Adventure Tails Dog Training

05/04/2026

04/30/2026

Our latest project is coming along nicely! Kimber started with touch targeting under leg, then together steps targeting, and finally faded the target. Now we’re putting it on cue so she knows what I’m asking, as she also has a “center” behavior (sitting between my legs) that’s pretty similar.

04/21/2026

She knows she’s cool, inspecting new rzrs and ready to go ride. 😎

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04/19/2026

My awesome friend knows me so well…♥️

04/14/2026

You may have seen a post involving a vacuum cleaner in our kitchen. Well for the cue to work more than just in the kitchen and with the vacuum, we have to generalize!

Here we are taking a quick break at work introducing Kimber to the cue in a ‘new’ place and a new object. She’s doing great!

04/12/2026

It’s National Pet Day! This is the perfect day to celebrate the wonderful pets and recognize their incredible impact on our lives.

Life is so much richer when shared with a loving, loyal, and happy pet.

Share a picture of your fur babies!

04/07/2026

Both my pups have been having trouble getting tangled up around bushes, trees, stumps, poles, anything vertical really, while on lead.

So, what do I do? Teach them how to go around! This keeps them calmer, no panicking that they’re suddenly stopped and stuck, and gives me ability to ask them to go around instead of having to crawl into the bush too. 🤪 🤕

Plus, have to be happy that Kimber isn’t afraid of the vacuum. 😎

04/03/2026

Yep, you heard that right! Sorry not sorry Kimber.

One of the biggest challenges I think owners face is the dreaded vet visit. In home and especially in office can be a disaster. You feel like everyone’s staring, your dog acts like you’ve sentenced him to hard labor for 50 years, and you just know they smell that Doberman that just got neutered. 👀

It’s embarrassing, you’re not alone, but it’s one more thing that causes stress for you and your dog. But did you know you can help prepare your dog for these visits so it’s less stressful?

Cue the vet program! I’ve just added this program to our offerings here at ATDT. The goal is to help teach your dog what they need to do, that needles needn’t be scary, and good things happen at the vet.

DM us for more information!

03/31/2026

Work buddies, can’t beat people watching together. 😂

03/27/2026

I want to get real for moment. I usually keep my posts light and airy but today I want to address something that affects dog owners everywhere: reactivity.

In dog training world, reactivity encompasses anything from mild anxiety during certain times to big emotions towards things and beings.

My own girl Remi has always dealt with anxiety/reacting in big ways in certain situations, and it’s only become more difficult as she gets older. I’ve had to adjust my way of thinking about how I do things, how to approach new situations, and how to make her feel more comfortable and confident so she can still enjoy life.

Well last weekend was a win. In owning reactive dogs, every little inch forward is a win, and we had several.

First off, she was able to walk on a loose leash, no anxious pulling or rushing. This has been a lifelong problem and she’s starting to really improve with some gentle handling and heavy reinforcement for new habits and situations.

Second, she didn’t whine the entire drive. Previously, I was worried we’d have to stop taking her (which she used to love going places) because she was becoming so anxious. Well thanks to Ashley Boyington with Steel Creek Therapy, we’ve been able to find out a lot of that whining was Remi telling us she was in pain and needed some help. The PEMF therapy has gone a long way to helping her overall state of mind, and making car rides easier.

Finally, Remi actually napped in the truck on the way home. A little physical help and some confidence building has helped a lot in letting this girl enjoy life again. We’re still battling, but it proves that help in the right ways can make a big difference, one day, one win at a time. So if you own a reactive dog, don’t give up. Find help from a qualified professional and always check for physical problems. You can make a difference and help your pup feel safe.

Love you Remi Girl. ♥️