Horizon Dog Behavior

12/08/2025

was found playing dress up this morning in Opie’s therapy dog clothes! 😱

Did you know that therapy dogs are different than service dogs?

Therapy dogs are trained to bring smiles and joy to others at facilities such as hospitals, nursing homes and schools!

They do not have full public access rights which means, they should not be visiting grocery stores or flying on an airplane in the cabin, but they should have good public access skills since the facilities that invite them to visit are often highly distracting!

Opie has passed his test and became a member this past summer.

He has visited nursing homes and attended large events for kids. Soon he will be visiting hospitals since he recently became a volunteer!

If you are interested in training your dog as a therapy dog, you can learn more about our programs by visiting canine-cohesion.com!

12/07/2025

👅Licki mats are one of our favorite enrichment items especially for puppies and dogs who need time to decompress.

😋Licking is a calming behavior for many dogs and preparing licki mats is easy!

This is a great enrichment activity for children to prepare for their family dogs as well.

While food based enrichment should not replace other activities such as exercise, walks, and getting outside, adding it into your pup’s day can increase calm behavior and good welfare!

Follow along for more fun!

12/06/2025

12/05/2025

Day Five:

came to visit Pippa today!

🍂She discovered him sitting on the front porch playing in the leaves.

🥶Pooch says that it is important to get outside with your pup even as the weather starts to turn cold and dreary.

🐕Your pal is bundled up in their fur coat so they don’t mind! Put your boots and a warm coat on and take them on a hike, a sniffy walk or let them play in the leaves and have fun!!

12/04/2025

Day Four: Taking Care of Business

🚨 PSA from the Porcelain Throne! 🚨

Cocoa the PoochOnAPerch has a very important Public Service Announcement for us today, live from the porcelain throne - "WHEN DOODY CALLS, DON'T GET CAUGHT WITHOUT A BAG!" 🚽🎄💩

Being a responsible pet parent means being prepared for those inevitable 💩 deposits on your walks & adventures with your dog. We all know the drill. That look. That mid-walk squat. Responsibility means cleaning up after the deed is done & disposing of your pet's waste properly.

Luckily for Luna here, today's "deposit" from Cocoa was actually just a pile of suspiciously shaped mini hot dog treats... and, more good news, she says they were absolutely delicious.

Let's get through the "crappy" parts of dog ownership together this holiday season! 🎄💩 DM us your address & we'll mail you your very own Canine Cohesion waste bag holder, you'll never have to worry about a messy situation again.

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12/03/2025

🦴 Day Three: All I Want for Christmas is Treats 🦴

It's no secret that us humans eat A LOT during the holidays. Like A LOT. Christmas dinner with the family, cookie baking parties, holiday parties at the office - there's food at nearly every turn. And with that much food around, there's bound to be leftovers too!

Consider setting aside some dog-safe leftovers to make homemade treats for your pup this holiday season! Cocoa the made these crunchy frozen treats today - they include unseasoned turkey, green beans, corn, and a little whip cream too.

Unseasoned meats, carrots, celery, eggs, peas, apple slices (no core or seeds!), and unsweetened plain pumpkin are also great options for holiday treat making.

Cocoa's tip: Keep it plain and keep it safe! If you're not sure if a food is dog safe, ask your vet before feeding first! 🧑‍🍳

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12/02/2025

🎄 Day Two: Shredding Through The Halls 🎄

Today, our PoochOnAPerch Cocoa surprised Luna with a new toy under the tree! And Luna immediately expressed her gratitude by "making it snow" in return! ❄️ 🤪

Swipe to see the snowy blizzard take over 👉

While it looks like pure chaos, the act of shredding toys is actually super healthy and enriching for our pups! It's not about being naughty; it's about being a DOG! 🐕

🐺 Shredding fulfills your dog's natural instincts:
The act of shaking, tearing, and dissecting a soft toy (especially a squeaky one) mimics the final stages of a hunt: the "grab, shake, tear, and dissect" sequence. For breeds with a high prey drive (like terriers, retrievers, etc.), this gives them a safe and appropriate outlet for that deeply rooted natural instinct.

🧠 Shredding enhances problem-solving skills:
Figuring out how to tear apart a toy, find a squeaker, or pull out stuffing is a form of mental enrichment. It challenges our dogs' brain and provides a sense of accomplishment—like completing a puzzle.

😌 Shredding can relieve stress and anxiety:
For many dogs, the rhythmic, focused action of shredding is a powerful way to relieve stress, frustration, and anxiety. It's similar to how some people might use a stress ball or engage in a physical activity to decompress after a stressful day at work.

⚠️ Safety reminder: supervise the shredding! Always watch your pup during shred time, especially if they are prone to eating the pieces. Stuffing and squeakers can be a major choking or blockage hazard!

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12/01/2025

Day One: Special Delivery

The truck brought more than just packages to today! 📦

Our very own Canine Cohesion just arrived straight from the North Pole ❄️ Think - but for your favorite four legged friend 🐾

Luna just helped unbox our very special Christmas friend & we can't wait to see all the fun our PoochOnThePerch will have this holiday season. Rumor has it she has quite the roadtrip planned between our and branches to spread ALL the holiday cheer! ✨

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11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving!♥️🐕🐈‍⬛

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from our Canine Cohesion family to yours!

Give your pups some treats for us 😊

11/23/2025

We enjoyed meeting everyone at the .art99 pop up event yesterday!

If you are looking for a sweet pup to add to your home, Leonardo and Precious are both wonderful! You can find them at the Oconee Humane Society!

11/21/2025

🐾We will be at the SK Art Pop Up Market @ Westside Market Greenville on Saturday, November 22nd from 11am - 3pm!

Pet Portraits available from local artist, Sarah Kern - Owner of SK Art. The event will be raising money to benefit the Oconee Humane Society who will also be there with adoptable dogs.

Other fun vendors will be there with us! Come by and say hello!

Address: Westside Market Greenville
3510 Augusta Rd, Greenville, SC 29605
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