Modern Minds Dog Training

09/10/2022

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16/08/2022

Duke and his parents have been working for months on preparing for this day! Today I went with Duke and his mom to his veterinary visit. Although it wasn’t perfect, the veterinarian and vet tech were able to safely draw blood, vaccinate, and examine Duke. He was able to take treats which was a big success as well, and he made friends with the vet! We came away today with a new medication plan, as well as some ideas for where to go next with his training as we did see some issues crop up.

*the slip lead in the photo is not something we use for training, but we used it as a 3rd layer of safety when bringing Duke in and out of the building.

15/07/2022

I’m so, so proud of Duke and his parents! We’ve been working on muzzle training for a good bit and he’s finally ready to wear it to the vet. This was our first big goal.

Once we are able to get a good vet check up and some medication on board, our next goal will be working on his reactivity toward dogs and people.

28/05/2022

Rolling in Dead Things: A Compilation

25/05/2022

Nothing sweeter than pups cuddling on a late night 💜

25/05/2022

Being in a relaxed headspace is so important for our dogs to be able to learn! This is especially true when we are working on tough behaviors that are fueled by fear, such as barking and lunging at people and/or other dogs. Love this quote 💜

"If we can teach a human or a dog to take slower, deeper breaths, they relax, their heart-rate decreases, & they can be more-attentive to focusing on the task at hand."

Karen Overall, DVM

23/05/2022

Every. Time.

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📷: Becky Barnicoat Comics ❤️

04/04/2022

You are not a bad dog owner, and your dog is not a bad dog 💜

22/03/2022

If you just got a new puppy or dog and you’re feeling lost, sign up for this online class!

20/03/2022

A walk doesn't always have to be a "walk", but a way to explore. Author is https://m.facebook.com/Dogkindtraining

17/03/2022

🐶 Meet Timon! 🐶

Timon is one of my stuffed dog sidekicks that helps my clients practice training skills with their dogs at a low intensity before practicing with real dogs.

A good majority of my clients hire me to help their dogs feel more comfortable walking past dogs on neighborhood walks without feeling the need to bark and lunge and generally give other dogs the middle finger 🖕🏼.

When first learning the skills to change these behaviors, we need to practice with lower distractions. This is where Timon comes in. He’s (almost too) still, quiet, and relatively non-threatening. I can gradually build his behavior up to mimic a real dog to challenge my client’s dog as needed until they’re ready for the real thing!

Bonus: your neighbors will think you’ve gone mad when they see you outside your house with me and Timon 🤪

08/03/2022

Dog Parents!

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04/03/2022

Some of my clients cautiously ask me during our first meeting… “Is it okay for my dog to sleep with us in the bed?”

Most of the time, I say YES! 🥰

For most of my clients, allowing the dog to sleep in the bed with them is NOT the root cause of behavior issues. It does not make your dog think they are “alpha.” (I’ll go on a rant about dominance theory another day lol)

In a small amount of cases, we will transition a dog to sleep in a different area for safety reasons, usually involving a newborn baby coming home, resource guarding of the bed from one of the spouses, or issues with another dog that is also sleeping in the bed at night.

So if it’s not an issue for you, keep snuggling with your pups in bed.💜

03/03/2022

Meet Winston!

This Good Boy ™️ joined the Modern Minds training program to learn how to:
💜potty ONLY outside
💜keep his cute fluffy grinch paws off the counters
💜come when called
💜calm down after alerting to the evil mail man
💜walk nicely on a leash

Winston loved training with treats so much that he slobbered all over my shirt and clipboard. I think that’s a good sign that he will learn very, very quickly😊💜

22/02/2022

Does your dog get adequate amounts of sleep during the day? 💤

Remember that your dog should be sleeping 12-14 hours per a 24 hour period. Puppies need even more! If your dog isn’t getting enough rest, this can cause and exacerbate behavioral issues.

Set your dog up with a calm, quiet and cozy sleeping area for naps during the day to make sure they are well rested!

20/11/2020

Let your dogs be dogs.

18/11/2020

Come join me Friday evening to learn how to teach your dog to walk politely on leash!

17/11/2020

Come join me this Saturday! We have a couple more spots in my Puppy Start Right Preschool class 🥰 Let me know if you would like to sign up!

15/11/2020

Come join me and earn your dog’s CGC title! Message me if you’re not sure about eligibility.

AKC CGC class starting next Saturday the 21st, at 12:45 pm! www.kraftyk9dogsports.com/companiondog

14/11/2020

We had an Aussie party this morning in puppy class! 😍

13/11/2020

11/10/2020

Hoomans, I cannot fits on this thing! Can’t you see?

10/10/2020

No tricks, all treats... or else.

05/10/2020

30/09/2020

I had an absolutely fantastic lesson with Triss and her mom Alyssa today. Over the last couple of months, we’ve been laying the groundwork needed to begin introducing Triss to her biggest trigger: other dogs. Alyssa is doing such an amazing job, and today it really showed. Triss was able to relax and sit on her mat outside in an unfamiliar area of the parking lot. Just a couple of weeks ago, this was a challenge. Stay tuned for more updates!

11/09/2020

🚨 1 spot left for my AKC Canine Good Citizen class starting Monday, September 21st from 6:45pm-7:45pm! 🚨

CGC is a ten-skill training program that focuses on teaching the basics of good manners and obedience, instilling the values of responsible ownership, and strengthening the bond between you and your dog at home and out in the community.

If your dog already has a pretty solid handle on basic manners, but you want to take them to the next level and challenge their skills, this class is for you!

Click here to learn more about the CGC title: https://www.akc.org/products-services/training-programs/canine-good-citizen/

Sign up for CGC class at Krafty K9 here: www.kraftyk9dogsports.com/companiondog

05/08/2020

🐶 So, you got a pandemic puppy... 🐶

The cute, squishy face and the puppy breath intoxicated you. You couldn’t say no!

Now, a few weeks later, you’re shaking your head. How do you get this bundle of fur and teeth to stop chewing on everything? Why does he keep pooping in the house? And WHY won’t he listen to me??

How do you make sure this little puppy becomes a well trained and socialized addition to your family?

Training and socialization at an early age is one of the most important gifts you can give your dog (and yourself!). Your puppy’s socialization window closes between 12-16 weeks of age, which means it’s extremely important to join a puppy class ASAP!

I am starting a new round of group puppy socialization classes, where we talk about:

🐶 common puppy issues (potty training, crate training, etc.)
🐶 basic manners (sit, leave it, come, etc.)
🐶 socialization with other puppies and humans
🐶 socialization to novel items, surfaces, and sounds (veterinary and grooming equipment, umbrellas, vacuums, etc.)

Click the link in the comments below or PM me for more information on our Puppy Perks class!

(We have strict COVID-19 safety guidelines. Please let me know if you would like to know more about what we do to keep our students safe!)

14/07/2020

😴 Puppy Perks got me like...😴

Martin and Luci were tuckered out after class last week! Sweet, sweet beagle babies 😍

10/07/2020

💊 Does your dog like to take medicine? If not, try this simple solution!💊
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For the past week, Charlotte has been taking an antibiotic for a UTI. On the second day, she spit the pill out of the pill pocket! 😱
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I found an easy and simple solution to fix this issue. Instead of using a huge pill pocket that she will most likely chew to deliver the pill, I tore it into multiple pieces. Then, I hid the pill in one of the pieces. We did a little “treat train🚂 .”
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I give her one treat at a time, first an empty one or two, then the one containing the pill, then treattreattreat quickly so that she doesn’t have time to realize there’s a pill in there!
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Now Charlotte waits patiently each morning to get her “treat train,” and doesn’t seem to even notice that there’s a pill in any of the treats.
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Note, it is best to try this before your dog develops a strong aversion to taking medication— this might not work for all dogs depending on the taste/smell of the medication and the dog’s history with taking pills.

***Video posted in the comments***

08/07/2020

💕 Success takes hard work, patience, and a lot of time 💕
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At first, I had mixed feelings starting a puppy class an hour before Charlotte’s agility class. This meant I would have to bring Charlotte with me to work and have her wait patiently in a crate while I taught class. In the past, she has been anxious to be away from me in public spaces, and I didn’t know if the excitement of seeing other puppies playing would make it worse. I thought it would work her up and that would spill over in how she performed in agility class.
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All of my worries dissipated when I started my puppy class. She was perfect! I forgot she was even there, because she was quiet and relaxed. Not only was she successful during puppy class, but she blew me away in agility! I think last night was our most successful night thus far. (And has been the best agility instructor I could ever hope for!)
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We still have a long ways to go, but this felt like a milestone. All of our hard work, patience, and time is starting to pay off. 🎊

08/07/2020

🎉 First day of Puppy Perks class was a success! 🎉
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This week we worked on name recognition, socialization with grooming and veterinary items, off-leash socialization, potty training, and handling!
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I can’t wait to see how each puppy progresses through the class. As they become more comfortable in a new place with new people and puppies, their confidence will start to blossom 🌸

30/06/2020

I also teach Puppy Classes in an online/in-person hybrid at Give Us Paws! Send me a message if you're interested in joining. (Come on, you can't say no to this cute face!)

30/06/2020

🐶Calling all puppy parents!🐶
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We are still open for enrollment for our Puppy Perks and Polite Puppy classes at Krafty K9 Dog Sports in Houston starting next week! We are keeping classes small, social distancing, and requiring masks for all students to keep everyone safe.
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In our classes we focus on socialization, play, basic manners, and common puppy issues.
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🚨 Sign up for classes on the Krafty K9 website (link in comments)! 🚨 @ Kraftyk9 Dog Sports

29/06/2020

Come join me for some group class fun! We have classes for all ages, breeds, and sizes! Feel free to message me for more information. Group classes start next week!

Our companion dog program focuses on building your relationship with your dog.  Students learn necessary life skills such as come when called, loose leash walking and polite greetings. All our classes teach the dog in a positive manner as we show the dog what to do and reward them for desired beha...

29/06/2020

One of my first and most supportive clients shared a testimonial about what it was like to work with me! I thoroughly enjoyed working with these three pups and I am so glad I was able to make an impact on their lives. Thank you Michelle!

"Working with Erin in training my three very different dogs was nothing but great. She was extremely professional and always had great suggestions on concurring my dogs bad habits….and there were a lot (jumping, loose leash walking, come when called, resource guarding…etc.).

Erin gave great feedback after every session, and I never felt like we couldn’t come up with a plan of action together. Erin went to school with my daughter, but that is not why I chose her for training. Her knowledge and options for training were very compatible with my schedule and she was always willing to work with us.

Working with three dogs at once is challenging, but Erin met the challenge and exceeded my expectations. Training is an ongoing process, but I feel the tools Erin provided to me have made all three of my pups better members of our family. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, friendly and enthusiastic trainer look no further than Erin, you will not be disappointed.”

—Michelle R. with Luna, Apollo, and Cosmo

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