Mindful Doggo

31/10/2024

For those with fearful or anxious dogs, this is something to consider for trick or treaters. Kids in costume ringing the doorbell can be a really stressful time for our doggos. Happy to send this to anyone to print and hang on your door! Be kind to dogs 😊🥰

20/09/2024

We are indoctrinating them young

05/08/2024

COLA peeps. Head to this Saturday with your elementary or middle school aged kiddos for yoga games led by for the 2024 Learn Freely Fest. Registration is required and space limited. If you can’t snag a spot, there will be tons of other fun things to do!!! See you there ✨🌈☀️

24/07/2024

24’ Bonnie & Clyde

18/07/2024

Pet client highlight ✨: M A V E R I C K

Don’t be fooled by the bow tie, Maverick suffered from barrier frustration. A baby gate prevented him from interacting in his environment the way he wanted so he communicated with the sharpest, ear piercing, chest vibrating bark on repeat 🆘📢 🙉

We were able to improve his threshold and tolerance for frustration in just three sessions, along with some basic obedience. This little guy just absolutely crushed duration cues (place, sit-stay, wait) and showed resilience like a champ

Now the bow tie is pretty fitting for his gentlemanly manners

17/07/2024

At 1 years old this girl already has positive reinforcement dog training skills

01/07/2024

“A double water over ice biscuits for me, please” - that doggo probably

We proudly offer force-free dog training in Columbia, SC to bring you and your dog closer together without pain and punishment.

30/06/2024

PSA to those that using shredding boxes for Doggo enrichment. USPS sends these free to your door and you can easily stack them for storage and use these each day. Remember to recycle the shredding once you are done 🙂

18/10/2023

Was interviewed by Brian Lofrumento and had an awesome convo about the hustle of starting a business and the dog industry at large. Have a listen and let me know what you think!

29/08/2023

If you think CESAR MILAN or SOUTH END DOG TRAINING are reputable dog trainers you may want to reevaluate. As CCPDT states, popularity does not equate to competence or ethical practices. The methods compulsion, punishment based, or ‘balanced’ trainers employ have been outdated for more than 15 years. The more dogs you work with the more you’ll understand these methods simply do not work. Dog daddy is an extreme case of dog abuse that went viral but there are other less obvious trainers who employ practices that are also outdated. If you’d like to follow dog trainer accounts, look instead to dog trainers who can read body language, stress signals, and are dedicated to long term results instead of short term results at the cost of your wallet and a dogs suppressed emotional state.

How many of us have tried to change our own behavior or habits for a lifestyle change such as healthier eating, working out, studying, or not procrastinating on work assignments? Behavioral changes in a dog, much like that of humans, do not happen in a few sessions. It takes grace, a motivation to change, and an understanding of how they think and how to rewire the brain to have a long-lasting impact.

I hope you’ll challenge any previous thoughts you may have had regarding dog behavior and chose to dedicate to more ethical, science-backed approaches to dog training moving forward

Wishing you all the dog kisses in the world,
Jackie

17/04/2023

Now accepting private clients for June - in home, day training, or virtual ✌️ DM, email [email protected] or call (339) 927-1158 to chat about next steps

03/02/2023

A little Friday reminder to whoever needs to hear this that taking care of another living being is very tiring and you deserve to take a break. Often we prioritize others needs over our own, especially when caretaking for another, but your own mental and physical health is just as important. Your dog will still love you all the same and be there for you when you are feeling re-energized ❤️

23/01/2023

Myth Buster: Using treats and positive reinforcement for training is bribing my dog and they won't listen to me if I don't have treats 👉 swipe for some debunking

20/01/2023

Mindful practice for a dog may sound silly, but its actually super beneficial. Dogs don't really struggle to stay "present" but they do need help managing their emotions. Calming them down can help tremendously in their learning, their present moment, and their emotional well-being. Try these 5 tips to incorporate mindfulness with your dog everyday

18/01/2023

When working with animals, stripping your ego is imperitive. Sometimes Blue here needs a moment to process before she registers what I am asking and what that means from her end. Generally she takes anywhere from 1-5 seconds before she performs the cue as the brain gets to work. And, hey, sometimes an itch takes over and she's gotta attend to that midway through performing. Never punish your dog for these moments. Strip your ego away – its okay if someone (including a doggo!) doesn't validate your requests immediately, they've got their own stuff going on. Remember we don't control our dogs we influence them. Let your doggo move through whatever is distracting them, and try again when they can focus. Training should be fun!!!! Don't spoil a good time and experience for your dog by letting your complex get the best of you. Happy training ✌️

15/01/2023

Myth Buster: My dog is bad because they exhibit problem or behavior issues. 👉Swipe for debunking

14/01/2023

5 training tips to help with your obedience cues at home
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12/01/2023

Here is our philosophy on training. Build the foundations and make your way to expert level for any cues you want your dog to learn. We prefer the term 'influence' over 'obedience', because this helps frame that we are not forcing or controlling our dogs, however we are influencing and encouraging certain movements and behaviors. DM or click the link in bio to get in touch for training help ✌️