South Paw Doggie Daycare & Training Center

South Paw Doggie Daycare & Training Center Offering Doggie Daycare & Training to North Houston and surrounding areas Doggie Daycare
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Thought I'd share this link - Great job girls!https://www.youtube.com/This channel was created by Girl Scouts for their ...
09/20/2024

Thought I'd share this link - Great job girls!
https://www.youtube.com/

This channel was created by Girl Scouts for their Silver Award project. Their goal is to educate people on the different aspects of owning a dog and provide resources to find dogs in need of homes within our community.

This channel was created for our Girl Scouts Silver Award project. Our goal is to educate people on the different aspects of owning a dog and provide resources to find dogs in need of homes within our community.

09/20/2024

As summers continue to get warmer year-over-year, new research from the Penn Vet Working Dog Center (PVWDC) reveals the best way to prevent dogs from overheating.

After comparing various cooling methods, researchers found when a dog voluntarily submerged their head in clean, room-temperature water to retrieve a treat or toy, they not only cooled off faster, but also avoided dangerous post-exercise temperature spikes.

“During heat stress, blood flow to the head, nose, tongue, and ears is increased,” said Cynthia M. Otto, VMD, PhD, lead author of the study and executive director of the PVWDC. “Cooling the tissues of the head allows for rapid cooling of the whole body with limited amounts of water.”

🔗 Learn how to correctly teach your dog this game-changing method by visiting: https://bit.ly/4eajKuy

09/11/2024

Featuring a thrilling mix of waterslides, thrill rides, aerial adventures and dry attractions, Big Rivers Water Park is more than just a water park!

08/28/2024
08/16/2024

LIFETYLE NEWS - In 1947, Rudolph Schenkel,...

07/19/2024
06/25/2024

If I haven't told you enough already, dogs are AMAZING!

06/20/2024

Keep your pets safe this 4th of July! (via Mighty Dog Graphics)

06/20/2024

It's that time of the year again! PLEASE keep your pets safe and secure this 4th of July. Come to our Community Vet Care Clinic this Saturday, June 15th from 10am-1pm to get your pet microchipped for only 20$!

06/14/2024

Knowledge about dog behaviour is important. It's a no brainer. But why? 🤔

Well, understanding dog behaviour is crucial in effective dog training for several reasons. A deep knowledge of canine behaviour allows trainers & behaviourists to create effective, humane, and tailored training programmes. Here are the primary reasons why this knowledge is essential:

⚠️ Understanding Canine Communication.

Dogs communicate primarily through body language and vocalisations. A deep understanding of these communication methods helps to interpret what a dog is feeling or intending, which is crucial for effective training.

Body Language. Knowing the nuances of a dog’s body language, such as tail position, ear orientation, and posture, can indicate whether the dog is relaxed, anxious, or aggressive. For instance, a wagging tail doesn't always mean a dog is happy; the context and type of wag are important indicators of the dog's emotional state.

Vocalisations. Different barks, growls, and whines have distinct meanings. Recognising these sounds allows trainers to respond appropriately to a dog’s needs and emotions, facilitating better communication and training outcomes.

⚠️ Addressing Behavioural Issues.

Behavioural issues such as aggression, anxiety, and excessive barking can stem from various causes, including fear, territoriality, or past trauma. Understanding the root causes of these behaviours is essential for developing effective intervention strategies.

Anxiety. Recognising signs of anxiety and understanding its triggers (e.g., separation anxiety, noise phobia) helps in designing desensitisation and counterconditioning programmes to alleviate the dog’s stress.

⚠️ Understanding the importance and relevance of health and wellbeing vs behaviour.

Physical & mental health do impact dog behaviour more than people realise. Considering possible pain, discomfort, nutrition, appetite amount of physical activity and mental health is absolutely critical before any training can start.

⚠️ Implementing Positive Reinforcement Techniques.

A comprehensive knowledge of dog behaviour supports the use of positive reinforcement techniques, which are based on rewarding desired behaviours to encourage their repetition.

Timing and Consistency. Understanding the importance of immediate and consistent reinforcement helps trainers effectively shape and reinforce desired behaviours. This is critical as dogs learn best when there is a clear and immediate connection between their behaviour and the reward.

Motivation. Knowing what motivates a particular dog, whether it’s food, toys, or affection, allows trainers to tailor their approach to each dog’s preferences, making training more effective and engaging.

⚠️ Building Trust and Relationship.

Effective, kind and modern dog training is built on a foundation of trust between the dog and the trainer. Deep knowledge of dog behaviour helps in establishing this trust by ensuring that training methods are humane and respectful.

Avoiding Negative Methods. Understanding the detrimental effects of punishment and negative reinforcement encourages trainers to avoid these methods, which can damage the dog-trainer relationship and lead to fear or aggression.

Empathy and Respect. Recognising and respecting a dog’s individual temperament and limits fosters a positive training environment, enhancing the bond between the dog and the trainer.

⚠️ Customising Training Programs.

Dogs, like humans, have individual personalities and learning styles. Knowledge of dog behaviour enables trainers to customise training programmes to suit the specific needs and characteristics of each dog.

Breed-Specific Traits. Different breeds have distinct behavioural traits and predispositions. For example, herding breeds may require more mental stimulation, while scent hounds may need activities that engage their sense of smell.

Individual Differences. Beyond breed traits, individual dogs have unique personalities. Some may be more timid or excitable than others. Tailoring training to these individual differences ensures more effective and humane outcomes.

⚠️ Preventing and Managing Problem Behaviours

Understanding the natural behaviours of dogs helps in preventing and managing problem behaviours before they become ingrained.

Early Intervention. Recognising early signs of behavioural issues allows for timely intervention, preventing the escalation of undesirable behaviours.

Environmental Management: Knowledge of dog behaviour informs environmental management strategies, such as providing adequate exercise, mental stimulation, and safe spaces, which are critical for preventing behavioural problems.

People are always asking - here is your answer.Link to study in article and chart below.
06/03/2024

People are always asking - here is your answer.
Link to study in article and chart below.

A UC Davis study updates guidelines for when you should neuter or spay your dog to prevent increased risk of certain cancers or joint disorders.

An excellent reminder
06/03/2024

An excellent reminder

05/29/2024

A great example of barrier frustration. If your dog barks at the divider or your backyard fence it doesn't necessarily mean your dog doesn't like other dogs. Often dogs that bark at the daycare fence at another dog will play with the same dog once in the playroom. This behavior can be rewarding to the dog so we do try to prevent and redirect the behavior when we see it.
Gotta love those quirky little fur monsters.

05/01/2024

WHAT COLOURS DO DOGS SEE?
Contrary to popular belief, dogs are not colour blind.

A dog’s visual world is certainly not as vibrantly colourful as ours, but they do see a range of yellow, grey and blue shades and have better night and peripheral vision than we do.

Colour is interpreted and discerned by nerve cells in the eyes. The retina has two main types of cells called rods, which detect light levels and motion and cones which differentiate colour.

A human’s eyes have three types of cones which can identify combinations of red, blue, and green.

Dogs have only two types of cones that are only able to discern shades of blue, yellow and grey – this perception of colour is called dichromatic vision.

An ophthalmology professor at the University of Washington discovered that dogs could see blues and yellows but not reds and greens. This information would have been confirmed by anatomical investigation of a dog’s eye.

It would make more sense if manufacturers of dog toys would take a dog’s colour spectrum into account when producing dog toys.

Toys are usually made to visually appeal to people, not dogs.

Shades of yellow, grey or blue are far more appealing to your dog than a bright shade of red or another colour.

We have been loving dogs a long time 🥰
04/18/2024

We have been loving dogs a long time 🥰

Man’s best friend - an 8400 year old dog burial found in Ljungaviken, Blekinge in 2020, is the oldest of its kind in Sweden. The grave contained some small gifts for the dog to enjoy in the next realm.

Hahaha!
03/22/2024

Hahaha!

Keep this in mind

A great graphic of the 4 quadrants of operant conditioning.As we discuss in training class, positive reinforcement and n...
03/03/2024

A great graphic of the 4 quadrants of operant conditioning.
As we discuss in training class, positive reinforcement and negative punishment are almost always your best bet.
Try to avoid positive punishers and negative rewards if at all possible.

02/27/2024

Shake it…shake it off…

A recent study by two researchers in France looked at sniffing, pulse rate, and leash length on walks. Sixty-one dogs were taken on three separate walks, five minutes each walk, once with a 1.5m leash, once with a 5m leash, and once without a leash at all (walk order was randomized for each dog). Off-leash dogs sniffed the most, more than 3x as long as the dogs on short leashes. Dogs on long leashes spent nearly as much time as unleashed dogs sniffing, almost 3x as long as dogs on short leashes.

This study also found that sniffing resulted in lowered pulse rates, and the more intensely they sniffed, the more their pulse rates lowered. Pulse rate was also lowered when dogs “shook off” during walks on all leash lengths. The “shake off” behavior was often seen when the dog’s pulse rate was particularly high.

Read more about it below!

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1HX77kp2HBDiTxmq/?mibextid=Le6z7H

https://www.tuftsyourdog.com/everydaydogcare/giving-your-dog-time-to-sniff-on-walks-will-literally-soothe-his-heart/

What else can we learn about dogs from their walking behavior? Take your best friend on a Sniffari and see what you observe!

Interesting!
02/27/2024

Interesting!

Shake it…shake it off…

A recent study by two researchers in France looked at sniffing, pulse rate, and leash length on walks. Sixty-one dogs were taken on three separate walks, five minutes each walk, once with a 1.5m leash, once with a 5m leash, and once without a leash at all (walk order was randomized for each dog). Off-leash dogs sniffed the most, more than 3x as long as the dogs on short leashes. Dogs on long leashes spent nearly as much time as unleashed dogs sniffing, almost 3x as long as dogs on short leashes.

This study also found that sniffing resulted in lowered pulse rates, and the more intensely they sniffed, the more their pulse rates lowered. Pulse rate was also lowered when dogs “shook off” during walks on all leash lengths. The “shake off” behavior was often seen when the dog’s pulse rate was particularly high.

Read more about it below!

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1HX77kp2HBDiTxmq/?mibextid=Le6z7H

https://www.tuftsyourdog.com/everydaydogcare/giving-your-dog-time-to-sniff-on-walks-will-literally-soothe-his-heart/

What else can we learn about dogs from their walking behavior? Take your best friend on a Sniffari and see what you observe!

02/13/2024

‼️Attention! Scam Alert‼️
We have just been notified that someone is reaching out to people who post their missing pet on "Lost Pet" Facebook groups or on NextDoor saying they are an employee of the shelter and the dog (or cat) is at the shelter. They are then providing an online payment option (PayPal, etc) for the owner to send money.

These calls/texts are NOT coming from the shelter. The only way to reclaim an animal that has been impounded is to do so in person; the shelter does not have online payment options. We are heartbroken that someone is preying on people who have lost their pet and using our name to do so. Please don't be a victim!

MCAS is located at 8535 Hwy 242 in Conroe Texas
Shelter hours are 11:30 to 5:00 Tuesday to Sunday (closed Monday)

Got a new puppy? Here is a great start. FREE ebooks "Before and After you get you Puppy" by Ian Dunbar!  https://www.dun...
01/03/2024

Got a new puppy? Here is a great start. FREE ebooks "Before and After you get you Puppy" by Ian Dunbar! https://www.dunbaracademy.com/pages/free-puppy-book-bundle?fbclid=IwAR1QEQ-dIy9_IEp6GyMbmKlIeNSn4I3SXQp4LBL-CxtsTty-I6veDInL-ZI

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12/31/2023

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24210 Parker Road
Porter, TX
77365

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 11:30am
1pm - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 11:30am
1pm - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 11:30am
1pm - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 11:30am
1pm - 6pm
Friday 7am - 11:30am
1pm - 6pm

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