Green Mountain Canine Camp – Helping your dog live their best life

greenmtncaninecamp

Instagram post 2192370250639898156_2253593967

Party Animals! Happy 6th birthday, Monty! 🎉

Instagram post 2191641301878232680_2253593967

I’m always trying to think of fun new poses for the pack’s sit stay. What should we do next?!

Instagram post 2190968887494116303_2253593967

Best Buddies 🐶🐶 If I told you that one of the pups in this photo has fear based aggression, would you believe it?! One of the most amazing things that dog camp can do for an anxious pup is boost their confidence and help them learn to deal with stress in a healthier way. Camp dogs learn that each pack member has respect for their space and their needs. We don’t allow dogs to rush in and steal treats, get overly excited and trample each other, ignore social cues, or do any of the types of rude behavior that make nervous dogs feel the need to defend themselves. In turn, all camp dogs feel safe and advocated for which allows them flourish emotionally. Helping your dog feel SAFE is the key to helping them become the best version of themselves!

Instagram post 2190210134511673598_2253593967

Sit stays with a view 🏔

Instagram post 2188583826144855043_2253593967

Happy Small Business Saturday! If you’re heading out today to do some holiday shopping, stop into your favorite local business and show them some love! Donate supplies or your time to a local rescue or shelter. OR, if your motto is “treat yo self!”, check out one of our favorite local VT businesses @mydogcamp and use code GMCC to save on their comprehensive online program.
While you’re at it, check out some of our other favorite small businesses:

@nativeinstinctco
@cafemamajuanavt
@lindsayselinphotography
@bouchervisuals
@monkeyhouse_vt
@birdfolkcollective
@jessboutique
@kateykpaintandclay
@helloshibe
@vermontdogeats
@petfoodwarehousevt
@waterworksvt
@jenkahnjewelry

Instagram post 2187126260181155514_2253593967

Thankful doesn’t even begin to describe it... what a special life Monty and I lead, and it’s because of all our amazing clients and their dedication to helping their own dogs live their best lives. I am so thankful to every single client, old and new. I’m thankful to friends and family who have supported me through the GMCC journey. I’m thankful for the curiosity and drive to always learn more about how I can make every dog in my care have the very best day ever. What a life! THANK YOU!

Wishing you all a very happy Thanksgiving today filled with good food, good friends & family, and good ‘ole fashioned naps with your dog 🐶

Instagram post 2186586467718320230_2253593967

Meet Greta! This beauty came out for her trial day with the Wednesday pack and nailed it! Her recall was on point, she was sweet and polite when meeting all of her new friends, she’s eager to learn and a smarty pants to boot. Welcome to the Wednesday pack, Greta! ❤️

Instagram post 2185848998479721608_2253593967

One of the greatest things that the pack gets out of their time at dog camp is a CONFIDENCE BOOST! Dog camp is an environment where every single dog’s needs are supported. Each dog is advocated for and over time they learn that it is a safe space for them to learn, grow, and test the limits of what they can do. Many of the dogs in this photo have anxious tendencies or fearful personalities. Climbing up and balancing on a log while surrounded by other dogs is something that would normally make them feel insecure. Creating a safe space for them to flourish allows them to feel more confident in their surroundings and in their capabilities.
Fun Fact: most of these pups actually chose their spot for this photo! When they realized what I was asking they climbed up and picked a spot where they felt safe and comfortable. 🙌🏼

Instagram post 2185122729324448799_2253593967

I recently read an article about how harmful negativity can be for us, and how it’s contagious in the sense that the more negativity you are surrounded by, the bigger impact it has on your well being. We don’t always realize that certain people or situations affect us as much as they do. Negativity is not only harming you, but also killing your positivity. Think about that person you see every day at the office who is constantly complaining about something. It’s too hot in the summer, it’s too cold in the winter, no one else around them knows how to do their job, their parents are annoying them, gas prices are too high, other people are parenting their children wrong, they don’t make enough money, the neighbor’s are annoying them, etc... While you know these types of people are no fun to be around, what you might not realize is that they can actually have incredibly negative effects on your health and success.

Cutting the negativity out of your life is easier said than done, but there are certainly small steps you can take to surround yourself with more positivity and absorb less of the draining effects of others. Create space between yourself and those around you who are constantly bringing you down. Don’t wait for a toxic person in your life to bring you so far down that you don’t remember how to climb back up. Surround yourself with people and things that inspire you. Things that make you smile. Things that spark curiosity. Small joys. Love. Laughter. Positivity. Oh, and dogs. Lots and lots of dogs 😉

Instagram post 2182229352690206013_2253593967

The “office” was BEAUTIFUL today ❄️

Instagram post 2181483426753189815_2253593967

My favorite kind of sandwich

Instagram post 2180764202904769918_2253593967

Icy hair, don’t care. ❄️

Instagram post 2180063251675803636_2253593967

Dear Monday, Let’s do this 💥

Instagram post 2177172843937634133_2253593967

The closer you huddle, the warmer you feel!

Instagram post 2176437481648919966_2253593967

All the good boys and good girls ❤️

Instagram post 2175706962346652138_2253593967

Instagram post 2174995596677922821_2253593967

Triple Threat 🐾

Instagram post 2172115602280687560_2253593967

Harper is back with the Thursday pack after taking the summer off to heal from surgery. We were all so happy to see her again!

Instagram post 2171392639941632896_2253593967

Say WHAT?! We have a rare opening in our dog camp! Inquire today about sending your dog out on one of our daily adventures with the pack!

Instagram post 2171339388167197448_2253593967

Sweater Weather

Load More... Follow on Instagram