Primed Instincts, LLC

✨Come with me to graduate Puppy Class!✨ Luna 🐻‍❄️ worked so hard during basic training and wanted to show off all her skills! ♥️ Recall 💙 Leash walking 💛 Place 💚 Meet & greets Way to go Luna! 👏 #puppiesofig #puppylove #puppies #dogtraining #dogtrainer #dogs #dogsofatl #atlanta #learningisfun #dogsofinsta #japanesespitz #learntoleadlearntolove

🌩️Storm prep for your dog🌩️ Your dog is sensitive to the changes in the atmosphere before a storm. You can begin prepping for a storm hours before the first thunder. Try these tips: #1 - wear them out before with brain games and a slow, sniffy walk #2 - give them an edible chew before and during the storm to help them decompress #3 - during the storm, play brown noise to drown out the sounds If your dog has a severe storm phobia, consult with your veterinarian about using medication to help calm them. #braingames #mentalstimulation #storm #prep #dogs #dogtraining #tips #dogtrainer #atlanta #atldogs #dogsoftheday #dogsofinstagram #positive #vibes #reinforcement #learntoleadlearntolove

♻️ DON'T THROW IT AWAY ♻️ you can create a fun and enriching "snuffle box" using recyclable items such as: 🧻Toilet paper rolls 📦Cardboard boxes 📜Brown tissue paper 🥚Cardboard egg cartons ✨Always supervise your dog to make sure they aren't consuming inappropriate items✨ #dogtraining #dogtrainer #enrichment #braingames #positivreinforcement #relationship #dog #dogs #dogsofinstagram #puppylove #puppy #puppiesofig #puppiesofinstagram #pet #dogsrule #dogsofig #dogsoftheday #lovedogs #dogstagram #doglovers #instadog #dogpicoftheday #dogowner #iheartdogs #atlanta #dogsofatlanta #atl #atldogs #toobusytohate #learntoleadlearntolove

✋Does your dog pull on walks?✋ Leash walking skills are an important team building exercise between you and your dog. If your dog pulls, try these tips: ✨turn around if they pull and reward them for following you ✨reward them when they are in your 'heel zone' (between your knee and heel, their shoulder at your leg) ✨to prevent your dog from staring at triggers, toss some treats into the yard while the distraction passes 💪Stay positive and consistent💪 #dogtraining #dogtrainer #leashwalking #decompress #positive #relationship #dog #dogs #dogsofinstagram #puppylove #puppy #puppiesofig #puppiesofinstagram #pet #dogsrule #dogsofig #dogsoftheday #lovedogs #dogstagram #doglovers #instadog #dogpicoftheday #dogowner #iheartdogs #atlanta #dogsofatlanta #atl #atldogs #toobusytohate #learntoleadlearntolove

✨Advocating for your dog✨ Whether your dog is nervous or excited when strangers come over, we need to make the introduction very calm. Ways to do this: #1 - allow your dog to approach your guests in a calm manner, don't force it #2 -ask your guests to continue ignoring your dog to provide a calm interaction #3 - give your dog a safe space to go to if they feel overwhelmed Remember, a little advocacy can go a long way to give your dog the time and space they need to have a calm introduction to your guests. #dogtraining #dogtrainingtips #dogtrainingadvice #dogs #dogsofatl #dogsofig #atlanta #dogoftheday #puppiesofinstagram #puppies #learningisfun #dogtrainers #socialization #learntoleadlearntolove

💥ANXIETY in your dog💥 Common signs of anxiety for dogs: 💥Chewing things (leashes, shoes, etc) 💥Shaking off 💥Yawning 💥Tail tucking 💥Resisting to move These are all subtle signs that your dog is reaching their threshold. Once a dog is over threshold, NO learning is happening. Try this: When you start to see these signs, help your dog to decompress. 🧘‍♀️Lying down on their bed or a mat 🧘‍♀️Allowing them to sniff out treats 🧘‍♀️Soft touches along the back #dogtraining #dogtrainer #anxiety #decompress #positive #relationship #dog #dogs #dogsofinstagram #puppylove #puppy #puppiesofig #puppiesofinstagram #pet #dogsrule #dogsofig #dogsoftheday #lovedogs #dogstagram #doglovers #instadog #dogpicoftheday #dogowner #iheartdogs #atlanta #dogsofatlanta #atl #atldogs #toobusytohate #learntoleadlearntolove

The #1 most common mistake I see with dog owners is ... ... they don't give their dog enough enrichment during the day Today I used: A frozen turkey 🦃 neck to chew @westpaw toppl for a frozen 🧊 lick @vitalessentials treats rolled 🗞️ up in a dish towel to sniff out @wholefoods paper bag ♻️ for a destroying game Enrichment should be an important part of your dog's daily dose of mental simulation! #enrichment #puzzles #braingames #dogtraining #dogtrainingadvice #dogtrainer #dogsofatl #atldogs #atlanta #eavbusiness #womenownedbusiness #dogs #dogsofig #ilovedogs #learningisfun #learntoleadlearntolove

Teaching this shy former shelter pibble how to tackle the tunnel. Safe to say, he likes it 😄 #confidencebuilding #agility #dogtraining #pibblesofinstagram #dogoftheday #atl #atldogs #dogsofinstagram #learningisfun #learntoleadlearntolove

A couple of former shelter boys showing off their skills this weekend! ⭐Hank, radar ear pibble⭐ Working on his leash walking skills! ⭐Toby, big hearted pibble⭐ Practicing holding a sit around distractions #pibblesofinstagram #adopt #dogsofatl #dogsofig #cute #workhard #playhard #learningisfun #atldogs #learntoleadlearntolove

✨Welcome to the Primed Pack Nico✨ A 10 month old Labradoodle who is his mom's sidekick! We are working on a basics refresher course for this big puppy. Today he was showing us a positive association to his name while playing the NAME GAME and a display of willpower waiting for his owner to release from his SIT with a release word. Way to go Nico! #doodlesofinstagram #dogsofatl #dogtraining #learningisfun #puppiesofig #atldogs #dogoftheday #braingames #learntoleadlearntolove

CRUNCH 💥 sound up! Chewing is a decompression outlet that all dogs need throughout their day. A good 20-30 minutes of chewing after a stimulating activity or before crate time allows your dog to self-soothe and calm their bodies. This prevents overstimulation and anxiety. If you have a teething puppy, give them a chew or some frozen produce to help soothe them. Anything dehydrated works best as it's one simple ingredient and usually a tasty meat (beef trachea, chicken neck, fish skin). #dogs #dogtraining #decompression #dogsofig #atl #atldogs #chill #learntoleadlearntolove