The kind that feels overwhelming in the moment but builds the life Iโve been working toward. These are the days that turn dreams into reality.
๐Right now, Iโm juggling:
โข Helping Zoey transition to sleeping through the night ๐ด (even with an ear infection and now a coldโpoor baby ๐ข).
โข Navigating the craziness of the holidays ๐ while soaking up special moments. โจ
โข Showing up here more to connect with you and share whatโs going on behind the scenes. ๐ป๐ค
โข Spending extra time with my board-and-train dog ๐พ, seeing those โlightbulb momentsโ come to life. ๐กI want to deliver the best. ๐
โข Late-night study sessions for my first big test soon! ๐๐ช
โข Staying grounded in my recovery and truly enjoying this extra time with Zane while heโs on break. ๐งก๐ฆ
โฟ Life is full, and some days feel heavier than others, but I remind myself that every step I take is moving me closer to my goals. Iโm building something meaningfulโfor myself, my family, and the people (and dogs!) I serve.
โค๏ธTo all my fellow humans out there juggling life, work, and growth: weโre stronger than we think. ๐ These are the moments that shape us and our dreams. Weโve got this!
๐๐ฌ Whatโs one thing youโre proud of accomplishing this week? Letโs celebrate the little wins together!
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๐ Got a new puppy or dog for the holidays? Or maybe youโre living with a high-anxiety old-timer? ๐พ
Save this or screenshot as you go ๐ธ โ these simple tricks can make a BIG difference! Try applying just one tip a week and watch the transformation unfold. ๐กโจ
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Do you have any pictures of your dog?
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๐พ 5 Tips to Help Set Your Dog Up for Recall Success 1๏ธโฃ Practice the Name Game:Start by building value in your dogโs name. Call their name, and as soon as they look at you, mark with โyes!โ and reward when they get to you. ๐ The faster they respond, the more rewards they getโ1-2-3 YUM! ๐ฆด Watch your dog learn that coming to you is always worth it. 2๏ธโฃ Train with Joy:The secret to an amazing recall? A strong history of your dog loving to come back to you! If youโre asking them to leave something valuable behind, reward them with excitement and joy every single time. โจ The environment is rewarding, so you need to be even more rewarding! ๐โค๏ธ3๏ธโฃ Use a Long Line:Keep your dog on a long leash (far longer than you think you need it). Allowing them to ignore your safety recall is dangerous. ๐ The leash lets you support them and ensures they succeed in coming back to you. 4๏ธโฃ Choose a New Word if Needed:If your recall word (e.g., "come") has been ignored or overused, try a fresh start with a new cue like โhereโ๐ฃ๏ธ A clean slate can make all the difference in your training. 5๏ธโฃ Frustration Has No Place Here:No matter how long it takes for your dog to return, ALWAYS reward them when they do. ๐ Showing frustration or anger teaches them that coming back might be scary, which defeats the purpose. Remember: dogs do their best with the training theyโve had in the environment theyโre in. ๐ If needed, practice in a calmer setting and use higher-value reinforcements. ๐๐ก Ready to transform your recall? . Share your progress or questions in the comments! ๐โจ #dogtrainingismypassion #trainingdogsforlife #trainingdogs #positivereinforcementdogtraining #cookiepusher #dogtrainingtips #dogtraining101
๐ Variety is the spice of life, isnโt it? ๐
The same goes for your dog! ๐พ๐ถ
Simple changes in their mealtime routine can provide a more enriching experience. Unlike us, our pups canโt head to a restaurant for a change of scenery, but we can easily bring variety to them at home! ๐ดโจ
Here are 4 easy ways to spice up their meal routines โ no extra time required!
1๏ธโฃ Muffin Pan Fun: ๐ง Place their food in a muffin pan and add toys or objects on top. Let them figure out how to navigate around the obstacles to reach their meal. Bonus: Freeze some treats in the holes for extra fun! โ๏ธ๐
2๏ธโฃ Food Toys or Puzzles: ๐งฉ Stuff their meal into a puzzle toy or treat ball! These are widely available in pet stores or online. (Check out Echo enjoying their treat ball in this video!) ๐๐พ
3๏ธโฃ Towel Roll-Up: ๐โ๐ฆบ Sprinkle food on an open towel, roll it up, and let your pup unravel it to find their meal. Itโs simple and so engaging! ๐
4๏ธโฃ Scavenger Hunt: ๐ Hide their bowl or several small bowls around the house. Walk them to the hiding spots the first few times, using a cue like โFind your food!โ ๐ฃ๏ธ Their nose will take over from there, and itโs so rewarding to watch! ๐๐พ
โ ๏ธ Tip: Keep your dogโs unique habits in mind and avoid items they might accidentally swallow.
๐ง Enrichment should never frustrate your dog! ๐พ
When introducing puzzle toys or scavenger hunts, take the time to show them how it works. ๐งฉ๐ Gradually guide them, offering encouragement and support as they learn.
As they get the hang of it, you can step back and let them try more independently, building their confidence along the way. ๐ช๐ถ
The goal is to make enrichment fun, engaging, and rewarding โ never overwhelming. ๐
๐ถ Tell me in the comments โ whatโs your dogโs favorite way to eat? ๐ฆด
Letโs make mealtime exciting for our pups! ๐
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Building Confidence & Trust
A dog and child can develop a beautiful bond through controlled, positive experiences.
โจ Keep sessions short.
โจ Focus on fun activities.
โจ Set them up for success every time.
While everyone needs to be involved in training, itโs beneficial for your dog to have one primary handler to teach cues. Once your dog is fluent, others can join in!
Children can always help with enrichment prep or feeding (depending on the dog). No matter what, ensure your dog has positive experiences with your child.
As parents, we are solely responsible for helping our children and dogs cultivate a healthy, respectful relationship.
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ECHOOO
All right, here we are kicking off Echoโs training overhaulโand I know busy families like yours will relate to this! This video is all about how I start with every dog I train.
๐คฉ No matter how chaotic life gets, the first step is simple but crucial: building your dogโs willingness to work and excitement about training. Think of it this wayโtraining time should feel like a fun break for both of you, not another stressful item on your to-do list.
๐ Using methods that focus on clarity and progressions makes a huge difference. Not only does it keep things efficient (because who has time to waste?), but it also helps you create a confident, eager-to-learn dog. And that kind of energy makes training sessions something your whole family can enjoy!
๐ I'm all about teaching our dogs how to make the choices we want by making those choices fun because no one deserves to be punished for making a mistake! Everyone, including our dogs, must make mistakes to learn, grow, and create resiliency. Be a cheerleader for your dog!
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๐ถโโ๏ธ๐พ ๐ถ๐Many people assume dogs naturally know how to walk on a leash, but it takes a little practice (just kidding, a lot ๐) to get it right! ๐ฆฎ Neptuneโs Mom has put in some serious work.
Starting early = setting up for success!
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Before Neptune finished his shots, we began working on loose leash walking inside the house. ๐ โจ Weโve been building lots of engagement and rewarding him for hanging out in the โpay zoneโ. This way, as he grows, this behavior will become his default walking mode! ๐๐
๐๐๐พ Short, Fun Training Sessions = Happy Pups! ๐๐ถ
By short and sweet to create joy and keep him coming back for more! ๐๐โ๐ฆบ These bite-sized bits of training help him stay excited and eager to learn. Plus, itโs a great way to build a strong bond! โค๏ธ
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