Reactivity on leash is a fairly common problem for dog owners. However, it is also one that is frequently misunderstood and misaddressed. "When I see a dog, I tell my dog to sit, and we wait for the dog to walk by." "When I see a dog, I turn in the opposite direction...
"Leave It" is one of the most popular things for people to say to their dog when they are distracted, but it is generally ineffective as a long-term solution, even if taught right. If we have a dog in for training that is overstimulated by squirrels or people on...
Predatory drive is inherent in dogs; this is a fact. Though domesticated from wolves, dogs are still predators, with some breeds having retained more of these drives than others. Many of the traits that are highly desired in working dogs can cause issues when we take...
We are excited to be part of your puppy's obedience journey. We like to wait until the puppy is at least six months before starting formal training, but there are plenty of exercises and skills you can work on during this time. You want to be stimulating your pup and...
Potty training is the first thing that you should start doing when you bring your puppy home. This essential life skill is much easier to teach a young dog and will be a smooth process if you are consistent. The first component is getting your puppy on a good...
Whenever you send your dog for training with us, you are a client for life. We often see clients in for boarding or group classes that we started working with years and years ago. Some of these former Full-Service dogs come for refresher dog training because they have...
A common issue that we see with dogs that come for training is that they will not jump into the owner's car. This isn't such a big deal for our smaller students, but we see some 90-pound dogs with this issue! Having difficulty getting your dog in the car can add an...
A common question that we get is when to begin training with a new puppy. This inquiry is music to our ears because it means that the puppy owner prioritizes training for their new addition. Getting a jump-start means that you can prevent bad habits, make low training...
To me, having a dog fully off-leash trained is more about the relationship you have with your dog than anything else. At the end of the day, it's about your dog choosing you instead of other distractions. People don't want to accept that this takes time, and it also...
We welcome working dogs, sport dogs, and dogs with aggression/socialization issues.
To reserve your spot please contact the kennel at 727-201-9790 to set up a prerequisite boarding evaluation for your dog.
Desensitizing dogs living in your household to the cries of your baby is one of the single most surprising things to those taking the Dogs to Diapers online course. People assume that when their dogs have previous exposure to any kid, they don't need to prepare much...
