ACT American Canine Training Blue Springs Missouri

04/11/2025

04/04/2025

Kam Boyd is American Canine Training’s Customer of the Month. Kam has been really working hard with Silas - a 2 year old Chocolate Lab, who soon will become Kam’s Stability/Mobility Service Dog.
Kam, Silas we are very proud of you both…keep up all the great work!

02/27/2025

Here's a fun little fact about our furry pals: while dogs can devour just about anything, there are certain foods that can turn them from happy pups into not-so-happy campers!

Take grapes, for instance. You might think they're a healthy snack, but they're actually a big no-no for dogs. Just a handful can lead to kidney failure! 😱 And don’t get me started on chocolate—because, let’s be real, if dogs could have a sweet tooth, chocolate would be their first choice! 🍫 But it’s a serious danger.

Xylitol, often found in sugar-free gum and some peanut butter, is another sneaky ingredient that can wreak havoc on a dog’s health. It drops their blood sugar and can lead to liver failure! Yikes!

So, next time you're enjoying a snack, remember to keep those toxic foods away from your pup. They may give you those puppy-dog eyes, but trust me, it’s better to stick to doggie treats.

Let’s keep our furry friends safe and sound!

02/17/2025

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“What’s the hardest part about having a dog?” they asked, their tone casual, like it was just another question.

I glanced at the worn leash hanging by the door, my chest tightening. “Letting them go,” I said quietly.

They frowned a little, waiting for me to explain. “They come into your life like they were always meant to be there,” I said, trying to find the words. “They make everything better—simpler, brighter. And you think it’s always going to be that way. But it’s not. One day, they’re gone, and you’re left with all the space they used to fill.”

They nodded, but I wasn’t sure they understood. “It’s not the messes they made or the routines you have to let go of,” I continued. “It’s the absence. You walk into the house, and it feels... wrong. The quiet is heavier. The mornings don’t feel the same without them nudging you awake.”

“So why do it?” they asked, their voice softer this time.

I sighed, glancing down at my hands. “Because the love they give you is worth every bit of the heartache. They teach you how to love without holding back, even when you know it’s going to hurt in the end. And you keep choosing that love because you know it’s one of the best things you’ll ever feel.”
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R.M. Drake 🐶 from the book ' Dog People'

Artist Credit : Iain Welch

02/09/2025

Max and Slugger are ready for the Chiefs to make History!
GO CHEIFS!

02/06/2025

There’s always room
for a new puppy!
But remember to call American Canine Training to start raising your pup to be a great Dog!
We start puppies as early as 8 weeks! Call for more information on all your training needs!

ACT NOW, FOR A HAPPY OBEDIENT DOG!

**870-688-8118**

01/20/2025

If you think a plastic dog house is enough for your dog in this cold... Take a look.
This dog is dead, as are the pups she was carrying....she froze to death while inside her doghouse. This happened in NC. If your dog is kept outside, take a long hard look. Can you imagine the suffering this innocent creature endured? My heart aches and yours should too.
Get your dogs enough insulation and warmth or take them inside. No dog deserves this!!

If you’re cold…they’re cold. Please bring them inside!

01/13/2025

TIP: The next 4-6 weeks is mating season for coyotes. Please do not let your dogs out alone. The coyote gets your dog to chase him and then somewhere in the distance the pack waits for your dog. Then the outcome is tragic as they can & will attack/kill your pets (they will easily kill your cats also). Just be aware it can happen to your beloved pet. {Coyote breeding typically peaks in late February and early March, the gestation period averages 58 to 63 days. Male coyotes can become more aggressive during this time of year, the long and short of it all is that coyotes always pose a risk to your dog (and other small pets). That risk increases during mating season.}

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas from all of us to all of you!

12/24/2024

If you have a naughty dog, we can help connect any behavior problem you have! Give us a call at 870-688-8118

12/22/2024

Aurora is all ready for Christmas. She can’t wait to catch Santa climbing down her chimney! She even has cookies waiting!
Share your doggy Christmas photos!

12/09/2024

Max is telling Santa what he wants for Christmas because he’s been a really good boy!