09/01/2024
At the Evergreen Fair today in Monroe, WA. Foxy and I are representing Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers for the meet the breed event!
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At the Evergreen Fair today in Monroe, WA. Foxy and I are representing Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers for the meet the breed event!
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I'm sure you've had well meaning friends and family gift or suggest a book or two on dog training. So too did my client. He brought up a friend gave him one of Cesar Milan's book. And he had a LOT of questions. We had a good discussion about it during our session today.
This is all too common... and it's usually well meaning even if the advice is bad. But here is what I told my client... I'm glad you read the book and I am ecstatic you are asking questions!
1. Cesar Milan is an entertainer, not a dog trainer. The methods he uses are harmful.
2. Cesar Milan could not pass a basic dog training evaluation in Germany
3. Dogs have died as a result of Cesar Milan's methods.
TV is entertainment. And gonna be honest, real dog training and education is kind of boring for TV. It's not dramatic even though results can be!
More importantly, the exploitation has really boosted outdated theories of dog training and encourages training methods that are inhumane and harmful.
https://avsab.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Cesar_Millan_Response-download.pdf
I think it's important to read and watch things with a critical lense. Ask questions and seek more information. And I am so thrilled that my client felt comfortable to ask questions so I could offer more information and make him feel more confident in his choices to build a relationship with his puppy based on trust and cooperation. ๐
For more info on why Cesar Milan's methods are outdated and problematic, check out my blog that highlights dominance theory and why it's problematic to apply in dog training. https://readypupgo.biz/why-dominance-theory-fails-in-dog-training/
๐พ Happy National Dog Day from Ready, Pup, Go! ๐พ
Today, we're celebrating all the tail-wagging, face-licking, and heart-stealing pups that make our lives so much brighter. Whether they're your hiking buddy, your couch companion, or your co-pilot in life, dogs bring joy and love in the most unconditional way.
Share your favorite dog moments with us using and tag us! Let's fill our feeds with happy pups and spread the love today! ๐
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As a member if Pet Professional Guild, I have pledged to provide ethical humane training. What this looks like is educating my clients on how to train using effective humane training methods that don't risk causing physical or emotional harm to your dog and your relationship.
Dealing with challenging behaviors can be frustrating. It is tempting to use methods that promise quick results... but at what cost? Build a better relationship and solve behavior challenges in a way that makes you and your dog feel good!
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87th annual Monroe Fair Days Parade and Market is this weekend! Swing by the market in front of Wagner Performing arts from 9am to 1pm this Saturday August 24th, I'll be answering your dog training questions and you can guess how many squeaks are in the jar to WIN a FREE Training Session!
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I'll also be at Evergreen State Fair Sept 1st 10am to 2pm with Meet the Breed inside the Beef Pavilion ! Answering questions about Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers! Meet the Breed is a fantastic way to meet new breeds of dogs and talk to owners/breeders to learn about the breeds. We'll have representatives for Bullmastiffs, Clumbers, Chinooks, Salukis, Dobermans, Airedales, Norfolks, Terriers, Australian Shepherds, Shiloh Shepherds, Cavaliers, Beaucerons, Samoyeds , ACDs, Kookiers, Springers, and more! (Seriously it's a huge list!)
Foxy will be joining me - she loves saying hi and getting pets.
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๐พ Set House Rules for Your Puppy! ๐ก
Consistency is key when raising a puppy. Make sure everyone in your home is on the same page with house rules, whether it's no dogs on the bed or couchโthere's no right or wrong, just what works for you!
โ QUESTION: What house rules have you set for your puppy?
Need help drafting your rules? Ready, Pup, Go! is here to assist. Letโs create a happy home together! ๐ถ
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๐ฆ Are you dealing with a puppy going through the "raptor stage" of teething? Don't worry, it's a normal part of their development!
๐ Follow Ready, Pup, Go! for puppy tips and consider my remote training services for extra support.
How are you managing your puppy's teething woes? Share your tips below!
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Day 7: New Walk, New Adventures ๐ถโโ๏ธ
Letโs hit the road! For our final challenge, take your puppy on a walk in a new neighborhood or on a different trail. Let them sniff and explore all the new scents and sights. Every new experience helps them grow!
Whatโs the most interesting thing your puppy has discovered on a walk? ๐พ๐ณ
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Exciting news! You don't have to be the top dog in your relationship. Learn about the impact of Dominance Theory on traditional dog training and how modern training techniques have evolved to be more effective and fun!
Day 6: Puppy Playdate ๐๐
Time to make a furry friend! Safely introduce your puppy to another dog today. Let them interact and learn from each other, but keep it positive and calm. Puppy playdates are a great way to build social skills!
Has your puppy made a best friend yet? Tell us about their playdates! ๐ถโค๏ธ
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Day 5: Handling with Care โ
Todayโs challenge is all about handling! Gently touch your puppyโs paws, ears, and mouth to get them used to being handled. This is crucial for vet visits and grooming later on. Reward them with treats for staying calm!
How does your puppy feel about getting their paws touched? ๐พ๐งก
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Looking for a puppy? Many Shelters have puppies and young dogs looking for their furever homes!
Whether you're in Snohomish County or King County - there's pups waiting for you. Not sure what to look for? Let's chat! I offer pre-puppy consultations to help you plan and prepare for a new puppy ๐ฅฐ and support throughout puppyhood!
Day 4: Explore the World ๐
Letโs go on an adventure! Today, take your puppy to a new environment โ whether itโs a local park, a pet-friendly store, or just a new room in your house. Watch them explore and grow their confidence!
Whatโs your puppyโs favorite place to explore? ๐๐ฑ
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Day 3: New Friends, New Fun ๐
Itโs time for some social time! Todayโs challenge is to introduce your puppy to a new person. Make it a fun experience with lots of treats and praise, and watch them start to build positive associations with meeting new people.
Engagement Question: How did your puppy react when they met someone new for the first time? ๐พ๐
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Let's get those ears working! Todayโs challenge is to introduce your puppy to a new sound. Whether it's the doorbell, a vacuum cleaner, or a musical instrument, let them experience it in a calm, positive way.
Engagement Question: What sound has your puppy been most curious about so far? ๐ถ๐
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๐ Puppy Challenge Time! ๐
We know how exciting and overwhelming it can be to welcome a new puppy into your home. Thatโs why weโre challenging all new puppy parents to take the next 7 days and focus on **1 new socialization activity** with your pup each day!
Day 1: Introduce your puppy to a new texture under their paws. Grass, gravel, or a soft rug โ let them explore it!
What's the most surprising thing your puppy has reacted to during socialization? Share your story with us in the comments!
Ready, Pup, Go! is here to support you every step of the way. Letโs build confident, well-adjusted puppies together! ๐พ
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Puppy proofing and management is KING when it comes to keeping puppies and your belongings safe!
MANAGEMENT IDEAS
โญ๏ธ Use gates or xpens
โญ๏ธ Put belongings away in inaccessible places
โญ๏ธ Use direct supervision
It's an easy problem to solve but one many pet parents struggle with.
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Xpens are such a helpful and versatile management tool. Even as my dogs get older, we still use xpens when needed. And I have multiple xpens... originally because I have a tri-split level home so I didn't want to carry it up and down the stairs.
Currently we are using an xpen to keep the dogs in the living room during the day when the bathroom remodel contractor is working. He's coming and going through the garage door (cutting tile, mixing grout etc) and last thing we want is the dogs accidentally getting out or causing an issue when he's working.
We recently got our senior cats a new low entry litterbox. Previous was a tall walled Rubbermaid tote but as our cats age and show signs of arthritis, I want to make things easy for them. Suddenly the litter is accessible and tempting. We've ordered another gate for the room that has a cat door, but until that arrives, xpen keeps the dogs out of the litterbox.
Management is the number 1 way to prevent bad behaviors and provide safety. Love this article and highly recommend you consider buying at least one xpen.
Five ways to use exercise pens for life, by Kate Woods, IAABC-ADT, FFCP
A client once expressed feelings of shame when seeking help for their puppy, Bailey. They felt they should be able to handle the situation by themselves and were reluctant to admit their need for assistance.
It's important to realize that asking for support shows bravery, not weakness. Every pup and owner can benefit from professional guidance at certain times.
๐ถ Bailey and their owner successfully overcame their challenges and built a stronger bond through training.
๐ถ They learned that seeking assistance was the most beneficial decision they could have made.
๐ถ Their home is now filled with joy and mutual understanding.
If you are feeling embarrassed about needing help, let's talk. There is no reason to feel ashamed for wanting the best for your puppy.
Drop a ๐ค in the comments if you can empathize with this situation!
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Making tasty treats today! Super easy... grab your pup's normal kibble (i used about 1.5 cups), add a cup of hot water and two scoops of dehydrated chicken bone broth. Let that soak for a bit. Mash up the kibble when softened into a paste. Add a tbsp of peanut butter and a tsp of fish oil, mix it up and stuff into your favorite lickable toys... here I got some beef trachea and our toppl with stoppers.
Drop these in the freezer and you'll have some lickable treats to serve after a long day of play or if you need to step out and your pup needs a good distraction while you are away.
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Celebrating another year of growth and the launch of Ready, Pup, Go! ๐พ Grateful for the joy of guiding pups and supporting owners. Here's to more happy moments together! ๐ถโค๏ธ
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Hey there, team! ๐พ Let me share an inspiring story with you all about the amazing progress Worth and Buffy have made during our one on one puppy coaching sessions. ๐
One of my clients recently shared an emotional testimonial highlighting how we taught his kids to be dog detectives in reading body language and worked on reducing resource guarding problems. The results? Worth and Buffy are making significant progress! ๐ถ๐ช
If you're a new puppy owner, this just goes to show how beneficial puppy coaching can be in creating a harmonious relationship with your furry friends. ๐๐ผ Keep up the good work, team! Let's score some more wins together! ๐
๐ At Ready, Pup, Go!, we don't talk about "dominance" or being the "alpha." Instead, we focus on "cooperation," "bond," and "teamwork." ๐พ
Why? Because training is all about building a positive relationship, not trying to control the game.
We coach you to work with your pup's natural instincts and motivations, turning training into a win-win experience for both of you. Through cooperation, we make training fun and rewarding, fostering a bond where your dog loves to play and learn.
Ready to switch up your training game plan? Letโs huddle up and chat!
Drop a ๐ค in the comments if this speaks to you!
๐ก Idea... oh I'll get a photo of how snoozy Cha-cha is so I can talk about how to get your puppy to settle in the evening...
๐คญ Oops! She woke up...
It's ! Taking care of a new puppy is hard work, but don't forget to care for yourself. Try some Puppy Yoga! Yoga is a great stress relieving activity. Plus your puppy might join in for some laughs! ๐งโโ๏ธ๐
Ready, Pup, Go! Is more than just dig training, I'm all about helping puppy parents reduce their stress and frustration! Got puppy blues? Let's talk!
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๐พ Why Teaching Bite Pressure Control is Crucial for Your Puppy ๐พ Itโs not just about reducing how often your puppy bitesโitโs about teaching them *how* to bite gently. Without proper bite pressure control, those cute puppy nibbles could turn into severe bites when theyโre adults. Ensuring your pup learns safe biting boundaries now is essential for their development and your peace of mind. At Ready, Pup, Go!, I guide you through overcoming puppy biting challenges, helping you raise a well-mannered dog. Letโs make sure your pup grows up knowing how to play safely! ๐ Question: How have you been handling your puppyโs biting habits? Share your tips or struggles below! #PuppyTraining #BitePressureControl #PuppyBiting #DogTrainingTips #ReadyPupGo
A Success Reward marker is an important part of training. It is the very first thing we want to teach our puppies so when we are working on learning new behaviors, the puppy knows they have done what is being asked and we can follow that up with reinforcement! #readypupgo๐ #puppytraining #puppylife #puppylove #puppy #puppyparenthood #dogtraining #newpuppy
Throwing it back to this playful moment! ๐พ Watching this little one have a blast with their squeaky toy reminds us how vital play is for our puppies' physical and emotional well-being. ๐ค #ThrowbackThursday #PuppyPlay #HealthyPups #ReadyPupGo๐ #puppylife #tbt #puppytraining #play
Hey there, team! ๐พ Let me share an inspiring story with you all about the amazing progress Worth and Buffy have made during our one on one puppy coaching sessions. ๐ One of my clients recently shared an emotional testimonial highlighting how we taught his kids to be dog detectives in reading body language and worked on reducing resource guarding problems. The results? Worth and Buffy are making significant progress! ๐ถ๐ช If you're a new puppy owner, this just goes to show how beneficial puppy coaching can be in creating a harmonious relationship with your furry friends. ๐๐ผ Keep up the good work, team! Let's score some more wins together! ๐ #PuppyCoaching #TeamWork #ProgressIsKey#readypupgo#puppytraining #puppylife #dogtraining #petparents #puppycare #puppy
#tiptuesday I was answering dog training questions the other day at the Homeward Pet drive, and someone asked how they could stop their dog from constantly licking them. ๐กDogs lick for many reasons... affection, grooming, stress... licking is a soothing behavior for them. So, along with suggesting some ways to help address the dog's stress, I offered that we could provide a licking alternative. Lickable treats such as these lickmats are a great way to help your dog calm down. #puppylove #readypupgo๐ #PuppyCoaching #puppies #puppylife #PuppyTrainingTips #puppyparenthood #canineenrichment
'Happy #ThrowbackThursday! Let's take a trip down memory lane and share those precious moments from when we first brought our furry friends home. Feel free to drop your best puppy snapshots in the comments below! ๐ธ๐ถ #ReadyPupGo #PuppyMemories #Throwback #puppylife
๐พ Digging Deep: The Natural Instinct of Our Pup Pals! ๐๐ Did you know that digging is a natural behavior for dogs? It's how they explore, play, and even relieve stress! ๐๏ธ Whether it's for fun or just instinct, providing a safe outlet for this behavior is essential for your furry friend's happiness. ๐ฟ
๐พ When the pet parent channels their inner Anxiety from Inside Out 2 because their puppy is overtired and barking like a mini tornado! ๐ ๐ถ Remember, taking a deep breath and staying calm can work wonders for both of you! ๐โโ๏ธ๐ค #PuppyParentAnxiety #FurParentStruggles #InsideOut2Vibes #PuppyCoaching #KeepCalmAndTrainOn #PuppyWellness #FurBabyChill Looking for some support to navigate those pup parent panics? Puppy Coaching helps pet parents handle the chaos with a bit more ease! ๐๐ #PuppyCoachSupport #ReadyPupGo๐ #FurFamilyLove #InstaPuppyLife #AnxiousPuppyParent #CuteChaos ๐พ
Quality puppy coaching isn't just an expense, it's an investment in a happier, well-behaved furry friend! ๐พโค๏ธ #ReadyPupGo #PuppyCoaching #PetTraining #WorthIt #HappyPup #DogTraining #PetCare #InvestInYourPup
Break in the rain... time to get some LLW training in with Cha-cha! #readypupgo #dogtraining #trainingpuppy #puppyadvice
๐พ Ready, Pup, Go! offers Puppy Coaching! ๐ Expert guidance and support before and after you bring home your new puppy. ๐ Got puppy challenges? ๐ถ Turn them into Triumphs! ๐ Call today or visit https://readypupgo.biz to book your FREE discovery call! ๐๐ What's your biggest challenge in raising a new puppy? Share in the comments below! #ReadyPupGo #PuppyCoach #PuppyTraining #DogTraining #NewPuppy #PuppyChallenges #puppyparenthood #puppylove #puppy #puppylife #puppyofinstagram
๐พ Ready, Pup, Go! offers Puppy Coaching! ๐ Expert guidance and support before and after you bring home your new puppy. ๐ Got puppy challenges? ๐ถ Turn them into Triumphs! ๐ Call today or visit https://readypupgo.biz to book your FREE discovery call! ๐๐ What's your biggest challenge in raising a new puppy? Share in the comments below! #ReadyPupGo #PuppyCoach #PuppyTraining #DogTraining #NewPuppy #PuppyChallenges #puppyparenthood #puppylove #puppy #puppylife #puppyofinstagram
๐ Excited for Monroe Pride this weekend! ๐ Come celebrate with us and make sure to swing by the Ready, Pup, Go! booth. ๐ถ We're offering a chance to win a FREE intake or puppy prep session! Don't miss out on this paw-some opportunity. See you there! ๐ณ๏ธโ๐๐พ #MonroePride #ReadyPupGo #CelebrateWithPride
๐ Happy World Environment Day! ๐พ Let's take a paw-sitive step towards a cleaner planet by being mindful of our furry friends' waste. ๐ถ๐ฉ Did you know that dog waste can harm our environment and water sources? ๐ฑ But fret not! You can make a difference with a simple act - clean up after your dog using biodegradable bags. ๐ฑ Together, let's create a greener, healthier community for all creatures. ๐ฟ Check out our blog for more tips on being an eco-friendly pet parent: https://readypupgo.biz/environment-day-dog-poop ๐พโจ #WorldEnvironmentDay #CleanerCommunities #PawsForACause #ReadyPupGo #PuppyLove #PuppyParenthood ๐๐พ
Happy 1st Birthday to our favorite furball, Cha-cha! ๐๐พ Can you believe it's been a year already? From the long international car ride home to now, watching her grow has been nothing short of amazing. Let's talk about celebrating puppy milestones like birthdays. They're not just fun, they're a great way to reflect on the progress we've made together. What's your favorite way to celebrate your puppy's milestones? Cake? A new toy? A long walk in the park? Share your ideas and let's inspire each other to make these moments even more special! ๐๐๐โ๐ฆบ #PuppyMilestones #DogBirthday #ChaChaTurns1 #CelebratingTogether #FurballFun #ReadyPupGo
#sniffspot is such a great option to give your dogs an adventure. Today we went to an agility park to play. We had fun, dogs got to build confidence and get some interesting smells. #readypupgo #doglovers #doglife #puppylife #memorialdayweekend #dogsofinstagram #readypupgoplaytime
Happy weekend, puppy parents! ๐พ๐ It's the perfect time to bond and play with your furry friends. Remember, playtime isn't just fun - it's also a crucial part of your pup's development. It helps them learn important social skills and keeps them physically and mentally stimulated. So, grab that frisbee, head to the park, and let the fun begin! Don't forget to share your playtime adventures with us by using #ReadyPupGoPlaytime. Enjoy the weekend and remember, every day is a new adventure in the journey of puppy parenthood! ๐ถ๐ #ReadyPupGo #PuppyPlaytime #PuppyParenthood #HappyWeekend #dogsofinstagram #dogtraining #puppy
Happy National Dog Mom's Day to all the fantastic pet parents out there! Your dedication and love make the world a better place for our furry friends. Keep up the great work and remember, every day is a new adventure in the journey of puppy parenthood. #NationalDogMomsDay #DogMom #PuppyParenthood #ReadyPupGo