Helping Hounds Training Solutions

06/18/2024

One of the things a young puppy should learn is Impulse Control

In this case, impulse control with the ability to settle when not being able to do what they want.

Puppies shouldn't always have "something to do", nor should they be mentally stimulated every waking moment of the day. They need to learn to relax, too.

This can apply to situations like:
-waiting in the vet's office to be seen
-standing waiting to cross the street
-standing and chit-chatting with the neighbors
..and more!

Let your puppy learn to relax their brain just as much as you get them to use their brain!

Not sure? Ask us how! Shoot us an email:
[email protected]

04/03/2024

So much cuteness heading our way available to meet you Saturday, April 13th. You must have a fully processed application to meet them.

Please share and help us send them home.

New dogs arriving from Texas and Mississippi available for adoption Saturday, April 13th at Helping Hounds Dog Rescue.

02/29/2024

What's one thing that a very high percentage of dog owners struggle with?

Their dog not listening?
Their dog being wildly anxious?
Their dog pulling on a leash?
Leash Reactivity?

Well, those and more are valid behavioral concerns, but what if I told you that a lack of impulse control was at the root of most behavioral concerns? Your dog just acting without really giving much other thought?

We teach your dog how to think when they want to just act. We teach them how to look to you, rather than the thing they want. From there, they will be much more successful at learning the outcomes for their choices--whatever behavior you're trying to address.

Do you want your dog to have better manners? Let's help you start with impulse control, and go from there. Send us an email to get started! [email protected]

02/14/2024

At the beginning of last night's class, these dogs didn't know what the place command was. But by the end of the class, they were perfectly plopped on their beds, next to other dogs, with their owners hanging out on the other side of the room 🤯

Would you like your dog to learn this handy command?
Or have some leash manners?
Orrrrr...perhaps some impulse control?

Reach out!
[email protected]

02/13/2024

TRAINING TIP TUESDAY:

𝔻𝕠𝕘𝕤 𝕕𝕠 𝕖𝕩𝕒𝕔𝕥𝕝𝕪 𝕨𝕙𝕒𝕥 𝕥𝕙𝕖𝕪'𝕣𝕖 𝕥𝕒𝕦𝕘𝕙𝕥.

If your dog is still doing the “bad” thing, then he has learned through inconsistencies (or lack of clarity/understanding) that the behavior he’s doing is worth it. They’ll just keep doing the behaviors that feel good and work…even if you don’t like it.


➡️Try to figure out the situation/place/time that these behaviors persist and address it with unwavering consistency.
❓️ Is it when you’re not looking/preoccupied?
❓️Is it whenever you’re out in public?
❓️Is it when you’re living day-to-day life and not in a “training session”?

Your method of addressing the issue might be a factor too…consider alternative techniques as well--not only in terms of methods, but in terms of nutrition, play and exercise too!

02/01/2024

Don't let your dog's leash manners (or lack thereof) put your safety in danger!

People get their shoulders torn, fall on the ice, break bones, or get dragged down by their dogs when out for what's supposed to be a nice walk 😨😱

When we get dogs to walk nicely on the leash, it's as if we've clearly explained the rules in a way they FINALLY understand...and as you can see, they dogs are happy! Similar to how you enjoy playing a game--the rules are what gets you to play better, thus getting to the point where you both can enjoy the walk!

Contact us today, [email protected] to get your dog's leash manners under control before the nice weather comes--so then you can have all summer to enjoy wonderful walks! 🐾

02/01/2024

📣🐕‍🦺🐾Back by popular demand--our Stress Management & Anxiety Seminar! 📣🐕‍🦺🐾

It is incredibly baffling and heartbreaking to bare witness to the significant increase of anxious dogs recently. Breeds that were known to be fearless protectors are now anxious to be left alone. The new 4-legged family members that are being brought home (whether as puppies or adults) are beginning to be harder to manage.

Does your dog have anxious behaviors?
Does your dog break out of the crate?
Have you had neighbors mention/complain of your dog barking when you're gone?
Does your dog panic easily?

Let us help!

Sign up today for our upcoming Stress Management & Anxiety Seminar
📆DATE: Saturday February 10th
🕚TIME: 11:00am - 1:00pm
📍LOCATION: Helping Hounds Dog Rescue (In the community room)
🔗SIGN UP: https://helpinghoundsdogrescuetraining.as.me/schedule/52bc1fb8/appointment/44511186/calendar/7741989?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=44511186

01/31/2024

01/31/2024

🐾🐕 our Novice class is rapidly growing in popularity, and for good reason!

This is the first class for these dogs. They are learning loose leash skills, and etiquette. They are learning to stay next to their owners, and ignore other unfamiliar dogs in close proximity--and they did absolutely phenomenal! We are so excited to see these guys progression throughout the next few weeks.

Something we focus on in these classes (aside from the actual training conceprs of course) is how people reward their dogs' behavior. It's so easy to just pop a treat and continue on, but we want the dogs to truly feel good about their choices. So, turn the idea of rewarding/prasiing into an event after they've completed a job well done--especially in situations that are new and unfamiliar.

Want more info on how we can help? Visit: www.helpinghoundsdogrescue.org/training or shoot us an email: [email protected]

08/10/2022

🤯‼️Please excuse the scheduling fluctuations, and the intermittent hiccups and delayed replies...we are joining a TEAM!!!‼️🤯

✅️A team with the same philosophies and end goal in mind: to Help People With Their Dogs, and Help Dogs With Their People...even the dogs who don't yet have their people.

🐾A team that will give me the opportunity to not only grow professionally, but to also be a part of something bigger than myself.

✅️A team that convinces me each day of how much of an opportunity this is...A team that's just as excited as I am to be there.

I've hit a glass ceiling the past year. Where I'd want to grow some how, some way, but with me being the only one running the show (and the shop), it felt almost hopeless.. until now.

C3 K9 clients are warmly welcomed to the open arms (and gorgeous facility) that is Helping Hounds Dog Rescue. Any current clients that are scheduled (whether it's for one of your last sessions, or awaiting your already scheduled K9 Crash Course), please join me in my transition!

The shop is closing so we can spread our wings. It's been one of the biggest milestones in my life, and I've done tremendous growing there..both as a professional and as a person. I made it my own, and it was something I was proud of.

So as mentioned, please bare with me through the little rifts and shifts as I get integrated with this amazing organization, and develop the training department! There's a lot to do, and I appreciate the overwhelming amounts of support I've gotten already, and hopefully continue to receive!

08/07/2022

Remi the circus clown 🥰🤩

08/06/2022

Remi is one of those extraordinary dogs I have been blessed with the privilege of not only training, but also becoming very close with his owners. We got together 4 years ago and I am grateful to still be his #1 go to when his dad needs him to be looked after. I miss his momma dearly, as she was just as wonderful, but I know Remi makes her smile each day with his funny clown-like antics.

They did the work needed to have a Belgian malinois as a pet...and what a job they did. 🥺❤️

08/04/2022

There's some exciting and pretty intense news coming soon!! 🤩🤩🤩 this is gonna be a game changer in the best way possible! Keep your eyes peeled 👀🥰

08/02/2022

I mean...

So very true!

07/25/2022

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07/16/2022

When I wake up to heartfelt messages like this, even after it's been a while, it makes me happy cry 🥲 thank you all who have been wonderful clients, supportive during times when it gets hectic as a one-person operation, and who put in the work to get the results they want.

"I am so very thankful for you and the time you put into Niko for us. Giovanni has been crawling for about two weeks now and is getting into everything. I was letting Niko into the house this morning from going to the bathroom and he listened to every command with no issue. It has been such a life saver, especially at this point of our lives. So... thank you SO much for everything you have done for our family. It definitely doesn't go unnoticed. Had Niko not listened this morning, Giovanni would've been trampled and hurt. We appreciate everything you have done for us❤️"

07/15/2022

You guys...I just...I can't. Look at this face!!

I love my job and my clients🥰

07/04/2022

I hope everyone and their pups have a safe and happy 4th!!! 🤩❤️🥰🎉

07/01/2022

Some of the happy faces during our in home lessons today! (I forgot to snap a pic of our Tibetian Mastiff mix Matous!!)

These guys are doing so good 🥰

07/01/2022

When it's summer time and we have dogs dropping in for the day, we let loose a little bit! Drop-in Day Training is for dogs that have already went through training, but their owners just want (or need) me to take them for the day. Yesterday the assignment for all these guys was just "get them tired", and I think I accomplished that mission 🤭

And a big warm fuzzy welcome to a big warm fuzzy St. Bernard named Dexter Morgan ("Dexter" for short). He dragged his owner on leash across the yard to take a snap at the neighbor!!!! 😱 He's been making leaps and bounds of progress since his K9 Crash Course, so the future for this big lug is bright 🥰

06/30/2022

Small PAWS class this week but these folks got lots of one on one help, and we snapped some cute pics too!

06/24/2022

Nellie sometimes goes to the couch instead of her place bed and apparently this is how she always does it. I need to share a video of how she backs up to place because it's absolutely adorably hilarious

06/18/2022

I wanted to share some heart warming news from a client who just went through a k9 crash course with her dog. Her miniature poodle has caused some pretty significant physical and emotional damage to his owners, and their previous trainer gave little to no help on the issue. I was so happy to read this 🥰

Our K9 Crash Course is a unique way to get real gainful, actionable help with your dog without making a huge commitment to some big training program right off the bat. It's a 2-3 hour block of time where we talk about what's going on, educate dog owners on how to get the results they want, and follow up with demonstrating the techniques that will help them help their dog. Backed with a training folder for you to refer to so you're not racking your brain trying to remember everything we spoke about.

If you're dealing with some less-than-desirable behaviors with your dog, set up a K9 Crash Course with us first. Get the help you need, unlike the other folks who offer a "free consultation" just to end up telling you your dog needs training anyway.

06/16/2022

Quick snaps of the puppers today 🥰

06/06/2022

Lina, Shadow and Laska...half sisters from the same father, that coincidentally ended up coming in for the same week of Day Training!

All we need is Cinda and Gracie and we will have a family portrait lol

05/14/2022

Our PAWS classes are gonna start taking it outside!

This upcoming Wednesday we will still be at the shop as usual, but the following will be at Onondaga Lake Park by the dog park on Cold Springs Rd (rt. 370)

05/14/2022

Working the pups at the park on the gorgeous day

05/06/2022

How many likes can we get for Willow getting her Canine Good Citizen today?! 🥰🥳 congrats to this wonderful team!!