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Welcome to Ridgeside K9 Tampa. The greater Tampa areas premier modern dog training company.

13/08/2025

The side of small business nobody talks about.

To really want to start your own business, you’ve gotta be wired a little differently. Statistically, most people fail - and the ones who make it? They survive by eating stress for breakfast.

You get knocked down 52 times, but you drag yourself up for the 53rd.
Cancellations, ad problems, website crashes, scheduling screw-ups, employee drama, clients doubting your value, people questioning your methods, meanwhile 20 different fires are burning and all of them need you right now.

Work life balance? 😂 That’s a fairy tale.

I don’t know exactly what’s wrong with people like us, but I know we’re not built for the safe route. This isn’t a choice, it’s who we are.

Running a small business is like sprinting barefoot across lava while dodging boulders, just to grab a pair of shoes. The ones who make it aren’t the smartest, they’re the ones who refuse to stop moving, no matter how bad it burns.

And the truth? The ones who get it, get it.
The rest never will.

12/08/2025

There are thousands of dog training companies out there.
So what makes Ridgeside K9 different?

For starters — it’s not just a company. It’s a brand with meaning.
We’re not some fly-by-night trainers here today, gone tomorrow. The Ridgeside name means something, and to be part of it, you’ve got to earn it.

You can’t just buy a franchise and slap your name on the wall. Every person here was selected and put in place for a reason. We share the same values, the same mindset, and we hold each other to a high standard of accountability.

We’re not a bunch of kids who just wanted to play with dogs.
We’ve got serious life experience.
Yeah, we might be foul-mouthed, tattoo’d, and rough around the edges — but if you ever find yourself in a tough situation and you call anyone on this team, you’ll be alright.

When I joined Ridgeside 6+ years ago, I was coming from another company — and I was about to leave dog training entirely. I didn’t agree with what I saw in the industry.
I had followed and idolized Aaron on YouTube but never thought I’d get the chance to join the team. One thing led to another, he hired me — and it changed my life.

Back then, there were only 5 trainers. Now, we’ve grown into something incredible. The obstacles we’ve overcome would have broken most people — but that’s the point. Character is what makes Ridgeside, Ridgeside.

Proud to be apart of something much larger than just me.
Respect all. Fear none.

12/08/2025

🛑 Stop Blaming the Dog. Start Leading. 🐕‍🦺

We love to point the finger at the dog when things go wrong. 👆🏻
Pulling on the leash? ❌
Jumping on guests? 🙅🏼‍♂️
Chewing the couch? ❌

But here’s the truth most people don’t want to hear: your dog’s behavior is a reflection of the guidance you give them.🪞

Dogs are predatory animals with the intelligence of a 3-year-old toddler. And just like a toddler, they need structure, boundaries, and supervision.
If you left a toddler unsupervised and they got hurt, who would be at fault?
The parent, ALWAYS‼️

It’s no different with dogs.
They don’t “just grow out of it”
They learn from what you teach, what you allow, and what you ignore.

The right dog trainer will have uncomfortable conversations with you, hold you accountable, and—most importantly—help you shift your subconscious behaviors.
A good trainer tells you what you need to hear, not what you want to hear. It may feel like a jab in the moment, but it’s always with your best interest in mind for the long run.

Shift your thinking from “Why is this happening to me?” to “What can I do to fix this?”
Because when you take ownership, you take control — and that’s when the transformation happens.

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🐕 Need Dog Training? 🐾
🌴 Ridgeside K9 Tampa 🌴
📲 Call/Text: +1 (813) 993-0367 📲
💻 RidgesideK9tampa.com 💻
📍 Serving dog owners across Tampa Bay, Wesley Chapel, Lutz, Odessa, Land O’ Lakes, Spring Hill, Brooksville, New Port Richey, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Bradenton, Plant City, Riverview, Apollo Beach, Ruskin, Parrish, Ellenton, Bradenton, Sarasota, Siesta Key, Longboat Key, Venice, and surrounding areas — anywhere within 90 minutes of Tampa

12/08/2025

🔥🐾 The #1 Thing Nobody Talks About in Dog Training 🐾🔥
👇 And it’s the MOST important part 👇

Very few people talk about how important the relationship is in dog training — yet it’s the single most important part. ❤️🐕

Some of the worst-behaved dogs I’ve ever seen aren’t from abusive homes. It’s actually the opposite. They come from owners who love 🫶 and spoil them so much that structure, boundaries, and discipline disappear… and the concept of “no” is almost unheard of. 🚫🐶

Bad behaviors usually start small — jumping, barking for attention, pulling on leash — and get overlooked. Over time, the dog learns that boundaries don’t exist… and once they believe they’re in charge, the problems escalate. 📈

Some dogs can live without clear boundaries and never spiral out of control. But others? Their owners end up paying the price for letting things slide. 💸

The truth is, a healthy relationship with your dog is built on you being the leader. 🐾 Structure, discipline, guidance, and clear communication must come from us if we want a dog that’s balanced, confident, and respectful.

When your dog trusts your leadership, they relax. They stop fighting for control. They look to you for direction — and that’s when training becomes effortless and life together becomes better for both of you. 💯

🐕 Need Dog Training? 🐾
🏝️ Ridgeside K9 Tampa 🏝️
📲 Call/Text: +1 (813) 993-0367
📍 Serving dog owners across Tampa Bay, Wesley Chapel, Lutz, Odessa, Land O’ Lakes, Spring Hill, Brooksville, New Port Richey, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Brandon, Plant City, Riverview, Apollo Beach, Ruskin, Parrish, Ellenton, Bradenton, Sarasota, Siesta Key, Longboat Key, Venice, and surrounding areas — anywhere within 90 minutes of Tampa

11/08/2025

& Dutch went downtown today for some public proofing before he heads home tomorrow.

Dutch is basically a 1.5-year-old giant puppy. His family had a newborn the day before we picked him up, so they needed him under control and squared away before things got hectic.

One of the biggest mistakes people make is waiting for problems to pop up before getting their dog trained. By the time you delay it and the bad habits are set in, it’s more stressful for you and harder to fix for the dog.

Be proactive — show them the right way from the start. The sooner you get them in, the better life will be in the long run.

📲 Ridgeside K9 Tampa
🏆 Board & Train | Puppy Training | Obedience | Behavior Rehab
📍 Serving Tampa & surrounding areas
📞 Call/Text: (813) 993-0367
🌐 www.ridgesidek9tampa.com

16/06/2025

🐕 Florida Dog Owners — Read This 🐾
🏎️ Ridgeside K9 Tampa 🏎️
📍 Serving Tampa & Surrounding Areas: St. Petersburg, Riverview, Brandon, Lakeland, Wesley Chapel, Spring Hill, Clearwater, Apollo Beach, Sarasota & Beyond!

Cane toads are highly toxic and can kill a dog in minutes. They’re most active during the summer months, especially after rain, and tend to hang out near food bowls, water dishes, lights, and shaded patios.

I’ve personally killed 3 cane toads on my own property just this week — this isn’t some rare risk. It’s something every Florida dog owner needs to be aware of.

Swipe through to learn:
🐸 How to identify them
💀 What symptoms to look for
🚨 What to do in an emergency
✅ How to prevent exposure

📲 Call/Text: +1 (813) 993-0367
Real-world training. Real-world protection.

12/06/2025

2 days after graduating from his All-Inclusive training, Sunny got to enjoy some off leash freedom at Ft. Desoto beach.
Nothing better than a good owner update

🐕 Need Dog Training? 🐾
🏎️ Ridgeside K9 Tampa 🏎️
📍 Serving Tampa & Surrounding Areas: St. Petersburg, Riverview, Brandon, Lakeland, Wesley Chapel, Spring Hill, Clearwater, Apollo Beach, Sarasota & Beyond!

📲 Call/Text: +1 (813) 993-0367

From house pets to puppies—we train them all! Let the Ridgeside Team bring out the best in your dog. Contact us today!

14/07/2024

🐕Does your dog need training❔🐾
💥 We train dogs❕🔥
🗣️Call/Text 📱 +1 (813)993-0367 📱
🌴🏖️Serving all Tampa, Sarasota, Lakeland, Riverview, Spring Hill & anything in between! 🏖️ 🌴
🖥 www.RidgesideK9Tampa.com 🖥
📽 www.YouTube.com/RidgesideK9llc 📽
💻 [email protected] 💻
🐕 All Breeds / All Issues 🐶
🏘 Multiple Locations/Trainers 🏘
🗺️ 🏃We come to you 🏃

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