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🦮 Confidence Building: More Than Just Obedience!Your dog might have impeccable basic manners, but if they lack confidenc...
02/20/2025

🦮 Confidence Building: More Than Just Obedience!

Your dog might have impeccable basic manners, but if they lack confidence, they may still struggle in new environments, around unfamiliar people, or with different stimuli. That’s where desensitization and socialization come in!

✅ Desensitization helps dogs become neutral to everyday sights, sounds, and situations that might otherwise cause fear or hesitation.
✅ Socialization (done correctly!) introduces dogs to a variety of people, animals, and places in a way that builds trust and security.

A confident dog isn’t just well-mannered—they’re comfortable in their surroundings, able to adapt, and less likely to react out of fear. Give your dog the full package: manners + confidence = success!

11 weeks vs. 11 months Tucker 🩵At just 11 months old, Tucker, a 150-pound Mountain Bernese, is already a gentle giant in...
11/25/2024

11 weeks vs. 11 months
Tucker 🩵

At just 11 months old, Tucker, a 150-pound Mountain Bernese, is already a gentle giant in the making. With a dog of his size and strength, proper training isn’t just important—it’s essential. Early socialization and desensitization ensure that he remains calm, confident, and well-behaved in any environment. Without the right guidance, a dog of this mass could pose risks, even unintentionally. By focusing on his training now, Tucker is on the path to becoming a balanced and trustworthy companion for life! 🐾✨

Tucker 🩵Working on reactivity to other dogs on the leash, just desensitization, socialization and proper boundaries is n...
11/19/2024

Tucker 🩵

Working on reactivity to other dogs on the leash, just desensitization, socialization and proper boundaries is needed.

Ms. Winnie Confidence building begins with engagement and eye contact by teaching “focus” and rewarding the behavior.
10/16/2024

Ms. Winnie

Confidence building begins with engagement and eye contact by teaching “focus” and rewarding the behavior.

Birthday Planning is Hard Work. Chubbs turns 5 next week. 🎂🩵
10/11/2024

Birthday Planning is Hard Work.

Chubbs turns 5 next week. 🎂🩵

"Don’t let this mug fool you—he’s got some serious toy and food resource guarding issues. After 4 years of getting away ...
09/28/2024

"Don’t let this mug fool you—he’s got some serious toy and food resource guarding issues. After 4 years of getting away with what he wants and not having proper boundaries, he’s developed reactivity that has turned into aggression.

Early prevention and consistent boundaries are crucial to avoid reaching this point, but even if you’re already there, there is a path forward. While resource guarding might never fully go away, lifelong management and proper training can help make everyday life smoother and safer for both dogs and their humans.

Remember, it's never too late to set boundaries and start working toward a better future together!"

We aspire to be like Noah, welcome Francisco (green/yellow) and Francine (pastel) to Whistling Walker family. 
09/27/2024

We aspire to be like Noah, welcome Francisco (green/yellow) and Francine (pastel) to Whistling Walker family. 

If you find yourself overwhelmed by your dog’s behavior but can’t imagine giving up on them, reach out to us. We believe...
09/21/2024

If you find yourself overwhelmed by your dog’s behavior but can’t imagine giving up on them, reach out to us. We believe every dog can transform with the right guidance, and we are here to help you and your dog on that journey. Imagine coming home to a calm, well-balanced companion, and experiencing walks filled with joy and peace. This transformation is possible, and together, we can make it a reality.

The Whistling Walker Behavioral Programs:

• Puppy Socialization and Desensitization Classes – Ensuring puppies grow into well-adjusted dogs ready to face the world.
• Behavioral Rehabilitation for Reactive Dogs – Helping reactive dogs manage their triggers and find calm.
• Training for Dogs with Aggression Issues – Addressing aggression with a balanced, structured approach.
• In-Home Training and Hybrid Programs – Combining in-home therapy with boarding behavioral therapy for a well-rounded solution.
• Socialization and Desensitization for Dogs with Trauma – Helping dogs overcome past trauma and regain confidence.
• Owner Education and Management Programs – Empowering owners to be part of their dog’s transformation, with programs tailored to each client’s lifestyle.

Our holistic, balanced approach ensures that not only is your dog’s behavior addressed, but you as the owner are fully supported and empowered to continue the progress at home. We are here to restore peace in your home, to bring hope to even the most challenging situations, and to transform the lives of both you and your dog.

Friends & Family**Client Dog*** This is Gunther, he is a 8 month old German Shepherd.His mother is older and has suffere...
09/20/2024

Friends & Family

**Client Dog***

This is Gunther, he is a 8 month old German Shepherd.

His mother is older and has suffered a stroke and some other medical issues. He is looking for a forever home due to her declining health.

Gunther
- 80% Fully Trained
- Crate Trained
- Potty Trained
- Will be going through some advanced training in the next 2-3 weeks.

He will be up for adoption this coming month after his last round of training.

If you are interested please let me know, I am also networking him with rescues.

Meet the Whistling Walker gang...🐾Here is the gorgeous Pepper 🖤 We have been working with pepper on his overall basic ob...
09/18/2024

Meet the Whistling Walker gang...🐾

Here is the gorgeous Pepper 🖤 We have been working with pepper on his overall basic obedience skills, we have seen big improvements in his behavior!

Want to give your pup a structured, fun, and fitness-focused day?

Join us at The Whistling Walker and let’s get your furry friend on the path to great behavior and fitness!

Place Duration & DistanceKey Aspects:Time and Patience
09/18/2024

Place

Duration & Distance

Key Aspects:
Time and Patience

Meet the Whistling Walker gang...🐾Here is teddy🧸 He is a 4 month old Goldendoodle, we have been working with Teddy on ba...
09/17/2024

Meet the Whistling Walker gang...🐾

Here is teddy🧸 He is a 4 month old Goldendoodle, we have been working with Teddy on basic obedience skills and he has been doing amazing!

Want to give your pup a structured, fun, and fitness-focused day? Join us at The Whistling Walker and let’s get your furry friend on the path to great behavior and fitness!🐾

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