Seeking Foundations Dog Training

04/27/2024

Myths about dogs! These barely even scratch the surface of the things incorrectly believed about dogs.

Did you learn something new here?
Let me know!

04/13/2024

Happy Saturday, friends!

Here’s a little about us, what we offer and what’s to come.

Next month you can look forward to a FREE four part mini series that will include the steps you need to build a bond with your dog and get them to notice you when they usually don’t.

When it’s time, I’ll release the link to sign up right in my stories, so if you’re not following me you should click that button. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to grow your relationship with your dog!

03/01/2024

Hi new friends! Just wanted to share a little about myself and what I offer. Keep swiping for my favorite pictures of my two babies, Asuka and Max.

I offer virtual, in person and hybrid training options to meet all of your needs wherever you may be!

We hope to meet you soon! Feel free to take a look at my website and book a free consultation, or DM me with any questions you might have.

01/31/2024

I for real do NOT spend enough time on here. I promise to try harder, but in the meantime please go find me on Instagram . I’m on there and active everyyyy day. 🙏 thanks for understanding, love you, byyyeeee!

01/11/2024

I’m watching a story about a man in Texas who let three dogs die while he was boarding them.

Three dogs gone. Three families destroyed. Three empty beds and boxes of ash.

Dogs do not just die.

If you board your dog with an individual or a business, the second you notice you’re not getting updates or answers, acknowledge that something is wrong! GO home, break the doors down until you get an answer!

When I was boarding dogs in my house I gave the guardians updates multiple times a day. I took pictures on EVERY walk. I sent videos and assurance that their pets were safe and happy to the point of being annoying.

Why? Because that’s what guardians should expect when entrusting the lives of their family members to another person.

I am horrified by stories like this, yet there are so many of them. And that man had the audacity to call himself a trainer.

01/05/2024

Please go check out my most recent blog post! Unfortunately, I had some issues with my website but that’s all fixed now. So I’m back to my blog again.

This most recent one is dipping in the mind of Patricia McConnell, a wonderful, brilliant, and humble animal behaviorist.

Ready to learn something new? Check it out!

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01/02/2024

Yesterday I got to tell one of my most valuable lessons about dogs.

I hope that isn’t the last time I get to be on a podcast because it felt truly amazing.

In the spirit of things, here’s a gentle reminder that every dog is an individual. If you’re struggling with your furry friend you need to take a seat at the table with them and listen.

By listening I don’t mean hearing them bark, I mean pay attention to their behaviors, their body language, their likes and dislikes.

That thing you’re confused about has an explanation and if nothing you have tried is working it’s time to ASK FOR HELP.

I am open to helping clients for free, under the only condition that your situation is allowed to be used for social media purposes.

Don’t lose hope, reach out!

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01/01/2024

Happy New Year!

This year I hope everybody creates happy new feelings for their relationships with their furry family members ❤️.

My only goal is to keep on the path I’m on and to figure out this social media stuff. Woah is it more complicated than it should be! 😂

Enjoy your first day of 2024, and if you have the time, let me know in the comments what you’d like to see me cover this year!

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12/28/2023

12/24/2023

✨Unpopular opinion:✨

❤️Getting a dog from a shelter is not for everyone.
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❤️Yes, I know that there are thousands of dogs in need and I used to be adamant about “adopt don’t shop.”
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❤️With a much deeper education I’m now wildly aware of a few things,

🐾1. Dogs in shelters have various histories, it’s often impossible to know who you’re bringing home. Not everyone has the lifestyle, education, or patience to give an emotionally hurt dog the care they need.

🐾2. Back yard breeders are a huge problem. Many of these dogs end up in shelters and because of the unethical processes they breed dogs with a million medical problems and damaged genetics.

🐾3. It’s incredibly important to consider the breed of dog you choose to adopt or buy based on your individual lifestyle, and the type of personality you need, for a dog to thrive with your family.

🐾4. Going out and picking the cutest dog you see is irresponsible and unfair to them.

❤️So my point is - if you’re getting a new dog for the holidays, consider if you have the time to get educated on transitioning a sheltered dog before you go adopt from a shelter.

❤️If you don’t have the time and finances to rehabilitate a traumatized dog, and the preparedness to not be shocked by behavioral issues, consider not getting a dog at all.

❤️Before you buy a puppy, do research on ethical breeding practices. Choose an ethical breeder and consider whether you have the time, energy, money, and patience to properly train the puppy WITH the help from a professional trainer.

❤️Consider the breed and your lifestyle, your environment, and the genetics of the breed. Ex. Don’t get a herding dog breed if you don’t have the time and energy to give that dog the outlet it needs to thrive.

Happy holidays to all 🐾❤️

12/24/2023

We have business cards, now it’s super official 🤣.

12/20/2023

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12/20/2023

Hey everyone. I just read an article about the most common questions pet parents ask Google about their dogs. 🤣 It went like this…

Why do my dog’s feet smell like Fritos?
Why is my dog staring at me?
Can my dog kill me?
Do dogs have belly buttons?
Can dogs see ghosts?
Why does my dog chase his tail?
Can my dog understand me?
My dog farted and it really stinks.
My dog ate a bee.
Will a dog starve itself?
Do dogs dream? What do they dream about?
Does my poodle know I am pregnant?
Who would win in a fight? A cat or dog?
Why does my dog eat grass?
Little dog is peeing on the big dog.
Why does my dog greet me with his butt?
Does my dog even like me?
Can my dog float?
How do you know what your pet’s superpower is?
Is my dog obsessed with me?
Are dogs racist?
What is this weird growth on my dog?
Can I share this food with my pet?
Can dogs see in color?
Do dogs need braces?

Not lying, I have googled about certain foods, whether they dream, and why they eat grass before. If you’ve googled any of these, please tell me about that. 🥰

12/15/2023

Hi Friends! Happy friggin Friday!

Today I want to announce that I have started a blog on my website and would absolutely love for you to check it out! I'm dropping the link below!

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12/14/2023

Hey friends, it’s been a busy few days.

✨Let’s talk about traveling with your dogs.✨

🐶 yesterday I got side swiped on my way home. No hate to the other driver, things happen. However, her large dog was free roaming in her car at the time of the accident.
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😭 I watched the dog nervously scanning and climbing into the front seat the entire time we were talking. we both thanked god that all of us were okay.
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❤️ I’m writing this post to put the knowledge out there that seatbelts for dogs are not expensive. Coverings are made for the trunk of suvs and for backseats of cars. There are dividers for the front and back seats, as well. There are seat belts that can strap around the head rest of seats, or ones that can clip into the car seatbelt. There are also plastic travel crates for dogs of all sizes. Put a harness on your dogs and strap them in while you’re driving. You can find all of the items I mentioned right on Amazon.
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🐾 Neither me or that woman expected an accident to happen. Not only did her dog distract her from driving and cause an accident, but he/she could have been seriously injured. We all could have been seriously injured.
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🐾 Please, practice safe driving and protect your dogs in the car.

12/06/2023

To my newest followers,

Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Even if you never engage with my posts, having you here at all is amazing to me. I appreciate you taking the time to check out my page and I hope that I can help you learn something new! 🤗🤗

Please feel free to DM me any questions you might have. I’m an open book.

Below is a Christmas AI photo of Asuka with weird paws, for tax.

12/06/2023

Welcome to Wednesday 😊

⚠️ this post is a little long, take the time to read it. I promise it’s worth it.

❤️Yesterday I posted a short video about the top three things I think any pet parent should learn about their dog.
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❤️Those were - 3. Their breed and breed history, 2. Their individual body language, and 1. Their allergies and sensitivities.
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❤️Incase you didn’t see the video, here’s a little info about each of those!
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➕3. Breed - every dog, regardless of how they’re raised, has genetic factors you don’t get to hide from. This is especially prominent in prey drive. There are genetic factors that we just can’t remove from our dogs so it’s very important that we learn to fulfill those needs in ways that are not destructive. If we don’t, there are no number of walks per day that will eliminate your dogs need to act on those instincts.
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➕2. Their individual body language - there are general things to look out for. However, just like in humans, every dogs body language is different. It’s vital that we take the time to recognize how our dogs act in situations where they are happy, mad, bored, sad or any other feeling. We know they can’t speak, so this is their primary means of communicating how they feel. You might miss very important signs that your dog needs something if you don’t learn these. Yes it’s confusing at first, but the more you pay attention the more you’ll figure it out.
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❤️If you want some help on that one I’m actually obsessed with the TikTok account of “Five by Five Canine” where she regularly does videos analyzing body language. I highly suggest giving a ➕ to that page.
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➕1. Their allergies and sensitivities. This should be common sense but unfortunately, most of us don’t even think about it. I’m included in that. For the first two years I had Asuka I thought she was just a picky eater until I found out she was actually allergic to most of what we were feeding her.
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❤️If an allergy test from your vet is too expensive, go check out Glacier Peak Holistics for their allergy and sensitivity test. It changed our lives and answered almost every question I had.
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❤️Even if your dog or puppy doesn’t seem to have any symptoms, I assure you it’s a lot easier to take preventative measures than it is to correct problems.
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✨✨That’s all for today. Have an awesome afternoon and let me know if you have any questions ❤️🐾😊

12/04/2023

12/04/2023

❤️🐾Good Monday Morning friends!

🐾if there’s one thing I learned from boarding dogs in my home it’s this:

🐾 you don’t know your dog when they’re not with you.

❤️ it reminds me a lot of what one of my mentors, Jerri, says in regard to Board and Train businesses.

🐾 they bring a different dog into their home or business, because your dog isn’t the same when you’re gone. So, unless you participate actively in the training, your dog will come home from a board and train either exactly the same as they left or with new compounded issues, leaving you to start that training over. At home. On your own.

🐾❤️ so skip the $7500 middle man and opt for a hands on, in person or virtual, daily training program. One where you gain the knowledge to carry on the lessons and grow with your dog(s).

Visit my website for more information, or check out Tulsa Pack Athletics & Freed By Training.

11/30/2023

Hi friends 👋

💡Just a quick tip for people with more than one dog in the home

❤️ each dog should be given an equal, and separate, amount of attention. Otherwise you risk ending up with dogs that are highly “jealous” of one another.

🐾 that jealousy can result in fights, resource guarding, and other negative/anxious behaviors.

🐾❤️ so make sure you separate them sometimes, and give them their own special moments with you. Whether that’s in training, walking, eating, or something else.

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11/29/2023

🥰 I’m super excited! I’ll be starting the process of volunteering at an animal shelter near my home. My goal is to get into training of rescue and shelter dogs as I learn more about them.

💕 this is what I was put here to do. Although I’m carrying a ton of nervousness about the potential to cross paths with people from my past.

❄️❤️ that’s okay, I’m giving myself space to learn that I can manage those situations with grace and clarity. When it comes to helping these animals, I will not allow any part of my past to get in the way.

I am resilient, I am patient, I am graceful, I am understanding, I am calm, I am rational (most of the time).

11/28/2023

😍 It snowed this morning! Asuka has sensitive paws and short hair, so she wears boots and a vest in the winter.
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🐾 boots are also awesome for people in apartment complexes because the salt that most companies put down is very irritating for paws!
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💕 for everybody wanting to put clothes on your rescue pups like sweaters, jackets, and boots -
🐾 it’s a whole lot easier if you get them comfortable with it first!
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💝 my series on nail trimming can apply here, too.
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🐾 so if you struggle to put these items on your pups, let me know! I might just do a video on it.
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11/27/2023

Hello and Happy Monday yall!

❤️My husband goes back to work today. Me, Asuka and Max are big sad 😢. Thankfully, there’s work to be done!

🐾❤️It was a beautiful holiday week, now it’s back to reality until Christmas.

✨For today, I’m reaching out to my followers for feedback.

✨Tell me in the comments, the number one most bothersome question you have about your dog?

❤️Consider this a survey, I want to know what you all want to know!❤️

11/25/2023

No, I will not walk your dog tomorrow.

11/25/2023

😴Happy Saturday!
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🐾As I’m learning about Facebook interactions I’m realizing that many of my viewers don’t read the whole post.
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🐾that’s weird. Be careful giving advice on a post when you haven’t read the whole thing 🙄.
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🐾just like when reading a dogs body language, context is super important y’all.
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🐾Also, my heater broke this morning, so the Seeking Foundations household is cranky today.
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🐾Asuka isn’t limping anymore, so we’re very happy about that!
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🐾it’s been a heck of a week, I’ll be taking tomorrow off from posting.
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🐾🐾love, light, and thanks to all of you ❤️

11/25/2023

That’s all for this series, let me know what else you want to see!

11/24/2023

✨🐾 Happy Friday friends!
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🐾 Last night Asuka thought she was super-dog and jumped out of my husband’s SUV.
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🐾😢She’s been limping ever since.
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🐾Asuka is almost 11 years old and has body pain on a good day. So here’s your sign that dogs will do things when they’re in pain that make you think they’re just fine.
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🐾Many times, instead of whimpering or even favoring the leg/hip, the pain will show in weird behaviors.
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🐾😢 For some dogs that can look like lethargy or loss of appetite, for others it can go as far as “seemingly” unwarranted aggression. All dogs experience and express these feelings differently
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🐾🐾INMHO any dog over 6 years old should be taking a glucosamine and chondroitan joint supplement. They can be found as treats, pills, liquid, or powder forms. A few of the more well known companies are Cosequin, Dasuquin, or Dog RX.
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🐾If you think your dog might be experiencing some pain, talk to your vet. There are the over the counter ones I mentioned, but for worse cases there are prescriptions your vet can offer.
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🐾🐾Have a beautiful Friday and try not to spend all your money today - unless it’s on your dogs 😉