The Positive Puppy Training Program Center

08/16/2024

Closed Today for water leak repairs.
Training Class at 6pm will be held as scheduled.

08/16/2024

08/13/2024

08/13/2024

The Parson Russell Terrier is a bold and clever terrier, swift enough to run with horses and fearless enough to dig in and flush a fox from its lair.

Why do you love the breed?

08/12/2024

Instead of rehoming.....
Seek out professional training and obtain advice on how to work with the challenges you're experiencing.
** Training is not expensive..
(at least mine is not. I'm in it to help as many as I can before I am no longer capable to do so.)

If a 2-legged member of the family developed an emotional/behavioral challenge, would you consider rehoming them, give them back to the hospital or adoption organization, toss them outside with no protection during bad weather or other resources, dump them on a country road and drive away or worse.... abuse them?

I certainly hope your answer is "no".
You wouldn't consider doing any of that to a 2-legged member of your family.
Hopefully, you would find help to fix the issue..a medical doctor, a therapist or other necessary resources.
These same opportunities are available for your 4-legged family members.
It takes effort and dedication to work with the pet you have.
Love the pet you have... Help them become the best version of themselves for your family.

08/08/2024

An ancient breed, the Shiba Inu is a well-muscled dog once employed as a hunter. Today, the spirited Shiba is the most popular companion dog in Japan.

Why do you love the breed?

08/08/2024

I would like to send out a big THANK YOU to Sauvanna Pryor with Mad Batter Cakery.

Sauvanna was an important supporter of the Welcome Home Ranch rescue organization.
She baked and donated numerous beautiful cupcakes, cookies, and various yummy desserts for several bake sale fundraisers and the auction benefit.

Even though the rescue organization has been closed, I am still fostering 3 of the rescue dogs until a forever family can be found for them. (Spot, Apollo and Buddy)
Sauvanna made a beautiful animal friendly cake for them to share. Not for a birthday party or an adoption party but just because they are special and deserve something special.
Thank you so much for thinking of them. I appreciate it very much.

**If need an incredible dessert for the 2-legged or 4-legged, Sauvanna at Mad Batter Cakery is your go to .**

08/07/2024

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08/07/2024

Cairn Terriers are happy, busy little earthdogs originally bred to fearlessly root out foxes and other small, furred prey in the rocky Scottish countryside.

Why do you love the breed?

08/06/2024

"Placid, affectionate, even-tempered, true-blue, loyal," all are words used to describe the Sussex Spaniel. Their frowning expression is delightfully at odds with a typically cheerful nature.

Why do you love this breed?

08/02/2024

The fascinating but challenging Chinese Shar-Pei is of ancient pedigree and steadfastly loyal to family, but standoffish with strangers.

Why do you love the breed?

08/02/2024

With 3 foster puppers, resources deplete really quickly.
I make lots of toys and activity items for them, other rescue organizations and for purchasing.

If anyone has t-shirts (any size, any color, stained, etc) that they are going to toss or ?, please consider donating them? We use the entire shirt. Nothing goes to waste.
There is a donation box right by the front doors that anyone can put their donations in at their convenience.

Thank you for your consideration.

** Other items that are needed **
Blankets, throw rugs, food, treats and etc.

07/31/2024

NATIONAL MUTT DAY

Post a pic and brag about your fur baby....
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This a picture of my 2 fur babies....
Pharaoh and Cleopatra.

Pharaoh is 9 y/o and has been my full time service dog for around 7 years. He has been trained for diabetic alert (high and low since I am a brittle diabetic), mobility (to assist with my unsteady gate created frkm my weak muscles), and generalized medical intervention (retrieves items dropped and etc.).
He has saved my life a few times by alerting me to a dangerously low blood sugar before it was too late. He is my rock.

Cleopatra is 7 y/o. She is partially trained for service work. During her training, I had a set back and was unable to complete her training. However, she is extremely in tune to my emotional challenges and is able to intervene at home and helping me with other challenges around the house. She is extremely loving and wants to be right next to me 24/7. I love her energy so much. She LOVES to play fetch and tug of war. She even loves getting dressed up in outfits and cosutumes. I wish I had time to just play all day every day with her. ;)

Let's hear all about your lovable fur family.

07/30/2024

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The Humane Society of Southern Illinois (HSSI) announced the shelter is closing after nearly 70 years of service.