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Building Better Dogs, Mobile, AL (2025)

12/10/2025

🐾 Building Better Dogs Training Tip: The Power of Luring! 🐾
One of the easiest ways to teach your dog new behaviors—like Sit and Down—is through luring. It’s simple, effective, and keeps the learning experience positive and fun!
👉 What is Luring?
Luring means using a treat in your hand to guide your dog into the position you want. You’re not forcing them—you’re showing them how to succeed.
✨ Why Luring Works So Well:
• Clear Guidance — Your dog naturally follows the food, making it easy to shape perfect positions.
• Builds Understanding — Instead of guessing, your dog learns exactly what earns the reward.
• Boosts Confidence — Success comes quickly, which makes learning enjoyable.
• Strengthens Your Bond — You become the source of fun, clarity, and good things.
🐶 Examples:
• For Sit → Raise the treat up and slightly back over their head. Their rear naturally lowers into position.
• For Down → Bring the treat to their nose, then slowly lower it straight to the floor and out toward them. Their body will follow.
Add your verbal cue after they’re consistently following the hand motion. This builds reliable behavior from the start.
🌟 Positive Reinforcement. Gentle Guidance. Real Results.
If you want clear communication and stress-free learning, luring is one of the best tools you can use!
📲 Message me or call (251)414-6114 today to schedule a meet and greet.

12/09/2025

🎉 Positive Reinforcement = Positive Results! 🐾
If you want a confident, well-mannered, and truly connected dog… start with how you communicate.
At Building Better Dogs, I rely on Positive Reinforcement and Gentle Guidance because it builds your dog up, not breaks them down. ❤️🐶
👉 Why Positive Reinforcement Works:
• Boosts Confidence — Your dog learns through success, not fear.
• Builds Trust — They realize you’re safe, consistent, and worth listening to.
• Strengthens Your Bond — Reward-based training turns learning into a team effort.
• Creates Lasting Behaviors — Dogs repeat what feels good. Reward the right choices, and you’ll see them more often!
• Reduces Anxiety & Fear — No intimidation, no pain… just clear communication and gentle guidance.
💡 Dogs learn best when they enjoy the process.
With the right motivation, clear markers, and patient leadership, your dog can understand exactly what you want—happily and confidently.
🎁 If you’re ready to build a smarter, calmer, more responsive dog… I’d love to help.
In-home, personalized training. Real results.
🐾 Positive Reinforcement. Gentle Guidance. Real Results.
📲 Call or text me today at (251) 414-6114 to get started!

12/06/2025

🎵 Building Better Dogs – Christmas Jingle 🎵

Dashing through the house,
With a pup who just won’t stay,
Training feels so hard,
But help is on the way — hey!

Paws behave!
Tails that wag!
Good dogs all the way!
Oh what fun it is to train,
With kindness every day — hey!

Ron comes to your door,
Right where your dog feels best,
Gentle guidance, positive praise,
Helping you outshine the rest!

Paws behave!
Tails that wag!
Learning while they play!
Building Better Dogs brings joy
To homes this holiday!

Sit and stay, come when called,
No more jumping on the guests,
Loose leash walks, happy hearts,
Home becomes the very best!

12/03/2025

🐾 BUILDING BETTER DOGS — In-Home Training That Truly Makes a Difference
When it comes to training your dog, where you train matters just as much as how you train.
That’s why my program focuses on personalized, in-home training — because dogs learn best where they feel safe, confident, and connected to the people they trust most.
🌟 Why In-Home Training Works Better Than Group Classes:
Group classes drop your dog into a noisy, unfamiliar environment full of distractions. Many dogs feel overwhelmed, anxious, or overstimulated, making it difficult for them to actually learn.
Inside your home, your dog can focus, relax, and understand what’s being asked without stress. Training becomes clearer, calmer, and far more effective.
🌟 Why In-Home Training Outperforms Board & Train Programs:
Sending your dog away to a stranger in a strange place may create quick compliance — but your dog doesn’t learn how to behave for you in your real environment.
And the biggest issue? Your dog isn’t building the bond with you, the person they’re meant to respond to.
With my approach, your dog learns right beside you, using positive reinforcement and gentle guidance in the spaces where behavior actually matters:
your home, your yard, your walk, your daily routine.
🌟 The Building Better Dogs Difference:
• Personalized sessions tailored to your dog’s needs
• Training done where your dog feels safest
• Clear communication using my marker system
• Confidence-building methods — never fear or pain
• Real, lasting results that translate directly to your everyday life
If you want training that strengthens understanding, transforms behavior, and builds an unbreakable bond between you and your dog…
Register📲 today https://www.jotform.com/app/251884126100146 and let’s start Building Better Dogs right at home.

12/03/2025

🐾 BUILDING BETTER DOGS — Training Tip of the Day
Positive Reinforcement Isn’t Just “Being Nice”…
It’s the most effective way to teach your dog—without fear, stress, or pain.
Dogs learn through associations. When training is built on motivation, reward, and gentle guidance, your dog becomes more confident, more willing to learn, and more connected to you. They trust the process, and that trust creates real, lasting behavior change.

But when training methods rely on fear, intimidation, or pain, the dog may stop the behavior out of stress—not understanding.
This creates:
• Anxiety
• Avoidance
• Confusion
• Damaged communication
• Damaged relationship

With positive reinforcement, I focus on:
• Marking and rewarding correct behaviors
• Using gentle guidance when needed
• Building confidence instead of creating fear
• Teaching clarity so your dog truly understands
• Creating a dog who responds because they want to, not because they’re scared

Confidence-driven training produces calmer, happier dogs who learn faster and retain behaviors longer. When your dog feels safe, supported, and motivated, their potential opens up—and communicating with them becomes effortless.
Positive Reinforcement. Gentle Guidance. Real Results.
That’s what Building Better Dogs is all about. 🐶✨

📲Register Online 👉 https://www.jotform.com/app/251884126100146

12/03/2025

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12/02/2025

🐾 BUILDING BETTER DOGS — Training Tip of the Day
Say the command once.
If your dog doesn’t respond, don’t repeat the cue over and over. Repeating a command (what I call “barking the command”) only teaches your dog that the word has no meaning. They start tuning you out, not because they’re stubborn, but because they’re confused.
When a dog doesn’t understand, that’s not disobedience — it’s a communication breakdown.
Instead of repeating the cue, I use gentle guidance to help the dog into the behavior I’m asking for.
• One clear command
• Calm guidance into position
• A marker to communicate success
• Then reward
This approach teaches your dog exactly what the command means with clarity, confidence, and zero frustration. Over time, they respond faster, stay more focused, and understand precisely what’s expected of them.
Clear communication creates real results.
And that’s what Building Better Dogs is all about. 🐶✨

12/02/2025

🐶 Beagle — Breed Profile

Overview
The Beagle is a compact, energetic scent hound known for its friendly personality, incredible nose, and unmistakable howling “bay.” Originally bred for hunting small game—especially rabbits—Beagles remain one of America’s most popular family dogs due to their gentle nature, intelligence, and enthusiasm for adventure.

📏 Size & Appearance
Height: 13–15 inches at the shoulder (two varieties: under 13" and 13–15")
Weight: 20–30 lbs
Build: Sturdy, athletic, solid bone structure
Coat: Short, dense, weather-resistant
Common Colors: Tricolor (black, tan, white), red & white, lemon, blue tick, and more
Distinct Features: Soft, expressive eyes, long floppy ears, and a tail that often carries a white tip

🐕 Temperament
Beagles are known for their:
Friendly and affectionate disposition
High sociability with children, adults, and other dogs
Curiosity and independence, fueled by their strong scent drive
Playful, energetic personality
Vocal tendencies, including barking, baying, and howling when excited or on a scent
They make excellent companion animals but thrive with owners who understand their natural instincts and need for structure.

🧠 Trainability
Beagles are intelligent but can be independent thinkers, especially when their nose takes over. Successful training requires:
Consistency
High-value rewards
Patience
Clear communication
They respond extremely well to positive reinforcement, marker training, motivational methods, and structured routine. They do not respond well to harsh corrections or intimidation.
Beagles love mental challenges, scent games, tracking exercises, and structured obedience that keeps their mind working.

⚡ Energy & Exercise Needs
Beagles have a moderate-to-high energy level and need:
Daily walks
Opportunities to sniff and explore
Playtime
Mental stimulation
Without adequate activity, they may develop undesirable behaviors such as digging, howling, escaping, or following scents out of the yard.

🏡 Ideal Living Situation
Works well in houses or apartments with proper exercise
Perfect for active families
Gets along well with children and other dogs
Not ideal for owners who prefer a low-energy or clingy dog
Requires secure fencing — their nose can lead them astray!

🩺 Health Considerations
Beagles are generally healthy but can be prone to:
Ear infections (due to floppy ears)
Hypothyroidism
Obesity
Intervertebral disc disease
Epilepsy
Allergies
Cherry eye
Regular vet care, weight management, and ear cleaning are essential.

🍽️ Diet & Nutrition
Beagles love food — sometimes a little too much. A balanced diet and portion control are key to preventing obesity. Motivational training works extremely well because of their strong food drive.

🏅 Purpose & Abilities
Beyond being great family dogs, Beagles excel in:
Scent work
Tracking
Detection work
Field trials
Obedience (with consistent training)
Agility
Therapy roles
Companion adventures

❤️ Why People Love Beagles
Warm, loving, and social
Great with kids
Fun, silly, and expressive
Compact and durable
Incredibly loyal
Excellent adventure partners
Amazing noses and natural instincts

12/02/2025

🐾 Building Better Dogs — In-Home Personalized Training🐾
Positive Reinforcement. Gentle Guidance. Real Results.
Clear communication is the foundation of every well-trained dog — and that’s exactly what my marker system is designed to create. When I work with you and your dog, I use specific verbal markers that act like a language both you and your dog can understand. These markers open the communication line with clarity, consistency, and confidence so your dog always knows exactly what you’re asking and what behavior earns reward.
My training focuses on positive reinforcement and gentle guidance, never methods that promote fear, intimidation, or pain. By keeping training motivational and supportive, I help your dog become more confident, calmer, and more willing to participate in the learning process.
With clear markers, fair guidance, and uplifting techniques, your dog builds a solid understanding of what’s expected — and you build a stronger relationship based on trust, not stress.
If you’re ready for a personalized in-home training experience that transforms communication, improves behavior, and strengthens your bond…
📩 Send me a message [email protected] or register online
📲 https://www.jotform.com/app/251884126100146
today and let’s start Building Better Dogs together.

11/30/2025

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎

Annette De Jager, Alexander Alcantara, Sondra Jean Volmert, Jeralee Woychak, Karen Murray, Sharmett Henderson, Chantal Guérin, Karen Blanchfield, Mercedes Jimenez Cerredo, Lilian Vanderveken, 鍾偉明, Kelly Schmitt, Heath Griner, Tin Chan, Lisa Stroop, Missy Gordon, Nicole Matassini Mintz, Sandra Dürig, James Meade

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11/29/2025

🌟 Transform Your Dog’s Behavior — Right at Home! 🌟
At Building Better Dogs, I provide personalized, in-home training designed specifically around your dog’s abilities and your training goals — because every dog learns best in the comfort of their own environment.
Each program I create is custom-tailored to your dog’s unique temperament, challenges, and strengths. Whether you need help with obedience, manners, problem behaviors, or improving communication, I build a plan that sets both you and your dog up for success.
With over 25 years of experience, I combine positive reinforcement and gentle guidance techniques that achieve real results — never methods that create fear or pain. My goal is to help you understand how your dog learns so you can build a clearer, calmer, and more confident partnership.
🐾 What You Can Expect:
✔️ One-on-one coaching in your home
✔️ Training plans tailored to your dog’s needs and your goals
✔️ A marker-based reward system that builds clear communication
✔️ Real-world practice in your dog’s natural environment
✔️ Support, education, and encouragement throughout your journey
When training is personalized, progress becomes predictable — and the bond becomes unbreakable.
📲 Message me or call (251) 414-6114 today to schedule your consultation and start building a better dog!

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