The Balanced Pack - Joy Ford

04/07/2024

Happy 4th of July! Remember, your dog probably doesn't enjoy the fireworks as much as you do. We recommend setting up a quiet, secure area in your home where your dog can feel safe. Include their bed, toys, and some treats. 🥰

29/05/2024

Positive Approach Dog Training & Daycare

Our Level 3 Classes (Less Talk, More Action) are starting the first week of June. Take a look at the schedule or call in for information. We will have several classes throughout the Summer.

24/04/2024

🐾🌟 Selecting the right type of litter for your beloved cat is crucial for their comfort and your convenience.
Remember, every cat is unique, so don't be afraid to try out different litters until you find the one that suits your furry friend best. Happy litter hunting! 🌿🐾

19/04/2024

🐱 Hey fellow cat lovers! Let's talk about something super important: litter box size! 🚽 Did you know that providing the right size litter box for your feline friend is crucial for their comfort and wellbeing?
Size Matters: Cats like their space, especially when it comes to their bathroom business. The litter box should be at least one and a half times the length of your cat, allowing them to comfortably turn around and dig without feeling cramped.
😺 behavior 🐾

13/04/2024

11/04/2024

Happy National Pet Day! 🥰🐶🐱🐭🐹🐰🐷🐮🐺🦮🐩🐕‍🦺🐈🐈‍⬛🐓🦃🐾🐾🐾

10/04/2024

Looking for training for your dog? Positive Approach Dog Training & Daycare

Check out our latest dog training classes! 🐕 We've just updated the schedule on our website. Easy online registration is now open!

Visit our website to find out more and sign up today: https://www.positiveapproachdogtraining.com/index.php/training/

10/04/2024

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🤩🥳🥰Learn about puppies for FREE!? Can it get any better!?

Welcome to our new episode all about puppies! Today, we're focusing on two important things: socialization and developmental stages. Socialization is super important for puppies because it helps them learn how to interact with other dogs, people, and their surroundings. It's all about giving them po...

09/04/2024

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🐾Puppies and More!!! Newest Podcast is now available! 🫶🌈🍡

Welcome to our new episode all about puppies! Today, we're focusing on two important things: socialization and developmental stages. Socialization is super important for puppies because it helps them learn how to interact with other dogs, people, and their surroundings. It's all about giving them po...

05/04/2024

LEVEL 3, "LESS TALK, MORE ACTION" CLASSES ARE STARTING IN JUNE!

26/03/2024

🐾 Whether you're a new cat parent or a seasoned pro, Kitty Be Good offers top-notch feline behavior support that'll have your kitty purring with contentment in no time. 🐾 I highly recommend Kitty Be Good for all your feline behavior support.

26/03/2024

In this bark-worthy episode of Canine Insights, we're thrilled to welcome Alex, The Dog Sensei, a certified dog trainer. This episode promises to be a tail-wagging treat! Tune in for woofs of wisdom and unleash your pup's full potential with Alex, The Dog Sensei.
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In this bark-worthy episode of Canine Insights, we're thrilled to welcome Alex, The Dog Sensei, a certified dog trainer. This episode promises to be a tail-wagging treat! Tune in for woofs of wisdom and unleash your pup's full potential with Alex, The Dog Sensei.

21/03/2024

If you adopt a dog, I have a wonderful digital behavior guide available now for only $45 dollars to get you and your new rescue dog on the right path! https://www.balanced-pack.com/product-page/the-balanced-pack-guide-to-better-behavior

Spring is in the air! 🌷🌞☔️ Spring brings fresh starts, and what better way to celebrate than giving a shelter pet their chance at a new beginning.

Join us for Spring Into Love Wednesdays where adoption fees for adult dogs, adult cats, and all critters will be 50% off EVERY WEDNESDAY this spring!

View all of our available pets on our website: thehumanesociety.org/adopt

21/03/2024

🐾🌟 Exciting Announcement! 🌟🐾

Are you eagerly anticipating the arrival of a new furry friend into your home? Or perhaps you've already welcomed them with open arms and want to ensure they thrive in their new environment? Look no further!

🎉 Introducing the NEW Digital Behavior Guide 📚 available exclusively on the Balanced Pack website! 🎉

Whether you're considering adding a puppy to your family or embracing the companionship of an adult dog, our comprehensive guide is here to support you every step of the way.
CHECK IT OUT!

The Guide to Better Behavior: This guide addresses common behavioral issues and how to understand your canine companian better. You'll discover effective strategies for fostering positive behaviors and preventing problems before they arise. Learn how to communicate effectively with your dog, strengt...

20/03/2024

🚨 Urgent plea for dry adult dog food! 🚨

Last year alone, we distributed nearly 90,000 pounds of pet food to pets in need in our community. This year, demand has doubled, and we need your support to continue providing pet food and supplies to those who need it most.

Your donations of dry adult dog food can help us ensure that no pet goes hungry. Whether it's a small bag or a large one, every contribution matters and goes directly to those who need it most.

➡️ Drop off donations at 2608 Center Street in Tacoma, WA or shop our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3LLJAE67TG09?type=wishlist&filter=all&sort=priority&viewType=list

Let's come together to keep tails wagging and bellies full. Thank you for your compassion and generosity!

17/03/2024

Help your pet heal with Assisi's targeted pulsed electromagnetic field devices for pain, inflammation, and separation anxiety.

15/03/2024

Thanks to our community, we made some progress on making much needed space, but we still have a ways to go! Yesterday, 13 amazing pups found loving homes and we welcomed 9 new dogs through our doors, bringing our total in care to 117 with just 89 dog kennels. 🐶💕

Let's keep up the momentum and continue working together to ensure every pet finds the love and care they deserve.

By adopting, fostering, helping to get a lost pet back home, spreading the word about our shelter, or donating, you're directly impacting the lives of these pets. 💚

View our adoptable dogs here: thehumanesociety.org/adoptable-pet-category/dogs/

15/03/2024

Is your dog displaying persistent behavioral challenges despite training efforts? Dealing with such issues can be daunting and stressful. However, ensuring your dog's mental balance is crucial.
There is hope! Schedule a virtual or for Washington State residents an In-Home Consultation today!

14/03/2024

Jeri Lynn was recently on The Balanced Pack podcast to discuss nurturing strong, positive relationships between dogs and their humans! ☺️ Here's the link if you'd like to give it a listen:

https://www.balanced-pack.com/podcast/episode/377ca3db/special-guest-jeri-lynn-v-certified-dog-trainer☺️

12/03/2024

🚨 𝐃𝐎𝐆 𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐀𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐂𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐈𝐒 🚨

Our dog kennels are completely FULL and we urgently need to make space for incoming animals. As one of the only open-admission shelters in the state, our doors must remain open for sick pets, injured pets, and victims of abuse or neglect, but we’re stretched to our limit.

With over 120 dogs in our care and only 89 kennels, we are no longer able to provide the standard of care for housing and are urgently seeking your help to reduce our dog population in the shelter.

This has left us desperate to find loving homes and fosters for the animals in our care in order to accommodate those who still need our help.

Here are five ways you can help with this extreme overcrowding:

🐾 𝐀𝐝𝐨𝐩𝐭: Starting March 12th through March 17th, we are waiving adoption fees for adult dogs 2 years and older to create space to sustain our lifesaving operations.
There are so many wonderful dogs that can't wait to meet you 💚 View them here:
https://www.thehumanesociety.org/adoptable-pet-category/dogs/

🐾 𝐅𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫: If adoption isn't an option right now, could you FOSTER? We're in desperate need of foster families for large-breed dogs to help us alleviate the overcrowding. Every temporary home makes a world of difference. Learn more about fostering here: https://www.thehumanesociety.org/get-involved/foster/

🐾 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫: If you can hold on to a lost pet, their family will have an easier time getting them back if they stay in the neighborhood they were found. We can provide those who find lost pets with supplies such as food, kennels, leashes, and collars. If you’ve lost or found an animal, visit our Lost/Found page to take the right steps. https://www.thehumanesociety.org/lost-and-found-pets/

🐾 𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐝: Help us raise awareness by sharing our message through Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Nextdoor, community gatherings, and conversations with friends and family.

🐾 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞: This sudden and unexpected emergency has put a massive strain on our resources. If you are able, please consider making a monetary gift now. By making a gift today, you'll ensure our team is able to help animals in need and continue assisting the animals who need us most. https://www.thehumanesociety.org/donate/

Let’s work together to give these dogs the loving homes they deserve!

11/03/2024

10/03/2024

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Did you know you can rent safe and private dog parks hosted by locals for your dog(s) to go frolic and do activities with you? Check it out!🐕🐾

Sniffspot is designed for safe exercise and training in the safety of a private dog park. The best experiences and fun for you and your dog

09/03/2024

PLEASE DO NOT USE ELECTRIC COLLARS!!! They are inhumane, painful, unnecessary, and cause mental distress to the point of causing or exacerbating behavior issues. Please get help from a certified trainer or behavior consultant if your dog is having behavior issues to get you on the right path.

Stryker arrived at our shelter emaciated and with a gaping, infected neck wound. He was scared, hungry, and desperate for a cure from his suffering. Our experienced veterinary team believed the painful wound was caused by the searing burns of a shock collar.

Fortunately, they knew an effective way to alleviate his pain safely and quickly. Our vet team applied a specialized ointment to Stryker’s neck and used fluorescent light therapy to rapidly accelerate his skin cell regeneration. Like magic, the wound began to heal with each passing day, reducing the huge gash and Stryker’s near constant pain.

Transformations like this are only possible thanks to the consistent support of our monthly donors. This compassionate community provides emergency medical treatment for thousands of pets each year.

Please become a Loyal Friends Club member today to show your advocacy for Pierce County’s most vulnerable pets. Your commitment right now will unlock a $25k for the animals! ➡️ thehumanesociety.org/loyal-friends-club/

08/03/2024

Did you know? We have urgent care all day on Mondays and on a case-by-case basis the rest of the week. If you need us, please call and feel free to share our post! We want to help as many pets as possible! 🐶💙🐱🩵
In fact, Dr. Jensen will be seeing urgent care patients in the morning tomorrow, Friday 3/8/24. We hope to see you soon!

08/03/2024

Great Vet clinic in Tacoma!

Did you know? We have urgent care all day on Mondays and on a case-by-case basis the rest of the week. If you need us, please call and feel free to share our post! We want to help as many pets as possible! 🐶💙🐱🩵
In fact, Dr. Jensen will be seeing urgent care patients in the morning tomorrow, Friday 3/8/24. We hope to see you soon!

06/03/2024

NEW EPISODE! EXPLORING AGGRESSION IN DOGS❤️‍🩹🛑⚠️📣
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Today, we're tackling a topic that's often misunderstood....aggression in dogs. Whether it's growling, snapping, or biting, aggressive behavior in our furry friends can be concerning and challenging to handle. Together, we'll start to explore the underlying causes of aggression and other topics arou...