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EVER HEARD OF VELCRO DOG
Exerting “dominance” over your dog is the wrong way to build a good relationship.
August 20, 2023
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Tenets, stories & ideas by SMP Paws!
SMP PAWS is the ultimate go to source for all things training, pet sitting, daycare and board/training.
Board/Train Evaluation
We offer 4 packages currently, from 1 week to 4 weeks. If you need longer, we can accommodate your request with more planning
Initial Evaluation
First we assess, evaluate and train to develop the best plan of approach.
Train
Puppy or Adult dog, this 90 minute session helps form a baseline for training program
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Temperament Test
(Daycare, Pet Sitting, Boarding & RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS)
Train
This 1 Hour Evaluation is specifically for anyone considering enrolling their dog in our Daycare Program
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Home Inspection
Haven"t gotten your pup yet? Is this your first pup? This evaluation is for you
Train
We inspect your home environment and give you tips on what kind of equipment you will need to purchase prior to getting your pet.
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Pet Services
5 Lifesaving Tips for Parents of Shy or Fearful Dogs
Excluding the cost of feeding, the single largest expense that dog owners encounter every year is typically veterinary care. We love our dogs and want to keep them healthy, of course.
July 19, 2023
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HOW TO PREVENT DOG SEPARATION ANXIETY
‘Separation anxiety’ in dogs is a term used to describe when a dog experiences extreme fear and panic over being left alone or separated from a preferred caregiver or companion.
June 19, 2023
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HOW TO AVOID HEAT STROKE IN DOGS
Now that the hottest summer month of August is here, the risk of your dog getting dehydrated and overheating is extremely high.
May 17, 2023
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THE PROBLEM WITH: HE IS DOG FRIENDLY!
By the 1980s, there was a paradigm shift toward more positive methods in dog training. Only 20 years before, many trainers felt that dogs had to be “broken” in order to be trained.
April 17, 2023
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HOW TO GET A SECOND OPINION FROM A VET
Have you ever questioned something your vet told you? You ever wondered if your vet was the right person to educate you on a particular
March 17, 2023
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If your dog bites someone, are you responsible?
No one wants to think about their pup biting someone, but it’s important to know what to do if it happens. California is a strict
February 16, 2023
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Puppy crate training 101
If you’re like most new pup parents, you’ve probably heard that using a crate in combination with a playpen is a great way to housebreak your puppy and keep it out of trouble.
January 17, 2023
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HOW TO WORK FROM HOME USING DOG BOUNDARIES
Working from home with a dog can be a blessing and a curse. On the one hand, it gives us extra time with the dogs we love, but on the other, our dogs don’t always understand work schedules and deadlines
December 17, 2022
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New Puppy Guide for the forward thinker.
Adopting a new furry friend can be a life-changing experience, and if you are not prepared, it can quickly become overwhelming – especially if it’s your first time owning a pup.
November 17, 2022
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