One Walk at a Time

One Walk at a Time

Dogs can be overstimulated while on a walk.  They can be hyper and overly excited.  They can be nervous, scared, or anxious.  They can bark constantly, jump constantly, pull constantly, mark or pee on everything, or they can completely shut down. A+ Dog Training can show you how to help your dog overcome their issues,

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Motivational Monday

Motivational Monday

Yes, I’m saying it…Thanksgiving is just around the corner! It’s time to be consistent and work on the “Place” or “Bed” command.  Having your dog stay in a certain spot helps when you don’t want them in the way, and you can’t supervise them while you’re cooking.  They can also sneak and grab bits and

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Why Walk with Dogs?

Why Walk with Dogs?

I read somewhere that walking for an hour puts you into deeper fat-loss territory. And for older adults, walking 30 minutes to an hour per walk helped them live independently at home about 2 years longer, on average, than those who walked less. Stress and sleep quality also improve noticeably. So, grab a dog (or

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We Remember

We Remember

On September 11, 2001, Tom was based at Barksdale Air Force Base, running a drill securing planes with nuclear missiles.  His team’s drill was disrupted during the announcement of the fall of the Twin Towers.  They needed to stow the planes back and hide the missiles.  Tom’s week-long drill was expedited in reverse.  He stayed

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Hesitation is Not Failure

Hesitation is Not Failure

It is normal for a dog to hesitate around something unfamiliar and to need time to understand what you are asking.  It’s normal for them to resist something that does not make sense to them yet. For her first time in the pool, Millie doesn’t need to jump in and swim.  She only needs to

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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, with open sidewalks and plenty of

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Videos Won’t Help

Videos Won’t Help

Step outside your normal routine and learn to see yourself, your dog, and your relationship from a new perspective.  Tom, with A+ Dog Training, will point out what your energy and body language are communicating before you say a word to your dog. You can love your dog deeply, study the right techniques, and genuinely

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