Alexandria Hawk Dog Training

🐾 Leash Manners Class is Open for Registration!✨📅 Dates: Aug 20th - Sept 17th (Tuesdays)🕕 Time: 6:30 - 7:30 PM📍 Location: AH Dog Training School for Dogs🐶 Age: 6 months or older💲 Cost: $120Improve your pup’s leash-walking skills with this practical learning course!🐕‍🦺Topics include:🐾 Heel vs. loose leash walking🐾 Mastering leash cues🐾 Settling in new environments🐾 Defensive walking🐾 When I move, you move🐾 Polite manners around other dogs. Held at the AH Dog Training School for Dogs in Portsmouth, RIComment “LEASH” for a direct link or visit the group classes page at www.ahdogtrainingri.com to secure your spot!🐕✨🔗 Link in bio...#leashmanners #leashtraining #looseleash #heel #dogtraining #dogclass #dogclasses #leashealking #dogwalking #dogtrainingvideo #dogtrainingtips #fearfree #fearfreetraining #rplus #newportri #portsmouthri #middletownri #bristolri

🐾 Help sweet senior Bosco find his forever home! 🐾This cuddly boy lived with the same family for ten years until financial hardships forced them into a living situation that was not conducive to his sensitive nature.He is great with kids but was attacked by a dog when he was younger so he needs to be the only animal in the house. Because of this, we haven’t been able to find a foster or permanent home for him. He has been in the system for over a month, being moved from foster homes that were not always sufficient for his senior needs. 😔🚨 We have two days to find him a new foster or home before he is homeless! 🚨‼️ Please share and spread the word to find sweet Bosco a home.💌 Applications can be found at www.affrescue.com or inquiries can be made via text or call to 401-226-7983 or email at [email protected]...#rescuedog #rescuedogs #urgent #fosterneeded #insearchofgoodhome #adoptabledogs #rhodeisland #lilrhody #pitbull #americanstaffordshireterrier #amstaff #pittie #dontbullymybreed #bully #bullydog #pitbulldog #newportri #middletownri #portsmouthri #bristolri #northkingstownri #narragansettri #providenceri

✨Check out our STAR Puppies practicing sitting around each other!✨Looking to get your puppy training started? Join our AKC STAR Puppy Class at Rumford Pet Express in Middletown!Set your puppy up for success with this six-week course and properly socialize your puppy with ✨twenty✨ socialization skills!During the six weeks we will work on your puppy being able to:🌟Hold a sit and down🌟Recall🌟Leash Manners🌟Leave ItAll around other puppies and distractions.Among the discussion topics are decompression & relaxation, crate training, house training, body handling, and more!🐶Ages 8 weeks - 11 monthsFirst set of shots are requiredCost $165 +taxupcoming dates can be found under the group classes page at www.ahdogtrainingri.com🔗Comment “Puppy” below for a direct link or sign up at www.ahdogtrainingri.com (link in bio)!...#dogtrainingclasses #starpuppy #puppytrainingclass #dogtraining #puppylove #puppytraining #puppyplay #puppysocialization #southkingstownri #portsmouthri #newportri #bristolri #northkingstownri #rhodeisland #warrenri #littlerhody #middletownri

Have you heard of a consent test for petting and handling your pup?It’s a beautiful way to build trust and perfect communication with your pup.✨It’s very simple - when petting or interacting with your dog, stop after a bit and see what they do! If they initiate more interaction, then they want it. If they don’t move in for more interaction, they want to be left alone for a bit.By doing this, your dog will enjoy interactions with you more, knowing you listen to what they want.🫶🏼Check out while I do a consent test with Pants. He’s great at showing very clear signs he’s enjoying the petting!✔️...#dogtrainingtips #dogcommunication #dogconsent #consenttest #dogtrainingadvice #dogvideo #supermutt #rescuedog #bigfeelingsclub

Watch Dash work hard and problem-solve to settle before coming out of the crate.🤩By encouraging your dog to be calm when coming out of their crate or greeting you, you’re improving their impulse control - which can transfer to other aspects of life.When first working with Dash on this, I had to cue him into a down, and he would pop up as soon as I even thought about moving towards the crate door. Now, I can let him work it out himself and let him problem-solve what to do to come out. He offers a beautiful, relaxed down for me every time, holding it until the door opens, and I give him the okay to come out.Best boy, Dash, putting that smart brain to good work.🧠Are you ready to help your pup problem-solve, improve impulse control, and gain invaluable life skills? Contact [email protected] or message to start your training journey today!.....#impulsecontrol #selfsoothe #problemsolving #smartdog #dogtraining #dogtrainer #pitmix #rescuedog #middletownri #newportri #portsmouthri

Door control for dogs is crucial for dogs’ safety and the well-being of everyone.🚗🐾 By teaching your furry friend to wait✋ until you give the signal before exiting the car, you prevent impulsive dashes that could lead to accidents. This practice not only protects your dog from potential hazards like moving traffic but also ensures they remain securely leashed until you’re ready for a controlled exit.Door control also helps improve impulse control, which is also crucial to keep your pet safe and in a healthy mental state. When your pup can control their impulses, they can think clearly and calmly, staying at threshold. Dogs who have impulse control issues typically form behavioral issues such as reactivity and anxiety.Looking to improve your pup’s impulses and door control? Contact [email protected] to set up your first training session!#dogtraining #doorcontrol #impulsecontrol #calmdog #reactivedog #positivereinforcement #dogreactivity #doglover #dogparent

Pants has a great automatic “leave it,” but no dog is perfect and all behaviors are situational! Of course having his favorite treat open and ready to grab while mom is gone is an open invitation💌Next time I’ll remember to zip up the treat pouch when there’s high value treats in there. Or maybe not and he’ll get a bit of enrichment and distraction while I’m gone.🤷🏻‍♀️Don’t forget, if it’s not a safety concern, it’s not a big deal.#dogtraining #leaveit #impulsecontrol #patienceisavirtue #positivereinforcement #rplus #rplusdogs

New and Improved Pack Walks✨🧩Puzzle Parties✋🏼Door Control🦮Leash Manners🪄Tricks🌿Foraging♟️Pattern Games💪🏼Agility & Fitness📣Recall🐾And Play Time!Contact [email protected] to set up your pup’s evaluation!#packwalks #dogsocialization #dogpack #dogplay #dogtraining #canineenrichment #newportri #middletownri #portsmouthri

Watch as I work on walking Henry calmly to my vehicle.🐾🚗With a small, energetic boy like Henry, it’s more effective to keep him moving rather than the “stop-and-go” method.✋🏼 You’ll see that I use leash cues to get Henry to circle back to me to get a reward.By dropping the treat on the ground, it makes him take a second to sniff and decompress.🐽 As he learns, he controls himself and brings himself down to circle back and get a treat.🥓Not only does this teach Henry to calm and control his emotions himself, but it helps him release his energy versus holding it in.😮‍💨 Not to mention it keeps him in a healthy mental state.🧠 It also makes for an easier walk for the human!The next time you’re approaching an exciting person, dog, or thing try it out with your pup!Need help with an excitable pup? Contact [email protected] to get started on training today!🐾✨#dogtraining #excitedpup #calmdog #calmgreetings #dogtrainingtips #dogtrainingadvice #leashtraining

Barkour Fetch! 🎾🐾Make your dog's game of fetch more interesting by adding obstacles that can offer both physical and mental stimulation. This will challenge your pup in a fun and engaging way. 🐶🌳You can set up a course of obstacles in your backyard, which your dog will have to navigate through to get the ball. This can include outdoor furniture, sticks, large toys, boxes, and other objects. ✨By adding this twist to the game, your dog will gain confidence, use different muscles, and enhance their sense of smell. It's a fun way to make the game of fetch more exciting. 🌟Share your barkour fetch experiences below! ⬇️#barkour #dogagility #dogtrainingtips #dogfitnesstraining #dogplay #fetchrewards

🌟Just a few of our past S.T.A.R. puppies showcasing our AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Class!🌟Where we go over setting your pups up for success while they’re at their critical socialization period.Transform your adorable pup into a well-mannered AKC S.T.A.R.✨ Join our class for predictive training and joyful bonding. Unleash the potential in your puppy today!🐾✨Register under the Group Classes tab at www.ahdogtrainingri.com!Link is in my bio🔗#puppytraining101 #dogtrainingtips #puppyobedience #dogtraining #puppyclass #middletownri #newportri #portsmouthri

🐾Have you ever gone to pet your dog just for them to dodge your hand? Most dogs aren’t thrilled about getting pet, especially when they’re busy or stimulated.🌟 Dogs, much like us, have preferences. Some pups prefer treats or play over petting, especially during exciting moments.🤚 Watch as Pants runs up to me during one of our morning adventures. Despite the urge I had to reach out and pet him, I took his preference into consideration and opted for a treat instead. Why? Because sometimes, it’s all about respecting their individual needs and desires.If I had chosen to pet Pants instead of giving a treat, he would stop choosing to come check-in with me during our hikes. By giving him what he sees as a reward, I’m reinforcing the behavior in the best way possible.Remember, every dog is unique, so let’s tune in to their cues and make interactions enjoyable for all! 🐕💙 #dogtraining #fearfreepets #respect #dogbehavior #dogtrainingtips #rescuedogs #supermutt

🌟Harvey’s soaring to new heights with his training!🛩️🐾Our Day Camp sessions have been a major success!✨We kick things off with the engaging 1-2-3 Treat pattern game, followed by the trick “Center,” and wrap it up with the Relaxation Protocol.We then put these skills to test in public.🛒 Harvey aced staying in a “Heel” with this newly learned pattern game, stayed still and focused in “Center”, and settled through the hustle and bustle with the help of the Relaxation Protocol. He even practiced sitting at my feet in a small space!👏🏽Harvey, you’re a star!🌟 Our airport journey is going to be a breeze with your pawsome skills.🐾✈️🙌🏽#settleworksaveslives #servicedogintraining #dogtraining #goldendoodle #newportri #puertorico

For dogs, sniffing isn't just a pastime - it’s a natural decompression technique.🧘🏻🐶 Allowing dogs to engage in sniffing activities not only offers mental stimulation but also prompts their intricate olfactory senses. Their moist noses, equipped with over 300 scent receptors, unlock a world of scents that guide, inform, and soothe them. Through sniffing, dogs know details about the past, present and future.🌟🐽 Jasper, an adept forager, showcases how this skill helps him maintain peace while watching dogs at the dog park.🌳 Remember, that allowing our pups ample time to decompress through calming activities can greatly enhance their overall well-being.🐾 #decompression #decompressionsession #caninehealth #canineenrichment #canineenrichmentjoy #dogenrichment #dogenrichmentactivities #dogenrichmenttips #nosework #sniff #letthemsniff #dogtraining #dogtrainingtips #dogtrainingadvice #dogtrainingisfun #dogtrainingvideo #dogtrainingvideos #positivereinforcement #positivereinforcementdogtraining #positivereinforcementworks #doodles #doodlesoftheworld #doodle #rescuedog #rescue #southkingstownri #dogpark #doglover #dog #doglife

Woody giving perfect focus while I approach for our session. Followed by a very tired and happy relax in the grass at the end! You’re a superstar, Woody! 🤩🤩🤩 . . . #dog #dogsofinstagram #dogs #dogtraining #training #impulsecontrol #spaniel #dogtrainingri #reactivedog #reactivedogs #reactivedogsunite

Two Good Boys

Just two good boys practicing leave it☺️ The drool😆 Caitlin Hebert #dogtraining #dogtrainingri #positivereinforcement #dogtricks #dogs #dogsoffacebook #canineenrichment