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From Energetic Pup to Confident Companion: Deb and Toby's Ongoing Journey
At DogSports4u Academy, we celebrate every unique journey that we are blessed to be apart of! Deb and her Blue Weimaraner, Toby, are a shining example of growth and transformation. They are our regulars here during...
Keith mentioned on the phone that we came recommended by someone with a well behaved dog in the dog park.
He also told me that Hugo knows a lot, but he is somewhat shy and scared of many silly things like going side places, doors, surfaces, etc. So when they came in for the evaluation,...
All our students are family members and so many have built lifelong relationships and friendships with us. I am loving reading tall he Success stories coming in, and can't wait to share them!
Yet this one team here is so special, I have to share their story with you...
Olga and her Belgian Malinois Bravo are back home from competing at 2022 AWMA Nationals. Olga raised Bravo from 7 weeks old and they have been literally inseparable for the past 5 years. They have traveled the world to train with top dog training in the world and in 2022 represented...
Dogsports4u Academy offers the elite dog training in Sarasota, Venice, Manatee Counties and beyond. We ensure you can communicate with your dog well and form a special bond. On the other hand, we ensure the dog can behave well in your home, communicate, and quickly learn commands. We...
Canine conditioning is not just for canine athletes. All dogs benefit from it! Whether they chase squirrels in the yard, or enjoy neighborhood walks, compete in agility, hunt with their owner, keeping the streets safe, do search and rescue or compete in protection sports –all dogs...
Our dogs competing in protection sports are Canine Athletes. To do their best, they should be in their top condition. Of course we always want to maximize our dogs performance during the trial season. Yet, the biggest concern for most of us with our dogs is reducing the risk of...
Everyone enjoys being around a well-trained dog. Training dogs and puppies is a process tailored to each dog’s unique temperament. Whether you choose to do it yourself, take dog training lessons from a professional trainer, or send your dog to a board and train school, you will need...
One of the most common issues I help new dog owners solve is housebreaking. Crate training is the simplest solution with lifelong benefits for dogs.
Here are some facts about crate training:
1. A crate is not a “cage” or “jail” or...
Any dog owner can confirm that pet ownership is no walk in the park. It takes hard work, patience (a lot of it), and sometimes a few AKC Canine Good Citizen classes. Responsible dog owners need to take time from their schedules to train their dogs to exist in human society. An...
One of the biggest challenges many dog owners face is constant leash pulling on walks, making it difficult for you and the dog. Constant pulling causes choking, and then some dogs are also aggressively barking at other dogs and even people, making it embarrassing and even dangerous.
Pulling...
A recall is the most important command in your dog’s life, it is really a matter of life and death in many different situations. For instance your pup storming out the door, getting out of the collar, opening the gate and facing a car. A strong recall will save his life. ...
