Pup Potential

30/08/2024

There are many reasons a dog may lunge and bark on leash. Our Wednesday Reactive Rover class will get to the root of your dog’s reactivity so that you will have long-term training results.

28/08/2024

Want to teach your dog the skills they need for any adventure? We have another Field Trip Prep class starting Tuesday, September 10th. We are so proud of our previous graduates!

27/08/2024

We often see dogs begin lunging and barking only after tension is added to their leash. Keep some slack in your dog’s leash as you pass by distractions. Our Wednesday Reactive Rover class will teach you effective ways to keep your dog with you.

23/08/2024

Nosework for Fun and Enrichment 4 week course starting September 4th and ending September 25th. Instructor: Marie Meredith Level: Intermediate This mini course is a great introduction to nosework. Nosework is a great activity for all dogs, but especially for dogs who are easily overstimulated

12/04/2024

Hank is a professional at fetch and learns new skills in a snap! He is available for adoption at Happy Feet Pet Rescue and we know he will bring so much joy to his forever home! Learn more about Hank’s awesome personality and apply to adopt on Happy Feet’s website. The website link is in the comments.

11/04/2024

We love this memorable dog safety phrase from Family Paws! Check out more safety tips for children and dogs through the Family Paws link in the comments.

10/04/2024

People often miss body language signals a dog is done with pets, especially because the dog may stay nearby while uncomfortable. Pausing pets helps check in with the dog. After a few pets, pause to see how the dog responds. If the dog nudges you or wiggles closer, resume pets. If the dog turns away or shakes off, stop pets.

09/04/2024

These subtle body language signals (ears back, lip lick, squinting) tell us this dog is uncomfortable. Learning to recognize dog body language can help prevent dog bites.

08/04/2024

Reduce the risk of a dog bite with this quick tip! Dog bites often occur when an unfamiliar person greets a dog. Dogs can be uncomfortable with people approaching, leaning over, and reaching towards them. When meeting an unfamiliar dog, let them approach and keep your side facing them. This will help dogs feel comfortable with you.

28/02/2024

From reactive to relaxed: Witness the remarkable growth! 🐾 Our Reactive Rover group class helped this pup’s family with his lunging and barking at other dogs. Now you can spot him comfortably settling near another dog at a brewery. Join us for our next Reactive Rover class on March 12th and unleash the potential in your furry friend! 🐶 Sign up link is in the comments

26/02/2024

Shake it…shake it off…

A recent study by two researchers in France looked at sniffing, pulse rate, and leash length on walks. Sixty-one dogs were taken on three separate walks, five minutes each walk, once with a 1.5m leash, once with a 5m leash, and once without a leash at all (walk order was randomized for each dog). Off-leash dogs sniffed the most, more than 3x as long as the dogs on short leashes. Dogs on long leashes spent nearly as much time as unleashed dogs sniffing, almost 3x as long as dogs on short leashes.

This study also found that sniffing resulted in lowered pulse rates, and the more intensely they sniffed, the more their pulse rates lowered. Pulse rate was also lowered when dogs “shook off” during walks on all leash lengths. The “shake off” behavior was often seen when the dog’s pulse rate was particularly high.

Read more about it below!

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1HX77kp2HBDiTxmq/?mibextid=Le6z7H

https://www.tuftsyourdog.com/everydaydogcare/giving-your-dog-time-to-sniff-on-walks-will-literally-soothe-his-heart/

What else can we learn about dogs from their walking behavior? Take your best friend on a Sniffari and see what you observe!

23/01/2024

I am excited to share that I have successfully completed the Aggression in Dogs Master Course. I am excited to apply what I have learned to make a positive impact on the lives of dogs and their families!

The Aggression in Dogs Master Course is the most comprehensive course on dog aggression led by world renowned aggression experts and a distinguished veterinary behaviorist.

The course provided in-depth education on Dog to Human Aggression, Dog to Dog Aggression, and Resource Guarding. It was a valuable addition to my education through the Karen Pryor Academy and Certification Council for Professional Dog trainers.

13/12/2023

Let's work together to fulfill Rue's Christmas wish this year! 🎄🎅🏾🤶🏻 She would love to find her very own family. Visit our website to check out Rue's adoption profile.

13/12/2023

What’s that? You want to enroll your puppy in a great Puppy Preschool where they will learn lots of skills, make friends, and become more comfortable around lots of different objects and sounds? Then our Pawsitive Puppy Preschool is for you! Enrollment is currently open!

06/12/2023

We are so excited to participate with our wonderful colleagues at Click Pawsitive Family Pet Center! Visit the lobby of Click Pawsitive Family Pet Center to drop off donations. Drop offs can be made during day training, group classes, or by appointment.

Address: 1858 W Grand River Ave

Pup Potential is spreading joy with a giving tree, collecting donations for our furry friends. 🐾✨ We're incredibly grateful for their support! If you're looking for dog training, check out https://puppotential.com/ and see how they can assist you and your pup! 🐶🎄

20/11/2023

Our next round of Reactive Rover begins at the end of this month! Join us to help your go from lunging to lounging around other dogs. Reactive Rover is the perfect fit for dogs that lunge, pull, and bark at other dogs on leash. The link to join class is in the comments.

18/11/2023

Stuff your dog’s KONG or Toppl and stick it in the freezer. Stuffed chews can occupy your dog while you enjoy your thanksgiving guests. If they enjoy pumpkin, you can even use leftover plain, canned pumpkin for stuffing their chews.

17/11/2023

Our next Reactive Rover class begins at the end of the month! Join to learn skills like the U-Turn. Because the U-Turn is a great way to prevent big reactions or being pulled over, it is one of the first skills we teach in Reactive Rover. Your dog will learn to turn and walk away from dogs or people on cue. The link to join us for Reactive Rover is in the comments.