Xspeed K9

09/14/2023

oh, fall? we love her. 🍂🍁🎃

08/21/2023

now for some light tourism, and then back to Wisconsin!

things are going to be very slow for Kaneki for awhile, I posted on my personal page but not here so I'll give some background.

On Saturday, Kaneki was picked up in New Jersey by a shipper who was supposed to bring him to me in Wisconsin for a board and train. In Pennsylvania, Kaneki got loose from the transporter and was missing for over 6 hours. He had been running in the interstate, the woods, until he ended up on a farm and was captured. Whilst this was happening, his owners were driving out to him. Once he was captured, his owners took him home while I began to drive out to get him. He's still very shaken up, and traumatized, but I'm confident he's going to push through this. 🖤

08/05/2023

I will NEVER stop raving about Draw it Out. something EVERY horse and dog owner should have in their medical bag.

08/04/2023

August availability is looking good for anyone who wants to come on as a new client 👀

We offer;

▪︎Obedience
▪︎Off-Leash Work
▪︎Trick Training
▪︎Reactivity
▪︎Advanced Obedience
▪︎Puppy Training
•Don't see what you're looking for? Just ask!

https://doodle.com/bp/lyliaxspeedk9/training-evaluation-

07/24/2023

i've faced many hardships, but this has to be one of the worst things I have ever gone through in my life. thousands and thousands of dollars worth of vet bills and medical supplies to care for her and her injuries has absolutely drained us, both mentally and financially. shortly after her accident, we found out our previous landlord illegally rented us our home, and we had to relocate as soon as possible. with such little time, we had minimal choices for relocation, and we ended up somewhere with a higher price point than what we previously had, by double. less than two weeks after we moved homes on such short notice, we found out the location we had been doing business out of was not zoned properly, and the landlord had plans to remove the building. this pushed us, again, into the building we are now in, which is not cheap. during the last few months we have also had the stock 2.3 in my car chuck a rod, I needed emergency dental surgery (I do not have dental insurance, unfortunately...), and a few other things I'm not overly comfortable discussing on social media. we have been doing our absolute best. Andy and I are still young, and we have continuously experienced hardship. we have been able to manage, and keep afloat thus far (by the grace of god) but we have hit a point where we feel it's time to turn to our community and your families for help. this is not something I do lightly, and it's difficult for Andy and myself to reach out for help.

Even a dollar makes a difference. If you're not a fan of me or Andy, I urge you to not think about us, but to think about the 2 year old golden retriever who went from being a full time service dog and demo dog, to being stuck in her crate. she is unable to move around let alone work as she was bred and trained to do, as when we splint her she develops sores and infections. Bumper is currently sedated and on pain medication while she awaits surgery, as she is much too frustrated and in pain to be able to rest comfortably. this isn't fair to her, and I ask myself everyday why she chose to jump off of a near 50ft bridge onto pavement. she's the smartest dumb dog I know, and she needs your help.

feel free to PM me or comment regarding any donations/questions.

thank you.

gofundme link in comments.

07/19/2023

I think my logo attracts a specific breed 🤣💜

07/08/2023

someone looks like she got a little too turnt up, a little too early in the day 😂

play responsibly 😉

07/06/2023

camber enjoyed a nice sniffy walk today after all the rain we got 💜

07/04/2023

hazel, flexing her new muzzle 💅

I think purple is her color 💜😍

07/03/2023

miss hazel went on a nice quiet walk today at a nearby nature preserve. it was very flat and open, allowing us to see any potential oncoming people or dogs. this meant hazel was allowed to have her muzzle taken off on the open areas of the trails. to manage her in the woods, which is winding and close quartered, she was muzzled and we had our intern ahead of us to be a lookout.

hazel is still opening up to us, she was just given to us by her family because they could not handle her complex reactivity. we aren't expecting anything from hazel right now, as she's just settling in. once she's more comfortable, we will begin to work more on relationship building and eventually training.

in her downtime here, hazel has enjoyed lots of snuggles, sniffy sessions in the training rooms, and spending time in her own personal room to play, nap, and explore. something she hasn't quite enjoyed, is being groomed. she's got lots of loose hair, and wasn't thrilled that I had the audacity to give her a blow-out.

I look forward to seeing her settle in and get comfortable, she's going to have a great rehab story ❤️

07/02/2023

we're on our way back to Wisconsin from Ohio, we just picked up this sweet girl. Hazel was an "owner surrender" due to having severe reactivity. she's pretty uncomfortable (understandably), but we're going to take it nice and slow so she can settle in and we can build a relationship before we start training. ❤️

also, please take the time to wish her a happy birthday! miss Hazel is 4 years old today! 🎂

07/01/2023

the taco wrapper behind the camera is a paid actor 🌮🌯

06/29/2023

if you call me for advice, please note I'm a PROFESSIONAL and my services are not FREE!

but...

I understand that times are tough, and good information is hard to come by. I understand that you may not have the time or money to come and take sessions with me. I understand that you can barely afford to pay rent, let alone make time to come and see me. I understand that your grocery bill has tripled, and you can't afford to lose 2 hours of sleep to come and see me, before you go and work your long shift and take care of your children.

I will do everything I can to help when I have the time. if it's a dangerous situation, I will make the time to speak with you. I will take payments on that board and train your struggling dog needs. I will take payments on a lesson package. I will meet with you at 10pm, because I know it's the only time you have.

06/27/2023

IMPORTANT!

a wedding ring (female) has been found at my training facility in Williams Bay. please send a description to verify ownership.

06/27/2023

highly recommend getting banners through her for your pups!

🔥 banner for Elena Quiles KARMA 😍😍

This is a Female Banner, $15

06/27/2023

don't come for me, I thought it was funny. ...

06/27/2023

squeak is feeling very sleepy after his evening session 😴

06/24/2023

needless to say, the splash pad was a hit for this guy!

06/20/2023

I just left my facility about 40 minutes ago, I went on my phone to check the temps in my building and the cameras. I opened the live view up and noticed the crate cover was on the wrong side, and I can't see much of the dog. I am exhausted, I have been working all day long, and it's past 11pm. but, you best bet your bottom dollar that I'm in the passengers seat while Andrew is driving back to the shop right now so I can fix that crate cover and see the dog.

board and trains are becoming less common due to blatant negligence from trainers, it is a problem. when your dogs are in my care, you can rest easy knowing I am not a part of that problem.

06/19/2023

hey y'all! due to growth of our clientele base, I'm asking existing and new clients to use the link I will provide below to book their sessions. I'm struggling to stay ontop of booking sessions through social media and text. thank you so much for your understanding and cooperation! 😁

https://doodle.com/bp/lyliaxspeedk9/training-session

06/18/2023

This will be true for MOST off-brand prong collars. There are some that may have a rounded prong, so ALWAYS CHECK ✅ I have a direct link to a Herm Sprenger collar in my “TOOLS” story highlights if you need one.

06/18/2023

teach your dogs how to simply exist in the presence of another dog, without engaging. it's a long and slow process but it's a great skill! neutrality for the win!

06/18/2023

Until you’ve lost a dog to the road, you may never believe in ecollars.

Until you’ve been dragged down a road, you may never believe in prong collars.

Until you’ve lost a dog to another dog in a fight when you’re not home, or lost a dog to an impaction, you may never believe in crates.

Until you’ve been on the losing end of a dog who wants you dead and you can’t cut off his air, you may never believe in choke chains.

People don’t use tools to “be mean” or “abusive”. That can be done with hands and lifestyle alone. We use tools for safety and effectiveness, and often for a faster and more sure result to prevent tragedy.

And many folks use them from a place of true PTSD. It’s never your place to judge.

So when people recommend something because they have been there and done that, it may be worth listening. We just don’t want you to experience what we did.

06/18/2023

Purebred Labradors come only in 3 colors🙏🐾

06/17/2023

we were finally able to finish putting up cameras and temperature/humidity monitoring equipment! everything is accessible remotely so I can know what's going on when I'm not here. I get alerts that will wake me up if the temperature/humidity goes above a set range or below a set range. I also get alerts when dogs are barking or moving around excessively. I felt uneasy knowing dogs would be here and I could not check on them.

I wanted my clients to feel 100% safe and confident when leaving their dogs with me, which is why I've gone to these lengths to ensure their safety. I have seen so many people have tragic incidents with poor board and train programs that completely lacked in dogs safety and comfort. That being said, many people are hesitant to allow their dog to attend a board and train that they may desperately need, because they have heard of horrible board and train stories.

when dogs are in my care, I do everything in my power to ensure the dogs and their owners feel safe and comfortable.

to the trainers seeing this who think it's over the top, do better. bad trainers in the dog community have ruined dog owners trust in trainers and board and train programs. it's our job to prove to owners they can trust us, not for them to "accept" or "get over" their fears and distrust with dog trainers.

06/15/2023

these two absolutely blew me AWAY today! their momma has been putting in so much hard work in-between sessions and it's 100% paying off! blue (left) is one of the quickest learners I have when it comes to heeling, she understood the concept almost immediately and was offering engagement! tabasco (right) has been working on his reactivity. today during our session he had a reaction, was re-directed and then when introduced to the simuli again, no reaction! he also did great with understanding heeling today!

results like this are what happens when you have dedicated owners, and sure-fire methods. what are my methods? train the dog infront of you. each of these dogs has gotten a specialized approach tailored to their needs, and it definitely shows!

06/11/2023

*insert barking* "Oh haha! Sorry, she's just super reactive"

No. Your dog isn't JUST reactive. Your dog is extremely uncomfortable, feeling unsafe, isn't enjoying life, and is at risk for several different health complications. I've attached some information down below about this. If your dog is reactive in anyway, PLEASE consult a trainer who is well versed in reactivity. My DMs are always open.

"When Fido’s body is placed under stress his body springs into action. Hormones are released called glucocorticoids and a ‘feedback loop’ is created. That means once the hormones are released and reach a particular concentration level, these hormones will – at the same time – stop the factors that stimulate its release, and this helps the body to regulate itself. However, when a dog is placed under prolonged stress this feedback loop can break down.

Some of the hormones that are released when a body is under stress include:

•Adrenaline. Typically the first hormone to be released when the dog experiences stress, trauma or physical pain. Adrenaline increases the heart rate, blood pressure, free fatty acids (which are important sources of fuel) and amount of sugar in blood causing dilation of the bronchial tubes and pupils. This results in a number of factors including the increased need for oxygen, causing the dog to pant. Adrenaline also indirectly causes the increasing amount of stress hormones that are released such as cortisol when the body is placed under stress.

•Cortisol (one of the glucocorticoids). This causes an increase in the concentration of glucose, fatty acids, amino acids in blood and can also be measured in urine. This ensures the body’s cells are fuelled with energy, helping the animal to be primed and ready for action.

•Aldosterone. Plays an important part in the regulation of blood pressure and function in the dog’s water balance, from the conservation of sodium and secretion of potassium. When dysregulated, aldosterone contributes to the onset of heart and kidney disease.

•Testosterone. This s*x hormone has an anabolic effect, it build muscles and impacts behaviour. Secreted primarily by in male’s testicles and, to a lesser extent, the ovaries of females, this hormone is connected to “a higher readiness for aggression, which is particularly prevalent in the animal world.”[1]

As you can see, when a dog is placed under stress the immediate result is an increase in the heart, blood pressure and respiratory rate, together with the animal’s cells fuelled with glucose and free fatty acids. Schloz & Von Reinhardt refer to this state as being at “optimum efficiency” otherwise known as eustress.[2] This is what enables the predator to hunt – and its prey to escape.

Stress can soon tire the body.

So what happens to the dog when he is unable to get away from the stimulus that is causing the stress, or there is not sufficient time to recover from the stressful encounter?

While the body may learn to ‘cope’, at a certain point the body will start to tire and exhaustion can set in. A dog that faces prolonged periods of stress is likely to encounter various physiological and psychological problems. This can include:

– the onset of diseases to the heart and kidneys
– high blood pressure
– stomach ulcers
– chronic diarrhoea
– frequent urination
– reproductive disorders
– mood change including an increased readiness for aggression
– interference with learning and memory
– and even a heart attack can all be the result from long-term stress."

Scource: https://www.hannegrice.com/walk-the-dog/stress-in-dogs-what-we-cant-see/

PFA of one of my board and trains, Squeak 🥰

05/31/2023

We are live with raffle spots! I will be adding a Google document with the current entries shortly! I have both board and train, AND session block raffles up! Please share!

**Entries will close when spots are full. Board and train will begin no sooner than July 1st, and the session block can be started at anytime following the initial contact with the winner.

https://xspeedk9.com/collections/raffles

05/30/2023

Did you know that smiling is actually a sign of discomfort? It is NOT cute (though it does look that way). This is one of my personal dogs, she is wearing splints due to a tragic accident she had at the beginning of the year. She does not like the splints at all and they make her very uncomfortable, but unfortunately they're are a necessary evil.

Dogs who are smiling could be uncomfortable for MANY reasons such as pain, nervousness, social discomfort, stress, etc. Dogs who are smiling (especially if you do not know them well) should always be handled with the knowledge that they could potentially be a bite risk, as lots of dogs utilize it as a warning. Uncomfortable dogs will definitely bite to create space if they feel it's appropriate, this should not be confused with aggression.

05/26/2023

Miss Rosie feeling very sleepy today after her introduction session for separation anxiety. 🥹

Rosie is a recent rescue. She has been through multiple homes and has even had a litter of puppies, she has also recently turned one. With so much to unpack, it's no wonder Rosie is such an uncomfortable dog, lacking confidence. Rosie has landed herself in a great home, and they reached out to us for help.

I look forward to sharing the progress she will make over the coming months. 🥰