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Useful, general tips on how to train your dog

July 3, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

Sponsored Content EBknowsloves dogs and knows you love yours, too. That said, here are some tips on how to train your dog. Hopefully, when you get your new best friend (or want to brush up on training with current canines), these will come in handy! Read the tips in a post composed for Pets in Omaha […]

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Dharma Dogs touch the elderly, at-risk youth in outreach efforts

April 6, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

Not every dog training company has a mission to improve the lives of people who aren’t customers, but Dharma Dog Training isn’t just another company. We’ve written much about the wonders that Kelley McAtee and her team can do for your and your dog’s behavior, but that’s only part of Dharma Dog Training’s story. Kelley […]

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Grant provides solutions to shelter problems

March 6, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

A big problem for shelters is that some folks who are looking to adopt aren’t sure what they’re in for. A new animal addition means a bunch of love, work, time, and money you haven’t been using already. As a result, animals are often returned to the shelter because they hadn’t found the right home. […]

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New Dharma Apprentice Program empowers dog lovers to become trainers

February 21, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

If you are interested in canine behavior and are looking to take on a new challenge (that could lead to a new career!), one the area’s top training companies has an opportunity for you. Beginning on March 17, 2018, is Dharma Dog Training’s 2018 Apprentice Program. The program will last one year, preparing participants for […]

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Crate Training Help from Dharma Dog Training

January 8, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

It’s Train Your Dog Month and we’re always ready to relay helpful dog training information from local trainers, like Kelley McAtee and Dharma Dog Training, to our readers. In this post, learn a bit about your pup and use the tips to properly utilize your crate. Dogs are den creatures by nature and they need […]

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January is Train Your Dog Month- Celebrate with Big Moose Dog Training

January 3, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

January is Train Your Dog Month sponsored by the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (ADPT). The APDT’s core mission is education, so it is excited to dedicate an entire month to educating pet owners on the importance of training with a “LIMA” philosophy- that is, one of using the Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive method. Reminding […]

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True or False? Banning “dangerous” breeds solves safety concerns

November 21, 2017 Eric Forrest 0

When folks attend events where animals are present- for example, a nature education program or a meet and greet with rescue dogs- there’s an inevitable question the animal handlers are asked: “Does he bite?” The best answer I’ve heard was from a conservation specialist who, holding a snake, replied, “It’s got a mouth and teeth, […]

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At least one dog dead thanks to irresponsible owner

September 26, 2017 Eric Forrest 0

*Editorial note – This story was originally published with a random headline media file that happened to be of an animal under the care of an area rescue. It has been removed and that dog had no connection to the incident discussed below. Sorry for any unintended misrepresentation.* On Sept. 24, the police and Nebraska […]

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Dharma Dog Training goes to prison

April 24, 2017 Eric Forrest 0

Life-changing experiences are far and few between. Going to jail can be one of those experiences and Kelley McAtee, owner and lead trainer at Dharma Dog Training, is excited to announce that her team is partnering with Second Chance Pups in their Prison Pup Program. Prison Pups is designed to help prisoners at the Nebraska State […]

Training Tips for 2017 from Dharma Dog Training

January 13, 2017 Eric Forrest 0

Dharma Dog Training has not only been a wonderful resource for training information on Pets in Omaha, but they’ve been great friends for nearly three years. Yet again, Kelley and company (and especially with the help of Assistant Trainer, Rachael Wilson) we’ve been given this helpful info on training your pup as the new year starts. […]