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Ready, Pup, Go!
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Ready, Pup, Go! offers guidance and support before and after you bring home your new puppy. In person dog training (within local service area) and remote dog training nation-wide. Train Force and Fear Free! Licensed & Insured! #positivedogtraining
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Ready, Pup, Go! @readypupgo.bsky.social · Apr 30
It’s almost been a year since I last introduced myself, so hi again!

I’m Michelle (she/her), a certified force-free puppy trainer and the founder of Ready, Pup, Go!

#PuppyTraining #TrainerLife #ForceFree #BlueskyDogs #DogPeople
Selfie of Michelle Thomas smiling with her Nova Scotia Duck Tolling retriever at an indoor event, overlaid with the text “3 Things About Me” on a teal gradient with pawprint accents. Graphic with teal and yellow gradient showing a cartoon puppy in front of a crate surrounded by toys and chewed objects, with text about helping overwhelmed puppy parents. Yellow background with a line art illustration of a hand using a clicker and a happy puppy responding, with text describing Michelle as a Fear-Free Certified® trainer who uses positive reinforcement. Heart and paw icon on a teal and yellow gradient with text about the emotional challenges of puppyhood and the need for support, highlighting Michelle’s course for struggling puppy parents.
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A good reward shows in the repetition. If your dog keeps doing it, the reinforcer is working.

#forcefreetraining #positivereinforcement #puppytrainingtips #puppytraining #puppyproblems #puppyblues #puppyschool #puppytrainer #puppylove #puppylife #puppyoftheday #puppymom #puppies
A small cream-colored puppy is held in the arms of a person with pink hair and glasses. Text over the photo reads: “If a reward works, your dog will tell you by repeating the behavior.” Logo at bottom.
January 13, 2026 at 5:06 PM
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Signs it might be time to reach out....

#Puppyhood #puppies #positivereinforcement
January 12, 2026 at 8:02 PM
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Puppies learn better when life feels predictable. Puppy training is about simple structure that helps puppies feel safe and families feel calmer.
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#LynnwoodDogTrainer #PuppySchool #DogTrainerWA #SnohomishCounty #PositiveReinforcement
Puppy wearing a graduation cap sitting on books beside a red apple, with a chalk arrow pointing down. Text reads: ‘Puppies learn best in safe, structured environments’ and ‘That’s exactly what our class provides!’ URL text reads: ‘ReadyPupGo.biz/socialization.’ New Year Puppy Training graphic.
January 12, 2026 at 7:30 AM
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If puppy life feels harder than you expected, you’re not alone. New Year puppy training is about learning together and realizing that this stage is normal.
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#DogTrainerWA #SnohomishCounty #FearFreeTraining #ForceFreeTraining #PositiveReinforcement
Ready, Pup, Go! graphic with illustrated puppy parents and dogs on a teal background. Text reads: ‘You don’t have to figure this out alone.’ and ‘Join a community of puppy parents learning together.’ Button text reads: ‘ReadyPupGo.biz/socialization.’ New Year Puppy Training support message.
January 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Starting the year with a puppy can feel exciting and overwhelming. You don’t need to do it alone, and support makes all the difference.

👉 buff.ly/FuUPE0r

#DogTrainerWA #SnohomishCounty #FearFreeTraining #ForceFreeTraining #PositiveReinforcement
Fireworks across the top over a puppy lying down on a dark background. Text reads: ‘Start the NEW YEAR with support’ and ‘Our puppy class gives you a clear plan and a calmer home.’ URL text reads: ‘ReadyPupGo.biz/socialization.’ New Year Puppy Training promo.
January 9, 2026 at 10:01 PM
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It's the New Year, and if you got a new pup, it's time to start small habits you can stick with. Those early routines really do shape the whole year.
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#DogTrainerWA #SnohomishCounty #PuppyTrainerWA #FearFreeTraining
Graphic with hanging star garlands and fireworks icons above five sleeping puppies. Text reads: ‘New Year Puppy Training’ and ‘Building Good Habits From Day One.’
January 8, 2026 at 9:01 PM
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Let’s talk about something most puppy parents don’t expect… Puppy Blues.
What’s been the most unexpected part of puppyhood for you?

Read more here: buff.ly/0m4tv5J

#puppybues #dogtraining #positivereinforcement
Three sections. The top section, 'Why the Puppy Blues Happen: sleep deprivation, constant caretaking, uncertainty, guilt, and pressure. Middle banner says 'What You're Feeling Is Valid' in bold white text on a blue background. Bottom section, 'Simple Ways to Support Yourself: stepping away, trading night shifts, staying connected, lowering expectations, and offering yourself perspective.
January 6, 2026 at 1:13 AM
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Knowledge replaces force. Dogs learn through reinforcement, not fear.

#forcefreetraining #positivereinforcement #puppytrainingtips #puppytraining #puppyproblems #puppyblues #puppyschool #puppytrainer #puppylove #puppylife #puppyoftheday #puppymom #puppies #newpuppy #clickertraining
Two golden-brown dogs stand with front paws on a gray couch, looking out the window. Text reads: “Once you know how dogs learn, you never need to use force.” Logo at bottom.
January 3, 2026 at 9:37 PM
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The first few nights get a lot of attention… but honestly, it’s the daytime moments that shape how your puppy feels about their crate long-term.

Read the blog for a calm, week-by-week crate comfort plan: buff.ly/pmHwaEa

#FearFreeTraining #PuppyParent #Puppy #PositiveReinforcement
January 3, 2026 at 12:37 AM
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Nighttime potty trips can feel like the longest minutes of your life - especially when you’re half-asleep, your puppy is wide awake, and the yard suddenly feels like a whole new world to explore.

Read the blog for a realistic nighttime potty guide: buff.ly/pmHwaEa

#Puppy #positivereinforcement
Text: 'Nighttime Potty Breaks With A New Puppy' followed by four tips: 'Keep lights dim and voices soft', 'Go to the same spot', 'Praise quietly', and 'Head straight back to the crate'. Below: 'No playing, no exploring. The goal is to keep nighttime… nighttime.' The background is a starry night sky above a silhouette of trees, with the 'Ready, Pup, Go!' logo at the bottom.
December 29, 2025 at 7:36 PM
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One of the biggest surprises for new puppy parents is just how tiny those little bladders really are. buff.ly/pmHwaEa

How often has your puppy needed to go out overnight this week?

#puppy #positivereinforcement
Text inside a thought bubble reads: 'How Long Can Puppies Hold It Overnight? Rule of thumb: Puppy can usually hold it overnight for about their age in months, plus one hour… 8-week-old = ~2–3 hours 10-week-old = ~3–4 hours 12-week-old = ~4–5 hours'. A light brown and white puppy is sleeping peacefully under a starry night sky. The 'Ready, Pup, Go!' logo appears at the bottom.
December 27, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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Every new puppy parent reaches a moment where they freeze at the sound of whining and think… “Am I supposed to ignore this?”

If you’d like gentle, real-world guidance on how to handle nighttime crying, this blog walks you through each scenario: buff.ly/7CPc2Ou

#puppy #positivereinforcement
What to Do When Your Puppy Cries: 1-Start by Listening: What Kind of Cry Is It? 2-Offer Gentle Comfort When They’re Unsure. 3-If They Might Need to Potty, Take Them Out. 4-Avoid Letting Them Cry to the Point of Panic. The goal isn’t to teach them that no one comes, It’s to help them feel safe enough to settle. A brown puppy is inside a crate, looking out.
December 23, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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If you’d like real-world guidance on how to handle different types of nighttime crying, the blog walks you through each scenario with clarity and compassion: buff.ly/7CPc2Ou

What kind of nighttime cry has been the trickiest to interpret?

#dogs #puppies
What to Do When Your Puppy Cries: 1-Start by Listening: What Kind of Cry Is It? 2-Offer Gentle Comfort When They’re Unsure. 3-If They Might Need to Potty, Take Them Out. 4-Avoid Letting Them Cry to the Point of Panic. The goal isn’t to teach them that no one comes, It’s to help them feel safe enough to settle. A brown puppy is inside a crate, looking out.
December 20, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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If you’re craving a clear, realistic walkthrough of the whole first evening, the full blog gives you a step-by-step routine you can use tonight even if you’re already tired: buff.ly/7CPc2Ou

What part of your puppy’s evening routine feels the hardest right now?

#dogs #positivereinforcement
Title: 'Puppy’s First Night Home Routine'. A notepaper graphic lists six steps: A Calm Evening Potty Break. Short, Relaxing Play or Enrichment. Snuggle Time to Ease the Transition. Guide Them into the Crate with Something Positive. Stay Close for a Bit. Expect a Couple of Nighttime Potty Breaks. The 'Ready, Pup, Go!' logo is at the bottom, over a blurred home background.
December 19, 2025 at 10:01 PM
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Read the full blog for a gentle first-week sleep plan: buff.ly/hEDVQ8e

Then tell me: where did you set up your puppy’s crate — bedroom, hallway, or another room?

#DogTrainerWA #pnwDogs #pnwPuppy #ReadyPupGo #SeattleDogs #SeattlePuppies #SnohomishCounty #SnohomishDogs #SnohomishPuppies #SnohomishWA
Text: 'Set Up Your Puppy’s Ideal Sleep Environment' followed by four tips: '01 Choose the Right Crate Location. 02 Create a Comfortable, Safe Space. 03 Keep the Environment Calm & Consistent. 04 Safety Matters. At the bottom, a small white and brown puppy sleeps on a soft beige blanket. The 'Ready, Pup, Go!' logo is in the lower right corner.
December 17, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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Training Tip Tuesday 🐾
Puppy nipping is normal — puppies don’t automatically know that human skin is sensitive.

Bite inhibition teaches pressure control by making the outcome clear: some bites keep play going, others don’t.

#TrainingTipTuesday #dogs #PositiveReinforcement #FearForceFree
Dark background with the heading “Soft Mouth, Safe Hands.” A simple white line-art illustration shows a small puppy sitting and gently mouthing a human hand. The puppy’s posture appears relaxed, not aggressive. Text below explains that nipping is normal puppy behavior and that learning how hard is “too hard” takes practice. Ready, Pup, Go! logo appears at the bottom. Dark background with the heading “Why It Matters.” Bullet points explain that puppies do not automatically know human skin is sensitive, that bite inhibition teaches puppies to control pressure before adult teeth come in, that good bite control reduces the risk of injury later in life, and that understanding this learning process helps reduce guilt and overwhelm for puppy parents. Ready, Pup, Go! logo appears at the bottom. Dark background with the heading “What You Need.” Text lists three items needed for bite inhibition training: a bite pressure scale ranging from hard to gentle, appropriate toys for redirection, and brief removal of attention that is not punishment. Illustrations include a rope toy, a bone-shaped toy, and a simplified figure of a person calmly turning away from a small dog to represent stepping away briefly. Ready, Pup, Go! logo appears at the bottom. Dark background with the heading “Step-by-Step.” Numbered instructions explain how to teach bite inhibition. Step one says that if the bite is hard, immediately stop play and step away for a few seconds. Step two explains that if the bite is gentle, redirect the puppy to a toy and continue play. Step three emphasizes consistency so the puppy learns that gentle mouths keep the game going. Step four explains that expectations should gradually increase so softer and softer pressure is required over time. Ready, Pup, Go! logo appears at the bottom.
December 16, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Learning never stops. Every moment with your dog is shaping their behavior. Make it count.

#forcefreetraining #positivereinforcement #puppytrainingtips #puppytraining #puppyproblems #puppyschool #puppytrainer #puppylove #puppylife #puppyoftheday #puppymom #puppies #newpuppy
A golden-brown puppy lies on a carpet with a large stuffed animal toy, surrounded by games and books on a shelf in the background. Text reads: “Every moment teaches something. Your dog is always learning.” Logo at bottom.
December 15, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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First Night with a puppy? Here's a guide to making it through the night: buff.ly/hEDVQ8e

#newpuppy #holidaypuppy #puppy #PuppyTrainerWA #FearFreeTraining #ScienceBasedDogTraining #DogTrainingAdvice #EthicalDogTraining
#ForceFreeTraining
Text in large blue letters: 'Puppy’s First Night Home', followed by 'How to Help Your Puppy Settle and Sleep' in red text. A small brown puppy is curled up asleep in a fluffy, round gray dog bed against a white wall. Ready, Pup, Go! Logo is at the top.
December 12, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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If a holiday puppy is already part of your plan this year, take a deep breath!
You can read more about each tip (and why they matter) at buff.ly/Ed2VXlY

#FearFreeTraining #ScienceBasedDogTraining #DogTrainingAdvice #EthicalDogTraining
#ForceFreeTraining #KindDogTraining #PositivePuppyTraining
'Holiday Puppy Preparation Tips: Choose a reputable breeder or rescue, puppy-proof your home before the big day, schedule your first vet visit early, build a routine from day one, and line up training and social support.’ The tips are presented on paper-style notes with colorful icons for each. At the bottom is the 'Ready, Pup, Go!' logo.
December 10, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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Overstimulation leads to nipping, zoomies, and barking.
A calm-down zone gives your puppy a predictable place to reset. 🐶

#TrainingTipTuesday #DogTrainerWA #pnwDogs #pnwPuppy #ReadyPupGo #SeattleDogs #SeattlePuppies #SnohomishCounty
Dark gray slide with a teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner at the top. Heading reads “GIVE THEM A RESET SPACE.” A circular photo in the center shows a puppy playpen setup with a crate inside, bedding, toys, and chews in a cozy living area. Text below reads: “A calm zone gives your puppy a safe, quiet place to relax, not a ‘time-out’ or punishment spot.” Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom. Dark gray slide with a teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner at the top. Heading reads “GIVE THEM A RESET SPACE.” A circular photo in the center shows a puppy playpen setup with a crate inside, bedding, toys, and chews in a cozy living area. Text below reads: “A calm zone gives your puppy a safe, quiet place to relax, not a ‘time-out’ or punishment spot.” Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom. Dark gray slide with teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Heading reads “WHAT YOU NEED.” Bullet points list: • A pen, gated area, or crate (door open if possible) • A chew, lick mat, or stuffed Kong • Soft bedding or a cozy mat • Optional: white noise or a fan to block busy-house sounds Decorative images include a Kong toy, a bully stick, and a pink lick mat. Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom. Dark gray slide with teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Heading reads “STEP-BY-STEP.” Numbered list says: Make it a happy place: Add chews or a lick mat to build positive feelings. Use it before your puppy gets overtired: Move your puppy here at the first signs of overstimulation. Aim for calm → then sleep: Most puppies will naturally drift into a nap after a few minutes of calm chewing or licking. Keep transitions smooth: Let your puppy come out when they wake up relaxed. Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom.
December 9, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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Rewards pull dogs closer. Punishment pushes them away. Choose connection over control. 🐾

#forcefreetraining #positivereinforcement #puppytrainingtips #puppytraining #puppyproblems #puppyschool #puppytrainer #puppylove #puppylife #puppymom #puppies #newpuppy #clickertraining
A golden-brown puppy rests in the arms of a person with pink hair and glasses while sitting outside by a wooden fence. Text on the image reads: “Rewards create connection. Punishment creates distance.” Logo at bottom.
December 8, 2025 at 8:03 PM
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For a young puppy, predictable routines aren’t just “nice to have” - they’re the foundation of feeling safe.

Dive deeper on the blog: buff.ly/Ed2VXlY

#DogTrainerWA #pnwDogs #pnwPuppy #ReadyPupGo #SeattleDogs #SeattlePuppies #SnohomishCounty #SnohomishDogs #SnohomishPuppies #SnohomishWA
December 5, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Understanding “antecedents” can simplify your life with a puppy. These are environmental cues like your movement or routine that influence behavior. Adjusting them can lead to better training outcomes.

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#DogTrainerWA #SeattleDogs #positivereinforcement #forcefearfree
'Antecedent [noun]' defined as, ‘The things that happen before your puppy acts – like sounds, routines, or your movement – and help them know what’s about to happen.' An arrow points to the sentence: 'Set those moments up for success, and your puppy will too!' At the bottom is the 'Ready, Pup, Go!' logo.
December 4, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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Puppy chaos lately? Barking, biting, zoomies…they’re all your puppy’s way of saying something. New blog helps you decode what those behaviors really mean: buff.ly/eSi40cx

#PuppyParenting #PuppyTraining
December 3, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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A marker word (“YES!”) shows your puppy the exact moment they did the right thing.
This makes learning faster and clearer. 🐾

#ClickerTraining #TrainingTipTuesday #DogTrainerWA #pnwDogs #pnwPuppy #ReadyPupGo #SeattleDogs #SeattlePuppies #SnohomishCounty #SnohomishDogs #SnohomishPuppies #SnohomishWA
Dark gray slide with a teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner at the top. Large white text reads “MARK THE MOMENT.” Below is a simple white line-art drawing of a clicker with a paw print. Text underneath says: “A marker tells your puppy, ‘YES! THAT was it!’ the exact second they do the right thing.” Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom.
December 2, 2025 at 5:04 PM