Pets Behave Dog Training

12/31/2024

We are excited to share the news that Lisa Graham, who has been teaching agility at Pets Behave for over 10 years, has not one, but two dogs listed on the Bad Dog Agility 3rd quarter 2024 Breed Power 10 list!

This list pulls from AKC Data and uses a special formula to calculate yards per second (yps) for both JWW and Standard qualifying runs. The top 10 of each breed in each jump height with the fastest YPS are included on the list. Lisa's 10-year-old and recently retired Golden Retriever, Darcy, is listed as number 5 in the 16” preferred class and her 3-year-old Golden Retriever, Cassidy, is number 6 in the regular 20” class.

In addition to “Congratulations Team Graham!“ would like to add “Run Lisa Run!”

Lisa teaches an advanced drop-in class on Monday nights at 7pm, offers the Let’s Focus on Friday 3-hour Workshops monthly and is also available for private lessons. Please check the Pets Behave website and go to the agility class page for more information.

12/30/2024

January classes are filling up! We have a few spots remaining for the following class start dates:

Tuesday January 7th:
Puppy Kindergarten: 6pm
Beginner Obedience: 7:15pm

Thursday January 9th:
Open Enrollment Puppy (our newest class!): 6pm
Puppy 2: 7:15pm

Limited spots remain. If you recently got a new furry family member now is the time to start training!

Call (850) 897-8666, email [email protected], or message us on here to get registered!

12/22/2024

We have loved being a part of this journey and working with Train A Dog Save A Warrior with this team and others!

My beautiful Ruby!!
She’s about to graduate service dog school!!
This is her person !! She knew it the minute she met him..
from stray and starving to loved beyond measure…
She is dedicated to her person and he is dedicated to her..
She is a REAL service dog..

12/17/2024

Congratulations to our graduates from the weekend! We had a great time with all of you and look forward to continuing to work with you all in the new year!

12/13/2024

Debbie and Ashley had a great time doing staff education at Kindness Pet Hospital today!

We have many educational presentations available for vets, shelters, and more. Let us know if you would like to book a program!

12/12/2024

Happy Howlidays from our family to yours!

Looking for a great gift for someone special? Ask us about our gift certificates!

12/09/2024

If there was one skill that could save your dog’s life in almost every scenario…
If they get outside accidentally.
If they are approaching food they should not eat.
If they are uncomfortable with a certain person or dog in their space, it could lead to conflict.
If there was ONE behavior that would be a game changer in your lives together it would be…
Recall!
But not a simple come when I ask. (And then play keep away…)
Most specifically: A “come here” in a speedy sprint no matter what is going on and within reaching distance for me to grab your collar.
This ONE behavior can be the difference between safety and a death sentence in all the above scenarios.

Seeing our clients begin to trust their dog as we work on this behavior is the cherry on top.

Do you need help with recall? We still have some spots available in our Really Reliable Recall workshop happening Sunday Dec 15th from 2-4!

To register email [email protected], message on here, or call (850) 897-8666!

12/07/2024

So excited to see you all at Alaqua Animal Refuge for the Holiday Bazaar from 11-4!

12/05/2024

UPDATE: Only a few working spots remain! Register early before this workshop fills!

WORKSHOP ANNOUNCEMENT!

Pets Behave is delighted to be offering a Canine Scent Work seminar with the amazing Stacy Barnett in January! Stacy is a top scent work competitor and trainer, being the first handler to put multiple Summit titles on 3 dogs in the NACSW. Stacy also serves as a faculty member with Fenzi Dog Sports Academy and is a licensed judge for AKC Scent Work.

Come join us for this amazing opportunity for interior and exterior searches in novel locations. The days are sure to be full of fun and learning!

Day 1 will be for NW3 level and Day 2 will be for Elite/Summit level or equivalent!

When: January 29th and 30th
9am-4pm with 1 hr lunch

Where: Alaqua Animal Refuge
155 Dugas Way
Freeport, FL 32439

Cost: 2 day working: $475
1 working/1 audit: $385
2 day audit: $280
1 day working: $250
1 day audit: $150

LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE

TO REGISTER: email [email protected]

12/03/2024

Variety is the spice of life, isn’t it?
The same principle applies to your dog!
Simple changes in patterns can provide a more enriching experience for your dog(s). Our dogs can’t simply go out to a restaurant to have a change of pace and a different meal experience. Fortunately, it’s easy to provide this to them at home.

Here are 4 ways to spice up their meal routines without any extra time on your part.
1. Have them eat out of a mun pan. Place dog toys on top of the food in the mun pan so they can learn how to navigate around the objects to get their meals.
2. Put their food in a food toy or puzzle, these are abundant at the pet store or online with new versions coming out all the time.
3. Sprinkle their food in an open towel and then roll it up! Your dog will have to unravel the towel to access their meal.
4. Give your dog a scavenger hunt by hiding their bowl or several small bowls of food around your home for them to find. The first few times, you may need to walk them around so they can find their food, but if you pair this with a phrase like “Find your Food!” They will quickly understand it’s time to go for a little hunt and seeing a dog engage their nose organically is such a fun sight!

Keep your dog’s unique situation in mind to avoid giving them something they’ll ingest with their food.

Tell us in the comments - What special treats does your dog enjoy most?

12/03/2024

SAVE THE DATE!

January 31, 2025
Let’s Focus on Friday!

Presented By: Lisa Graham
Front Cross, Rear Cross, Rear on the Flat and Blind Cross
Three Hours: 6-9pm

For the January 2025 Workshop, we will break down the crosses that we use the most - front, rear, rear on the flat and blind. We will work on the human mechanics first, then add the dog. When the movements become more fluid and the understanding is there, we will apply those crosses, one at a time, to an 8-10 obstacle drill. Success is found when you can choose and execute the best cross at the right time on course. You will learn that the cues, timing and handler positioning will change with each Team and that this is not a one-size-fits-all Workshop. Stay tuned! More info to come.

11/30/2024

CONGRATULATIONS!

Join us in congratulating Scent Work Instructor Adrian and her dog Tali in their accomplishments at a recent trial in Panama City!

Adrian and Tali achieved Overall Interior, Overall Exterior, and Overall Container. They Q'd in 14 of their 16 runs and placed in 9 of them!

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours! Remember to keep your dogs safe this holiday and be cautious what you or your guests feed them!

11/23/2024

We are all set up at 3rd Planet Brewing. Come on down, do some shopping, and enjoy good music, food, and drinks!

11/22/2024

11/20/2024

What no one tells you about dog training…

Between highly edited TV and social media content, we get clients who have a lot of misconceptions about what dog training is like.

While we are grateful that these platforms provide awareness and get people interested in dog training, what makes for good TV doesn’t align with carefully implemented science-based training.

You might have seen dogs on tight leashes. Forced into situations they don’t know how to handle. Intimidated with loud noises. Drama!

We want to be clear - that is not what you’ll experience when working with us.
We carefully balance your goals with your dog’s foundational needs.
We find ways to set them up for success - so they can make the choice you want them to (i.e. not barking). We work together to find a solution that makes sense for you and your dog - it’s a two-way conversation. Dogs are sentient beings that show their emotions in the ways they can - through behavior.

In order to change behavior, we start by understanding the WHY behind it.
Through the power of our science-based training methods, we can actually change the way your dog feels about a situation so that they are less likely to… bark, jump, whine, growl, and snap. We also teach them alternative ways of behaving if and when they do feel their big scary feelings.

This proven, compassionate approach makes training more effective long-term because the root of the issue is uncovered and addressed instead of suppressed.
It is a powerful experience, but it is a calm and intentional experience that doesn’t make for great TV or viral social media content!

Message us now to find out how we can best help you and your dog!