Training people and dogs to have their best lives together. Denise Ames CPDT-KA
(22)
Out and About Dog Training offers private one on one training sessions customized to meet your specific needs. Positive, reward based techniques are used to help get the best results while building a positive relationship with your dog.
Look at this beauty!
We are creating a great and rewarding experience for being on the bed.
Dogs don't come knowing that they are supposed to chill on this wonderful piece of furniture we bought them.
We have to teach them that this is an awesome place to just chill and hang out.
Coco and Channel ❤️❤️
Teaching Daisy to ring the bells to go outside
Good girl, Daisy!
Gibson checking out his file and trying to zero out our account at the vets.
Good boy, Gibson ❤️
A question that we often get is "How long should my training sessions be?"
Training sessions with my dogs include teaching behaviors that I want to work on or improve, as well as rewarding good decision making throughout the day.
If I am working on a specific skill such as a learning to back up, recall, going to mat, I will often grab a handful of treats and when that runs out, we are done. Sometimes, it only lasts 5 minutes and sometimes it lasts 15 minutes.
Most importantly, your training session should last as long as you and your dog are having fun!
Happy Training!
Love getting updates ❤️❤️
Just had to share—remember when Maddie was terrified of Mia and you helped her pet her for the first time? This was today—she is sick and this is where she fell asleep
Good girl, Mia!
I am so touch that this was drawn for me❤️❤️
Look at those long legs!!
Gibson helped me shop at Home Goods today!
Good boy, Gibson
Mavis went out to lunch with her family.
Just look at her being so chill on her mat!
Good girl, Mavis!!!
Today we worked appropriate greetings along with loose leash skills. We don’t want to meet all dogs but it’s important to know manners around other dogs while out and about.
Good girl, Mavis!
Early this morning, as I was walking Parker and Gibson, a skunk crossed the road in front of us. This was quite a surprise to all of us. The boys wanted to get a closer look. The skunk stopped and stared at us, asking "do you want some of this?" Thankfully, I was able to get the boys to take a step back as the skunk continued along his way. That could of been bad. Grateful to finish our walk
Below is a recipe for removing skunk smell from your dog
❤ Good boy, Snoopy!
This is but a simple but huge moment in time. Prior to this picture being taken, I asked Gingers mom how she was feeling. She responded honestly, I am stressed all over. This was our first outing, putting our training into practice. Ginger barks and reacts at people. We have been working on relationship skills and confidence building. It is fun watching their relationship and the communication grow between them.
💥Is Your Dog a Window Watcher?💥
While window watching may seem enjoyable for some dogs when nothing going on.
However, the moment a person walks by, they see a bike, or people walk by with their dog, your dog is pushed over threshold and sent into a state of over arousal. Your dog is now barking at whatever may be passing by. Help your dog have a more relaxed environment.
Below are some tips and suggestions to managing your dog’s environment.
• Manage the Environment: Block access to the window. Close the door if the window is in a particular room. Close the blinds if you can not prevent access. Decorative window film to cover the window and allow the sunlight in.
• Create a Calm Environment: Play soothing music or use calming pheromones to create a peaceful atmosphere indoors, reducing your dog’s need to be constantly vigilant.
• Provide Mental Enrichment: Utilize engaging toys or interactive puzzles to keep your dog occupied and mentally stimulated while indoors.
By implementing these strategies, you can help reduce your dog’s focus on window watching and create a more peaceful indoor environment.
Love getting updated texts from my clients:
I had my hip surgery 2 weeks ago. Mia has been doing so well that I didn't think I needed to board her. My daughter just came and picked her out. She had been so careful around me since I came home. Thank you for the great foundation you gave her! I have to tell you a funny - when the PT came to the house she had a big bag like you always brought. I swear ia thought she was there for training and tried to look in her bag.
Thank you!
Runaway recalls with Miss Mavis!
Good girl, Mavis!
Kibble Challenge
What can you spell with your dog's food?
⚠️ So often, the first question I get asked is “How much is your dog training?
While I completely understand you want to know what the cost is, this should not be your first question.
When looking for a dog trainer, it's essential to ensure they are qualified, experienced, and a good fit for your dog's needs.
Here are some questions to ask:
➡️ Qualifications and Experience:
- What certifications or formal training do you have?
- How long have you been a dog trainer?
- Do you have experience with my dog's breed and specific issues?
➡️ Training Methods:
- What training methods do you use?
- What if my dog gets something wrong? Or doesn’t listen?
- How do you handle behavioral problems like aggression or anxiety?
- Can you provide examples of successful training outcomes?
➡️ Philosophy and Approach:
- What is your training philosophy?
- How do you ensure training is humane and effective?
- Do you use positive reinforcement techniques?
➡️ Services and Programs:
- What types of training programs do you offer?
- How long are the training sessions and programs?
- What is the cost and what does it include?
➡️ Client Involvement:
- Do you provide training for owners as well as dogs?
- How do you ensure the training is maintained after the sessions end?
➡️ References and Success Stories:
- Can you provide references from previous clients?
- Do you have success stories you can share?
➡️ Follow-up and Support:
- What kind of follow-up support do you offer after the training program ends?
- How do you handle setbacks or if the training doesn't seem to be working?
➡️ Logistics:
- Where are the training sessions held?
- What are your policies on cancellations and rescheduling?
✅ These questions will help you gauge the trainer's knowledge and compatibility with your training philosophy and needs. Choose wisely and ask the right questions.
Denise Ames- CPDT-KA
Out And About Dog Training
[email protected]
817-631-3646
This could be used for Tank’s profile picture!
He is learning that making good choices earns a fabulous rewards.
Good boy, Tank!
I think Ginger is smiling at me!
We had a really good lesson on distractions and disengagement.
Good girl, Ginger!
I am so proud of Gavin and Mavis!
Together they have become quite a team ❤️
Can we just give Anya some puppy love?!
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Cerberus family has a schedule!
I love seeing a proactive family ❤️
Puppy life 😊
I think she is smiling at me!
Life is good ❤️
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Coco and Channel ❤️❤️
Teaching Daisy to ring the bells to go outside Good girl, Daisy!
Sniffspot for the Win!! Did you know that you can rent out people’s yards for your pup to play? You don’t need to take your dog to the dog park. Today I was able to rent out this yard that had a pool for Gibson to swim. Think of Sniffspot as am Airbnb for dogs. Enjoy and play with your dog!
Runaway recalls with Miss Mavis! Good girl, Mavis!
Bonnee loved her Snuffle Mat after training! Canine Enrichment for the win ❤
Bonnee enjoying her Snuffle Mat. The benefit of a snuffle mat for Bonnee is that it can produce a calming effect. Sniffing can produce a dopamine release while lowering the heart rate and bringing arousal levels down. Good girl, Bonnee!
New Adventures for Nori! Good girl ❤
Good girl, Nori! Look at this loose leash! Nori is checking in and is being rewarded for it! What gets rewarded will get repeated :) Successful loose leash walking begins inside the home with no distractions!
Ruthie having fun playing touch! Enhancing and strengthening relationships Good girl, Ruthie!!
Canine Enrichment for the win! Good girl, Mia!
Play Builds Relationships! Have fun with your dog!
Love getting these wonderful texts! Hope you don’t mind my bothering you, but wanted to show you your student at the Vet (to get her stitches out) this morning. We had to wait a long time-and there was another person with a small dog close by! I was so pleased! Even when a second dog walked in she was not wild! (Only got crazy walking to car). I gave one lady your name in case she needs help with her rescue (after singing your praises). AND, the past two nights on the way to bed, Zola deviated from her normal habits, left her crate in bedroom and walked into living room—as Mia and I were walking to bedroom. Zola just turned and walked to her crate. Mia followed at a distance—I praised and rewarded (of course, I almost had a heart attack 😂). She is her calmest at night, but boy was I impressed. So THANK YOU! I think we’re getting closer to peaceful coexistence 😊
So much fun!!! Training with Riley ❤️❤️❤️
Grogu doing a great job on loose leash walking Good boy, Grogu!!
Puppy Play work Brida! Always make time for play 😊
Team Dixie! Loose leash walking ❤️ Distractions are tough on Dixie. But this team did a fantastic job communicating to each other. Big win!!
King has been working on his leash skills. I love his reaction when he hears his name. Turn around and come see mom. Good boy, King!!
Just too cute!! Lily teaching Noel to roll over. Good girl, Noel!
Mia showing off her spunky recall! Good girl, Mia!!
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