Fortified K9

21/01/2025

🌟🐾 Training Tip Tuesday: Stay Positive! 🐾🌟

• Your energy affects your dog. 🐶✨

Dogs pick up on your emotions, so a calm and positive attitude helps keep them focused and motivated during training.

• Celebrate small wins. 🎉🐾

Every step forward is progress! Reward your dog for their efforts, even if they’re not perfect yet.

• Mistakes are part of learning. 🔄🐕

Stay patient and use errors as opportunities to guide your dog, rather than getting frustrated.

• Positivity builds trust. 🤝❤️

Encouragement and rewards create a stronger bond, making your dog more eager to work with you.

• Make training fun! 🎾🐾

Dogs love a cheerful partner. Turn training into a game to keep things engaging and enjoyable for both of you.

21/01/2025

Congrats to K9 Ace and Handler Allison with Metropolitan Schools Security on completing their handler course with us and NNDDA Narcotics and handgun certification

We’re going to miss Ace, but we know he’s going to be doing great work keeping Nashville Public Schools a safe place for students to learn💪

14/01/2025

🕒🐾 Training Tip Tuesday: Dogs Love Routine! 🐾🕒

• Consistency = Comfort. 🐶✨

A predictable schedule helps your dog feel safe and secure, reducing anxiety and improving their overall behavior.

• Routines build better habits. 📅🐾

Feeding, walking, and training at the same times every day helps your dog learn what to expect and reinforces good behaviors.

• Training thrives on repetition. 🎯🐕

Sticking to regular training sessions makes it easier for your dog to learn and retain new skills.

• Routine helps with transitions. 🏠🐾

Whether it’s moving to a new home or welcoming guests, a familiar schedule gives your dog a sense of normalcy during changes.

What’s your dog’s favorite part of their daily routine? Share below! 🐶👇

13/01/2025

Snow day ❄️

12/01/2025

Swipe for a photobomb 🤪

08/01/2025

This guy goes to his forever home soon!

It’s always such a bittersweet feeling knowing they’re going to have an amazing life with their person but also knowing how much you’ll miss them.

The focus the last few weeks has been cleaning up his obedience, working on house manners, and teaching him to be an enjoyable hiking buddy.

Most of the hiking I do is with my Malinois, and man, taking this guy made me remember why I always recommend German Shepherds to people 😅

He was so easy going, offered check ins, didn’t pull on the leash, and played great with the other dog we went with.

I love my mal, but sometimes it’s nice to have a happy go lucky, low drive dog 😂

07/01/2025

🍖🐾 Training Tip Tuesday: Use Treats Wisely! 🐾🍖

• Mix it up! 🍗🧀
Rotate treat types to keep your dog interested. Use a variety of textures and flavors to keep training exciting.

• Fade treats over time. 🎯📉
Once your dog masters a behavior, reduce treat frequency and replace them with praise or play to keep the focus on the command.

• Stay consistent with rewards. ⏱️🐕
Reward only the behaviors you want to reinforce. Avoid giving treats for “almost there” responses to prevent confusion.

• Use treats for distractions. 🚗🐾
High-value treats are great for training in high-distraction environments, like busy parks or around other dogs.

• Train during meal times. 🕒🍽️
Use your dog’s kibble as training treats to avoid extra calories and make mealtime more engaging.

What’s your go-to treat strategy? Share your tips below! 🐶👇

31/12/2024

🚪🐾 Training Tip Tuesday: Teach “Wait” at Doors! 🐾🚪

• Safety first, every time. 🛑🐶

Teaching your dog to pause at doors, whether or not a command is given, prevents accidents like bolting into traffic or slipping out unnoticed.

• Consistency is key. 🔑🐕

Your dog should learn that doors are always a “pause zone,” creating a reliable habit that works even if you’re distracted or your hands are full.

• Prepares them for the unexpected. 🌍🐾
Teaching your dog to pause at all doorways ensures they’ll stop and wait in any situation—whether it’s your home, a friend’s house, or a car door.

It’s easy to practice! 🎯🏠

• Leash your dog near a door.
• Say “wait” or show a stop signal as
you slowly open the door.
• Reward them for holding still, then
release with a cue like “all done!”

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas!!! 🎄

We hope everyone has a merry, safe, and blessed Christmas full of celebration and love.

“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace”

Isaiah 9:6

24/12/2024

🎄🐾 Training Tip Tuesday: Utilize a Kennel! 🐾🎄

• A kennel is your dog’s holiday safe haven. 🐶✨

With all the excitement of Christmas, a kennel provides a calm space where your dog can relax and avoid becoming overwhelmed.

• It helps them recharge during busy moments. 🐾🎁

Giving your dog time in their kennel helps them decompress, making them better equipped to handle holiday guests and festivities.

• Keeps arrivals stress-free for everyone. 🚪🎅

When guests come over, your dog can relax in their kennel instead of feeling the pressure to interact immediately, creating a smoother introduction.

• Supports better behavior during festivities. 🎁🐾

A rested dog is a happier dog! Regular kennel breaks prevent your pup from becoming overexcited or irritable during extended holiday events.

• Reinforces a positive routine. ⏰🐕

Sticking to kennel time during the holidays keeps their routine consistent, which helps reduce stress and provides them with structure amidst the chaos.

17/12/2024

🔄🐾 Training Tip Tuesday: Practice Creates Reliability! 🐾🔄

• The more you practice, the more reliable your dog becomes. 🐶✨
Repetition helps your dog learn to respond quickly and confidently, no matter the distraction or environment.

• Training isn’t “one and done.” ⏳🐾
Dogs need regular practice to maintain skills and keep behaviors sharp—just like humans need to practice to stay good at something.

• Reliability = Real-world success. 🌍🎯
Consistent practice ensures your dog will listen when it really matters, like coming when called or ignoring dangerous distractions.

• Small sessions, big results. 📅🐕
A few minutes a day of focused practice adds up to a well-trained, reliable dog you can trust in any situation.

13/12/2024

11/12/2024

Waffles personality pic 🧇

These guys are so much fun already