Polite Pups Dog Training

09/19/2025

I only have 4 openings left. If you want to teach your spicy and unruly dog how to be a polite pup contact me soon. These openings will fill up fast! $40 p/hr session for in home training in the Champaign/Urbana area. $30 p/hr session in my home in Urbana.
260-437-6553

09/18/2025

I had 1 client in Champaign this evening. Today I saw Nitro and Ellie. We took them for a short walk this evening after hanging out in the front yard for a little while. Nitro has severe anxiety and fear issues, so we hung out in the front yard to allow him time to gauge his environment. We aw several people, squirrels and even a couple of cats. They did great!! We also did some work with desensitizing them to the nail grinder. Of course, when you have multiple dogs you often have jealousy issues. We worked with them both on patiently waiting their turn for attention. I'm loving watching the progress these 2 are making. Their owner is putting so much work into them!

09/16/2025

Today I had 2 new client that came to my home (of course I was having too much fun to remember to take pictures lol). Bronx was first, he's a gorgeous 10 month old German Shepherd mix. He's a shelter rescue and has obviously had some training before. His owner has already started putting a lot of work into him before he started with me. Bronx still does a lot of puppy biting and throwing puppy temper tantrums. But he's such a sweet baby. I'm going to love working with him. Next was Bailey, a beautiful little 7 month old Border Collie. This girl has energy and drive. Her owner has already taught her most of her basic commands. Her big issues are leash work and wanting to chase cars. We couldn't start leash work today due to the heat. So, we did some owner education on how to stop other common problems such as running out the door. This girl is going to be so much fun!

09/15/2025

09/15/2025

Stone has to get medicated baths twice a week for his allergies. He has decided he doesn't want to anymore, and made it very clear. I just about died laughing the first time he did it last week. I was wondering if he would do it again, if it meant what I though it did. Yup, he's letting me know he doesn't want to. He still graciously allows me to bathe his highness. He just makes sure I know he's not happy about it. This is not something I taught him! This boy is too smart for my own good lol.

09/14/2025

Today I had 2 clients. First Milo and Goose came to my home. Wr did some owner education on how to establish boundaries with our dogs. We also discussed how dogs need limits and rules. Goose tends to whine to communicate a lot. So, we introduced the target command in preparation for using a button or bells to go outside. We also started working on Milo barking when he sees strangers. I also went to see Ollie in Champaign today. He is doing so much better! He calmed down much quicker and actually went and laid in his owner's lap after awhile instead of constantly trying to get my attention. Because of the heat we couldn't do any leash work. But we did discuss how to get him to leave people alone who don't want his attention. We also discussed when it's appropriate to start trying to leave him out of his crate when his owner isn't home. They have done amazing work this summer!

09/14/2025

09/13/2025

09/12/2025

Today I had 1 client in my home. I saw sweet little Nova. Nova is still a puppy at only 10 months old and is still figuring out our human world. She has quite a few things that make her nervous. Today we worked on building more of a relationship through play. We also started addressing some of her fears, such as having her collar touched. As we chip away at individual fears we'll end up creating an over all more confident dog. I can't wait to see her blossom!

09/12/2025

Today is Polite Pup's 1 year anniversary, kind of lol. Several years ago I had to close due to health issues and then covid. A year ago today I was able to start it back up. It's been a great year filled with amazing clients and amazing dogs. My business wouldn't be possible without them. There's been a lot of personal ups and downs. My clients have stuck by me through them all. Here's hoping there are many more anniversaries to come!

09/12/2025

I have clients sometimes contact me and have to reschedule because finances are tight that week or they have to pick up another shift. Please don't be embarrassed or feel bad about it! Life is hard for most people right now. Cost of living is up and wages haven't kept up with it. Those who have been to my house have seen that I don't live a fancy life either. If we need to change to a different training schedule we can. If we need to change our pay schedule, we can. If I've been working with you for awhile and you need to pay me for this week and next week and your next session, we can. I also offer a $10 discount for training in my home instead of yours. Let me know and we can work something out. I'm here to help, not to judge. The fact that your dog is more important than your weekly latte or Netflix subscription says a lot about you as an owner. I respect that and want to help. So, please, don't be afraid to say things are tight and ask to find a way to make it work!

09/12/2025

Cooler days will be coming soon (a couple weeks maybe?). There's a short window (October and November and maybe early December) when it's not too hot and not too cold. Perfect weather for leash work! I'm eager to get going on some dogs that have waited all summer for this! If you're looking to get some leash work done with your pup and need some help contact me and we can get you scheduled!