Lang Canine Obedience

08/05/2024

It’s the last day to vote for your favorite businesses in Dripping Springs! Every vote counts! 🦮🦮

With your help, Lang Canine Obedience has the chance to be voted as the Best Dog Trainer of Dripping Springs for the FIFTH year in a row!

Your vote means so much! Click the link below, scroll all the way down to pet services, and cast your vote for Lang Canine Obedience. Thank you so much!

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24/04/2024

With your help, Lang Canine Obedience has the chance to be voted as the Best Dog Trainer of Dripping Springs for the FIFTH year in a row!

Your vote means so much! Click the link below, scroll all the way down to pet services, and cast your vote for Lang Canine Obedience. Thank you so much!

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02/04/2024

House training a puppy is a critical step in pet ownership, and it involves a blend of environmental management and behavioral conditioning.

By creating a consistent routine and using positive reinforcement, owners can teach their puppies not only to hold their urges but also to understand the appropriate places to relieve themselves. It's important to establish a regular schedule for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks, which helps the puppy predict and adapt to their owner's expectations.

Patience, consistency, and the use of clear cues and rewards are key in reinforcing these good habits, leading to a well-adjusted and house-trained pet.

Reach out today to learn how to successfully housetrain your puppy!

07/03/2024

Did you know that puppies need 18-20 hours of a sleep a day?!

Oftentimes puppies don't want to sleep so much, because they are curious and excited about everything. That's why we have to help them get some rest by putting them in a cozy room, in their crates, for a nap after playing.

Puppies get tired easily, and they need good sleep to help their brains and bodies develop. They should nap after being awake for about an hour. And no, sleeping on the floor or on the sofa is not good enough. They might get disturbed by any noise or movement in the house.

If your puppy is not getting enough sleep, they might act out in different ways

✔️ your puppy might not want to play nicely and instead just want to bite your hands, feet and clothes
✔️ your puppy's bites might hurt more than usual
✔️ your puppy might get annoyed when you try to stop them from biting you
✔️ your puppy might have trouble calming down and run around like crazy
✔️ your puppy might chase kids and other pets too much, and make them scared of the puppy

If you're struggling to get your puppy to nap in their crate, or to like their crate at all, contact me today to learn how to teach your puppy to sleep well. Sleep is very important for healthy puppies and happy families!

01/03/2024

Toast wants to wish everyone a happy Friday!

She also wants to remind everyone that nominations for the Best of Dripping Springs is ending on the 3rd, and humbly requests that you nominate Lang Canine Obedience as Best Dog Trainer!

Thank you for your nominations!

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17/01/2024

What is enrichment? Enrichment is a way of providing your dog with mental stimulation and fun activities that suit their natural instincts and preferences.

Many dogs like to dig, chew, chase, lick and shred things, but they may not have appropriate outlets for these behaviors in their home environment. If you want to prevent your dog from digging up your garden or tearing apart your furniture, you can offer them alternative ways to express these behaviors in a positive and acceptable way.

Enrichment can benefit dogs of all ages and breeds by keeping them happy and challenged. You can experiment with different types of games and puzzles to find what your dog enjoys the most.

Here are some easy and inexpensive enrichment ideas you can try at home:

Kibble Knots: wrap some kibble in a towel, twist the towel, and tie in several loose knots. This is a quiet toy that is sure to keep them busy for 10-15 minutes. You can make it harder for your dog by tying the knots tighter.

Paper Tube Toys: reuse your paper towel and toilet paper tubes! Fold one end of the tube, put some kibble inside, and fold the other end shut. Your dog will have to shred the tube to get to the kibble. For more difficulty, stuff the bigger tube with smaller tubes that have kibble inside. This may look messy, but it’s easy to clean up if done on a hard floor.

Foraging: scatter kibble in different places around the house or outside for your dog to find. Start with easy spots, like in the middle of the room, and move on to harder ones, like in their toy box or under their bed.

Enrichment should be fun and rewarding for your dog. If your dog doesn’t seem interested in the game or it’s too hard for them to solve, make it easier or show them how to do it.

My pup Pilot loves to shred his tube toys!

04/01/2024

New pup? Wondering when you can begin dog training?
Your new dog or puppy can begin learning manners once you can check off these three things.

☑️ Your vet has done a full exam. It's important that all new dogs and puppies see your personal vet as soon as they come home. It's best for your vet to document your dog's earliest health record when beginning life with your family. We also want to check to make sure your pup didn't bring home a spreadable ick from the shelter or previous home.

☑️ Your dog has received all vaccines - and enough time has passed for them to be effective (7 days). Puppies should have at least 2 rounds of their shots before beginning training or socializing in any way with other dogs. Most breeders do the first round, and your vet can do the second during their wellness visit. Bordetella IS a vaccine that will be required for almost all pet industry services; including training, grooming and daycare/boarding, so make sure that is on the list!

☑️Your dog has spent 1 full week in your home. It's important for the pup to transition before beginning any type of training program or going to daycare. Most dogs have an upset belly during the first week of a home transition, so it's not fair to make them work hard while they do not feel well. We also want your dog to bond with their new family.

If you need help now, Andrea can set up a virtual obligation-free evaluation, and even lessons, until in-person training can begin. Message now to learn more and book your totally free evaluation.

02/01/2024

Sir Ozwald Cobblepot is reminding us to practice Sit Stays!

Regularly practicing Sit Stays will improve your dog's impulse control and help you combat jumping, all while practicing good manners.

Sit Stays can easily be practiced while you're doing every day chores; making coffee, changing trash bags, doing laundry, and more. Try practicing 5 sit stays with your pup today!

Don't know how to teach your dog a Sit Stay? Reach out to Andrea today to learn more about basic obedience!

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05/12/2023

Are you one of the many families that is bringing home a new puppy or dog for the holidays? Each December, millions of Americans welcome a new pup to their family.

While an exciting time for the family, coming home around the hustle and bustle of a the holiday season can be really tough on a pup transitioning from one home to another. This can make housetraining harder for families and, sometimes, create mixed feelings about groups of people, decorations, and squealing kids for pups. Come January, you might find yourself scrambling to find a trainer with availability for your sensitive or reactive puppy that isn't housetrained yet.

If you plan on bringing home a pup this December, NOW is the time to reach out to a qualified trainer to get invaluable tips and tricks to make your pup's transition as smooth as possible during this very busy month.

Lang Canine Obedience offers virtual and in-person lessons that can be done before your puppy comes home. These lessons are designed to teach you and your family how to bond with your pup, how to introduce them to the craziness of the holiday season, how to protect your pup from sneaking potentially dangerous foods, how to housetrain your pup in the fastest way possible, how to manage your puppy's nipping and chewing habits (and how to stay safe around the many dangerous holiday decorations that are at puppy level), and so much more. Family members of all ages benefit from learning proper puppy handling before their bundle of fur joins the fun.

Reach out to Andrea today to learn more about holiday puppy do's and don'ts, and to book your pre-puppy lesson today!

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11/10/2023

One of the most effective ways to combat problematic behavior is to teach your dog the opposite behavior to their wrong one. Contradictory training will teach your dog that there is a specific solution to each of their mistakes.

If your dog jumps on people when they greet them, you need to teach your dog how to sit to receive attention. Dogs don't know what we want, so it's up to us to show them the behaviors we appreciate.

Reach out to Andrea today to learn more about contradictory training and how to teach your dog the solutions to their problematic behaviors.

30/09/2023

See you all tomorrow!

23/09/2023

PUPPIES!!! These cuties are some of our newest students.

22/09/2023

Hope to see y’all there!

We ask this question this time every year...
𝐃𝐨 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐀 𝐖𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫?
If YES then get that Wiener registered to race in our annual Dachshund Dash benefitting the Central Texas Dachshund Derby
www.SudsMonkeyBrew.com/race

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐬𝐡𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐞

Our racing includes a Pet Parade/Costume contest intermission

𝐀 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐓𝐨 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬

Evans Soft Serve
Firehouse Animal Health Center
KMI Sports Construction
Lang Canine Obedience
Wondercide

𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞
www.SudsMonkeyBrew.com/race

16/08/2023

Have a puppy under 2? If so, make sure you take their fear periods into consideration!

09/08/2023

Major and R***r are here to remind everyone that life is short and we should all be hugging more Golden Retrievers! 🐶🐶

27/07/2023

New pup? Wondering when you can begin dog training?
Your new dog or puppy can begin learning manners once you can check off these three things.

☑️ Your vet has done a full exam. It's important that all new dogs and puppies see your personal vet as soon as they come home. It's best for your vet to document your dog's earliest health record when beginning life with your family. We also want to check to make sure your pup didn't bring home a spreadable ick from the shelter or previous home.

☑️ Your dog has received all vaccines - and enough time has passed for them to be effective (7 days). Puppies should have at least 2 rounds of their shots before beginning training or socializing in any way with other dogs. Most breeders do the first round, and your vet can do the second during their wellness visit. Bordetella IS a vaccine that will be required for almost all pet industry services; including training, grooming and daycare/boarding, so make sure that is on the list!

☑️Your dog has spent 1 full week in your home. It's important for the pup to transition before beginning any type of training program or going to daycare. Most dogs have an upset belly during the first week of a home transition, so it's not fair to make them work hard while they do not feel well. We also want your dog to bond with their new family.

If you need help now, Andrea can set up a virtual obligation-free evaluation, and even lessons, until in-person training can begin. Message now to learn more and book your totally free evaluation.

12/07/2023

Really great info from our friends at Springs Veterinary Care!

07/07/2023

What is when it comes to dogs?

I get this question a lot, and I find that most people often only know half of what it means to socialize a dog properly. Yes, socializing means allowing your dog to play and interact with other dogs and people, but it's also about teaching your dog how to be in new places, around people and dogs, and not have to interact with them. The skills necessary to stay composed when they are not allowed to play with others or investigate what is around them.

So, sign your pups up for daycare, schedule playdates, and allow them to play with new people and dogs, but also take them to public places and encourage them to ignore other animals and people. A well socialized pup can play nicely with others AND be around others without being the life of the party.

05/07/2023

One of Lang Canine Obedience's newest students, Hera. Those headtilts 🥹

23/06/2023

Lang Canine Obedience will be closed June 24 through July 4 for a personal vacation. Andrea will be responding to calls, emails and texts, but please be patient while she spends time with family.

22/06/2023

Thank you so much for voting Lang Canine Obedience as the Best Dog Trainer of Dripping Springs!

I love your dogs so much, and am so grateful I have the privilege of working with them and your families. Thank you! 💚🐾💚

21/06/2023

Want a cheap and enriching puzzle game for your pup? Check out my instructions for the much loved Kibble Knot!

20/06/2023

This little cutie is Bluey!

The past few lessons Bluey has learned;

-how to walk on a loose leash
-how to sit on command
-how to come when called

Her family has learned;

-how to supervise her better
-how to redirect chewing
-how to correct jumping
-how to reduce chasing and nipping of kids
-the importance of bite inhibition training
-how to communicate clearly to dogs

Bluey is here to remind us that dog training is mostly about training the humans, and less about commanding the dog. Give Bluey's family a round of applause for being such great students!

19/06/2023

16/06/2023

Say hello to Griz! 👋

Griz is his family’s very first pup, so they needed help with the things that most first-time puppy families struggle with. He was mouthy with their young boys, didn’t always come when called, jumped, chewed, and didn’t have the best listening skills.

He and his family have worked really hard these last couple of months and he has really turned into a great first-time pup.

Congratulations to Griz! I’m so proud of you and your family!

14/06/2023

Ya'll, this is Melvin. He stole my heart from the moment I met his smooshy face. He also sings, at the top of his lungs, when his little humans run ahead during walks. Many others can relate to this embarrassing behavior.

Melvin and his mom have been working insanely hard to teach him how to let his littles run and scooter ahead while still being a well-behaved pup. Melvin still has a lot of work to do, but I couldn't be more proud of his progress.

08/06/2023

How do you know you had a good training session? When a normally wild pup sploots down and doesn’t move 😂

Watson the Golden puppy loves to train. And his humans love how tired he is after our lessons!