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I know yall haven’t heard from us in awhile! We have been busy working pups and headed straight to UK for continuing edu...
19/01/2025

I know yall haven’t heard from us in awhile! We have been busy working pups and headed straight to UK for continuing education. We are always so happy to learn more!
We will be back on track soon with adorable pictures of your pups! 🫶

Anyone want to guess how old Winston is??He looks so amazing for his age!
31/12/2024

Anyone want to guess how old Winston is??
He looks so amazing for his age!

Merry Christmas!!! 🎄🎁 Our pups were so happy for Christmas photos. Peep on the last picture, you seriously won’t want to...
25/12/2024

Merry Christmas!!! 🎄🎁
Our pups were so happy for Christmas photos. Peep on the last picture, you seriously won’t want to miss it!!

Shout out to our recent new students! We’ve had the best crew 🫶🫶I’m honored we are trusted with them, especially during ...
25/12/2024

Shout out to our recent new students! We’ve had the best crew 🫶🫶
I’m honored we are trusted with them, especially during the holidays. 😊

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Welcome Katelynn! She’s our new kennel tech and training student. She’s ready to love on your pups!
11/12/2024

Welcome Katelynn! She’s our new kennel tech and training student.
She’s ready to love on your pups!

Here’s a new student for our Clarity & Freedom package that deserves a shout out! He’s basically a kangaroo that needs t...
07/12/2024

Here’s a new student for our Clarity & Freedom package that deserves a shout out!

He’s basically a kangaroo that needs to learn when to settle and when he can get his hops out. 🤣

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The Importance of Playtime for Your PupPlaytime isn’t just fun for your dog—it’s essential for their overall health and ...
01/12/2024

The Importance of Playtime for Your Pup

Playtime isn’t just fun for your dog—it’s essential for their overall health and happiness. Here’s why making time to play with your pup matters:

🐾 Physical Health

• Play helps your dog stay active, maintaining a healthy weight and reducing the risk of obesity-related issues like joint problems or diabetes.
• It improves cardiovascular health and strengthens muscles, keeping your pup fit and agile.

🐾 Mental Stimulation

• Dogs are intelligent creatures that thrive on mental challenges. Playtime exercises their brain, preventing boredom and destructive behaviors.
• Interactive games like fetch or puzzle toys help keep their minds sharp and engaged.

🐾 Emotional Well-Being

• Play strengthens the bond between you and your dog, building trust and companionship.
• It reduces stress and anxiety, giving your pup an outlet for their energy and emotions.

🐾 Social Skills

• Play with other dogs or humans helps your pup learn communication skills, boundaries, and appropriate behavior.
• It’s especially important for puppies, teaching them how to interact confidently with others.

🐾 Energy Release

• Regular play helps channel their natural energy into positive activities, preventing restless or destructive tendencies.

Ideas for Play:

• Fetch: Great for physical and mental stimulation.
• Tug-of-War: Builds strength and reinforces boundaries.
• Hide and Seek: Engages their natural hunting instincts.
• Interactive Toys: Keep them mentally challenged.

Investing time in play doesn’t just make your dog happy—it leads to a healthier, more balanced pup. Playtime is quality time, so grab a ball, a squeaky toy, or even just your playful energy, and enjoy every wagging tail moment!

Charlie (6months old) graduated from our Essentials program! From chasing him down for kenneling to him now CHOOSING to ...
01/12/2024

Charlie (6months old) graduated from our Essentials program!
From chasing him down for kenneling to him now CHOOSING to relax in there! He’s come a long way.

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🎄 ✨ It’s beginning to look a little like Christmas ✨🎄
30/11/2024

🎄 ✨ It’s beginning to look a little like Christmas ✨🎄

Did you know we offer $10 nail trims to our boarding pups? 🐾 ♥️ Drop in for a stay and get pampered today! 💅🏼
29/11/2024

Did you know we offer $10 nail trims to our boarding pups? 🐾 ♥️

Drop in for a stay and get pampered today! 💅🏼

🍂 🐾 Happy Thanksgiving from Penny, Rux, Lyla, Paisley, Lilly, Rusty & the rest of us at Sound Mind K9! 🐾 🍂
28/11/2024

🍂 🐾 Happy Thanksgiving from Penny, Rux, Lyla, Paisley, Lilly, Rusty & the rest of us at Sound Mind K9! 🐾 🍂

Dogs love sticks for several reasons—part instinct, part fun, and part practicality! Here’s why “stick is life” for dogs...
27/11/2024

Dogs love sticks for several reasons—part instinct, part fun, and part practicality! Here’s why “stick is life” for dogs:
1. Natural Instinct: Sticks resemble bones, which dogs are hardwired to chew on for both entertainment and survival instincts. The texture and shape of a stick make it irresistible.
2. Chewing Pleasure: Chewing on sticks satisfies a dog’s need to gnaw, which helps them relieve stress, clean their teeth, and release pent-up energy.
3. Interactive Fun: Sticks are everywhere, making them the ultimate natural toy. They’re perfect for games like fetch, which combines chasing, grabbing, and bonding with their favorite humans.
4. Exploration: Dogs experience the world through their mouths. Picking up a stick allows them to explore its texture, weight, and even taste, keeping their curious minds engaged.
5. Pack Mentality: Carrying a stick might make a dog feel proud, like they’ve “conquered” a trophy to bring back to their pack (you!).

For dogs, sticks aren’t just toys—they’re treasure, adventure, and joy all rolled into one. Truly, “stick is life!”

Welcome new student, Paisley!
26/11/2024

Welcome new student, Paisley!

Training your dog isn’t just about commands—it’s about building trust and understanding through consistent actions. Dogs...
26/11/2024

Training your dog isn’t just about commands—it’s about building trust and understanding through consistent actions.

Dogs thrive when they know what to expect, and consistency helps reinforce good behavior and discourage unwanted habits.

By staying consistent, you set your dog up for success, deepen your bond, and ensure a happy, well-behaved companion.

Remember: patience, positivity, and practice are the foundation of effective training!

Say hello! This is Maggie, she’s one of our in-home training pups. Maggie needed to learn leash boundaries and how to av...
24/11/2024

Say hello!
This is Maggie, she’s one of our in-home training pups. Maggie needed to learn leash boundaries and how to avoid resource guarding against her sister!

Fulfilling your dog’s true genetic needs and building a strong relationship are key to reducing problem behaviors. Every...
23/11/2024

Fulfilling your dog’s true genetic needs and building a strong relationship are key to reducing problem behaviors.
Every breed has instincts and drives—whether it’s herding, retrieving, or guarding.

Meeting these needs through activities and purposeful play not only keeps your pup happy but also strengthens your bond and minimizes unwanted behaviors.

Help us welcome Charlie!
22/11/2024

Help us welcome Charlie!

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Tuesday 08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 18:00
Thursday 08:00 - 18:00
Friday 08:00 - 18:00
Saturday 08:00 - 18:00
Sunday 14:00 - 15:00

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Lily, one of our frequent boarders, checking out the geese! 🐾 🪿

Mondays are RUFF, but Rux is trying to stay PAWS-itive! 🗓️ 🐶 ❤️

Some days you’re the dog. Other days you’re the hydrant. 🤣

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Merry Unbirthday to you!
Merry Unbirthday to you!

We’ve got some wonderful things planned! 😉 Check us out! Located in Weatherford, Tx Www.soundmindk9.com

We have two deaf pups boarding and about six that occasionally identify as such 🤣

Practicing downs and place in public. These pups did so awesome. 😍 🐶

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My Experience

I did a lot of volunteer work at rescues and shelters by caring for the animals and training the dogs. I loved it so much that I opened my own 501c3 rescue called Eager Tails Dog Rescue. Any dog that was surrendered to my rescue went through my training program before being eligible for adoption. I would even pull dogs from the shelters that were on the euthanasia list as I was their final chance. This created remarkable success for the dogs in their new homes. Sadly, life became busy with work and the arrival of our new baby. Due to this, I discontinued the rescue. I felt broken about it as time went on. In the meantime, I got my best friend Enzo, the handsome Belgian Malinois in the photo. The dog behind our logo. We constantly trained in obedience and bite work. He was my pride and joy; my buddy. Suddenly, he fell sick at the young age of six months on my birthday. After x-rays, exploratory surgery, and blood tests, we found out he had parvo, despite having ALL his shots and he lost his battle. He is the reason I chose to do dog training full time. Everything I do will be in his memory.