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All dogs over time will regress in training and need some maintanence to keep their training sharp. Below are some reminders on how to keep your training up-to-date, and how you can incorporate it into your daily routine:
- Add three separate segments of training to all your daily walks. Mix in a few commands while out strolling and watch as your dog starts to improve again on walks.
- Try making dinner time an opportunity to add some obedience training into your routine! Prior to putting the food bowl down, have your dog perform a “down” or “sit/stay”. Start out with having your dog “stay” a few seconds, and then slowly increase the “stay” for up to 3 minutes. This can be a challenge at first, but with repetition this will get your dog sharp again on all “stay” commands.
- TV and doggie pushups! Next time you have a few minutes while watching TV, grab a few snacks and have your dog perform a “down” command. Give your dog a treat for success, and then have them perform a “sit” command from the “down” position. Give a treat for success and in no time at all, watch how fast your dog will start performing the doggie pushups!
- Incorporate playtime AND training time! While throwing the ball or playing with other toys, add obedience to the game. This gives your dog great exercise and allows for immediate reward using the toy for all commands.
- Saturday Class! Swing by Snug Pet Resort on Saturday mornings at 9:00 AM. Add one Saturday class to your calendar per month and come have fun for both you and your dog while keeping your dog’s training sharp. Class is free to all 3 week boot camp clients.
Remember, Snug Pet Resort is here every day to answer questions or give advice on any training issues!
Mike Stone
CEO
It’s that time of year….again!
FLEA AND HEARTWORM PREVENTATIVES
Fleas are a very common external parasite that can affect dogs and cats year-round in San Diego. Flea Allergic Dermatitis (FAD) is the most common veterinary dermatologic condition in the world! Signs include scratching, chewing, licking, and biting. Hair loss, reddened skin, and sores are common. Many dogs and cats that are allergic to the bite of a flea have very few fleas on them because their excessive grooming activity removes the flea.
Ingestion of fleas by your pet can lead to intestinal tapeworm (Dipylidium caninum) infestation.
Heartworm is now considered endemic to San Diego County. Heartworms are transmitted to dogs and cats through mosquito bites. The worms develop in the bloodstream and eventually lodge in the heart where they cause extensive damage. The good news is such a devastating disease is 100% preventable. (more…)
By Groomer: Nina Zarceno
We bring the luxury Hollywood A-list Spa services directly from L.A to your beloved pets’ second home: SNUG PET RESORT! Aromatherapy, deep massaging medicated baths, blueberry facials, soothing hypo-allergenic treatments and paw balm moisturizing ointments, there really is nothing we won’t spoil our clients with. Our professional team is highly trained to not only maintain and help restore your furry pal’s coat but to search for any dermatitis or skin issues. We have made it our goal to help catch any developing skin irritations and go straight to the source to solve the issue. Whether it is caused by seasonal allergies, food allergies, fleas or an uncommon irritation, our spa team is ready and willing to help. (more…)
By: Mike Stone
Some SWEET holidays have come and gone and more are approaching in the next few months. This means the opportunity for your pet to get into sweet things is at an all-time high! Chocolate is not good for your dog and can, in fact, be deadly. This hazard has encouraged me to revisit the training issue of your pet’s House Manners. Remember that your dog needs boundaries in the home to establish the proper hierarchy.
Here are some quick tips to get your house manners back in the right direction and to ensure your dog stays safe during these tasty holidays:
- Establish a couple areas or beds that are specific places for your dog to relax in the home. Generally the living room and bedroom work best. (more…)
By Toni Stone
We all have a tough time when it comes to leaving our favorite furry four-legged friends. Trying to find the right boarding facility that makes you feel comfortable is always a struggle. There are some things you can do to help both you AND your pet have a successful, fun and stress-free stay. Here are some easy tips to follow when boarding your pet:
First, you want to make sure you have taken a tour of the facility. Always be wary of staff that requires you to make an appointment to see the facility. This means that they are going to most likely “prepare” for your visit and have everything…as it should be. Most confident facilities will tell you the best times to come tour, and when you get to the actual facility, should be able to show you around within a few minutes. (more…)
By: Dr. John Ashbaugh DVM
Preventative Medicine at Snug Pet Resort and Animal Hospital
In Part One of an ongoing series, we present some important topics in preventative medicine and patient care:
At Snug Pet Resort, we strive to provide your pet with the safest, cleanest, most interactive boarding and daycare experience available. Your pet’s health and well-being is of the utmost importance to us, whether they are here for a few hours of daycare or a more extended boarding or training visit.
Intestinal Parasitism
In accordance with the guidelines for parasite control set forth by the Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC), and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), we strongly recommend monthly intestinal parasite control and heartworm prevention for all our furry hospital patients, daycare, boarding and training guests. (more…)
Snug Pet Resort has been nominated for both the CBS 8 Mojo awards as well as the ABC 10 A-List awards. Please vote for us today!
This is one of those stories we just love to tell…
Layla is a pit bull mix and also a rescue dog. She’s sweet, beautiful, and she can now use her keen sense of smell to help save her family member that once saved her, a 6 year old boy. The family lives in New York City and their young son has an extreme and potentially deadly reaction to peanuts. Celebrity dog trainer Mike Stone, Co-Owner of Snug Pet Resort, was recently (more…)
We still have availability in Buddy Boarding and Daycare Boarding for over the Christmas holiday. Your dog must be neutered or spayed if it is older then 6 months and social with other dogs. Call the front desk to schedule your spot! Limited spots available!!
