WHY SO SERIOUS, HOOMAN?

From sulking to silly in 0.2 seconds flat.

DOG LOGIC: IF YOU CAN'T FIND A REASON TO
SMILE, JUST TURN YOUR HEAD UPSIDE DOWN.

If nothing else, our canine compadres serve as a constant reminder to us humans, that life doesn't have to be so serious all of the time and that a little silliness might be the secret to happiness - even if that silliness comes after too many lemon drop shots you made with all those lemons life gave you. As long as you're paying attention,

AS MUCH AS WE CAN TEACH OUR DOGS,
WE CAN LEARN FROM THEM.

And with that, let the summer silliness commence! During this first official month of summer, we continue with part 2 of our Counter Surfing series. Dads get all the hype, we break down the difference between obedience and manners (yes, there is one), plus a ton of other dog stuff... you know the drill. So grab your SPF, because this newsletter is going to leave a mark... on your mind.😎

WONDER 101

MYTH BUSTERS

Busting myth balls.

There are so many rumors out there about pet dog sterilization and frankly, some of these myths have us a bit miffed, so we're here to bust some myth balls & set the record straight.

IT CAN CAUSE BEHAVIOR CHANGES

The 📠 - No amount of sterilization is going to negate any negative personality traits or bad behaviors or habits your dog has picked up over time. Neutering can help avoid some aggression problems & lower testosterone (which is often the cause for high-drive behaviors, like being territorial, roaming or male dogs mounting other dogs prior to being neutered.)

IT'S UNHEALTHY

The 📠 - Spay/neuter actually helps your dog live a longer, healthier life. For males, it can help prevent testicular cancer and some prostate problems. Spaying helps prevent uterine infections and breast tumors. 

IT'S EXPENSIVE

The 📠 - These procedures have come a long way and in doing so, the cost has come way down. There are plenty of organizations that offer low-cost options, including the ASPCA and local rescues.

NEUTERING MY DOG WILL MAKE HIM FEEL LIKE LESS OF A MAN

The 📠 - Yeahhh, no bud. Doggos don't have any concept of gender or sexual identity so that's not a thing.

GROUP CHAT

Counter surfing: part deux

We covered Management, and its many forms, in our last newsletter video. Here's where we dig in further to uncover the magic of Tethering. It is similar to Management, but allows you to dip your toe into training your dog to be settled in a location or attached to you for optimal "eyes-on" intervention.

ETCETERA

Wonder Dogg-O' the Month
FILE UNDER: GOOD BOYS & GIRLS

A VERY GOOD BOY-KIN

Louisa's heart never stood a chance. Tybee stole it the moment she met this baby Boykin. There was that time as a tiny puppy when he ferociously protected her from the intruder in the mirror. And then at the beach he bravely played "Boop the Snoot" with a fiddler crab. From his golden eyes to chocolate-covered ringlets, this pup keeps his cousin, Jefe, busy. This past year brought some big changes as Tybee left farm-life for city-life, but with Mom's help, they have conquered the excitement of noisy streets, barking dogs, sounds of school buses & so much more.

Favorite Follow
FILE UNDER: COOL ACCOUNTS

We're sharing some of our favorite famous pooches & social media stars we follow.

What We're Binging
FILE UNDER: THE GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING

DAD JOKES 

Why we ❤️ it:

With Father's Day coming up, instead of a gift guide, we figured Dads would appreciate some new material for their next weekly post-yard-work-admiration-sidewalk-meetup. So we ventured deep into the Dad-a-base for the gift that keeps on giving to bring you this fresh batch of groan-worthy Dad jokes. 

AIR USED TO BE FREE AT THE GAS STATION, NOW IT'S $1.50. DO YOU KNOW WHY?
Inflation. 

WHAT DID THE BUFFALO SAY TO HIS SON WHEN HE SENT HIM OFF TO COLLEGE?
Bye son. 

THE PAST, THE PRESENT, AND THE FUTURE WALKED INTO A BAR.
Boy was that tense! 

I WAS IN A JOB INTERVIEW THE OTHER DAY, THEY ASKED IF I COULD PERFORM UNDER PRESSURE.
I said no, but I could do Bohemian Rhapsody. 

WHAT'S THE BEST WAY TO WATCH A FLY-FISHING TOURNAMENT?
Live stream.

WHEN I AM AROUND MY SPANISH-SPEAKING FRIENDS I USE THE WORD MUCHO.
It means a lot to them.

WHO IS IN FAVOR OF BRINGING ROMAN NUMERALS BACK INTO USE?
I for one.

MR. BIGGER & MRS. BIGGER HAVE A BABY. WHO'S THE BIGGEST IN THE FAMILY?
The baby of course, because he's a little Bigger.

HAVE YOU HEARD ABOUT THE RESTAURANT ON THE MOON?
Great food. No atmosphere.

DO YOU KNOW WHY PEOPLE IN ATHENS RARELY GET UP BEFORE SUNRISE?
Because Dawn is tough on Greece.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Upcoming Classes📚 

Don't wait to register! Group class size is limited & classes can sell out quickly depending on location & time.

Puppy Classes

PUPPY PRESCHOOL:  June 22  |  July 2   |  August 10   |  August 13

AGES: 7 to 14 weeks
WHEN: 1 hour/week, 5 weeks
REGISTER: Click your preferred start date above to register
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KINDERPUPPY CLASS:  June 22  |  July 2  |  August 10  |  August 13

AGES: 16 to 24 weeks
WHEN: 1 hour/week, 6 weeks
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PUPPY ELEMENTARY:  June 30  |  August 18

AGES: 6 to 11 months
WHEN: 1 hour/week, 6 weeks
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PUPPY JUNIOR HIGH CLASS:  July 6  |  August 27

AGES: 12 to 18 months
WHEN: 1 hour/week, 6 weeks
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Specialty Classes

REFORM SCHOOL:  September 3  |  October 15

AGES: All ages
WHEN: 1 hour/week, 5 weeks
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CANINE GOOD CITIZEN TEST PREP CLASS:  August 22

AGES: 12 months to Seniors
WHEN: 1 hour/week, 6 weeks
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#JuneHashtagHolidays

Don't be the last one to post about your pups during this month's interesting social media holidays. #blessed

NATIONAL LEAVE THE OFFICE EARLY DAY - 2ND #LeaveTheOfficeEarlyDay 
👋 A beloved holiday among hard workers everywhere, feel free to use this as your OFFICIAL LEAVE WORK EARLY PERMISSION SLIP.

NATIONAL DOUGHNUT DAY - 4TH #NationalDoughnutDay
🍩 Fun fact: This day was created by the Salvation Army in 1938, to honor those who served doughnuts to soldiers during World War I. "Siri, find Dunkin'."

WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY - 5TH #WorldEnvironmentDay
🌏 Blast this song today & make a pledge to do better.

NATIONAL BEST FRIENDS DAY - 8TH #BestFriendsDay
🐶 Life advice from Wonder Dog University: Never trust a person whose bestie isn't a dog.

NATIONAL SELFIE DAY - 21ST #NationalSelfieDay
📸 What are you waiting for, well go on with your bad self(ie).

INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY - 21ST #InternationalYogaDay
🧘‍♀️ This yogi doggo can do a downward-dog pose better than most humans & that's not the only position. 

NATIONAL TAKE YOUR DOG TO WORK DAY - 24TH #TakeYourDogToWorkDay
🐕‍🦺 As if you have to ask us twice. 

NATIONAL HANDSHAKE DAY - 30TH #HandshakeDay

📢 DO YOU HAVE A PATRIOTIC PUP? WE'RE LOOKING FOR WONDER DOGS TO FEATURE IN OUR NEXT  NEWSLETTER CELEBRATING JULY 4TH! EMAIL OR TAG US ON INSTAGRAM FOR A CHANCE TO BE FEATURED! 🇺🇸

ONE LAST THING

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