Dogma Canine Training

01/24/2025

I posted this on my personal account because it’s Tuna’s 5 year Gotcha Day! I wanted to post it on Dogma’s account because this is a quick little story about how reading your dog’s behavior is feedback/communication and because practicing skills that seem silly and fun can actually serve a great function down the road.

This skill/trick of being carried on my shoulders, I taught to Tuna 5 years ago. We’ve never really used it much or practiced. On occasion I’d used it for fun or for her to see over the table at farmers market events (to see the squirrel in the tree). Honestly, I never really thought it would be important. Yesterday on our little adventure, it was freezing outside and Tuna was showing signs of her feet getting cold. She started to paw lift here and there, but she was having so much fun that she was ignoring how cold her feet really were! Thankfully I’m very observant of her behavior so I turned around to head back. On the way back to the truck, about half way there, I noticed her behavior start to become more shut down, slower pace, hunched body, lowered tail, less check ins, less attentive so I picked up her drag line (thanks ). Once I picked up her drag line, she starting to pull on the leash. I tried a few times to redirect her and she wouldn’t which started to irritate me. I quickly checked myself and got curious instead, why was she pulling? Why was she not listening? Why does her body language look the way it does? DING DING DING!!!…she was cold and wanted to get back to the car ASAP!

I asked Tuna for an “UP” cue and she got so excited, bounced right over and jumped up on me! She wanted to be picked up! So I started to carry her back to the car. Since the car was a ways away, I had to readjust to the over the shoulders carry. She was very out of practice, but because her feet were freezing, she allowed me to physically place her there with the help of a food lure. We made it back to the car and Tuna was a happy but freezing girl. I wrapped her in my puffy coat and blasted the heat! Moral of the story…read your dog’s body language for what it is and practice skills that could be useful!

01/24/2025

I posted this on my personal account because it’s Tuna’s 5 year Gotcha Day! I wanted to post it on Dogma’s account because this is a quick little story about how reading your dog’s behavior is feedback/communication and because practicing skills that seem silly and fun can actually serve a great function down the road.

This skill/trick of being carried on my shoulders, I taught to Tuna 5 years ago. We’ve never really used it much or practiced. On occasion I’d used it for fun or for her to see over the table at farmers market events (to see the squirrel in the tree). Honestly, I never really thought it would be important. Yesterday on our little adventure, it was freezing outside and Tuna was showing signs of her feet getting cold. She started to paw lift here and there, but she was having so much fun that she was ignoring how cold her feet really were! Thankfully I’m very observant of her behavior so I turned around to head back. On the way back to the truck, about half way there, I noticed her behavior start to become more shut down, slower pace, hunched body, lowered tail, less check ins, less attentive so I picked up her drag line (thanks ). Once I picked up her drag line, she starting to pull on the leash. I tried a few times to redirect her and she wouldn’t which started to irritate me. I quickly checked myself and got curious instead, why was she pulling? Why was she not listening? Why does her body language look the way it does? DING DING DING!!!…she was cold and wanted to get back to the car ASAP!

I asked Tuna for an “UP” cue and she got so excited, bounced right over and jumped up on me! She wanted to be picked up! So I started to carry her back to the car. Since the car was a ways away, I had to readjust to the over the shoulders carry. She was very out of practice, but because her feet were freezing, she allowed me to physically place her there with the help of a food lure. We made it back to the car and Tuna was a happy but freezing girl. I wrapped her in my puffy coat and blasted the heat! Moral of the story…read your dog’s body language and practice skills that are useful!

07/17/2024

A few of our Level 2 Graduates from last night! These guys were rockstars throughout our 6 weeks together🦮✨🦴

07/10/2024

Some graduates from our April and May Level 1 Class. It’s not too late to sign up your pup for one of Domga’s Group Classes! We have a few more spots available in our Level 1 starting July 24th! To register visit the link in our bio or visit our website.

12/15/2023

Winter Group Classes are now available for registration on our website! Swipe all the way over for the attempted group photo😂

10/25/2023

Does your pet struggle with fear based behaviors (aggressive behaviors can also be a result of fear, anxiety and/or stress) please reach out! Or reach out to Ski Town Animal Hospital for a fear free vet visit!

10/18/2023

09/30/2023

Dogma and are pairing up to offer the community Puppy Social Events! 100% of the registration fees will be donated to RCHS! These events are $10 and will be 45 mins of adorable puppy play! During the events, feel free to Q&A with Dogma's certified trainer (CPDT-KA). Details for these events are as follows:
•Puppies must be between 8-16 weeks
•First round of vaccinations required
•12 puppies per event
Event Dates:
•October 6th at 5pm
•October 20th at 5pm
•October 28th at 12pm
For more information or to register for the event, please visit https://www.dogmacaninetraining.com/puppysocial. We can't wait to help socialize your puppies!

09/26/2023

A little late on the post, but so happy to see the continued growth of our students. Here’s just a few of our late summer group class graduates!

09/13/2023

Be Part of Something Amazing 👟 Whether you're a seasoned runner or just here for the smiles, "The Fast & The Furriest" welcomes all ages and fitness levels! 🏃‍♀️🌟 Invite friends, dress up with your pup, and let's run together towards a brighter future. Register now and be part of the magic! Saturday, Sept. 23. Run starts at 10 a.m. at Howelsen Hill Lodge/Olympian Hall. Register today at https://routthumane.org/event/5k92023/

In partnership with Sbny Steamboat , Tumbleweed Steamboat, Steamboat Radio, Hard Headed, Edward Jones - Associate: Jess Koppe & Amy Ibarra and Storm Peak Brewing Company. Special thanks to our other donors Honey Stinger, Hounds Pet Grooming Salon, Dogma Canine Training, Outdoor K9, Grass Sticks and Rollingstone Ranch Golf Club.

08/25/2023

This weekend is our last hooray with Mikhaila. She leaves for her new adventure in California working for . I am so excited to see what is to come for her and her training career! Mikhaila and I started Dogma about 3 years back and she has brought so much to this business, the dogs, her human clients and of course being an amazing business partner/one of my closest friends. It’s been such an amazing ride to have started this all with you. The Dogma family and I will miss you!!
Swipe all the way over to see Mikhaila and I cheesin’ on top of Little Agnes!
Please make note that I, Monique am doing my best during this time to run the business solo. My goal is to continue all the programs that I can and help as many dogs and humans in our community. Happy training and see you out on the trails🐾🐾