We’re in October and it’s time for your front door to be used for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday packages, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve festivities! Is your dog ready? It’s time to work with your dog daily with manners at the door. A+ Dog Training can help you with: Non-stop barking when
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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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Juniper takes a moment to control her instincts and leave the geese alone. GiGi was not ready to get dragged and take a swim at Stan State. Way to go, Juniper! You get an A+! The command Leave It is just as important as Stay and Come. Leave It teaches the dog what they can
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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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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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Olive enjoys sharing her toys – especially if the human will play Fetch with her. Some dogs get possessive over their toys and will growl and snap at other dogs or humans trying to take them away. If this sounds familiar, don’t let this get out of hand. Eventually, your dog will become possessive over
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Car rides can be enjoyable when your dog is calm and comfortable. Let A+ Dog Training help you so your pack family can go on memorable trips together! Sign up at 209dogtraining.com/join-waitlist/ Happy Tongue Out Tuesday with love from Juniper and A+ Dog Training.
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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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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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One of our rest stops while traveling to SoCal was Petco. It was so hot that Tom carried Ammo through the parking lot until we entered the store. We were able to stretch our legs and walk around the cool store. They had a bowl of water by the human bathrooms and drinking fountains. And…Ammo
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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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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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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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Today’s Thrilling Thursday goes to Stevie, Nigel, and A+ Dog Training. We’ve got it made in the shade!
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Wednesday 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 personal.
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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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Camping Season is upon us. Call A+ Dog Training at 209-985-7898 if your dog needs help learning camping etiquette.
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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, crates, blankets, towel, first aid kit, seat belt leash, etc.)
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REMINDER A+ Dog Training’s Free Community Pack Walk will be held at the end of this month. Saturday, January 27, 2024 @ 10 a.m.
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