Murphy’s Law Dog Training, LLC

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Now that the rain is done... Are you prepared for the return of popular summer events like neighborhood picnics, beach parties, and bonfires? All of these events could include fireworks Let’s help your pup enjoy the summer right next to you and not under your bed... If you need help with desensitization training, get in touch with me now

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We want to rejoice with the rest of the world and continue to promote Microchips for pets Sweet Fisher is home with his family after 290 days! They searched daily and never gave up hope! He was lost in OCMD during vacation and was found near Baltimore. This video speaks volumes... Welcome home, Fishy! See more

Videos like this are always on TikTok or Facebook. How many have you watched where you found yourself laughing or shaking your head saying oh yes, that breed is known for xyz...? This is not humorous at all. I find this to be extremely concerning and if this had been my dog in a training class, I would have had steam coming out of my ears This is not happiness. This is discomfort and shut down at its finest. He is clearly sharing his feelings and they are being ignored.... When he finally does lay down, it is seen as compliance and the pressure from the leash is relieved. These methods are aversive and can absolutely pave a dark path to aggressive behaviors in a dog. Please know that you, and your dog’s, safety, well-being, and happiness are paramount when you work with me. Please share and be aware! #forcefreedogtrainer

Dispel-a-Myth Monday Harnesses make dogs pull In short, no!... Dogs will do whatever is reinforcing for them! If pulling gets them the attention they crave from other people or dogs, guess what they will do A harness is a piece of equipment that can be used to safely distribute the weight of your dog and protect his/her neck while on walks. A harness does not in itself cause or prevent pulling. Training and working with your dog on loose leash behaviors, however, will help you reduce or extinguish these same behaviors! While many people find that just using collars/aversive equipment helps prevent pulling, please consider the damage it can do to your pup’s neck and throat (even if he/she only pulls a little bit!). What will happen if you do not have the collar with you? Dogs cannot breathe well when they are pulling. This can cause a lack of oxygen to the brain. Can you breathe or process information well without oxygen? This can cause panic, which may result in more pulling! It’s a vicious cycle, so Protect The Neck at all costs As with anything, we need to positively desensitize our dogs to this type of equipment and help them understand how to walk appropriately while on leash. We cannot expect that placing a harness on any pup will fix the behaviors we see during our walks! Here are some tips: Find a harness that fits comfortably on your dog. I love Y-shaped harnesses with both a front and back loop. Give your dog some time to test the harness before you use it on walks. If he/she continuously scratches or bites at the harness, consider the fit or comfort level before proceeding! Practice walking expectations in the least-distracting environment first! Walk around your house, then move to your back yard, then to your front yard etc. Environmental stimuli like squirrels, bunnies, bikes, people, other dogs (the list is huge!) can make it really tough on your pup. Setting him/her up in a low-distraction environment first is crucial for long-term success Find a trainer who will help you apply positive reinforcement strategies to help reduce pulling while on walks. . When we reinforce the behaviors we want to see, can you imagine how nice your walks could be Yes, a harness is a wonderful piece of equipment and I encourage all of my clients to use one! But, keep in mind that just like dogs, not all harnesses are alike! Find what works best for YOUR pup and practice those loose leash skills together! Need help? Message me now

Although we specialize in canines, we don’t want to deny our feline friends the amazing benefits of enrichment Cats can ABSOLUTELY benefit from purposeful exercise (how many of you play outside or take your cat for a walk?) If your feline friend would rather stay indoors, try playing a few games for both mental and physical enrichment... *Snufflemats and Snuffleballs are perfect for slow-feeding your feline friend! Don’t have one on hand, leave me a message and I can help you *Purchase a fun Treat/Food Puzzle at your local pet store! If they do not have them, ask if they will order one for you *Play Hide-n-Seek! If you have kiddos, this game will never get old (especially if you can teach your cat how to find you) *Grab-n-Go! This game is great for any age, but will expel some of the extra energy kittens bring to the table! Simply measure out your kitten’s dry kibble meal, place a small amount in a treat puzzle/Snufflemat and use the rest for this game! Toss pieces of the dry kibble across the floor (non-carpeted floors are even more fun!) and watch your furry friend fly after it! Toss in an area where he/she can see the food and go slow when introducing the game! As soon as your kitten gets to the food and eats it, make kissy noises and call him/her back to you (yes, cats can practice recall!) and continue to play the game! This works well with puppies, dogs, kittens, and cats Have Fun