The dogs got some early enrichment this morning!
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It’s a puppy party!
Featuring Addie. spoons, Barbie and Skipper!
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Big thank you to Sandra for the Snuffle mats. And the Bar Keepers Friend!
Puppies and mom (mostly the puppies) got their first training session today! 💪🏼
As we all know, pups like to jump up. What a lot of people fail to understand, is that the attention you give them (negative attention such as telling them no) (positive attention, such as petting them while they’re jumping) while they are doing the behavior you want them NOT to do, is incorrect. Dogs will react mostly on body language. That is how they express themselves 💕
Their body language is barking, growling, hair on end etc. 🐕
The biggest thing (and let’s face it, sometimes the most aggravating thing to do) is completely ignore them, then reward when they do what you want them to do. 🦴 🍪
In this case-I want them NOT to jump on me. (Primarily sit!) So, in completely ignoring the behavior they are doing, and rewarding when they sit, they start to change there mindset. Notice how quickly ⏳ all of them followed the directions!
Its so important to teach your dogs lessons. 📝
Especially if you can start at an early age! Ignore the bad (in this case) and reward the good!
Try at home! If you have a dog that is a jumper, give it a shot! Obviously consistency is key 🔑 but we all need to start somewhere!
Animal of the day! 🐾
Sarah 💖
Age: 5 months
Breed: Chesapeake Bay/labrador X
Good with kids: ✔️
Good with dogs: ✔️
Good with cats: ❓
Sarah came in as a stray and went unclaimed. We are very happy that she came in when she did, otherwise she probably would have met her demise as she was seen wandering in the road and almost got hit! 😟 A Good Samaritan called the PD and brought her in. She is a playful little girl WHO LOVES a game of fetch! She would make a great retriever, as she brings it back to you, and even drops it for you almost every time you ask! 🎾 (With a little coaxing) She is starting to be taught some manners when it comes to jumping, but she is catching on quickly! She is chipped, and will be spayed this coming week. She is available for adoption now, so get your apps in now, and come say hi!
Please be mindful that when you adopt a puppy, they are a 10-15 year commitment. As they grow, they need to be taught obedience, manners and be properly socialized. The time spent doing these things, is minimal compared to the lifelong love, loyalty and friendship you will get in return. ❤️🐾🏡
Fill out an application here! 👇
https://hsburnettcty.org/adoption-application/
Even the cats are thankful for a cooler day 🌧️
Waverly-the grey female-definitely a man’s lady!
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In order of appearance
Relic
Waverly
Jack
Ziggy
Castiel
Animal of the day! 🐾
NANCY
Good with dogs: ✔️
Good with cats: ✔️ (can be trained)
Good with kids: ✔️
This sweet 6 month old lab/pit mix is the whole package! She is young enough so training now will give you a great head start towards her development to her older years! She loves to play, but still has a tendency to bite while she does. She’s a spitfire, full of energy, love, and commitment! She would love to have another furry friend in the house to keep her occupied! She is almost completely potty trained-even during the long overnight shift, she hardly has accidents. Please be aware that a puppy is a 10-15 year commitment. This includes training and socializing, and going through their terror phase of biting on, but not limited to: couches, cords, shoes, table legs, clothes, etc. Patience and consistency is key to her development! Fill out an application here if you’re looking for a sweet and sassy young lady! 👇
https://hsburnettcty.org/adoption-application/ (Enjoy this short training video, of her, and watch how quickly she catches on!)