Sit Happens K-9 Academy LLC

Sit Happens K-9 Academy LLC In home one on one dog training designed to keep dogs with their families and out of shelters

🐾 September is Responsible Dog Ownership Month! 🐾Every year, millions of dogs end up in shelters — many of them simply b...
09/10/2025

🐾 September is Responsible Dog Ownership Month! 🐾

Every year, millions of dogs end up in shelters — many of them simply because they don’t have any form of identification. 😔

📊 The Numbers Don’t Lie:
• According to the American Humane Association, 1 in 3 pets will go missing in their lifetime.
• Only 15–20% of dogs entering shelters ever make it back home without identification like a tag or microchip.
• Dogs with microchips are over 2x more likely to be reunited with their families compared to those without.

🐕 Why Tags & Microchips Matter
• ID Tags are visible and provide immediate contact information if someone finds your dog.
• Microchips are permanent backup identification in case tags fall off or collars break.
• Together, they give your dog the best chance of getting home safely.

💡 Simple Steps to Protect Your Dog:
1️⃣ Keep a well-fitted collar with updated ID tags.
2️⃣ Microchip your dog AND make sure your contact info is registered and current.
3️⃣ Use both — a tag is the first line of defense, the microchip is the safety net.
4️⃣ make sure they are contained in some way - whether it be a fence , invisible fence , e collar training , whatever it is , its effect for them and they are not able to just run loose

Your dog depends on YOU to keep them safe. This September, take a few minutes to double-check their identification. It could mean the difference between home and a shelter kennel. 🐶❤️

😴🐾 How Much Sleep Does Your Dog Really Need?Just like people, dogs’ sleep needs change depending on their age, breed, en...
09/10/2025

😴🐾 How Much Sleep Does Your Dog Really Need?

Just like people, dogs’ sleep needs change depending on their age, breed, energy level, and lifestyle:

🐶 Puppies – 18–20 hours a day
Puppies are growing constantly ! Sleep is when their brains and bodies process all the new things they’re learning. Don’t be surprised if your pup naps after every play or training session.

🦴 Adult Dogs – 12–14 hours a day
Most healthy adult dogs spend half their day resting. But this can vary:
• Working breeds (Malinois, Border Collies, Cattle Dogs, etc.) often need less downtime because they are more inclined to want to work
• More laid-back breeds or “couch potatoes” may happily snooze longer.

👵 Senior Dogs – 16–18 hours a day
Older dogs tire more quickly, and their bodies need extra rest to stay healthy and comfortable. More naps are completely normal.

⚡ Other Factors: Training, enrichment, stress levels, health conditions, and daily exercise all play a huge role in how much sleep your dog needs. A high-drive working dog that had a long day of training may crash harder than a pet dog with a slower routine.

If your dog’s sleep pattern suddenly changes—too much or too little—it could be a sign of stress, pain, or a medical issue. Always check in with your vet if you notice big shifts.

At every stage, rest is just as important as training, exercise, and enrichment. A well-rested dog is a healthier, happier dog! 🐕❤️

For my personal dogs , after training , exercise ,or anything that gets them stimulated , they go in their crates , or on their place beds with a bone or a kong to help them decompress .

Not So Little Anymore!Bo Dylan officially graduated his basics today! 🐶✨ He’s been doing AMAZING, even as he works throu...
09/09/2025

Not So Little Anymore!

Bo Dylan officially graduated his basics today! 🐶✨ He’s been doing AMAZING, even as he works through the totally normal puppy fear stage.

Our next step? Building his confidence 💪 – and today was a great start! He even got to meet his horse and goat friends 🐴🐐, which was a huge milestone.

Oh, and let’s not forget the zoomies he had afterward – this boy was flying! 🚀😂

I can’t wait to see him for his follow-up soon and watch him continue to grow into the rockstar pup we all know he is. ❤️

✨ In dog training, a correction isn’t about punishment—it’s about communication.The key?👉 A correction is only effective...
09/09/2025

✨ In dog training, a correction isn’t about punishment—it’s about communication.

The key?
👉 A correction is only effective if the dog perceives it as meaningful enough to pause, think, and make a different choice.

For one dog, that might be a simple “Hey!” or a change in tone.
For another, it might take leash pressure , or e-collar stim , vibration or tone —especially if the motivation (like chasing a squirrel 🐿️) outweighs lighter consequences. For my older guy , spacial pressure is what gets his attention.

It’s never about the tool. It’s about what the dog understands in that moment.
Fairness. Clarity. Guidance.
The message is always: “That choice wasn’t it—try again.”

🐾 Every dog is different, which is why training should be tailored to the individual in front of you. All 3 below , Lana , Finley and Peanut all have different things they perceive as correction.

Free consultations for these puppies 🐶
09/09/2025

Free consultations for these puppies 🐶

I was listening to a dog training podcast this morning and what was said is so true. “If you can’t get your dog to do s...
09/08/2025

I was listening to a dog training podcast this morning and what was said is so true.

“If you can’t get your dog to do something , how do you expect them to NOT do something”

Meaning if you can’t simply ask them to sit , down stay, place , walk on a loose leash first time you ask no push back , then you cannot expect them to not be reactive , not bark , not pull on the leash , not jump on people etc .

Audit your relationship with your dog and see what’s missing.

How to tell your dog is feeling safe and content 🐾When your dog is truly at ease, you might see: • Loose, wiggly body: C...
09/08/2025

How to tell your dog is feeling safe and content 🐾

When your dog is truly at ease, you might see:
• Loose, wiggly body: Comfort and relaxation
• Tail wagging mid-height & wide: Friendly and approachable (always consider context)
• Soft eyes & relaxed ears: Feeling secure in their environment
• Play bow (front legs down, butt up): Clear invitation to interact or play

Trainer’s Tip: These signs often appear together. Recognizing them helps you understand when your dog is in a positive emotional state and ready to engage.

What Is a Silver Lab?A Silver Lab is a Labrador Retriever with a diluted coat color, resulting in a silver or charcoal a...
09/07/2025

What Is a Silver Lab?
A Silver Lab is a Labrador Retriever with a diluted coat color, resulting in a silver or charcoal appearance. It’s not a separate breed, but rather a color variation of the Chocolate Lab, caused by the dilute gene (dd)—which lightens black to charcoal, chocolate to silver, and yellow to champagne.

Where They Came From:
Silver Labs first appeared in the United States in the 1950s, most notably in certain hunting kennels. The controversy? Some believe the dilute gene was introduced through crossbreeding with Weimaraners, while others argue it was a natural but rare mutation within the Labrador line.

Because of the gene’s sudden appearance and rarity, many breed purists—and even major kennel clubs—do not recognize silver as a standard color for the Labrador Retriever.

Accepted Coat Colors for Purebred Labs (per AKC & UKC):
• Black
• Yellow (ranging from pale cream to fox red)
• Chocolate

Silver, charcoal, and champagne Labs are registered under “Chocolate”, but not eligible for conformation showing.

Size (same as any Labrador):
• Males: 22.5–24.5 inches, 65–80 lbs
• Females: 21.5–23.5 inches, 55–70 lbs
• Athletic and stocky with strong retrieving structure

Coat Type & Colors:
• Short, dense, water-resistant double coat
• Dilute colors include:
– Silver (diluted chocolate)
– Charcoal (diluted black)
– Champagne (diluted yellow)

Temperament:
• Friendly, people-oriented, and eager to please
• High energy, especially during adolescence
• Needs daily exercise and mental stimulation
• food-motivated—ideal for training
• Can become destructive or hyper without structure

Silver Labs are genetically Labrador Retrievers, but their color causes health, breeding, and ethical concerns in the breed community. Irresponsible breeders may prioritize color over health or temperament, leading to issues like:
• Skin sensitivity
• Coat thinning (alopecia)
• Poor temperament or weak structure

If you’re considering a Silver Lab, it’s critical to work with a breeder who prioritizes health testing, working ability, and temperament—not just a rare look.

Bottom Line:
Silver Labs are striking, but their value lies in how they’re bred—not just how they look. If you want a Labrador, focus on the traits that made them great: trainability, temperament, and working ability—silver or not.

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How dogs say “I’m not a threat” or “I need space.”These are subtle, early indicators of stress or discomfort. Recognizin...
09/05/2025

How dogs say “I’m not a threat” or “I need space.”

These are subtle, early indicators of stress or discomfort. Recognizing them can prevent escalation and help you support your dog before they feel overwhelmed.
• Lip licking (without food nearby): Often a sign of stress, unease, or appeasement.
• Yawning (outside of tiredness): Used to diffuse tension or calm themselves.
• Turning head away: Avoiding direct engagement to de-escalate a situation.
• Random ground sniffing, grass eating , sometimes even scratching -A displacement behavior to self-soothe.
• Slow blinking or squinting: A non-threatening gesture to soften interaction.

Trainer’s Note: These signs may appear quickly and in combination. Observing them early allows you to remove your dog from a stressful situation before it escalates into a growl, snap, or bite.

🐾 My New Go-To Flea & Tick Spray! 🐾I recently started using Wondercide Flea & Tick Spray and wow — I’m impressed! A few ...
09/04/2025

🐾 My New Go-To Flea & Tick Spray! 🐾

I recently started using Wondercide Flea & Tick Spray and wow — I’m impressed!

A few weeks ago, I found ONE flea on Lana and freaked out 🫣. I haven’t dealt with fleas in years, so I immediately grabbed this stuff after going some research and reading a ton of reviews , to prevent a full-blown problem — and it really works.

Here’s what I love about it:
✨ Smells amazing! The lemongrass scent makes my house and dogs smell so fresh. (If you’re sensitive to smells, you might want to try a different scent — it’s strong, but I personally love it!)
🐶 Safe for pets & home – I spray it on the dogs, my furniture, and carpets.
🦟 Multi-purpose protection – kills and repels fleas, ticks, AND mosquitoes!
🌿 Natural ingredients – no harsh chemicals.

I spray it on the dogs every 2–3 days, especially if we’re heading out for a long walk or a hike, and it’s been doing an amazing job. Highly recommend if you want to keep pests away while keeping your pets safe!

I’m More Laid Back Than You ThinkPeople assume because I’m a dog trainer that my dogs live by super strict rules 24/7. T...
09/03/2025

I’m More Laid Back Than You Think

People assume because I’m a dog trainer that my dogs live by super strict rules 24/7. Truth? My dogs:
✔️ Sleep in the bed
✔️ Jump on me (when I invite them to)
✔️ Snack on some of what I’m eating
✔️ Lounge on the couch

So when I get asked:
“Should my dog be on the couch? In the bed? Can I give table scraps?”

👉 My answer is always:
• Does your dog have behavioral issues?
• Can they handle the freedom without becoming a problem?
• Do you actually want them to have access to those things?

If the answers are no, yes, and yes → then I don’t see an issue.

BUT… 🚫 If your dog is new, constantly begging, resource guarding, showing aggression, or “policing” behavior on furniture… then the answer might be different. In those cases, structure comes first.

✨ Bottom line: It’s not about strict rules—it’s about what works for you and your dog.

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