Should your dog walk to heel?
If walking on a crowded street your dog should walk comfortably beside you in the "heel" position. if on the beach or on a hike you can give them more freedom on a long leash or off leash. (if permitted and they have a reliable recall).they don't have to be focused on...
Fears and Phobias in Dogs
I recently learned a new term for a phobia called Casadastraphobia. It means a pathological fear of falling into the sky. I had been researching compulsive behaviors in dogs that have a fear of the sky after working with a client whose dog has started this behavior in...
Pet Loss
Grieve in your own way, at your own pace. We all deal with our emotions differently and that’s ok. Some people like to face their emotions head on, and others prefer distracting themselves and putting all their energies into work or a hobby until the emotion is less...
Staying in Oman all summer?
Keeping your dog busy during the summer months can be a real challenge however there are lots of fun activities you can do with your dog even during the hottest of summer days. Training the basics such as daily down stays are essential however, did you know that...
Oman’s own ‘hotel for dogs’
This post is an article of Times of Oman, who had the curtesy to write about Jebel k9 training services and boarding services. Oman's own 'hotel for dogs'May 9, 2018 | 6:47 PM by Salim Al Afifi In 2009, when we got a peek into the life of a pampered dog in...
Training this fall
The board and train program is one of our most popular programs. During this program, your dog will board with us while undergoing an extensive and personalized training program with our professional trainers. Book your dog anywhere from one week up to...
Group Basic Obedience Classes September 2017
New Group Basic Obedience Classes When: Classes will be held every Saturday from 10 to 11 am Duration: for 6 weeks Where: at Jebel K9 Training Center in Al Rumays Starting: September 16th, 2017 Subject of Training: Introducing Basic commands,...
The Importance of having fun with your dog
Dogs love to play and are always ready to have fun. Regular play sessions keep your dog both physically and mentally healthy and it is also good for you.
Are all dogs equal?
There is a well-known phrase – there are no bad dogs, only bad owners. But is it really only all in how you raise them? What makes some dogs so easy to train and others seemingly impossible? All dogs are the same in the sense that they all have innate behaviours such...
Does your dog have good manners?
Spending some time teaching your dog to have good manners will help you and your dog to communicate properly. In this way you build peaceful and pleasant encounters, both at home and when you are out. Your dog may be the nicest and friendliest dog in the neighbour...
How to love your dog
Learn how to love your dog. Like any relationship in our lives, we are acting in the dog’s best interest in creating and maintaining a healthy bond. The bond we share with our dogs is very special and so very personal to each of us. Dogs are so unique, they see us at...
Health and Safety for your dog
Here are some measures to adopt in and around the house to ensure your pet’s health and safety so you can go on to enjoy a long lasting relationship together KEEP YOUR DOG COMFORTABLE IN THE HOT WEATHER For many months of the year in Oman temperatures are too hot for...
10 Essentials For Effective Training
Building a strong bond with your dog is the key to achieving respect, trust and friendship
The Right One
It is paramount to think about why you want and what your expectations are as for all their attributes, they are a 12 to 15 year commitment
Is your dog jealous?
Is your dog jealous? Does your pet seek attention from you when you are on the telephone, computer or ipad? Or perhaps when you have guests over, they position themselves between you and your guest and pester you for pets? Some dogs may react to seeing their...
Watch Me!
How to make your dog focus on you and listen when you need them to.