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🐾 Welcome to Gannett K9! 🐾
We’re passionate about helping you and your dog thrive together! 🐕 We offering obedience training, behavior modification and Schutzhund (IGP) training, as well as pet photography, secure transport, and show handling.

Walking with my little squirrel. ♥️
03/23/2025

Walking with my little squirrel. ♥️

12/17/2024

Just reminding back transport position for Shaft

DEFENSIVE REACTIONS IN DOGSDefensive reactions in dogs are deeply rooted in their survival instincts. Whether a dog is t...
12/13/2024

DEFENSIVE REACTIONS IN DOGS

Defensive reactions in dogs are deeply rooted in their survival instincts. Whether a dog is trying to protect itself, its resources, or its territory, these behaviors are their way of managing perceived threats. Let’s take a closer look at what triggers these reactions, the types of defensive responses, and their goals.

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=What Triggers Defensive Reactions in Dogs?=

Defensive behaviors occur when a dog feels threatened, fearful, or cornered. Common triggers include:

1. Fear of a perceived threat: A dog may react defensively if they feel their safety is at risk, whether the threat is real or imagined.

2. Territorial instincts: Protecting their home, yard, or even their favorite spot on the couch can provoke a defensive reaction.

3. Resource guarding: Dogs may defend food, toys, or other valued items when they feel they might lose them.

4. Unfamiliar environments or people: New situations or people that dogs perceive as unpredictable can trigger a defensive response.

5. Past trauma: Dogs with a history of abuse or neglect are often more prone to defensive behaviors.

6. Protection of offspring: Mother dogs can become highly defensive when they perceive a threat to their puppies. This maternal instinct is a natural response to ensure the safety of their young.

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=Types of Defensive Reactions=

Dogs display defensive reactions in different ways, which can generally be classified into two categories: active defense and passive defense.

1. Active Defensive Reactions

Active defense is an outward and aggressive response designed to make the perceived threat retreat.

Behaviors: Barking, growling, lunging, snapping, or even biting.

Goal: To create distance between the dog and the threat. The dog is saying, “Back off!”

When it occurs: Often seen in confident or assertive dogs, or when the dog feels it has no other choice but to stand its ground.

2. Passive Defensive Reactions

Passive defense involves avoidance or submissive behaviors aimed at diffusing the situation without confrontation.

Behaviors: Cowering, freezing, hiding, tail-tucking, or looking away.

Goal: To avoid conflict or escape the situation. The dog is saying, “I don’t want any trouble!”

When it occurs: Often seen in insecure or fearful dogs that lack the confidence to confront a perceived threat.

12/09/2024

Bellona learning back transport.
It was very hard weekend for this little creature. Lots of thinking and impulse control.

12/09/2024

Shaft running blinds.

12/08/2024

Bellona starts learning blinds.
Her brain was fried. Too much thinking and impulse control for this crazy little squirrel.

12/07/2024

Another "get another dog/this dog won't bite" project that owner didn't quit on.
When there is a will, there's a way.
Helper: Eric Costa
Back line: Elena Gannett
Owner: Brittany Ely

5 REASONS NOT TO PLAY FETCH WITH YOUR DOGFetch might seem like the perfect way to burn off energy, but it’s not always t...
12/01/2024

5 REASONS NOT TO PLAY FETCH WITH YOUR DOG

Fetch might seem like the perfect way to burn off energy, but it’s not always the best choice for every dog. Here are five reasons to rethink this popular game:

1. Risk of Overexertion
Some dogs don’t know when to stop. They’ll keep chasing that ball until they’re completely exhausted, which can lead to overheating, dehydration, or even injuries.

2. Encourages Obsessive Behavior
For high-drive dogs, fetch can become an obsession. They may start fixating on the ball or toy, leading to stress and anxiety when it’s not around.

3. Joint and Muscle Strain
The repetitive running, jumping, and sudden stops involved in fetch can be tough on your dog’s joints, especially for breeds prone to hip or elbow issues.

4. Lack of Mental Engagement
While fetch is physically demanding, it doesn’t provide the mental stimulation your dog needs. Activities like scent work or training exercises are much better for keeping their brain active.

5. Not Suitable for All Dogs
Not every dog enjoys fetch. Forcing it can lead to frustration or even damage the trust between you and your dog.

Fetch isn’t bad when done responsibly, but it’s not the only way to engage with your dog. Explore games and activities that balance physical and mental stimulation for a healthier, happier pup.

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11/25/2024

Video of our protection routine that we put together in just two days 🙈🤣
P.S.: we still have puppies from this crazy little girl.

My crazy little squirrel got IGP1. It was express prep after she had puppies. So I didn't expect much, especially in tra...
11/13/2024

My crazy little squirrel got IGP1. It was express prep after she had puppies. So I didn't expect much, especially in tracking. But she impressed me and got 94. Obedience was our strong part, so it was very surprising for me when she just declined to sit at all through routine. She did everything, but almost everywhere when she needed to sit, she would stay (80 points). That really worried me, so immediately after we finished routine, I asked our club chiropractor to look at her. And I want to thank Chance for helping my crazy baby and adjusting her. She immediately felt much better and was able to do Protection (96 points).
Thank you, Mike John Karlov for judging and nice words about my crazy creature. And thank you Eric Costa for safe helper work and help with preps. 🤗
And of course thanks to all our club ❤️ TOP K9 - you guys are the best. 🥳

More great news. Bellona is clear on both DM and Long coat
10/31/2024

More great news. Bellona is clear on both DM and Long coat

Puppies got their second vaccines and are ready to go to new homes. 🥰
09/30/2024

Puppies got their second vaccines and are ready to go to new homes. 🥰

09/18/2024

Shaft was mostly having fun this weekend. (Of course we did a little bit of IGP stuff, but not much.) That was new stuff for him and was interesting to see how he was trying to figure out what we wanted from him.

09/18/2024

Bellona and Eric. She is definitely getting her craziness back after having puppies. 🤪🤣

Belka had a blast this weekend training with Eric Costa . My little squirrel is really maturing and slowly getting in sh...
09/16/2024

Belka had a blast this weekend training with Eric Costa . My little squirrel is really maturing and slowly getting in shape after pups. 🥰🤗
Thank you Brooke for letting us have him. 🤗 Happy Birthday again! 🥳🎉💥
Photos by Colleen Bailey

Address

303 Railroad Avenue
Saint John, WA
99171

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 9pm
Tuesday 7am - 9pm
Wednesday 7am - 9pm
Thursday 7am - 9pm
Friday 7am - 9pm
Saturday 7am - 9pm
Sunday 7am - 9pm

Telephone

+15126880724

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Videos

Shaft working on some cardio 🤣

First workshop of the year. Thank you Eric Costa for coming. #keepwarm #IGP #igpprotection #canecorso

Meet my Pet sitting clients Milo and Dwight. Two sweet boys that I was watching while their mom and dad were traveling. #gannettk9 #petsitting #dogboarding #dogtraining

Just reminding back transport position for Shaft

Start Your New Year Strong: Protection Workshop with Eric Costa! Kick off 2025 on the right paw! Join us January 10–12 in Spokane, WA for an incredible Protection Workshop with Eric Costa, a National Level Helper. This is your chance to take your training to the next level with one of the best. Perfect Your amd Your Dog's Skills: Focus on grip development, confidence building, secondary obedience or trial preps. Start the Year with Purpose: This workshop is the ultimate way to set your training goals in motion for 2025. Working spots are very limited, so act fast! Aufit spots are available for free. So come to watch and learn more about this sport. 📍 When: January 10–12 📍 Where: Spokane, WA 📩 Contact: Elena Gannett on Facebook or text (512) 688-0724 to reserve your spot today. Let’s make this year your most successful yet—see you there! 🐾 #dogtraining #helper #decoy #bitework #gannettk9 #protectiontraining #schutzhund #IGP #igpprotection

Our trainings are hot 🙈🤣 #helper #bitework #trainings #dogtraining #decoy

Working on Belka's long bite technique. She would be so much into running, that would forget to target the sleeve and launch 🤦😂🤣

Bellona learning back transport. It was very hard weekend for this little creature. Lots of thinking and impulse control.

Shaft running blinds. #blindsearch #schutzhund #protectiondog

Let's the party started 🤣🙈🤣🙈🤣

Bellona starts learning blinds. Her brain was fried. Too much thinking and impulse control for this crazy little squirrel. #protectiontraining #bitework #gannettk9 #dogtraining

You have to be creative sometimes 🤣🙈 "Ben, come here! I need a tall guy." 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 #protectiontraining #bitework

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