Meet the trainer, Maddie!

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  Gaining the trust of nervous dogs can be one of life’s greatest joys. Customizing training plans that fit the needs of individual dogs is important to Maddie. She wants to build that trust, then build confidence and teach new skills. Madison Giove (Maddie to us) joined Cold Nose Lodge as an assistant dog handler…

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Meet the Trainer, Lori!

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Every relationship with a dog is unique, and Lori Snyder’s training approach reflects that belief. Lori focuses on helping dogs and their people better understand one another, building communication, trust, and a stronger everyday bond. She views training as a relationship—one that should feel supportive, rewarding, and enjoyable for both ends of the leash. A…

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Play School at the Lodge

We are excited to begin our newest program for the dogs in our care. In our new Play School program, we are providing an outlet for dogs to meet different needs than the daycare playgroup alone can do. We customize the activities for each dog and make sure to hit all five senses throughout the…

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How to pick a training style for your dog

There are many variables that go into picking the right training style for your dog; the correct harness, leash, crate, treats, food choice, etc. The main objective when picking a style is to pick a method that’s positive. Some positive styles of training include “reward based training.” When your dog does something that is positive…

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