College Bound

College Bound

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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Enjoy Every Tongue Out Tuesday

Enjoy Every Tongue Out Tuesday

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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A+ Dog Walking

A+ Dog Walking

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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Keep It On

Keep It On

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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Feel Good Friday with Ammo

Today’s Feel Good Friday post goes to 13 1/2-year-old Ammo. Ammo won in Jenga because his big tail didn’t knock it down. He lay comfortably on the lobby couch at the hotel and enjoyed people-watching. A+ Dog Training hopes everyone feels as good and relaxed as Ammo this summer! If you need help training your

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FREE COMMUNITY PACK WALK TOMORROW

FREE COMMUNITY PACK WALK TOMORROW

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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Happy Fourth of July

Happy Fourth of July

More Pets Go Missing on Independence Day Than Any Other Day Here are a few tips to provide a safe Fourth of July for your pack family! Take your dog for a long walk before the festivities begin. This will allow them to potty during the quiet, peaceful time and tire them out. Make sure

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Joey & The Cat

Joey & The Cat

Today’s Feel Good Friday post goes to Joey and his roommate.  One of Joey’s goals was to live peacefully with the cat, and receiving a photo like this from his owner shows how much progress Joey has made in his training sessions.  Way to go, Joey, you get an A+!

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A Well-Balanced Dog

A Well-Balanced Dog

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 giving them a place away from others and activity or

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The Golden Years

The Golden Years

Ammo had his annual senior wellness exam.  Dr. Heather and the staff treated Ammo with such gentleness and care.  They even brought him a yoga mat to sit and lay on so his paws don’t slip.  Dr. Heather was very thorough and answered all our questions as we continue to adjust and enjoy this chapter

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Summer Road Trip Tips

Summer Road Trip Tips

Koa is ready for a road trip! Here are some tips to keep in mind while traveling with your dog safely this summer: Make sure your dog wears a harness or seatbelt. Never leave your dog alone in the car – even for a short time. Feed your dog several hours before and after the

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When Dogs Are a Blessing

When Dogs Are a Blessing

It seems only fitting to start our week with a photo of Kona and one of God’s promises!   “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye upon you.” Psalm 32:8   Kona is a hostess to many bible studies and prayer meetings

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Cool Drax

Cool Drax

Drax is looking back to cooler temperatures! Here are some tips to keep your dog cool and safe this summer: Provide plenty of fresh water inside and outside of the house. Keep in mind that shade moves.  Make sure that your dog has shade throughout the day when staying outdoors. Frequent cool baths and brushing

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FREE COMMUNITY PACK WALK TOMORROW

FREE COMMUNITY PACK WALK TOMORROW

FREE COMMUNITY PACK WALK TOMORROW (9 A.M.) 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

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Two Great Habits

Two Great Habits

Two great habits to get into this spring are to walk your dogs to your neighborhood’s Free Little Library and grab a book.  Then when it gets hot, cozy up indoors and work on Stay with your dogs as you read to them.

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Free Community Pack Walk 05/04 @ 10 A.M.

Free Community Pack Walk 05/04 @ 10 A.M.

FREE COMMUNITY PACK WALK TOMORROW 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

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