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Reactive dog training Temecula CA USA

SUNNY- “INSTANT RESULTS = INSTANT HAPPINESS”

    Wow! I never imagined my shelter adopted dog could go from terrified reactive towards other dogs to happily playing with another dog in 2 sessions!!!I adopted Sunny from a shelter when she was 3 yrs old. I dreamed of having a hiking partner but she was too hard to walk. She pulled me and went in a full psychosis any time she saw another dog. Walking Sunny was painful, embarrassing, and impossible. I never thought I could afford dog training specific for behavioral problems but the I heard of Mango Dogs. I cannot say enough about Mango Dogs. Sunny was a new dog after 20… Read More »SUNNY- “INSTANT RESULTS = INSTANT HAPPINESS”

    “SPARKY”- FITTING INTO THE FAMILY LIFESTYLE

      This training is amazing! I didn’t believe he could have our puppy trained in 5 weeks, but he did! As a trail runner, I had some very specific requests about how I wanted my dog running with me, on top of the basics. He listened and worked with us.My dog is so well-behaved. I feel comfortable sending my kids out on a walk with her and also having her off-leash.After training with Mango Dogs, I feel like any dog is capable of being a great dog!I highly recommend these guys!! -April Wilmer

      “PATCHES”- SETTING FOUNDATIONS CHANGES EVERYTHING!

        Who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks? Patches at 7 has done a complete 180 in regard to her temperament. The training has helped us so much! She has been very protective and would tend to run off if she got the chance, pull me while walking on a leash etc. Now we can go for walks without her barking at people or dogs, she doesn’t try to run after other animals when she sees them. If she happens to get out on her own she responds to my commands and comes right to me. I can’t thank Mango Dogs enough for… Read More »“PATCHES”- SETTING FOUNDATIONS CHANGES EVERYTHING!

        “MAX” NEW TECHNIQUES = PERFORMING DOG

          Mango Dogs was fantastic. He was back in his hometown for a short stay and was able to squeeze in some time with us for a session. Our dog, Max, had some pulling issues and was nervous/aggressive when meeting other dogs. Within 30-45 minutes of meeting Max, Mango Dogs was able to curb his pulling and pass on some steps to take to consistently move forward. He also gave us some valuable techniques for calmly and safely introducing Max to other dogs. We feel much more comfortable bringing Max to public places and taking him on family outings. Their trainers are so knowledgeable, patient and… Read More »“MAX” NEW TECHNIQUES = PERFORMING DOG

          Spay and neuter?

            Much has changed in the Veterinary world in regards to spaying and neutering in recent years. When I first got a dog about 15 years ago, every Vet that I talked to was 100% firm on spaying and neutering at 6 months of age. More research has been done in this area and the hearts and minds of some Vets have come to change. I’m not a Veterinarian, so please don’t take anything in this blog as medical advice. This blog post is only to give my opinions, and you should know that I never give medical opinions because I’m not a trained Vet. I’m… Read More »Spay and neuter?

            Should you correct your dog for growling?

              Should you correct your dog for growling? A question I get frequently and one that’s worth investigating. The answer….drum roll, please…. Sometimes yes, sometimes no. A common sentiment among dog owners, trainers, and most other pet professionals is that you should never correct your dog for growling because if you do, your dog will stop growling and go directly to a bite the next time. While this is true, it’s not the full story. First of all, we need to define the fact that there are different types of growling. –Play growling.Play growling is very common, and not an issue. Some breeds growl a lot… Read More »Should you correct your dog for growling?

              Socialization basics

                Let’s start with some simple terminology A dog fight is serious—The dogs involved have serious intentions to hurt or kill the other dog. A dog argument—Much more common, and they look a lot like a dog fight. Often the dogs are up on their hind legs, and their teeth are smashing together. Plenty of noise, but it looks and sounds a lot worse than it actually is. Pinning—A dog pins another dog on the ground in an effort to control the other dog. It’s extremely rare that the dog who was pinned will be hurt. The desire is to subdue and control them, not to… Read More »Socialization basics

                Livestock Guardians

                  As a dog trainer who trains and specializes in rehabilitating aggressive dogs, I feel the need to sound the alarm on livestock guardian breed dogs. The most common (LGD) we tend to see here in Nova Scotia would be Great Pyrenees, but we also see Anatolian Shepherds and Maremmas. They are beautiful dogs but their size and behavioral traits are often overlooked by well-meaning dog owners. I hate to be the jerk who overgeneralizes and says none of these dogs can fit into a normal city home because that’s just not true. However, I have two reasons for writing this blog. 1. Most people who… Read More »Livestock Guardians