Fur and Feather Works

06/16/2024

Please welcome these outstanding dogs to Sunday morning Basic Manners! They learned a down and worked on a down stay today.

06/16/2024

🐾 We have ONE spot left in Intro to K9 Nose Work(R) class, starting on Friday, July 26 at 6:00pm! Unleash your dog's inner detective with this exciting and fascinating class. 🌟🔍 Perfect for beginners or dogs who are already obsessed with searching, we'll teach your pup to use their powerful sense of smell for fun and rewarding searches. 🐶🔍 Enhance your dog's mental stimulation, build confidence, and strengthen your bond, and maybe even earn a title for it! ⚡️🏆 Enroll today and discover the joy of the original sport of K9 Nose Work! 🐾✨
💻[email protected]
☎(775) 420-2322
🌎 https://furfeatherworks.com/dog-sport-classes

06/15/2024

🐾 Give your puppy the best start with our Puppy Kindergarten Class! Available on Tuesdays at 6pm, Saturdays at 12:30pm, and Sundays at 3:00pm, this fun and engaging class focuses on safe early socialization, basic obedience, and confidence-building activities. 🌟🍼 Why a class just for puppies? Because it's a safe way to socialize your puppy before their vaccines are done.🐶✨ We'll coach you through difficulties such as potty training, puppy biting, and chewing your furniture, while also setting the foundation for a well-mannered and happy pup. Limited spots available to puppies under 4 months old—enroll your little one today! 🐾❤️
🌎https://furfeatherworks.com/dog-training-classes
☎(775) 420-2322
💻[email protected]

06/14/2024

🏙️ Elevate your dog's city skills with our Hound About Town Class, starting on Sunday, June 23 at 10:30am! 🐾✨ This unique, on-location class teaches your dog vital manners and social skills needed for urban environments. 🌟🐶 From crowded streets to pet-friendly cafes, we’ll help your pup become a confident and well-behaved city dog. Eligible pups can even earn their CGC-U title! Enroll now and make every outing an enjoyable adventure, no matter where your travels take you! 🏙️🐾
💻[email protected]
☎(775) 420-2322
🌎https://furfeatherworks.com/dog-sport-classes

06/14/2024

🐾 Struggling with your dog's impulse control? Do they tend to have a "grab it and run?" philosophy? Join our "Control Yourself" workshop on Saturday, July 6 at 2:00pm! 🌟🐶 This intensive one-hour session is designed to teach essential self-control skills, helping your dog become more calm and focused, *especially* when there's something they want. 🐕✨ Learn practical techniques to manage your pup's behavior and enjoy a more harmonious relationship. Secure your spot today and take control together! 🐾✨
🌎https://furfeatherworks.com/events
☎(775) 420-2322
💻[email protected]

06/14/2024

Congratulations to handsome Joaquin the Standard Poodle and his mom Monika on their Basic Manners graduation! This young man has a fantastic down-stay and is well on his way to becoming a gentleman!

06/12/2024

06/12/2024

Meet Sunny, the 1 year old Boxer! Photo 1: with behavior consultant Monica and border collie, Fin; Photo 2: at the park, cool as a cucumber; Photo 3: happily watching dogs at the Sparks Marina.
Sunny was previously very reactive to dogs, meaning she's bark and lunge when seeing them on leash, and might even become aggressive off leash. She'd had trouble with other dogs from a young age, and she's generally more anxious and sensitive than your average Boxer. Eventually her owners turned to using a shock collar whenever she would act aggressively toward other dogs in an effort to control her unwanted behavior ... but that only made things worse. Her owners didn't know at the time that using punishment to suppress behavior is very different than changing the reason the behavior exists - the dog's emotions. It works, until the suppression goes away ... or until the dog's emotions break through the punishment.
So, this is what Monica and Team Sunny set out to do: change her emotions around other dogs, so the outbursts would go away!
Fast forward a few months, and here's what Sunny's owner reported the other day: "At my daughter's softball game, we walked a bit around a fenced field where other dogs were playing. When she noticed them, she got tall and watched, but then turned and walked away, and never looked back!" Hooray Team Sunny, calm and relaxed and living their best lives - that's what we want to see!!! 💕🥳

06/12/2024

🚀 Ready to turbocharge your dog's recall skills? Join our Rocket Recall Class, starting on Sat. June 22 at 9:15am! 🐾🌟 This short, dynamic 3 week class focuses on teaching your dog to come back every time, even with distractions. 🐶🌳 Build a stronger bond, ensure your dog's safety, and enjoy more off-leash freedom together. Limited spots available—sign up today and watch your pup's recall take off! 🚀🐾
💻[email protected]
☎(775) 420-2322
🌎https://furfeatherworks.com/dog-training-classes

06/11/2024

🐾 Start your puppy off on the right paw with our Puppy Kindergarten Class! 🌟🐶 Designed for the youngest learners under 4 months old, this class focuses on essential socialization, basic manners, and foundational training. 🐾🍼 Give your pup the best start in life and build a strong bond from the beginning. Get help with housetraining, puppy biting, and destructive behaviors. Enroll today and watch your little one flourish! 🐶✨
Tuesdays at 6:00pm
Saturdays at 12:30pm
Sundays at 3:00pm

🌎https://furfeatherworks.com/dog-training-classes
☎(775) 420-2322
💻[email protected]

06/10/2024

It's back! 🐾 Unleash your dog’s natural scenting abilities with our Intro to Nose Work Class, starting on Friday, July 26 at 6pm! 🌟🐶 This engaging class is perfect for dogs and handlers of all ages and abilities, teaching your pup to harness their powerful sense of smell for fun and rewarding searches. 🕵️‍♂️✨ Build confidence, provide mental stimulation, tire out your dog, strengthen your bond, and maybe even compete for titles! Enroll now and discover the exciting world of scent, through a dog's nose! 🐾👃
🌎https://furfeatherworks.com/dog-sport-classes
☎(775) 420-2322
💻[email protected]

06/07/2024

🐾 Does your dog need help controlling themselves when they want something or get excited? Join our "Control Yourself" workshop on Saturday July 6 at 2:00pm! 🌟🐶 This one hour session is designed to teach your young or impulsive pup essential self-regulation skills in a supportive environment. Learn practical techniques to manage behaviors and improve your dog's responsiveness. Don’t miss out—sign up now and take the first step toward a calmer, more controlled companion! 🐾✨
🌎https://furfeatherworks.com/events
☎ (775) 420-2322
💻 [email protected]

06/06/2024

It's back, for the last time before fall! 🏙️ Transform your city life with our Hound About Town Class, starting on Sunday, June 23 at 10:30am! 🐾✨ This class focuses on teaching your dog essential manners and social skills for urban environments. Over the course of 6 weeks, we'll work on manners and obedience in Reno's favorite dog-friendly spots! 🌟🐶 From busy streets to bustling cafes, we’ll help you and your pup navigate the city with confidence. Enroll now and make every outing a joy for both you and your furry friend! 🏙️🐾
🌎https://furfeatherworks.com/dog-training-classes
☎(775) 420-2322
💻[email protected]

06/06/2024

🚀 Take your dog's recall to new heights with our Rocket Recall Class, starting on Sat. June 22 at 9:15am!🐾🌟 Whether at the park or in your backyard, our proven positive reinforcement techniques will ensure your pup returns to you every time. 🐶🌳 Build trust, enhance safety, and enjoy more off-leash freedom. Sign up today and let your dog's recall skills soar! 🚀🐾
🌎https://furfeatherworks.com/dog-training-classes
☎(775) 420-2322
💻[email protected]

06/04/2024

Hound about Town: if it's Monday it seems it must be chilly! The dogs practiced elevator rides and 's in Sparks gave each dog a new toy!

06/03/2024

Well this is interesting!

06/02/2024

Big congratulations to our Therapy Dog and Handler Class graduates! They are ready to begin the certification process!

06/01/2024

Kids and Dogs - a recipe for disaster, or success?

Most of us have visions of our children happily romping in the yard with a loving dog, one who follows them around and spends the night in their bed. Some parents get a puppy with the intention that the puppy and the child can grow up together. So why doesn't this idyllic scene always play out?

Humans and dogs are two very different species. Sometimes the differences in communication and social interactions are significant enough to cause discomfort, fear, or even anger in a dog when someone breaches their comfort level - especially when that little human doesn’t “listen” to the dog’s signals to back off. For example, when children greet loved ones, they hug and kiss - and their dog is no exception. Unfortunately, to dogs, a hug feels like restraint rather than love. Attempts to pull away are sometimes met with a tighter hug - leaving the dog feeling that the only way to escape is to make the human back off by growling or biting. No one is to blame; the child and dog were both only doing what they know.

Toddlers are always on the move - and they're not always very coordinated. Remember how often your toddler fell when first learning to walk? Your dog does. Older children love to run around. While some dogs might become nervous, others will get excited and join in, and unfortunately, dogs play with their mouths. Once again, no one is at fault; the dog and the child are both only doing what they know. But rough play often leads to a tearful child and a dog in time-out.

How do we set kids and dogs up for success?

-Learn to read dog body language so you know when and how to intervene to keep your dog comfortable and your child safe.
-Children mimic adults, so model appropriate behavior toward dogs. If you wouldn't want your child to do it, you shouldn't do it either. NEVER allow your child to sit on your dog.
-Bring your child to our quarterly Kids and Dogs workshop, where you will learn how to read your dog’s communication, along with games they can play together.
-Use baby gates, ex-pens, or crates to separate dogs and young children when an adult can’t actively supervise.

When in doubt, call us for help!

05/31/2024

🚀 Ready to supercharge your dog's recall? Join our Rocket Recall Class, starting on Sat. June 22 at 9:15am! 🐾🌟 In this short, 3 week course, our expert trainers will teach you effective techniques to ensure your dog comes running back, no matter the distractions. 🐶🌳 Strengthen your bond and enjoy more outdoor freedom together this summer. Limited spots available—sign up now and watch your dog's recall skills skyrocket! 🚀🐾
🌎Visit https://furfeatherworks.com/dog-training-classes/ -recall
☎️Call (775) 420-2322
💻Email [email protected]

05/31/2024

🌲 Adventure awaits with our Walkabout Class, starting on Wed. June 19 at 6:00pm! 🐾✨ Perfect for dogs and owners who love to explore, this short, 3 week class class focuses on enhancing leash manners and building confidence and control in new environments and around interesting distractions. 🐶🌿 Enjoy the beauty of nature while learning valuable skills together during the field trip on the last day. Don't miss out—secure your spot today! 🌟🐾
🌎Visit https://furfeatherworks.com/dog-training-classes/ -field-trip
☎️Call (775) 420-2322
💻Email [email protected]

05/30/2024

🐾 Explore the city in style with our Hound About Town Class, starting on Sun. June 23 at 10:30am! 🏙️✨ This unique class is designed to help your dog master manners and social skills in real-world urban settings, no matter the distractions. 🌟🐶 From cafes to parks, we'll guide you through fun and practical training sessions that make city living and urban exploration a breeze.

This is the LAST TIME that Hound About Town class will be offered before the fall. Sign up now and turn every outing into a paw-sitive experience! 🐾🏙️
💻[email protected]
☎(775) 420-2322
🌎https://furfeatherworks.com/dog-sport-classes/ -about-town

05/29/2024

🎉🐾 Huge congratulations to our trainer Monica Oesterling on earning her new CBCC-KA (Certified Behavior Consultant Canine)! In order to earn this certification, she needed to have a minimum of 300 hours working on canine behavior issues (she has way more), and pass an exam of 200 questions.

Her hard work, obsession with learning, and dedication to the art and science of training have paid off, and we are so proud of her achievement! This certification is a testament to her expertise, passion, and commitment to providing the best training for our furry friends.

Here's to many more successes and happy tails ahead! 🐕✨

05/28/2024

🌟🐶 Puppy Kindergarten class has availability to start right away! 🐾

Give your new puppy the perfect start with our fun and engaging Puppy Kindergarten class! Designed for puppies 8-16 weeks old, our positive, reward-based training helps your pup learn essential skills in a happy, supportive setting, and teaches you how to socialize them gently and properly, for a well-behaved sidekick for years to come. 🌟

🗓️ Classes are on Sundays at 3pm, Tuesdays at 6pm, and Saturdays at 12:30pm!
📞 Limited spots—reserve today: (775) 420-2322 or [email protected]
🌐 furfeatherworks.com

Create happy, confident pups with us! 🐕💖

05/27/2024

Super cool!

05/25/2024

⭐ Give your dog the gift of some off-leash freedom with our Rocket Recall Class, starting Sat. June 22 at 9:15am! 🚀🐾 We focus on teaching your pup to come back every time, no matter the distractions. 🐕🌟 Build trust and enjoy more freedom with your furry friend. Enroll now and watch your dog's recall skills take off! 🌳🐾
🌎Visit https://furfeatherworks.com/dog-training-classes/ -recall
☎️Call (775) 420-2322
💻Email [email protected]

05/24/2024

🐾 Ready for summer adventures with your furry friend? 🌟 Join our Walkabout Class starting Wed. June 19 at 6pm! 🐶🌲 This class is perfect for improving leash manners, building focus around distractions, and exploring new environments together. Strengthen your bond and make walks a joy for both of you. Limited spots available, sign up today at https://furfeatherworks.com/dog-training-classes/ -field-trip or by calling (775) 420-2322! 🐾✨

05/23/2024

🌟 Join Our Puppy Kindergarten class! 🌟

Welcome to the best start for your puppy’s training journey! Did you know that a puppy's critical socialization period is between about 3 weeks and about 4 months? It ends way earlier than most people realize! Our Puppy Kindergarten class is specially designed for pups aged 8-16 weeks. With our positive, reward-based training, your puppy will learn essential socialization and obedience skills in a fun and nurturing environment. 🐾💕

📅 Class availability to start on Sundays at 3pm, Tuesdays at 6pm, or Saturdays at 12:30pm.
📍 9475 Double R Blvd, Ste 12
📞 Spaces are limited! Call (775) 420-2322 or visit furfeatherworks.com to enroll.

Let’s make learning fun for your little one! 🐶✨

Thank you to Sully the Samoyed pup for loaning us his picture!

05/21/2024

Hound About Town - the group is jelling.
Sadie, Walter, Betty, Falcon, Laka and Minnie.