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04/15/2025

Regal Rollo, CGC and Darci completed their achievements for Good Canine Citizenship today! As certified AKC Evaluators this is an awesome day! Need a title? Let us know
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04/03/2025

Whiskey, Monte, Vivi, Poppy

03/31/2025

03/31/2025

Okay, now before freaking out, breathe…

I know many will be scrambling for their phones to panic dial 911 for their sudden coronary issues, but if you can get through the text, I promise you’ll be okay. 🙂

State of Mind training isn’t about snappy or flashy obedience. It’s not about speed of reaction or how many commands your dog knows — it’s simply about helping dogs who seriously struggle with relaxation, calmness, and having an off-switch, and who default to chaos, anxiety, and uncomfortable brains and bodies. These are dogs with deregulated nervous systems — which are the kind of dogs we see suffering (along with their owners) on the daily.

If the above doesn’t apply to you or your dog or your clients, please skip this post. It’s not for you. But, if this does ring some all too familiar bells, I encourage you to at least try what I have listed here before making any judgements. This list (which is only a partial list) is the byproduct of many, many years of looking to find ways to help dogs who are struggling living chaotic, anxious, stressed out lives.

1/ Creates the “Off-Switch”.
2/ Trains a calm mindset in challenging, arousal-inducing environments (90/10 is a rough outline of 90% structured walk and 10% sniff/potty time on your release. Bonus points/benefits for walking slow!)
3/ So many miss this. It’s crucial, complete turn-off time and helps your dog’s mind and body detox and heal. Trust me!
4/ This ensures both spots create maximum relaxation and peace.
5/ So many allow unhealthy behaviors which are symptomatic of unhealthy mindsets. Don’t make this mistake.
6/ This is reserved for the serious anxiety cases, and is incredibly effective/helpful for them.
7/ These are common auto-pilot moments that encourage impulsive, aroused, pushy, behavior.
8/ Constant verbal inputs create neurotic dogs.
9/ Constant physical inputs create neurotic dogs.
10/ I know out of all of these this one will cause the most consternation and outrage. Once again, before you freak out, try it. Both food and overly-excited interactions FOR THESE KINDS OF DOGS will exacerbate the issues you’re wanting to resolve.
11/ You have to address the unhealthy stuff to make room for the healthy stuff.
12/ Many dogs will obsessively lick, scratch, pace, whine, circle, self-mutilate. You have to correct this to break the toxic patterns.

That’s it. If you DO have a dog who struggles to be calm, relaxed, and at ease in the world, give this list a try for a month and see what you get. You won’t do any harm, and you just might be shocked what you find.

PS, I didn’t include healthy exercise, play, and affection, because these items are almost never what’s missing from the lives of dogs like this — this stuff comes natural to owners, AND because this stuff is touted by almost everyone in the training world whereas what I’ve shared isn’t.

PPS, If you feel compelled to disagree and share in great detail precisely why I’m incorrect, just know I’ll delete your comment. I’m not soliciting critical feedback here, I’m sharing personal experience with many thousands of these very specific kinds of dogs. You’re of course more than welcome to post whatever you believe on the pages and platforms you’ve created. Lastly, if you have any honest, good faith questions or would like clarification, feel free to ask. I will do my best. ❤️

03/29/2025

T - Rex ❤️ practicing recall off leash
Give them jobs to do. It creates a sense of purpose and helps with their schedule. Backpacks allow them to carry their own food, water and toys. They also help healthy excitable jumping dogs by slowing their roll a little. Just like weighted vests they also help anxiety in many cases.

03/27/2025

Training for my 3rd degree BB in Uechi Ryu in 02 with taught by the late, great legend Shinu Gushi Sensei RIP - it was an honor to be beaten senseless by you and Makoto :)
Van Nuys California

03/01/2025

Praying for more snow! Well load up these joring harnesses on the dogs that have been practicing pulling and clip them into our new glider and MUSH!!

Iditarod training lol I’ll pick up Lunta for lead dog and we’re gone 🐺

03/01/2025

Dog Taoist retail is moving along. Free dog kisses and espresso/coffee.

Don’t come now though, we’re going to Frannys for breakfast 🥞 💯☯️

02/28/2025

T Rex is having the most epic day. Video uploaded soon

02/25/2025

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02/12/2025

Gorilla Beds of all shapes and sizes, made by hand in 🇺🇸 are here and selling like crazy. Lifetime guarantee not to flatten! Made with military grade Codura, Kevlar and as comfy as can be, it’s the only bed you’ll ever buy.

Scroll to checkout the models. We can get your dogs name embroidered right on the bed she will love her entire life. We have some that are almost 10 years old and the look beautiful. Legit. Come see them.

Last pic is Kobe giving you a sneak peek of the future of electronic dog training! Massive game changer on the way. 🤯 Dog Taoist Exclusive 🔥

02/12/2025

Made in America - Active dogs
Branded in America - Mint Print
Worn and sold in Pepperell Ma by us
The bar is high for real life 🇺🇸 not for IG or FB.
Come shop. Have espresso and coffee on us. Check out the dogs and our staff while we train. Ask questions. Enjoy the Harmony, peace and quiet tranquility of our facility. We kept it closely guarded for a while… when you get here, you’ll see why lol. It’s magical and we have the highest standards.

02/03/2025

Yes. Nonsense created by the nonsensical. Honesty is not their forte.

A viral, online phenomenon claims to have further opened the door to human-canine communication. Buttons allow dogs to seemingly talk with their humans, but ...