Heel 2 Heal Dog Training and Puppy Training

08/27/2025

Do you think he’s comfortable? Maybe he needs more cushions? 😆

08/27/2025

I have decided I made a mistake, I no longer want the emotional support dog position that I accepted without full knowledge of the job description. I’m out! 🐕

Good afternoon Bahama Drama. Hey I found this dog on my way home whoever it is, come get him ASAP.

Bro rubs me the wrong way.

PLEASE DO US A QUICK FAVOR

CLICK ON THE FOLLOW BUTTON SO YOU NEVER MISS A POST 📯 BIG THANKS! 😁

08/23/2025

08/20/2025

We all agree on the importance of preventing unwanted litters, but it may be time to rethink how it’s done. Hysterectomies and vasectomies can be performed safely as early as 8 weeks, providing sterilization without disrupting a dog’s natural hormones.

“Removal of the go**ds with surgical sterilization results in a loss of negative feedback to the hypothalamus and anterior pituitary. The sustained supraphysiologic luteinizing hormone (LH) concentrations in g***dectomized dogs can significantly alter organ function and even induce neoplastic changes. For example, g***d removal has a profound effect on thyroid function and is reported to be the most significant cause for the development of hypothyroidism in dogs. Thirty percent more g***dectomized dogs develop hypothyroidism compared with intact dogs. Within the canine thyroid, LH receptors are co-localized with thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) receptors.

Continuous LH receptor activation in g***dectomized dogs may interfere TSH receptor function by consuming second messengers involved in G-protein receptor cell signaling, preventing the action of TSH when it binds to its receptor in the thyroid, resulting in hypothyroidism. The incidence of anterior cruciate ligament ruptures is significantly increased following g***d removal independent of breed, s*x, weight or body condition. Luteinizing hormone receptors are expressed in the cruciate ligament and continuous LH receptor activation may increase laxity in these ligaments, resulting in joint instability. Both male and female g***dectomized dogs are at a significantly increased risk for lymphoma and hemangiosarcoma. Luteinizing hormone receptors are also abundant in these tissues. Research in four canine hemangiosarcoma cell lines found that LH receptor activation induces cell proliferation. In addition, research in three canine T-cell lymphoma cell lines found that LH receptor activation induces cell proliferation, adhesion, and invasion as well as increases LH receptor expression. Research is needed to determine if LH reducing strategies using g***dotropin releasing hormone agonists will increase remission times in g***dectomized dogs with LH receptor-positive tumors. In conclusion, among the non-reproductive functions of go**ds, suppression of LH secretion and resulting LH receptor overexpression appear necessary in maintaining endocrine, musculoskeletal, and anti-neoplastic health.”

08/12/2025

🌀 It’s never too soon to update your hurricane prep plans 🌀

🐶 Check out my Hurricane Preparedness Guide for Dogs to ensure you are ready! Even if you have cats or other small animals this guide will make sure you have all the information you need to keep your pets safe!

As Hurricane Season arrives, the Tropics are becoming active. New residents in South Florida might experience their first hurricane this year. At Heel 2 Heal Dog Training, we aim to provide important information to help ...

08/10/2025

A stroke in your dog or cat can happen suddenly..and silently 😢

Would you recognize a stroke and would you know what to do? Last week, Homer had a stroke. 😱 It was sudden, scary, and heartbreaking—and it made something painfully clear: veterinary medicine doesn’t have standard-of-care protocols for strokes in companion animals.

That’s why today we’re diving into what we’ve learned, what works, and how to respond if your dog or cat ever shows signs of stroke.

Join us today at 12pm ET as we discuss:
🧠 How to recognize stroke symptoms in dogs and cats—and how to tell them apart from lookalike conditions like seizures
🧠 The most common risk factors, including high blood pressure, heart disease, and diabetes
🧠 Our acute stroke response plan: the latest supplement and peptide protocols to support recovery and protect the brain

Plus: Inside Scoop members can download our Stroke Guide with all post-stroke protocols, neuroprotective tools, and recommended compounding pharmacies.

👉 Comment SCOOPERS and we'll message you a link to join the Inside Scoop, a Planet Paws community where you can watch the full episode, plus over 5 years of previous content, submit your questions, and get access to ebooks and guides.

01/09/2025

Thanks Paws in Paradise for my first puppy groom! I’m so pretty now! 🐶