Team Jake

23/10/2022

22/03/2022

I just listened to this 30 minute presentation and it sure sounds good. Online training with personal backup for $300, $100 if you "do it now". Wish I had this a year ago.

08/11/2021

It is with profound sadness that I bring this news. Due to an unfortunate accident late Saturday afternoon, my buddy Jake was put to sleep. I want to thank all of those who encouraged and supported us along our journey. I wish with all my heart it hadn't ended this way. I am wounded deep and I miss him. In Jake's memory, please join me in advocating for proper socialization of puppies, the end of backyard breeding, and spaying/neutering to end overpopulation. I don't usually ask anything for myself but this time I am. Please say a prayer for me and the piece of my heart that went with him. I pray that I will feel his love again one day. I am so sorry, Jakey. XOXO

02/11/2021

Jake does an expert come, sit, and belly up but to stay means I'm more than a step away and he's not having it! Sure wish we could start transferring all this love and devotion to his forever person instead of me!

11/10/2021

Jake started a class today with 5 other dogs. No dog introductions for a while yet but as you can see, Jake was comfortable enough to perform and if anyone got too close for comfort, Jake was easily re-directed. So far, so good!

03/10/2021

We were walking down the street yesterday morning and Jake made a 45° left turn and led me straight to this box turtle that was about 15 feet off the road. This is about the 4th turtle he has lead me to. He's quite an asset to the Bay County Box Turtle Program 🐢 !

03/10/2021

Training Jake at Earnie's is at 8 a.m. for anyone wanting to come out.

03/10/2021

My buddy, Jake. After I got to know him, something in my gut told me he was destined to do something great - even heroic. But I also know because of his lack of socialization as a puppy he has limitations that very well might prevent him from his destiny. We are working to identify and overcome those limitations but the reality is he probably never will overcome them completely. It's such a sad story but one that plays over and over again in a region where people don't get their dogs spayed and neutered and end up with puppies that they don't have a clue how to train to be well adjusted pets. Help put an end to this terrible cycle by fixing your pets, encouraging others to fix their pets, and never getting a puppy unless you can do everything that's necessary for them to grow into a well-balanced, trained part of your family. Puppies take A LOT of work!

29/09/2021

Are you my person?

27/09/2021

Hooray for Jake!
Yes, he was curious but having six strange dogs and 10 strangers around didn't phase Jake at all. He's been invited to come even closer to the action next week! Yay! Join us next Monday at 8 a.m.

26/09/2021

Team Jake training tomorrow, Monday, September 27, 8:15 a.m. at K9 Training, 7818 Kingswood Rd, Southport, FL 32409. Come on out if you can. Pray for us if you can't!
Earnie will be conducting a new class while we work with Jake off to the side. It's going to be his first time there with dogs. Let the desensitization begin!

22/09/2021

Jake loves to explore new places. Here he is enjoying the beach!

22/09/2021

Somewhere, out there, my family exists.
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17/09/2021

Never saw a dog get so excited about a muscadine! My timing was horrible too. What's a dog to do?

13/09/2021

showed up for Jake this morning! Thanks Frieda, Kathy and Patrice for expanding Jake's life experiences!

13/09/2021

Mondays 9:00. Come hang out with Jake, Earnie and me at K9 Training.

K9 Training Panama City
7818 Kingswood Rd, Southport, FL 32409

09/09/2021

Supper with the Snuffle Mat, short and long versions. Not a single kibble was left behind!

08/09/2021

Jake really seems to like his new busy bone!! Thank you for the donations, Barbara!

08/09/2021

This is the first time I've seen Jake play with a toy.

08/09/2021

You think I might like this dog a little bit? He makes it easy.

08/09/2021

This squiggly tube was scary! No wonder Jake didn't want to go through it without me. But we did it!

03/09/2021

Jake gets a nice before-dark leg stretch everyday. This is the first time I had my phone with me to video it. He's usually more enthusiastic! I think he had his mind on supper!

23/08/2021

Our kind and gentle friend, Kathy Poffenberger, met Jake and I at Kinsaul Park this morning. Did someone say "cookie"? After that we went to visit Earnie Via, I think for the 4th time. Jake still isn't ready to let Earnie pet him but Jake is much more relaxed than he's been the previous times. Can't thank Earnie enough for his guidance and encouragement!

18/08/2021

Third meeting with Ed and this time Ed is wearing a hat. Also Ed offers petting on the chin and Jake shows Ed he's down for it! We need more volunteers to do what Ed is doing - taking it at Jake's pace.

17/08/2021

Looking for a great snuggler? Jake is available for adoption to the right person. Message us if interested.

17/08/2021

Jake was not properly socialized as a puppy which has made him extremely vulnerable to being euthanized. Read this article to understand that having a balanced, well-socialized dog takes work! If you're not willing or able to do the work, don't get a puppy. If your dog isn't fixed, make an appointment to get it done today...lives depend on it!

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/puppy-socialization/

Learn the best time to socialize your puppy, how to do it right, and why it's important from AKC's dog training experts.

12/08/2021

Jake was so happy to see his Aunt Frieda today: she's been gone about a month! Look at him hugging and kissing her!❤❤❤❤

08/08/2021

Jake is no slouch when it comes to sniffing things out! He's a very smart dog.

08/08/2021

Mental stimulation is such hard work!

08/08/2021

Jake went with me to the yard sale today and a very nice man there volunteered to toss him treats. I don't know, folks, with so few people helping, this is going to take forever. Having to depend on the kindness of random strangers on the street isn't exactly what I was hoping for. If anyone is willing to help - even for a few minutes a couple times a week- I will bring him to you. All you have to do is go about your business and ignore him so he can watch you and see you're not going to hurt him. After multiple visits of doing nothing, we can graduate to throwing some treats while still not interacting. We don't want to press him, we want him to gradually gain trust and confidence so his fear evaporates. If you are willing to give it a try, please let me know!

21/07/2021

Prayers for Jake and Daisy. They're getting heartworm treatment today and tomorrow.

20/07/2021

Jake loves car rides, air conditioning and belly rubs. He would really love to have a real home.

20/07/2021

Jake is looking for someone who's going to love him and keep him safe. You might have to earn his trust but once you do, he's going to love you for life!

30/06/2021

Please come meet Jake. He needs a village.

30/06/2021

This is why we need male volunteers! Using strangers is not the way to go but without volunteers, it's our only option.