Another Feel Good Friday

Another Feel Good Friday

Ruger and Colt are ready for some summer fun! How can A+ Dog Training help you and your pack family enjoy the summer season more? Set up a consultation and let’s discuss your goals!   Happy Feel Good Friday with love from Ruger, Colt, and A+ Dog Training!

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Swimming Lessons for Dogs

Swimming Lessons for Dogs

Pool time is a cherished summer memory with our children, their friends, and our family dogs.  Dogs are natural swimmers, but you would be surprised at how many panic when they first jump in and don’t feel the ground.  Some need a little lift from vertical to a smoother, horizontal swim.  All dogs need to

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Dog School In Session

Dog School In Session

School is almost out, and the kids are ready to relax.  It’s time to focus on teaching your dog with A+ Dog Training.  This way, your dog won’t eat your child’s homework next school year. Sign up for A+ Dog Training’s Waitlist

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Motivational Monday

Motivational Monday

If your dog can calmly and confidently sit at a busy intersection in Turlock, they’ll be ready and confident to explore with your family on summer trips.  Start practicing now! Happy Motivational Monday, with love from Kona and A+ Dog Training!

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Today’s Feel Good Friday Moment

Today’s Feel Good Friday Moment

Today’s Feel Good Friday post goes to Chase the Pitbull training in his front yard.  The neighbor across the street had a litter of puppies to walk.  The little guy in the photo was a straggler who lost his pack.  Since he was lost, he decided to join Chase.  It turned out to be an

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Val Got Adopted!

Val Got Adopted!

Today’s Thrilling Thursday post goes to Miss Val, A+ Dog Training’s April Pack Walk Leader. A+ Dog Training picked up Val for an hour to burn some pent-up energy and socialize around lots of other dogs and people.   When we took her back after the walk, a family was in the process of looking to

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Puppy Chewing

Puppy Chewing

Puppy Chewing is: Developmentally normal A way of communicating (I’m tired/hungry/thirsty. I have to go potty.) A way to explore the world around them Not a behavior that needs to be punished Best addressed with redirection, management, and a proactive routine A behavior that your puppy can grow out of Hard and frustrating If you

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Happy Selfie Saturday!

Happy Selfie Saturday!

On Friday, March 28th, we had the opportunity to speak with students at Medeiros Elementary in Turlock for Career Day.  Our focus was on which subject matters in school can help you become a great professional dog trainer and own your own business. The handout we gave to the students shows chores according to their grade

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Happy Selfie Saturday!

Happy Selfie Saturday!

I dropped off business cards and treats for the humans at CR Ranch.   They gave me a tour and boy was I impressed!  This resort has three sizes of pet bedrooms – most have complete privacy, a window, a ceiling fan, and 24-hour music with an individual ventilation system and pet cot.  For the more

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Celebrating a New Season

Celebrating a New Season

Kona and A+ Dog Training are celebrating the first day of spring at Crane Park in Turlock.  What’s your dog’s favorite park to walk around?  Thank you, City of Turlock’s Parks & Recreation and Turlock Police Department for keeping our city’s parks safe and well-maintained for the dog community to enjoy!

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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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Crazy Hair, Don’t Care

Crazy Hair, Don’t Care

It’s another windy day, but Teddy’s ears can handle it. (GiGi’s hair…not so much!) There’s nothing more satisfying than brushing a Doodle’s fur after a long walk.   If your groomer tells you you must brush your dog’s fur weekly but your dog fights you every time, it’s time to give A+ Dog Training a

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Happy Tongue Out Tuesday!

Happy Tongue Out Tuesday!

Brownie is a year-old, intact German Shepherd Mix who has been at Turlock Animal Services since September and is ready for her fur-ever home.  Are you ready for Brownie to be this year’s Valentine? Happy Tongue Out Tuesday with love from adoptable Brownie and A+ Dog Training!

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Merry Christmas from Adoptable Violet

Merry Christmas from Adoptable Violet

Violet has been at City of Turlock – Turlock Animal Services since October. The Turlock Poker Room sponsors her adoption fees, and she is ready for her fur-ever home. May God’s light shine upon you and fill your heart & home with joy this Christmas season. Merry Christmas with love from Violet and A+ Dog

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With Grateful Hearts

With Grateful Hearts

A+ Dog Training would like to honor and appreciate all our clients past, present, and on our waitlist. Many of you rescue dogs and want to give them the best life possible. Others buy a specific breed because that’s what your children see in a movie and want to have as pets. In any circumstance,

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