Eastern Shore Dog

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day from all of us at Eastern Shore Dog!
Whether you are a mom to a furry child, a human child, or both, we hope your day is filled with love, wagging tails, and plenty of appreciation. You do so much for those in your care, and today is all about celebrating you.

Wishing you a relaxing and special day!

We wanted to share a few highlights of the wonderful dog moms from our previous classes. While we wish we could feature every single photo, we simply don't have enough space to show them all!
Every one of you brings so much dedication and heart to your training, and it’s a joy to see the bond you share with your pups.

05/09/2026

Thank you, Eastern Shore Animal Hospital, very helpful!

Got a social canine butterfly at home? 🦋
Avoid turning playtime into sick time by keeping them up-to-date with these vaccines that protect them from serious infections and diseases.

Talk to us about your dog’s vaccine history and how these vaccines can help them enjoy meet-ups and adventures without worry.
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05/04/2026

Mission Accomplished: Canine Good Citizen Prep!
Huge congratulations to our recent CGC Prep graduates! Over the last six weeks, these teams have put in the hard work—perfecting Sits, Downs, Stays, and Loose Leash Walking—and it absolutely paid off

We are thrilled to announce that several dogs officially earned their titles today and went home as New Canine Good Citizens
We also had some dedicated teams join us just for the practice and the bond-building. They are looking fantastic, and we can't wait to see them back to ace the test during the next round.
What Makes a Team?
The Canine Good Citizen program is all about the relationship between dog and handler. Whether you took home a ribbon today or are coming back for more, every single one of you showed incredible dedication. Seeing the communication and trust develop between you and your dogs is why we love what we do.
You are all such wonderful teams!

05/04/2026

🐾 Puppy Paws and Big Applause!🐾
We had such a blast at our Puppy Field Day today, and we couldn't be prouder of this group! Whether they were there to conquer the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy test or just there to practice the skills they learned and enjoy the sunshine, every single one of these pups is officially on the right path.
The Road to Success
Training isn't just about "sit" and "stay"—it’s about building a common language. These little ones are already building a serious arsenal of skills to help them navigate the world (and deal with us humans! 😂).

Why S.T.A.R. matters:
Socialization
Training
Activity
Responsibility
Seeing these bonds grow between owners and puppies is the best part of what we do. Check out some of the highlights from our day below!

04/24/2026

You've probably used our Klimb boards and Cato boards in class - Blue-9 is having a sale on Klimb bundles, if you want one of your own. Or just keep joining us in class, we love to share!

Complete dog fitness bundle: KLIMB platform + 2 PROPEL balance platforms + training videos. Build strength, balance & coordination. Save $125.

04/20/2026

Finn is a STAR Puppy grad and practices his Silly Sits on box jumps!

04/15/2026

Are Our Dogs Actually "Guilty"... or Just Really Good at Reading Us?

We spent some time this past Sunday diving into the fascinating world of canine behavior, I have added a great Ted Talk by Alexandra Horowitz’s insights on why "all dogs are Good Dogs." It turns out, we might be giving our pups a little too much credit for "understanding" our human moral codes!

The "Guilty Look" isn't guilt: When you come home to a chewed shoe, that cowering look isn't a confession. It’s actually a highly developed fear response to our own body language and tone of voice. They don't know they did "bad"—they just know we’re upset.
Simplistic but Smart: Dogs live in a world of immediate cause and effect. Their behaviors are often much more straightforward than the complex human emotions we project onto them.
The Power of the Nose: While we see the world, they *smell* it. Most of what we perceive as "disobedience" is actually just a dog being a dog in a scent-driven world.
At the end of the day, they don't need to understand our complex human ethics to be the best companions we've ever had. They are simply living in the moment, reacting to us, and doing their best to be part of our world.
What’s one "human" emotion you’re guilty of projecting onto your pup? Let’s talk about it in the comment

Canine cognition expert Alexandra Horowitz offers a peek inside the mind of your dog, sharing solutions to common "misbehaviors" that are often simply the re...

04/12/2026

Big Thanks to Tractor Supply Co. in Onley! for hosting our two Canine Good Citizen (CGC) classes today! We are so grateful to have such a wonderful, dog-friendly space in our community to help these pups work on their real-world skills.
The dogs did an incredible job today! We were so focused on watching them work and celebrating their progress that we completely forgot to snap any photos during the action.
Luckily, we managed to grab one quick shot right at the end of the second class!
Thank you again to the team at Tractor Supply for supporting local dogs and their handlers!
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04/11/2026

Way to go, everyone
Here are the photo submissions for Round Two of our training challenges!

Silly Sits(Puppy Class)
Daffy Downs(Canine Good Citizen)

We have absolutely loved seeing all your photos so far. It’s clear that these students have been working hard and getting out into the community with their dogs.
While the names are fun, everyone is doing a fantastic job of understanding the true "why" behind these exercises. The goal isn't just about being silly or daffy—it’s about generalization. By practicing in different environments, you are helping your pets take the skills they learned in the classroom and apply them reliably to the real world.
Keep up the incredible work, teams! Show us what you've got in the comments!

03/31/2026

Meet My Boy Blue: The Master of the "Silly Sit" and "Daffy Down".
Check out this handsome fella! My Boy Blue, our friend Maryanne Kiley's current foster pup from Animal Control.
Not even the "Cone of Shame" can stop this smart guy—he’s already mastered Down, sit and stay like a total pro, even with his new accessory (he’s recovering well from his recent neuter!).
Blue is the perfect mix of handsome, smart, and a little bit goofy. He’s looking for his forever home and is ready to impress you with all the things he is learning in puppy class.
Interested in making Blue a part of your family?
Contact Animal Control today to meet this amazing boy!