Steps to Selecting a GREAT Pet Sitter in Tampa
Steps to Selecting a GREAT Pet Sitter in Tampa Courteous Canine, Inc. offers pet sitting and we want to make it easier to help you choose a pet sitter. Courteous Canine, Inc. has a network of pet sitters so even if you are located in an area that we don’t current service we can put you in touch with a great sitter. So contact us and [...]
Upcoming Event at Courteous Canine, Inc.: Fun Day of Dog Dock Jumping and Agility!
Upcoming Event at Courteous Canine, Inc.: Fun Day of Dog Dock Jumping and Agility! Courteous Canine, Inc. and Health Mutt Present A fun day of Dock Jumping, Agility and Free Dog Training Advice Agility Run Thrus Nested courses Standard and Jumpers (Novice and Excellent) $5 per run $20 unlimited runs Dock Jumping $5 per five jumps or $20 for unlimited jumps (five jump cycles) Free [...]
Tampa Dog Training Tips: If Dogs Played Softball
Tampa Dog Training Tips: If Dogs Played Softball One of the activities I have missed the most since my move from Cookeville is attending the softball games at TTU. The days of sitting in the sun with one of my dogs at my feet, surrounded by friends, many who also brought their dogs, is a good memory. So this past weekend I was thrilled to [...]
News Release – Courteous Canine, Inc. Launches New Pet Care Services
Courteous Canine, Inc. Launches New Pet Care Services Courteous Canine, Inc. National Dog Training and Pet Care Franchise launches force-free pet sitting and dog walking in Tampa. Lutz, FL – Courteous Canine, Inc. of Tampa proudly announces its new ‘force-free’ pet sitting and dog walking services adding to its extensive Courteous Canine Dog Training programs. According to Angelica Steinker, of the Tampa Courteous Canine, Inc. [...]
Book Review: Plenty in Life is Free: Reflections on Dogs, Training and Finding Grace
Author: Kathy Sdao, ACAAB Publisher: Dogwise Publishing, Wenatchee, WA, 2012 Most dog trainers are conscientious people who work very hard to stay abreast of the latest protocols, looking for new and improved methods of working with dogs, especially those with issues. One protocol which burst onto the scene several years ago is known as “Nothing In Live Is Free (NILIF),” “Work to Earn,” and a [...]
Tampa Dog Training Health and Safety:Natural Does NOT Mean Safe: Dog Shampoo can be Dangerous
Tampa Dog Training Health and Safety:Natural Does NOT Mean Safe: Dog Shampoo can be Dangerous Turns out that many dog shampoos contains a natural substance that can actually be dangerous to dogs. To learn more click on the link to our blog. https://www.necn.com/10/07/12/Dog-almost-dies-from-reaction-to-shampoo/landing.html?blockID=785261&feedID=11106
Tampa Dog Training Tip: Resource Guarding
Resource guarding is a common issue and one that responds very well to behavior modification. While every case is individual generally a detailed counter conditioning program is very effective. things that do not work and can actually make the dog more dangerous are: throwing things at the dog, shouting at dog, or hitting. Resource guarding is about fear so to truly modify the problem you [...]
Tampa Dog News: Sign the Promise, Be a Responsible Dog Owner!
In recognition of Responsible Dog Ownership Day, The DogSmith encourages every dog lover to participate in Responsible Dog Ownership Day activities and sign the AKC’s Pet Promise! Washington County Fl – The American Kennel Club’s (AKC) Responsible Dog Ownership (RDO) Day is an annual series of events that take place across the nation during the entire month of September. The flagship AKC Responsible Dog Ownership [...]
Dog Training Tampa Testimonial: Client Success!
Dog Training Tampa Testimonial: Client Success! Client success! Daisy used to chase squirrels in her back yard, thanks to our My Dog Has Issues Group class her chasing days are over. 100% positively trained and in a short period of time! [hana-flv-player video="https://courteouscanine.com//images/stories/videos/cc_dog_squirrel.flv" width="400" height="320" player="4" autoplay="false" loop="false" autorewind="true" /]
Tampa Dog Health and Safety: Death Cap Mushrooms
Tampa Dog Health and Safety: Death Cap Mushrooms As many of you know Angelica's min pin Turbo died as a result of eating an Amanita-type mushroom. Death Cap mushrooms are extremely toxic and dangerous and Courteous Canine, Inc has been spreading the word since Turbo's death. This mushroom commonly pops up after rain and while this can not be entirely prevented if you use a [...]
Tampa Dog Training Tip: Fun and Games for Dogs and their Humans
Fun and Games for Dogs and their Humans by Angelica Steinker, M.Ed., CAP2, CDBC, NADOI and IAABC endorsed If you love your dog-- you love seeing your dog smile. Watching a dog joyfully run and leap will bring a smile to most faces. What could be better than to experience this kind of fun with your dog? Fortunately there are literally dozens of ways [...]