Things to budget for when getting a dog: Veterinary visits / Checkups Monthly Flea & Tick / Heartworm Medications Vaccinations City License Food Training Grooming fees Treats Dog gear for home (crate/runner, bed, collar, food & water bowls, pooper scooper, etc.) Dog gear for travel (leash, collar, I.D. tags, crate, blanket, towel, first aid kit,
Read moreHappy Tongue Out Tuesday with love from Stevie & A+ Dog Training!
Read moreWhen it’s not quite swim-time & Saturdays are still meant for me-time. Have a snuggly Saturday with love from Stevie, her son Nigel, & A+ Dog Training.
Read moreIs Dog Training Worth It? We work with so many people that would gladly spend the money to solve their problems & consider it an excellent investment. But they’re afraid they (the owners) won’t succeed, and the money will have been wasted. We get it. And we got you! During your free consultation, we review
Read moreStevie is looking back at her week knowing she earned an A+! How was your week? How often were you able to take your dog out for a walk? Yesterday, I posted about foxtails. Take a look at the field in the background. It’s full of foxtails! We made sure that Stevie didn’t go near
Read moreI’m sharing RedandHowling’s poster again because foxtail season is upon us. Save your dog & pocketbook from harm & heartache by being aware of your surroundings.
Read moreSpring weather is still sweater weather! Tom is sporting his MWDTSA hoodie while he walks with Teddy. A portion of every private training sale goes to Military Working Dog Team Support Association. This organization sends care packages to military working dogs and their handlers. Receiving care packages while Tom was on tours was such a
Read moreHave a happy Thirsty Thursday with love from Stevie & A+ Dog Training!
Read moreHappy Tongue Out Tuesday with love from Obi & A+ Dog Training!
Read moreWe fit our training to the goals & lifestyle of your family.
Read moreHappy Tongue Out Tuesday with love from Remi & A+ Dog Training!
Read moreSocialization doesn’t always mean your dog meets or gets petted by others. Let your dog relax and watch people or other dogs from a distance. Start working on this now to prepare your puppy for summer trips with your family!
Read morePlease remember to pick up after your dog and always dispose of it in a proper receptacle. It’s part of being a respectful & responsible dog owner. There is a fine in the Turlock City limits. And leaving it in your yard can spread diseases.
Read moreHappy Selfie Saturday with love from Nigel & A+ Dog Training!
Read morePuppies need to learn how to settle down. Rest and structure are necessary. Bond with your dog and get to know when your puppy needs a nap or exercise. Both are essential for a well-mannered & well-balanced dog. Helpful Tip: Sometimes a mouthy puppy means they’re sleep deprived and need to learn how to wind
Read moreHappy Tongue Out Tuesday with love from Stevie & A+ Dog Training!
Read moreA Selfie Saturday Reminder: You don’t have to pet EVERY dog, just like you don’t shake hands with EVERY person at a party. Sometimes dogs just need a human to be near them so they learn to trust that humans are safe. Don’t force a sniff from a dog. Maybe they’re not ready. It’s nothing
Read moreAll too often we hear from owners about how they’ve tried other professional dog trainers before us. We understand. When potential clients are concerned about how long our waitlist is, we encourage you to shop around and meet other trainers in our area. We want you to do your due diligence and feel comfortable with
Read moreA+ Dog Training’s Puppy Social is Saturday, March 4th from 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. It will be held at Taylor ER Veterinary Emergency Hospital where non-fully vaccinated puppies are safe to socially play and learn from each other (must have at least two rounds of vaccines). Please call Taylor ER Veterinary for more details and
Read moreA+ Dog Training was invited to speak with the Canal Veterinary Staff over bagels and conversations about how to make your dog more comfortable when going to the vet. A few things we recommend: • Walk your dog for 30 min. right before their visit (if possible). • Get to your vet early to
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