08/21/2024
Pickle is a big boy but his drama is bigger 😂
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Pickle is a big boy but his drama is bigger 😂
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Count the times I say 'good boy' & 'he's doing it' 🤣
I think my clients think I'm crazy half the time 🤣
Some dogs respond better to verbal and physical praise more than treats.
This is Kobes first time outside with a muzzle and leash on. SO much newness for him and he did so well.
I want to take a moment to break this down..
Muzzle training starts with exposing your dog to putting their nose into something. From there, a million little steps take place before we buckle that strap and work the muzzle. They are adjusting to a new texture and weight on their neck, nose, and are adjusting to moving around and navigating the world with this new thing on their face. It's a lot for them!
Then, add in the element of being outside. Sounds, smells, sights. All things that add to what's happening in their brains.
Then, add a leash, and this adds another thing for their brain to register (even though they know what a leash is).
For anxious dogs, this process can take months to train. And when they do it - we need to PRAISE IT!
Be excited for your dog with each new step they take, because whether we realize it or not, they are pushing through things we don't see!
Another day, another muzzle 😍🩵
Kobe in his custom Mia's Muzzles
First steps taken with the muzzle on!
Needs to go a few notches tighter but all in all, so proud of him. 👏
Pretty boy 💅
Cheddar getting the cheese tax while muzzle training 😍
I love the heart shaped treat holes 😍
Custom made by Mia's Muzzles
*Cheddar is training with a muzzle as a prevention. She is dog reactive.
Finn putting in the work 👏
There are a lot of misconceptions in the dog world.
One of them is crate training.
When done properly, all training serves a purpose.
Every dog has a different pace, which is why listening to your dog and understanding their needs is so important.
Not everything has to be difficult and complicated. Some things can be easily broken down and therefore easily trained.
This is step 1 of 7 in my approach to crate training.
Reach out and book with me if you want to see the next 6 steps!
Ridiculously cute or just ridiculous?
Obie loves being pampered 💅 I curled her bangs with a teeny tiny straightener and she just sat there.
Such a sweet angel.
Should I become a groomer? Kitty Peirick Apg Cce 🤣
🩵RIO🩵
My star pupil 💫
It has been about a year (?!) of working with Rio and man has this boy kicked A$$.
We went to a low key grass area today where we saw cars driving, people walking, bicycles and THREE other dogs 🤯
He amazes me more and more every session.
You have so much to be proud of
Scooby and Lexi got loved on at the park today 🩵 I love seeing kids who are so loving and compassionate towards animals.
Little man climbed right up on my lap after a big day yesterday ❣️
He melts my heart
Loves a sniff adventure 😍
☀️how I feel right now☀️
All of my training clients have made SO much progress this week. In the beginning, I always push getting the basics down solid before moving forward. I'm seeing owners click onto what their dog needs, be aware of how they see the world, learn how to speak their language.
It fills my heart with so much joy to see these results and know I'm sharing and doing what I love ❤️
Yogi 🥹 lil man is super smart, I think he'll be running the house soon 😅
Another day another muzzle ❣️
SO proud of Finns progress. A little bit more to go and we *might* be able to re introduce to his brother. Stay tuned 🤩
Reason for muzzle training:
Started showing aggression towards other dogs in the home. Using as a preventative to hopefully allow him to be in the same room as his brothers (and return some sanity to his mom!)
I love being a muzzle advocate and let me tell you why...
Rio and I have been working together since August 2023.
His journey has been so incredible - and it only gets better from here!
He has a beautifully fitted custom made muzzle from Mia's Muzzles. We (his owners and I) have worked so hard exposing him to a muzzle. We will remove the head strap, but you can see he has no issues with it now 🔥
What he is uncomfortable with...the vet.
Not only that, but he doesn't like his nails being touched, his paws, his ears, etc. All things that need to sometimes be examined, either by his owner or a vet.
Our next goal:
Expose him to vet care in a compassionate manner.
Because Rio is a bite risk, we wouldn't be able to do this work without a muzzle. It would be too dangerous. Every step with Rio has been about showing him he has choice, that he is safe, and that he can trust. And when you earn his trust.. man, is this big boy a lover 🥹
This video is sped up, but in real time we did this for roughly 5 minutes. That's all he can handle right now, which is totally understandable. With time and patience, we hope to make his physical care a less stressful experience for his owners and him.
So proud ❣️
Bacon ☀️
Weller man ❣️
These two ❣️
New obsession unlocked 🔥
FastCat hosted by Waukesha Kennel Club.
So many amazing dogs out having the time of their lives 😍
Fastest run was 5.55 seconds (100 metres)
Cheddar says hi 🥰
Shadow is an absolute DREAM 😍 Working breeds can be SO MUCH fun. He's so smart, happy and loved.
Might be one the easiest dogs I've ever trained with 🔥
Eyes of an angel boy 🥹
Loved working with Cooper & excited to keep building his confidence!
Coco enjoyed a weekend relaxing and going on adventures with us ❣️
Summer time is nearly full - if you are in need of boarding please reach out ASAP!
We only board dogs from one household at a time and they are treated like family whilst with us 🥰
One of my favorite things.. muzzle training ❣️
Finn here wearing Big Snoof Dog Gear 🥹
Today was the first day we've buckled a muzzle and he did AMAZING!
This is after a few months of exposure to a non custom baskerville muzzle (for training purposes only).
Why has Finns owner chosen muzzle training?
- Finn has shown guarding behavior and it has resulted in a few incidents with his dog brothers
- Finn has a little anxiety and his owner wants peace of mind when walking
Muzzles are one of my favorite tools.
If you have an anxious or reactive dog and would like to learn about the benefits of a well trained, well fitted muzzle, please reach out ❣️
Chloe found her home ❣️❣️
When she came to us she was terrified of the world. Unsure of who to trust, what to do with herself, how to exist in this scary world. She was especially scared of men.
Through lots of work, patience, love and exposure she has blossomed into who she was meant to be all along. A fun, goofy, crazy happy little gal.
She's still unsure of some men - but she wasn't unsure of this one. When she met him the first time she went straight up to him for love. She knew.
Today when she was picked up, she didn't bark or stand back wondering who this guy entering her home was. She ran up to him for love. She knew.
It all came full circle today. The first months of her life, a man abused her. Now, for the rest of her life, a man will love her.
This is rescue work.
Chloe needs you ❣️
We have been fostering Chloe since January and she has made amazing strides. Unfortunately, we knew we couldn't have her here long term as I board dogs at my home.
The rescue has been trying to find a place and has been unsuccessful. Thursday is the last day I can have her, and the rescue will be putting her into a boarding facility if no home is found.
We need a new foster or adoptive home ASAP.
A bit about chloe:
- Chloe was abused by a male in her early months of life And as a result, can be timid around new men. She has done really well with her exposure and has lived with a male in the house and met plenty of men out on her adventures, but she does prefer her Foster mom (me).
- She absolutely loves to play with her toys and always prefers to have something in her mouth
- She is generally very playful and active and loves being outside. She will happily sniff the yard while you garden or go on a woodwalk with you.
- I have been working hard training her in new areas and she has gone into coffee shops, salons and stores such as farm and fleet. This work has been done to show her the world isn't so scary!
- She knows her basic commands and is crate trained.
She is so affectionate and will force herself onto your lap for cuddles.
- She is up to date on all Vaccinations, but does still need to be spayed.
- She is very boisterous and can still be a little mouthy, so a home with no kids under fourteen would be best.
- She is under a year old and I believe somewhere around 8-9 months
- she has met cats and was terrified of them
- she would do best as the only dog in the home as she wants to be the center of attention
We truly love her so much, she is such a sweet girl and I just want the best home for her. She steals the hearts of everybody that she meets with her goofy antics and adorable demeanor.
If you are able to help or you know someone who might be able to help, please reach out to me. I would be more than happy to bring her to you to meet her.
My contact is 920-545-9460. I will offer all training, advice and support for her for free, for the rest of her life ❣️
Reasons we use a flirt pole:
- engages her natural instinct to chase
- provides exercise (but minimal work on the humans part 😅)
- teaches patience by having her sit and wait to go every time we restart
- teaches a release command to give back an object
- it's overall so much fun for both of us!
I love watching her grow 🥹
She is still looking for her forever home ❣️ I can only have her until May 7th.
If you could be her home or are able to foster please reach out! If not, please share ❣️ this girl deserves the world.
Summer is coming!
Kane is here to remind you to book your boarding/in house sitting!
If you plan to go away and you can't take your furry family member please reach out! Dates are filling up 😁
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Another day another muzzle ❣️ SO proud of Finns progress. A little bit more to go and we *might* be able to re introduce to his brother. Stay tuned 🤩 Reason for muzzle training: Started showing aggression towards other dogs in the home. Using as a preventative to hopefully allow him to be in the same room as his brothers (and return some sanity to his mom!)
I love being a muzzle advocate and let me tell you why... Rio and I have been working together since August 2023. His journey has been so incredible - and it only gets better from here! He has a beautifully fitted custom made muzzle from Mia's Muzzles. We (his owners and I) have worked so hard exposing him to a muzzle. We will remove the head strap, but you can see he has no issues with it now 🔥 What he is uncomfortable with...the vet. Not only that, but he doesn't like his nails being touched, his paws, his ears, etc. All things that need to sometimes be examined, either by his owner or a vet. Our next goal: Expose him to vet care in a compassionate manner. Because Rio is a bite risk, we wouldn't be able to do this work without a muzzle. It would be too dangerous. Every step with Rio has been about showing him he has choice, that he is safe, and that he can trust. And when you earn his trust.. man, is this big boy a lover 🥹 This video is sped up, but in real time we did this for roughly 5 minutes. That's all he can handle right now, which is totally understandable. With time and patience, we hope to make his physical care a less stressful experience for his owners and him. So proud ❣️
What training can look like Good moments Tough moments Goofy moments The most important thing - to bond & have fun 💃 Want to learn leash manners? Contact me today!
Chloe needs you ❣️ We have been fostering Chloe since January and she has made amazing strides. Unfortunately, we knew we couldn't have her here long term as I board dogs at my home. The rescue has been trying to find a place and has been unsuccessful. Thursday is the last day I can have her, and the rescue will be putting her into a boarding facility if no home is found. We need a new foster or adoptive home ASAP. A bit about chloe: - Chloe was abused by a male in her early months of life And as a result, can be timid around new men. She has done really well with her exposure and has lived with a male in the house and met plenty of men out on her adventures, but she does prefer her Foster mom (me). - She absolutely loves to play with her toys and always prefers to have something in her mouth - She is generally very playful and active and loves being outside. She will happily sniff the yard while you garden or go on a woodwalk with you. - I have been working hard training her in new areas and she has gone into coffee shops, salons and stores such as farm and fleet. This work has been done to show her the world isn't so scary! - She knows her basic commands and is crate trained. She is so affectionate and will force herself onto your lap for cuddles. - She is up to date on all Vaccinations, but does still need to be spayed. - She is very boisterous and can still be a little mouthy, so a home with no kids under fourteen would be best. - She is under a year old and I believe somewhere around 8-9 months - she has met cats and was terrified of them - she would do best as the only dog in the home as she wants to be the center of attention We truly love her so much, she is such a sweet girl and I just want the best home for her. She steals the hearts of everybody that she meets with her goofy antics and adorable demeanor. If you are able to help or you know someone who might be able to help, please reach out to me. I would be more than happy to bring her
Reasons we use a flirt pole: - engages her natural instinct to chase - provides exercise (but minimal work on the humans part 😅) - teaches patience by having her sit and wait to go every time we restart - teaches a release command to give back an object - it's overall so much fun for both of us! I love watching her grow 🥹 She is still looking for her forever home ❣️ I can only have her until May 7th. If you could be her home or are able to foster please reach out! If not, please share ❣️ this girl deserves the world.
Two reminders: 1. You are going to get it wrong 2. I'm offering 50% off my initial training session 🥳 Head to my website for details & booking! Www.tailored-hounds.com
Teaching Cheddar to 'drop' What I find more often than not is that dogs don't actually understand the body movement that you are asking of them. Cheddar here has never been one to drop on her own. So we are trying to introduce that as a way to get her to relax in her new place marker. She did so well picking this up quickly!
Working on constructive exposure for Chloe ❣️ She still has some hiccups but overall does so well. This little gal is up for adoption through Circle Of Souls Animal Rescue She is obsessed with love SO playful Crate trained Mostly potty trained (very few accidents) & is currently being trained by yours truly for the next few weeks to set her up to be the best dog she can be! DM me if you have questions or would like to meet her!
This is a little vulnerable but here I go 🙃 These are happy tears. This is me after a training realizing how far the dog has come. This is me overwhelmed by how much I love this work. This is me feeling the feels of knowing that I'm meant to be here, doing exactly what I'm doing. Does anyone else cry when they've just had the best day at work? 😅 I am so grateful to my clients for their support and trust in me. Know that I will do everything in my power to help you and your dog succeed ❣️
Rio just enjoying life 💜 His journey is one of my favorites. From a dog who wouldn’t let anyone besides his parents touch him, who slowly learnt to trust and so much inbetween.. to this confident boyo who just loves to be loved and to give love. I’m so so proud of him 💜
Storm Trooper is going up for adoption while we sort out her vet work! This will give us time to sort through applications and ensure she has the best home possible 😍 If you would like to arrange to meet her to consider adoption, please contact me directly. To apply: https://forms.office.com/r/FDcPLpVxgR If you are interested in fostering her while we complete vet care, and then adopting once everything is final this can be discussed as well ❤️
These two are just 😂 night and day. Luke just in his own happy world and Kona the most sensitive man ❤️🥹😂
Firn and I have been building trust and today was a heart melting moment for us 💜 She let me lay with her & give her love. The first time she’s accepted pats 🥹 I love working with your pets.
What you see: A trainer and a dog calmly working together on taking a harness and a muzzle off and on What you don’t see: The months of clicker training done by Rio’s owner The months of muzzle exposure + training The months of trust building The months of exposure training The set backs Rio is human & dog reactive. He can react with his mouth in moments of fear or uncertainty. I can see when he is telling me no, when he is telling me he’s not comfortable, when he’s about to snap. I had to learn his language - but as you can see, he’s worth it. Every dog is. If you have a reactive dog, or are in need of guidance on how to understand your dog - please reach out. I have a few training spots available for the winter months ahead 💜 Located: Mondays & Wednesdays - Occon to Milwaukee Tuesdays & Thursday’s - Jefferson to Madison
A sped up version of our session today ✨Rio is doing SO WELL with his muzzle training. We are now at the stage of working pressure with a slip lead, both with and without the muzzle on. This will help us transition to walking on the street (🤯🤯). Rio hasn’t actually had much time on a leash in the past few years (because he is dog reactive - his parents were doing the right thing with the tools they had), so, it’s kind of like working with a blank slate and he is picking it up like a PRO! Getting him conditioned to multiple tools is a slow process but he is already doing better than I expected! We have now noticed that the muzzle isn’t a perfect fit for Rio (which we did anticipate) - he needs more room near his eyes and the length needs to be shortened. So, we will be ordering a new muzzle to hopefully get the perfect fit in order to continue his conditioning. I’m so excited for his future 🥹🥹💜💜
Luna bear is such a joy to train 💜 food motivated, eager to please, intelligent.. what more could you want! Katie Neuberger
Stanley is a very excited puppy who LOVES his food. Here we are teaching a boundary - he waits until the food is presented to him as opposed to nipping at hands and frantically trying to take a treat. We had worked this the previous day and you can already see his progress. Please ignore my hair, this was an overnight stay and I was up early to work with him 😂💜