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Harvesting Good Behavior: Helping Your Pup Succeed this Fall Season
Hi Reader!
As the cooler temperatures make these September days bearable here in Arizona, it also means that routines are changing and more folks are outside sharing space and bringing their pups along too.
For reactive pups, this can be a tough transition. We are so excited to support our clients and the public toward more successful outings. Group skills practice will be available starting in October!
For new puppies coming home, this is an incredible time to tackle proper socialization. Our Perfect Puppy Parent Club members have access to guidance for safe socialization adventures while building skills with their pups.
But just because it's back-to-school season doesn't mean the focus is only on training!
At Smiles Dog Training, we're all about the whole dog and the wonderful experience of pet parenting. In this month's newsletter, we're addressing how pain, environment, and community can affect your pup's behavior.
Thank you for being a part of our incredible community!
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Hello, I'm Sara. Enrich.Educate.Enjoy! life with your dog when you subscribe to our monthly newsletter and check out the resources I offer as a Creator & Educator!
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