Furkademy

28/07/2024

Get set for success with effective, pain free training. 🐾💜🐾

Class size is limited! Message me today for the registration form.

28/07/2024

It’s time for class at Dog Dayz of California. Get set for success with effective, pain free training. 🐾💜🐾

Class size is limited! Message me today for the registration form.

24/07/2024

Exciting News! I am now offering my immersion training program. It is my answer to the question I’ve often gotten “Can you just move in for a few weeks?”

It is perfect for pet parents who want faster results without the traditional board & train programs. Or dogs that are not eligible for daycare or traditional boarding facilties.

Your dog gets picked up and dropped off and spends a half day with me! Take training to a whole new level with curated experiences and training to reach your goals.

Contact me for details. 🐾💜🐾

29/06/2024

Some items that can help your dog deal with anxiety and noise sensitivity are:
🐾 A snood. This goes over the dog’s ears.
Happy Hopdie is one of the most popular ones
💜A thundershirt. This wraps around the dog’s body.
Think of it like swaddling a baby.
🐾A weighted vest. I saw a display recently at Petco.

Whether your dog is nervous in general or you’re preparing for the fireworks this week, start using this on your dog now to get them acclimated.

I saw someone walking his dogs on Encinitas Blvd and one of them had a snood on. Bravo! to him. That’s a busy and loud street. It helped his dog be happy and confident.

26/06/2024

Be prepared for the week, yes the entire week, of the 4th of July. Oceanside again will have fireworks at El Corazon on July 3rd. And we all know the dreaded personal fireworks that will be going off at all hours.

Don’t let your guard down just because the official display. Has finished.

Plan now so you AND your pet can enjoy the festivities.

Make sure they are completely secure and still have a collar with ID on them even if you think they are secure.

20/06/2024

🐾Attention Pet Parents! Keep those paws healthy this summer. Even if the air temperatures don’t seem that hot to you, asphalt can be 40 to 60 degrees hotter! 🌞

Here are some tips:

✋ Do the 7 second test with your hand

🚙 Drive to the park for walks

🕰️ Walk early or late in the day

🥾 Use booties

🌞 Sidewalks get hot too even with their light color

06/06/2024

This may not be a problem so much in SoCal but many of you travel and camp with your dog. There were signs up in Zion National Park about this is the water. Contact with this algae will kill your dog!

I got an email from 5 strands announcing this test and a sale they are having. Whether you get the test or not, please educate yourself on this algae. It is NOT always evident and there are not always warning signs. Every year people take their dogs out to frolic in a stream or swim in a lake or pond and they suddenly fall ill and most times they don’t make it. Be safe! 🐾💜🐾

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12/05/2024

I’ve always said my kids have fur and four paws. To all the pet moms out there, treats yourself to an amazing day! You deserve it for all you do for your fur kids. 💜🐾💜

10/05/2024

It’s time for class! Start your summer off with training for you and your best friend. You’ll get the tools you need for all the basic behaviors you’d like your dog to have. Contact me to register.

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30/04/2024

It’s Nation Adopt a Shelter Pet Day! Time to show off your amazing and lucky pups 🐾💜🐾 Post a pic 🐶

22/04/2024

Earth Day is today! Celebrate it by finding some compostable doggy waste bags.

What is the difference between the more commonly found biodegradable items you find and compostable? Here an an excerpt from an article on Naturespath.com

While biodegradable items refer to just any material which breaks down and decomposes in the environment, compostable goods are specifically organic matter which breaks down, the end product having many beneficial uses which include fertilizing and improving soil health. Most importantly compostable items don’t leave toxic residue behind because it’s already organic. Unlike compostable, certain biodegradable products can take several years to break down and in some cases even leave toxic waste behind.

18/04/2024

It always makes my day to get wonderful messages like this from my clients! 🎉🙏

Their dog is very, very, very fearful and reactive with people. But we all need to have people in our homes. Through their dedication and work, they have reduced their dog’s cortisol levels. They have upped that ‘happiness quotient’ and helped to teach their dog to DO NOTHING.

All without using the word ‘no’. Instead of stopping the unwanted behavior once it is starting, they learned to teach calm behavior and capitalize on that.

Ultimately, we all want calm and confident behavior from our dogs.

This dog is also starting to exhibit playful behavior they haven’t seen in a while.

Congratulations! 🎉🐾💜

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09/04/2024

It’s time! The first of my Pawsitive Perspectives informational chats will be on Monday, April 15th at 5:30pm.

The idea for this came about through my many conversations with clients and hearing,”Oh, that makes sense.”

I want to have a chance to talk to people about getting a different perspective on their dog’s behavior and their interactions with their dogs.

This is not a subsitiute for training. This will not ‘fix’ all your problems. But it will give you insight on how dogs learn, dog body language and meeting needs (theirs and yours).

This is in person and people only. No dogs.

24/03/2024

Looking for a group class for you and your puppy or dog? Look no further. Whether you have a young dog, a new dog to you or want help with certain behaviors, this class is for you. Contact me today to register. There are only 3 spots left.

21/02/2024

Thank you for the well presented reminder to let them sniff by Heal the Dog.
🐕 Sniffing is as important as exercise.
🐕 Walking or running past sniffs consistently on walks can actually stress your dog out
🐕 Even if you only have 10 minutes, put your dog on a long line and slowly meander in a large space

Sniffing = happiness, contentment, stimulation

04/02/2024

Riley has crossed the rainbow bridge. 💔😓 I wanted to post here because so many of my clients met him. He was an amazing helper. He helped reactive dogs learn to be more comfortable and practice calm greetings. He helped young puppies with the same.
He is now running and playing to his heart’s content.

19/01/2024

If you are struggling with Separation Anxiety, I highly suggest checking out Julie Naismith. She has a podcast, books and Facebook groups. Of course, working with a qualified trainer like me greatly helps with the process. There is hope!

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31/12/2023

What a way to start the New Year!! My next group class is starting on January 6th 🌟
You will have all the tools you need for a well-behaved fur kid in a fun and positive environment. Build the behavior you are looking for while creating a strong bond with your dog. Gain a deeper understanding of how dogs learn and interpret our behavior with them.
Only two spots left. Contact me today. 🐾💜🐾

14/12/2023

I cannot express how much I am so happy and grateful to celebrate Riley’s 15th birthday today!!! He is the sweetest boy and holds my heart. He is so patient and willing to help with training. These last 4.75 years together have been an adventure in many ways. I’m here with you Buddy, every step of the way. You are a bright spot in the day for everyone you meet. 🐾💜🐾💜
We had a great day with visiting his new friends at the Christmas tree lot (a story on its own), a walk at his favorite place (the beach!) and a surf and turf dinner (salmon and yes, filet mignon).

08/12/2023

It’s Fabulous Friday! What a great way to start the day with such an awesome text! 🐾💜🙏

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01/12/2023

Coco is kicking off the holiday season!

It’s a special time of year to enjoy with our fur kids. Want to share your pups spreading holiday cheer? Send me their pics 🐾🐾

And if you have a love Christmas tree, keep your dog away from the tree water. Especially if you add the preservative.

29/11/2023

There are some very good tips here. It’s worth the read even if you don’t have these problems currently.

Vision loss in dogs is common in senior pets. Here's how to help your dog adjust so they can continue to enjoy a high quality of life.

24/11/2023

Quite a few dogs are coming down with a nasty respiratory disease often turning into pneumonia. Some good info from Purdue.

Attention dog owners: While there's talk of a new canine respiratory disease, the symptoms reported are similar to known conditions. Don't be alarmed, but please remain vigilant. Ensure your dog's vaccinations are up to date, including for kennel cough and canine influenza, especially if they frequent communal dog areas. Should your pet show respiratory symptoms, isolate them from other dogs and consult your vet if conditions worsen. Here's to keeping our canine companions healthy!

Learn more:

Amid concerns about a new canine respiratory illness with symptoms mirroring those of known infectious diseases, veterinarians are investigating the potential emergence of a novel pathogen. Treatment varies per case, with vets taking precautions to prevent further spread. Dog owners should ensure th

07/11/2023

Learning never ends. It was truly amazing to meet world renowned trainer, Grisha Stewart, in person! I have been learning via her online platform for years. Taking this hands on workshop was such an incredible experience.

18/10/2023

I always love hanging out with these sweet babies. Working on some training and working on some content. Stay tuned.

Mom is such a super dog mom that she made them their own sticker. 💜 💜

30/09/2023

Are you ready for cuteness overload?! This is Twyla. She is a Golden/Lab puppy joining a home with another Golden/Lab mix. Her big sister is gentle with her and generous with sharing. It was a joy to be there the first day they met to ensure all went well. She’s already on her way to enjoying her crate and of course, stealing the hearts of all who meet her.

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26/09/2023

Finn’s mom sent me this and said, “You have to post this. This is because of you.” He is now about to settle while they enjoy their family meals. Thanks for the content 🐾💜

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17/09/2023

A lot of clients ask me what treats I use. The dogs love them and they aren’t very big. Here they are!

They have just a few simple high quality ingredients. I love that they have molasses and not sugar. I cut them to size based on the size dog I’m working with. And they don’t crumble and create a lot of treat dust. (We all know what that’s like).

They have other flavors. FYI, the Turkey and cranberry do crumble and create a lot of treat dust.

15/09/2023

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I can’t express how much happiness it brings me to get messages like this from my clients. 🎉🙏

It’s why I do what I do 🐾💜🙏

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03/09/2023