Kona was all smiles after September’s Free Community Pack Walk hosted by A+ Dog Training. Yes, this Saturday’s Pack Walk is scheduled for 10 a.m. which is usually our fall/winter hour. Who knew it was still going to be a hot one?! GiGi will be leading this Saturday’s walk with Myla, a husky that’s ready
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Seven Things We Can Stop Your Dog from Doing: Picking Up Inappropriate Objects Darting Out the Door Jumping On People Dragging You While on a Walk Inappropriate & Prolonged Barking Protecting or Growling Over their Food/Toys Barking or Lunging at Other Dogs
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Happy Tongue Out Tuesday with Colt, Ruger, and A+ Dog Training!
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A+ Dog Training is taking Booker’s training to the next level. Booker is doing a great job working on his manners out in public. He is also working on his confidence with a Stay around unnatural objects. This will help when his family goes on trips and he is exposed to new environments. Booker will
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Meet Livie, a Golden Retriever with goals to be less hyper around the family and others, and to be the well-behaved dog that listens to commands we know she can be. Welcome to our pack family, Livie!
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Meet Chase, a Pitbull with goals to master basic obedience and be a well-mannered dog that the family can take everywhere. Welcome to our pack family, Chase!
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Juniper takes a moment to control her instincts and leave the geese alone. GiGi was not ready to get dragged and take a swim at Stan State. Way to go, Juniper! You get an A+! The command Leave It is just as important as Stay and Come. Leave It teaches the dog what they can
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Meet Milo, a Golden Retriever with the goal of seeking attention without barking. Milo will also learn to obey commands from her owner more consistently. Welcome to the pack family, Milo!
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Rosie is at a Sit Stay and ready for the next command! Once your puppy understands the rules and boundaries at home and manners out in public, it’s time to take obedience training to the next level. Basic Stay = for a short amount of time (e.g. stopping to let humans pass through the door
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The weather is getting cooler. We’re deep into football season. It’s time to grill outdoors and enjoy the weather! A+ Dog Training can show you how to have an enjoyable time in the backyard with your dogs. Imagine grilling without worrying about your dog jumping up to grab the steaks. Imagine sitting and relaxing on
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A+ Dog Training trains dogs in various public places, one being Home Depot since they’re a pet-friendly store. The Halloween decorations are great props to build your dog’s confidence. Booker took a moment to show that he can Sit and Stay at attention just like the “rest of the dogs”. Perhaps he’ll be a pirate
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A+ Dog Training doesn’t just train dogs to be tolerant and have manners around other dogs. We also help your dog be friends with your parents’ dog or your sibling’s dogs. Thanksgiving and Christmas are around the corner and memories are ready to be made with the family – including the family pets! Sign up
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Meet Bella, a Goldendoodle with goals to stop jumping on guests when they first arrive but jump into the car when getting ready to travel. She will also master a solid recall. Welcome to our pack family, Bella!
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Meet Dutch, a Belgian Malinois with goals to walk without pulling and get along with the cats at home. Dutch will also learn to be social with other people and animals so the pack family can enjoy hiking and fishing trips. Welcome to our pack family, Dutch!
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Keep your dog safe by using a dog seat belt. The last time I checked, dog seat belts were about $15 at Pet Supplies Plus. One end clicks into the car’s seat belt. The other end attaches to your dog’s collar. You can also crate your dog. Keeping your dog secure prevents tragic accidents from
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Meet Scout, a Border Collie Mix with goals to listen and obey commands and to stop mouthing, licking, and jumping on people. Welcome to our pack family, Scout!
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A+ Dog Training can guide you through the potty training phase. It is all about consistency and scheduled routines. We have a worksheet that offers helpful tips and reminders. Before you know it, you’ll know about when your puppy or rescue dog usually needs to relieve themselves. Your family could take them out to a
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When letting your dog out to the backyard to potty and freely roam, please be mindful of your next-door neighbors. It’s okay if your dog barks when they’re in the backyard and they are startled by a noise or sight. But someone should be out supervising to ensure your dog’s safety and to stop them
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We recommend that your dog eats half an hour to an hour before or after a training session with A+ Dog Training, especially with larger-sized dogs. Bloat (gastric dilation-volvulus) is a life-threatening condition that occurs when a dog’s stomach fills with gas, food, or fluid causing it to expand and twist, which can cut off
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If you want to enjoy walking and socializing your dogs, this is your perfect opportunity…because it’s free! A+ Dog Training wants to get to know you, your family, and your dog! Join us for a walk and meet other dogs and their owners. Walks last 45-60 minutes with open sidewalks and lots of garbage cans
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