My K9s Mind

26/12/2025

Saint, Lucky, Blue and Oakley practice ’stay’ with pup mom. If your pup can hold a position like ‘sit’ or ‘down’ until you release them, it makes so many things easier such as grooming, answering the door, or carrying in a load of groceries. Let us know if you’re interested in this for your pup!

22/12/2025

Zippy is here to help wish everyone a Merry Christmas! He also has some holiday pet safety tips to keep in mind as we celebrate the next few days.
- If you have a real Christmas tree, keep the water in the stand covered so your animals can’t drink it.
- Holiday plants such as poinsettias and mistletoe can be dangerous if your pets chew on them.
- Put burning candles in places that are inaccessible to your pets and don’t let candles burn unattended.
- Keep all gifts that contain human food off the floor so that pets are not tempted by the smells.

17/12/2025

Scout stays put when guests arrive! It’s important for your dog to learn to stay while you are greeting guests. Learning to stay is for safety, comfort, and training: it prevents them from knocking people over, bolting outside, or overwhelming visitors. Let us know if you need help with this. We’re happy to assist!

12/12/2025

Saint practices ‘stay’ with pup mom! Learning the ‘stay’ command is important for your pup’s safety. It can help them to build impulse control when you gradually increase training duration, distance, and add distractions in a positive, reinforcing way. Let us know if you’re interested in this for your pup!

07/12/2025

Tucker and Zippy are here with a few cold weather tips. As the temperatures start to fall, it’s time to put some thought into preparing to give our pets a little extra care to stay warm and safe during winter and the holidays.
- Short-haired pets, especially small breeds, often benefit from a cozy jacket or sweater when venturing outdoors.
- Antifreeze is highly toxic to animals but often appealing due to its sweet taste. Keep it well out of reach, and promptly clean up any spills around vehicles.
- Space heaters, fireplaces, and other heating devices can be dangerous for pets. Supervise their use to avoid burns or other accidents and consider a pet-proof barrier if your pet is prone to getting too close.

02/12/2025

Mac practices ‘leave it’ with Holly! The ‘leave it’ command teaches your pup to ignore something you don’t want them to interact with, which can prevent them from ingesting dangerous items, getting into trouble, or even save their life. Practice makes perfect!

27/11/2025

Thanksgiving is a special holiday that brings together family and friends. It also can bring some hazards for your pet. Here are a few things to consider during the holidays:
- Fatty foods are hard for pets to digest.
- Poultry bones can damage your pet’s digestive tract.
- Holiday sweets can contain ingredients that are poisonous to pets.

24/11/2025

Pet photo sessions at Carmel Dog Shop through Wednesday!

Ronan is ready for his closeup! Our furend is offering photo sessions through Wednesday, November 26 at ! If you’re local to the area stop by with your pet for pawsome photos from 11a - 4:30p!

21/11/2025

Scout practices commands with Holly! Training your pup is important because it strengthens the bond between you and your pup, improves communication, and ensures the pup’s safety and well-being. Let us know if you are interested in this!

16/11/2025

Poppy practices going to her bed! Teaching your pup to go to their bed is important because it provides a designated, safe space and a way to manage your pup’s behavior, such as keeping them out of the way while you cook or preventing them from jumping on guests.
Need help with this? We’re here to assist!

12/11/2025

Harper is here to help us let all veterans know that we are thankful for your service to America on Veterans Day and always!