Thursday Reminder

Thursday Reminder

You don’t have to pet EVERY dog, just like you don’t shake hands with EVERY person at a party. Sometimes dogs just need a human to be near them, so they learn to trust that humans are safe.  Don’t force a sniff from a dog.  Maybe they’re not ready. It’s nothing personal. When you’re ready

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Crate Training

Crate Training

A crate gives dogs a safe and comfortable place to be when company comes over or when it’s time to nap or sleep at night.  A crate will help families for upcoming summer vacation trips. If a dog ever must stay overnight at the vet’s hospital, they wouldn’t have the added burden of an unfamiliar

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Brushing Your Dog’s Teeth

Brushing Your Dog’s Teeth

Simply brushing your dog’s teeth daily can help prevent $1,000 veterinary bills.  Start early by getting your puppy used to a toothbrush.  Always use dog toothpaste.  It’s never too late to start now. If you need help with your dog accepting their teeth getting brushed, or using their teeth on unwanted objects, give A+ Dog

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A Well-Trained Dog is Priceless

A Well-Trained Dog is Priceless

It’s not expensive. It’s an investment in a lifelong relationship with your dog.  A relationship built on trust, clarity, and proper communication.  It’s an investment in your peace of mind. Because having a well-trained dog is…priceless. Sign up for A+ Dog Training’s waitlist for a free consultation.

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We Want to Know!

We Want to Know!

We want to know! Comment below and let us know if your dogs love the new toys they received for Christmas, or if they’re still playing with their old, chewed-up toys! If your dog has a knack for digging into things and chewing up items other than their toys, A+ Dog Training can help you! 

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An Adoring Selfie Saturday

An Adoring Selfie Saturday

The best way to really bond with your dog is to walk them. Since you’re adding 10,000 steps a day as your New Year’s Resolution, A+ Dog Training would like to encourage you to spend 4,000 steps with your four-legged friend!  If your dog pulls, barks, lunges, or halts, we can help you!  Sign up

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Rainy Day Schedule

Rainy Day Schedule

We’re with you on this one, Braxton! Braxton and A+ Dog Training would like to remind you that even though it’s wet and cold outside, that doesn’t mean you can’t walk your dog on a leash inside. Focus on keeping a looser leash and praising your dog when they walk right beside you. Keep using

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Halloween Tip from Milo

Halloween Tip from Milo

Your dog doesn’t know that Halloween is a holiday, and it can cause a lot of anxiety. The doorbell ringing, combined with costumes and humans yelling, “Trick or Treat!” can be a very stressful experience. 👻 Remember to give your dog a nice, long walk before the festivities begin. Have a safe space for them

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Halloween Tip with Zoey

Halloween Tip with Zoey

This is a reminder to make sure that your dog is wearing an updated tag and has a microchip. Halloween is only a week away. If they bolt, this could be the thing that gets them home. 🎃👻 Happy Halloween with love from Zoey and A+ Dog Training!

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Halloween Tip from Tucker

Halloween Tip from Tucker

Trick-or Treaters at the door can stress dogs out and trigger escape attempts.  Set up a calm, secure space where they can relax until things settle down.  Putting your dog on a leash can help if they have not fully mastered the Stay command in high, stressful situations. Happy Halloween with love from Tucker and

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Feel Good Friday

Feel Good Friday

Today’s Feel Good Friday post goes to Jolie, who has earned an A+ for being a Calm Canine. This photo was taken after her training session. Apparently, this is what Jolie does after every training session!   Hope you had a Happy Feel Good Friday with love from Jolie and A+ Dog Training!

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Back to School

Back to School

It’s that time. Schedules and routines are changing at the house. For those who have trained with us before, remember the tips & techniques we’ve given you to help your dog transition when your children return to school or head off to college, and the household dynamics change again. For those who find their dog

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FREE COMMUNITY PACK WALK TOMORROW

FREE COMMUNITY PACK WALK TOMORROW

If you want to enjoy walking and socializing with your dogs, this is the perfect opportunity – 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, and there are open sidewalks and

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