San Bruno Dog Obedience School (SBDOS)

04/14/2025

Recall notice on Blue Ridge products..

See a complete list of all dog food recalls and FDA warnings since 2009, as tracked by the editors of the Dog Food Advisor.

04/13/2025

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DO YOU KNOWS ABOUT MY NOSE?

Dogs largely perceive and interpret the world through their sense of smell, which is their strongest sense.

Their sense of smell can be powerful enough to detect substances at concentrations of one part per trillion—a single drop of liquid in 20 Olympic-size swimming pools.

Just like every person has a unique fingerprint, each dog has their own unique nose print made up of ridges and bumps that create a unique pattern.

While all dog breeds have an excellent sense of smell, brachycephalic dogs – breeds that have a short muzzle and a flat or snub-nosed face like Pugs, French Bulldogs, Boxers, Bulldogs, Boston Terriers, Pekingese, Shih Tzus etc. have been found to have the least sensitivity to scent compared to non-brachycephalic breeds

The Bloodhound and other hound breeds are thought to have the best sense of smell. Their long ears carry scents upwards from the ground and the loose skin around their head and neck trap and retain scents, which makes them excellent tracking dogs.

Providing different types of scent enrichment has huge benefits for any breed of dog, especially as it’s such a natural behaviour.

Scent games, sniffing walks, a new environment or area to explore are all simple ways to provide enrichment.

Scenting has been shown to decrease heart rate, lower blood pressure, build self-confidence, decrease stress and anxiety and help dogs feel more positive and optimistic.

Here are some links for simple scent games to play with your dog -
Indoor Scent Games for Dogs:
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/indoor-scent-games-for-dogs/

A YouTube Video from K9 of Mine - 6 Nosework Games for Dogs - easy, simple scentwork
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTYZ_cenuWw

04/10/2025

More information on Danes before you want to get one....

Bing would like to pass along some information about Danes. First, he wants you to know that he is the product of generations of careful breeding. Temperament is both nature and nurture. It is not just in how a dog is raised. Genetics play a huge role, so please only purchase from a responsible breeder or adopt from a responsible rescue group. A giant dog with an unpredictable temperament is dangerous.

Did you know that a dog’s critical socialization period starts at just 3 weeks old? To have the best odds of a well adjusted dog, the breeder should be safely exposing puppies, while still in the whelping box, to various noises, items, surfaces, etc. Then the owner should continue that socialization with things like puppy kindergarten classes. Bing started puppy classes at 8 weeks old and took continual classes for years.

Giant size means most everything costs more (food, toys, crates, beds, vet bills, etc.). Vet bills for a giant breed dog can really add up. Danes shed. A lot. Some drool. Can you physically handle a 100+ lb energetic dog? Danes require lots of early and positive training/socialization to avoid them reacting fearfully in the future.

Most Danes are not couch potatoes! They require ample exercise, especially as young adults. They should not receive “forced” exercise, where they cannot control speed or duration, until they are more mature at 18 months old. They do need free play and space to run, throughout their entire life.

Do you have room in your house for a giant crate? Like any dog, a Dane should be crate trained (for so many reasons, but including their safety and to protect your house) until mature.

Don’t get two puppies at once, especially of the same s*x. It’s a recipe for trouble post maturity, when the two dogs often suddenly hate each other.

A responsible breeder is health testing their dogs prior to breeding them. Look for a CHIC number (Canine Health Information Center) on the sire/dam, which means the breeder has completed and publicly shared the appropriate health testing results. To receive a CHIC on a Dane, the dog needs to have the following health tests: hips (OFA or PennHIP), thyroid (OFA), echocardiogram, and eye CERF. Always verify health testing results: www.ofa.org. DNA testing is not the same thing as we do not have genetic markers for these health risks.

A responsible breeder should have mentors and peer support. Do they belong to any clubs (one cannot belong to AKC), like their local all-breed club or Great Dane club? Get recommendations for breeders through local clubs and the parent club of the breed. For Danes in the States, the parent club is the Great Dane Club of America (www.gdca.org). Always do reputation checks from other people “in the know” - call those dog club members and ask them if they would purchase a dog from the breeder you’re considering.

Don’t allow a color preference to drive you to a bad breeder. It isn’t worth the risk of dealing with health and temperament issues.

Did you know that most all breeds have breed specific rescues? Great way to find your next addition! https://gdca.org/the-great-dane/great-dane-rescue/

Visit www.fotodanes.com for educational articles (like Raising a Puppy to be a Confident Adult and How to Select a Breeder).

-- Bev Klingensmith (proud breeder/owner/trainer of Bing, starring in The Friend) ~ Bing is an AKC champion with obedience titles too: CH Flighty Foto White Christmas CD RA CA DCAT TKI CGC TT

04/08/2025

🚶‍♀️ 𝗧𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗯𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀?
Walking your dog should be enjoyable—for both of you! At SBDOS, we focus on teaching loose leash walking that actually works in the real world.

🌳 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝘂𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁?
Unlike most indoor dog schools, we have a 𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲—perfect for practicing around real-life distractions like other dogs, people, and new environments.

🐾 Join our 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 every Saturday and work with experienced instructors to build confidence, calm, and control on your walks.

✅ Real practice.
✅ Real results.
✅ Happier walks.

📍 Show up Saturdays 10am and take the first step toward stress-free strolls with your pup!

04/08/2025

Pig ear recall..

See a complete list of all dog food recalls and FDA warnings since 2009, as tracked by the editors of the Dog Food Advisor.

04/08/2025

Zesty Paws recall...

See a complete list of all dog food recalls and FDA warnings since 2009, as tracked by the editors of the Dog Food Advisor.

04/06/2025

People may want to get a Great Dane like the one in the movie. PLEASE DON'T! Danes have many health issues and are really BIG dogs. Are you really ready to take care of one?

Please read this post.

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🎬 “The Friend” Movie was released this weekend, and while I love seeing this breed that we all love get attention, I am also concerned. 🫣

‼️We’ve seen this cycle too many times. People fall in love with the idea of a Dane, but not the reality. And that reality is why we always have 15-20 surrenders waiting for rescue.

Why Do People Surrender Great Danes?

🚫 “I didn’t know they got this big!” (They can reach 150-200 lbs!)
🚫 “They eat too much!” (Be ready for a BIG food bill.)
🚫 “Vet bills are expensive!” (Danes are prone to bloat, joint issues, and heart disease.)
🚫 “I don’t have enough space.” (Even couch potatoes need room to stretch out.)
🚫 “I don’t have time for training.” (A poorly trained 150-lb dog = disaster.)
🚫 “They’re too needy!” (Danes are Velcro dogs and hate being alone.)
🚫 “We had a baby/moved/got divorced.” (Dogs are forever, not just when it’s convenient 🙄.)

Thinking About Adopting a Dane? Do This First:

✔️ Research the breed thoroughly before making a decision.
✔️ Be financially prepared—Danes are expensive to care for.
✔️ Commit to training and socialization—a well-behaved Dane is a happy Dane.
✔️ Understand their medical risks—bloat, joint issues, and heart problems are common.
✔️ Have the space and time to give them the life they deserve.
✔️ Adopt from Daisy’s Dane Sanctuary! We offer lifetime support & training because we believe in FUREVER homes.

💙 Love Danes but can’t adopt? Help the ones already in need! Donate, foster, or share this post to spread awareness.

Https://daisysdanesanctuary.com/donate/

04/03/2025

April is National Pet First Aid Awareness Month. Do you know what to do for your pup?

Pets can get into accidents or suddenly become ill in a flash. Knowing basic first aid can make a difference while getting them to a veterinarian. Here are some essential first-aid tips for pets! By Desiree Andrews

03/26/2025

New Puppy and Adult classes starting this Saturday at the San Bruno Dog Obedience School (SBDOS) !
Sign up via our website at www.sbdos.com

03/21/2025

Have you dreamed of your pet providing the healing nature of pet visits for people in need?
New Pet Therapy Class starting April 19th at the San Bruno Dog Obedience School (SBDOS) Check our website for details and to sign up!
https://www.sbdos.com/therapy-dog.html

03/13/2025

Is your dog this well trained? If not, get your pup the the San Bruno Dog Obedience San Bruno Dog Obedience School (SBDOS) on Saturdays!
https://www.sbdos.com/

03/08/2025

Is your dog having this much fun??
If not, you need to get to the San Bruno Dog Obedience School (SBDOS) on Saturdays!
https://www.sbdos.com/

03/03/2025

We have a parvo outbreak in San Francisco.

The San Francisco SPCA is hosting a free dog vaccination clinic on Monday to help slow down a parvovirus outbreak in the Tenderloin. It's happening from noon to 2 p.m. Parvovirus is a highly-contagious viral infection.

02/03/2025

https://www.dogfoodadvisor.com/dog-food-recalls/blue-ridge-beef-natural-mix-recall/

See a complete list of all dog food recalls and FDA warnings since 2009, as tracked by the editors of the Dog Food Advisor.

01/15/2025

Got a new pup? We have a new puppy session starting this Saturday January 18, 2025. You can register at:

Online appointment scheduling and payments for San Bruno Dog Obedience School

12/23/2024

Do you need assistance as your dog is giving you ATTITUDE?
We have a new session starting January 4, 2025.

Beginners 9:00 am - 10:00 am Cost: $160 Our specialized Attitude classes are designed specifically for dogs with behavioral challenges . Whether your furry friend needs help with barking, leash...

12/20/2024

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/19/science/fda-drugs-dogs-arthritis-librela.html?unlocked_article_code=1.i04.SNMO.vCbpVegHtVXX&smid=url-share

The agency recommended that the maker of Librela update its label to reflect the possibility of more serious adverse reactions.