Down Right Dog Training

12/03/2025

You can clearly see Stella’s spine! Do you think she is too thin?

We do not think so!

Stella, at the point where you cannot see her spine, is the same point at which she becomes extremely overweight—as you can see. Her allergies flare, she cannot handle playing with her friends, she is anxious, and she could care less about training because she has zero reason to learn anything new!

Your dog’s body composition might not seem like it has anything to do with their state of mind, but it is actually one of the most important aspects of training and behavior modification!

And because dogs are structurally built differently, what may appear healthy for one dog can be extremely unhealthy for another!

We always hear, “You should be able to see their last two ribs” as a measurement of acceptable weight. This is not true!

For example, on a Doberman—with their large rib cages—you may see the ribs, yet the dog can still be overweight!

Or seeing hip bones (to a degree) on an Afghan Hound or Standard Poodle is actually ideal!

And seeing Stella’s spine is perfectly acceptable for Stella and her body!

“But my veterinarian says my dog is healthy—they didn’t mention my dog was overweight!”

They often do not! It’s much like a human doctor—they’d rather stick to the reason for the visit, be it yearly shots or that upset stomach.

If you want to train your dog, the first place to start is with your dog’s health! Getting your dog back to nature will solve so many issues inside and out!

12/03/2025

6 hour flight from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles. 6 hour dog ball. Have you flown with your service dog? Could your dog lay like this for 6 hours? Service dog training by

11/29/2025

Facts! Learn to read dog body language!

11/28/2025

You CANNOT just train protection with your dog! There is a method and a lifestyle that must happen between lessons so you and your dog get the most from each session. This is how we make real progress! WE WORK TOGETHER!

Our method combines free shaping and bite development! Here is the catch - if you do not practice the foundations of STEP ZERO at home, this picture will not make sense to your dog and actually cause excessive amounts of frustration.

It’s time to get your dog off the table! 📦 If you are seeking dynamic protection training that incorporates what you do at home and what we do during our lessons, send us a DM to book your evaluation!

We have over 25 years of experience training European style protection dogs! We are located in South Florida!

11/27/2025

🧡🍁 GRATEFUL 🍁🧡
Today — and every day — we are grateful.

Grateful for the dogs who trust us.
Grateful for the families who let us be a part of their journey.
Grateful for the fearful dogs who choose courage.
Grateful for the spicy dogs who choose connection.
Grateful for every “a-ha” moment, every tail wag, every breakthrough…

And most of all, grateful for a community that believes in kind, clear, relationship-based training — the heart of Down Right Dog Training.

From our pack to yours,
Happy Thanksgiving 🐾🧡
Thank you for supporting a small, passionate, family-run business.
We wouldn’t be here without you.

— Down Right Dog Training
Yvan and Kimberlee

11/22/2025

It’s not about your dog having abs, it’s about vital organs, joints, brain-gut connection, skin & longevity.

🚩 Even if your vet hasn’t said a peep about your pup’s weight — that doesn’t mean it’s NBD. Often the “we’re overweight” talk never happens. Why?!? Vets do not want to hurt your feelings and will tell you about your dog’s segs 🍆💦 needs before they talk about your dog’s weight like with poor Frankie. -_-

Here at Down Right Dog Training – West Palm Beach we fix that:

movement + diet + mindset = one healthy, happy dog.

DM us today 🐾💪

11/22/2025

2 minutes squished into 35 seconds!
A quick Step Zero session with Ember — the sweet, fearful Golden Doodle puppy. Today’s focus: confidence building. We’re helping her leave those early fears in the past so she can enjoy life with her family without shutting down, stressing out, or feeling overwhelmed.

By teaching her family how to continue these habits at home, we create lasting change, clear communication, and a stronger bond — all without relying on excessive corrections that would crush a delicate, sensitive dog like Ember. This is the foundation that turns fear into curiosity, hesitation into engagement, and anxiety into trust.

If you have a fearful, shy, or sensitive dog in South Florida or Palm Beach County, don’t wait for the problem to grow.
👉 Reach out for elite private training and confidence-building sessions designed specifically for puppies and nervous dogs.
You can change your dog’s future — and we can help.

11/22/2025

Teaching your dog an OUT the wrong way creates conflict!

Traditionally, the dog is verbally commanded to OUT and then corrected with a leash or e-collar to force the release.
All this does is shut your dog down… or worse, create handler aggression and reactivity.

With our conflict-free OUT technique, your dog chooses to release the toy on their own. We immediately reinforce that choice with MORE play, building clarity, confidence, and trust.

“But what about a verbal cue?”
Don’t worry, once the picture is clean, we layer the cue.
The first thing your dog should learn is: release the object directly into your hands.
This is the foundation for powerful retrieves (sport or fun), safe toy play, and a dog who stays engaged instead of fighting you.

Want to learn how to play tug with your dog the RIGHT way? How to avoid conflict? How to build engagement and intensity without creating reactivity?

We offer elite, high-level private lessons - serious one-on-one coaching for families, working dogs, and sport teams.

If you’re in South Florida / Palm Beach County and want the best protection dog training or to simply learn how to play with your dog safely and confidently:

👉 Message us to book a private session.

11/17/2025

11/17/2025

PLAYING WITH YOUR DOG!
Stop overthinking it. Just play. 🎉

You can find endless videos showing dogs flying through the air, crispy “outs,” tug mechanics, toy handling techniques, toy motivation, obedience-in-play… but the truth is: most people overcomplicate it.

Now go find a toy [or toys] your dog loves and STOP doing these 5 things! ⬇️

1️⃣ Too much duration in obedience.
So you just figured out how to incorporate play and obedience! 👏 Ask for that “down,” but the SECOND those elbows hit the ground—mark and reward with the toy! Holding positions kills momentum and reduces drive. Keep it FAST, FUN, and rewarding.

2️⃣ Making your dog lose.
Stop trying to “win” the game. This is not the Olympics! Let your dog win! Winning builds confidence, engagement, motivation, and a healthier play relationship. This is how you create a dog that wants to work with you.

3️⃣ Tugging too hard.
You don’t need Hulk strength. A pinky-finger grip maintains safety and keeps the game about the dog’s power, not yours.

4️⃣ Playing the “KEEP AWAY” Game
Walking toward your dog makes them run away. Move backwards, open your body, and invite them to offer you the toy to play!

5️⃣ Playing too long.
Your tug session should be 5–10 minutes max. Short, focused play keeps arousal optimal and leaves your dog eager for the next session. Quality over quantity always wins.

If you want to learn how to play the FUN and EASY way—
Send us a message to schedule your private or virtual lesson.

Dog Training in Palm Beach County • Training for Fearful Dogs • Learn to Play With My Dog • Working Dog Foundations • Pet Obedience Programs • Confidence-Building Games

11/15/2025

Private Protection Dog Training in Palm Beach County with Yvan “Bambino” Granados 🔥🦌🚫

Train with one of the world’s elite French Ring & protection decoys—right here in South Florida.

We offer true, high-level private protection work only.

If you’re looking for bite-night social clubs/events, we’re NOT your trainers. This is real protection, real skill, and real results.

Over 25 years experience
• Apprenticed under world-class trainers & decoys .mexico
• Highest-level French Ring certifications across multiple countries
• Selected for the 2023 French Ring Selectif – Jury C
• Trains protection dogs for elite clientele & government agencies

Ready for serious training?

Send us a message to schedule your private evaluation.