Saddle Mountain Canine

05/03/2024

15/02/2024

Hi!! My name is Kalei and I am on a mission to help more dog owners create deep, meaningful, and understanding relationships with their dogs♥️

When I got my first puppy, I had a little bit of a clue on where to start but there was definitely a major case of information overload!! Along with adjusting to life with a four legged land shark😂

Thankfully, I have been able to experience some truly incredible things with my dogs as we learned to navigate the world together. From beautiful desert hikes, to dock diving & frisbee, and raising a beautiful little human child - my dogs have been there through it all. ✨

I credit most of their success to the balanced marker training system. I discovered this training system almost 10years ago now and it has been the backbone of my training program! It has allowed me to develop an incredibly strong communication system with all of my dogs and allowed us to reach our full potentials. 💗

My dogs have been able to see the world thanks to strong foundational marker training and I want your pup to be able to be the best version of themselves too, ready to take on whatever adventure comes your way✨

I packaged all of this valuable information into our “Introduction to Marker Training” course at an incredibly affordable price because I believe all dog owners deserve the power of knowledge when it comes to training. The marker training system has truly changed my life and I am so excited for it to be apart of your journey as well♥️

Introduction to Marker Training Course From basic obedience, to fancy tricks, and even service work - by learning the marker training system, you open up a whole new world for you and your dog(s) to explore! Through the marker training system, you can create clear, effective, and consistent lines of...

11/02/2024

Sports!! There are sooo many different things to do with your dog, what are some of your favorites? One of ours is frisbee!! Hyper Pet has some of Yukons absolute favorite frisbees 😍😍
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Marker training is an incredible way to set a strong foundation for any sport you & your pup love to do! Learn more here at https://www.saddlemountainequine.com/introduction-to-marker-training

08/02/2024

Dog of the Day - Malinois ✨

Meet Icon! The malinois who got me over to the dark side 😂 I am a GSD girly through and through but when this little guy needed a soft place to land, I couldn’t say no. The #1 thing I like more about Mals over GSDs is the more compact, agile frame. They are lighter than the GSD and a bit quicker. My GSDs are all Mals at heart but they are definitely bigger & heavier bless their hearts😂🙈

Are you GSD or Mal? Both? I can happily say I am pro both now✨

Meet the dog known as the versatile and hardworking Malinois! Known for their intelligence and athleticism, these Belgian herders are often employed in various roles. Share your Malinois stories, training tips, and let's celebrate the energy and loyalty of this remarkable breed! 🏋️‍♂️🐾💛

07/02/2024

I recently stumbled across this page and am fascinated by the wealth of information!! I Absolutely love color genetics and this is so cool to see!😍🌟

A sneak peak of an updated color chart for our website of Anatolian Shepherd colors and patterns. We have been working over the last several months with Kristine of Grey Fin Design to customize this information based on the genes that exist in the Anatolian population. Some genes such as dominant black and merle are not included in this chart because they are not naturally occurring colors or genes for the breed.

We noticed a while ago that a large portion of our website traffic is for more information about Anatolian colors. Over the next few days or weeks we will be updating our website to break down more information about each of these colors to give an explanation of how these genes work by themselves or with other genes.

Please note that this color chart does not correlate to the AKC labelled colors because the AKC labelled colors do not follow known color genetics information.

06/02/2024

“Dog of the Day” - Anatolian Shepherd

Judge!! Aka Judgey Fudgey the Judgement of Fudgement 🌟

Dive into the world of ancient guardians with the Anatolian Shepherd! Known for their size and protective instincts, these Turkish shepherds are devoted to their families. Share your Anatolian Shepherd tales, showcase their impressive stature, and let's celebrate the loyalty and courage of this incredible breed! These dogs are not for the inexperienced owner as their size, strength, and intelligence is great! Working with an experienced breeder with top quality dogs is an incredible way to get started in the breed. Wonderful livestock guardians if sourced properly and trained effectively🏞️🐕💛

03/02/2024

Dog of the Day - German Shepherd

How could I not start with my favorite!!!

German Shepherds. They stole my heart when I first starting working at the Petsmart Hotel in 2015-16. There was a beautiful, rich black & red long hair GSD named Bentley that would always come in. He was gorgeous, sweet, well mannered & would always walk in a circle when he pooped😂

GSDs were not my #1 childhood dog I always wanted to have sighthounds! Greyhounds, Deerhounds, Irish Wolfhounds. Those were what I dreamed of but Bentley absolutely stole my heart.

Now, GSDs are not a breed that you just fall into… These dogs are highly nuanced and require you to be at the top of your game. Well.. I kinda just fell. 19yr old me went out and bought a puppy (I did know a thing or two thankfully about being somewhat well bred😂 and said no to many puppies before I found the one). I did also try to adopt but was refused for living in an apartment (story for another day!!)

You may think it was all rainbows & butterflies from there but wow - what a journey I started when I got that puppy!! He was the most challenging, smart, strong dog I had ever owned. It was now up to me to research everything I possibly could (even though I had already done so much!!) & to get to the level he needed me to be at.

I did so many things wrong but he was there every step of the way. He taught me so much and opened my eyes up to a whole new incredibly beautiful world I didn’t know existed.

He is why I became a dog trainer, to help other people find their footing in this incredible world that can overwhelm you all while giving you the most beautiful experiences.

I don’t want to gatekeep & say no you shouldn’t get a GSD for xyz reasons. I want to open the door and say “Welcome to GSDs!! Here is a roadmap to help you navigate one of the most incredible dog breeds known to man” ♥️

With the right knowledge, resources , & connections we can help people find their way in GSDs the best way possible. By showing them the way rather than shuning them (which ultimately runs them into backyard breeders) we can save the German Shepherd Breed. There is an incredible community of ethical breeders out there with a wealth of knowledge waiting for more of us to ask them questions and soak up that knowledge⭐️

GSDs are not for the faint of heart but they can be so so good when the knowledge and connections are there. I want to empower more of you to go out and get the dog you want but also have the knowledge to back you up. When things get tough (and they will with any breed), you will have a community of people serving to lift you up & support you. That community will also be there to celebrate your wins and share your excitement too♥️

Join us here to be apart of an incredible community serving to lift you up and help more dogs be the best version of themselves in order to experience the lives they deserve♥️

We will be back tomorrow to highlight another dog breed & member of the community so stay tuned & follow for more!🌟

Introduction to Marker Training Course From basic obedience, to fancy tricks, and even service work - by learning the marker training system, you open up a whole new world for you and your dog(s) to explore! Through the marker training system, you can create clear, effective, and consistent lines of...

03/02/2024

This was shared in one of the AZ dog pages & I wanted to share here too!! Super cool dog that loves to hike - hope he can find an amazing home soon♥️ contact details in the post!

02/02/2024

Dog of the Day! Our new daily series introducing different dog breeds and highlighting those in the community dedicated to preserving them ♥️

We fully support but it is so incredibly important to understand and recognize the value in breeders who are preserving breeds. Responsible Breeders who health test, temperament test, screen potential candidates, have contracts in place & do their best to add value rather than backyard breeders who just add dogs to shelters inevitably.

Know the breed before you buy and find a breeder who will provide mentorship & lifelong friendship ♥️ support when you’re looking for a specific type of dog & when you are looking for a dog in need regardless of their unknown history/workability.

Comment below a breed you would like to see highlighted! Every dog deserves the opportunity to see the world and a strong training foundation helps them be the best version of themselves in order to do that🌟

Introduction to Marker Training is on sale now for a limited time! Be sure to enroll today and continue your pups education 🐶

01/02/2024

I lovee having a big pack of dogs.
Some people are 1, 2,3 dog people as everyone has their own preferences!

What do you prefer?😍

31/01/2024

Looking for my fellow burnout dog trainers! I have been training for the last 8years now and wow what a journey it has been. I am forever grateful for the experience, the people, and the dogs most of course♥️
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But it’s time to take a new approach that allows me to help more people while prioritizing my own dogs and doing what makes me happy - not just what pays the bills.
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What if I told you there was a way to combine both? As we continue to live in a blossoming digital era, it is easier now that ever before to expand your reach while working less hours overall. Giving you time back to spend how you want to.
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I am looking for 5 dog trainers that are looking to expand their reach without working more hours. If you’re looking to rewrite your day to day to be more inline with your true desires, looking to spend more time with your own dogs, and create the life you want - then this program is for you!

🔥I am offering an extremely affordable introductory program pricing structure for 5 trainers who want to build their online presence for the month of February only! Don’t hesitate to see what could be your new norm & email us today to learn more! [email protected]🔥
**For less than the price of a board and train, you can begin a journey that allows you to create your dream life with dogs♥️
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