The Proper Pup Company

03/12/2024

There’s not much a sunny day and walk in the woods can’t fix! What a gorgeous week of weather here in ☀️!!

02/06/2024

It’s not always about goldens around here…but when it is we don’t mind one bit🤗!

Ridley is one of our newest private lesson clients. He has some pretty typical characteristics including overly enthusiastic greetings, mouthing, lack of reliable recall, and difficulty relaxing.

The good news is Ridley is a BLAST to work with and is about as willing as they come. We are teaching him how to win more and teaching his parents how to be consistent and intentional in Ridley’s training.

01/26/2024

🎉Happy 3 Years!!!🎉

I’m Lindsey, owner and trainer at The Proper Pup Co.!

I have a 10 year old Kelpie and a 6 month old Golden Retriever. (Hope you like golden content….)🐶
I stumbled into the world of dog training 8 years ago when we first moved to ENC while dealing with issues with my personal dogs and have been learning ever since. 🐾
I am extra passionate about puppy raising! I love to help you form the relationship of your dreams from the very beginning and help you take the scaries out of managing your new puppy! 😱
When I’m not with my dogs I spend my free time horse showing in the hunter/jumper ring. 🐎

Things I prioritize in my training-
*clear consistent communication
*power of play
*building a compassionate and equitable relationship
*realistic expectations and goals
*boosting owner confidence

This year I have been able to add space for more private lessons and homeschooling options to my schedule. If you are interested in building a better relationship with your dog and living a more harmonious life together, fill out an application on our website!

www.theproperpupco.com

Expect obedience in unexpected circumstances. Personalized dog training to match your active lifestyle in New Bern, North Carolina. Give your pup the obedience foundation they need to succeed.

01/19/2024

✨NEW PACKAGE✨

Excited to offer a new format of our training from the comfort of your pup’s own home with more hands on trainer input than traditional private lessons. In this package we combine the personalized feel of private lessons with the immersion of retreat style training.

Apply online www.theproperpupco.com

*****not suitable for severe behavior modification*****

Expect obedience in unexpected circumstances. Personalized dog training to match your active lifestyle in New Bern, North Carolina. Give your pup the obedience foundation they need to succeed.

01/03/2024

I am excited to be moving in a new direction this year to hopefully accommodate a wider range of pups with more custom, private, and homeschool training options. From puppy foundation, on and off leash obedience, to teaching old dogs new tricks, reach out if you are ready to make some moves with your pup in 2024!

And here’s a pic of our Betty girl….🥰

12/31/2023

🎉Happy New Year!!!!!🎉

We are looking forward to making new friends, catching up with old friends, and lots of adventures in 2024! 🐾

09/29/2023

You know I just LOVE an Aussie puppy😍. Had the pleasure of meeting Poppy this morning!
Another one from Ramblin Ridge Australian Shepherds.

09/24/2023

I am absolutely thrilled to have the opportunity to raise this pup as such an important part of our family! Welcome home Betty!💗

✨Goldstrike Miss Americana’s Hot Summer✨

08/09/2023

I got to play with this cute little bear this week😍🥹

07/25/2023

Rico and I found a shady spot to do some exploring, our fav thing to do together.

Upcoming August theme >>> slow down and take time enjoy the rest of the summer☀️

07/13/2023

✨Now offering our Proper Puppy course *a la carte*!

This is a private lesson package that covers all the new puppy stuff and helps lay a foundation for your future with your pup. A great option for those who may not be ready to commit to a bigger investment or longer program.

Apply on our website to learn more.
www.theproperpupco.com

Expect obedience in unexpected circumstances. Personalized dog training to match your active lifestyle in New Bern, North Carolina. Give your pup the obedience foundation they need to succeed.

07/11/2023

Finally a morning with less than 100% humidity🙌🏻

I don’t teach the stop and sit thing. A lot of dogs and owners we pass halt their walk, stop, put their dog in a sit and wait for us to go by. I don’t know how the dog is feeling per se- but I know this makes me as a human feel pretty uncomfortable.🤣

I always assume it’s either a reactive dog, or they are really working on their training. I give a polite awkward wave and a wide berth.

I don’t like this because I don’t want passing people, dogs, cars, etc on a mundane morning walk to be such a “thing”. I want my dog to feel free to investigate, sniff, move, or even avoid if the situation becomes unpleasant. I think movement and a “this is no big deal, I’ve got you” attitude can go a long way for your dog in these situations. 🤷🏼‍♀️

07/10/2023

Happy Monday!!
I love this little little alleyway🌼

Poppy is spending a week with us while her owners are away to finish up her retreat training!☀️

06/20/2023

I’m very excited to welcome our newest Proper Pup, Logan!!

We have been getting to know each other through private lessons while awaiting Logan’s retreat. This girl is a special case and struggles with highly reactive behavior. She is going to be with us for awhile as we help her make new associations with all the moving parts of the world around her!

Logan is so so so, sweet and LOVES to play. I’m really looking forward to bringing some freedom to her life.

06/12/2023

We would love to help you bring along your new puppy, or grow your relationship with your seasoned dog. Fill out an application on our website to learn more!

06/01/2023

Welcoming our newest Proper Pup, Rio!

Rio is a 7 month old Portuguese water dog. We did a little puppy foundation training a while back and now we are going to round out his skills and manners over the next 3 weeks.

Rio’s double edged sword is that he is very smart and very quick. He has endless energy and is quite passionate about what he wants and when he wants it.

As always with quick witted, active dogs we will give him an appropriate outlet and on the flip side teach him how to work through the big feelings he has about doing nothing and being patient. 👌🏻

04/18/2023

We are back from spring break and welcoming Remi the Chesapeake Bay Retriever!

Remi is a young, gorgeous, active girl who is here to refine her skills. While Remi has a great foundation to work with we will build her confidence in public, strengthen her commands on and off leash, and tie in her love of games to all of that.

Remi is SO much fun to work with, I’m looking forward to getting to know her over the next few weeks.

03/26/2023

Continuing with the doodle theme this month we welcomed our newest Proper Pup, Poppy, last week!

Poppy is an 8 month old golden doodle who joins us for a quick two week retreat. 💗

03/11/2023

After your pup comes home from their Retreat, training has only just begun! We offer monthly meet ups to continue training around like minded dogs and owners.

I just love these dogs and their owners make me so proud!! Thank y’all for coming out on this blustery morning!

Swipe to see the boys swooning over Wynnie🥰.

03/07/2023

✨Welcome Wynnie!!! This big beautiful Aussie-doodle has just arrived for her Retreat.

Wynnie went through our puppy program last summer and will be with us the next few weeks to round out her skills. We will fine tune her manners and show her some off leash e-collar freedom.

Wynnie is sweet, and a lot of fun to be around. I’m looking forward to getting her out and about!🌼

02/25/2023

The happiest doodle in the world just arrived! Welcome Nola, here for a 3 week Retreat.

Nola is a 6 month old golden doodle pup. She’s happy, smiley, and super playful. Nola’s training journey has just begun and we will be focusing on off leash freedom with a solid recall. I’m looking forward to showing her how much fun we can have together as a team.

02/21/2023

We offer small scale boarding and refresher training for clients who have been through our program.

Duffy is an Irish doodle that went through private lesson training with us a couple years ago. It has been such a pleasure to have her back for a few days and get to spend some one on one time with her. It is so rewarding working with owners who dedicate the necessary time to their relationship with their dogs 🫶🏻.

01/16/2023

✨Welcome our newest Proper Pup, Finnley!!✨

Finnley is a 6 month old golden retriever who has been through our Proper Puppy foundation training and now joins us for a 3 week Retreat!

We will train Finn on and off leash, refine his people greeting manners and continue to build his confidence.

12/31/2022

✨Happy New Year from The Proper Pup family!

We hope you are enjoying this beautiful ENC weather with your pups.

12/01/2022

✨Our Newest Proper Pup, Hera!

Hera is a St. Bernard/Poodle here to sharpen her manners and obedience and gain off leash freedom. (If you remember Zeus from last year, this is his sister! Their litter from is all grown up!)

Hera is very sweet and a little on the timid side. I’m looking forward to building her confidence and with that showing her more freedom! She can be a little *much* upon greeting guests at home and due to her size we want to make sure she is respectful to all the humans in her life!

Over the next 3 weeks we will build her play drive, proof her obedience commands and show her and her family how they can enjoy each other in so many new ways!