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Getting a dog isn't just about potty training and playtime. If you've added a four-legged friend to your pack recently, there are a few things you'll want to know to make their transition into their new home a breeze. In this class, Dog Trainer Rachel Sample teaches you the right steps you need to take when introducing a pet into your home. You'll learn tips that will help you with crate training and setting up a daily routine that works for both you and your dog. For this class, you'll need a leash, a crate, a chew bone, and food. To teach your dog some new tricks, check out Rachel's How-To videos. Rachel Sample is a Dog Trainer who spent the majority of her childhood training and showing dogs starting at the age of 6. She competed with her Border Collie, Colt, starting in 4H and onto other venues like AKC, UKI, Skyhoundz, and CPE. Rachel has competed all over the United States taking home placements in AKC agility junior nationals, CPE nationals, and is a 3 time IL obedience champion.&nbsp;Rachel has been professionally training dogs in Chicago for five years and has a wide range of experience from teaching basic obedience, behavioral modification, dog sports, puppy manners, and more! Check out <a href="https://thedesirecompany.com/pros/rachelsample" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Rachel Sample's profile</a> to learn more about the dog trainer.

In this class, Dog Trainer Rachel Sample teaches you the right steps you need to take when introducing a pet into your home. 

Dog Training Basics for Beginners

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Keeping up with your paw-tner’s grooming routine can help her look better, smell fur-esher, and promote an all-around healthier coat. The FURminator Short Hair Dog Deshedding Tool is designed with a stainless-steel edge that reaches effortlessly through your pet’s topcoat, removing loose hair and undercoat. And when used as directed, you never have to worry about it cutting her skin or damaging her topcoat. The ergonomic handle offers you comfort during the grooming process and the curved edge conforms to your pet’s body to ensure she’s comfortable, too. And with regular use, you can even help to significantly reduce shedding!

Keeping up with your paw-tner’s grooming routine can help her look better, smell fur-esher, and promote an all-around healthi…

Furminator Short Hair Dog Deshedding Tool

If your dog sheds, the Furminator is the perfect tool for you. It's easy to use and gently de-sheds your dog without painful tugging. In this How-To, Dog Trainer Rachel Sample shows you how to properly use a Furminator to help keep your dog (and your home) a little tidier. Rachel Sample is a Dog Trainer who spent the majority of her childhood training and showing dogs starting at the age of 6. She competed with her Border Collie, Colt, starting in 4H and onto other venues like AKC, UKI, Skyhoundz, and CPE. Rachel has competed all over the United States taking home placements in AKC agility junior nationals, CPE nationals, and is a 3 time IL obedience champion.&nbsp;Rachel has been professionally training dogs in Chicago for five years and has a wide range of experience from teaching basic obedience, behavioral modification, dog sports, puppy manners, and more! Check out <a href="https://thedesirecompany.com/pros/rachelsample" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Rachel Sample's profile</a> to learn more about the dog trainer.

In this How-To, Dog Trainer Rachel Sample shows you how to properly use a Furminator to help keep your dog (and your home) a little tidier. 

How-To Use a Furminator Properly

Super Atoms have a comfortable grip and are especially good for cold weather play. Easy to throw for all skill levels, these Micro-Dog friendly fliers are guaranteed to satisfy.

Super Atoms have a comfortable grip and are especially good for cold weather play.

Hero Disc SuperAtom 185 

Dog Trainer Rachel Sample shares her tips for teaching your dog to jump over your leg to catch a frisbee. 

How-To Teach Your Dog to Jump Over Your Leg to Catch a Frisbee

Dog Trainer Rachel Sample shows you how to teach your dog to do a flip catch with a frisbee. 

How-To Teach a Dog a Flip Catch

One of the most important parts of dog training is positive reinforcement through markers. Learn how it works in this How-To by Dog Trainer Rachel Sample. 

How-To Teach a Dog a Marker

In this How-To, Dog Trainer Rachel Sample shares her method for teaching a dog how to drop a frisbee. 

How-To Teach Your Dog to Drop a Frisbee

Dog Trainer Rachel Sample shows you how to teach your dog to bring you a Frisbee. 

How-To Teach Your Dog to Bring You a Frisbee

Learn the right way to throw a roller disc to your dog with these tips from Dog Trainer Rachel Sample. 

How-To Throw a Roller Disc Properly For Your Dog

The Ruffwear Jet Stream efficiently cools dogs during light and fast, high-intensity adventures through shading and evaporative cooling. In warm climates, dogs typically stay cool by seeking shade in the heat of the day. The light and sleek Jet Stream uses shade-providing spandex over the back, while Ruffwear’s three-layer evaporative cooling chest panel disperses heat from the dog’s core. To activate the Jet Stream, soak in water, wring out, zip on your dog, and go.

The Ruffwear Jet Stream efficiently cools dogs during light and fast, high-intensity adventures through shading and evaporative cooling.

Ruffwear Jet Stream Dog Cooling Vest 

The Ruffwear Cooling Vest is a must-have for active pups on the go. Learn how it works with Dog Trainer Rachel Sample. 

How-To Use the Ruffwear Cooling Vest

Dog Trainer Rachel Sample teaches you how to lead your dog to walk in between your legs. Also known as the middle command.  

How-To Teach the Middle Command

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Take your grooming routine into your own hands by implementing the FURminator Ultimate Hair Reduction System™: Brush, deShed, Bathe and Maintain for grooming confidence in the comfort of your own home. Our deShedding tools, grooming tools and hair solutions offer a grooming regimen catered to any dog or cat. If you live with pets, you live with pet hair. FURminator grooming solutions reduces loose hair from shedding up to 90% with regular use. The FURminator Undercoat deShedding Tool for large dogs (dogs 51 to 90 pounds) is specially designed to reach through the topcoat to safely and easily remove loose hair and undercoat without damaging the coat or cutting the skin.* The curved edge glides over your dog’s skin, preventing digging in at edges, and conforms to your pet’s natural build and shape for comfort. The ergonomic handle makes grooming easy, and the FURejector button releases hair with ease. FURminator deShedding Tools reduce loose hair up to 90 percent with regular use. For best results, deShed weekly to remove the undercoat and reduce shed hair. Use with other FURminator grooming products as part of a complete regimen.

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24 and 54 inch dog crate covers in Green. Order 100% cotton dog crate covers with no toxins or chemiclas added at Molly Mutt.

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Travel together with this super comfortable, modular Travel Carrier. With breathable mesh walls, a dual-use leash/shoulder strap, and an interior cushion that folds out to become a comfortable dog bed, our airline-compliant carrier is the home away from home your dog deserves. Recommended for use with dogs up to 16 lbs (7 kg).

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Wild One Everyday Pet Carrier

The Climb is a fan favorite! This Condo includes some of our most popular features. The 3-tier Scratching Pole encourages your cat to embrace their active climbing instincts. With the multi-level design and included Escape Hatch, your cats will have plenty of options for exploring and hunting. Our latest furniture collection has been meticulously engineered to be stronger and more versatile than ever! Instead of using pine for our wooden components, we now use bamboo. Bamboo is a highly sustainable material that is stronger than pine and allows for a sleek, modern design. Another improvement to the design includes a third mounting point that has been added to our Mounting Planks. Using an additional screw provides extra support and holds the furniture rock solid against the wall. Even the most playful kitties can feel safe and secure using our Condos!

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BENEFITS:&nbsp;Saves Furniture from Destructive Behaviors - Helps Entertain your Fur Friends, Keeping Them Happy &amp; Healthy - Fun Interactive Play - Great for Training - Perfect Bed Mat For Rest, Sleep &amp; Recuperation. FEATURES:&nbsp;Strong Fibers Designed for Scratching - Thermal Base - Multi Use Habitat - Safety Slits for Expansion - Quickly Re-configured - Easy-To-Clean - Carpet Made from Recycled Plastic Bottles&nbsp;

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Take your grooming routine into your own hands by implementing the FURminator Ultimate Hair Reduction System™: Brush, deShed, Bathe and Maintain for grooming confidence in the comfort of your own home. Our deShedding tools, grooming tools and hair solutions offer a grooming regimen catered to any dog or cat. If you live with pets, you live with pet hair. FURminator grooming solutions reduces loose hair from shedding up to 90% with regular use. The FURminator deShedding Tool for medium and large, short-hair cats (over 10 pounds) removes shed hair and helps reduce hairballs for less mess. This tool is specially designed to reach through the topcoat to safely and easily remove loose hair and undercoat without damaging the coat or cutting the skin.* The ergonomic handle makes grooming easy, and the FURejector button releases hair with ease. FURminator deShedding Tools reduce loose hair up to 90 percent with regular use. For best results, deShed weekly to remove the undercoat and reduce shed hair. Use with other FURminator grooming products as part of a complete regimen.

Furminator Cat Brush Review with Pet Rescue Expert Larissa Wohl 

Furminator Cat Brush 

• A wide but shallow dish• A design that keeps food in the middle for easy feeding• Easy to access food without pulling back their whiskers to avoid agonizing contact• Non-slip mat for stability• A stainless steel finish protects against wash-proof bacteria• Clean, simple design is a cinch to wash and will fit in a variety of decors• New York Times: "...the winning bowl..."Product dimensions are 7.08" in diameter and 1.25" in heightAs a medical expert renowned in the field of Whiskerology, it is my professional opinion that Dr. Catsby’s bowl will mean happiness for your cat – and you.

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Dr. Catsby Food Bowl 

The home away from home that your dog deserves! Airline-compliant, spacious, and comfortable. Complete with breathable mesh walls, a dual-use leash or shoulder strap, and an interior cushion that folds out into a travel mat.&nbsp;Recommended for dogs 16 lbs (7 kg) and under.

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