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Gainesville Times Life Article

Blue Dog Academy was featured in the Gainesville Times Life Section! Click the link below to view original article on www.GainesvilleTimes.com . https://www.gainesvilletimes.com/life/murrayville-woman-and-her-farm-offer-second-chances-training-dogs/ Article summary: By Layne Saliba 3/1/19 Lisa Nichol almost gave up on Billy. She had already begun trying to find a new home for the feist terrier mix, who often seemed like he was talking back — barking at her instead of following commands — and even seemed on the edge of biting. Nichol was ready to stop putting any more effort into training him, thinking instead of returning Billy to the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia. Her final hope was Vickey Russell and a 23-acre farm in Murrayville. “Billy did not like me,” Nichol said. “I finally took him out to Vickey’s and I said, ‘Here, you take him. You train him.’ And I think she had him for two or three weeks and the turnaround in this dog was so unbelievable.” Russell, who owns Blue Dog Academy, had already trained Nichol’s other dog, Lotta, in agility. So, as a last-ditch effort, she figured she might as well hand Billy over, too. Russell trains dogs at her home in obedience, agility and even sheep herding. She’s […]

Dog Care, Educational

Canine Chiropractic

The benefits of chiropractic care are not just for humans! Dogs can benefit from proper alignment also. Working dogs, performance dogs, or family pets can benefit from proper alignment. Research shows that the interruption of proper nerve flow, for whatever reason, can eventually lead to pain, disability, and an overall decrease in the quality of life. However, when a body (human or canine) is in a state of proper alignment it has less pain, more mobility, and the ability to restore itself to proper health. Dr. Drew of the Murrayville Chiropractic is shown here adjusting one of my dogs. Thanks Dr. Drew for the “healing” house call. http://www.murrayvillechiropractic.com

Dog Care, Educational, Inspirational

The Faithful Family Pet

The Gilliland Family, contacted me soon after they picked up their new puppy, Cooper. I did a home visit to help them get started with their new puppy and we then made arrangements for Cooper to attend training camp for Pet Manners when he reached 16 weeks. Chuck and Lea Gilliland are both radiologists, very busy professionals. They are also the proud parents of four beautiful girls, Celia 13, Mary Caroline 10, Maggie 7, and Charlie 4. Needless to say, their lives are full. They had lost their last dog, a Springer Spaniel named Jerry to cancer at age 10, approximately five years prior. Now they found themselves ready for a new dog. They agreed on another Springer Spaniel with a few conditions, they wanted a pleasing temperament with a calm demeanor, no hyperactivity. So, they began their research to find a Springer Spaniel breeder who focuses on overall health, temperament, and calmness. They found just the kennel, Lanewood Kennel, in Fort Valley Georgia. They visited, got to know the owners, met the puppy and the puppy’s parents, and the deal was sealed! As a trainer, I have to say they did everything right! • Researched the breed • Located […]

Dog Care, Educational, Inspirational

Let The Buyer Beware!

Jay Kelly understands the heartbreak of purchasing a puppy from a poor breeder. He purchased a lab puppy from what he thought was a reputable breeder, only to discover that by 18 months his puppy was dying from Blastomycosis. He contacted the breeder and was convinced by the breeder that this disease was a fluke. So, trusting Jay decided to purchase another lab puppy from this breeder. At 18 months his heart was breaking again. Yes, this puppy also had Blastomycosis, a deadly disease. Again, he contacted the breeder, shared vet records from UGA, and the breeder would not take any responsibility or action regarding the matter. Shame on this breeder!! Two puppies with the same disease is evidence of a genetic defect. So, determined Jay decided to find a healthy lab from a conscientious breeder. He did his due diligence, he researched, read reviews, visited the kennels, met the parents, and asked a lot of questions! He found the right kennel: Cedar Creek Retrievers in Holly Hill, South Carolina, www.cedarcreekretrievers.com Jay is tremendously pleased with his new pup Cooper. He came by for a private lesson to get Cooper off to a good start. As you can see from […]