Don’t wait for your puppy to be four months old to show the world to them. The critical socialization period is usually around 3-12 weeks. You can take the puppy out after getting two shots. However, be safe where you take your pup. NO dog parks, walking in the pet stores or other high dog-traffic
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Rules are what a dog is and isn’t allowed to do: Don’t jump on people. Don’t pull on the walk. Boundaries control where a dog can & can’t go: The baby’s room is off-limits. Don’t go out the door until I say so. Boundaries also teach your dog what is & isn’t theirs. Rules &
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Dog Trainers need treats too! I was treated with a Rodan + Fields Rescue Mask & Compression Therapy at Elite Physical Therapy and Fitness Inc. Thanks for helping me figure out the right product for protecting my face from the elements of the outdoors. The change in weather and allergies to just about everything in
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Like some children in a swimming pool that never want to get out, some puppies & dogs don’t know any better and could play for hours. Dogs need a balance of activity and calm times. Make sure to give your dog a “quiet time” by providing them with a place away from others and activity
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Meet Axl from Hughson, California. Axl is a Weimaraner with separation anxiety. A+ Dog Training’s Calm Canine program is the perfect fit to help Axl become a more confident and well-balanced dog. Welcome to our pack family, Axl!
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Doggy Daycare might not always be the solution for your dog while you are at work. We want all dogs to be happy at daycare. In order to be happy, they must be healthy and safe. A Reactive Dog is a dog that barks, lunges, or pulls when they see another dog on a walk.
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Happy Selfie Saturday with love from Tango! Tango would like to remind you that hellos and goodbyes should be low key. When leaving your puppy alone, don’t make a big deal out of it which will cause anxiety. Place them in their crate or room, along with something to keep them occupied (maybe a
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If your goal is 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! Come join us for a walk and meet other dogs and dog owners. Walks last from 45 minutes to one hour with open
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Maui & Ace have attended a few Puppy Socials and are becoming more confident and playful with the other pups! They’d like to remind you that February’s Puppy Social is this Saturday, Feb. 8th at 2:00 P.M. A Reactive Dog is a dog that barks, lunges, or pulls when they see another dog on a
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Tango & Ammo discuss how well the pups did on the Puppy Bowl XVI. In the interest of maintaining the balance & wellness of your dog, please call 209-985-7898 today for a free consultation.
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Whoohoo! We are so grateful for your referrals! They’re so cool. You’re so cool. So enjoy a cool treat from Oak Barrel Creamery in Turlock, California.
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Today’s Feel Good Friday post goes to Ammo who decides to lay in front of the space heater when he’s not working for A+ Dog Training. It feels like it’s been warming up outside, but I think the forecast calls for rain on Sunday. We hope your winter is filled with warmth and love with
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Today’s Feel Good Friday post goes to Ammo who updated his Bordetella & Influenza at Taylor ER Veterinary in Turlock, California. All dogs are welcomed to A+ Dog Training’s Free Consultation if they are ready to face the outdoors, just bring them on a leash with an adult to handle each dog. For the public’s
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Doggy Daycare might not always be the solution for your dog while you are at work. We want all dogs to be happy at daycare. In order to be happy, they must be healthy and safe. Before you send your dog to daycare, ask them what the ratio is for handler to dogs. One handler
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How are your New Year’s Resolutions going? Tango may be nice and warm in his bed, but he would like to encourage you to put on your favorite sweater and walk your dog outside! If you dedicate a set time every day to walk your dog, within a week or so they’ll hold you to
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Do you have a New Year’s goal to adopt a dog for the family? Today’s Feel Good Friday post is of Lily, who was rescued and brought into a warm fur-ever home with all the love she can ever imagine. Here’s to a New Year of less dogs in the shelter! Got a rescue over
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It’s the first of the year and many people resolve for a healthier and more fit lifestyle. While your children are on vacation, get them on board with your resolutions by going out for a daily walk with them and the dogs – just until they must go back to school. This way everyone in
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Tango’s owner blessed A+ Dog Training with a yummy holiday treat. This is our last treat before the new year. May your New Year’s Resolutions become positive lifestyle changes in 2020!
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Today’s Thrilling Thursday post goes to Buster, the Boxer Collie Mix that has trouble socializing around humans. On this session, Buster walked up to Tom, sniffed him, and gave him a quick lick on the hand! Tom & Buster’s owners were thrilled to see how far Buster has come along! Him and his brother Zeke
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A+ Dog Training & Athena the Great Dane would like to wish everyone the warmest thoughts & best wishes for a Merry Christmas & a very happy New Year!
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