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The Right Dog Will Complement Your Lifestyle
With so many of us staying at home, there’s been an increased interested in adding dogs to the family. Keeping in mind that life will resume and some dogs will be left alone during the day, picking the right dog is more important than ever. For some people, it's love...
Everything is Normal at Breakthrough K9 Training
The next few weeks and months may be challenging, but everything is normal here at Breakthrough K9 Training! Located in rural Central Virginia, we continue to welcome all clients and dogs. Breakthrough K9 Training is, and always has been, meticulous about maintaining...
Training a Service Dog
We hear it all the time: “can my dog learn to be a Service Dog?” The simple answer to this question is “probably not” but it’s worth understanding why the question is asked in the first place. Service dog, or emotional support dog? There’s a lot of confusion about...
Why Is My Dog Aggressive?
It may help you to know two things from the get-go: Your dog is not the only aggressive one on four legs. As badly as he may behave and as embarrassed as he may make you feel, plenty of dog owners share your predicament. This knowledge may provide some temporary...
Dog Training vs. Humanizing Dogs
Projecting what we need or, humanizing our dogs can lead to long term problems.
Creating A Safe Dog Training Experience For Your Dog
Any type of dog training can be adversely affected if your dog is not healthy.
Crate Training For Dog Training
Why crate training is necessary before your dog’s board and train experience
How To Choose A Dog Trainer
Choosing a dog trainer can be a daunting task especially when it seems like every trainer has their own methodology. The information in this post will hopefully serve as a guide to assist you in making the right choice for you and your dog.
Dog Training And Behavior Modification – The Truth About Correction
Calm correction is all part of proper balanced dog training. After all, the momma dog started it before you did!
Seasonal Allergies In Dogs
Allergies in pets are not only frustrating for the pet but also for the owner. No one likes to be woken up in the middle of the night to hear their pet chewing on its feet or scratching its sides. In the fall, we’re met with dead leaves, dust, mold, and winds that...