Beyond Dog Training

06/17/2025

🌿 Happy National Eat Your Vegetables Day! 🥦 Just like us, dogs can benefit from a healthy diet. Incorporating veggies into your furry friend's meals can boost their health and energy. 🐶 Let's celebrate by sharing some veggie tips for our pets! What are your dog's favorite veggies? Share in the comments!

06/17/2025

What’s better than a nice cool off in the water on a hot summer day? When it gets hot we love to head to the water, often with our dogs!

I start my water safety series with a lighthearted topic- drowning.

Watch for my own experience with drowning and what to look out for when taking your dog to cool off in the water!

Also, forgive how I look- I had just gotten back from a trail run!

06/11/2025

I talk a lot about how dogs "see" the world mostly by scent. But what about how dogs actually SEE the world, you know, with their eyes?
Dogs don't see in black and white as some may have believed. Dogs do perceive colors- but a bit differently than humans. Primarily seeing shades of blue and yellow, this unique vision allows them to experience a vibrant world, even if it’s not the same as ours. Wonder what that might look like? Check out the many images online, or use an app that can show you your world as seen by your pup!

06/10/2025

🐾 Happy Call Your Doctor Day! As a dog trainer, I always emphasize the importance of regular check-ups for our furry friends. Just like us, they need their health monitored too! 📞🐶 And did you know that many reactivity cases can be a result of undiagnosed pain or discomfort? Make sure to schedule that vet appointment and keep your pup healthy and happy!

06/07/2025

I’d love to go in next week to volunteer and find that all of my favorite dogs have found their forever homes! Sammie’s does so much to set their adopters up for success- thanks for sharing Overland Canicross Club!

ALL ADOPTIONS SPONSORED by ASPCA

Saturday, June 7th from noon - 4 p.m. FREE adoptions of all spayed and neuter pets!

*Our dogs and cats are spayed or neutered
*Vaccinated
*Microchipped
*Up to date in flea/tick/heartworm preventative
*All adopters will receive a bag of food

This is a $600-$1,000 VALUE!!

Come meet your new best friend!

06/06/2025

06/04/2025

Tired of your dog pulling on walks? You're not alone—but the good news is, you don’t need harsh tools or punishment to fix it. Loose lead walking is all about teaching your dog what you want them to do, not punishing them for getting it wrong.

Here’s how to get started using force-free methods:

✨ 1. Reward proximity.
Every time your dog walks next to you with a loose leash, mark it and reward with a treat. You’re building value in staying close! And of course, there's a game (many of them) for that!

✨ 2. Keep it fun and engaging.
Bring high-value treats or favorite toys. Make walking near you the best part of the outing!

✨ 3. Be a tree (briefly!).
If the leash goes tight, stop moving—but don’t yank or correct. Wait for slack, then mark and reward as they return to you.

✨ 4. Practice in low-distraction areas first.
Mastering focus in your backyard or quiet street sets you both up for success in busier places.

✨ 5. Think communication, not control.
Loose lead walking isn’t about dominance—it’s about teamwork and mutual trust.

🔁 Progress may be slow at first, but with consistency and kindness, your dog will learn that walking calmly by your side is rewarding—and enjoyable for both of you. ❤️

🐶 What’s your biggest challenge with loose lead walking? Drop it in the comments!

05/30/2025

Unlock the joy of stress-free walks with your furry friend! 🐾✨ Our leash reactivity training will help transform those anxious moments into enjoyable adventures, allowing you both to explore the world with confidence! 🌟

Contact us to schedule a consultation today!

https://beyond-dogtraining.com/leash-reactivity-training

05/30/2025

Received word this morning that I officially passed my latest course: Progressive Dog Rehabilitation Specialist! My certificate and badge are on their way, but this was the feedback from my exam:

''You clearly understand the importance of emotional regulation, resilience and cognitive freedom. Your examples showed insight into applying learning in different contexts. The link you made between recovery and stress regulation shows advanced understanding. Strong submission overall.''

Approaching dog training and care with the main focus on resilience, cognitive freedom, and stress recovery and regulation instead of obedience feels counter-intuitive and possibly frustrating for many people, especially those of us that grew up with "shove their nose in it". But I'm telling you- I have seen the incredible difference it's made in all dogs, not just those rehabilitating from trauma. My dogs, clients dogs, shelter dogs....consent, choice, recovery- they are absolute game changers.

05/30/2025

The wildflowers this morning at Empire mine were absolutely beautiful on our morning trail run with Overland Canicross Club!

05/28/2025

🍔🐶 Happy National Hamburger Day! Just like a juicy burger, our furry friends love their treats! Why not celebrate with a fun training session? Treats are one of the best ways to reward your pup for their hard work! 🐾❤️