Goodbye my Heart Dog
Originally posted: July 2016Updated: July 2019 I had a good cry last week and many tears as the week went on when I was reminded that he was gone. Those who have experienced this … Read More
Mind and Body: The Two Pillars of Total Dog Fitness
When we talk about “dog fitness,” we’re not just referring to the physical aspects – how well your dog friend can fetch a ball or how long they can enjoy their walks. While these physical aspects are undeniably important, fitness … Read More
Fleas and Ticks: Prevention, Detection, and Treatment
As dog owners, we know that our furry companions love to explore. Whether it’s running through tall grass, playing in the park, or just enjoying a leisurely walk, these outdoor adventures are part of what makes life enjoyable for them. … Read More
Winter Blues? Try an Agility Course!
Check out this great story about Brian Einarson. Brian built a winter playground in his backyard for his dogs to get supervised exercise! Brian’s elaborate snow tunnels emulate the great learning conditions that are provided by agility courses. Agility programs … Read More
Dog training for life
Last week we wrote about our Social Obedience dog training class. It is a class that is ongoing so that clients can consistently learn and practice with their dog for life. This week is Training for Life for the Trainer. … Read More
Social Obedience Dog Training: What the heck do you do in that class?
Socialization: ‘The process of learning to behave in a way that is acceptable to society’. We all wish to have ‘a calm, respectful and happy dog’ however having your dog exposed to different situations is often difficult to recreate with … Read More
Fun Facts about Dogs
There are many fun facts about dogs that we sometimes wonder about. Each individual dog will have their own mannerisms. Some will be based on genetics, others on the environment they they have been brought up in or grew into. For … Read More
Kids and Dogs: Building a Safe, Loving, and Respectful Relationship
In many households, the sight of a child laughing as they play with their canine companion is a common one. The bond shared between kids and dogs is one of unparalleled purity. Their interactions encapsulate innocence, trust, and a unique … Read More
Oreo at Training
Oreo was a star at The Dog Stop today. Going through all the training challenges, it was great to see the results of all the hard work. Good job! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ At The Dog Stop we are dedicated to ensuring that … Read More
Upcoming Dog Training Classes
Our upcoming Dog Training Classes for the Fall begin soon. Basic Obedience, Social Obedience, Fun Agility and Advance Agility Classes…each developed and designed for different stages and ages: Contact us via this link to get started: The Dog Stop Training. … Read More