Balanced Dog Training

27/09/2025

Mac working daily on his Down-Stay and Place-Stay. We have been progressing separately on distance and duration and some distraction. He is doing very well! He’s even begun falling asleep on Place!

25/09/2025

Mac hilariously unsure of a new chew treat I got for his puppy chompers. I believe he was part alarmed and part excited. Once I removed it and settled him again, I appropriately, to his standards, introduced him to it and he began chomping away. 😆😆😆

24/09/2025

Important pet updates on county Laws! For all the retractable leash users; 8ft is the MAXIMUM you are allowed!

🐾 Attention Charleston Pet Owners! 🐾

The City of Charleston has updated several animal control ordinances to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of our furry friends. Key highlights include:

Adequate Care: New definitions for food, water, shelter, and overall care for outdoor pets.

Leash Law Update: Maximum leash length reduced to 8 feet—yes, retractable leashes count!

Livestock & Poultry: Permits are now clearly required for ownership within the city, and roosters are prohibited.

Microchipping & ID: Dogs and cats over 4 months must be microchipped—or wear a tag with current owner info.

Tethering Rules: Puppies under 12 months, females in heat, and nighttime tethering are prohibited; strict guidelines for weight and length apply.

Vehicle Safety: Pets left in vehicles must be monitored carefully in temperatures above 75°F.

Animal Rescues: Must register with Animal Control, maintain proper records, and follow intake rules for strays.

📌 Pet owners, please review these changes to stay compliant and keep your animals safe!

Updated Ordinances: https://library.municode.com/sc/charleston/ordinances/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=1375260

22/09/2025

Mac learning the Down command! Keeping it easy inside with no distractions. Soon with be working in different locations and outside.

20/09/2025

Working on the Place command with Mac. I have been using his kibble to pattern getting on the bed then laying and then holding for a short duration. Each is its own step while introducing command and during this learning process it’s positive and motivating for him. Every session he brings a new energy! 😆 Sometimes it’s playful, or energetic or lazy or focused. Sometimes a combination. This learning process is different for each individual dog and what works best to set them up for success! Mac is doing well and enjoying the process! You can see he is still getting used to the leash while doing things and finds it fun. At the moment I ignore his antics as this will cause more distraction shifting focus and at the moment it isn’t getting in the way of him learning.

19/09/2025

Let’s give a warm welcome to this adorable little boy! Mac is 4 months old and has joined me for a Basic Obedience program with some puppy training. This boy is energetic, curious and playful, so we will be having some fun! Stay tuned for updates. I have a feeling there will be plenty with this pretty fluff ball! 😁

12/09/2025

TGIF!!!!! Celebrating the end of this week and ready for some R&R. Maybe a little bit of fun with the crew this weekend. ☺️

07/09/2025

It was a muggy morning but these pups enjoyed their structured Walks. Cauli has more of a sedate separate stroll. She may be old but it’s even more important she stretches her legs daily! Keep those muscles strong. ☺️

07/09/2025

It was a muggy morning but these pups enjoyed their structured Walks. Cauli has more of a sedate separate stroll. She may be old but it’s even more important she stretches her legs daily! Keep those muscles strong. ☺️

05/09/2025

Happy Friday! We are getting a jump on the sleeping in that most people do on the weekends. 😜