Here you will view each current guest and learn what they are up to as well as viewing pics and videos of the current month's dog games. We also post pictures and videos on our Facebook page.
Enjoy!
Note: We will only be posting blogs and pics of dogs we're training, or are otherwise involved in activities such as swimming, hiking or showing. If you want pics of dogs who are here for only boarding there will be an additional fee of $15 per picture session as it's time consuming. Note: Often, however, our play yard videos (on Facebook) will feature all of our K9 guests; even those who are not scheduled for additional activities.
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July 2026
Boone and Otter
Otter and Boone are 3-month-old Silver Lab puppies. They're visiting for a couple weeks of training. It's SO easy to train pups at this age. In just the first day they were offering come and sit. We started working on the down, too. They easily follow me around, as puppies do. They're also well on their way to being house trained. They go outside to do their business provided they always have access. This is gonna be fun!!! Plus, PUPPY BREATH!!!
7/6: Getting to know these little guys better. First, they don't like being separated, so we must work in tandem. Boone won't take treats and Otter will whine. Working on come, sit, down and follow. Also, no biting! Sit for attention is in the bag. They are going outside to potty, so they have a good idea on what to do with housetraining.
7/7: The boys have learned how to perform the down. Otter got it first, but once Boone learned he had to remain seated while lowering his head he caught on, too. They are not learning to walk with me. In tandem, of course.
7/6: Getting to know these little guys better. First, they don't like being separated, so we must work in tandem. Boone won't take treats and Otter will whine. Working on come, sit, down and follow. Also, no biting! Sit for attention is in the bag. They are going outside to potty, so they have a good idea on what to do with housetraining.
7/7: The boys have learned how to perform the down. Otter got it first, but once Boone learned he had to remain seated while lowering his head he caught on, too. They are not learning to walk with me. In tandem, of course.
Hazel
Hazel, the mini Goldendoodle is visiting for a few weeks. She's always a joy as she's easy to care for and so smart. She loves her daily hikes and performing tricks several times a day, with belly rubs after each meal.
Our new member of the Shady Mountain Pet Retreat family - Bear, demonstrates how to teach loose leash walking and progress to off leash hiking in the woods.
Play Yard Fun
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