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About Our Dogs

 

When working with problem dogs, it is often necessary to have on hand a selection of emotionally stable, well-balanced dogs.  This "pack" of dogs can serve many functions in the rehabilitation process.  Balanced dogs can serve as role models for a problem dog; they can also become playmates, allowing for social interaction; and they can simply provide a non-reactive target stimulus for the problem dog, dissipating any social tensions and frustrations.  We've had many dogs assume these critical roles in the rehabilitation process.  Here's our current line-up:

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Philly

 

Philly came to us as a semi-feral adult dog.  She was very reactive to both humans and dogs, and was not trust-worthy with either.  After several months of work, she finally started to come around.  She ended up staying with us-- after she learned how to play, she was an incredible nanny-dog for various puppies coming to us with issues.

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Cody

 

Cody was a fear-biter from a local shelter.  He thrived with a gentle approach, and later became a confident little dog.  He remained with us and now helps others dogs his size find their place in the world.

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Dorian

 

Dorian is not the brains of the operation.  But what he lacks in brilliance he makes up for in social skill and fortitude.  He's a solid unflappable dog, both physically and socially.  He's the go-to dog when working with other reactive dogs.  When not working, he enjoys collecting calories.

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Teddy

 

Archibald

 

Teddy was another behavioral case that came to us as a puppy.  Even at 6 weeks old, he could be quite nasty and even aggressive, though he's now nicely recovered.  Part American Bulldog, he is a very high-drive dog, and excels in all types of sports and physical activities.  Teddy tells us right away when another dog is emotionally unstable.

 

Archibald (Archie) was clearly a backyard dog, as he had no idea how to behave inside a home.  With consistent training and guidance, he soon became a valuable member of our small-dog brigade.

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Chacho macho

 

Chacho is a Shih-tzu that came to us as a puppy with a serious biting problem.  Once tamed, he became an immediate asset as part of our small-dog brigade.  Despite his vision issues, he gets around and socializes just fine.

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We've also had some great mentor dogs that have since passed...

 

Jazzy

 

Besser Blue

 

Austin

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