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Hi! I’m Shannon and I’ve been running K9 Satsifaction for over 11 years. I have a passion for dogs and love to bring them to their best potential. Puppy raising, training and play is a passionate hobby that has become my source of income. Exercise and activity trips are a healthy way to keep any dog in a more balanced state of mind.
I also work with many “issue” dogs helping their owners understand their particular dog, problem solve their approach and create solid replacement behaviors for the dog to resort to. I balance my approach with healthy exercise/activities, continued training, text support for the owners and visits. I love to help people find a better balance with their particular dog!
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Loyal will be 11 years old soon and I feel the need to make a post in tribute to this incredible dog. I will never have a dog like him ever again.
The last couple years I have spent extra time doing his favorite things, like going on long adventures. I’ve seen him become happier and healthier. I used to rollerblade for miles with him, but have found that walks do both our bodies better. He has really slowed down but still gets excited to go out with me.
I’m so happy I spent all that time in his youth building his off-leash skills, it makes him super easy to take anywhere. He never takes a step in the road without permission, comes to heel at a snap of a finger, and just enjoys strolling with me for miles. He wasn’t an easy dog to train as he had a strong independent streak and high prey drive, but you can see he was entirely worth it.
I love our adventures together and hope he continues to be healthy and happy for a few more years. I rather enjoy this slower pace anyway ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I love how you work with the dogs. Your care and attention shows, as is evident with Loyal. Our Libby can’t quite match him, but she is a good girl thanks to your training. I do hope you get a few more years with Loyal….our Cooper (2) is still a work in progress 🤣
Loyal is THE BEST, and you’ve done an amazing job with him! You truly have a gift ❤️
One of the hardest biting dogs I've ever had the pleasure of taking in a suit!!!
He is the bestest boy😭 I love him so much💕
What a sweet boy!!! 💗
Such a good boy! ❤️
For anyone struggling with leash reactivity (a heightened vocal response towards triggers with difficulty disengaging). This guy explains perfectly how to initially handle reactive dogs.
Let them look at a safe distance. Create more distance (and correct if needed) the barking. Heavily reward looking away from the trigger or looking at handler. I love to give more leash freedom to dogs like this too as it helps them feel more comfortable. Although a six foot leash seems to work well still if you let them move around with it. Progressing to closer distance at the dog’s comfort level.
I have also found good results with some dogs in actually giving touch(pats, scratches, slightly rough affection to help desensitize) when the dog is looking at trigger too and just saying"no barking" if needed while continuing to let the dog watch and continuing the touch (stopping touch and expecting a sit before continuing touch if needed). Seems to help counter condition in a similar way but with the dog still feeling comfortable engaging/watching.
Creating distance is always a safe option because you are teaching the dog they can disengage and you won’t force them in situations that make them feel threatened. Building a foundation of this I can have dogs trust me quickly in close up and heavy distractions because they know I’ll always have their back and give them an out.
Thanks for reading and watching!! 😁
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Sierra, Bella, Arlo, Penny, Duke and Sadie all in for boarding. I’ll be so sad when all these guys go home! 🤗 It’s been a great time. What awesome dogs 🥰
Duke, Sadie, Sully and Tedi are in for boarding as we share the smiles. It’s always fun when Sully joins for some tug! All these guys LOVE humans and enjoy our relaxing atmosphere. Good dogs ❤️
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