TLC Dog Training

08/27/2026

08/27/2026

From our pack to yours, Happy Dog Day!

While started in the US, August 26th is recognized globally as International Dog Day.

Tipsy (5), Louie (12) and Chloe (11) say hi 👋

Share your dogs in the comments! 👇

08/25/2026

I've smoothed out some kinks in the text line. No more blurry videos! 🥳

Feel free to send progress videos
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08/19/2026

Who is excited about these cooler temperatures this week? I know I am!

08/18/2026

Trainer Tip Tuesday 💙🩵

Let’s talk about training goals!

When I ask dog owners what their training goals are, I’m always looking for things you want your dog to DO—not just things you DON'T want them to do. There's a reason..

❌ Focusing on the negative: "I don't want my dog to pull me down the street."
✅ Reframing for success: "I want my dog to walk beside me on a loose leash."

It might sound like a simple shift in words, but it fundamentally changes your mindset and how your dog learns!

🧠 The Simple Science Behind the Shift

👉Clear Directions: There are a hundred ways for a dog to "not walk nicely" (barking, zigzagging, pulling). But there’s usually only one behavior that earns a reward! Giving your dog a positive goal gives them a clear roadmap to win.

👉Incompatible Behaviors: In behavioral science, setting a goal often relies on teaching a behavior that makes the unwanted behavior physically impossible. Simply put: a dog cannot jump on guests if their butt is glued to the floor in a sit, and they cannot pull ahead if they are matching your leg on a heel.
👉Less Stress, Faster Success: Studies consistently show that when we focus on rewarding desired goals rather than correcting mistakes, dogs learn faster and everyone stays way less frustrated.

🐾 Progress Over Perfection

Setting clear goals isn't about having a "perfect" dog 24/7—it’s about celebrating the small wins along the way! As a trainer, my main goal isn't just teaching commands; it's helping you build a fantastic relationship with your pup so you can actually get out there and enjoy life together.

When you frame your goals positively, you stop constantly managing mistakes and start proactively building habits you love living with.

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🤔Need help setting clear goals or building a custom plan for your pup? Send me a text or shoot me a message on Messenger—I'd love to chat about our training programs and how we can reach your goals together!

Tonight's homework - What’s one thing you want your dog to DO this week? Drop it in the comments below! ⬇️👇

08/18/2026

Check out Gracie heeling next to her dad’s shopping cart—can you believe she is only 8 months old? 🐾❤️

It has been an absolute joy working with Gracie and her amazing family! Knowing she would grow up to be a large dog, her guardians wanted to build a solid foundation early on to prevent big-dog misbehavior later. She completed two of our 5-lesson custom packages, focusing on exactly what her family needed to build the ultimate companion.

Gracie’s customized track was a beautiful blend of the skills that now make up our brand-new structured programs—Puppy Foundations, Core Essentials, Urban Manners, and Reliable Freedom (full program details coming soon).

Skillset:
✨ Sit & Down: Solid fundamentals
✨ Climb & Impulse Control: Focus and patience
✨ Door Manners: Calmly waiting at thresholds
✨ Loose Leash Walking: Enjoyable morning strolls and navigating busy stores
✨ Appropriate Greetings: Polite hellos without jumping
✨ Off-Leash Recall: Fast, reliable comebacks

One of the biggest wins for her family was her guest manners! While she is always thrilled to welcome visitors, she now stays beautifully on her designated couch climb to greet them. She also did fantastic on her walks maintaining a relaxed leash right past bustling baseball practices and busy playgrounds at the local park!

As you can see in the video, she completely crushed another major milestone: her very first trip to Home Depot! She did an incredible job for her age walking right alongside a moving shopping cart.

While she was initially a little spooked by a Halloween witch decoration, she teamed up with her mom to figure out the ghouls and goblins were okay. She gained her confidence back and met a cute ghost dog friend! This real-world field trip fully prepared her to safely accompany her Dad on all his next shopping adventures.

Gracie is doing wonderfully and will continue to grow even sharper as she reaches full maturity with continued practice at home. Her transformation is a true testament to the dedication, consistency, and hard work of her guardians, Kathy and Paul. It has been an honor to be part of your journey!

Who else is proud of this sweet girl? Drop a comment below to congratulate Gracie on officially graduating! 🎓🎉👇

Train with TLC: Trust, Love, and Clarity.

Ready to transform your dog's behavior and build the companion you have always wanted? Keep an eye out for our upcoming program breakdown, or visit our website to get a head start!

🐾 TLC Dog Training
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📍 Serving St. Charles County, MO
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08/05/2026

Late Trainer Tip Tuesday! 🌙

You do not owe anyone access to your dog. It is 100% okay to say, "Sorry, we are training right now!" or "He needs his space today." Advocating for your dog builds massive trust. You are their voice! 🐾

07/24/2026

It's your weekly Feel Good Friday check-in ✨ 💜

Drop something good that happened with your dog in the comments! 👇

• progress with training goals
• fun adventures
• silly moments
• achievements

07/21/2026

💚 🐾 Trainer Tip Tuesday 🐾 💚
Are You Missing Your Dog's Quiet Wins?

When we think of a "trained dog," we usually picture flashy behaviors like a crisp stay, a perfect heel, or a flawless recall. But some of the most important training moments are completely silent.
If you feel stuck or like you're slacking on your training journey, look out for these three "invisible" wins this week:

1️⃣ The Voluntary Check-In: You are walking down the street or sitting in the yard, and your dog looks up at you completely unprompted. They chose you over the entire environment!

2️⃣ The Choice to Disengage: Your dog sees a squirrel, a cyclist, or another dog, tenses up for a split second, but then turns away on their own.

3️⃣ The Dramatic Sigh: Your dog lays down and lets out a big huff while you are making dinner or working at your desk. That sigh means they are actively choosing to settle down instead of demanding your attention.Training isn't just about commands; it’s about daily lifestyle choices.

What "invisible win" did your dog achieve this week? Let us know in the comments below so we can celebrate with you! 👇

07/17/2026

🐾✨ Feel Good Friday check-in! ✨🐾

What’s something good that happened this week with your dog?

Maybe it was a tiny step forward, a fun adventure, a cuddle, a training win, or just a moment that made you stop and smile. Whatever it was, we’d love to hear about it.

It doesn’t have to be perfect to be worth celebrating. 💜

Share your updates, photos, and videos in the comments below! ⬇️🐕

TLC Dog Training
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