Dogs are definitely a “pawsitively” precious part of life, but pet ownership isn’t always a walk in the park.
When behavioral issues with canine companions arise, Orange County pet parents look to Honey Dog Training for help.
Owner Jessica Graham isn’t fazed by common conundrums like whining, barking, or lunging pets. These are typical behaviors she observes when visiting clients’ homes throughout Yorba Linda and Anaheim Hills–and she approaches each situation without judgment.
Why are these pet problems so widespread? Jessica has a theory of her own.
“In a world where we have decided that dogs are a multi-billion dollar industry (think toys, food maze bowls, clothing, etc.) we have gone so far away from our dog’s needs versus that of our dog’s wants,” she explains. “I am all about a cute dog hat or swimming pool for your dog— but my priority lies first with providing what our dogs need.”
“To me, it is important to spend more time helping our dogs work through their fears and lack of confidence, and less time taking them places where they could probably care less about being,” she continues.
“Now, I’m not saying taking your dog to a Farmer’s Market isn’t ideal, or that walking along the beach with your dog isn’t a joyous feeling, but does your dog really want to be there?”
When it comes to determining how comfortable your dog may feel in a certain situation or environment, consider the following questions.
“Have we helped them feel good in those environments and set them up for success? Or are we having to pull them away from things constantly? Are we having to avoid various situations? Oftentimes, I see dogs racing to get to things or panting from anxiety/stress that they need to work through on their own,” she says.
If the scenarios above sound familiar, don’t be dismayed. Instead, consider reaching out to Honey Dog Training to get started on the path to a happier pet and a stronger bond with them.
“This is where I come in!” she says. “I want you to have the life you’ve always wanted with your dog. A life where you can take them to the places you enjoy, seek out the things that they enjoy, and who knows? Maybe you’ll love them, too!”
“My clients love taking their dogs on runs, bike rides, a morning coffee shop run, hiking on trails, and more–and the difference is that the dogs enjoy it, too! They appear relaxed, content, and calm.”
Through her business, Jessica is on a mission to help people foster strong relationships with their dogs by discovering what makes their four-legged friends tick.
“While I’m not a therapy dog trainer, I train dogs with the same mentality,” she says.
“I train dogs to be social. I train dogs to feel calm and good in their surroundings so that they can live the lives we have imagined with them!”
Services offered by Honey Dog Training include everything from a Hybrid Immersive In-Home Program, private in-home sessions, group classes for socialization, and free supportive group virtual lessons to community pack walks–there’s something for everyone.
“If you’re ready to take the next step in order to have the life you’ve always wanted with your dog, please fill out a form athoneydogtraining.com/contact and I will give you a call. My community has grown thanks to word of mouth and social media, so feel free to follow me on all socials as well!”
“I train dogs to feel calm and good in their surroundings so that they can live the lives we have imagined with them!” -Jessica Graham