by Grace Bryson | Jul 9, 2013 | good byes from bootcamp
Tobey went to boot camp in the beginning of this year, Tobey had some control and obsession issues. Tobey definitely ran the house, he would bark at anything going past the window, anyone at the door would bark and nip the children when they ran past or would bite if...
by Grace Bryson | Jul 8, 2013 | good byes from bootcamp
This is an email I received from Teddy’s owner and wanted to share, We heard about Grace from our daughter Emily who had used her for their dog Toby. We decided to give her a try with Teddy. Teddy is a two year shitzu who thought he was the boss in our house. He...
by Grace Bryson | Jul 8, 2013 | Training Tips
Be aware of your energy. A baby in the house will affects the entire household. You may feel excited, anxious, or worried. Remember, your dog will mirror your emotions. Claim your baby’s scent. During this exercise, it is crucial that you set clear boundaries....
by Grace Bryson | Jul 8, 2013 | Training Tips
Be aware of your energy. A baby in the house will affects the entire household. You may feel excited, anxious, or worried. Remember, your dog will mirror your emotions. Claim your baby’s scent. During this exercise, it is crucial that you set clear boundaries....
by Grace Bryson | Jul 7, 2013 | good byes from bootcamp
Wow, This is a success story written to me from Dusty’s owner thanking me and wanted to share with you. Where to even begin. Somehow a simple Thank you and the statement “Dusty is a changed dog” just don’t seem to cover the impact that Grace and her pack have...
by Grace Bryson | Jul 7, 2013 | something to think about
Raw dog food diets are controversial. But the popularity of the diets — which emphasize raw meat, bones, fruits, and vegetables — is rising. Racing greyhounds and sled dogs have long eaten raw food diets. Extending those feeding practices to the family pet...
by Grace Bryson | Jul 4, 2013 | Just because
OK so apparently some people still don’t understand what it feels like to be in a hot car on a summer day with the windows only open a crack! So here is the challenge I am putting forward…….. If you own a dog and that dog has fur I want you to wear a...
by Grace Bryson | Jul 4, 2013 | something to think about
What should you do if your dog is choking? When a person chokes, you do the Heimlich maneuver to dislodge the object blocking the airway. What can you do for a dog? Well, it is the same thing. When a dog is choking, you can do a modification of the Heimlich maneuver....
by Grace Bryson | Jul 3, 2013 | Training Tips
Exercising with your dog is a great way for the two of you to strengthen your bond and to get some cardiovascular in at the same time. While canine/human workouts can be fun, they can also be dangerous if proper safety precautions are not taken. Follow the tips below...
by Grace Bryson | Jul 2, 2013 | Training Tips
Well, first things first, Don’t teach a dog how to get in — teach a dog how to get out!! That’s the first thing a dog wants to know. A pool is unnatural to a dog. You don’t have to teach a dog how to get into a lake. He knows. It’s gravity. It’s nature, like the...