Maddi’s Dog Training LLC

10/29/2026

🐱 Did someone say National Cat Day?! 🐾

Let’s see those feline friends! ❤️ Comment a picture of your cat below! 📸

Willow is the best dog trainer I know… although she also happens to be the biggest fan of training equipment! 😂 Whether it’s klimb boards, balance boards, leashes, or anything else I leave lying around, Willow is always ready to “help” with the training process. 😹

Happy National Cat Day from Willow! 🐾💕

10/27/2026

10/25/2026

🍂🐾 November training spots are limited with the Howlidays right around the corner! 🎄🐶

Get ahead of the holiday excitement and book your training sessions now! Whether you’re looking to polish up your pup’s manners before guests arrive or try something new with scent work, Maddi’s Dog Training is here to help!

🐾 Individual training sessions 👃 Scent Work sessions 🦃 Reminder: Turkey Trot is November 15th at Heritage Trail! Grab your pup and join us for some fun!

Spots are limited, so don’t wait until the holiday chaos begins! Message Maddi to book your November training sessions and help your pup put their best paw forward this holiday season! ❤️🐕

10/23/2026

🐻🍂 Ready for Turkey Day? Bear is here to help you prep your pup for Thanksgiving and family events!

Thanksgiving can be exciting for us, but busy homes, extra guests, delicious smells, and changes in routine can be overwhelming for dogs. Bear has a few tips to help your pup enjoy the holiday:

🦃 Practice calm greetings before guests arrive.
🦃 Give your dog a quiet space to relax if the festivities become too much.
🦃 Keep tempting holiday foods out of reach and remind guests not to share table scraps.
🦃 Bring out enrichment toys, sniffing games, or a stuffed Kong to keep busy minds occupied.
🦃 Work on place, settle, and recall skills before the big day to help your dog succeed around distractions.

A little preparation now can make holiday gatherings more enjoyable for both you and your pup. Need help getting your dog ready for Thanksgiving visitors, kids, or busy family events? Maddi’s Dog Training is here to help! 🐾🍁 🦃

10/19/2026

🐾 Did you know you can work toward AKC titles without joining a weekly class? 🏆

There are several programs you can practice at home, on walks, or in your own neighborhood—and Maddi can test for some of these virtually!

🏡 Virtual Home Manners
Build those everyday life skills like settling, coming when called, polite greetings, and good household manners.

🎩 Virtual Trick Dog
Teach your dog a variety of fun tricks and work through the different levels as your teamwork grows!

🚶 AKC FIT DOG
Turn your walks and everyday activity into a goal while getting moving with your dog.

🏃 Dog Parkour
While Parkour is not an AKC title, it is another fun activity you can work on without attending a traditional class. Practice safe obstacle skills, body awareness, balance, and confidence using your environment.

✨ And the best part? Maddi can test for Virtual Home Manners, Virtual Trick Dog, and FIT DOG!

You don’t have to wait for the next class to start working toward something with your pup. Pick a goal, start practicing, and have fun! 🐶❤️

🔗 Learn more:

https://www.akc.org/sports/akc-virtual-programs/

https://www.akc.org/sports/trick-dog/

https://www.akc.org/sports/akcs-fit-dog-program/

https://www.dogparkour.org/

10/18/2026

🍂🐾 Fall adventures are even better with dogs by your side! 🎃

A huge thank you to Cornerstone Fall Fest for an amazing time! We had the best time enjoying all the fall fun with our pups, making memories, and letting our dogs be part of the adventure. ❤️

Looking for more dog-friendly fall activities around Dubuque? Check out local pumpkin patches, apple orchards, and fall festivals that welcome four-legged friends! Just remember to check each location’s pet policy before heading out. 🐶🍁

What are your favorite dog-friendly fall spots in the Dubuque area? Drop them in the comments so we can add them to our fall bucket list! 🧡🐾

10/15/2026

🐾 Aeyah here! Let me show you how to get started with Barn Hunt! 🐀

Want to try my favorite sport? The Barn Hunt Association website makes it pretty easy to find events and keep track of your pup’s progress!

🌾 Step 1: Register your dog
Go to the Barn Hunt Register and create an account for your dog. A dog needs a Barn Hunt registration number to compete in a licensed trial, but you do not need one to attend a Fun Test or clinic. Registration is currently a one-time lifetime fee of $34.

🔎 Step 2: Find an event
Once you’re in the Register, use the event search to look for upcoming Barn Hunt events. You can search for events throughout the U.S. and Canada—including events in Iowa and Wisconsin.

📄 Step 3: Read the Premium
Found an event you’re interested in? Open the event information and read the Premium. This is where you’ll find the dates, classes offered, location, entry information, opening/closing dates, and instructions for entering.

🐶 Step 4: Know what your dog can enter
New to Barn Hunt? Look for Instinct/Fun Tests or beginner opportunities and make sure you understand which class your dog is eligible to enter. Dogs must be at least 6 months old to compete.

🏆 Step 5: Keep track of your progress!
Your Barn Hunt Register account also keeps track of your dog’s qualifying scores, legs and titles. You can even access and print title certificates from your dog’s record.

And remember—you don’t have to have a terrier to enjoy Barn Hunt! Any breed or mix can participate as long as they can navigate the required tunnel. 🐕🐾

🌾 Ready to sniff out your next adventure?
Visit the Barn Hunt Association⁠ and start exploring events near you!

🐀🐾

10/13/2026

🐾 ONE SPOT JUST OPENED UP FOR GROUP OBEDIENCE! 🐾

We now have ONE spot available in our Tuesday class!

If you’ve been on the waiting list for group obedience now is your chance to snag a spot before it’s gone! 🐶

Ready to work on your pup’s obedience, build better communication, and strengthen your bond? We’d love to have you join us!

📩 Comment below or message Maddi directly to sign up! This spot is available just in time for classes beginning this week, so don’t wait! 🐾✨

10/11/2026

🎃🐾 Halloween Prep: Desensitizing Your Dog

Halloween can be a LOT for our dogs—strangers at the door, costumes, knocking, decorations, unusual sounds, and people walking around after dark.

Instead of waiting until Halloween night, start preparing now! 👻

🎃 Tips for a Less Stressful Halloween

👻 Introduce costumes gradually
Let your dog see costumes before someone puts one on. Reward calm behavior and slowly increase how much of the costume you wear around them.

🚪 Practice doorbell + knocking
Work on door manners in short sessions. Knock → reward calm behavior → open the door. Gradually increase the excitement and distractions.

🔔 Don’t flood your dog
If your dog is barking, lunging, hiding, or unable to take treats, the situation is too difficult. Increase distance or decrease the intensity.

🎃 Introduce decorations early
Put out one decoration at a time and let your dog investigate at their own pace. Reward calm curiosity.

🍬 Practice around distractions
Use treats, toys, or their mat to teach your dog what you want them to do when something unusual happens.

🏠 Give them an escape plan
Your dog doesn’t have to participate in Halloween! A quiet room, crate, or comfortable space away from the door can be the best option for some dogs.

❤️ Remember:

Desensitization is about gradually changing your dog’s response—not forcing them to “get used to it.”

If your dog is overwhelmed, go back a step. Start where they can succeed and slowly build toward the real-life situation.

🎃 A little preparation now can make Halloween much easier for both you and your dog!

Helpful reading:
• ASPCA Halloween Safety Tips⁠
• AKC: Halloween Safety for Dogs⁠

10/09/2026

Turkey Trot, but make it dog-friendly. 🐾