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Hound & Heart LLC - Behavior and Training

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10/11/2026

🥾🐾 Trail Safety in New Hampshire: Keeping Your Dog Safe on the Trail! 🌲

Fall is a beautiful time to hit the trails with your dog in New Hampshire! 🍂 From mountain views to wooded paths, there’s so much to explore together. But before you grab your hiking boots and leash, let’s talk about trail safety and how training can help make every adventure a positive experience.

🐕 Here are a few things to practice before hitting the trails:

🔹Wear orange! Both for you and your animal! Not a bad idea for horses as well!

🔹 Reliable Leash Skills: Not every hiker, dog, or wildlife encounter is an invitation to say hello. Practice loose-leash walking and keeping your dog close when passing others. Always follow posted leash rules. Recently my own dog was attacked on a trail. My dog was on leash and there’s ran up to mine. It’s a situation no one wants to be in!

🔹 A Strong Recall: Even if your dog is on a long line, practice coming when called around distractions. Wildlife, other hikers, and unfamiliar dogs can be tempting distractions, so don’t rely on recall alone to keep your dog safe. This is so important! Also remember that some trails do require a leash via the town ordinance.

🔹 Respect Other Trail Users: Teach your dog to move to the side, settle, and wait calmly while hikers, runners, and other dogs pass. Not every dog wants to greet yours, and not every person is comfortable around dogs.

🔹 Pack the Essentials: Bring plenty of water, a collapsible bowl, waste bags, a leash, and a basic first-aid kit. Check the weather and trail conditions before leaving, and remember that mountain weather can change quickly!

🔹 Know Your Dog’s Limits: Rough terrain, hot weather, cold temperatures, and long distances can be hard on your dog. Check their paws, watch for signs of fatigue, and choose a trail that matches their fitness and experience.

🔹 Be Prepared for the Unexpected: Keep your dog close near steep drop-offs, rocky terrain, and stream crossings. A leash can prevent a dangerous situation, but it should be managed carefully to avoid tangling or pulling you off balance.

The goal isn’t just to hike with your dog—it’s to help them become a safe, confident, and enjoyable trail companion. ❤️

Be responsible. Be prepared. Leave no trace. And always bring your best friend home safely!

📍 What’s your favorite dog-friendly trail in New Hampshire? Tell us in the comments! ⬇️

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day! From The Hound & Heart Family to yours! 🐾❤️

Here EVERYDAY is dog day! 🫶🏻

08/25/2026

Which one should we get? 🎃

The Pumpkin, Mickey, Minnie, Dog #1, Dog #2 or…… Jasper? 🖤

Halloween decorations can be very strange from a puppy’s perspective! 👀 Skeletons, inflatable ghosts, moving figures, creepy sounds, pumpkins, and decorations blowing in the wind can all look a little suspicious.

Instead of waiting for your puppy to react, use Halloween as a fun training opportunity! 🐾

🎃 Start at a distance. Let your puppy notice the decoration without forcing them to approach.

👻 Reward curiosity. If they look at something strange and then look back at you, reward it! You’re teaching them that checking in with you is a great choice.

🕷️ Keep sessions short. A few calm minutes around decorations is much more valuable than overwhelming your puppy.

🍬 Don’t force interactions. Your puppy doesn’t need to sniff every skeleton or walk right up to the inflatable monster. Confidence comes from having the choice to observe from a comfortable distance.

🏠 Practice at home first. Walk past decorations in your yard, practice loose-leash walking, and reward calm behavior before taking your puppy out on Halloween night.

And remember: Halloween is supposed to be fun! 🎃 Your goal isn’t to make your puppy love every decoration—it’s to teach them that weird things can exist in their environment without being a big deal.

A little preparation now can make Halloween a much more enjoyable experience for both of you! 🐶🧡

07/04/2026

🇺🇸❤️🤍💙 Happy 250th, America! 💙🤍❤️🇺🇸

Today we celebrate 250 years of freedom, resilience, and the spirit that has brought generations together.

As we gather with family, friends, and our four-legged companions, let’s remember to appreciate the moments that make this country feel like home—backyard barbecues, waving flags, fireworks in the distance, and muddy paws by our side.

From Hound & Heart, we wish you a safe, joyful, and memorable Independence Day. If you’re celebrating with fireworks tonight, don’t forget to keep your pups safe, secure, and comfortable.

Here’s to 250 years of independence—and many more to come!

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸

Photo credit: Gemma Delano Photography

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07/02/2026

🎆 Fireworks are fun for us… but they can be frightening for our dogs. 🐾

As we celebrate, let’s make sure we’re keeping our four-legged family members safe and comfortable.

Here are a few simple ways to help your dog through the fireworks:

🐶 Keep your dog indoors before the fireworks begin.
🔒 Double-check collars, ID tags, and microchip information—many pets go missing after being startled by loud noises.
🏡 Create a safe, quiet space with their favorite bed, toys, or crate where they can relax.
🎶 Turn on calming music, a fan, or the TV to help muffle the sound.
🚶 Exercise your dog earlier in the day so they can burn off some energy before the festivities.
🍖 Offer a long-lasting chew, stuffed food toy, or enrichment activity to help keep their mind occupied.
❤️ Stay calm and act normal. Your dog will often take cues from you.

If your dog has a history of severe anxiety during fireworks, don’t wait until the last minute. Talk with your veterinarian about a plan that may include behavior modification, calming aids, or medication.

The best celebration is one where everyone—including our dogs—stays safe.

🎇 How does your dog handle fireworks? Share your best tips or a photo of your pup relaxing safely at home in the comments!

Photo credit: Gemma Delano Photography

06/25/2026

🎆 Preparing Your Dog for Fireworks Season 🎆

Fireworks may be fun for us, but for many dogs they can be overwhelming and scary. A little preparation can go a long way in helping your dog feel safe and comfortable.

🐾 Create a safe space where your dog can retreat and relax. This could be a crate, a quiet room, or their favorite spot in the house.

🐾 Exercise earlier in the day. A walk, training session, game of fetch, or enrichment activity can help take the edge off before the festivities begin.

🐾 Close windows and curtains to help reduce noise and flashing lights.

🐾 Provide calming activities such as stuffed Kongs, lick mats, chew items, or food puzzles to help keep your dog occupied.

🐾 Make sure identification is up to date. Frightened dogs are more likely to try to escape, so check collars, tags, and microchip information before the celebrations start.

🐾 Stay calm and supportive. Your dog will look to you for guidance. Avoid forcing them to “face their fears” and instead help them feel secure.

Remember, every dog is different. Some dogs may barely notice the fireworks, while others need extra support. Start preparing now rather than waiting until the first boom.

🎇 How does your dog handle fireworks? Share your best tips and experiences in the comments! 🐕❤️

Photo Credit: Gemma Delano Photography
Client pup: Walter

06/24/2026

🐾 Why We Love Herding Balls! 🐾

Looking for a fun way to channel your dog’s energy? A herding ball might be just the thing!

Herding balls provide so much more than entertainment:

✅ Mental stimulation that keeps busy minds engaged
✅ A healthy outlet for natural herding and prey instincts
✅ Great physical exercise without excessive impact
✅ Builds confidence and problem-solving skills
✅ Helps reduce boredom and unwanted behaviors caused by excess energy
✅ Creates a fun way for you and your dog to interact and play together

Whether you have a herding breed or just a dog that loves to push, chase, and think, herding ball sessions can be an amazing enrichment activity. Remember, enrichment isn’t just about tiring your dog out—it’s about giving them opportunities to use their brains and express natural behaviors in healthy ways.

Does your dog enjoy a herding ball? Share a picture or video in the comments—we’d love to see them in action! 🐶⚽💙

06/19/2026

✨ Slow down and soak in the little moments. ✨

Not every day has to be about training goals, titles, or checking things off a list. Sometimes the most important thing you can do is sit in the grass, toss a ball, go for a quiet walk, or simply enjoy your dog resting beside you.

Our dogs don’t measure time the way we do. They don’t care about how busy we are or what’s on tomorrow’s schedule. They just cherish being with us.

So today, put down the phone, take a deep breath, and be present. Listen to the happy sighs, feel the wagging tail against your leg, and appreciate the bond you’ve built together.

These ordinary moments become the memories we treasure forever. ❤️🐾

How are you spending quality time with your dog today? Share a photo or tell us in the comments! ⬇️

06/18/2026

😴🐾 Calling all sleepy pups! 🐾😴

We need to see those adorable napping faces on this rainy and gloomy day!

Is your dog currently snoozing on the couch? Curled up in their favorite bed? Taking over your entire king-size mattress? We want to see it! 🛏️💤

Drop a photo of your sleeping dog in the comments and let’s fill this post with the cutest nap-time pictures on the internet. 📸❤️

Bonus points for:
🐶 Silly sleeping positions
👅 Tongues hanging out
🐾 Paws in the air
😴 Epic snoring sessions

Ready, set, share those sleepy pups! ⬇️

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