Dogs in Harmony

06/13/2025

Breed Fact Friday: Löwchen 🦁✨

Looking for a small dog with big personality (and an even bigger hairdo)? Meet the Löwchen, aka the "Little Lion Dog." Originally bred as a companion animal in Europe—likely France or Germany—this ancient breed was beloved by nobility and often featured in Renaissance paintings... usually in a fancy lion cut, because obviously.

Despite their posh appearance, Löwchen are not delicate lap dogs. They’re bright, playful, and surprisingly sturdy, with a temperament closer to a miniature sporting dog than a pampered ornament. Historically, they were bred to be alert and interactive companions—cheerful little watchdogs who kept their people entertained.

Modern-day Löwchen are affectionate, trainable, and excellent with kids when raised and socialized well. They do require regular grooming to maintain that iconic cut, but they don’t shed much and tend to do well in a variety of home environments, including apartments—as long as they get daily mental and physical engagement.

Thank you to Bex Munson / Photos by the Bucket for the little lion pics!

06/07/2025

💥 Is your dog “too friendly”?
It sounds harmless — until they’re dragging you across a parking lot to say hi.

Excitement isn’t a behavior problem… until it’s unmanageable. The solution? Train neutrality, not just manners. Your dog doesn’t have to love everyone.

How do you train for neutrality? Do you feel that keeping your dog from being a social butterfly is dulling their sparkle? Let’s hear it in the comments.

06/06/2025

🐶 Breed Fact Friday: Vizsla

Affectionate, energetic, and obsessed with their people.

The Vizsla is a sleek, high-energy hunting dog originally bred in Hungary to work as both a pointer and retriever. These velcro dogs are known for their loyalty and close bonds with their humans—don’t expect much personal space. Historically prized by Hungarian nobility, Vizslas excel in field work, agility, and obedience sports today. With their athleticism and sensitivity, they thrive with active owners who offer both physical exercise and mental stimulation.

Bonus: They’re stunning, but don’t get one unless you like daily exercise and constant companionship.

Thanks to Danny Doyne for the photos!

06/05/2025

🐾 Saturday Socials = Socialization That Sticks!

Not just playtime — we’re building real-world readiness. Think body handling, wobble boards, new textures, tunnels, and structured dog-dog interactions.

Spots are capped at 10. Pre-register now!

06/04/2025

🐕 Group Class Glow-Ups Start Here

Harmony Academy group classes (4 months+) are flexible, progressive, and full of that “I didn’t think we’d get here” magic.

Level 1 starts with the basics. Level 3 finishes in the real world.

Ready to level up?

06/03/2025

🎓 Early training = lifetime skills
Puppies don’t come pre-programmed — Harmony School is designed for 8–16 week olds to build focus, confidence, and resilience before problem behaviors take root.

Veterinarian-recommended. Behaviorally strategic. Puppy-approved.

04/26/2025

Bringing a new puppy into your home is an exciting and transformative experience. As much as we focus on providing the basics—feeding, housing, and training—one of the most important aspects of raising a well-adjusted dog is establishing a solid emotional bond from the start. Early interactions are critical in setting the foundation for a trusting, positive relationship with your puppy. The way you connect with your puppy during these early weeks has a lasting impact on their behavior, confidence, and emotional development.

Read more in our blog post:

A young puppy still with its mother. Bringing a new puppy into your home is an exciting and transformative experience. As much as we focus on providing the basics—feeding, housing, and training—one of the most important aspects of raising a well-adjusted dog is establishing a solid emotional bon

04/03/2025

🎉 Dogs In Harmony was voted a 2024 Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave for Best Pet Services!
Huge thanks to our Sunnyvale community for the trust, the votes, and most of all—your incredible dogs. 🐾💚

We're so proud to have earned the trust of our puppy parents and local veterinarians with our Harmony School puppy day training program as it continues to be the top rated vet recommended early socialization and training program in the South Bay! From puppy socialization and training to teaching old dogs new tricks and everything in between, we love what we do—and we’re honored to be your go-to team.

03/31/2025

🐕 Myth or Fact: Older Dogs Can’t Learn New Tricks 🐕

Myth! Older dogs can learn new tricks and commands with patience and consistent training. It’s never too late to start training your dog.

Our Private Lessons and Evening Group Classes are suitable for dogs of all ages and all skill levels, so if your puppy (or older puppy) wants to learn some new tricks-- come join us!

03/30/2025

New puppy? No problem! Let us help you get your puppy off to the best possible start with our Harmony School program for puppies as young as 9 weeks old. Our veterinarian-recommended puppy program is designed to help get you through this critical time in your puppy's life with minimal stress, while giving your puppy all it needs to grow to be its best possible self!

Contact us today to learn more!

03/28/2025

Adolescence brings new challenges, but our Harmony High program is here to help. From leash pulling to selective hearing, we're here to help. Keep your young dog on track for a confident future—enroll today!