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How to Train Your Dog to Ride in a Bike Basket
Riding with your dog in a bike basket can look fun, but it’s also risky if your dog isn’t properly prepared. At Elite K9 Service, we view...

Elite K9 Service
3 days ago2 min read


When to Use a Muzzle
A muzzle is a safety tool, not a punishment. ⸻ Most people see a dog in a muzzle and assume the worst: “That dog must be aggressive.”...

Elite K9 Service
Aug 112 min read


How to SOCIALIZE Your DOG (Without Making Things Worse)
Socialization isn’t playtime — it’s exposure under control. ⸻ Most dog owners hear the word socialization and picture their dog running...

Elite K9 Service
Aug 43 min read


Dogs Don’t Speak English — They Speak “Action Equals Consequence"
If you want results, speak their language. ⸻ At Elite K9 Service, we don’t believe in begging dogs to behave. We believe in teaching them...

Elite K9 Service
Jul 282 min read


Why Your Dog Attacks the Vacuum (And How to STOP It)
It’s Not Fear — It’s a Lack of Structure. If your dog lunges, barks, or bites at the vacuum, you’ve probably been told it’s because...

Elite K9 Service
Jul 213 min read


How to STOP Resource Guarding
It’s Not About the Territory — It’s About Control. Does your dog growl when you approach their food? Snap when someone walks near their...

Elite K9 Service
Jul 142 min read


How to Stop Your Dog from Chewing
It’s Not Teething — It’s a Lack of Structure. Chewed furniture. Destroyed baseboards. Shredded shoes. Most owners shrug it off: “He’s...

Elite K9 Service
Jul 72 min read


Training Isn’t Working? It’s Because You’re Doing the Right Things at the Wrong Time
Timing is everything, and most dog owners get it wrong. You’ve practiced Sit. You’ve offered treats. You’ve watched YouTube videos. But...

Elite K9 Service
Jun 302 min read


Out of Control on Walks? The Real Reason Your Dog Pulls, Barks, and Reacts
It’s not energy. It’s not excitement. It’s your walk — and you’re doing it wrong. Every week, we hear it: “My dog’s great at home, but...

Elite K9 Service
Jun 233 min read


What to Do When a Dog Refuses to Walk
It’s Not About the Leash, It’s About the Mindset. If your dog plants their feet, lays down, or flat-out refuses to move on a walk, it’s...

Elite K9 Service
Jun 163 min read


Puppy Training That Actually Works
Don’t Wait for Maturity, Build Obedience from Day One Most people think they need to “wait until the dog’s older” to start training....

Elite K9 Service
Jun 93 min read


How to Properly Correct a Dog
Correction Isn’t About Being Mean... It’s About Clarity Most trainers today are afraid to use the word correction. They’ll call it...

Elite K9 Service
Jun 22 min read


How to Overcome Leash Reactivity
Your Dog’s Not Out of Control, You Just Haven’t Taken Control Yet. If your dog loses its mind on a leash — barking, lunging, growling —...

Elite K9 Service
May 263 min read


Can a Puppy Have Discipline?
Yes - Most people think puppy training is about baby talk, begging for good behavior, and waiting until the dog is older before they...

Elite K9 Service
May 193 min read


How to Train Your Dog to Stop Running Out the Door
Calm Behavior Starts at the Threshold If your dog bolts through doors, it’s not a minor issue, it’s a respect issue. Whether it’s guests...

Elite K9 Service
May 122 min read


How to Train Your Dog to Play Fetch (The Right Way)
Structured Play, Clear Commands, and Real Engagement Fetch isn’t just about throwing a ball, it’s about teaching your dog to engage with...

Elite K9 Service
May 53 min read


How to Teach Your Dog to ‘Go Meet’
Controlled Socialization, Calm Introductions, and Real-World Manners Meeting new people and other dogs is a normal part of life—but...

Elite K9 Service
Apr 283 min read


Hand Feeding vs. Bowl Feeding: What Builds a Better Dog?
Structure, Focus, and Leadership at Mealtime Most dog owners don’t think twice about feeding their dog from a bowl. It’s convenient,...

Elite K9 Service
Apr 213 min read


How to Train Your Dog to Stop Chasing Lizards
Impulse Control. Obedience. Real-World Focus. In Florida and similar warm climates, lizards are everywhere—and for many dogs, they’re...

Elite K9 Service
Apr 143 min read


How to Keep Mosquitoes Off Your Dog During Walks
Simple Protection for Safer, More Comfortable Training Sessions You’re halfway through a walk, your dog’s starting to focus, and then the...

Elite K9 Service
Apr 73 min read
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