Purple Pups ATL

Purple Pups ATL Atlanta based dog training specializing in obedience, service dogs and behavioral modification. We also do this all in a home environment instead of a kennel.

We build confident and reliable dogs through structured training and real-world application.

Some recent grooms (and a bath) that Alyssa has done. If you are interested in getting your pups groomed reach out since...
07/15/2026

Some recent grooms (and a bath) that Alyssa has done. If you are interested in getting your pups groomed reach out since we will be adding this service 💜

Atlas is just an all around happy guy ✨🥹
06/17/2026

Atlas is just an all around happy guy ✨🥹

Today Zach and I were talking about stress in animals, and it made me think about how often we view stress as something ...
06/01/2026

Today Zach and I were talking about stress in animals, and it made me think about how often we view stress as something that is always negative.

Now, chronic stress or overwhelming stress is absolutely a problem. But not all stress is bad. In fact, the right amount of stress is an important part of learning and development.

Think about humans. When we’re young, we have to learn how to tie our shoes, go to school, make friends, take tests, learn to drive, start a new job, and navigate unfamiliar situations. Many of those experiences are stressful at first, but they help us build confidence, resilience, and life skills.

Dogs are no different.

Learning to potty outside can be stressful. Staying in a crate for the first time can be stressful. Learning impulse control around food, guests, and doorways can be stressful. Spending a few days with a trusted sitter while owners are out of town can be stressful. Going to a training class, visiting new places, or being exposed to new environments can all create a level of stress.

The goal is not to eliminate all stress from our dogs’ lives. The goal is to teach them how to successfully work through manageable amounts of stress and come out the other side feeling more confident.

One of the biggest mistakes I see is when owners avoid every situation that makes their dog uncomfortable. While the intention comes from a place of love, it can actually prevent the dog from developing important coping skills. If a dog never learns how to handle new experiences, small challenges can become overwhelming later in life.

Just like building muscle requires resistance, building confidence requires exposure to challenges.

The key is finding the right balance. We don’t want to flood a dog with more than they can handle, but we also don’t want to shelter them from every challenge. Training should be structured, fair, and progressive. We expose dogs to new experiences at a level they can be successful with, then gradually increase difficulty as their confidence grows.

A confident dog is not a dog that has never experienced stress.

A confident dog is one that has learned how to navigate stress, recover from it, and trust that they can handle life’s challenges.

Growth happens outside the comfort zone, for both people and dogs.

Ft. Louie- who HATED the velocity dryer when he was younger but because I worked with him at home and created a positive around it that he no longer tries to flee and groomer is able to groom him.

Happy girl Rory, she is here to proof her public access training and some task training as well. We have really enjoyed ...
05/28/2026

Happy girl Rory, she is here to proof her public access training and some task training as well. We have really enjoyed working with her and love how happy she is to train.

Purple Pups ATL is hiring a full-time Summer Personal Assistant / Kennel Tech in East Atlanta.We are looking for someon...
05/15/2026

Purple Pups ATL is hiring a full-time Summer Personal Assistant / Kennel Tech in East Atlanta.

We are looking for someone dependable, hardworking, and interested in learning more about dog training and animal behavior. Duties include kennel cleaning, caring for dogs, assisting with training, and helping with day-to-day tasks around the facility.

Position Details

* $15/hour
* Around 40 hours per week
* Flexible scheduling
* Reliable transportation required
* East Atlanta location

This summer position will act as a trial period, as we are hoping to find someone who could become a long-term member of our team year-round.

Previous animal experience is a plus, but not required.

Apply here:
https://www.purplepupsatl.com/careers

Training is so much more than commands.One of the best ways to build a solid relationship with your dog is through train...
04/09/2026

Training is so much more than commands.

One of the best ways to build a solid relationship with your dog is through training. Not just because they learn how to sit, heel, or come when called, but because training teaches you how to truly understand each other.

It builds communication. It builds clarity. It builds confidence.

Your dog learns how to navigate the world with more trust and understanding, and you learn how to guide them in a way that is fair and consistent. Through training, you start to see your dog grow in confidence, engagement, and in your overall connection together.

A strong dog is not just one that knows commands. It is one that feels secure, understood, and connected to their handler.

That relationship is what everything else is built on ✨

Heat conditioning is something I start every year as the weather begins warming up here in Georgia ☀️This is something I...
03/26/2026

Heat conditioning is something I start every year as the weather begins warming up here in Georgia ☀️

This is something I do with my personal dogs every year and also with the dogs that are with us in training during the warmer months.

The biggest thing to understand is this:
heat conditioning is NOT about pushing dogs in the heat.

It’s about helping dogs gradually and safely acclimate so they can better tolerate warmer temperatures over time.

For us, that can look like:
• short play sessions
• being outside while I’m doing yard work
• settling on place in the shade
• cooling off with water or kiddie pools if needed

We always start with short sessions first and slowly build up.

A huge part of this is also knowing when your dog is too hot. Before trying any heat conditioning, you should know the signs of heat stress and heat stroke.

If you want help figuring out how to safely start with your dog, DM us and I’m happy to give recommendations.


03/22/2026

Cooperative care is a game changer

If your dog struggles with things like nail trims, grooming, or vet visits, this is where you start. Instead of forcing the process, we focus on building trust, clear communication, and confidence step by step.

Small wins turn into big progress when your dog understands what’s expected and feels safe in the process.

This is how we create dogs that can handle real life situations calmly and successfully.

Save this for later and follow for more real training insight ✨

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Atlanta, GA

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Monday 6am - 9pm
Tuesday 6am - 9pm
Wednesday 6am - 9pm
Thursday 6am - 9pm
Friday 6am - 9pm
Saturday 6am - 9pm
Sunday 6am - 9pm

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+14707381117

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