Webster County Animal Protection & Lucky Dog Training

06/05/2025

A couple weeks ago, we were notified by neighbors that they thought this boy had been outside too long and that was abnormal. We spent the afternoon trying to get ahold of the owners, but we didn’t have any luck until after we seized him (it was a hot day).

Turns out, this boy was supposed to be rehomed and someone was supposed to come pick him up and never did.

I reached out to Mid Iowa Boxer rescue and within a couple of days, he moved in with his foster family…..

That ended up being his forever family!!!

Thank you to Mid-Iowa Boxer Rescue for being absolutely amazing and finding this boy a soft (forever) place to land. 💙

06/05/2025

We are so excited to tell you guys that for every test drive of a new Chevy, Kemna is donating $10 to “together we save more” - which benefits WCAP, Moffitt Animal Shelter, Pups & Paws Pound, Peace Creek Animal Sanctuary & Rescue, and Lending A Paw In Need! It’ll go towards our vet bills so we can continue caring for animals that need a little help!

Get behind the wheel and help us raise money at the same time!!

06/05/2025

Hey everyone! Renee with Webster County animal protection here.
What a lot of you may not know is that I also am a certified trainer.
Kaila and I dont compete. We use the same positive reinforcement techniques and have the same pricing.
What sets me apart is that I prefer to do one on one behavior problem solving. This can be done in your home or at the Lucky Dog training house.
Im amping up my availability and have many times open.
Classes are with you and your dog (I teach YOU. You then continue the process for ultimate success.) They are 30 minutes long and a 5 session minimum is required.
We talk about dog psychology, body language, and the barriers that have kept your dog from doing as you'd like.
Message me if interested! References available. I've been doing this on the side for about 4 years without much advertising. Its time to do more of what I love!

Testimonial- Renee is an excellent training option for your furry friend! I chose to take my dog Nestlé to Lucky Dog a few months ago. She was an extremely hyper pup that we had just adopted from the shelter. Renee was very patient, understanding, and kind with her. Even when Nestle had a low attention span. Renee was also very easy to communicate with. If I had to reschedule, she was more than helpful and accommodating with that. Overall, my pup not only learned a lot from Renee, but also enjoyed her time there each week!
-Jeri E. Fort Dodge

06/05/2025

Meet Sam and Snow!

Sam is still a puppy, Snow is an older gal, and we’ve been working on teaching Sam polite social skills.

We started by working engagement Sam just with Snow around. After Sam was well practiced at that, we had Sam practice walking next to her politely. Then we moved on to Sam being calm while sniffing, and finally, we put them together!

Not every business enjoys working themselves out of a job, but this was a big win to celebrate with everyone!

Danae has put so much work into Sam! We’re not done yet but this was a fun victory!

06/04/2025

Do you have a naughty adult dog that needs a job? Or, maybe your new puppy would benefit from some new skills. A perfect summer training opportunity awaits you! Due to a tech glitch (old trainer learning new computer skills), the start of the next set of basic obedience/CGC and AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy classes has been moved to June 10th. Just four spots left in the adult class and 5 spots open in the puppy class. Sign up before the classes fill up or message us with questions. For more information, visit www.trainrover.com or sign up now at: https://forms.gle/QPzs15Yef1QGK4236

06/01/2025

Look at this two!!!!

06/01/2025

Just a few days left to register for the next Basic Obedience/CGC and AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy classes. These 6-week classes start Tuesday, June 3 and are packed with training tips for your pup! sign up today at www.trainrover.com and click on the Group Classes link to select the class of your choice.

05/31/2025

If any of you want an interesting read about dogs - check out the book “culture clash”. It explains how we’ve taken a completely different species, brought them into our homes, and expect them to act and communicate like us.

Dogs communicate with about 90% body language. Ever thought about how a kid running at a dog with a big smile (barred teeth), arms out wide (puffed out body), and running fast at them could be easily mistaken? If you’re educated on dogs - that makes perfect sense.

Dogs react like we do - fight, flight, or freeze - that can depend on the different confidence levels of each dog and how they genetically/have been taught to respond to things that scare them.

Here is an excellent example of the “ladder” that’s used with dog communication. There is *almost* always a precursor and indication that a bite is coming. It’s our job to be aware and understand what could set our dogs off.

05/31/2025

Guys. Don't do this. Don't adopt or buy a high maintenance breed if you can't keep up on the grooming expenses. This guy was dumped. I believe that because he has a healthy body condition under all those mats.
We are putting him (now named Marley... for his Bob Marley dreadlocks) directly into rescue. There's no feasible reason an owner could excuse this to get him back.

Please feel free to donate to Moffitt Animal Shelter for his grooming and vet care.

05/29/2025

Reminder to pre-register for the upcoming health clinics at our show! Eye exams are being done on Saturday, June 14th (contact Justus Reichert at [email protected]). Dr. Sinn will be doing unsedated radiograph exams and other testing on Sunday, June 15th (contact Beth Collins at [email protected]). Look for more information in previous FB posts or contact us!

05/29/2025

05/28/2025

Summer Dog Training 6-week classes have arrived! Sign up today, before classes fill up at: https://forms.gle/aWAk3eJxaVUSu5dP9