Instinct Dog Behavior & Training Nashville

27/08/2024

Want to set the foundation for your new best friend without doing all of the heavy lifting by yourself? Look no further!

19/08/2024

Uncle Baby Billy just arrived for his Board & Train Camp + Coaching. He is very thrilled as you can see.

19/08/2024

Broux wanted to wish you all a happy Monday!

12/08/2024

Between Puppy Camp, and Board & Train Camp and Coaching, we have a ton of cute puppies learning with Instinct.

08/08/2024

Cooper tried to pass off as a bunny with his cute little sniffer when he arrived for Camp. Give us a like if you can spot the difference!

06/08/2024

Did you know that you are doing the best you can with what you have? If you feel like you need some additional help with your dog, we are here for you!

02/08/2024

Fun fact Friday: Dogs have the ability to breathe in and out of their nose at the same time!

30/07/2024

Have you ever heard of the Name Game? Not only can it be the foundation for a great recall, but it is also a great way to create a positive association with you pup's name. All you have to do is say their name and feed them a treat! It’s that easy AND fun! Nala is three months old and learning all about her name while here at Camp with us.

25/07/2024

What type of enrichment do you provide your pup?

In the first photo, Winnie was given a treat-stuffed paper towel roll. While she did not like shredding it (the most common way pups like to play this game), she did enjoy carrying it around with her!

The second photo is Boo; he loves to sniff (sensory enrichment), so we took him on a sniffy walk.

The third photo is of Watson; he has a high prey drive and loves to catch (but often will ingest, so it is not an activity he often gets to play). We figured, why not let him play with dog-friendly bubbles -- he loved chasing and eating them.

*Note: When introducing enrichment, direct supervision is required to ensure the activity is safe for your pup.

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22/07/2024

Couch Potato time at Instinct Nashville! When booking for camp, you'll see under additional services where you can give your dog some extra snuggle time during their stay. If they are not snugglers, don't worry; they can still enjoy this service. We love spoiling your pups with enrichment, special toys, hangout time, relaxing music, or anything else they prefer.

19/07/2024

Ever tell your dog they are gorgeous, and they respond with an "aw shucks, but I already know" look? Ham Biscuit already knew, but we told him anyway.

19/07/2024

We had the pleasure of working with Grant, from Big Fluffy Dog Rescue recently. They wanted to set him up for success and send him to camp to help with additional training. Grant was a bit mouthy, especially when taking treats, so we started at the point at which he was successful. He was a kangaroo-of-a-dog, so we also worked on his downs. I mean, who doesn't love working for treats? Amongst learning other skills and behaviors, he loved romping around in the pool and hanging out with staff on the couch. We are happy to report that he was adopted!

18/07/2024

Did you know that a garden hose can become extremely warm during the summer? This can cause burns to animals. Let it cool before filling your dog's pool or using a splash pad or sprinklers.

Penny loves water, especially on warm days so she can cool off during the day.

12/07/2024

Getting your dog out in the summer is challenging with this heat. Dogs need time to adjust to the heat, just like humans do! Below are four tips to help beat the heat AND keep them safe.

1. Add more fresh water bowls around the yard/patio. Buy a kiddie pool - Toss in different objects to help engage them: toys, treats, sticks, and leaves.

2. Early morning Sniffari. Sniffing combines physical and mental work for dogs and promotes calmness.

3. Pupsicles provide a delicious and cold snack for your dog.

4. Ensure your dog has shade; use tents or umbrellas in the yard; keep the blinds closed in the house. On walks, toss treats under trees to help cool them down.

07/04/2024

Sometimes behavior can be explained by one or more of these reasons. We must always consider the “why” before deciding the “how” on how to approach or address the behaviors 🧐

04/04/2024

A quick appreciation post for our team! Our staff truly go above and beyond to ensure these dogs have the best time while in our care - thank you Team Instinct Nashville for all that you do! ❤️

03/04/2024

WOW! 🤩 Please help us give our facility team a round of applause for this 5 star review. Annie is such a sweet girl, we are already looking forward to having her again 🥰

02/04/2024

Interested in working with dogs? Looking for ways to gain experience in a competitive industry? Instinct Nashville is looking to add to our team and we want you to join! We pride ourselves in being apart of their training and/or boarding journey. Check out the link to read more and see if this is the right fit for you ☺️🐶

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