Ruff Around the Edges Dog Training

05/18/2024

This can’t be shared enough

🐾 Keep those paws safe! 🐾

As the temperature rises, so does the asphalt heat! ☀️🔥 Remember, our pets are more vulnerable to hot surfaces than we are. 🐶🐱

Here's a handy guide to help you understand how hot it can get for your pets' delicate paws. Place your hand on the ground for 7 seconds at various air temperatures, and imagine how your pet's paws might feel on the scorching asphalt. If it's too hot for you, it's definitely too hot for them! 😓

It's crucial to protect our pets from potential burns and discomfort. During hot summer days, consider these tips:

1️⃣ Walk your pets during cooler times of the day (early morning or late evening).

2️⃣ Opt for grassy or shaded areas for your walks.

3️⃣ Test the pavement with your hand before letting your pet walk on it.

4️⃣ Outfit your pup with protective booties to shield their paws from the heat.

Let's all work together to ensure our pets stay cool and comfortable throughout the summer! 🌞

02/22/2024

The University of British Columbia and the BC SPCA are inviting professional dog trainers in Canada to participate in an online study titled “Survey of dog trainers in Canada” that aims to provide a better understanding of the dog training profession in Canada, including the services offered, training methods, and beliefs about dogs and dog training. The findings of the survey will be made available by publication in an open access peer-reviewed journal.

This research is carried out by Drs. Protopopova (PI) and Cavalli (Co-I), from the Animal Welfare Program, Faculty of Land and Food Systems, University of British Columbia; in collaboration with the BC SPCA (British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). If you have any questions about the study, you may contact Dr. Cavalli at [email protected].

The privacy and confidentiality of survey participants will be strictly protected, and identifying information (such names or emails) will not be collected.
If you are a dog trainer in Canada, we invite you to complete the survey and share the link with other trainers in your network. We ask organizations connected with dog trainers to share the link with trainers in their network.

https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3eix7c99vrlcY2q

10/23/2023

Learn from the best in the business.

10/18/2023

This looks really nice!

🚨GET READY TO SEE RED🚨

TODAY is the day we unveil the KONG x KLIMB Dog Training System – a limited edition KLIMB we collaborated on with our pals at Blue-9 Pet Products.

If you’re attending the APDT/CAPDT Annual Educational Conference and Tradeshow, make sure to swing by Booth #223 to see how we’ve combined KLIMB’s durability & design with KONG’s Classic Red tone to create the ultimate canine training platform!

And the best part? A donation from each KONG x KLIMB sold will be made to local shelters 🐕❤️

📆For those not attending, find the KONG x KLIMB online October 25th here: www.Blue-9.com

09/06/2023

Let’s spread the word.

Press Release - For Immediate Release. Londoners Take a Stand Against "Dog Daddy's" Controversial Training Methods—September 9th & 10th. PLEASE SHARE and help us distribute this to every media outlet that we can! London, UK – [September 9-10, 2023] The streets of London will be a platform ...

09/01/2023

Love this, thanks for the image.

09/01/2023

More great information to be shared.

APDT Resource Center - Share these articles and tips with your training clients. Learn how to keep your dog safe in the great outdoors here: https://apdt.com/resource-center/safety-great-outdoors/

08/31/2023

This seems obvious, but can’t hurt to remind yourself 😀

08/30/2023

Great statement❤️

08/29/2023

Love this❤️

Repost as first vanished and education is important

08/22/2023

This looks great!

08/21/2023

UPDATE: If anyone has purchased a ticket to one of Dog Daddy's events in New York and you're having second thoughts, I will be happy to refund the ticket price of the first person to email me in exchange for information about the location where these events will be held: [email protected] Of course, you would remain anonymous, and the whole dog training community would owe you a debt of gratitude for helping this movement against abusive dog training tactics.

It has come to our attention that Augusto DeOliveira, the dog trainer known as Dog Daddy, has relocated his public park training sessions to an undisclosed indoor private location in New York. We view this as evidence that our peaceful, lawful efforts are influencing his ability to conduct business as usual.

For those who resonate with our concerns and are interested in participating in legal and peaceful demonstrations, we welcome your support and collaboration.

It's worth noting that if Augusto DeOliveira is indeed staying at a hotel in New York City, lawful protest on public property outside the building would be permissible. Of course, we must not harass individuals, impede their movement, or disrupt legal business activities. Striking a balance between making a strong statement and respecting others’ rights is crucial.

The aim here is not to incite anger, but to raise public awareness about responsible and compassionate dog training.

Should you have information regarding Dog Daddy's current training location or hotel or if you know someone who has registered for his workshop and can provide the address, please contact me at [email protected]. This will allow us to coordinate with those intent on expressing their views through considerate and lawful means.

Confidential emails can be sent to [email protected]

08/19/2023

THIS NEEDS TO BE STOPPED! Please help Zak George put the Dog Daddy out of business.

08/19/2023

06/17/2023

Good looking recipe 😀

🐾 Chill out on warm days with KONG’s Sweet Summer Smoothie! This epic stuffing recipe will make your pup's taste buds do a happy dance with the tantalizing combination of strawberries, blueberries, and creamy peanut butter. 🍓🥜 It's like a summer celebration in every lick! Fill multiple KONGs and let the neighborhood pooches dive into a flavor explosion at your next backyard BBQ.🍹🐾

Check out this recipe and others here: https://bit.ly/46kKyFc