Mossy Paws Dog Training

05/21/2024

We are still learning about the complex, dynamic nature of dogs as individuals.

"The more you know, the more you realize you don't know"

Each new piece of information (or piece of the puzzle) uncovers new fresh paths to explore.🤓

After years of studying and years of practical experience and spending a fortune on gaining knowledge, I am still learning and evolving which I hope will never stop. This made me update this cartoon of mine. It's an ongoing process☺️

Understanding and influencing behaviour can be complex. So many influences on behaviour can be at play. Never stop learning.

Dogs are complex mammals (just like humans; you'll be amazed how many similarities there are, but of course there are many differences too).

Each dog is a unique individual and there can be many factors influencing behaviour.

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05/15/2024

Do you have a puppy who needs socialization? Our puppy play group has recently seen many pups graduate and we have room in both our Under 40 lbs and Over 40 lbs classes.
We teach you about canine body language, relaxation techniques, handling skills, equipment fitting, and much more at each class while your puppy romps and plays.
Feel free to email me at [email protected] with questions.
https://www.mossypawsdogtraining.com/classes

05/14/2024

05/11/2024

We have 3 spots open in the Real Life Skills class next week! (Congrats, Graduates!) This class provides you and your dog with tools to navigate real-life scenarios, rather than just teaching cues and obedience. Unlike many other basics classes, I am available for student questions and review student videos throughout the length of the class. Knowing that private training is too expensive for many, I offer comprehensive class support because everyone deserves a happy, healthy relationship with their dog. Bonus: I often have 1-2 other trainers assisting these classes, which means more individual attention!

04/23/2024

This is a beautiful example of why we choose harnesses that allow free movement of the shoulder. Feel free to DM me if you would like to know the non-affiliated brands that I like!

04/05/2024

Private dogs, they're watching you...

New research suggests that pooches may be as in tune with our emotions as owners hope.

04/01/2024

Real-Life Basics starts next week, but you can sign up any week with an open spot! (Open Enrollment.)

We will teach dogs of all ages the basics + by emulating real-life scenarios in the class, including not jumping on strangers and guests, loose leash walking, keeping calm at home during dinner and while you are working, following house and public rules, skills to make vet visits a breeze, and more. Questions? Feel free to email me at [email protected]
See more info here: mossypawsdogtraining.com

03/18/2024

A lot of "Basics" classes for dogs teach you cues without context. In our Real Life Skills classes, you will practice your new skills and cues in the context of real-life scenarios like visiting the vet, walking your dog in familiar and unfamiliar environments, having company over, at-home manners, and more!

These classes are for dogs 6 months and older, although I am open to accepting younger puppies who are ready to learn.

See more at: mossypawsdogtraining.com and feel free to email me with questions at [email protected]

03/03/2024

Puppy Socialization! We've had a lot of puppies graduate from our large puppies group recently and have room for more! Small puppies group fills up fast.
We cover many topics beyond play each week, including relaxation techniques, how to read dog body language, positive reinforcement training of collar grabs and hand targeting, plus focus tips, walk strategies, and more.
Questions? Read more at mossypawsdogtraining.com or growlerzseattle.com and feel free to email me directly at [email protected].

02/19/2024

Hey All, I decided to start up another run of the very popular loose-leash walking class next weekend! There are 3 spots left after lots of interest at puppy play this morning, so get registered if you are interested!

Are you ready to start enjoying walks with your dog? Perhaps you have sadly settled into a routine of getting pulled around by your dog as they investigate the bushes and ignore you? Let’s work together to create real engagement with our dogs and eliminate leash pulling. You will learn how to fine-tune your dog’s focus, how to read their body language, how to get your dog past distractions, and how to interrupt the cycle of ceaseless pulling. This 4-week class will meet once a week with the first two sessions at Growlerz and the last two sessions at a nearby park. Each participant will have the opportunity to review 2 videos of their progress with Jen after the class is over to ensure your team is getting it right. $215/4 weeks + 1 follow-up training session via Zoom.

Saturdays, February 24th four consecutive weeks, rain or shine. Follow-up review of your progress with Jen via Zoom. Teams of two handlers and one dog are welcome.

Equipment Needed: Flat Collar, Harness with front and back clip, 6 or 8-foot leash, and treat pouch.

To register, go to https://www.growlerzseattle.com/ and sign up/register your dog. From there, you can choose “Booking” >“Start Booking” > “Daycare” > “Loose Leash Walking Class”

https://www.mossypawsdogtraining.com/classes

01/12/2024

Free South-end vaccine clinic!
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12/18/2023

Many people choose to give puppies from shelters or breeders as gifts during the holiday season. A well-considered choice can help to eliminate future frustration and suffering for both the dog and the humans: let’s choose dogs that fit into our lifestyles and environments instead of trying to shape dogs to fit into situations that they cannot naturally adapt to. Knowledge is power!

RESEARCH REQUIRED!

Choosing a dog just because of the way they look.

We wouldn’t choose a partner or make a commitment to sharing our lives with someone based purely on the way they look – (I suppose there could be exceptions in some cases!)

We would first really get to know them, what kind of personality they have and who they really are before making that sort of commitment.

Yet people continue to choose dogs just because of the way they look.

Maybe they saw a dog like that in a movie that they enjoyed or maybe they just really like the way they look, without having any understanding or thought to learn about what that particular breed was selectively bred to do and what behaviour might be expected.

The way a dog behaves is not always specific to the breed. Dogs are individuals, with their own unique personality and their behaviour is shaped not only by genetics, but by specific life and learning experiences and environment, but problems can happen when the traits of that breed and their specific needs are not taken into account.

Some breeds may just simply not be compatible with a particular person or family’s needs, lifestyle, environment or expectations.

Is it fair or ethical to need to suppress, train out or even punish breed specific tendencies, calling them behaviour problems, when we hold a dog in a captive environment that is unsuitable for them.

First research the breed and learn all you can about potential traits and what to expect before making that choice.

12/18/2023

I'm teaching a loose leash walking class at Growlerz Seattle this January. Let’s work together to create real engagement with our dogs and eliminate leash pulling. You will learn how to fine-tune your dog’s focus, how to read their body language, how to get your dog past distractions, and how to interrupt the cycle of ceaseless pulling. This 4-week class will meet once a week with the first two sessions at Growlerz and the last two sessions at a nearby park. Each participant will have the opportunity to review 2 videos of their progress with Jen after the class is over to ensure your team is getting it right. $215/4 weeks + 1 follow-up training session via Zoom.

Saturdays, January 6th- 27 four consecutive weeks, rain or shine. Follow-up review of your progress with Jen via Zoom. Teams of two handlers and one dog are welcome.

More details here:
https://www.mossypawsdogtraining.com/classes

And register with Growlerz Seattle, then sign up for the class at:
https://www.growlerzseattle.com/