Fit Houndz Canine Training

17/02/2021

Some good information to consider when your thinking of adding a new furry friend to your home.

A thorough answer to this question is too complicated for any one article, but it’s a common and important one. Actually, the question I am usually asked is this: “What breed of dog should we get?” The quick answer is simple: “It’s not about the breed.” Well, but, of course it is in some...

09/12/2020

Are you looking for a unique gift for someone special? A quality made in the USA leather leash or limited edition pink Klimb could be the perfect gift! Limited quantities of each available. PM me if you are interested in placing an order. (Klimbs are local delivery in the Orlando area only)

09/12/2020

Is a red Klimb from Blue 9 Pet Products on your pups Christmas list? They go on sale on Friday and I will be placing an order. These will be a limited edition so PM me if you want to reserve one for your special pup. (local delivery in the Orlando area only)

26/11/2020

We are wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours. We are so very thankful for all of our amazing clients!

21/11/2020

As we prepare for Thanksgiving week make sure you keep your furry friend safe from harmful foods.

30/10/2020

Stuffed toys are a great way to entertain your dog, especially on Halloween night when they may need to be crated or placed in a safe room to keep them from running out the door while kids are Trick r’ treating. Here are some cute ideas on how you can bring a little Halloween fun to your dog this Saturday! 👻 🎃

26/08/2020

Happy National Dog Day from our family to yours!! Show us some some of the pups that you are celebrating.

31/07/2020

Hi all, here is a quote from one of our former IACP Presidents, Tyler Muto of K9 Connection.

He explains; "It is important to remember that we are the humans, we have asked the dog to live in an artificial human world, which they don’t understand. We are here to lead the dog through that world. This is not a choice, but an obligation. If we want her to learn to listen to us, we must first listen to her. If we want her to respect us, we must first show her respect."

16/07/2020

Do have a child or know one who is interested in dog training? Check out these fun activities by Penn Vet Working Dog Center!!

24/06/2020

Do you trust your vet to do surgery on your dog?

Do you trust your vet to prescribe meds for your dog?

Do you trust your vet to guide you and to provide the best for the physical and mental health of your dog?

Yes, yes, yes! Then when your pet is due for a visit or has a budding issue, you need to get an appointment made and be willing to trust them to take your dog into the hospital while you wait in the car.

Oh my gosh, I know how hard that is. But you are putting your trust in them in so many different ways. Trust them here too!

I want you to imagine the possibilities of what could happen if you don’t.

How much more expensive will it be to treat that medical problem once it has progressed?

How much will your pet suffer due to your lack of trust?

And how will you feel, when you find out your veterinary office had to close because you would not put your trust in them. Do you want to loose the privilege of having them as an option?

Put your trust in your Veterinary Office

18/06/2020

Cookie stretches are a great way to keep you dog comfortable and flexible through their spine. Interested in getting a Klimb to help your training? I have several available for purchase in the Orlando area. Contact me for more details.

Indoor Fitness Exercises with the KLIMB: Learn to use the KLIMB to teach your dog cookie stretches and increase their flexibility. Purchase your KLIMB at www...

15/04/2020

Trainer Tip Tuesday! 🐾

A lot of dogs get freaked out by people wearing strange things on their face or head. If your dog is nervous then help them cope.

- Put mask on and feed them a treat
- Slowly increase the time wearing it, let your dog see you put it on and take it off

Help them cope as they are helping you cope!

11/04/2020

Happy National Pet Day!! Let me see all your awesome pets in the comments below.

06/04/2020

05/04/2020

During these days of stay at home orders and social distancing, use some time to build a better bond with your canine friend.

If your spending more time at home due to COVID-19, make it count by bonding with your dog. Here are some simple ways to strengthen your relationship.

30/03/2020

How can puppies receive proper socialization during this time of almost complete social isolation?

23/03/2020

Happy National Puppy Day! Let’s see some cute puppy pictures of your doggo in the comments below.

13/03/2020

Today is National K9 Veterans Day 🇺🇸🐕Thank you to all the hard working K9s and their partners who keep us safe!

07/03/2020

Friendly reminder: Don’t forget to set your clocks forward 1 hour tonight as we spring ahead for daylight savings time.

03/03/2020

Are you looking for a new harness for your dog? I absolutely love the Blue-9 Balance Harness. Check out the article from Business Insider to find out why it's been rated #1 three years in a row from Whole Dog Journal. Interested in getting one? Contact me to purchase one and set up a lesson to get it fitted.

Not all dog harnesses are created equal. If you struggle with leash-pulling, the Balance no-pull harness can transform your walks.

28/02/2020

Today we are exploring Global Pet Expo in Orlando, FL. With 1000s of booths, it’s one of the largest expos for vendors in the pet industry. What products would you like us to have available for you?

24/02/2020

Have a good week and “Attack each day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind” - Jim Harbaugh

23/02/2020

Hooray for National Dog Biscuit Day! Treat your special doggo to a tasty treat or try making this simple recipe from puppy leaks.

Looking for a simple dog treat recipe? Check out these quick & easy peanut butter dog treats. You just need flour, peanut butter & a couple of eggs to make these yummy homemade dog treats.

22/02/2020

Today is National Walk Your Dog Day. Taking your dog for a walk provides both physical exercise for them and mental enrichment by using their nose to smell on their walk. A bonus is that you also reap numerous health benefits from the walk too! Let’s see pictures of you walking your dog.

21/02/2020

What fun things do you have planned to do with your dog this weekend?

20/02/2020

Happy National Love Your Pet Day, although everyday is love your pet day for us! Let’s see some pics of the pets you ❤️!

20/02/2020

Puzzle toys, like the West Paw Toppl, featured below are a great way to add some mental enrichment into your dogs day. Check out this weeks recipe that my two dogs got to enjoy.

- carrots cut up and placed in the bottom.
- Add some canned pumpkin
- Then some yogurt (no sugar added)
- Top with peanut butter (be sure your
peanut butter does not contain added
sugars or xylitol as xylitol is highly toxic to
dogs)
- Add in a few long carrot sticks and serve
- If your dog loves puzzle toys try freezing
this recipe in the toy for added fun.

We hope you enjoy! What are some of your dogs favorite things to enjoy in a puzzle toy?

19/02/2020

Fun Fact: Dogs have a sense of time. It’s been proven that they know the difference between a hour or five. This can be why they know when to expect you home from work, when it’s dinner time and walk time.

18/02/2020

Training tip Tuesday: Do you struggle with getting your dog to come when called? Try these 3 tips to start building a better recall.

1. Use treats your dog finds highly valuable and reward them for coming every time you call them.
2. Build value for coming when called by starting in a low distraction environment where it is easy for your dog to respond and practice recalling your dog from short distances (like only a few feet away).
3. Stay consistent with your training and success will come. Work at the speed of your dog and only increase difficulty when they are consistently being successful.

Still having trouble? Contact me for a private session for more fun games to work on this important behavior.

28/01/2020

Excellent diagram from Flyndog Sports on puppy potty training.

Love this from Flyndog Sports

10/01/2020

Check out these tip to help your dog have a good trip to the vet.

January is National Train Your Dog Month. Not all pets enjoy a trip to the veterinarian. Learn how you can help you dog enjoy his next veterinary visit. https://trainyourdogmonth.com/tips/lovevet/

08/01/2020

January is APDT's National Train Your Dog Month! Learn more about the 25 uses for training your dog to wait/stay. trainyourdogmonth.com/tips/20UsesWaitStay/

07/01/2020

Crate training is a great idea for dog owners of all ages. Crates are useful tools for puppies, safe havens for senior dogs, and lifesavers for emergencies.

03/01/2020

Did you get a new puppy for Christmas and now your not sure what do next? Contact me to learn more about my 6 week, private puppy training package to get you and your pup off to a good start.

03/01/2020

January is National Train Your Dog month. Follow along as I post different tips and tricks throughout the month on training with you furry friend. I'd love to see pictures of your training partner and leave comments below on what you are working on.

January is APDT's National Train Your Dog Month! Teaching your dog to sit is a vital skill. Learn more about the 25 uses for teaching your dog to sit. http://trainyourdogmonth.com/tips/25UsesSit/

31/12/2019

It was such a joy training this little cutie named Gizmo today. This is his second week of puppy training and he is doing great! I can’t wait to see how he progresses. ❤️❤️❤️

25/12/2019

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas for our family to yours!! 🎄❤️🎄❤️🎄

20/12/2019

In the hustle and bustle of the season take a few minutes to help Fido enjoy the holidays too!

Animal lovers find great joy including their animals in as many holiday celebrations as possible. As Christmas and New Year's approaches, it’s time for a reminder of how these holiday activities can be stressful for household pets. To understand more about the holiday stresses pets experience, and...

20/12/2019

These are just a few reasons why I love the Klimb. The are such a great, versatile training tool. Set your dog up for success by adding one to your training package. Just contact me to learn how.

Why invest in the KLIMB?! We can think of a few reasons...

09/12/2019

If you are thinking of getting a new puppy this season, check out this awesome article about what to focus on first week you bring them home, https://www.clickertraining.com/new-puppy. Then don't forget to schedule some personal training sessions with me so I can help set you and your puppy up for success!!