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Flexible Pet Solutions

Keep Calm & Snack On!

Flexible Pet Solutions offers behavior modification, training, pet sitting, service dog training, pack walks, pack 'chills', AKC Fit Dog classes & AKC Fit Dog Club activities, as well as cat behavior & training.

12/04/2023

Puppy socials are 1030-1130am Sundays at in Walnut Creek (California). We start with some focus exercises and body movements, and end with free play. Adding structure to socials is important to prevent puppies from engaging in play that's too rough. We also offer teen play after our 12-1pm class Sundays, so everyone has peers to socialize with (and role model dogs to smooth out any wrinkles!).

11/19/2023

Lots of practice outside in the rain for our California puppies!! Weather isn't something they get enough practice with - new smells, sights, sounds, sensations, and people in jackets / rain pants / hoods / rain boots, carrying umbrellas, running and squeaking about getting wet. It's a whole new world!

10/29/2023

Sleepy time for helper dog Sequoia! Don't snooze on November workshops! Turkey Day Table manners 11/12 & 11/19 545-645pm and Advanced obedience (CGC A prep) 11/12 & 11/19 4-530pm -

what are you excited to learn in December?

10/22/2023

We love to see Happy, relaxed cats! What do you do to help your feline friend feel good?

10/03/2023

Are you excited about October classes? Us too! We'll be sending an email Tuesday with the dates and summaries. Hope to see you soon!

09/30/2023

Goose, preparing for our long line workshop tomorrow morning 😴😴 good quality rest is vital to maximize learning 📚📓📝 how do you prepare for a workshop?

09/19/2023

When you've had a long training session and soooooo many snacks

09/01/2023

One of our cutest clients, Katana, learns from one of our demo dogs, Miss Sequoia. A calm, thoughtful adult dog can help puppies learn to be calm, confident and attentive, too!

08/23/2023

Puppy socialization is so important, but it isn't all "play play play" - learning from a calm older dog can teach a puppy to regulate themselves and gain confidence. Thanks, , for setting such a wonderful example for this sweet puppy!

07/29/2023

Helping the next generation learn the ways of 'calm'. Miss sequoia dog is a wonderful role model for puppies as well as nervous/shy/reactive/aggressive dogs. We're very thankful to have her sage presence to help more dogs find balance. .

07/22/2023

Very excited that and .co are leading our Sunday group classes this week! Our lead trainer, Donnelly, is at an incredible workshop at the with .
It's so vital to have a network of other dog training professionals to both lean on for support and to creatively invent with as the field continues to evolve.

06/28/2023

If you're local, go check out the ! It's a great place to sniff, socialize, and practice good manners. There's a whole sculpture show for the humans, too! As it gets warmer, don't forget about for indoor play time, too!

06/03/2023

Don't forget, our Sunday drop in classes will feature 's human, while part of our team participates in the San Joaquin Kennel Club's grapevine dog show in Lodi! Check out the AKC website to see other local dog shows anytime. It can be a really fun way to get involved with other dog enthusiasts, and find new ways to engage with your dog.

05/30/2023

A great day to reflect on many things

03/23/2023

If you're local, checkout concord feed and supply store - it's a lovely shop that's pet friel don't, with lots of unique surfaces and smells to help expand your training horizons.

01/27/2023

Looking forward to classes at on Sunday! Puppies under 18 weeks have a drop-in puppy social 1030-1130, and all ages are welcomed to drop-in obedience 12-1pm . Bring snacks and a toy, and plan on having some fun 🎉🐾

12/21/2022

2022 classes are a wrap! Cute pics of our amazing clients incoming.. 🐾

12/03/2022

is wondering what toys and treats are available at - never fear, buddy! We have a Friday night drop-in obedience class there, so you can come play with your humans and shop, too!

11/10/2022

‘Tis the shedding season! Be sure to keep your medium and long coated friends brushed and groomed for your comfort and theirs! Having trouble with basic grooming tasks? Slow down and break the routine into tiny, achievable steps. Particularly with young animals or rescue critters, going slow will help ensure your pets are comfortable and calm for future handling.

11/08/2022

Rain can make outside adventures a bit muddier, so come join us Friday for indoor training time! We’ll be working on focus, flexibility, strength, and general manners. Have a specific challenge? Let us know! Our drop-in classes are different each time, and focus on building up strong relationships between dogs and their people.

10/22/2022

Join us at the Sonoma county fairgrounds Saturday 10/22/2022 at the harvest moon dog show! Hosted by del Valle dog club of Livermore and the Skyline dog fanciers, this show offers conformation, agility, fastCat, barn hunt, rally, obedience, utility, and a whole lot of doggie supplies. We will be there conducting the Canine Good Citizenship tests, which are open to the public for only $20. Check out more about the show here: http://www.dvdc.org/index.asp?ID=6

10/16/2022

Good manners start with good role models! Here we see two young puppies and their role model miss sequoia dog. We always have a calm older dog in our puppy socials to help the young pups learn to be confident and calm in new, sometimes scary situations. Don’t have a good doggie role model? That’s okay! Just be sure to plan extra time in new places to let your young pup take in all the new info and try to end the exercise when they are focused on you or calm in the environment.

10/16/2022

Puppies are adorable, and this little elkhound mix rocked his training session! If you’re considering adding a pet to your family, don’t underestimate the older animals up for placement.

10/13/2022

Happy to announce our challenge winner, miss Fig! 📸

10/04/2022

Sometimes we bite off more than we can chew, and it’s okay to ask for help! Enjoy this cute puppy who really believes she can eat that whole Halloween cookie from - don’t worry! We cut off a piece for her that she could safely consume.

09/11/2022

We will be on the road until October 2nd, but that doesn't mean training and treatos stop! Try something new with your pet and shoot us a pic or video (trainer @ flexiblepetsolutions.com) for a chance to win a free training session in Walnut Creek, CA.*
Remember to set realistic goals for your critter and reward for effort with any new skill or task. As always: be patient, be kind, and have fun!

* Contest is in no way affiliated with facebook, instagram, tiktok, or any other third party. Winner(s) will be announced October 10th, drawn at random. Training session time and date will be set with winner(s) within 60 days of 10/10/2022 or prize will be null and void. Prize has no cash value. Open to all species of pets. Please use caution when asking your pet to try new activities and check with a veterinarian before beginning new routines. We don't sell your info, so don't worry about contacting us. Shared photos will remain private unless permission to share them publicly is explicitly given. Activities that put pets and/or the public in danger will be disqualified.

09/05/2022

Puppy socialization class lookin’ cute & fluffy with modeling good behavior

08/31/2022

- we all have those moments, captured on digital media, where we were distracted. The ‘won’t look Wednesday’ hashtag is a perfect place to celebrate those slightly awkward moments.

Here we see a rescue shepherd and a service dog prospect GSD in a down stay on some grass, but who’s attentive? Who’s scanning the environment? Who do you think is more food motivated?

When we talk about what makes a dog a good service dog prospect we often talk about ‘environmental stability’ and ‘desire to work’, but that can look very different across individuals and breeds. Knowing your pet dog or working partner helps you both communicate more precisely, and building a great relationship is a worthy, lifelong goal.
Remember even 5 mins a day of games or formal training can improve your relationship, so get out there and make some memories!

08/29/2022

Here we see a couple of young pups and our mentor dog Sequoia playing. Notice how Sequoia shows the unsure puppy how to go grab a toy? That retreat-and-redirect helps reengage the puppy who was feeling a little unsure about playing with a dog so much larger.

Sunday’s drop-in puppy socialization class is a great way to build confidence and polite social skills for young puppies (under 6mon). We will be at the Walnut Creek 1030a-1130a Sunday 9/4 & 9/11, then a break until October (back to class 10/2/2022) - join us for just $20

08/29/2022

Everyday is caturday - Femto fluff, probably!
Here we see a young tabby cat “loafing” on a stool. It can be really helpful to teach your cat(s) to hop up on a specific stool or chair, so they can feel included in what you’re doing without actually interfering. Wondering where to start? Use some tasty treats, their food, affection, or toys to help guide your cat up a few times a day. before you know it, they’ll be hopping up there to solicit positive attention instead of closing your laptop or sending emails full of typos 🐾

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Those pesky humans will likely be delayed from the BART, but snack on and we'll see you shortly! #dogtraining #bayareadogs #bayareadogtraining #dogsofinstagram #dogbehavior #dogbehaviorist #dogenrichment #dogparents #bayareadogtrainer #bayareadogs #bayareadogbehaviorist #walnutcreekdogtrainer #walnutcreekdogbehaviorist #pleasontondogtrainer #pleasantondogtraining #pleasantondogbehaviorist #calmdog #anxiousdog #gooddog #nobaddogs #snackleader #shydog #nervousdog #balanceddog #happydog #reactivedog #dogsocialization #puppysocialization

Text or email Donnelly for your spot in our dock diving field trip! 9/27 Friday 1230-?? Depending on rsvp's :) #dogtraining #bayareadogs #bayareadogtraining #dogsofinstagram #dogbehavior #dogbehaviorist #dogenrichment #dogparents #bayareadogtrainer #bayareadogs #bayareadogbehaviorist #walnutcreekdogtrainer #walnutcreekdogbehaviorist #scentwork #akcscentwork #detectionDog #calmdog #anxiousdog #gooddog #nobaddogs #snackleader #shydog #nervousdog #balanceddog #happydog #reactivedog #dogsocialization #puppysocialization

We love seeing different dogs attempt the same tasks - it tells you a lot about how they process information and what skills they find most rewarding. Here we have two dogs who know rear paw targeting well, but neither has tried it here nor on this turtle sand box target. The shepherd doesn't like working for food, so she approaches the task with more impatience (bc she wants her toy & is a bit more excited than ideal for learning). The poodle is willing to work for kibble, so she is easier to lure and shape at a lower level of excitement. Both accomplish their tasks (real time 51sec poodle, 44sec shepherd), and get their play rewards. Is your dog more impatient or thoughtful in their approach to new things? # #dogtraining #bayareadogs #bayareadogtraining #dogsofinstagram #dogbehavior #dogbehaviorist #dogenrichment #dogparents #bayareadogtrainer #bayareadogs #bayareadogbehaviorist #walnutcreekdogtrainer #walnutcreekdogbehaviorist #scentwork #akcscentwork #detectionDog #calmdog #anxiousdog #gooddog #nobaddogs #snackleader #shydog #nervousdog #balanceddog #happydog #reactivedog #dogsocialization #puppysocialization

Come join us in Santa Rosa at @michael_ellis_school 's awesome dock diving pool for our first field trip! RSVP by Tuesday 8/13 for Friday 9/27! #dockdiving #bayareadogs #bayareadogtraining #happydogs #fulfilleddogs #goodestdoggos #goldenretriever #poodle #oodle #dogsports #fulfilleddogsarehappydogs #fulfilleddog

We're so thankful for the @dogpacer_treadmill! It gives us excellent low intensity exercise options on hot days, smokey days, windy/rainy/cold days, and days when our human lives are full. What's your favorite indoor doggie workout? #dogtraining #bayareadogs #bayareadogtraining #dogsofinstagram #dogbehavior #dogbehaviorist #dogenrichment #dogparents #bayareadogtrainer #bayareadogs #bayareadogbehaviorist #walnutcreekdogtrainer #walnutcreekdogbehaviorist #scentwork #akcscentwork #detectionDog #calmdog #anxiousdog #gooddog #nobaddogs #snackleader #shydog #nervousdog #balanceddog #happydog #reactivedog #dogsocialization #puppysocialization

Thanks to all the teams who made the trip to crissy field for our beach day #dogventure! We got lucky with some sun!!

Raising a well balanced dog is hard work! Having socially fluent, patient, stable adult can really help. Miss sequoia dog is a ~10yo rescue shepherd who came to us with a lot of behavior issues and health deficiencies. She shows off the power of rehabilitation every time she helps guide a new puppy pal or helps deescalate a reactive dog. Keep your patience and wits about you, and they'll grow up well :) #dogtraining #bayareadogs #bayareadogtraining #dogsofinstagram #dogbehavior #dogbehaviorist #dogenrichment #dogparents #bayareadogtrainer #bayareadogs #bayareadogbehaviorist #walnutcreekdogtrainer #walnutcreekdogbehaviorist #scentwork #akcscentwork #detectionDog #calmdog #anxiousdog #gooddog #nobaddogs #snackleader #shydog #nervousdog #balanceddog #happydog #reactivedog #dogsocialization #puppysocialization

That's a wrap on our July intermediate scent class! All the dogs did so well! We tackled buried hides (water & sand), advanced container searches (clips shown here), unknown interior and exterior hides, and they moved from birch to birch, anise, & clove! Nice work teams!! We are planning to have scent work practice sessions in August, so any level can come participate, but it's particularly useful for dogs continuing in more advanced scent work sports. #dogtraining #bayareadogs #bayareadogtraining #dogsofinstagram #dogbehavior #dogbehaviorist #dogenrichment #dogparents #bayareadogtrainer #bayareadogs #bayareadogbehaviorist #walnutcreekdogtrainer #walnutcreekdogbehaviorist #scentwork #akcscentwork #detectionDog #calmdog #anxiousdog #gooddog #nobaddogs #snackleader #shydog #nervousdog #balanceddog #happydog #reactivedog #dogsocialization #puppysocialization

It's so important to have other teams to work around when you're training! Focusing on the tasks at hand in the presence of dogs who are also doing interesting things is HARD!! Practice makes progress :) come join us for Sunday drop in classes 1030-1130a for puppies under 20 weeks, 12-1p all ages, and Wednesday 6-7p all ages! Plus check out our August class series and events! Our Google calendar is always up to date, but the website sometimes isn't 😅 emails go out monthly, too! # #dogtraining #bayareadogs #bayareadogtraining #dogsofinstagram #dogbehavior #dogbehaviorist #dogenrichment #dogparents #bayareadogtrainer #bayareadogs #bayareadogbehaviorist #walnutcreekdogtrainer #walnutcreekdogbehaviorist #pleasontondogtrainer #pleasantondogtraining #pleasantondogbehaviorist #calmdog #anxiousdog #gooddog #nobaddogs #snackleader #shydog #nervousdog #balanceddog #happydog #reactivedog #dogsocialization #puppysocialization

We're thankful to @blue9petproducts , @catooutdoors , @fitpaws & @dogpacer_treadmill for helping us drain physical & mental energy even when NorCal is too hot to play outside 🐾 #dogtraining #dogfitnesstraining #dogfitness #fittowork #blackgermanshepherd

We still have a few drop in classes in July (12-1p Sundays, 6-7p Wednesdays) and then it'll be August session starting! #dogtraining #bayareadogs #bayareadogtraining #dogsofinstagram #dogbehavior #dogbehaviorist #dogenrichment #dogparents #bayareadogtrainer #bayareadogs #bayareadogbehaviorist #walnutcreekdogtrainer #walnutcreekdogbehaviorist #pleasontondogtrainer #pleasantondogtraining #pleasantondogbehaviorist #calmdog #anxiousdog #gooddog #nobaddogs #snackleader #shydog #nervousdog #balanceddog #happydog #reactivedog #dogsocialization #puppysocialization

Another great Sunday of group classes and so many snacks! What're you excited about with your training? #dogtraining #bayareadogs #bayareadogtraining #dogsofinstagram #dogbehavior #dogbehaviorist #dogenrichment #dogparents #bayareadogtrainer #bayareadogs #bayareadogbehaviorist #walnutcreekdogtrainer #walnutcreekdogbehaviorist #scentwork #akcscentwork #scentworktraining #calmdog #anxiousdog #gooddog #nobaddogs #snackleader #shydog #nervousdog #balanceddog #happydog #reactivedog #dogsocialization #puppysocialization

Field workshop time! It should be cooler by 7pm... but bring plenty of water and we'll stick to the shade! #dogtraining #bayareadogs #bayareadogtraining #dogsofinstagram #dogbehavior #dogbehaviorist #dogenrichment #dogparents #bayareadogtrainer #bayareadogs #bayareadogbehaviorist #walnutcreekdogtrainer #walnutcreekdogbehaviorist #pleasontondogtrainer #pleasantondogtraining #pleasantondogbehaviorist #calmdog #anxiousdog #gooddog #nobaddogs #snackleader #shydog #nervousdog #balanceddog #happydog #reactivedog #dogsocialization #puppysocialization

Beach post!

Wednesday 6-7p drop-in with @patienceforpaws at Walnut Creek @petfoodexpress - a great place to beat the heat, brush up on basics, and add in new advanced tricks & behaviors #dogtraining #bayareadogs #bayareadogtraining #dogsofinstagram #dogbehavior #dogbehaviorist #dogenrichment #dogparents #bayareadogtrainer #bayareadogs #bayareadogbehaviorist #walnutcreekdogtrainer #walnutcreekdogbehaviorist #pleasontondogtrainer #pleasantondogtraining #pleasantondogbehaviorist #calmdog #anxiousdog #gooddog #nobaddogs #snackleader #shydog #nervousdog #balanceddog #happydog #reactivedog #dogsocialization #puppysocialization

Play is such an important part of being a social mammal! Helping our puppies and dogs learn how to be polite and thoughtful players often takes dedication and time, and it's easy to pick up yucky habits from peers who aren't polite! In our puppy socials, we start with physical & mental challenges to take the edge off that puppy energy. Then we use well socialized adults to help supervise play time. Having adult dogs help makes the learning go much quicker! Don't forget to take lots of pics & videos because puppies grow soooooo quickly. #dogtraining #bayareadogs #bayareadogtraining #dogsofinstagram #dogbehavior #dogbehaviorist #dogenrichment #dogparents #bayareadogtrainer #bayareadogs #bayareadogbehaviorist #walnutcreekdogtrainer #walnutcreekdogbehaviorist #pleasontondogtrainer #pleasantondogtraining #pleasantondogbehaviorist #calmdog #anxiousdog #gooddog #nobaddogs #snackleader #shydog #nervousdog #balanceddog #happydog #reactivedog #dogsocialization #puppysocialization

Our intermediate scent class rocking it today! We introduced really tricky food distractions and a record number of unknown hides at @petfoodexpress ! These pups earned SO MANY SNACKS!! #dogtraining #bayareadogs #bayareadogtraining #dogsofinstagram #dogbehavior #dogbehaviorist #dogenrichment #dogparents #bayareadogtrainer #bayareadogs #bayareadogbehaviorist #walnutcreekdogtrainer #walnutcreekdogbehaviorist #scentwork #akcscentwork #pleasantondogbehaviorist #calmdog #anxiousdog #gooddog #nobaddogs #snackleader #shydog #nervousdog #balanceddog #happydog #reactivedog #dogsocialization #puppysocialization

Sunday drop ins for all ages! 1030-1130 for 10-20 weeks & 12-1p for over 20 weeks - always a fun time! #dogtraining #bayareadogs #bayareadogtraining #dogsofinstagram #dogbehavior #dogbehaviorist #dogenrichment #dogparents #bayareadogtrainer #bayareadogs #bayareadogbehaviorist #walnutcreekdogtrainer #walnutcreekdogbehaviorist #pleasontondogtrainer #pleasantondogtraining #pleasantondogbehaviorist #calmdog #anxiousdog #gooddog #nobaddogs #snackleader #shydog #nervousdog #balanceddog #happydog #reactivedog #dogsocialization #puppysocialization

It's brutally hot outside! Stay hydrated, protect paws & exposed skin when out for potty breaks, and play lots of games inside!! Join us tomorrow for July classes! #dogtraining #bayareadogs #bayareadogtraining #dogsofinstagram #dogbehavior #dogbehaviorist #dogenrichment #dogparents #bayareadogtrainer #bayareadogs #bayareadogbehaviorist #walnutcreekdogtrainer #walnutcreekdogbehaviorist #pleasontondogtrainer #pleasantondogtraining #pleasantondogbehaviorist #calmdog #anxiousdog #gooddog #nobaddogs #snackleader #shydog #nervousdog #balanceddog #happydog #reactivedog #dogsocialization #puppysocialization

Lots of you know @patienceforpaws (bka Sherie) who helps out with Sunday classes and runs a drop-in Wednesdays 6-7p at @petfoodexpress. She recently became an @americankennelclub canine good citizenship evaluator! Her first #cgc dog? @adventures_of_flerken ! What a beautiful moment for both of them 🥰 congratulations!! #cgcevaluator #akccgc #dogtraining #bayareadogtraining #bayareadogbehaviorist #bayareadogbehavior #akcgoldenretriever #goldenretriever #joannfabrics