06/30/2025
Today I wrapped up a great lesson with Koda and Ella, focusing on leash manners and spatial pressure. These two pups love to lean and tumble into people both inside and outside the home, so we worked on teaching them to respect space in a calm, positive way.
Why is this so important? Their owner is preparing for knee surgery, and even friendly dogs who push or lean can unintentionally cause pain or injuries during recovery. They also have a family member with Parkinson’s disease. For anyone with mobility or balance challenges, it’s crucial to have dogs who are aware and respectful of human space to help keep everyone safe.
Spatial pressure is such an easy, effective skill to teach, and Koda and Ella picked it up so quickly! 🐾🐾
Ella, was recently adopted from Saving Grace. she’s a true rockstar and so eager to learn. I loved working with this willing, engaged pair and seeing how much they enjoyed learning new things. 🤩
✨ Helping dogs become polite, safe companions isn’t just about obedience, it’s about supporting their families’ health, comfort, and peace of mind. 🫶🏼