Balanced Dog Training

05/02/2025

Wrinkly boy Jett is getting comfortable in the Place-Stay command. This boy doesn’t know how to stay still! He is very curious and active by nature so learning the art of doing nothing will be a journey. He will greatly benefit from resting his body when enforced as well as aiding in training. But he is doing well and looking cute while doing it. 😊

04/02/2025

Jett working on his Place-Stay and Down-Stay. We have begun adding new locations (generalizing commands) and slight distance to these two commands. I am doing this at his speed as he builds his confidence! Some of the different noises outside are distracting for him; distant cars, neighboring dogs, etc. For the most part there is not constant noise, so when there is noise it is noticeable to him. It’s a distraction we are working with! He is doing well and is an intelligent boy!

02/02/2025

Jett has been doing great training today! He had a good start at home with the Sit command and focusing when working. I introduced the Down command as well as the Place command. He isn’t a fan so far of going into a Down and I am taking it slow and keeping sessions short. The Place command he is doing great with! I’ve even added a tiny bit of duration! He is very comical. I am using his kibble as treats and frequently giving several pieces to get him used to staying in command for a few seconds. Then slowly lengthening the duration in command and backing off the frequency of treats. When he believes I’m not giving them fast enough, he gives me a wrinkly look, sighs and slaps his paw like a stomp. 😆😆 definitely food motivated! Overall he is doing well.

01/02/2025

Introducing this handsome big boy; Jett! He is a bit over 6 month old Bloodhound, joining me for an Advanced Reliable dog Program with off-leash capabilities. I will also be working on some unwanted behaviors like jumping up on people and counter-surfing. Also you can see in the photos he also may be a plopper, plops over when he no longer wants to walk or work or go where he doesn’t feel like he wants to. 🤭 We will definitely be working on that! So far I can say he a curious, goofy and affectionate boy. Stay tuned for his progress and how much drool I will be washing off my clothes and scrubbing off my walls. 😆😆

25/01/2025

Ryot sunning herself despite the snow still on the ground. 😆 No matter if it’s 40 or 100 degrees she doesn’t miss an opportunity. 😆

23/01/2025

Another fun snow video!!!! Murphee having some fun. 😊

22/01/2025

Let’s see those snow pictures and videos!!!! Murphee and my two girls definitely had some fun. 😊🥶

21/01/2025

Mowgli as always can bring the joy with his beautiful personality and quirky behaviors. His baby always brings him comfort even when holding on with the tips of his teeth. 😆

Make sure your pups are prepared for what ever the next few days bring you. Taking them outside for a structured Walk and or constructive play will help being inside for the nasty weather we are about to get! (Nasty because cold weather is horrible🤪) While spending some time inside if that’s what is in store for you; practice your commands as well as the art of doing nothing! You don’t always have to keep your pup entertained. However it is a great time to spend time with your pup and strengthen their commands and your relationship!

21/01/2025

I’m not sure which roads will be being treated but be aware. Most road treatments for freezing weather conditions are extremely caustic for dogs paw pads. Walking on roads even for a minute could potentially cause chemical burns.

SCDOT is continuing operations today to prepare for possible winter weather this week, especially in the parts of the state expected to see the most impacts.

Today is a good day to finish any winter weather preparations you need to make and if you see our crews out working, slow down and give them room to work.

17/01/2025

Happy Friday! Miss Cauli is still a puppy at heart even at 11 years of age. Cauli first went through a training program over 8 years ago and is such a joy when she visits. She isn’t so high energy any more but still enjoys following commands and being playful when the mood strikes. Cauli’s a perfect example of a well mannered guest in my home. ❤️

13/01/2025

Elke showing off her skills in a magnificent way! During our morning structured Walk we practiced her impulse control and Down-Stays. This girl can get a little excited and engaging her brain more helps her focus as well as exercises her brain and body.

11/01/2025

Cozy morning with this freezing weather! All the puppers enjoying some relaxation and laziness after their morning exercise and breakfast.

07/01/2025

Elke’s family does a fantastic job with Elke’s commands and maintains great manners. So I had no problem swinging by with her as a guest in a home. Which there was the making of meatballs! She did very well!!! Even managing her excitement with two other pups. There was a LOT of licking of Knox’s ears in her excitement but he didn’t mind. My sister might when he goes home and has dried saliva all over his head. But that’s alright. 😆😘 nice job Elke as a great guest.

06/01/2025

An amazing woman who made an enormous difference for not only trainers but all the animals we work with. I am profoundly sadden with the world’s loss of Karen Pryor.

With profound sadness and immense gratitude, we honor the life and legacy of Karen Pryor, a true pioneer in the fields of animal behavior and positive reinforcement training. Karen’s groundbreaking work revolutionized how we communicate with animals—and each other—leaving an indelible mark on science, education, and the lives of countless species around the world.

Continue reading: https://bit.ly/4214rRG

02/01/2025

The other side you all don’t see. I always hear “my pup has more fun with you, they must never want to come home”. Lilah shows you that she is just as happy to go home and be with her family when it’s time. She is patiently waiting to go home as she knows that her food and blue bag means it’s that time. 😊

01/01/2025

Happy New Year from the crew!!!!! May this year bring us all the joy. ❤️

30/12/2024

Leo’s face! 😆 He’s all tuckered out after are early 3 mile run this morning. He’s great fun to run with on and off-leash when he visits. As his family remains consistent and uses the training tools in their daily routine. My two old girls can’t run with me any more as Finley is too arthritic and Ryot….we’ll just doesn’t enjoy it in her senior years. Soooo Leo is a joy since he is athletic, in shape, follows commands and enjoys it!!!

27/12/2024

I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas and spent some time today being cozy and resting! These adorable furballs are definitely nice and cozy this rainy evening. (Had some fun replacing backgrounds with festive AI backgrounds 🤪)