Grey Matter Dog Training

10/12/2025

💔💔Please help! Someone who has helped our rescue and who dedicates her life to animals has lost everything: her home, 4 of her dogs, and her ferrets. It is devastating and unimaginable. Let’s come together and help however we can!

10/10/2025

From Online: American Kennel Club Public Education Introduces AKC Pen Pawls Program

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit, the world’s largest registry of purebred dogs and a leading advocate for canine welfare and responsible ownership, has launched a new educational outreach initiative: AKC® Pen Pawls, developed by AKC Public Education.

AKC® Pen Pawls is an exciting program that invites children to engage in fun, interactive mail correspondence with Bailey the Beagle, the official mascot of AKC Public Education. This innovative program encourages kids to write letters to Bailey, who responds with personalized, tail-wagging messages filled with fun facts about purebred dogs, responsible dog ownership, AKC sports and events, and more. Letters from Bailey are thoughtfully crafted to nurture both literacy and empathy, creating a meaningful and memorable experience that deepens children’s understanding of dogs in a fun and impactful way.

“The program was created to bridge the gap between children’s natural curiosity about dogs and the need for reliable, trustworthy educational content,” said Ashley Jacot, AKC Vice President of Education. “Whether a child is a current dog owner, a future dog owner, or simply an animal lover, corresponding with Bailey offers an exciting opportunity to build writing skills while learning valuable lessons about dog care, responsible pet ownership, and the many ways dogs enrich our lives.”...

Read the Entire Article Here: http://caninechronicle.com/?p=340821

10/09/2025

10/06/2025

If some guy (or girl) tells you to ignore your dog's cries, to show your dog you're in charge or disregards how your dog feels, then grab your beautiful, vulnerable dog and run the other way. Our dogs rely on us to understand and care for them, to be their advocates and protectors from harm. Let's live up to their needs. It's our responsibility.

10/06/2025

A dog is more than a well-behaved pet; they are individuals with specific needs and emotions.

It’s essential to understand their limits, respect their natural behaviours, and provide an environment where they can thrive.

Training should always be about enhancing the relationship with your dog, not forcing them into situations they’re not ready for.

10/06/2025

If your dog has big feelings about Halloween, NOW is the time to discuss medications with your Vet. Trick or treaters, loud noises, bright lights, and scary masks are all things that can upset your dog. Keep watching our social media pages for tips and tricks on how to help your dog stay safe and calm during All Hallows' Eve!

10/06/2025

Changes are being made to the Fair Housing Act regarding best practices for landlords when it comes to reasonable accommodation requests (like service dogs and emotional support animals).

10/05/2025

Friday fail!

This jar of Nutella has been 'registered' as a service dog. A comical reminder that the ADA does not require service animals to have ID cards or be registered/certified. They're not required to wear harnesses or vests, either. If you have more questions about this, give us a call!

[Image: Jar of Nutella wearing a dog harness, leash and fake service dog ID card.]

10/04/2025

Please join us for a very special Celebration of Life & Love as we honor both of the Wissman girls with the party that was originally meant to celebrate their birthdays together.

📅 Sunday, October 5th
⏰ 3:00pm-5:00pm
📍Play Space - Shawnee

This is a donation drive and open to the public. Play Space is not collecting any admission fees but donations (see below) are requested for entry.

Ways to Contribute:
🩷 Bring NICU items in Natalee's memory - specifically preemie clothing items
🩷 Bring PICU items in Madalynn's name - toys, books, soft blankets and stuffies.
🩷 Make a monetary donation to the family’s GoFundMe or directly to OU Children’s Hospital in the family's name.

Natalee would have turned one this fall. Her life, though brief, was filled with love, and we will celebrate her memory with a donation drive in her honor for the NICU at OU Children’s Hospital.

Madalynn is turning three. While she is continuing her recovery in inpatient rehabilitation and may not be able to attend, we still want to surround her with the joy, support, and celebration she deserves. In lieu of gifts, the family requests guests bring items that will be given in her name for the PICU at OU Children’s Hospital.

This is a public event - these girls LOVED to play at Play Space, so let's come together to support and celebrate them through play and community.

https://www.facebook.com/events/s/celebration-of-life-and-love-h/1451330736125465/

https://gofund.me/49f4f966c

10/03/2025

Consumers have very little protection in the US with regards to dog training. Professional licensure is not required to call yourself a dog trainer in the US. Not only does this mean consumers have no protection and anyone can do practically anything to your dog in the name of training, it also means there's a lot of muddy language around dog training credentials, titles and what means what.

Download my FULL guide on what all those letters mean here:

https://rescuedbytraining.com/understanding-dog-titles-download/

10/02/2025

🐾🎉 Back by popular demand! The Angel Fund OKC low-cost Vaccine Clinic is joining us at DOGtober Festival! 🐶🐱

📅 When: October 18
📍 Where: Earlywine Park
💉 Protect your pets with low-cost vaccines — first come, first served while supplies last!

🐕 Bring dogs on a leash
🐈 Cats and small critters in secure carriers
📄 Don’t forget any vaccination records you have

Mark your calendars 🗓️ and make sure your furry friends stay happy and healthy without breaking the bank! ❤️🐾

Sign up below! Don't forget to check the 18th!
https://angelfundokc.as.me

https://www.facebook.com/events/4126204224326848