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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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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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 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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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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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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It is always bittersweet when a Calm Canine or Delightful program ends. We welcome you to our home for a free consultation. You welcome us to your home for some training sessions. Walking is a way to bond with your dog, but it’s also a way to bond with other people. And when we walk
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If your dogs get possessive over toys, food, their human, or even the water bowl, A+ Dog Training can help you! Sign up on our waitlist for a free consultation. Happy Thirsty Thursday with love from Barney, Juniper, and A+ Dog Training!
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Colt & Ruger enjoy their morning walks with GiGi. Although it’s a bit rough for Colt (and GiGi) to wake up early and beat the heat, they also keep cool by finding the best paths with shade. Sometimes the neighbors’ sprinklers are on. A+ Dog Training is respectful and doesn’t allow dogs to walk on
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Brushing your dog’s fur daily is a must – especially if you have breeds like a poodle or doodle. As autumn begins, the leaves will start to fall and the almonds will be shaken. Our dogs can track a lot of debris into the home. Brushing your dog daily will help with everyone’s allergies in
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Archie and A+ Dog Training want to remind dog owners to be responsible while walking in their neighborhood as the season changes. Always bring bags for waste even if your dog “never” potties when they go for a walk. Accidents happen and being responsible is part of dog ownership. Keep your dog leashed and walking
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KickHouse is holding another Women’s Self-Defense class. Saturday, August 24th 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. KickHouse (327 W Canal Drive) next door to LightHouse Family Church & Modern Warrior Corner of Canal Drive and Front Street in Turlock Cost is FREE (Wear comfy clothes and bring water. No shoes needed). STRENGTHENING THE PACK! Now that
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It’s that time. For those that have trained with us before, just remember the tips & techniques that we’ve given you to help your dog transition when your child goes off to college and the household dynamics change again. For those who find their dog reacting differently or displaying new, unwanted behaviors…A+ Dog Training can
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Charlie & A+ Dog Training would like to remind you to take a minute and relax with your dog. Dog training doesn’t always have to be about Sit, Down, Stay, Come, or walking on a loose leash. Sometimes you just need to take your dog out to the park, pull up a chair and a
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Summer camping trips are winding down. It’s time to take down our 4th of July decorations and dust off the pumpkins. The children are back to school and your schedules are slowly taking shape. If you are a current or former client of A+ Dog Training, we’d like to remind you that there’s an option
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Olive looks super cool as she beats the heat and gets ready to swim in the river with her life jacket. Some dogs don’t like to wear vests, harnesses, costumes, booties, etc. because it’s unnatural. But sometimes a life jacket or booties for the snow or hot surfaces is needed when taking your dog on
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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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