Very Amazing Dog Academy LLC

04/04/2025

We now have a sign on the Pet Pals property showing everybody where the new animal shelter will be located How exciting is this!! All these little things are actually really big things to us because what was once just a dream of building a new shelter is now going to be a reality❤️

https://www.gofundme.com/charity/grand-county-pet-pals

03/12/2025

It is not too late to jump into mushing this season! Mushing 101 will teach you all the basics in getting started in dog powered sports and get you practicing on the trail. Join me March 26th, from the comfort of home on a webinar where we will explore mushing in detail. Then we will hit the trail and do an in- person group class Saturday March 29th. This a perfect way to get you and your dog started, with expert guidance and hands on training.

Ready to take the next step in your mushing journey?
Mushing 102 will take a deep dive into the mechanics of mushing. For this 2 hour in- person hands on training run, we will take all the foundational learning to the next level. This class will cover everything from advanced mushing commands, curbing difficult canine behavior on the trail, clean passing and more! Must have taken Mushing 101 or have had mushing experience in order to register.
Register for one or both courses at https://www.veryamazingdogacademy.com/mush-to-learn Email [email protected] for more information.

03/08/2025

The sled dog comes in many skins, but shares the same heart soul🐾😎 Thank you all for a fantastic couple of runs!

02/17/2025

Skijoring is a great intro to the spott of mushing!! This week was a total blast bringing new people and their dogs into to fold of the world of the sled dog 🐾😎

02/04/2025

Mushing 101 is back! Learn all the basics of this awesome sport and hit the trails with your best friend😊🐾 Register at https://www.veryamazingdogacademy.com/mush-to-learn

If you are interested in gettong started with mushing, this class you won't want to miss!

Wed, Feb 19 Webinar 3:00-4:00pm In Person Meet up TB DATE AND TIME

01/30/2025

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01/19/2025

Such a fantastic class with some really wonderful people and really AMAZING dogs 😎🐾 Thank you all for coming out!

01/11/2025

Race season is here😎👊🐾 Join RMSDC for this awesome event atop the Grand Mesa🐕🐾

01/06/2025

Interested in dog powered sports, but not sure how to get started? Mushing 101 is the class for you! In this two class series you will learn everything from proper dog care, gear, dog training and more. Gear is provided for those who don't have any. Ready to get started into the awesome world of mushing? Register by clicking the link below or by emailing me at [email protected].

Learn everything you need to get started with any dog powered sport. This class is a two-part series online and in person. First get fully immersed into the world of mushing with a one-hour webinar. Then we will hit the trails together with a hand on training run.

12/29/2024

What a great day at the ranch and such a fun group of dogs!! I always love the "ah ha" moment the dogs get when they finally figure it out; stretch their body out and just go!

Want to learn how to skijor with your dog? In addition to Mushing 101 classes, VADA is also teaching skijoring lessons at Devil's Thumb Ranch twice a month till April🐾🐕

12/24/2024

Wishing you all a VERY Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year🎄🐾

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving to you, your families and all your taste testers 🐶🐾🦃

In the spirit of the holiday let me say how incredibly grateful I am to everyone who has supported VADA LLC and become apart of the VADA family 🐾

I too like to spoil my dogs on Thanksgiving 😝 Here is a quick list of things they can eat and things to avoid:
( make sure the food your give your fur baby is unseasoned)
✅ Turkey (boneless and skinless)
✅ Sweet potatos
✅Cranberries
✅Carrots
✅ Apples
✅ Peas
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❌ Gravy
❌ Onions and Garlic
❌ Stuffing
❌ Any desserts
❌Ham or Pork
❌Rasins or grapes

Enjoy ❣️

11/25/2024

Pet Color Reflex Therapy (also known as reflexology) is a therapeutic technique that stimulates the nerves and increases the blood flow throughout the body. This technique is 100% natural, non-invasive is very effective and has no negative side effects. By combining manual therapies with color light therapy, homeopathy, vitamins and minerals, diet, etc., remarkable results can be achieved. Reflexology is technique developed from ancient Chinese medicine in acupuncture and acupressure, utilizes the face and foot maps from both Vietnamese and South American medicine and modern neuroanatomy. Reflex therapy can be supplemental with veterinary care boosting health and wellbeing for your pet.

Looking for a completely natural way to overcome health issues with your fur baby? Come check it out December 7th 1-3pm at VADA LLC main office.

11/20/2024

Mental stimulation ⚡️ It is somthing that most pet owners miss for their dogs( no judgement!) and can correlate to behavioral issues such as reactivity, agression, anxiety, hyperactive tendencies etc.

The truth is "the daily walk" doesn't always cut it with some dogs and adding even more exercise won't always solve the issue either. Don't get me wrong physical exercise is paramount for all living creatures well being. However, when it comes to your four legged canine companion this can not be the only focus. There needs to be activities to stretch their cognition and fire off those neurons.

What does mental stimulation look like?

It is anything from brain games, training, snuffle mats, lick mats, play, work and even just letting your dog watch wildlife out the window. Any activity involving sniffing and licking has a physiological calming effect on your dog which reduces stress. Problem solving increases oxygen to the brain and boosts cognition.

Tight schedule and looking for a more passive approach?
✅Feed your dog's meals in a puzzel toy or snuffle mat. The act of foraging can greatly benefit them.
✅Freeze a couple kongs and mats with peanut butter, yogurt, bone broth etc. for later use or after your dog gets back from a walk or right before you leave. SO EASY!

Want to actively engage with your dog? (you should😂)

✅Train your dog somthing new each week for 5-10minutes a day and add some sessions during a walk.
✅Play with your dog as an active participant which increases your bond and their brain activity. I am talking tug, fetch, hide and seek etc.
✅We all love purpose and job, your dog is no different. Getting involved in a sport with your dog is the ultimate form of mental stimulation, physical exercise and bonding! (plus it is just fun and so rewarding ❤️)

AND this goes for ANY dog, ANY breed, ANY age!!!
There are so many ways to increase mental stimulation and every dog is different 🐶

My absolute go to are lick mats. Not only can you add whole food snacks options to the mat to better their gut microbiome, but your dog also has to SLOOOW down their brain for a bit 🧠 ✨ Lets be honest, we could all use a lick mat once in awhile.

So if you are still reading this ( thank you)! NOW go forth and start exercising your doggos brain!!

Oh and if you ever get stuck, DM me. Together we can find a great choice for you and your dog🐾😎

11/12/2024

VADA LLC is jumping into the new age and making Mush to Learn dog training online. You won't have to brave a long journey into the mountains to attend a class! This course includes both an online webinar and a hands-on in person group class.
This class will not only get you started in the world but will also take a deep dive into dog care, trail etiquette and dog training and conditioning.

Register by emailing [email protected].

10/23/2024

Very Amazing Dog Academy LLC now offers pet reflexology🐾🎉
What is reflexology, you may ask? It is therapeutic technique involving working the reflex points on the feet, hands and face ( paws or hooves and face for our four legged friends) This helps boost circulation and healing throughout the body. As mom always says " it is like a tune up for the body" ( yes I am following in her footsteps). In conjunction with veterinary care, reflexology offers a natural boost to maintaining over all wellbeing and helping the body to heal your pet and their conditions. Best of all there are NO negative side effects to this sort of treatment. We have been using essential oils raindrop and reflexolgy techniques on our animals for years. What we found were healthier and happy pets, with less stress both physically and mentally🐾🐶

We are just scratching the surface to the magic behind reflexology and pets! This service is open to all four legged friends from the canines, felines and equines. Heck I would even be open to a chicken or two 😂🐾

Big thank you for Lone Sorensen for all her guidence and mentoring during my certification process🙏🙏

10/15/2024

BEER AND DOG TRAINING! WHAT COULD BE BETTER? JOIN US FOR ANOTHER ROUND OF BASIC OBEDIENCE AT THE BREWERY!!