Building Better Dogs

07/05/2025

🐾 Ready to Build a Better Dog? 🐾
Your dog’s journey to better behavior starts with one click!

📅 Schedule your Meet & Greet + Behavior Assessment easily using our secure online form – no calls, no hassle, just results.
✅ Fast
✅ Simple
✅ Tailored to your dog’s needs

👇 Tap the link to get started today!
🔗 https://form.jotform.com/251765452702053

💬 Questions? Call us at (251) 414-6114
📍 Proudly serving dogs across the Gulf Coast

07/05/2025

🚨 PUPPY PARENTS — HOUSE TRAINING HELP IS HERE! 🐶💩
Tired of cleaning up accidents? Let’s fix that — fast, easy, and the BBD way!

✅ With Building Better Dogs proven house training method, your pup will learn to potty outside every single time — no more guesswork, no more stress. And once they’re trained? Say goodbye to the crate for good!

🎉 NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS!
📆 2-Week House Training Special
🐾 For puppies ages 4–8 months
💰 Just $175
🚀 Quick, consistent, and backed by 30+ years of experience!

📲 DM me or call (251) 414-6114 to reserve your spot.

07/05/2025

📣 Training Tip from Building Better Dogs:
✨ Want your dog to listen better, learn faster, and love working with you? Build trust first.

You can’t shortcut trust. It’s not earned with commands—it’s built through consistency, patience, and kindness. 🐶💛

I don’t just train dogs.
I create partnerships based on mutual respect and communication.
Because when a dog trusts you, they don’t just obey…
They engage, cooperate, and choose you every time. 🙌

📌 Here’s how to start:
🦴 Be predictable.
🦴 Reinforce the good.
🦴 Slow down when they’re unsure.
🦴 Celebrate every win—no matter how small.

👊 Trust isn’t a technique—it’s the foundation of everything we do.
Let’s build it. Together.

📞 Call (251) 414-6114 to schedule your Meet & Greet today!
Let’s turn trust into real results—one paw at a time. 🐾💪

07/04/2025

06/26/2025

🚨 Calling all pet parents! 🚨

Ready to start your dog’s training journey with Building Better Dogs? 🐾
Scheduling your Meet & Greet + Initial Assessment is easier than ever!

Just fill out our quick & easy Client & Pet Information Form online — it only takes a few minutes to get started on the path to a better-behaved best friend. 🐶💪

📅 Schedule now: https://form.jotform.com/251765452702053

✅ Fully insured
✅ Positive, modern training methods
✅ 30+ years of expert experience

Let’s build a better dog — together. 🦴❤️

06/24/2025

📌 TRAINING TIP TUESDAY – Why We Don’t Use “Stay”

At Building Better Dogs, we believe in keeping training clear, simple, and effective — for both the dog and the human. One of the biggest myths in basic obedience is the idea that you must teach a separate "stay" command. But here’s the truth:

🐾 When we ask a dog to "Sit" or "Down," the command itself already means “stay in that position” until they’re told otherwise.
There’s no need to layer on an extra word like "stay" — it just adds unnecessary confusion.

✅ Instead, we focus on what’s called implied duration.
That means once your dog performs a behavior (like sit), they remain in that position until you:

👉 Give a new command (like “Down” or "Come"), or
👉 Use a termination marker (we use the word “Free”) to release them from the position.

This system builds clear communication, focus, and accountability — without the extra noise.

💡 Pro Tip: Mark the effort with a “Yes” while they hold the behavior to keep them motivated and engaged!

🎯 This is part of my philosophy of working with your dog through positive reinforcement, gentle guidance, and clear structure.

📞 Ready to build better obedience through better communication? Call (251) 414-6114 today to schedule your meet & greet!

06/24/2025

🐾 You Don’t Need to Be a “Dog Whisperer” to Talk to Your Dog 🐾

I hear it all the time—
“You’ve got the mojo!”
“You’re a real Dog Whisperer!”

And while I’ve spent years building experience and deepening my connection with dogs, here’s the truth:
Anyone can learn to effectively communicate with their dog—no matter who you are or where you come from.

Dogs want to understand us. They thrive when we’re clear, consistent, and compassionate. At Building Better Dogs, I help owners just like you learn how to speak dog—so you and your canine companion can build a stronger, more respectful bond.

✅ I work with ALL dogs—regardless of breed, age, training goals, or behavioral challenges.
✅ Whether you’re starting from scratch or trying to overcome serious issues, I’ll meet you where you are and help guide you toward success.

All dogs deserve a full and balanced life, and I’m here to help you and your dog achieve that—together.

🌞 Summer training sessions are filling up fast—reserve your spot today! Let’s start building better behavior and better communication.

📩 Message me to learn more or call (251) 414-6114 to schedule your consultation.

06/24/2025

🌟 Positive Energy. Positive Environment. Powerful Results. 🌟

Want to know the real secret behind great dog training?
It’s not magic—it’s mindset.

Creating a training space full of positive energy, patience, and encouragement doesn’t just help your dog feel safe and confident—it actually boosts communication, accelerates learning, and makes the entire experience enjoyable for both of you.

At Building Better Dogs, we focus on building trust, not tension. Because when training is fun, upbeat, and clear:
✅ Your dog feels more motivated
✅ You make faster progress
✅ And together, you build a strong, lifelong bond

🐾 Whether you’re working on obedience, behavior issues, or just trying to understand each other better—success always starts with the right vibe.

💬 Let’s create a joyful, productive environment where your dog can thrive.
🌞 Summer sessions are filling up—book yours today! (251)414-6114

06/22/2025

🧠🐾 Building Better Dogs' Tip of the Week 🐾🧠
STOP Hiding Your Dog from the World! It’s Making Things WORSE.

If your dog is anxious or reactive, avoiding the outside world might feel safe—but it’s actually doing more harm than good. Confidence doesn’t grow in isolation—it grows through guided, positive social experiences. 🚶‍♂️🐕

Crates, gates, and stronger leashes might prevent escapes or outbursts, but they won’t fix the underlying fear. A dog who escapes a crate isn’t just being “bad”—they’re panicking. 💥

🛑 Don’t just buy a better crate—build a better mindset.
✅ Real progress starts with professional training, structure, and trust-building.

👉 The longer you wait, the worse it gets. Start today.
Your dog deserves confidence—not confinement.

📞 Need help? Building Better Dogs is here to guide you.
Let’s build a better life—together. 💪🐶