ABC Certified Dog Training

ABC Certified Dog Training ABC Certified Dog Training specializes in obedience training, problem solving, and behavior issues.

06/03/2026

🐾 Koda is a strong leash puller and he’s very eager to sniff everything. With this technique, we work both in the Heel position as well as in Loose Leash Walking. Once they start pulling, stop and wait for them to release tension from the leash and continue walking once they are calm and ready. If they are super focused on something, another technique you can try is turning while walking into them to block their attention from what they are focused on.

Both of these techniques require practice and repetition, so make sure you are working with your dog in different pet-friendly areas to give them the experience and exposure to working in different distraction areas.

If you need help with leash training, obedience training or even correcting/redirecting problem behaviors, message us or text us at 402-209-2268. 🐾



Introducing a new flavor to our popular dog treat list! Cranberry and Pumpkin Dog Treats! 🐾Pumpkin is a natural superfoo...
05/29/2026

Introducing a new flavor to our popular dog treat list! Cranberry and Pumpkin Dog Treats! 🐾

Pumpkin is a natural superfood that offers digestive support, hydration and a rich supply of vitamins.

Cranberries deliver natural support for urinary tract health, provide a rich source of antioxidants to reduce inflammation, and help promote oral and digestive wellness.

We are excited to offer these yummy treats for our community dog lovers! We have two sizes for these treats, XL Paw Prints and Mini Paw Prints. Choose between bags of 2 ($2),4 ($3), or 6 ($5) pieces of the XL treats. Each bag of Mini Paw Prints contain 65 pieces for only $4.

If you are interested in order your pup some yummy treats, message us or text us at 402-209-2268. 🐾

🐾 Yuki has been learning how to walk on a treadmill and she has been doing amazing! We started training her to walk on t...
05/28/2026

🐾 Yuki has been learning how to walk on a treadmill and she has been doing amazing! We started training her to walk on the treadmill a few weeks ago and it has helped her get plenty of exercise as well as curb any destructive behavior.

Many dog breeds require extensive amounts of exercise to keep them at a healthy weight and to keep them happy. Training them to walk on a treadmill is a great way to exercise them during the hot summer months. While it is great for exercise, it does not replace mental stimulation.

**Supervision is a must for this type of exercise. It’s important to always pay attention to your dog’s body language to avoid any overwhelming or anxious behaviors.**

If you are interested in teaching your dog to walk on a treadmill, message us or text us at 402-209-2268! 🐾

05/22/2026

🐾 Yuki is a 10 month old chocolate Labrador with a lot of energy. Her owner tries to take her for walks twice a day, and with our Arizona summer heat creeping up on us, we wanted to introduce her to dog booties.

During the summer it’s important to remember to protect your dog’s feet from the hot ground. Introducing them to dog boots can help prevent injuries from sharp objects and prevent burns. Dogs are not able to cool themselves down like us humans can, so it’s very important to watch out for signs of heat stroke. Check out some signs to watch for:

Early Signs:
• Excessive, relentless panting
• Thick, sticky, or excessive drooling
• Bright red, blue, or purple gums and tongue
• Restlessness, pacing, or searching for shade

Moderate Signs:
• Weakness, reluctance to move, or sudden lethargy
• Unsteady gait, staggering, or dizziness
• Vomiting or diarrhea (sometimes bloody)
• Rapid heart rate

Severe Signs:
• Collapse or unresponsiveness
• Muscle tremors or uncontrollable shaking
• Seizures or falling into a comatose state
• Uncontrolled urination or defecation

What to Do Immediately:
•Move to safety: Get your dog out of the sun and into an air-conditioned area immediately.
• Begin cooling: Use cool, wet towels on their neck, head, feet, and abdomen. You can also spray them with tepid (not freezing/ice-cold) water.
• Seek emergency care: Heatstroke causes internal damage that you cannot see. Call your nearest 24/7 emergency veterinarian while cooling your dog so they are ready for your arrival.

While some dogs can easily learn how to walk in dog booties, for some dogs it is not an option. There are many ways to safely exercise your dog physically and mentally during the summer heat. For more information on how to exercise your dog during the summer or if you’re interested in private training sessions, message us or text us at 402-209-2268.

🐾 At ABC Certified Dog Training, we thrive on providing our community with the best care for their pets. Whether it’s pe...
05/21/2026

🐾 At ABC Certified Dog Training, we thrive on providing our community with the best care for their pets. Whether it’s pet sitting, dog training, or dog walking, we have been serving our community for over 10 years. To further support our community animals, we have recently become certified in Pet Massage Therapy!

For those of you who don’t know, Pet Massage can be extremely helpful for many pets. It can offer anxiety relief, reduce muscle/joint pain or stiffness, improve blood circulation, and more! Pets can benefit greatly from massage therapy just like us humans can.

While we are new to this practice, to gain more experience we are offering discounted rates for our Pet Massage Therapy service. If you are interested in signing up, please message us or text us at 402-209-2268! 🐾

🐾 We are seeing temperatures in the high 90s and low 100s, and we still see many owners walking their dogs around town. ...
05/12/2026

🐾 We are seeing temperatures in the high 90s and low 100s, and we still see many owners walking their dogs around town. Dogs are more susceptible to overheating and heatstroke than us humans, and they don’t have the same ability to control their temperature like we do.

Preventing heatstroke and heat related injuries is an important part of pet safety. To help protect your dogs during the summer, check out some helpful tips below:

• Always make sure the ground is not too hot for them- check the ground with the back of your hand and hold it there for 7 minutes. If it’s too hot for you, it’s too hot for them.

• Train your dog to wear dog boots- boots can help protect your dog’s paws from extreme heat, sharp objects on the ground, or ice/snow.

• Limit your dog’s activity level while outside- keep walks short and walk them early in the morning around sunrise or after sunset.

*Dogs can’t always tell us when something is wrong, so they rely on us to keep them safe and healthy. If you suspect your dog has any heat related injuries or illnesses, reach out to your vet immediately.*

For advice on indoor activities to try during the summertime, or if you’re interested in our popular Nose and Paw Balm that helps heal cracked or dry noses/paws, message us or text us at 402-209-2268!

🐾 We have seen a lot of debate over whether pets are allowed in Walmart, and other grocery stores. As a Service Dog Trai...
05/08/2026

🐾 We have seen a lot of debate over whether pets are allowed in Walmart, and other grocery stores. As a Service Dog Trainer, I believe it’s important to educate others on what service dogs can do that pet dogs can not do. Let’s get into it.

First let’s talk about the difference between a service dog, and an emotional support animal. Service dogs are protected by the ADA and are allowed access to public places such as grocery stores, government buildings, and other non-pet friendly places. Emotional support animals do not have the same rights and they are not protected by the ADA. Instead of having public access rights, ESAs are only permitted in “no pet” housing under the Fair Housing Act.

Now let’s talk about pet dogs and where they can and can’t go. Pets (non- service dogs) are not allowed in grocery stores, restaurants and other business that sell food due to health regulations such as the FDA Food Code. Pets are generally allowed in other business such as Home Depot, Lowe’s, and other businesses that don’t handle food. Store policies vary in each city, and these stores are allowed to refuse service to any animal even if they generally allow them. Stores may refuse service if the dog is causing a disturbance, not housebroken, or if they cause a safety concern.

** Businesses are often afraid to question whether the dog is a real service dog as some people tend to cause a disturbance when questioned, or because businesses are afraid of a lawsuit. More businesses need to be aware of THEIR rights involving service animals.

Businesses are allowed to ask two questions to determine in the dog is a real service dog:
1. Is the dog a service animal required because of a disability?
2. What work or task has the dog been trained to perform?

Real service dogs are often refused entry due to businesses being misinformed about ADA policies, or because pet owners may falsely claim their dog is a service dog just to gain entry to non-pet friendly places. Falsely claiming your dog is a service animal is a crime and can lead to hefty fines, and possibly jail time.

If you want more information about service dogs and their rights, or if you are interested in signing up for Service Dog Training, messages us or text us at 402-209-2268! 🐾

05/06/2026

🐾 Sky, an 11 week old Labradoodle, has been working on her basic obedience skills. Today we worked on her “recall” which is slowly improving.

When working on the recall, it’s best to have two people; one to act as the distraction and one to recall them back. Use a long leash and pull them back to you while giving the verbal recall command. Reel in the leash until them come to your side or to the front of you. Give them lots of love when they come to you and practice as much as you can.

This technique, as well as many other training exercises, takes time and patience in order for the puppy/dog to succeed. If you need help with obedience training, problem behavior training or even Service Dog Training, message us or text us at 402-209-2268! 🐾

05/06/2026

🐾 Here’s another look at our Service Dog Prospect Bo. We are currently working on public access training, socialization, as well as obedience training.

We like to take him out to different pet-friendly places to get exposure to the different sounds, smells, objects, people and other dogs. Service Dogs need to remain calm in any situation and they must remain under control by their handler.

The first stage of Service Dog training requires the dog to learn all basic obedience skills, leash training, crate/potty training any other pet-level training skills. During this stage, they are referred to as a Service Dog Prospect. Once the Prospect has learned each of those training skills, they would be evaluated on their temperament health and structure.

The next stage of training focuses more on the Task training as well as perfecting their public access skills. During this stage, the dog is referred to as a Service Dog in Training. They will practice their advanced obedience skills as well as necessary tasks needed to help their handler’s disabilities.

Service Dog Prospects are not all guaranteed to pass the required skills. While any breed, size, or age is accepted by the ADA, there will be certain breeds or sizes more suitable for different tasks needed.

If you are interested in Service Dog training, or interested in normal pet-level obedience, socialization or problem behavior training, message us or text us at 402-209-2268! 🐾

04/24/2026

🐾 In this video, we were working with Benny, a Husky/Pyrenees mix who is definitely a strong leash puller. We always like to try different techniques and tools to see what works best for the dogs and owners. At first we tried a technique that involved turning the opposite direction of the way they pull towards as well as stopping and waiting for them to stop pulling. This technique however, did not work with Benny.

We introduced a new type of collar called a Starmark Training collar. This type of collar is designed similar to the prong collar, but it provides a more gentle correction. (Keep in mind, this type of collar is not intended for all dogs and must be used properly for training purposes.)

We also used our 2 ft leash to help work on leash corrections. These short leashes are great for practicing the “heel” position, walking in high traffic areas, and other training exercises. When giving leash corrections, it’s important to remember not to continuously pull on the leash but instead give a quick “pop” of the leash and immediately release pressure. The goal of leash corrections is communication, not pain. When done correctly, a leash correction should only be strong enough to get their attention.

While many people are against certain types of collars or techniques, we make sure to try more positive techniques before using certain tools. Not all dogs learn the same way so it’s important to try different techniques in order to see what works best for each dog individually.

If you need help with leash training or any other type of training, whether it’s basic obedience, public behavior training, problem behaviors, or even if you want to go through Service Dog Training, message us or text us at 402-209-2268. 🐾

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