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✨Where Exceptional Care Comes Together✨ Introducing a special collaboration between Dirty Paws Pet Wash & Grooming and The Zen Pet — two local businesses united by a shared love for providing elevated, personalized care for your four-legged companions. 🐾 From a beautifully groomed coat, to mindful walks and attentive pet sitting, we’re here to help your pup look their best, feel their best, and live their best life. As a special thank-you: 🤍 Mention The Zen Pet at Dirty Paws Enjoy $10 OFF a Nail Trim 🤍 Mention Dirty Paws at The Zen Pet Enjoy $10 OFF Dog Walking or Pet Sitting Because exceptional dogs deserve exceptional care. Mindful. Elevated. Connected. 🐶✨ #TheZenPet #DirtyPaws #petcare
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Yes! HES ADORABLE!!!! And looking for a great home! Buzz came to us fearful of EVERYTHING and has made soooo much progress! He now loves people, but prefers gentle massages and petting. He loves dogs once he gets a few minutes to meet them and realize they aren’t going to hurt or rush him. He loves toys, chew toys and of course a good zoomie around the yard a couple times a day 🤣 He’s still learning about the outside world, so walks are definitely not his favorite yet 😂 It takes him about 3 hours to go one block 🤣🤣🤣 He needs someone who will let him go slow, stop and take everything in because he has literally NEVER seen any of this before! Buzz was born in a yard with his siblings and never left. So cars, people, sidewalks, noises, walks… it’s ALL new to him. I’m looking for a quieter home with a yard and at least one nice dog who actually enjoys interacting and playing with him. His dog friends really help him feel safe and continue building confidence. ❤️ He MUST have: • A yard • A friendly dog who will enjoy interacting with him • Someone willing to go slow and continue helping him learn that the outside world is safe He’s 2 years old, low energy, healthy and a stocky, strong 9 pounds of scruff 😂❤️ He LOVES toys of basically any kind and is such a sweet little dude. Reach out if you want more info on Buzz!! ❤️
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Adoptable little Hattie! As sweet as pie! If you’re looking for a dog who is good with people, kids and dogs, can go on errands and brunch dates with you or stay home for her beauty sleep, this is your girl! She’s a tiny, 12 year young, healthy, happy girl. Reach out to @theanimalpad for more info!
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Little girl is STILL waiting for her forever home! 🥺❤️ She’s 1 year old, 18 lbs She loves playing with other dogs, LOVES toys, is housebroken and crate trained, and is great on walks (but prefers a quieter neighborhood). She’s fantastic at restaurants and will curl up and fall asleep in your lap. 🍕🌮🍝🍱 She loves to be carried and held like a baby but isn’t needy. She’s a sweet, silly, funny little girl and quite possibly the BEST snuggle buddy in the world! 🌎😴😴 Because she loves playing with her dog friends so much, she must go to a home with one or more playful dogs who will be her buddies. If your dog is looking for a best friend, reach out! 🐶💕
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🚨 I honestly don’t know how to explain this dog… because dogs like him almost never exist. He’s the kind of dog everyone says they want, but very few ever actually find. ✨ He’s a unicorn. ✨ The dog you’ll spend years comparing every future dog to. ✨ Your heart dog He’s only 1–1.5 years old, but somehow already has the wisdom of an old soul. A “Been there, done that” personality. ❤️ Loves every person he meets. 🐶 Loves every dog. 🏡 Housebroken & can be home alone in or out of a crate! 🙌 Not destructive. 🚶 Loves walks, adventures, restaurant patios, or just hanging out with his people relaxing. He’s the definition of an “insert dog here” kind of dog. He fits into any lifestyle and makes life better just by being in it. If you’ve been scared to get your first dog because you’re worried it’ll turn your life upside down… Get this dog. If you’ve been afraid to add a second dog because you don’t want to ruin the amazing dog you already have… Get this dog. He’s the type of companion that helps other dogs blossom, gives nervous owners confidence, and reminds you why dogs are so special. He’s a dog trainers dream dog who already does lots of lessons for Family Dog Consulting! He’s a fabulous role model 🕺🏻 His adopters are going to hit the jackpot. I will be extremely selective because a dog like this deserves a family who recognizes how rare he is. My dream home is one where he’ll be a best friend, an adventure buddy, and a positive role model for another lucky dog in the home. If you’ve been waiting for “the one”… This is him. ❤️ Available at @amazingstraysrescue
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⭐️ Trainer Apprenticeship Opportunity ⭐️ I’m looking for 1–2 special candidates who are passionate about dogs and interested in becoming part of our training team! Requirements: ✅ Strong dog handling skills and experience with dogs ✅ Belief in positive reinforcement training methods ✅ Currently certified, working toward certification, or planning to become certified ✅ Available and interested in shadowing me and my team ✅ Excellent communication and people skills ✅ Eager to learn and grow as a professional trainer This is a unique opportunity to work alongside our team, gain hands-on experience, and develop the skills needed to become one of our trainers. If this sounds like you, send me a message and tell me about your experience with dogs and your training goals! ✨
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Nala AKA Honey 🍯 Nut 🥜 Cheerio 🥣 loves dogs (especially big male dogs!), chew toys, naps, sunbathing, and snuggling with her people. ☀️🦴🥰 She’s an excellent sleeper, travels like a pro, and can happily join you on vacation adventures. 🚐✨ At just 18 lbs and 10 months old, she’s the perfect mix of young and fun 🤩 ✨ House Trained ✨ Excellent in a Crate ✨ Quiet & Low Energy ✨ No Separation Anxiety ✨ Easy on Leash ✨ Great in the Car ✨ Loves Snuggles with People & Dogs ✨ Loves Chew Toys & Naps ✨ Loves Sunbathing ☀️ ✨ Loves Other Dogs ✨ Especially Loves Large Male Dogs ✨ No Guarding Behaviors ✨ Can Join You on Vacation Adventures 🚐 Reach out to me or @theanimalpad for more info!
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This guy is so fun!! And he’s been on TV!!! 🤩📺 Speed Bump (yes, that’s his foster name 🤣) loves ALL dogs — any shape, size, energy level… he’s in! ✔️ No behavior issues ✔️ Easy to walk ✔️ Super social ✔️ Already helping us in training sessions with client dogs! 👏🏼 There is not a mean bone in this dog’s body. He’s the kind of dog who fits into any home and is happy doing whatever you’re doing! Take him on adventures, to family BBQs, errands, daycare… or just let him chill at home 🐾 He would LOVE another playful dog in the home… or honestly 1,282,737 more dogs because he wants to be friends with everyone 😂 Reach out for more info — and PLEASE send better name suggestions because “Speed Bump” cannot be his forever name 😆😆
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If you’re looking for a dog trainer who makes training fun for both you AND your dog, reach out! We’re a team of 7 positive reinforcement trainers (2 Certified Behavior Consultants) who use creative, engaging, and often silly 🤪 methods to make training enjoyable for everyone! From puppies, house manners, and leash walking to more severe behavior issues, we’re here to help dogs and their humans build confidence and real-life skills together 💛
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There’s nothing more important to me than the relationship I build with each dog I walk. Because at the end of the day, it’s not just “a walk.” It’s trust. It’s communication. It’s understanding the dog in front of me and meeting them exactly where they are. Some dogs want structure and a job to do. Some want to sniff every inch of the sidewalk. Some need a little extra patience, space, and time to feel safe. And that’s the part I love most. I’ve been working on building trust with Mila, a shy sweet girl who wasn’t so sure about me at first. Taking things slow, letting her set the pace, celebrating the smallest wins… and now seeing her soften, get curious, and start to trust me? It’s the most rewarding feeling. This is why I do what I do. My time in rescue has taught me that every dog has a story. Some just need a little more time to feel safe in the world again. And if I can be even a small part of that for the dogs I work with, it means everything to me. Every walk is different. Every dog is different. And that’s exactly how it should be. I just want every walk to feel good for them 💗🐾 #sandiegodogwalker #dogwalkerlife #rescuedogs #positivemindsets #dogsofsandiego
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Ok Friends, we need your help‼️ This sweet boy Brodie was about to be dropped off at the shelter because his owner having some personal issues. I was asked to meet him and assess his temperament—and he’s awesome!! I was told that he is great with kids, dogs, and people so I had my sister bring her kids over to help with his evaluation, and she instantly fell in love! He’s basically the perfect mix of a unicorn and a potato 🥔✨ Unfortunately, her granddaughter—who lives with her—is very allergic, so they can’t keep him 😭 Which means we’re back on the search for an amazing home. Here’s what we know about him: • House trained • Easy to walk (no leash reactivity) • Wonderful with people and kids • Loves toys but isn’t destructive • Great in the car • Knows basic commands • Doesn’t jump • Doesn’t steal food • Loves going to the kids baseball and basketball practice! He’s truly a gem, and he deserves a family who will love him as much as he’ll love them. Please share so we can help this sweet boy find his forever home ❤️
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I’ve been working with this girl for a few months now and we had A LOT to work through!! She was reactive and aggressive toward pretty much everything… people, dogs, bikes, joggers, kids… She was also super fearful of new places, even a nature walk… My first goal was just getting her to trust me. That took 4–6 weeks and was pretty stressful 😅🫣 Once we got through that, we started working on seeing dogs at a distance first, then people—gradually closing that gap over time. Dogs were especially hard for her. If one looked at her, she could redirect onto the handler, and we weren’t muzzle trained yet. Then we worked on bikes and building skills so she could handle closer exposures. Then came muzzle training… which was a BIG deal because she doesn’t like wearing anything—not even a harness—and will sulk/shut down. Progress was very slow, but I could see small improvements on every outing! Her prey drive is STRONG and she LOVES hunting little animals in bushes and holes, so we used that + food to change how she felt about all her triggers (and the muzzle). So instead of fighting her prey drive, we used it to our advantage!! Now she enjoys her adventures—going to new places and seeing the things that used to set her off… because it means good stuff is happening!! She’s exploring confidently, walking right by people, joggers and bike, handling dogs at normal distances, stopping to smell the flowers, sticking her head in bushes, and just LOVING IT. She’s doing SO much better overall and I’m so proud of her. This one was not easy, but it’s been so worth it. Looking back at where we started to where we are now is honestly shocking—in the best way. I’m so happy for her that she’s enjoying life and getting to experience so many new things. Thank you so much to all the prop people who have helped Magik on her journey!! A huge thank you to @trainingbylindsey who did all of this with Magik as well!! We tag teamed and took her out multiple times a week on exposure training sessions. Also huge thanks to @coastviewvet!! Her gear has been a huge help too! People are scared of us so they give us a wider birth and don’t talk to her👌🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
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