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Contact Information

Austin Dog Zone, LLC
Telephone: (512) 537-2364
E-mail:laura@austindogzone.com

Testimonials

We found Austin Dog Zone through Google when we were trying to find options for having our new puppy watched while we were out of town. We didn’t want to go the kennel route, so board and training seemed like an excellent alternative. Jack was just about two months old at the time, though we’d only had him for about a week and a half. He was making progress on his training but we wanted to keep it going and strengthen it while we were out of town, instead of having him forget. We couldn’t have b… Read more
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Recent Posts: All Dog Categories

What If I Told You It’s Not Your Fault?

December 31, 2017 | by Austin Dog Zone
Posted in All Dog Categories, Training, Wellness
What if I told you that your six week old puppy is at a serious disadvantage in life because he was taken too soon from his mother and littermates? What if I told you the genetic factors were already in place with your dog’s aggression before she was even born? What if I told you […] [ Read More ]

Socialization: Quality over Quantity

March 28, 2014 | by Austin Dog Zone
Posted in All Dog Categories, Training
“Have your puppy meet 100 new people in 100 days! If your puppy is already showing signs of timidity or fear, triple that to 300 exposures in 100 days.” Have you read that before, or been given that advice? Quality experiences matter more to your dog than the number, particularly if your dog is already […] [ Read More ]

Tips for Halloween with Your Dog

October 17, 2011 | by Austin Dog Zone
Posted in All Dog Categories, Training, Wellness
Halloween: A time for candy and costumes for us humans. As much as we may enjoy this holiday, Halloween can be confusing and scary for our canine friends. Have you seen some of those costumes out there? I can’t imagine what they look like to a dog. 🙂 Here are some safety tips and things […] [ Read More ]

Do Treats and Kisses Lead to Training Misses?

June 9, 2011 | by Austin Dog Zone
Posted in All Dog Categories, Our Lives With Dogs, Training
The Real Deal with Positive Dog Training Methods For most people, “positive” is a popular term used to describe a more kind and gentle way to train a dog. For others, it’s an impractical word that is often perceived to be synonymous with “ineffective,” or “new-age, hippie dog-trainers” (as a former veterinarian once told me). […] [ Read More ]

Know the Signs of Heat Exhaustion in Dogs

June 2, 2011 | by Austin Dog Zone
Posted in All Dog Categories, Wellness
Heat exhaustion can be dangerous, even fatal, for dogs. It can also be devastating for uninformed or unsuspecting pet owners. Fortunately, there are some simple things that you can do to protect your dog from the dangers of heat exhaustion. Recognize the Signs of Heat Exhaustion in Your Dog Dogs suffering from heat stroke will […] [ Read More ]

A Quick Idea to Add Variety, Using Ice Trays

April 21, 2011 | by Austin Dog Zone
Posted in All Dog Categories, Training, Wellness
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