Mutts & Mates

Mutts & Mates Mutts & Mates is a full service, in-home dog boarding, daycare and training business in Minnesota

08/27/2026

One of the best ways to train your dog when you’re short on time?

Swap long sessions for multiple short ones, a few times a week.

Just 3–5 minutes, a few times a week, is all you need! This can be finding a quiet place in the yard, pausing during a commercial break, or taking time while the laundry freshens up.

Dogs often learn better in short, focused blocks of time than in long sessions that lead to distraction and frustration.

A few mini sessions throughout the week build real consistency — without needing to block off a big chunk of time.

Try it this week and see the difference.

08/25/2026

If you want a well-trained dog but never have time, do these 3 things:

1. Train in 3–5 minute micro-sessions. Spread a few ultra-short sessions throughout your day (a few times a week) instead of waiting for a long block that never comes.

2. Turn everyday moments into training. Sit before meals, wait at doors, “watch me” before play. Implement training while life is already happening.

3. Teach a solid “place” or “go lay down”. Your dog learns to settle while you’re busy, eating, or have company. Super useful and quick to start.

I try to give real-life training tips for real homes.

Which one will you try first?

08/25/2026

Wake Up With Us! 🐶☀️

Every dog that boards with us gets an early wake up call that starts with a full potty break, tail-wagging breakfast time and then quiet relaxation!

We handle the early routine while you are away — which makes your pups comfortable and gives you total peace of mind.

Summer is almost over and we are booking up fast this fall and winter! 🍁❄️

Comment below if are in the Twin Cities and want to connect or if you just simply like this content. 🐾

08/15/2026

Episode 2 of Ruff and Ready Recipes is here! 🐾

No chef skills required — just mix, bake, and treat your pups to something wholesome and delicious.

Peanut Butter Dog Biscuits
Ingredients:
• 1 cup peanut butter (xylitol-free)
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2½ cups flour
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup water

Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Combine all ingredients and mix until a stiff dough forms.
3. Roll out to about ¼-inch thick.
4. Cut into fun shapes with cookie cutters.
5. Bake 12–18 minutes, or until golden brown (time varies with thickness and your oven).

Messy counters welcome. Happy tails guaranteed.

We’ll be back every week or two with more easy recipes (it’s a little ruff around here, but we’re making it work 😂).

Who’s baking these with their crew this weekend?

Save this post + tag a friend whose dog would love them 👇

08/11/2026

Wake up with us here at Mutts & Mates!! This is your sign to board your dog with us here in Minnesota because this could be their morning routine 🐶☀️
They get Happy wake-ups, fresh potty breaks, tail-wagging breakfast time and then relaxation!
We handle the early routine so you don’t have to — no guilt, just happy pups and total peace of mind while you’re away.
Summer is almost over and we are booking up fast — comment “BOARD” below if are in the Twin Cities area and want availability! 👇

07/30/2026

Dog boarding pickup for a happy pup 🐶

Reliable dog boarding and pickup service that makes drop-off and pickup stress-free for both dogs and their owners. From the moment I arrive, it’s all about keeping your dog comfortable, safe, and excited for their stay.

Looking for trusted dog boarding near you? I’ve got you covered.

07/24/2026

You can find me somewhere between…

Building this business, but never wanting to work again.

Completely at peace but ready to crash out at any moment.

Incredibly motivated but feeling so tired my entire body hurts.

So excited to share my story but scared to be seen and judged.

Thank you all for being here and for being on this wild ride with me, I hope I can turn this page into something big! My goal is to gain 1,000 followers by the end of the year but I hope it’s more!

07/22/2026

Training Tip Tuesday…But on a Wednesday 🤣🤣 because life is tough, I had some technical difficulties and a few personal things that took priority. However, I wanted to show up today regardless! Here goes…💥💥💥

Today we are flipping the script! Welcome back to Training Tip Tuesday! I’m Jackie, I’ve been in the dog boarding business for over 12 years, and the biggest training tip I can give you isn’t about teaching your dog a new trick but it’s about training YOURSELF to be the best dog owner you can be.

Most ‘problems’ with your dog happen because you haven’t learned how to communicate clearly with your dog. You haven’t trained yourself to be consistent, or read their signals. Your dog is always learning from you through your tone, your body language and your routine and sometimes we have it all mixed up!

Training yourself means mastering calm, confident energy. Learning to be consistent with your rules and rewards both inside and outside the home. And lastly, Understanding your dog’s breed, their specific needs and body language.

When you train yourself first, everything gets easier. You start to realize that maybe your dog isn’t stubborn, they’re just waiting for clear leadership! 💪🏻💪🏻

Start small this week and pick one thing to improve upon. Maybe it’s your walks - then focus on that only. If you aren’t sure how, we talked about that in an earlier series so go check it out ➡️.

Drop a comment below on one area you’re working on or one area you’d like to work on. Like and follow for more content like this and see you next Training Tip Tuesday! Happy training!

07/18/2026

I’ve been wanting to do this series on my page for so long, and we’re kicking it off with super simple Watermelon & Honey Frozen Treats for our pups! No chef skills required — just blend, freeze, and serve up some summer happiness.
This is all about having fun in the kitchen with your dogs (and kids if you have them) and making easy, wholesome treats together. Messy counters welcome, happy tails guaranteed. 🐾
Come back every week or two — it’s ruff around here because we’re so busy but we will try to make more delicious recipes for you on a regular basis! 😂
Who’s trying this with their crew this weekend? Save this for yourself or tag a friend whose dog would love these! 👇

🍄 There are lurking strangers in your yard… and they could be deadly for your dog.Wild mushrooms pop up fast after rain ...
07/16/2026

🍄 There are lurking strangers in your yard… and they could be deadly for your dog.
Wild mushrooms pop up fast after rain and look harmless — but many are highly toxic. Even a small nibble can lead to serious illness or worse.
In today’s carousel + in Tuesday’s video I covered:
✅ Why mushrooms are so dangerous
✅ Warning signs if your dog eats one
✅ How to prevent it with solid “Leave It” & recall training
✅ Simple yard safety habits
Save this post so you’re prepared, and share it with every dog parent you know!
Comment “MUSHROOM” below if you want more safety & training tips like this 👇
Follow for weekly Training Tip Tuesdays that actually help keep your dog safe and happy 🐾
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