Nine to Five Canine

01/03/2024

Everyone is in a rush to get somewhere or
“walk their dog” and the intension is awesome! However if your dog is pulling you on leash, moving directly to a destination or in a linear path without teaching what leash pressure actually means first can quickly set you, and your dog, up to fail.
Practice this now, so you can ENJOY your walks in the future.

Leash work in general comes down to engagement and understanding leash pressure. Changing directions can help to refocus your dog to move with you instead of against you and that pulling no longer gets them to what they want faster, if at all.

When you first start out, don’t set a destination as you will most likely fail to get there or it will take much longer to get there without pulling. Set your self up for success by just practicing in a small area where you can walk a random pattern, such as a backyard, driveway, parking lot, or open field.

When your dog understands how to turn leash pressure off by moving inward to release it and check in to move with you in another direction, you can then start to focus on the FEEL of your leash being tight vs loose and therefore know exactly where your dog is in relation to you.

This allows your visual focus to then switch off of your dog and onto where you are actually wanting to go.

💡Loose leash walking is different than a full focused heel and not always a true command, but is a great starting point to progress to that next level.

Practice now, walk later.🚶‍♂️🐾

16/02/2024

Some dogs are more difficult than others and can be a daily challenge. Progress can be hard to see on a regular basis but It is always good to remember where you started in your training journey and that you are not alone.

💡Work with a trainer who coaches YOU to be a better handler and not just trying to change your dog. Personality won’t change but behavior and your response can.

15/02/2024

We are all guilty of it, repeating our dog’s name over and over, time and time again. As they blankly stare back, we stand opposite them waiting for the completion of a command we have yet to actually say.

Whether cueing a wanted or unwanted behavior remember that your dog’s name gets their attention, what are you looking for them to do?

A dog’s name can easily become desensitized when used too frequently without anything following it.

How many times do you say your dog’s name in a day?🤔

13/02/2024

Socialization is not physical play or interactions. Socialization is a highly overused term that has been improperly paired with being “social” as we would be as humans.
Socialization for dogs is actually just the act of exposing your dog to the world around them. New sights, smells, textures or surfaces, tastes, and even handling of their feet and body expand your dog’s knowledge of what they may encounter again later in life or possibly on a daily basis.
The more positive exposures they have on a consistent basis the higher the value of that positive association and memory of the experience.
The key here is the association needs to be consistently positive not just once or twice. You are looking for quality exposures over a controlled consistent period.

Because early socialization is key and the prime socialization development phase where a dog’s mind is the most OPEN to new experiences drops at 16 weeks, you CAN safely expose your puppy to the world before full vaccinations when done under the right precautions.

💡Expose your pup to:
-New people and children. Start at a distance!
-Surfaces and textures (grass, pavement, hardwood, tile, sand, city grates and more)
-Sounds (depending on where you live this may look different but think city noise, foot traffic in an apartment hallway, car traffic and horns, birds, door bells and alarms etc. You can also play thunder and fireworks via YouTube at low levels)
-Husbandry (collars, leashes, handling of their paws, ears and body)
-Tastes (Peanut butter, cheese, fruit, veggies, chicken, beef, fish etc.)
-Places (the crate, car, your street or neighborhood, groomer, Home Depot, Lowes, Old Navy, TJ Maxx) *See below*

🚨*If not yet fully vaccinated- Avoid physical interactions with other dogs, dog parks, dog daycares, puddles, f***s, and wildlife. Avoid putting your puppy on the floor of any public store, in most cases you can carry them or use a cart for safe observation and visual experiences.

27/09/2023

Looking to buy two Large Ruffland kennels! Figured I’d check around before buying new. Thanks in advance for any leads!
Pick up on Cape or Boston area*

15/08/2023

Tuesday Trivia!
Play along every Tuesday on our Instagram story

19/07/2023

A very important reminder! ❤️🐾

07/06/2023

Love this idea! Go grab your dog a pup cup all month long to donate proceeds💗

You may not know the full story of but we know she was a highlight of our time a and when she crossed the rainbow 🌈 💔🐾earlier this year, we knew we had to do something to honor her special memory. Her dog dad told us all about the extraordinary care and treatment she received from .angell so we’re donating 100% of the proceeds of all Pup 🐶 Cups sold in June to .angell in Lady’s honor. Grab your pup and come help us honor 💗

16/05/2023

Love this good boy, the Larsons and all that Fair Acres has taught me since graduation many years ago!

Philly was truly my pleasure to train❤️🐾

Meet Philly, the latest addition to the Fair Acres and Larson family. Philly’s name came from the beautiful city of Philadelphia where Molly Larson lived

21/04/2023

Bunker is a 1 1/2 year old GSD that came to us with his owner Taylor to address reactivity towards other dogs on leash, and with hopes of gaining off leash training.

While Bunker loved other dogs and frequently attended daycare, he would flip a switch when on leash. What he needed was clear communication and direction to know what he should do in times of uncertainty.

We are so proud of the work put in by both of them to have better communication, and expectations, when real life distractions come into play.

They can now BOTH enjoy their on leash walks and off leash adventures!🐾❤️

19/04/2023

Yes there is a difference!

I always say we love dogs for being dogs and not robots so your dog should never be under command 100% of the time (this is also why a release cue is very important!).

🐾 Loose leash walking allows you to enjoy your dog on leash without a command by teaching what leash pressure is and what should be done when your dog nears or hits the end of said leash. When you teach your dog what leash pressure means and what to do when it happens, they can then release tension themselves for you. Which result in both of you enjoying your walks together instead of working against each other or avoiding walks all together.

🐾 Heel on the other hand is a position command. Heel is typically on the handler's left side with your feet and your dog’s front paws aligned. Your dog should have full focus on you as the handler until released. I like to teach this as a movement command with an auto sit when you stop but that is optional. Heel is very useful in tight spaces when passing some one or something else. Heel can also be used to keep your dog’s focus off of a trigger why moving.

If this is something you are struggling with, let us help you!
Post in the comments, DM, or visit us on our website to find out more
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06/03/2023

Introducing Leo!
Breed: Bernese Mountain Dog
Age: 6 months

🐾Leo came to training for on and off leash obedience, proactive leash manners for a soon a be a Large dog, and to focus on “Stranger Danger” which is common to see pop up around his age.

🐾Working on solidifying his foundational skills, and building his confidence in new and distracting environments will set this sweet boy up for success long term.

10/12/2021

Today, is dedicated to A dog that was a major factor in my life for so many years, close to 19 in fact, my first dog Lexi.
It’s never easy to say goodbye but earlier this week we had to, and I miss you so much already.

A dog I BEGGED my parents for until I was 10 yrs old. Saying I would always take her out to p*e or for walks and I would do chores for however long it took for me to get her.

A dog I picked for my family before even meeting her. The runt and only black puppy of the litter, meeting her later I knew I picked the right girl.

A dog that opened my heart to mixed breeds and mutts even though she would now be called designer.

A dog that accepted me getting my own dog and welcoming her into the family… Maybe not with open arms, but with wisdom and a quick lesson or two.

A dog that put up with SO many of my trainees, fosters, and dogs I took in for a night or two throughout high school, college, and my first years of business.

A dog that taught me so much about life, that vegetables can be a treat, and that training does in fact take work even after that Petsmart puppy class.

A dog I would do countless chores and beg for over and over again if she could just live forever. Thank you for being the perfect first dog. Lexi, you will be thought of every day and with every dog I train.

14/04/2021

New look, same training✨

12/03/2021

Check out our new website! www.ninetofivecanine.com

11/03/2021