*Special Needs* (Sorry about the novel... believe it or not this IS the 'short version'!) Heads up... cutest dog ever coming through! Hi friends! My name is Ronan and I am about 2-3 years old. I have a secret special power that makes everyone I...

Many dog owners do not have the time to invest in a formal training regimen, so instead they look to a professional trainer to solve all their problems. Unfortunately, the issues often lie in the owners' lack of time to invest in training. Many pe...

For some dogs, riding in the car is a fun experience, but there are also dogs who are terrified of it. To get your dog used to riding in the car, training must begin outside of the car. It's important to make your dog comfortable while being aroun...

In this video, Jessica of Poodles & Pals Holistic Pet Spaw in Tucson, AZ, explains the steps recommended to best prepare your newly adopted dog for a trip to the groomer. Taking the time to introduce your new dog to the grooming environment can he...

In this video, JJ Belcher discusses his method of training his dogs to get used to riding in vehicles. Crates and dog seat belts are also recommended for extra safety measures. They may also help ease your dog of anxiety during car rides. This ...

In this video, JJ Belcher takes a moment to demonstrate how to train your dog not to shoot out the door once it's opened. It's important to teach your dog to be patient, so that they don't run out the door and get hit by a car. This video is ta...

It is common for recently adopted dogs to have destructive behaviors. In this video, JJ Belcher explains ways to occupy your dog so that they don't feel anxious or scared in their new home. This video is taken directly out of From the Rescue to...

Playing with your dog is important during training to help your dog relieve energy and stress. Some rescue dogs have never been exposed to playing, therefore do not know what it is. In this video, JJ Belcher explains how you can properly show your...

Resource Guarding is when a dog has an object and wants to protect it from getting taken away. This is most common with food, toys, or bones. In this video, JJ Belcher explains how to properly train your dog so that they don’t feel the need to r...

Barking is a common issue in most dogs. The hard part about addressing barking is that there are a lot of different reasons why your dog barks. Barking can become an involuntary behavior in insecure dogs when they are scared or excited. Your dog m...

It is very common for shelter dogs to come from traumatic backgrounds. In this video, JJ Belcher explains how to not encourage shy and fearful behavior, but to condition the dog to help the it deal with the real world. This video is taken direc...

Separation anxiety is one of the most common problems found in shelter dogs. In this video, JJ Belcher explains how to give the dog opportunities to be strong on its own. This video is taken directly out of From the Rescue to the Home; availabl...

Playing tug is an excellent interactive game for you and your dog. To make the most out of the game, you first need to establish some ground rules with your dog. In this video, Ryan will talk about the criteria needed to make the game of tug enjoy...

This week, Whiskey shows off his progress in his foundational obedience. In this video, you’ll see Whiskey beginning to work on multiple behaviors in a single session. We also increase the difficulty by bringing Whiskey out in public to a quiet ...

Many behavioral issues in dogs are directly related to how much mental and physical exercise they are getting on a daily basis. Dogs who aren’t given proper outlets for their energy will often find their own, less than ideal, outlets. Similarly,...

Whiskey is a German Shepherd and our foster dog from Saving Shepherds of MN who is here working with Ryan to advance his training. Over the next few weeks, we will be posting updates of Whiskey and focusing on specific areas of training that may h...

Last month, Leerburg attended the Mutt Strut and Tabby Trot fundraiser for the Dunn County Humane Society! We had lots of fun meeting new people and their dogs, giving demos, and telling others what Leerburg is all about!

Kaira is a service dog for Autism and PTSD. She was rescued by Kinsey from the shelter when she was only a year old. She is now 2.5 years old and finished with her training. She stuck out to Kinsey at the shelter as a perfect potential service dog...

With November being Adopt a Senior Dog Month, we thought it would be a good time to sit down with our local veterinarian, Dr. Jodi Bohl, to discuss her experience with senior dogs. Older dogs are often overlooked by potential adopters. Many p...

After a life-changing incident that landed Kristen in the hospital, she bonded with a therapy dog that would come visit. Soon after she was released from the hospital, Kristen found herself at the animal shelter looking for a dog of her own. That'...

Meet Buchanan! This lug has been waiting at the Dunn County Humane Society to find his perfect family for over 2 years. He is estimated to be a 3 year old American Pit Bull Terrier mix. He loves to exercise and is full of energy. He'd be perfect i...

Maddie needs a home! This lovable girl is a 4 year old black and tan Coonhound who loves to cuddle. She was surrendered because she was uncomfortable with kids, so a home where she would be the youngest (fur) child would be best fitting. Maddie wo...

Meet Tasha! She is a 9 year old Bulldog/American Mix that is in need of a forever home. She arrived at The Dunn County Humane Society in May of 2015. She is a laid back dog that will happily sit at your feet in the morning while you enjoy a cup of...

This fall, Leerburg will be launching a new course titled, "From The Rescue To The Home," with our friend and trainer, JJ Belcher. We wanted to give new dog owners who are interested in the course a little bit of the back story on what their dog m...

Arianna needs a home! Found stray, most likely abandoned, it is a wonder how this dog survived alone on the street. She is great at relaxing around the house and taking short walks with her new cart. She would be a great dog for an elderly couple...

Richie needs a home! He has been at our local humane society for 2 years. If you know anyone who would be interested in adopting Richie please reach out to the Dunn County Humane society at dunncountyhumanesociety.org. Leerburg is in the proces...

"A step-by-step process for introducing your new dog into your home" Bringing a new puppy into your home is an enormous responsibility. The amount of work it takes to raise an 8 week old puppy can be overwhelming, especially if you do not have...

There are certain things that every new puppy owner should be prepared for. Deciding which products to buy and what learning material to review is the first step to that preparation, however there are so many products out there and so much informa...

Ed Frawley helps a Leerburg customer with some advice on how to get their rescue dog to get over fear issues with the dog crate.