San Bruno Dog Obedience School (SBDOS)

07/31/2026

Some pup fun happening in Pacifica this weekend!

07/16/2026

🐶 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐭 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟏𝟖𝐭𝐡!
New class starting Saturday July 18th! Click the link below for more details and to register:

🦴 Beginning Adult: https://www.sbdos.com/beginning-adult.html

🌿 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐮𝐬?
✔️ Led by expert instructors with 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬-𝐨𝐧 𝐝𝐨𝐠 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞
✔️ We train 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐬, giving your pup room to move and learn in a real-world setting
✔️ Safe, supervised socialization with other dogs and people
✔️ Practice essential skills like loose leash walking in our spacious lot
🐾 Let’s build good habits from day one!

06/28/2026

Less than one week until the 4th of July. Fireworks and other explosives are being used even now. What have you done to protect your pup?

https://www.npr.org/2026/06/28/g-s1-130446/fireworks-pets-dogs-cats?utm_campaign=npr&utm_term=nprnews&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwY2xjawSuPeZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEesp0l1_5nOICzCBa2wAu8jHkKCX04p9NW_-FbCiOihZpTV3hYMkIAxrSvBiA_aem_oETT54id8C8v6TOSr_zw7w

Communities around the U.S. are putting on epic fireworks shows for America's 250th birthday — but that spells trouble for dogs and cats. Here's a guide to help the animals in your life.

06/24/2026

Did you know your pup releases stress by shaking it off? It is their mental reset.

SHAKE IT ALL OFF

A shake off is one of many types of dog body language and is one of the easiest ones to notice.

Besides being a highly effective way to get rid of dirt, bugs or water - dogs can remove up to 70% of water in one single shake off - the shake off is often seen just after something that a dog needs a mental reset from.

Dogs will often shake off after an event that creates emotional arousal or tension. A shake off doesn't necessarily mean the experience was negative – it’s a healthy coping mechanism and a sign that a dog is self-regulating their emotions.

It’s a nervous system reset. Just like we might take a deep breath, stretch our shoulders, or sigh with relief after an exciting or stressful moment, dogs often shake to transition from one emotional state to another.

Things like excitement, anticipation, frustration, uncertainty, or relief can all create emotional arousal that may trigger a shake.

It's a dog’s way of saying "Okay, that's over. I'm ready to move on now."

It’s interesting to notice what triggers shake offs in our dogs as it provides us with valuable insight into their internal state.

Repeated or frequent shake offs can sometimes indicate medical issues like ear infections, skin irritation, allergies, discomfort, or pain. If shake offs seem excessive or out of context, it's worth having a vet check.

The shake off is far more than just a shake - it's emotional regulation in action.

Dogs instinctively know they feel better when they just shake it all off!

06/24/2026

🌞𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝘂𝗽𝘀!
As the summer months continue to heat up, here are some more tips for keeping your pups cool and safe from the heat.

💦 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗹
Consider cooling aids such as:
• A cooling vest or cooling bandana
• A shaded kiddie pool for supervised splashing
• Walks during the cooler morning or evening hours
• Float some ice cubes in their water bowls

🐶 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝗴𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲
Not all dogs react the same. Short-muzzled breeds (such as Pugs and Bulldogs), senior dogs, and overweight dogs often have a harder time regulating body temperature and may need to spend hot days in air-conditioned environments. Rooms in the lower levels of the house or on the side facing away from the direct sun tend to be cooler and a ceiling fan helps if you don't have air-conditioning.

💧 And of course, don't forget plenty of fresh water throughout the day!

06/22/2026

☀️ Hot weather can turn dangerous for our dogs much faster than many people realise.

Heat stroke isn’t just a risk during a heatwave. Even on what feels like a pleasant day, too much exercise or time in the sun can quickly become life-threatening.

🐾 Walk your dog early in the morning or later in the evening.
💧 Always take fresh water.
🌳 Stick to shady areas whenever possible.
❤️ If your dog starts excessive panting, drooling, vomiting, becomes weak or collapses, act immediately and contact your vet.

A few simple precautions can make all the difference.

Stay safe out there and give your Staffy an extra cuddle from us. 🐶❤️

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06/21/2026

Half in the bag!
You've been sacked!
What other captions do you have for this little one seen at our San Bruno Dog Obedience School (SBDOS) yesterday 😂

It's always fun at our school, classes held on Saturdays at the College of San Mateo site.

06/18/2026

𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐚 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐩𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐲?
𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐛𝐞 𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥!

🐶 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭s 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝐭𝐡!
New puppy class starts Saturday June 20th! Click the link below for more details and to register:
🐾 Puppy: https://www.sbdos.com/puppies.html

06/18/2026

NOT ALL LICKS = LOVE

It’s understandable to assume that when a dog licks a person or gives them “kisses”, that it’s an obvious sign of affection.

While licking is certainly associated with affection, social bonding, investigation, excitement, or a positive interaction, it can also serve a very different purpose.

There is a term called "Kiss to Dismiss" - credited to Jennifer Shryock of Family Paws®, who developed it to educate families about dog-child interactions.

She uses it to describe situations where a dog's licking is not affectionate, but is an attempt to create distance, reduce social pressure, or attempt to end an interaction.

It's about a dog trying to navigate an uncomfortable social situation in a polite way without having to resort to stronger forms of communication.

Context matters, the situation matters, body language matters!

A relaxed dog with soft eyes, loose muscles, a wiggly body, and voluntary engagement is sending a very different message to a dog that is showing the body language of stress when feeling trapped or restrained by an interaction.

It’s so important to notice and respond to a dog’s subtle communication to prevent a situation from escalating.

Not all licks mean love, some licks mean - please leave me alone.

06/15/2026

It is that time of the year where we will be enjoying fireworks. Your dog may NOT be one of them. Here are some tips for your dog.

Fireworks, picnics and other 4th of July traditions can be great fun for people, but frightening and dangerous for animals. Know how to keep your animals safe.