We wrapped up week two last week in the sweltering heat, but we survived with plenty of shade and water. This week Elementary will be learning how to walk their dog with a loose leash, so don’t forget to bring some comfortable walking shoes and water!
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Don’t forget to walk your dog in Patterson tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. This free community pack walk is sponsored by Westside Animals for Adoption. Come and go as you please. Meet behind Patterson Veterinary Hospital (24 S. 3rd Street). We’ll see you there!
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Raising dogs in my early years consisted of memorable walks, cuddling, and potty training. Yes, I knew that it was important to house train the dogs, or… expect mom to yell. But it wasn’t until I raised Ammo with Tom that I valued the importance of consistent, proper potty training which led to Potty On
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Dog obedience classes are well under way in Turlock before children start their first day of school. Visit our Facebook Page (search A+ Dog Training) to view albums of our classes and see what you’ve been missing.
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There are only three spots left for August 6th’s pool party. Safety is one of our top priorities, so teach your dog how to get in and out of the pool on their own. Ever wonder how well your dog could swim? Enroll now for this One Hour Group Session from 11:00 a.m. to Noon.
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A little over one mile into the pack walk, this Corgi was ready to rest his little legs! View more pictures of our Free Community Pack Walk on our Facebook Page. Search A+ Dog Training.
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Wren and her pup Jolly did an outstanding job at the 4H Dog Competition at the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds. They worked very hard on their obedience and showmanship with A+ Dog Training throughout the school year and we are so proud of them! View A+ Dog Training’s Facebook Page tomorrow night for more pictures of
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Holly and her family completed A+ Dog Training’s Elementary class and is ready to use their training over the Fourth of July Weekend. Remember, walk your dog before they start to show signs of anxiety due to the fireworks. Use obedience to distract them from the noises and around people you are celebrating with. Don’t
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We received a text message that shows Bell inside the house on her pillow for the past 20 minutes. She is staying and her owner is enjoying her company. It is the consistent effort that Bell’s owner puts in which creates a habit for Bell. With consistency in training, your dog can be just as calm
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Fireworks can generate fear pet symptoms such as howling or barking, excessive salivation, urination, an urgency to flee, and in most cases attempt to damage nearby objects. Cooper would like to calmly remind all dog lovers to be mindful of their dogs this Fourth of July and if you need assistance preparing your dog for
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Obedience classes are great for socialization and obedience, but what do you do when you have a dog that is afraid of something? How can you help your dog overcome their fear and live a stress free and peaceful life? Call A+ Dog Training at 209-985-7898. We’ve helped owners show their dog how to overcome
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A+ Dog Training would like to remind you that a puppy doesn’t understand human etiquette when they first join your home. Be consistent and patient when setting the rules and boundaries. How you teach your puppy over the next few weeks will make things easier – or harder – for the rest of their life.
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Dot from Turlock would like to wish all fathers a Happy Father’s Day. If you’re having a family barbecue this weekend, please keep in mind your dog’s training. Have your dog lay down and stay beside you as you eat or put them on their bed or place. Remind your guests not to feed them
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After the Patterson Pack Walk in May, Ammo cooled down on the sidewalk by Blues Cafe and trained to be around people in town. This picture also serves as a reminder that Father’s Day is coming up, so plan a nice hike with dad and don’t forget to bring the dog!
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Benefits of walking your dog: Keeps your dog healthy. By controlling their weight, you can lessen stress on their hips. Keeps you healthy…walking is great exercise and a form of mediation Releases a lot of stored energy and will calm your dog or puppy A+ Dog Training also offers a dog walking service for when
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This is a reminder to replenish your Pet Emergency Kit. We replace our dog’s three days worth of food, water, and medicine whenever he gets a new bag in the kitchen. Whenever his vaccines or license is renewed, we ask our veterinarian for two extra copies of his updated record (one for the travel crate
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Although today was a cooler day with a slight breeze throughout Modesto and Turlock, I still left my dog at home. Even though I can take him to most of my errands and not leave him in the car, the thought of hot asphalt or sidewalks come to mind – not to mention how much
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There were 22 dogs that attended June’s Pack Walk. It was our first hot pack walk of the season. We took a shorter route, lasting 1.57 miles in 44 minutes. There was a fun run (5k & 10k) event that was going on and Tom was helping owners train their dogs to be walking near
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The Free Pack Walk is on today at 9am-10am. We will meet at the corner of Crowell and Monte Vista. The weather should be between 79-84 degrees during the hour walk. Make sure to bring comfortable clothes since it will still be warm out. Please no retractable leashes and bring poop bags for your dog.
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No matter how much training your dog works on, a dog is an animal with a high sense of smell. Remember to close the lid on your garbage cans to prevent unwanted trips to the vet. This was Saran Wrap found in the stomach of one of our client’s dogs.
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