Small Town Pup

07/09/2025

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Body look like a ski jump?⛷️
We need to recognise bows as more than just play.⬅️

"My dogs bows are because of pain"
Valid point and I am kicking myself a bit this isn't on the chart but it is really important.
This can be a position that can indicate illness or discomfort.

"She does this when she wants to leave"
Yup....because that position allows for fast movement.
An exit preparation when they find themselves overwhelmed.
Your dog wants to bolt away if needed.

"He shows this when the other dog is too energetic"
It can be a calming signal ....a way to show the other dog "hey, I need a breather"

Stalking
A classic pre stalk position.

If we only believe bows mean play.... we are closing the door on that deeper understanding.

They are communicating.
We just need to keep a more open mind and perhaps not assume or hope it "just means play".

07/08/2025

Wow a blast from the past
Look at this sweet girl

07/05/2025

07/05/2025

06/29/2025

Sunday Funday!
Share a pic of your furry sidekick

06/29/2025

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06/29/2025

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06/28/2025

This is our Zazu !! ❤️

This beautiful girl was found on the road close to my house. I would like to thank Veterinary Center of Somerset - Dr. Tim VanDerPloeg for checking this sweet girl for a microchip. She did not have one, so she is just going to get the Small Town Pup treatment and see where life takes this sweet girl.....

06/27/2025

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"What ?.... Lick our lips around dogs?
As crazy as it sounds, yes.

We are mimicking those all important calming signals they can give.
Calming signals can help dogs decipher our intent.

Especially important for nervous or anxious dogs.

✅Don't crowd them, give them space
✅Be mindful how you move, but.....there is a fine line between slow deliberate moving and totally unnatural "stalking" movements.

Limiting eye contact is also important.
Staring for many dogs can be interpreted as "threatening" or "rude".

Watch those feet movements.
Walk lightly and softly.
Big steps with heavy footwear can be scary.

Many people are a bit "taken back" when people that work with dogs just "ignore" their dog.
It isn't because we are being rude.
We want to make a great first impression on them and gain their trust quickly.

The best way to greet?

"What ?.... Lick our lips around dogs?
As crazy as it sounds, yes.
We are mimicking those all important calming signals they can give.
Calming signals can help dogs decipher our intent.
Especially important for nervous or anxious dogs.

✅Don't crowd them, give them space
✅Be mindful how you move, but.....there is a fine line between slow deliberate moving and totally unnatural "stalking" movements.

Limiting eye contact is also important.
Staring for many dogs can be interpreted as "threatening" or "rude".

Watch those feet movements.
Walk lightly and softly.
Big steps with heavy footwear can be scary.

Many people are a bit "taken back" when people that work with dogs just "ignore" their dog.
It isn't because we are being rude.
We want to make a great first impression on them and gain their trust quickly.

The best way to greet?
Well...you don't really.

Sounds harsh but it really is a great way to help a dog relax.