To Honor the Life & Legacy of MLK Jr.

To Honor the Life & Legacy of MLK Jr.

In remembrance of Martin Luther King Jr. today, we hope that you and your family took your dog out for a walk while talking about peace, justice, & equality.  How can you, as a family continue to be peaceful with your neighbors, your kids’ schoolmates, and your community?  What does equality & justice mean?  How

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Selfie Saturday

Selfie Saturday

Happy Selfie Saturday from Maverick & GiGi! Here are two photos of Maverick before walking with other dogs and after the walk.  Can you guess which photo was taken when? Walking your dog is crucial for bonding & exercise for both of you.  It also stimulates your dog’s mind.  If you need help with managing

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Cute Cookie

Cute Cookie

It’s a Feel Good Friday when you can get a fresh cut & bath.  We hope to help Cookie have one of those days! Meet Cookie, a Miniature Golden Doodle that barks at every strange noise outside.  It’s understandable that Cookie is unsure of the outdoors as she was born at the beginning of the

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Respectful River

Respectful River

Meet River, a GSD-Lab-Husky Mix that needs a little more help with manners and being calm in public.  A+ Dog Training’s Calm Canine program was the perfect Christmas gift for him.  Welcome to our pack family, River!

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Ammo’s Yearly Checkup

Ammo’s Yearly Checkup

Ammo had his yearly checkup yesterday.  He usually wants to eat anything we put in his mouth, but he doesn’t like the Bordetella vaccine, so we requested the injections instead.  We like to make bets on who would guess Ammo’s weight the closest.  The vet techs usually win, followed by Tom, and then GiGi.  It

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Hassle Free

Hassle Free

If you are considering if A+ Dog Training is right for you… Remember that we’re HASSLE FREE. Dad has work until 5 P.M.  Mom has errands & responsibilities at various days & times.  Daughter has basketball & dance practice.  Son has baseball & Boy Scouts.  But the family can fit training in during the baby’s nap

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Socially Distant Dogs

Socially Distant Dogs

After spending more time sheltering at home this past year, many dog owners become very aware of their dogs’ behavior.  Disobedience, barking, lunging, & even aggressiveness are common issues you might have noticed now when you take your dog out in public.  If you are one of these dog owners, let A+ Dog Training help

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People Watching

People Watching

On Day 4 of Maverick’s Board & Train, we open the front door and give Maverick an opportunity to observe the outdoors.  He is allowed to bark if someone comes up to our property but must stop once we tell him to.  He is not allowed to bark at the neighbor’s cat across the street. 

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Supervising the Super

Supervising the Super

Ammo teaches Maverick how to supervise Tom while he rakes the leaves. Just supervising…no barking, whining, jumping, or scratching at the sliding door. Great job, everyone! If your dog keeps you from peacefully doing the chores at home, join A+ Dog Training’s Wait List for a Free Consultation. We can set you up with a

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Maverick Goes on an Errand

Maverick Goes on an Errand

A+ Dog Training is back at Baker Family Chiropractic.  We love how dog friendly they are, which gives us the perfect opportunity to work on Maverick’s impulse to jump on people.  If you’re in need of a chiropractor, we totally recommend BFCC of Modesto! Visit more of Maverick’s Board & Train journey on our FB

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Terrific Toby

Terrific Toby

It’s a Tongue Out Tuesday with one of our newest A+ Lifetime Members, Toby! Meet Toby, a German Shepherd born at the beginning of the pandemic.  A few of Toby’s goals are to stop some unwanted behaviors like nipping and digging.  Toby’s family can’t wait to have fun on walks with him as well.  Welcome

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Follow Maverick

Follow Maverick

Maverick is a four-year-old Boxer that kickstarted his Calm Canine program with a seven-day Board & Train with A+ Dog Training.  Be on the lookout for another training video to be published at 7:00 P.M. and make sure to Follow Maverick’s journey on A+ Dog Training’s Facebook Page.  There will be a video and photo

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Roi Gets Fit With Owner

Roi Gets Fit With Owner

“Exercise is a celebration of what your body can do.  It’s not a punishment for what you ate.” Words from @bodysmartfitness on Instagram. Roi, our A+ Frenchie, is ready to encourage you with all your S.M.A.R.T. fitness goals in the new year.  A+ Dog Training is here to help you make your walks & jogs

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Nifty Nelly

Nifty Nelly

Meet Nelly, a Pit Bull on A+ Dog Training’s most popular Calm Canine program.  A few of Nelly’s goals is to not chew on things that don’t belong to her, listen to commands better, and have a calmer temperament.  Welcome to our pack family, Nelly! Do you have a pittie you’re ready to train?  Sign

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Kuddly Koda

Kuddly Koda

Meet Koda, a Pomeranian ready to become a well-balanced dog.  A+ Dog Training is here to help Koda learn to respect the boundaries in his home with his owner.  Welcome to our pack family, Koda! Does your dog act like he owns the house even though he doesn’t pay a penny for rent?  Sign up

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