Balanced K9 Training Blog
Mental vs. Physical Enrichment for Dogs: Why Both Matter — Especially in Winter
By: Shelbie Stevenson Published on: 02/12/2025Explore why mental and physical enrichment are both essential for your dog’s behavior and well-being. Balanced K9 Training shares winter-friendly ideas to keep your dog stimulated indoors.
The Importance of Structure in the Home for Dogs
By: Shelbie Stevenson Published on: 18/11/2025Discover why structure in the home is crucial for puppies, newly adopted dogs, pet dogs, working breeds, and fully trained dogs. Balanced K9 Training explains how routines, boundaries, and consistency create calmer, more confident dogs.
🐶 Crate Training for Dogs: Why It’s Essential (and How Balanced K9 Training Can Help)
By: Shelbie Stevenson Published on: 16/10/2025Crate training is one of the most effective ways to build structure, confidence, and calm behavior in your dog. Learn why professional trainers at Balanced K9 Training consider crate training an essential part of every obedience and puppy program — and how it can transform life for both you and your dog.
The Hidden Harm: How Fake Service Dogs Undermine Real Service Dog Teams
By: Shelbie Stevenson Published on: 18/06/2025Fake service dogs may seem harmless, but they create serious risks for real service dog teams. From undermining public trust to creating unsafe situations, this post from Balanced K9 Training breaks down the real damage caused by imposters—and how we can protect those who truly rely on service animals.
