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Too much affection for your pup can be harmful?

January 5, 2017 Eric Forrest 0

Diana Ahlquist, owner and trainer at Dog On It wants you to love your dogs, don’t be mistaken about that. She also wants you to have a balanced relationship with them. In a recent post she’s written for Pets in Omaha to share, she explains how she believes too much affectionate behavior between you and […]

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Start 2017 with Classes from Dharma Dog Training

January 3, 2017 Eric Forrest 0

For the New Year, how about training your pup to act like a whole new dog? Dharma Dog Training can help with its Basics and Socialization training classes, of which are held a number of times this January. Here are some details about the courses: In this class you will learn basic commands, loose-leash walking, […]

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Start 2017 with Classes from Dharma Dog Training

January 3, 2017 Eric Forrest 0

For the New Year, how about training your pup to act like a whole new dog? Dharma Dog Training can help with its Basics and Socialization training classes, of which are held a number of times this January. Here are some details about the courses: In this class you will learn basic commands, loose-leash walking, […]

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Holiday K-9 Cardio Classes and more from Big Moose

December 22, 2016 Eric Forrest 0

Kristin Sanstede, owner of Big Moose Dog Training, knows how difficult it is to keep you routine going around the holidays. That’s why she’s doing something special for folks who would like to stay active and motivated this holiday season. Big Moose’s “K-9 Cardio” classes are organized sessions that help dogs and their owners stay […]

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Meet Dog On It Training and Rehabilitation

December 11, 2016 Eric Forrest 0

Dog trainers have different methodologies, philosophies, backgrounds, and personalities. What all the good ones have in common is a love for animals and the hope that he or she can help your dog remain in your home, not in a shelter or rescue organization. Diana Ahlquist, owner and trainer at Dog On It Training and […]

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Big News, New Opportunities from Dharma Dog Training

November 3, 2016 Eric Forrest 0

If you are familiar with Pets in Omaha, you know about Kelley McAtee and Dharma Dog Training. Dharma has a great reputation, wonderful staff, and proven results. That’s not news, but definitely worth stating once again. As for what’s new with Kelley and Dharma, new puppy training classes (for pups 6 months or younger) will […]

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Domesti-PUPS offers canine first aid and CPR courses

October 15, 2016 Eric Forrest 0

K9 first-aid and CPR certification class will be available October 23 in Lincoln. The class is taught by Colorado paramedics Dan Ponce and author of the book “K9 Medic” Eric ‘Odie’ Roth. Eric has taught over 1,700 dog owners and professionals his paramedic-based material since 2009. This class is a must for any dog owner […]

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You smell that? Search and Rescue Dogs do!

May 11, 2016 Savannah Behrends 0

A dog’s sense of smell is almost 10,000 times that of a human. Alexandra Horowitz wrote in her book, Inside of a Dog, that a normal person could detect a teaspoon of sugar in a cup of coffee. A dog could sense a teaspoon in a gallon of water. Because of their sense of smell, […]

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Does your dog have C.L.A.S.S.?

January 21, 2016 Eric Forrest 0

The Association of Professional Dog Trainers has a question for you and it’s not referring to whether your pup is regal, well-dressed or dapper. Does your dog have C.L.A.S.S.? C.L.A.S.S. is the APDT’s Canine Life and Social Skills program and was developed by the APDT based on input from both dog owners and non-dog owners, […]

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Preventing the Rising Number of Pet Surrenders

January 13, 2016 Eric Forrest 0

Kelley McAtee, dog trainer, behavior specialist and owner of Dharma Dog Training, is concerned about the number of animals surrendered at shelters. Animals are given to shelters and put through that difficult experience  because, many times, owners don’t know how to or don’t attempt to change their pet’s behavior. Changing behavior and keeping your pet […]