Sage Mode K9's

10/09/2024

🌲🐾 Nothing like a beautiful day out in nature with our furry friends! Meet Sophie, a true adventurer who loves exploring trails and taking in breathtaking views. 🏞️

09/05/2024

Big thanks to Chris H. for sharing her experience with us! 🌟🐾

Jenni and Stewie are such incredible pups, and it was a joy to make sure they have a great time while you were away.

It's clients like you who make our work so rewarding.

Here's to many more fun stays with Jenni and Stewie!

09/03/2024

Is your dog really safe off-leash? Without 100% recall, the answer might shock you.

Lately I have encountered quite a bit of off-leash dogs that didn't have great recall while walking my on-leash reactive pups.

Some of them were extremely close calls where the owner usually laughs it off saying how "my dog is friendly."

That's no excuse.

I have taken every precaution with my dogs and it doesn't matter if your dog is friendly or a small dog and my dog is the one reacting.

There are lots of other reasons besides reactive dogs that are on-leash that you probably aren't aware of.

Learn more about why perfect recall is critical for every off-leash adventure.

Check out my latest blog post on why is so important for your dog to have 100% recall and what could happen if you just shrug it off.

Click the link in my bio to read it now.

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06/30/2024

05/07/2024

Wouldn’t this be something!

And what a world it would be! 👌🏽👏🏽

05/02/2024

Where should I walk my reactive dog?

Frustrated with your dog getting triggered on your neighbourhood walks?

Not sure where to walk your reactive dog to avoid triggers and create a positive walking routine?

Not sure which trails to pick for your reactive dog?

When walking a reactive dog, it's essential to select trails that offer ample space to maintain distance from other dogs, providing your furry friend with a sense of security and calmness.

You want to be able to safely distance yourself from oncoming people and dogs to not only allow others to walk by, but to provide the right amount of distance for your reactive pup so they remain calm. Opt for open trails that allow your dog to move freely without feeling overwhelmed.

Avoid narrow, confined spaces and areas with limited visibility around corners, such as winding trails, to ensure a stress-free walking experience for both you and your furry companion.

Trails that don’t allow you to give you and your reactive pup a good amount of distance could result in you having to turn back with you pup looking back constantly at the other dog or person, fixating on them.

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05/01/2024

Meet Duke!

Duke has recently join me for some solo walks to ensure he gets the exercise and fresh air that he loves dearly.

Duke is a senior boy who loves all the peoples, but if reactive to other dogs.

WARNING: He will try to kiss your face off if you let him get too close!

Duke is always super excited for out morning trolls, looking forward to his rewards along the way. Smelling EVERYTHING in sight!

Show some love by liking this post and sharing your favorite dog-walking memory in the comments.

04/27/2024

🐾👐 Game #5: Handling All Over! 👐🐾

Hey pup parents! 🌟 Is your furry friend a bit touchy about being handled? It's time to turn handling into a happy game with our fifth and final game: Handling All Over! 🐕

🔍 Game Plan:

1️⃣ Get Those Treats Ready: Have tasty treats handy within arms reach and get ready to work those paws! Gently and briefly touch those paws, mark "yes", let go and immediately give your puppy a treat. Repeat! 🍖

2️⃣ Touch and Treat: Briefly touch each body part such as ears, tail, neck, teeth and reward with a treat immediately after. 🎉

3️⃣ Gradually Increase Duration: Slowly increase the time you spend handling your pup, such as really examining the paw or looking carefully in their ears. Always rewarding good behavior! ⏳

💡 Tip: Watch for signs of discomfort like mouthing, turn head to see what you are doing, or rapid licking. If your pup seems uneasy, take it slow and make each touch brief and rewarding! 🐾

With patience and positive reinforcement, your pup will soon be a handling pro! Let's make vet visits and grooming sessions stress-free for everyone involved! 🐶💼