<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Guiding Pets & Parents INC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Offering goal dog training programs including private sessions, group classes & board and trains.]]></description><link>https://www.guidingpetsandparents.com/graduateportal</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 02:14:13 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.guidingpetsandparents.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Release word - Break ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Video breakdown/demo: Defintion: "Break" is your dogs release word. When we say this it cues your dog that they are free to go. It signifies a clear ending to a command/behavior or the end of a training session. Why: It signifies a clear ending to a command/behavior or the end of a training session. Relying on a release word instead of repeating "stay" keeps our dogs focused on the behavior and handler because following the cue "break" it is followed up with a reward whether that be pets,...]]></description><link>https://www.guidingpetsandparents.com/post/release-word-break</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6abf104af335fb566ddde83d</guid><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 23:52:49 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>olk9izahbellah</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Command - Off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Video breakdown/demo: Defintion: "Off" is a correctional command, your multipurpose no. Why: Off is used for any behavior you wish to cease immediately. Practical Uses: Jumping Countersurfing Barking Digging]]></description><link>https://www.guidingpetsandparents.com/post/command-off</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ac7ae4ac768959e096b1d9d</guid><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 23:52:49 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>olk9izahbellah</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Commands - Come &#38; Sit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The term recall can be used interchangeably with come and sit. Defintion: To come within petting distance (personal bubble) and sit. Why: Safety Practical Uses: Locating your dog Recalling away from traffic, wild animals, etc]]></description><link>https://www.guidingpetsandparents.com/post/commands-come-sit</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aafdf93934de94835e4fd92</guid><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 23:52:49 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>olk9izahbellah</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Activity - Art of doing nothing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defintion: The action of teaching our dogs to self regulate their emotions. Why: The art of doing doing focuses on teaching our dogs to be calm and comfortable in any environment, this helps promote a nuetral dog in a variety of environments. Practical Uses: Keeping your dog calm after a long work day when your energy is low While on a lunch date with a friend]]></description><link>https://www.guidingpetsandparents.com/post/activity-art-of-doing-nothing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aafe2f212f0baf721f56505</guid><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 23:52:49 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>olk9izahbellah</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welcome]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dear remote collar program graduates &#38; family, Thank you for joining the Guiding Pets &#38; Parents Inc. family! We are excited to support you on your new journey! Our graduate portal is here to serve as a lifetime guide to answer common questions regarding your e-collar system, methodology, commands and more. While this tool is here to support you, always remember that your trainers are available to address any concerns. Guiding Pets &#38; Parents Inc Team]]></description><link>https://www.guidingpetsandparents.com/post/welcome</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aafe2bb7c72e845809df43d</guid><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 23:52:49 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>olk9izahbellah</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Command - Heel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defintion: Heel means to walk beside our dog with their paws in line with the heel of our foot. Rules: Your dog is left side trained - hold your leash in your left hand and remote in your right. Keep your leash loose, it should look like a J Positioning: keep your e-collar band parallel with the seam of your pants Why: The heel command is used to walk our dogs with ease. This cue allows us to keep control of our walk at all times. For reactive dogs, this positioning is very neutral and can...]]></description><link>https://www.guidingpetsandparents.com/post/command-heel</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aafe278ed85621288bd4060</guid><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 23:52:49 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>olk9izahbellah</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Command - Place]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defintion: Get on an object and sit. (object is NOT the floor) Rules: It is a game of the floor is hot lava - if your dog gets off thier place object before released or prompted for another commands, we treat the floor as if its hot lava by getting our dog back to the place object as quickly as possible. You pick it, you wing it - if you ask your dog to Place we need to hold them accountable by making sure our dog gets on the object even if it takes multiple tries or we have to help them....]]></description><link>https://www.guidingpetsandparents.com/post/command-place</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aafdfae934de94835e4fdd0</guid><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 23:52:49 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>olk9izahbellah</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exercise ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Treadmill demo: Defintion: Exercise is defined as an activity that is designed to improve overall health. Why: Exercise is a great addition to your management techniques for negative behaviors as well as overall energy levels. Practical Uses: Exercise before a hard or new experience Exercise before spending an extending period of time in a kennel]]></description><link>https://www.guidingpetsandparents.com/post/exercise</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ac7b0efcf2d4a13b807b544</guid><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 23:52:49 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>olk9izahbellah</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Methodology]]></title><description><![CDATA[Step 1: Set yourself up for success by utilizing your dial on your remote and place your number on your screen at a "3." Step 2: Ask your dog to complete a command the first time without using your remote. Step 3: If your dog does not listen, press the black S at the same time you as for the same command a second time using the level 3 from step 1. Step 4: If your dog does not listen again, increase your number on the LCD screen by 1-3 levels and ask again. Repeat this progess until desired...]]></description><link>https://www.guidingpetsandparents.com/post/methodology</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aafe2d6934de94835e504ea</guid><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 23:52:49 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>olk9izahbellah</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Command - Down]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defintion: Your dog's body parallel with the ground below them. Why: The down command is a versatile command that can be used to build impulse control and teach calm behavior. Practical Uses: Down on their place while you watch TV or read While you eat at a restaurant]]></description><link>https://www.guidingpetsandparents.com/post/command-down</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aafe2874069cd3acb34013d</guid><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 23:52:49 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>olk9izahbellah</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your new best friend : E-collar Technologies Mini Educator]]></title><description><![CDATA[Included with your Mini Educator: Handheld remote - water resistant &#38; floats Collar - water resistant with 1/2 mile radius Extra contact points - long or short hair Tools - tool to remove or tighten contact points and another to remove remote skin Test light - tool used to verify remote and collar are communicating Dual ended charger - charging cable that allows both remote and collar to charge simultaneously Lanyard Owner's manual - instruction guide *DO NOT follow training tips included Two...]]></description><link>https://www.guidingpetsandparents.com/post/your-new-best-friend-e-collar-technologies-mini-educator</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aafdf7f934de94835e4fd6b</guid><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 23:52:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1e5d0f_294411746f3046059a94833e5da9a2a0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_616,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>olk9izahbellah</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>