Kayla's K9 Care & Consulting

24/09/2025

25/07/2025

🚨 Foster Spotlight: Crawford! 🚨

Meet Crawford — my 2-year-old foster pup who has completely stolen my heart. I think he’s a Plott Hound (and he sure acts like one!), but whatever his mix is, he’s one of the most lovable, well-rounded dogs I’ve ever fostered.

This big, goofy love bug doesn’t quite understand how large he is — he just wants to crawl into your lap and be your best friend. He's playful, intelligent, incredibly cuddly, and he’s more than ready to find his forever home. 🐾

Crawford is:
✅ Crate trained
✅ E-collar trained
✅ Dog-friendly
✅ People-loving
✅ A great car rider (seriously — load him up, and he’s ready for adventure!)
✅ Outdoorsy — he lives for hikes and trail walks
✅ A total obedience rockstar

He knows: sit, stay, down, come, heel, leave it, place (holds a down/stay on a dog bed), and patiently waits at thresholds, for food, and before leaving his crate.

Crawford is the kind of dog you can take on a 2-mile hike, then bring home for a couch cuddle session. He stays by your side on trails and is always ready to connect — he wants a person, and he’s more than ready to find them.

If you think that might be you — or know someone who’s looking for a loyal, fun, smart companion — let me know or share this post! Let’s get this sweet boy home. 💛🐶

24/07/2025

I got to see little Petunia yesterday, one of the parvo puppies from a few weeks ago. Sadly, her sibling didn’t make it, but this little girl pulled through and is absolutely thriving.

She’s bright-eyed, full of energy, super intelligent, playful, social, and such a cuddly little thing. We were working on curbing her grass-snacking habit, building structure and communication with her foster family, and helping with puppy nipping.

It’s a foster-to-adopt situation, and the family was *so* nice. It was really cool to see how invested they are in starting her off on the right paw. It always makes me happy to see people doing the work early to help set their puppy up for success.

This girl has come a long way in such a short time. 💛🐶

17/07/2025

If you love dogs, like we do you may want to consider this opportunity:

FIDO’s Companion Rescue is Expanding Our Board – Join Us in Making a Lasting Impact! 🐾

Are you a leader in the nonprofit, fundraising, or animal welfare space looking to make a meaningful difference? FIDO’s Companion, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and 100% foster-based dog rescue in Northeast Ohio, is seeking new board members to help us grow and thrive.

We are particularly interested in individuals with experience in:
✔️ Grant writing
✔️ Fundraising & donor development
✔️ Nonprofit governance
✔️ Community outreach
✔️ Animal welfare advocacy

This is a working board for those who want to roll up their sleeves and actively contribute to saving lives. Our mission is focused on helping dogs who are often overlooked by other rescues—and your leadership can help us do even more.

If you’re passionate about rescue work and want to use your skills to create lasting change, we would love to connect.

📧 Email us at [email protected] or send me a message directly to learn more.

Let’s make a difference together.

13/09/2023

I took Hinata to the park today to practice some counter conditioning during the more calm evening hours. 🌜🌳Helping her progress at her own pace and building positive associations.

We were focusing on Hinata's training, but Marley was happy to help. 🤍 Having a dog like Marley, who's already comfortable with environmental stimulation, is a game-changer.

Marley loves to be a part of the action, even if he's not the one in training. 🐶 Marley's presence provides a sense of security and confidence for Hinata, making it easier for her to focus on her training goals. Teamwork makes the dream work! 😛

Do you have a reactive pup? What are your experiences?🐾✨️