Virginia Gessner Puppy Academy

21/01/2025

18/01/2025

Join one of our new outdoor group puppy training classes and watch your furry friend thrive. With engaging activities and expert guidance, your puppy will learn essential skills while having fun. Call 561.609.9082 for dates and to sign up.

17/01/2025

A puppy’s potential is waiting to be unleashed with personalized training that caters to their unique needs. Experience the joy of watching your puppy grow into a well-mannered companion through our specialized programs. Call us today to book a training session, 561-609-9082

16/01/2025

Coprophagia- When your dog eats p**p.

Although it may seem disgusting to us, puppies eating their p**p is pretty common. They typically grow out of this habit by the time they turn 1 year old.

There are several reasons why your puppy may be eating his or another dog’s p**p. The first thing is to rule out any medical reason for this habit. Conditions such as malabsorption of food, worms, parasites, or a gastrointestinal issue must first be checked.

If the cause is behavioral, it is important to teach your dog the “leave it” command and also provide mental stimulation with canine enrichment games.

Dogs also do this sometimes out of boredom, so spending time playing games, longer walks and teaching commands and manners goes a long way in eliminating unwanted behaviors.

Pure pumpkin or fresh pineapple can change the taste of p**p and be a good option to try as well.

In the meantime, you must be vigilant and pick up any p**p as soon as you see it to curb the behavior until your dog learns to “leave it”.

For more help with this issue, or for any other behavioral problems, call us at 561-609-9082 to schedule a session today.

15/01/2025

A well-trained puppy is a joy to have around. With engaging training sessions, your dog will learn essential skills while having fun. Contact us @ 561.609.9082 for in-home or vitrual training sessions.

14/01/2025

From a dog’s point of view!

13/01/2025

Celebrate the joy of puppyhood by sharing a favorite memory of your puppy’s first adventure. Whether it was a trip to the park or a playful romp in the backyard. We want to hear about those special moments that made you smile. Share a photo below.

13/01/2025

Transforming puppies into well-behaved companions Call us today @ 561.609.9082

13/01/2025

13/01/2025

A puppy’s training journey begins with understanding their unique needs. Discover how tailored training can set your furry friend on the path to success by visiting our website today: virginiagessnerpuppyacademy.com

12/01/2025

Did you know the most challenging time to raise a puppy is when they’re “teenagers’? The adolescent period for dogs usually begins around 8 months or so and continues until around age two. This is the time when they seem to “forget” everything they have ever been taught.

At Virginia Gessner Puppy Academy we offer teenage refresher sessions to get pups back on track. We also always suggest your dog is spayed or neutered before doing a teenager refresher program.

Call us today @ 561.609.9082 for more info or to book a session

10/01/2025

Top 10 Smartest Dog Breeds, according to The American Kennel Club

1. Border Collie, Herding Breed
2. Poodle, Toy, Miniature & Standard
3. German Shepherd, Herding Breed
4. Golden Retriever, Sporting Group
5. Doberman Pinscher, Working Group
6. Shetland Sheepdog, Herding Breed
7. Labrador Retriever, Sporting Group
8. Papillon, Toy Group
9. Rottweiler, Working Group
10. Australian Cattle Dog, Herding Breed

**Note, these are all pure bred registered breeds. Many “Designer Dogs” , dogs that are mixed breeds are also extremely intelligent. Most notably, any dog that has a mix of poodle, such as Maltipoo, Shihpoo, Goldendoogle.

What breed is your dog?

09/01/2025

We have a new name! Precious Pets is now Virginia Gessner Puppy Academy. We specialize exclusively in training puppies ages 10 weeks through 18 months. This critical stage in a dogs life requires special training and guidance to insure a well balanced dog for years to come. We are offering a New Year’s special to celebrate our new name and company direction. Call 561- 609-9082 for more info.

13/11/2024

Dog training doesn’t take long when it’s done properly.

We can teach your dog;

To sit in 1 lesson
To lay down in 1-2 lessons
To walk properly on a leash in 3-4 lessons.
To stop jumping in 2-3 lessons
To stay in 3-4 lessons

Isn’t your dog worth investing alittle time now to prevent future behavioral problems ? Call us today to get started. 561-609-9082

10/11/2024

Announcing our newest training program option. Have your dog trained while you’re away on vacation. We offer in your home 7-10 day training while you enjoy your vacation. When you come home, your pup will be a well behaved companion. Call today for more info. 561-609-9082