doesn't immediately mean it needs a home. A dog who has roamed for a week or so can look skinny and disheveled. This doesn't mean they were abandoned.
- AGAIN, call the shelter to report that you have found the dog. Call local Law Enforcement, people also call to report their missing dog so patrol officers can BOLO.
Is your dog on the "naughty" list? We have training options to fit most budgets and for every dog problem.
We can get your dog on the "NICE" list so you can enjoy life with your dog! Don't wait until you are too busy - and Spring is right around the corner!
Put an end to leash pulling, jumping on people, destruvtive behavior, reactivity, resource guarding and so much more! Reduce anxiety, fear, excessive barking once and for all.
GROUP CLASSES begin in January
IMMERSIVE Board n Train Programs
DAY TRAINING for an immersive experience without boarding
ONE ON ONE PRIVATE TRAINING for the ultimate guided experience with your dog
Put our team to work for you. Experience matters! Accessibility matters. We are HERE TO HELP!
You can Stop by to meet Steve at the Miramar location most weekdays.
Email our team at [email protected]
Check us out online www.whatsupdogfl.com/training
THE GEAR is here! Gear up with long sleeves, hoodies, hats, and beanies. We've got Rex Specs - Brümate - and all the What's Up Dog? Gear to keep you warm! 🔥 🔥 🔥
* special order embroidery is also avaialble
* kid sizes now available
* great Christmas gifts
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This week is special to us. Thank you for 6-years in our Miramar Beach location! The vision was to create a way to provide better food options for your pets. We think we've nailed it and have become the leader in new product offerings that really make a difference!
Because of your support of our small business, we have some serious community accomplishments to celebrate with you. We believe you should be proud to support a small, local business. Here's what we've done together:
✅️ Voted Best in Destin 3 years in a row 🏆
✅️ Set sales records for multiple food manufacturers and natural supplements state-wide 🏆 (that's a lot of healthy dogs)
✅️ Provided several fully-trained Service Dogs to combat wounded Veterans (at no cost to them) 🏆 🇺🇸 🪖
✅️ Provided Hurricane Michael relief by organizing teams to clear roads, prepare food, and colelct/distribute supplies to those in need (we partnered with local restaurants and individuals to feed thousands of meals each day)
✅️ Provided relief to those hit hardest during COVID-19 shutdowns by supplying free-of-charge dog food to keep dogs from being turned over to shelters and rescues (we were matched dollar for dollar by a generous individual, allowing us to provide several pallets of free food. This saved countless families the heartbreak of giving up their dog in uncertain times)
🏆 🏆 🏆 NONE OF THIS WOULD BE POSSIBLE WITHOUT YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT AND CHOOSING TO SHOP LOCAL!
TOGETHER, WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF DOGS AND HUMANS IN OUR COMMUNITY! 🏆 🏆 🏆
❤️ 💙 💜 We are grateful for our community. We have become the largest independent, family-owned Pet Supplies Store / Dog Training Facility on the coast - sure, we have accomplished many things, but your loyalty is what makes it all happen. ❤️ 💙 💜
Stop by this week and say hello. We'd love to thank you in person!
We know that all HEMP products are not created equal. When your veterinarian discusses (or doesn't discuss) hemp with you, know that they are limited by the opinion of the state board that they are governed by - and it varies from state to state. It may not even be their opinion, but it can make it difficult for your veterinarian to explore the benefits of hemp products for your pet, or even speak about them.
Pet Releaf carries the NASC [National Animal Supplement Council] Certification, and is the ONLY brand we carry or recommend.
You can learn more about it here: https://petreleaf.com/blog/what-is-a-nasc-certification
How do you know who to choose? We can help!
Stop by and grab a buffalo trachea, duck head, turkey neck... because dogs don't need cookies - they need pieces and parts for optimal health and vitality.
Celebrate your dog with what THEY love!
Whale Sharks, Rays, Octopi... and MORE! SUPER-SIZED and little-sized stuffed animals are here. Stop by and get yours today!
Need Professional Grooming? We've got that!
Be like Dude... get groomed!
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