Percy’s Paw-Prints

The babies are learning to eat, and are so funny about it 😆 but are learning so quickly! Ember is the one all the way in the bowl, collars are off as they’re in the awkward space of growing out of their newborn collars and barely too little for their new ones ❤️ #puppylove #puppies #puppieseating #socute #australianshepherd #goldenretriever

Maevis and I have been out doing a looot of in public training lately, and she is just phenomenal. I absolutely adore this dog, she isn’t fazed by hardly anything. And trusts me when things make her nervous. #australianshepherd #servicedogintraining #dogtraining #servicedogtraining #australianshepherdsofinstagram #heterochromiadog #babycrying

We got the pups the yard they deserve ❤️ #australianshepherd #wegotourdogsayard #newhouse #goldenretriever #dalmatian #happydogs #happydoghappylife #excited #aussielove

We need more love and more pup cups❤️ If you haven’t already, go take your pup for a walk. Find some grass. Lay in it, Play with them. And go get a pup cup #gotouchgrass #australianshepherd #aussiesofinstagram #suicidepreventionawareness #suicideprevention #selfcare #puppylove #pupcup #dogtraining #servicedogintraining

Someone asked me once if I take all my dogs on walks at the same time. The answer is not a simple yes or no lol. It’s both yes, and no, and neither 😆 I don’t usually take my dogs for long walks- or walks at all. If I’m taking someone on a walk, it’s usually Pax. Since he’s deaf, sniffing is one of his all time favorite activities, ever😂 so we go on very slow walks where he sniffs everything as long as he wants. And he’s always exhausted afterwards! Something people don’t realize, is sniffing everything is just as exhausting as going on runs or fast walks. They use sooo much of their brain power, and physical energy to sniff the world around them. It’s been proven that for a dog- A 15 minute all sniff walk, is essentially the same as a 45 minute run. But why don’t I usually take my dogs on walks? They don’t need it. And you also really don’t want to build up endurance with your dog because then you have to spend more and more time trying to give them what they need. I give them so much mental and physical stimulation without the walk!:) They eat their breakfast (or dinner, whichever I decide for the day) in the yard all together. Because… you got it, sniffing 😉 sniffing is AMAZING mental and physical stimulation for your dog. You can split it up into snacks throughout the day for dogs who need extra stimulation. There are “seeking assisted” toys such as snuffle mats to make it extra fun. Or freeze treats inside ice. Or a frozen lettuce head with treats inside to rip apart and maybe eat. There are many choices that are better than-Or as an addition to walks. But sometimes I do walk them all. And it’s not as chaotic as you’d think lol. We have rules. When cars come, we practice down stays. When dogs pass, we practice down stays. It’s very important to know that you have your dog’s attention especially when in a large group, so that the walk goes as smoothly as possible. For me, the boys walk in front of the group togeth

Lexio after tonight’s play and work session😆 He is always filthy afterwards lol. But he loves it, he’d go and go forever if I let him. When we’re done I tell him “all done, go drink water”. He does it, and then hops up into bed to be happy😂 and sleep. He gets restless without getting it out, and he knows working helps him feel better. Routine is key ❤️ Working dogs are rarely couch pets, even though he is pretty darn cute and likes a good snuggle on the couch. He’s too busy to want to be up there for long😂 His crate is his calm down place where he feels most comfortable to relax after a good workout. I often catch him in there sleeping upside down😆… anyways, Lexio says goodnight! 💖 #loveaustralianshepherds #doglife #australianshepherd #aussielove #dogtraining #workingdog

This is a groom we did recently, that was both extremely sad and happy. This boy is in a much better situation now with a fresh start ❤️ #DoodleGrooming #doggroominglife

Good morning! This is how we get out the morning crazies 😆💕 how do you do it? **A reminder to not have your dogs off leash unless you are completely confident in their recall** #dogslife #morningroutine #australianshepherd #goldenretriever #dalmatian

Maevis really really loves this crinkly cat tunnel we have 😂 it is definitely her favorite toy