From the Principal
By now most of you have heard about Avery's Law, which is now in effect. If you haven't, here's a link to read about it.
The goal is simple: keep people safe and hold dog owners more accountable.
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But here’s what I want you to take away from it …
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This is about preparation, communication, and responsibility.
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Dogs are animals. They get scared. They get excited. They make decisions in the moment.​ And without guidance, structure, and clear communication … things can escalate quickly when a dog doesn't know how to handle it.
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That’s why training matters now more than ever.
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Not just sit and down.​ But real life skills. Recall when it matters. Walking calmly past distractions. Understanding how to handle new situations. Building confidence instead of chaos.​​​​
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Because the truth is, most situations that turn into problems … started small.
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As a trainer, my goal has always been to help you understand your dog, build trust, and prevent those situations before they ever happen.
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So, for the rest of 2026, all OBD 101 Foundations First group class prices will be lowered to $120 to encourage you to make the first move. Your dog deserves more than guessing, frustration, or chaos. They deserve clear communication, structure, and training that sets them up for success. And you deserve a confident, predictable dog you can trust in the real world.
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Let’s set you and your dogs up for success.
Ashton
ASHTON'S CREW
Tucker
Ellie
Waylon
Bentley
OWNER OF THE MONTH
Tonya and Oliver
When people see a well trained dog, they often don't realize how much work, patience, and dedication happens behind the scenes. That's exactly why Tonya is our Owner of the Month. Oliver is a classic Border Collie. He's smart, active, curious, and always thinking. He likes having a job to do and can be a bit of a control freak at times, which is pretty typical for the breed. He's incredibly loyal to his people, highly observant, and always aware of what's happening around him. Read more >
FRESHMAN OF THE MONTH
Rosie
When Rosie first started Foundations First, she was incredibly timid. She would come into class with her belly practically touching the floor, unsure of the new environment and people around her.
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JUNIOR STUDENT OF THE MONTH
Ares
When I first met Ares, his owner reached out about doing one-on-one training because he was struggling with confidence and having a difficult time during vet visits. He's come a long way since then!
SENIOR STUDENT OF THE MONTH
Murphy
Murphy has completed so many classes that I honestly can't keep track anymore! Over time, Murphy has become a very well-rounded dog who can handle so many different situations with confidence, and with laughs.
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