Lead By Love Dog Care

06/02/2025

This is me and me parents back in the day. Could someone please clean up the scratches and give it a better lighter background. If you want to get fancy and colorize it that will be great too. Thanks in advance.

04/30/2025

01/20/2025

LEAD BY LOVE!
Balancing Affection and Leadership in Dog Training

When it comes to building a strong and healthy relationship with your dog, finding the balance between affection and leadership is key. Dogs thrive on love and connection, but they also need guidance and structure to feel secure and confident.

Why Affection Matters
Affection reinforces the bond between you and your dog. It builds trust and helps your dog feel safe and loved. Whether it’s a cuddle on the couch, a playful game of fetch, or verbal praise, showing affection is a way to reward your dog’s good behavior and strengthen your connection.

Why Leadership is Crucial
Leadership establishes boundaries and sets expectations. Dogs are natural followers, and they rely on us to provide clear guidance. Without it, they can become confused, anxious, or even misbehave. Leadership doesn’t mean being harsh or dominant—it means being consistent, fair, and confident in your training approach.

The Balance
Too much affection without leadership can lead to a spoiled, unruly dog, while too much focus on leadership without affection can create a stressed or fearful dog. The goal is to blend both:
• Set boundaries and enforce rules consistently, but always with patience and kindness.
• Use affection as a reward for good behavior, not as a way to excuse bad behavior.
• Be a calm and confident leader, so your dog knows they can trust you to make decisions.

Remember, your dog looks to you for both love and guidance. By balancing affection and leadership, you’ll raise a well-adjusted, happy dog who respects you and feels secure in their place in your family. If you are in need of some balanced dog training please give us a call!
leadbylovedogcare.com
615-955-2600

Have questions about finding the right balance? Drop them in the comments! 🐾

12/12/2024

🐾 From Reactivity to Relaxation! 🐾

Meet Sophie,the Belgian Malinois who once barked at every sound and lunged at every shadow. With patience, love, and consistent training, Sophie has learned to stay calm in situations that used to overwhelm her. ❤️

✨ The secret? Understanding her triggers, staying consistent, and celebrating every small win along the way.

No matter where you’re starting, transformation is possible for every dog. It’s not about perfection—it’s about progress.

🎯 Need help calming your reactive pup? We’re here to guide you every step of the way. Drop a 🐕 in the comments and let’s get started!

07/20/2024

Nikki and Kodak enjoying their new bed

04/08/2024

02/23/2024

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05/08/2023

We are so proud of Addie the Doberman who graduated today! What a good girl she is!

04/29/2023

We had a great pack walk this morning!
Looking forward to many more this year!

02/26/2023

Recent graduates Roscoe and Bean!