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🔅KPA-CTP and Fear Free
🔅Comprehensive, science-based, positive reinforcement and force free dog training
🔅Client coaching or day training
🔅Specializing in leash reactivity
✅ Currently accepting new clients for a wide range of behaviors
📍ATL

15/04/2025

This can easily be an overlooked part of training process. It might seem counterintuitive to wait before working with the dog in the environment where they’re struggling. But in order to set the dog up for success so that we see more of the behavior we do want, we first have to take a step back and think ahead to the skills that will be needed to navigate that challenging environment. This is training for the moment instead of in the moment.

19/02/2024

I love helping dogs who exhibit leash reactivity.

Two of my own rescues have been great teachers in this, including Comet here.

A lot of reactivity therapy involves increasing engagement - i.e. our dog looking at us, checking in, taking treats from us - while on leash. We begin teaching engagement in low-distraction settings like inside the house, then slowly build up difficulty like backyard, front porch, quiet neighborhood block or park, and eventually more challenging outdoor settings.

The very first step is to pay attention to your dog. Teach a marker word or clicker, and mark and reward when they look at you. Repetition is key.

Once into more challenging settings, keep in mind that though it may seem like a relatively simple thing for our dog to look at us, the choice to look away from something stressful or exciting is not actually very easy. Increasing value of treats as the settings get harder is important.

Comet has learned engagement including checking in with me around other dogs. Her reactivity still requires some management in certain situations like making sure she has enough distance and utilizing pattern games. The skill of learning to look at me even while around distractions is foundational to all the progress she’s made.

18/11/2023

⚠️ Safety tip for dog walks ⚠️

The number of off leash dogs in parks, neighborhoods, and trails seems to be off the charts. Having an off leash dog rush up to you, especially when your dog is not “dog friendly”, can be a really scary experience and leave pet parents feeling powerless. I have certainly been there, feeling helpless hoping that the dogs don’t start fighting, and was not a fan.

I started carrying this PetSafe SprayShield “just in case” on walks and have had to use it countless times. Fortunately, unlike pepper spray, if used correctly it will not harm you, your dog, or the other dog.

The scent of the citronella spray acts as a deterrent, and it should be aimed at the dog’s nose. In my experience spraying it while the other dog is still a few feet away works well as the spray and sound will keep the other dog at a distance or scare them off. It makes a bit of a hissing sound which can be aversive to more sensitive dogs, but I’d rather prevent something worse from happening.

I hope this helps people feel more secure on walks - I know it does for me - and keeps more dogs safe!

18/09/2023

Bailey day 11!

It’s official — Bailey’s going home!!!!

He has another week with me and then will be heading to live a wonderful life in CA 😎

His adopters don’t mind him getting on the furniture so we aren’t worrying about keeping him off anymore. In other news, he’s now stepping down into the mud room to go out back with out the bed there to help him 👏

15/09/2023

A photo timeline of Bailey’s time with me so far.

When I offered to foster him I knew it would be a good chance for him to decompress and build some confidence and for me to learn more about him before going to his forever home.

What I’ve learned/confirmed Bailey needs from an adopter:
1) A willingness for Bailey to have an indoor potty spot in the beginning. For me, it took 3-4 days for him to only eliminate outside. Until then I had potty pads set up. He really doesn’t want to go potty inside and tries not to, he just doesn’t have another option until he’s comfortable going to the backyard. When he does go potty inside, he needs a calm and quiet response that means to just clean up the mess and otherwise make nothing of it.
2) He’s content to sleep a lot during the day and entertains himself with toys well. He also can get some spurts of energy including being a little jumpy/mouthy at times and will need someone to handle this in the right way. That means removing attention slowly and quietly, and redirecting him to do something else, like offering a toy or seeing if he needs to go potty. (This behavior tends to be a sign that he needs to go potty.)
3) Will absolutely need to work with a force-free, positive reinforcement trainer. Consulting a veterinary behaviorist would also be a good idea. This is a commitment of time, money, and effort. And patience!
4) To understand the importance of meeting Bailey where he is and helping him feel safe. This means going at Bailey’s pace and not putting him in situations where he’s uncomfortable.

Bailey is so lovable. He’s sweet, cuddly, playful, adorable, and smart. He’ll be a lovely companion for the right fit.

There has been some interest but nothing is finalized yet. Please contact me through DM or email [email protected] if interested in talking more about Bailey!

15/09/2023

Bailey day 8!

Today included fun play sessions and a vet visit. He’s now up to date on all vaccines and got a microchip. He was a bit fearful at the vet but actually did pretty well - ate treats throughout the visit, and the vet team was thoughtful in their approach. 💛

I plan to post a more complete update tomorrow about what I’ve seen of his behavior so far and what a potential adopter can expect. 🐾

12/09/2023

Bailey day 5!

Bailey had THREE outdoor potties today! He also stayed out longer afterwards and did some sniffing as well as running around. He’s so bouncy!

We started to work on him laying in a cozy spot next to the couch vs jumping up, in case the future adopter doesn’t want him on the furniture.

More puppy behaviors are coming out as he gets more comfortable; just working on gently redirecting, and rewarding desired behaviors. 🐾

11/09/2023

Bailey day 4!

Went potty outside again this morning. Spent more time today watching the backyard from the dog bed in the mud room. He’s now more often & more easily stepping down from the kitchen onto the bed.

Nothing else huge to report but some other updates: He loves to hold and carry toys in his mouth. He’s cuddly and did well again today being left home alone in his puppy pen. He’s getting a little more mouthy and jumpy at times. He’s improving at picking up tossed treats from the ground.

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