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Dog Walking Academy
It was back in 2008 when Lisa and I went to San Francisco to attend a four day dog walking academy put on by Veronica Boutelle and Kim Moeller of dog*tec. Little did we know then what would … read more >
Academy Students + Shelter Dogs = Joy & Learning for Both
Meet Jesse, Ranger and Shasta. All three are available for adoption and all three have been through 6 solid days of basic manners training. They’ve learned lots of useful behaviors that will help them live happily in a … read more >
How long will it take to train my dog?
How long will it take to train my dog? is a question I’m often asked. My standard answer is , it depends, but in reality it takes a lifetime. Training our dogs is not like getting a tune … read more >
Peaceable Paws Level 1 Intern Academy: Premier Dog Trainer Instruction
Do you want to.….….….. Make a career out of training dogs? Become an expert trainer for your own sake? Improve your work with shelter dogs? Prepare for your CPDT exam? Then come to the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains for this intensive 6-day academy … read more >
Fabulous Focus: Weekend Getaways For Dog Lovers
Escape to the Blue Ridge Mountains for dog training workshops in a stunning natural setting. What could be better? Hone your dog training skills, have fun with your dog, enjoy morning hikes along trails in pristine forests. At the … read more >
Storm Phobias & Anxiety.…not to be taken lightly
Many of our friends and clients know that we’ve been on a journey to identify solutions to relieve the severe anxiety our three year old Aussie, Cody, experiences during a thunderstorm. We periodically discuss his situation in classes … read more >
Dogs, Fireworks & the 4th of July
If you’re a dog lover you probably enjoy having your furry friend accompany you to picnics, festivals and other holiday activities. The 4th of July is one holiday that is most troublesome for many dogs. Guess why? Fireworks. … read more >
Clients Applying Class Exercises to Real Life!
On Facebook a few days ago, we posted some information about the polite greeting work Linzy & Bob have been doing at home with their lovely Lab, Buck. They were kind enough to send an email about their … read more >
Thunder Phobia and our dog Cody
This spring has been particularly active with thunderstorms so it’s no wonder that so many of our training friends and other professionals in the business of dogs have been writing about thunder phobia. My purpose in writing this … read more >
Dial Up Your Performance! Returning in August 2012
We had a fabulous turnout and a fantastic time at this year’s workshop. Trainers and dog hobbyists from around the southeast were treated to a myriad of techniques to sharpen their own skills and that of their dog. … read more >
