Born Good Dog Training, LLC

21/06/2024

Excited to announce that I’ve completed my Certified Professional Canine Nutritionist Certification! (CPCN)
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Working with dogs over the past decade, I’ve grown to be so passionate about not just their behavioral needs, but also their holistic wellness. Learning to fully understand their physical, mental & emotional needs, by looking at the whole dog. This starts with feeding our dogs species appropriate diets; in order to prevent diseases and increase overall health, well-being, and longevity.
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Canines are facultative carnivores - which means they require a prey-based diet that is rich in nutrients from meat, organs, bones, hide, and connective tissues! Feeding our dogs real food that they don’t just survive on, but that helps them to thrive & live the longest, healthiest lives possible. Even adding small amounts of fresh, real food to your current foods can make a HUGE difference in the long run.
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I can’t recommend this course enough to anyone in the pet industry wanting to expand their knowledge — veterinary professionals who are interested in learning about nutrition, behaviorists/trainers, groomers, etc! There’s also a Dog Food Basics Course for pet parents who want to better understand their dog’s anatomy, gut microbiome, and just overall wellbeing - and take the leap to begin feeding real food to their fur babes!
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If you are new to the world of feeding your dogs fresh food, “The Forever Dog, LIFE” book, by Dr. Karen Becker & Rodney Habib, has amazing ideas to start making some treats, meal toppers, etc. to get your foot in the door!

(Never switch your dog to a raw/homemade diet without working alongside a professional nutritionist! So much more goes into creating balanced dog meals & unfortunately you can’t only simply toss some meat and veggies in your crockpot 😉 If you are interested in consulting with a veterinary nutritionist, reach out and I’m happy to send some amazing references your way!)

12/03/2024

Been playing around with some trick training🌟
Teaching your dogs some fun, complex behaviors is a great way to work your dog’s brain & give them more challenging mental stimulation!

Key word here is FUN - this type of activity should always be in short bursts of training, with LOTS of patience and rewards.
Good job ! 🐩
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22/02/2024

Want to add more fresh/real food to your dog’s meals but don’t know where to start?!

There are so many foods that you probably already have in the fridge for your breakfasts, that are also loaded with health benefits for your pup!

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08/11/2023

impatiently waiting for Santa Paws…
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05/09/2023

Another summer in the books with the best human & dog clients a trainer could ask for!!
Adore each one of you endlessly, thank you for allowing me to do what I love most every single day 🫶🏼🦴🐾🦮🌊
Enjoy this Back To School photo by & her pack 😂🤍
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01/09/2023

Patiently waiting for October 1st 🍂🌾☕️🦴
(dogs on beach & boards!!!!)

Until then, we’ll enjoy our romps around Stinky Beach 💛

28/07/2023

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28/06/2023

Quick tips n tricks to prepare for the 4th of July 🇺🇸💥🌭🐾

As fun as this holiday may be for humans, it’s many dogs most dreaded day of the year. Make it as least stressful for your 4-legged family members as you can!
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(Also, make sure your dogs collars are on & their name tags are up to date)
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15/05/2023

Rocco💛🌞🌅
This sweet boy has trained with me from the time he was ~12 weeks old. He’s 1 now and is such a gem to have boarding at my house! Setting your puppy up with a strong training foundation at a young age is so so important and will benefit your dog for the rest of their life. Rocco’s family did such a nice job keeping up with socializing & exposing him; he’s super neutral in public, loves dogs/kids/cats, calmly lounged in the yard while I mowed the grass today… He is every bit of a power breed… but such a confident, sweet, well-rounded boy! 🤎🤩🐾💪🏼

11/05/2023

Bring your pup in to Real Raw Organics Kombucha Brewery & Café this weekend for a frozen healthy treat!! 🤩 🐾🫶🏼🫐

GOOD BOY BOWL🐾🦴🍦🍌available starting tomorrow

Loaded with all natural, raw ingredients to give your dog the energy boost & added nutrients they need for those long beach days!

Frozen bananas, blueberries, a scoop of PB, bee pollen, and a sprinkle of turmeric.

Bee pollen contains Quercetin; which is a natural antihistamine. A great way to help to reduce allergy symptoms in dogs!

Turmeric and its most active compound curcumin help prevent heart disease, Alzheimer's and cancer. It’s a potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant and also may help improve arthritis!

24/04/2023

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22/03/2023

Taking your dog on walks or out in public can be pretty miserable when they drag you everywhere you go. Before you get frustrated with your dog constantly pulling on leash, take a second to ask yourself…
• Have you ever taught your dog HOW to walk on a leash?!

Get back to basics! Practice walking on a leash in your house, your backyard, the driveway… Have you stopped using rewards with your dog? Load your pockets up with your dogs kibble or tiny snacks! Practice improving your engagement with each other often, not just when they’re already distracted and ignoring you.

🪄Tools don’t fix bad leash manners! If you use a prong or a slip, YOU still need to show your dog what you’re expecting of them.
So often trainers will hear “I bought a prong but it doesn’t work! He still pulls.”
Take it off. Please. 😅 It’s not the collar’s job to teach your dog how to walk, it’s the humans. Tools are great resources to help communicate with your dogs, but take the time to learn how, when, and why you’re using them first. 📚🤍🐾

21/03/2023

LOST/MISSING DOG - UPDATE $500 REWARD OFFERED
Mt Hermon Rd - Salisbury, MD

We posted this a few days ago but want to repost it again with the hopes that someone has seen her or knows where she is. Her name is Oakley, and she was last seen yesterday morning, off Mt Hermon Rd.

There is now a $500.00 reward being offered if anyone knows where she is or is able to help us find her. If you have seen this beautiful dog, please let us know.

Update 3/22/2023 at 1:35 PM
Some very kind folks saw this girl over at Wor-Wic Community College and let us know. Several people, attempted to catch the little critter but she just wouldn't let anyone get close enough to her. If you live in that area, behind Wor-Wic, near Long Ridge Rd, please keep your eyes open and if you see her, message the page immediately. Thank you.

Update 03/31/2023 AT 4:20 PM - This is one of the happiest posts I have made in a long time! Oakley has been found, her family has her, she is punished from EVER playing hide-and-go-seek again, she will be getting a bath, but all is well that ends well! Thank you to everyone that sent in messages, shared the posts and attempted to lure her in! The family is very appreciative and thankful!!!

15/03/2023

*Update! Found under a dock, scared but ok!!!

Bohdi is missing from 94th street in Ocean City. His collar has his owners name and number on it! He is loved and owner is frantic. Please message or call the shelter if you have seen him.

09/03/2023

Some quick & easy checklists to go through before you head out on your walks! 🦮
If you get your dog amped up before their walk, or they’re zooming around while you try to hook their leash, or you rush out the door with your arm being ripped out of its socket — try some of these pointers. Set the tone for your walks BEFORE you even get outside.

🦴If your dog is struggling to walk with a loose leash and you come home from every walk feeling exhausted or defeated, let’s chat!🐾

16/02/2023

soft spot for these derpy faces 🤭
This week is Snoop (& his human’s) first week of training and they’re already killin’ it.
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06/01/2023

prehistoric Captain 🦖🪨🦴
January is ‘Train Your Dog’ month! Make it a point to do atleast one fun new activity with your dog every day this month 🤩 Find a new trail to hike, learn a new scent work game, find new recipes to incorporate more foods into their diet!