Sit Happens K-9 Academy LLC

15/12/2024

3rd session with Billy today . We went over leave it and recall. I also brought Peanut along for help with his reactivity . He is doing great . Next week is our unofficial last session. I’m gonna miss this big ham.

15/12/2024

💰 SALE 💰 ‼️
It’s that time of year where everyone is getting puppies !! 🐶

Building that relationship starts as soon as the puppy comes home !
I am offering $50 1 Hr phone or video consultations for new puppies now until the end of January!

AND if you sign up for classes at the end of the consultation that $50 will go towards your end balance!

Take advantage of this limited time offer and schedule your phone consultation today !
Let’s get your puppy on the right track !

11/12/2024

Today marks one year since my first and hopefully my one and only dog bite .
I’m still not exactly sure what went wrong. I wasn’t even handling the dog at the time and I had already been there for about 45 minutes.

I definitely have a little bit of PTSD and am a little more guarded during the consultation process. I was always careful but now I am even more careful. Even if the dog doesn’t have any history or aggression or bite history I am cautious.
I have a client questionnaire form that is filled out prior to even the consultation process , but people do lie which was the case here.
I do not blame the dog or the breed . I am very lucky he had a leash and collar on or things could have been a lot different. I still have scars all over my arm. He got me 6 or 7 times I believe. My upper arm has a tiny bit of muscle damage but it could have been a lot worse.

If anything this experience has made me want to help dogs more. I don’t want any dog to get to the point of wanting to cause serious harm to people.

08/12/2024

Sale 💰‼️

💰 SALE 💰 ‼️
It’s that time of year where everyone is getting puppies !! 🐶

Building that relationship starts as soon as the puppy comes home !
I am offering $50 1 Hr phone or video consultations for new puppies now until the end of January!

AND if you sign up for classes at the end of the consultation that $50 will go towards your end balance!

Take advantage of this limited time offer and schedule your phone consultation today !
Let’s get your puppy on the right track !

07/12/2024

Just an update on Prince .
He home and he’s doing okay. He’s currently resting . Thank you everyone 💕

07/12/2024

If I don’t get around to answering messages today I am currently on the way to the vet with Princeton . He just turned 10 and I believe he had a stroke . I will answer your messages when I can thank you .

07/12/2024

What is a topic you guys would like to discuss that maybe I haven’t touched on before ?!!

06/12/2024

Privileges can be earned
Privileges can be taken away
Free roaming is a privilege
Toys and resources such as couch, bed even attention
off leash
These are all privileges .

All of these things can be taken away if the dog is not capable of behaving with them.

I’m sure most of my clients have met or heard me talk about Peanut. He’s one of a kind for sure . We live a very structured life because of him. He’s helped me grow as a trainer.

Peanut resource guards like a MF. Doesn’t matter what it is, if he deems it’s his, then it’s his. It’s gotten so much better over the last two years ; however you can’t change personality of a dog.
Peanut is constantly gaining access to the couch and losing access to the couch. Same goes for toys , off leash, bones , out of crate time , hanging out with other dogs etc .

If he can share space with another dog great, if he growls , or lunges or shows any sign of claiming the space , goodbye couch. It honestly has nothing to do with the couch , it’s me . He resource guards me from dogs always has and probably always will. He’s been doing it since I was his kennel attendant at the shelter. It’s probably because I’m the only human ever in his life that cared enough to give him structure and work his brain like he needs.

For the past few weeks he has been sharing space on and around the couch nicely with the dogs he can get along with in my pack. In the last two days there has been 2 incidents of him growling at dogs entering a room where he’s on the couch or just walking by the couch. So, as of today he lost all couch privileges indefinitely . He will remain on the floor or on his place cot , away from me and away from the couch. Do I feel bad , yes and no. Just like kids , if I don’t make it clear to him that that behavior is unacceptable how will he learn ? Correcting him doesn’t work , because he is just going to do it again. Again it’s his personality .

Point of this post is ; I feel like dog owners think once given a privilege it’s there for good . That’s simply not the case.

Privileges can be earned
Privileges can be taken away

01/12/2024

There’s a huge discussion involving invisible fence systems between dog trainers and dog owners.
I myself am pro invisible fence and have been using it for nearly 10 years. However , it is NOT for every dog , or every situation . I myself have one dog here that just doesn’t get it no matter how hard I tried . It is what it is and she’s not on it she gets walked or put on the tie out we have. Ever since I have been using it I have had nearly 20 dogs on it with zero issue other than the occasional human error of not checking collar batteries , forgetting to put the collar on completely 😅 or the collar is not fit properly.

One of the main talking points is that your dog may run through the system , and once they run through the system they can’t get back in. While this is true ; if your dog understands the system thoroughly and how to avoid punishment , they shouldn’t be running through it in the first place . Also, there’s many different systems. You may need a higher/ lower output system or simply diffrent contact points for the collar .

Some dogs learn very quickly, others take weeks or even months, but understanding the fence starts on the leash. If you haven’t started on leash, that may be why you are having issues.

Another main talking point is other animals coming into your yard. Yes this is also a risk with fencing systems , but it’s a risk without a fence , with a fence , out for a walk etc. I run into off leash dogs ALL THE TIME; that’s life. I have never had a serious animal come into my yard . We get raccoons, fox , occasionally the neighbors dog , animals like that but never anything crazy. (That’s why I have a live stock dog now but that’s a different topic. )Again, that can happen regardless of the fence system.

There’s been a few times where I have told clients the fence system was contributing to reactivity , or sensitivity and other times where I have suggesting getting the invisible fence system.

I have nearly 5 acres, no way would I fence all of that in. Even if I did fence that in I don’t even know what type of fence I would need . I have two dogs that are master escapees . One can rip through any fence I have every put him in and the other can jump 13 feet high.
Without the invisible fencing system , my dogs would live a very different and probably a way more restricted lifestyle. This gives them freedom to run , play and be dogs.

Bottom line is YOU as an owner make the decision for YOU and YOUR DOG. What works for your dog may not work for other dogs.
There’s no reason to group every dog/ situation into one single category and condemn that tool. It’s nonsense.

30/11/2024

Come see me and Lana at tractor supply in Eynon 11a-2pm !
Perfect time to meet the trainer and ask questions !

30/11/2024

Mack had a session at tractor supply yesterday! He’s getting so big ! Overall he did great! Him and peanut liked seeing eachother . Very busy with it being Black Friday , dogs and people everywhere . Proper socialization is very important for a young dog !

29/11/2024

Don’t forget to come meet the trainer tomorrow at Tractor Supply in Eynon! 11/30
11am-2pm ! Perfect time to ask about our training !

29/11/2024

Second session with billy today ! He’s settling in very nicely ! Today we went over place . I would say he’s happy Judging by that huge smile on his face.

25/11/2024

Got these pictures yesterday of Merlin living his best life off leash running through the fields in North Carolina.
E collar training gives your dog that off leash security and freedom so that they can enjoy their life to the fullest.
Merlin is one happy boy 💕

25/11/2024

Hi Everyone ! Finally created an instagram account for the business ! Go ahead and give us a follow !

25/11/2024

Last nights dinner over here at the Sit Happens household !

It is very important to feed your dog a variety. That way they are getting everything they need. Also sometimes feeding the same thing over and over can also create allergies .
My dogs are 90% raw fed and supplemented with a high quality kibble that is typically fish or lamb based with no corn , no wheat, no soy, no by products , usually no grain , and no artificial colors or preservatives . Raw feeding has completely changed my dogs health . They Eat less , less vet visits , nearly no skin issues , no ear issues , dogs that are old and had arthritis act like puppies again , maintained weight , lots of muscle mass, more energy, fewer poops, eat less , shinier coats, and whiter teeth. The list can go on and on about the benefits to a biologically appropriate diet.

Here’s some items on the menu from last night. I have some picky eaters so not everyone got everything listed below. Everything is locally sourced which means it was raised with no antibiotics or growth hormones. Some stuff even comes from my own personal livestock animals.

As the base for 6 out of the 7 dogs we have 1-2 cups of fish based dog food soaked in homemade bone broth .
Rosie’s base is Ollie , lamb or beef prepackaged food because she cannot tolerate kibble at all. Also soaked in bone broth infused with cat nip for liver health.
pork cut into chunks for muscle meat
1 clove of garlic for fleas and ticks - chopped and let it sit for a few minutes . Chopping releases all the benefits. Yea dogs can have garlic.
Rabbit feet
Rabbits ears
Liver - rabbit , chicken or turkey
Hearts - rabbit, chicken or turkey
Turkey lung
Neck - chicken or turkey
1 - 2Feet - chicken or turkey also smaller wings
Gizzard/ crop - chicken or turkey - even if it is still full of what the chicken was eating , this is great for added fiber and digestive enzymes.
1-2 eggs shell and all
Probiotic powder
Turkey esophagus (that long tube thing )

If you are interested in raw feeding or supplementing your dogs diet to include more fresh and Whole Foods ; please reach out to me !

24/11/2024

Famous Billy started his training today ! After a little over THREE years in a shelter he has found his perfect home and his family is doing everything they can to make him succeed!
Today we went over leash walking , thresholds and structured play. He did great ! Looking forward to seeing his progress !