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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
Jul 16, 20235 min read
When your dog won't comply, ask yourself why?
When implementing a new behavior or routine, I most often try to create opportunities to “habit stack.” Habit stacking refers to adding...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
Jul 12, 20235 min read
Nutrition 101
Canines, like humans, benefit from a wide variety of whole, unprocessed and minimally processed foods. By eating a diverse amount of...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
Jun 27, 20235 min read
Keeping Our Dogs Safe in the Summer Heat: Essential Tips for City Living
As the summer season hits full swing it is crucial to understand how to keep our pups safe in the heat and to know the potential risks...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
Jun 20, 20234 min read
Why choosing the right leash matters
Are you handling your pup’s leash properly? Did you know there was a proper way to handle a leash? Let’s explore! When choosing a leash,...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
Jun 14, 20232 min read
Set your pup up for success this summer!
Is your pup nervous during fireworks? This is the time to talk to your veterinarian, trainer, and other care team professionals to ensure...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
Jun 7, 20234 min read
Fitness Tip: Build your pup's recall while you build your hammies!
At Engaged Dogs, one of our overarching goals in all we do is to work “smarter, not harder.” Like any good formerly gifted child who was...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
May 23, 20231 min read
Getting clear on the type of walk you're on and how to communicate this to your pup
How do you differentiate the type of walk you're on? How do you communicate this to your dog? Learn along with Hudson and I how to...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
May 23, 20235 min read
Leash Manners 102- Leash Management Skills
You’re strolling along with Fido who is showing off all of her best leash manners when suddenly she notices another dog/ a squirrel/ a...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
May 17, 20236 min read
Leash Manners 101: Teaching & Maintaining Good Leash Manners
“Are you ready for your walkies?!” You coo in a high pitched baby talk type voice. Your formerly snoozing dog rockets off of the couch...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
May 7, 20232 min read
FAST FOOD- Smoothies for Pups & Pawrents
Our ‘FAST FOOD’ segment is meant to make delicious and nutrient dense food easy, accessible, and fast for pups and pawrents! Check out...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
May 2, 20235 min read
Fitness Fun for Pups and Pawrents
Fitness is important for both 4-legged and 2-legged friends, and in this busy modern world we are all co-existing in together, trying to...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
Apr 25, 20233 min read
FAST FOOD- Pupsicles!
FAST FOOD: Creating delicious and nutritious recipes for pups and pawrents, made quick and easy Pupsicles Pupsicles are a fun and easy...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
Apr 20, 20233 min read
Help Your Dog Manage Their Emotions and Energy with Pattern Games!
For dogs who struggle with anxiety, nervousness, reactivity, excitability, overstimulation, and more, teaching and utilizing Pattern...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
Mar 21, 20235 min read
Relationship First: Your Relationship is the Foundation of Your Training.
Treats? Check. Clicker? Check. High value toy? Check. Leash? Check. Relationship with your dog? Um, wait, what? How is your relationship...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
Mar 6, 20235 min read
Why do you Walk Your Dog? Consider Walking Your Dog with Intention...
What is the purpose of walking your dog? If you answered physical exercise, you’d be partially right, but what other purpose might...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
Nov 30, 20221 min read
Wellness Tips for Travel
Whether you travel by plane, train, automobile or boat traveling can take a toll on you if you don't make your health a priority. It can...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
Oct 28, 20223 min read
Decrease Pain and Stiffness at Your Desk.
Do you live each day with aches and pains? Most people do, especially in today's technology focused world many of us are staring into...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
Jul 8, 20224 min read
Teaching Recall/ "Come" when called
What you will need: ½ of your dog’s kibble A high incentive treat, cut into very small pieces; (dehydrated beef liver or freeze dried...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
Jul 8, 20224 min read
Dog Socialization; What it is and what it is not
Is your dog struggling with reactivity? Overexcitement? Overstimulation? Or are you looking to set your new puppy up for success? Let's...
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Sara-Jane and Steve Gage
Jul 8, 20225 min read
Does your dog have the opportunity to say “No?” Let’s talk about consent!
Allowing your dog to have the opportunity to say no and set personal boundaries is one of the most important trust building factors in...
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