The Weekly Woof

March 15, 2025 | St. Patrick’s Day Edition
Your OC Dog Life Digest — Lucky Edition 🍀

It’s a festive week here in Orange County, and we’re feeling lucky to be leading this incredible community of dogs and dog people. Whether your pup’s rocking a leprechaun collar or just soaking in the green sunshine, we’ve got your week covered—from training tips to river walks and everything in between.

"Calm Leadership Before Celebration"

Big holidays mean big distractions—costumes, parties, noise. The best way to prep your dog for a successful outing? Practice threshold control and calm leash walking this week. Before the chaos, teach calm. That’s true canine leadership.

Spring Allergies Are Here!

If your pup is sniffing and scratching more than usual, blame the blooming OC flora. Wipe down paws and bellies after walks. For sensitive skin, try a light apple cider vinegar rinse (diluted 1:3). Clean pup = happy pup.

We’re getting festive next weekend, so mark your calendars:
📍 THE Pack Walk of OC – Laguna Niguel Regional Park
📅 Saturday, March 22nd
🕔 5:00 PM sharp – bring your green and your best leash manners!

This isn’t just a walk—it’s a community reset. If your dog needs structure, calm socialization, and leadership reinforcement, this is the event to attend.

Your Dog Can Smell Your Stress Before You Speak.
Research shows dogs detect emotional changes via scent long before we speak a word. That’s why energy and body language matter even more than commands. Be the leader your dog wants to follow—calm, assertive, and steady.

"Training your dog is how you build trust—not just obedience."
If your pup knows you’ve got things under control, they’ll follow. That’s why structure = security. A calm, structured environment gives your dog freedom. And that freedom is the real pot of gold.

Snap a festive photo of your pup this week—whether they’re rocking green gear, lounging on the clover, or showing off their “lucky sit.”

📲 Tag me:
@ocdogtrainer • @thedogdirector
Use #LuckyOCPup and you might just be featured in next week’s post!

Keep those walks structured, treats simple, and energy calm.
Your dog’s behavior is your message to the world—make it one you’re proud of.

Sláinte! 🍀

Tommy Stark

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