Client Spotlight

Client’s Name: Adam Dog’s Name: “Lila” City: Austin Breed: Border Terrier Likes:Chew toys, tug of war, chase games, adults, licking Pet-Peeves:Other dogs, grooming, children and young adults Favorite Toy:Stuffed animals Favorite Treat: Beneful Baked Delights Favorite Walk: Wells Branch Pond Best Trick: Roll Over, Walk on hind legs Arrival Story: We needed a hypoallergenic dog…

Client’s Name: Janet Dog’s Name: “Sophie” City: Austin Breed: Goldendoodle Likes:Dig in the yard, play frisbee and ball. Walk with my husband on the golf course. Pet-Peeves:She doesn’t like to stay in Place or Come when called. Favorite Toy:Frisbee, ball, squeaky toys, eating antlers and bones. Favorite Treat: Anything Favorite Walk: Golf course and sand…

Ever had someone invade your personal space? Most of us have had that experience at some point, and if you’re not ready for it, it can be a pretty unsettling experience. Well, dogs have the same need for a degree of personal space at times

Dogs are PRESENT MINDED. They don’t need the pity that comes with the ‘rescue dog syndrome’ mindset. They need the stability and structure that we will provide for them to be able to move forward and forget the past that has brought them to their current situation. We can help their future be better by moving forward and never looking back.

Many people like to consider the dog they own to be a “guard dog”. One that will not only scare away “bad guys”, but will bite when the owner feels threatened…

So you’re walking down the street and suddenly some strange person comes running up to you and gives you a big hug. What would you do? How does your dog feel when this happens to him?

I have had dogs as family members since I was born, so I learned from an early age how dogs live, love and behave. That was the platform which launched my love for dogs and training. Having had the pleasure of living with everything from a Mastiff, to a Border Collie, to a Pit Bull…

I use remote training collars. There, I said it. I have now officially outed myself…I also use clickers and other assorted training markers, treats, toys, leashes, head collars, and prong collars. Why? Read on and see!

Client’s Name: Lauren Dog’s Name: “Millie” City: Austin Breed: Lab/Spaniel mix Likes:Swimming, playing at Auditorium Shores, playing fetch with a frisbee and snuggling on my mom’s bed. Pet-Peeves:Taking a bath 🙁 Favorite Toy:Her collection of rubber chickens in Santa & Mrs. Clause outfits. Playing fetch and squeaking the chickens are a daily occurrence. Favorite Treat:CET…

Dogs don’t have to be athletic or “purebred” to be a star in doggie sports. There are plenty of canine sports that do exercise the body, but there are also several that primarily exercise the mind! Some sports are strictly for purebred dogs, but there are many that now allow mixed-breed dogs. If you have a canine pal that is longing for an extracurricular activity, check out these activities to pursue with your pup.