Steadfast Companions Dog Training

02/20/2023

It's so important when hiring a dog trainer to ask questions. Make sure that both you and your dog will be treated with kindness in a learning environment free of fear, pain & intimidation.

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04/15/2022

Very few dogs actually should go to the dog park. Here's why.

https://www.facebook.com/603003256397289/posts/5512324805465085/

The last time I posted this it went viral 🤯

It rubbed some the right way and some the wrong way with lots of different opinions about my opinion ... and I still say the same 💁‍♀️

It seems that the ultimate goal for dog owners is to have a dog they can bring to a dog park because that must mean their dog can tolerate and deal with anything 🧐

And I wonder why that's so important?

I understand that many owners with this as their goal in mind, doing it with the best intentions, assuming they’re doing the right thing and are improving the quality of their dog’s life. And for a small amount of dogs, it can be a great experience.

But…

If you have a dog that doesn't really enjoy other dogs, you don't do your dog any favor trying to get him to a point where he can "tolerate" being at the dog park...usually it's quite the opposite and you'll lose your dogs trust that you got his back.

Or if you have a dog that enjoys playing really rough, why is it so important that he can "play" with the miniature doodle at the park rather than finding him a personal play mate that is on his level?

There's many reasons why I don't bring my dog to a dog park regardless of how well tempered and balanced my dog would be...the environment is just way too uncontrolled.

It's like going to a night club, you never know what to expect LOL

The fact that the majority of dogs are dog selective, meaning they prefer a more social circle than having to hug and kiss every stranger they come in contact with, is just another one.

But one of the big reasons I don't bring any dogs there is, because it really is a very unnatural environment for dogs and if you'd like to understand more about this, read my article on that topic on my website blog https://www.k9possible.com/single-post/2016/04/05/why-dog-parks-are-unnatural-how-to-properly-socialize-your-dog

10/07/2021

Dog breeds were created for specific purposes. When choosing a dog the breed is perhaps one of the most important considerations. Need help deciding which breeds best fit your lifestyle? Let me help!

05/29/2021

Ever wonder what your dog is "saying" to you? Learning to understand canine body language will help. Need a translator? Book your consult now!

05/26/2021

Have you ever looked at one of those perfectly trained dogs and sighed longingly? Wonder how they got there? Lots and lots of tiny steps.

Are you and your dog struggling to understand one another? Does it feel like your dog is intentionally defying you? Let me help!

05/23/2021

Does your dog bark and lunge at people or dogs while you are out for walk? Are people afraid to come to your house because of how your dog behaves? I can help!

05/21/2021

So much truth!

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10165360863935578&id=805265577

05/21/2021

So much truth!

10/05/2019

Group class today at 3 p.m. at Bryan Park. See you there!

09/30/2019

Pretend that this has a dog in the picture. We need to look beyond the surface. This is true of working with animals or people. Meet the need and the problem goes away.