Lemondrop Dog Training and Boarding

09/12/2023

We are very excited to make this announcement! It has been months in the making and so hard to set up everyone to be ready for my departure but don’t forget virtual lessons will still be an option for everyone!

You can always PM Eisern K9s for more information or get into contact with our new business which will be located in Colorado!

🐾 Exciting News! Introducing Eisern K9s 🐾

Hey there, friends! We've got some big news to share with all of you. After months of hard work and dedication, we are thrilled to announce a fresh new look and a brand-new name for our beloved dog training companies!

Say goodbye to PQK9 Balanced Training L.L.C. and Lemondrop Dog Training and Boarding, and give a warm welcome to Eisern K9s! In the next month, we will be making our move to Colorado, and we want our brand to reflect who we both are as dog trainers and individuals.

Our journeys started with a passion for helping dogs and their humans build stronger, more balanced relationships through training. Over the years, we've grown, learned, and evolved as professional dog trainers, and we wanted our company to reflect that growth and transformation.

"Eisern" is a German word that means "iron," and it embodies the strength, determination, and unwavering commitment we have to provide top-notch training and support for your four-legged companions. We believe that every dog has the potential to be the best version of themselves, and we're here to help them become just that.

Our commitment to balanced training methods, love, and care for your pets remains as strong as ever. We are excited to continue our journey with you under our new name, Eisern K9s.

Stay tuned for more updates, training tips, and dog-filled adventures as we embark on this exciting new chapter. Thank you for your continued support, and we can't wait to help your dogs thrive under the Eisern K9s!

03/02/2023

Hello everyone!

This is just a quick reminder with the bad weather to stay safe! Have a plan for your pups too!

02/04/2023

Advocate four your dog and others! Leash up in all public and non-fenced areas!

It is also important to look up any local leash laws where you live and travel!

💯 We need more of these signs! Please leash your pets for the safety of everyone.

01/12/2023

Training and learning management techniques from trainer can go a long way in making everyone’s life better!

Sometimes rehoming is best, but we can help make sure you’ve tried your best to make sure that is the right thing to do!

We can’t stress this enough!!

01/06/2023

There’s a lot that factors into crating and where it goes!

01/04/2023

12/26/2022

BOWLS ARE BORING
Observations show that many animals, including dogs will prefer to forage, hunt and actively seek out food rather than just having it freely available or presented in a bowl.
This behaviour is known as Contrafreeloading and is an occurrence where an animal will choose to put effort and work into seeking out food rather than eat food that is available for far less or no effort.
This may not make any sense to us – why go to all that effort when you could just have the food that is presented to you? Or why make my dog work for a basic need, you may ask? Surely that’s just not fair?
Foraging, hunting and seeking out food are natural, instinctive behaviours which are vital for the survival of any species. Even though our domesticated dogs don’t have to worry about this, this innate need for seeking is still a part of who they are.
In addition to this, seeking out food creates an increase in Dopamine – the feel-good hormone. It’s the pursuit of an opportunity, the excitement, the satisfaction and the sense of achievement and not the actual eating of the food that causes these feel-good emotions.
We control so much of our dog’s lives and in our modern lifestyles and environment many dogs have very little opportunity to engage in natural behaviours. Why not use food as an outlet to provide enrichment and allow them to engage in a very natural behaviour while increasing feel good hormones?
Contrafreeloading may not be true of all dogs. Dogs that are already provided with lots of opportunities to engage in natural behaviours may not gain any additional benefit as those needs are already being met. Some dogs may be really hungry or tired and prefer to have instant gratification. Every dog is an individual, but it’s worth considering the advantages of providing a simple outlet for this natural and instinctive behaviour. It will make your dog feel good!

12/12/2022

As winter arrives and temperatures drop, remember that some dogs are bred to be outside in cold weather. Heavy-coated northern dogs like huskies, malamutes, Great Pyrenees, Newfoundlands, and Bernese mountain dogs are bred to stay outside all winter and frequently prefer to be outside even in bitterly cold temperatures – often to their owners’ dismay. If you see a dog with a full coat outside this winter, they are probably perfectly happy. There is no need to call us unless they are visibly shivering.

12/07/2022

12/05/2022

Dont forget with the holidays coming up dogs are 8-16 YEARS of responsibility! Toys, games, and treats are great gifts, not responsibilities!

11/04/2022

Family Friday!

Post pictures of your family and pups! Here at Lemondrop Dog Training we understand the importance of family in dog training, and the role of your pups in family!

11/01/2022

Tongue Out Tuesday!

Instead of our normal posts, since we are preparing for a conference, please enjoy getting to know your community! Post pictures of your pups with their tongues out below!

10/29/2022

It's Q&A Friday!

10/26/2022

Our “Breed of the Week '' posts are aimed at educating about purebred dogs, their history, correct temperament, and how to find a wellbred Purebred dog. We love all dogs, and think all dogs deserve the best, but there are ways to make sure you get the best dog for you and your lifestyle. Feel free to reach out and ask about breed recommendations or for help finding a responsible breeder! Now, introducing the Pembroke Welsh Corgi!

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is most likely to have descended from Scandinavian dogs such as the Swedish Vallhund being mixed with local Welsh dogs. In lore, Pembroke Welsh Corgis were a gift from the fairies. Supposedly two children brought puppies that they thought were fox kits home. Welsh legends say the fairies would use the little dogs to pull their carriages or as mounts for them to ride into battle. If you look, you can still see the marks of the fairy saddle on their shoulders (especially pronounced in the sable color). As the little puppies that the children brought home grew, they learned to help their humans watch over their cattle, a task to become a responsibility for their descendants. For many years the Pembroke Welsh Corgi has made an excellent cattle dog and farm dog.

Today the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is still an excellent farm and cattle dog, but is also a great active companion and sport dog. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an adaptable dog that should be friendly or neutral to strangers and dogs.

When looking for a Pembroke Welsh Corgi you should be aware Pembrokes should never have a bob tail and only come in red, sable, fawn, black and tan, all with or without white markings. The Pembroke should never be merle, and being merle is an indication of being mixed. Although it should be made clear that the Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a full tail and can come in merle. Additionally, Pembroke Welsh Corgi only come in one size ( 10-12” at the shoulders and 25-30lbs) and any advertising “miniature” should be avoided.

Additionally, when looking at breeders all breeding dogs should have the appropriate health testing. The required testing by OFA includes a fair or better rating on a Hip Radiograph or a passing score of a PennHIP evaluation, and an ACVO Eye Exam. Additionally, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of America mentions OFA Elbow Exams, and thyroid exams. Special health considerations in the breed include Diabetes and DM (Degenerative Myelopathy).

When looking at titles in breeding dogs one should expect to see titles such as: agility, herding, conformation, obedience, and titles such as the CGC or ATT proving temperament and general training are recommended.

Disclaimer: All information came directly from breed experts or the breed’s parent club site, for more information go to the link below or PM us. When contacting a breeder, they should be willing to provide all health certifications (OFA has a public database), registered names with titles, and have an in-depth knowledge of the dogs bred and the breed standard.

https://pembrokecorgi.org/

10/26/2022

Always ask before petting dogs you don’t know!