Fala Woods K9

06/02/2026

When you are an old and broken down dog trainer working with service dogs has its perks.

Pumi did very nice . I bet he’s happy knowing his handler is less than half my weight.

06/02/2026

Good morning and welcome back to pro tip Tue.
Yesterday I had a fantastic lesson/ evaluation with this super cool doodle.
Here is some back story. I wish every rescue or shelter did this.
The dog has just been adopted from an amazing local shelter. Paws Fur Recovery Dog Rescue.
The dog was adopted that day. The new owners had specific needs and desires.
They didn’t want to fail. The shelter suggested training and to also do an evaluation to see if a professional opinion would agree that this is indeed a good match.
What a lovely woman. I really enjoyed this evaluation.
End result was she decided to leave the dog for a few more sessions. And pick him up after a week. Basically a mini board and train.
This not only allow her and the dog to continue getting to know each other and allow me to develop some skill sets that will help both of them make this adoption successful.
Fallow along and watch this progress.
Lori and Robbie are amazing people that think outside of this box that most rescues get stuck in.
It’s not about how quickly you get a dog out of this environment it’s about setting them up for success so they won’t ever need to come back.
So here is a video tip on how to stops dogs from rushing through doors.
Don’t forget this is this dogs first day with formal training, it’s a resident at a shelter, ant this was the first day I touched this dog.
Lots of myths were exposed that day.
As always please remember theres always a100 ways to accomplish similar goals. This is my way.
Feel free to ask questions.
And if you enjoyed our pro tip. Please like and share.

05/31/2026

A legend for sure.

05/30/2026

🚨 DMSO FOR DOGS & CATS: HELPFUL… OR DANGEROUS?

If you search online, you’ll find plenty of warnings telling you to never use DMSO on yourself, your dog, or your cat.

But the truth is more interesting than that.

DMSO (dimethyl sulfoxide) has been used for decades in veterinary medicine. It’s not a trendy internet remedy. It has unique properties and when used correctly, it can be very helpful.

Keyword: correctly.

What it is

DMSO is a powerful solvent. It penetrates the skin quickly and can carry other substances with it. That’s why it can help… and also why you must be careful.

Why vets use it

Topically, DMSO may support:
• joint inflammation, arthritis, localized pain
• soft tissue injuries
• scar tissue, fascial adhesions
• tendon and ligament issues

One practical use: apply a small amount of CBD or cannabinoid oil first, then a few drops of DMSO over a sore wrist, shoulder, knee, or hip. DMSO can help carry those anti-inflammatory ingredients deeper into the tissue.

Why people say it’s dangerous:
Because if something toxic is on the skin, DMSO can carry that into the body. So if your pet rolled in chemicals, oil, pesticides, or anything questionable, do not apply DMSO. Clean first.

Use medical grade only:
No hardware-store solvent. No industrial grade. Use only purified, medical-grade DMSO.

Possible side effects (usually mild):
Redness, warmth, tingling, mild irritation, and a garlic-like odor on the breath or skin. Bigger risks come from high doses, oral or IV use, or using it on contaminated skin.

I do not recommend oral or IV use at home. Topical, small amounts is the safer route.

Drug interaction caution:
DMSO can increase absorption of other topicals. That includes medications like lidocaine. Helpful in controlled settings, risky if you overdo it. Be cautious unless your vet is guiding you.

How I’d use it topically:
1. Make sure the skin is clean
2. Apply 1–3 drops over the sore area
3. Rub in gently
4. Wash your hands after
Use once or twice daily as needed. Start low. More is not better.

When not to use it:
Dirty/contaminated skin, chemical exposure, open infected wounds without vet guidance, pregnancy, or serious kidney/liver/heart disease without guidance.

So tell me, would you try a small, topical DMSO test for a sore joint, or does the “solvent” reputation still make you nervous?

05/29/2026

This will never change.

05/29/2026

What do you all about this?
We have pro tip Tuesday.
That’s when we offer training advice based on our experience and success with whatever topic we post that day.

I’m thinking of adding fun facts Friday .
This is when we poke fun at everything dog related. From pet people saying dumb things to dog trainers doing dumb things.

Any thoughts?

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

My god this guy is super funny.