The Bark Stop

05/10/2024

🐾 New Puppy Alert! 🐾

We’re thrilled to introduce the newest members of our training family here at The Bark Stop™️! These adorable pups are not just here to melt your heart; they’re also embarking on an exciting journey of learning and development through puppy training.

While we can’t deny the cuteness overload, it’s essential to understand that puppy training goes beyond just obedience cues. It’s about building confidence, a sense of safety, independence, and developing crucial social skills. These early experiences shape their future behavior and well-being.

According to the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior, scientific research suggests that waiting until a puppy has had every round of vaccinations (around 16 weeks) before socializing them can lead to fearfulness of their world. The risks of not socializing early outweigh the risks associated with vaccine prevention. That’s why we emphasize starting training at a very young age, after at least one round of vaccinations.

So, if you have a new furry family member, consider starting their training journey early to give them the best start in life. Let’s help them grow into confident, well-adjusted dogs!
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04/24/2024

Welcome Wednesday! 🐾 Today, we’re thrilled to shine the spotlight on our newest stars at The Bark Stop. Join us as we celebrate their first steps on a journey of growth and learning. From mastering the basics to tackling advanced cues, our pups are already showing amazing progress.
Let’s all bark about the joy and excitement of learning in a force-free environment.

Swipe to see our furry friends in action and discover the difference compassionate training can make. Welcome to the family, new trainees!

04/13/2024

🎉 Socialization Saturdays at The Bark Stop™️ 🐾

Did you know that socializing your puppy at a young age is crucial to their development? Introducing your furry friend to a variety of experiences, including other dogs, helps build a confident, calm, and well-adjusted adult dog. The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior advises that puppies should begin socialization as early as possible. They highlight that failure to do so can lead to fear, avoidance, and even aggression towards unfamiliar people, dogs, and environments.

At The Bark Stop, we understand the importance of early socialization and are dedicated to providing a safe, welcoming environment where your puppy can learn and grow. Our Socialization Day n Play Programs are designed to introduce your puppy to new friends in a controlled and supervised setting, ensuring they learn positive behaviors and social cues from the start.

🐶🌟 Let us help your puppy blossom into a well-socialized, happy dog! Contact us today to learn more about our puppy training and development programs, and see how we can support your puppy’s journey towards becoming a great canine citizen.

📞 Call us at 908.330.5454 or visit our website at TheBarkStop.com to get started!

04/10/2024

🐾 Embracing Positivity: Why Wednesdays at The Bark Stop Shine Brighter 🐾

Wednesdays at The Bark Stop are not just another day. ~ it’s a testament to the power of love, science, and respect in dog training. Every Wednesday, we celebrate not just the leaps our students have made, but the profound, scientifically proven methods behind their success. Through rewards like food, toys, and praise, we don’t just teach…we connect and understand, fostering a deep, trusting bond between humans and dogs.

Why do we stand firmly by force-free, positive reinforcement training? Because it’s humane, loving, and incredibly effective. Science shows us that dogs learn faster and retain cues more consistently when rewarded rather than corrected. This approach not only nurtures their mental health but also cements a joyful, voluntary compliance that corrections could never achieve.

This week, our snapshots focus on these joyful moments of achievement and connection—each toy tossed and treat given is a story of success, a testament to a method that respects the dog’s autonomy and intelligence.

Force-free training is more than just a method!! It’s a commitment to kindness, proving that the most humane approaches are also the most effective. Have you noticed the difference it makes? Share your “Why Wednesday” success story, and let’s spread the word: training with compassion isn’t just possible ~ it’s profoundly transformative.

Join us. Witness the scientifically backed magic of positivity at The Bark Stop, and let’s make every day a step towards a happier, healthier relationship with our beloved dogs.
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04/08/2024

Happy from The Bark Stop™️! 🌟 As we embrace the start of a new week, we’re excited to share glimpses of our newest trainees and their families embarking on their journeys toward becoming confident, well-mannered companions.

Each step taken is a reminder of the incredible transformations possible through Positive Reinforcement,
guidance, patience, and a little bit of Bark Stop magic. 🐾✨

Whether you’re looking to build a stronger bond, improve communication, or just enjoy more fun-filled days with your furry friend, it’s never too late to start. Let today be the day you decide to unlock your pup’s full potential. Join us, and let’s make every moment count! 💪

02/14/2024

❤️“Love is in the air, and so are wagging tails! 🐾 Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at The Bark Stop! May your day be filled with cuddles, treats, and lots of puppy kisses. 💕 🐶🥰

11/29/2023

“😊🐾 Celebrating smiles, stronger bonds, and success stories with our trainees and pawrents! 👏🏼 Together, we’ve fostered a community of achievement. 🌈🐕

Shaping a realistic perspective: Dog training isn’t a quick fix! 🚫🔧 Each dog’s journey is unique and helping them learn to make great choices is part of the adventure. Let’s build understanding that it’s a gradual process, not a pit stop. 🐶💡” 🐾

11/23/2023

🍁 Wishing a heartfelt Thanksgiving to our Bark Stop™️ family! 🐾 Grateful for the trust and joy we share with our wonderful clients. May your holiday be filled with warmth, love, and happy moments. 🦃🐶
And make sure to stick to the
Thanksgiving Food Guide 🍽️
for Your Furry Friends:
✅ Safe Treats:

🍗 Plain, cooked turkey (no bones)
🍠 Sweet potatoes (without seasoning)
🥧 Plain pumpkin (not pie filling)
🫛Green beans (fresh or plain, cooked)

🚫 Avoid These:

🦃🦴Turkey bones
🧅🧄Onions and garlic
🫙Gravy and sauces
🍫🍪Desserts (especially chocolate)
Happy Thanksgiving 🫶🏻

11/17/2023

🌟🐾 Behold the brilliance of our amazing dog training clients in action! 🐾🌟

Check out these paw-some snapshots of our furry stars showcasing their Agility skills on various platforms and acing those basic obedience cues! 🌈🐕 From sitting pretty to perfect paw shakes, our force-free training methods shine through in every wag and wiggle.

🎓✨ Whether it’s mastering a solid sit-stay or acing the recall game, our dedicated trainers work hand-in-paw with these incredible dogs to build a foundation of obedience and trust. It’s not just about commands; it’s about building a strong bond that lasts a lifetime. 🏆💙

Swipe through these moments of brilliance and witness the transformation of our canine companions into well-behaved, confident, and happy pups! 📸🐶✅

Ready to embark on a training journey with your furry friend? Contact us to join the ranks of these talented graduates! Let’s unleash the potential together. 🐾🌟

11/17/2023

🌟🐾 Behold the brilliance of our amazing dog training clients in action! 🐾🌟

Check out these paw-some snapshots of our furry stars showcasing their skills on various platforms and acing those basic commands! 🌈🐕 From sitting pretty to perfect paw shakes, our force-free training methods shine through in every wag and wiggle.

🎓✨ Whether it's mastering a solid sit-stay or acing the recall game, We work hand-in-paw with these incredible dogs to build a foundation of obedience and trust. It's not just about commands; it's about building a strong bond that lasts a lifetime. 🏆💙

Swipe through these moments of brilliance and witness the transformation of our canine companions into well-behaved, confident, and happy pups! 📸🐶✅

Ready to embark on a training journey with your furry friend? Contact us to join the ranks of these talented graduates! Let's unleash the potential together. 🐾🌟

11/17/2023

🎉🎂Happy 3rd Barkday to our Asher! We celebrated the joyous journey of our furry friend as he turns three!
At The Bark Stop we believe in creating special moments for our four-legged pals, and what better way to celebrate than with a Force-Free Birthday Pawty! 🎈
Our golden retrievers, gather for a day of tail-wagging fun and positive vibes.

✅ Highlights of the Pawty:
✅Force-Free Training Games
✅Puptastic Birthday Cake
✅Golden Retriever Playtime Extravaganza
✅Candid Moments Captured by us 📸

We're proud to offer Birthday Pawties as part of our services, ensuring your furry family members have a wag-tastic time on their special day!🎊🐾💙

Interested in making your pup's birthday unforgettable?
Contact us to schedule vour next Birthday Part! Let's celebrate in the most pawsome way! 📞🦮🎉

07/04/2023

Happy 4th of July everybody! 🇺🇸🐶🐾🎇❤️🤍💙

06/15/2023

Puppy smiles for miles 😀🐾🐾🐾🐾

06/15/2023

Try not to get too overwhelmed by all the cuteness 🥰🐶🐾🥏

03/20/2022

12/22/2021

We wanted to share the special occasion with our Bark Stop family ♥️
You’re trainers are officially engaged 💍
We’ve always believed that we were Stronger Together and now we love that we will be Stronger Forever💫

12/07/2021

Mochi is quite the character and we enjoyed his intelligence and playful antics during his 2 week Stay n Train program.

During his time with us, Mochi learned so much! We focused on his Basic Obedience Commands, both inside and outside, Crate & Potty Training, Mental Enrichment, Confidence Building, Exposure Training and Social Development, and Corrected some Unwanted behaviors.

His family was so excited to have their puppy home with all his new skills and confidence. 🐾🐶🎓⭐️

12/07/2021

Kai is not only the center of attention everywhere he goes with his cute face and giant paws, but he was one of the smartest and attentive Stay N Train Program puppies we’ve ever had. He amazed us everyday and brought so much joy to our lives that we had a tough time giving him back lol. 🐶🐾❤️🎓🦴

11/05/2021

10/21/2021

Coco really impressed us with his level of intelligence during his 14 Day Stay n Train program. He really excelled at all of his basic obedience commands, potty training, crate training and socialization. Hi is so lucky to have a loving family ❤️ to continue his training and development in to a proper K9 citizen 🐶⭐️

09/20/2021

Rocky was absolutely one of the most rewarding dog training experiences I’ve ever had. It was incredible to watch his progress from day one till the day he was reunited with his family. We are so proud of him and can’t wait to hear how he continues to grow into the awesome dog inside ❤️🐶🐾🎓

09/20/2021

Today was Cooper’s graduation day from The Bark Stop Basic Obedience Program…He and his family did a great job with the training and we are so proud of everything they have accomplished. Cooper is very lucky to have a strong, loving and committed family 🎓🐶👏🏼🌟

09/01/2021

Another fun day with this fun crew 😎

09/01/2021

Well behaved gentleman 👏🏼 🐾🐶🐾

08/29/2021

Happy Sunday 🐶🐾🐶

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08/26/2021

Working on Henry’s “STAY” command 🤩👏🏼

08/25/2021

What a great day today 🤩 Playing, Learning and Socializing…it doesn’t get any better 😜 If you would like your dog experience our Bark Day Program, call or send us a text today📞💬

Joe & Viviana
The Bark Stop - Fear Free Training
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