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Cash | Maltese | Bakersfield, CA

ByJesse Medina

🐾 Welcome, Cash!

Cash is a 4-year-old Maltese who has just joined our 3-week rehabilitation program. He’s been displaying concerning behaviors including biting, excessive barking, aggression toward people, and difficulty following commands. He also struggles with being around other dogs and is not dog-friendly at this time.

Over the next few weeks, we’ll focus on building trust, improving impulse control, and reshaping his behavior through structure, consistency, and clear communication. We’re excited to help Cash make a fresh start!

Pupdate#2

WEIGHT: 9.6 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: Today’s session with Cash was all about laying the groundwork—slowly building trust and introducing leash pressure in a way that encourages confidence and understanding.

Guiding him through the process step by step, I watched him start to engage with the subtle communication of leash pressure. Every small breakthrough—his willingness to yield, his curiosity in the learning process— A step forward in shaping his foundation.

Pupdate#3

WEIGHT: 9.6 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: Today, Cash was introduced to the **place** command—a foundational skill that helps build confidence, structure, and impulse control. With patience and positive reinforcement, he’s starting to understand that staying put is a rewarding choice.

This is just the beginning, but seeing him process and engage with the training is a huge win. Every session builds trust, and this milestone is another step toward his progress.

Pupdate#4

WEIGHT: 9.6 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: Today’s training session was all about tapping into Cash’s natural instincts—helping him use his nose to explore and build confidence. With Bell the dog and another trainer by his side, Cash had the perfect opportunity to observe, learn, and trust his environment.

Encouraging dogs to engage their sense of smell isn’t just about tracking—it’s a powerful tool for boosting self-assurance and calm energy. Watching Cash navigate this experience was a reminder of how foundational trust and curiosity are in his development. Every small step is a big win in his journey

Pupdate#5

WEIGHT: 9.6 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: **“Cash took another step forward today, holding the Duration sit with focus and patience! Watching his confidence grow as he settles into structured commands is incredible. Proud of this boy!”**

Pupdate#6

WEIGHT: 9.6 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: Today, Cash made great strides in holding Duration sit and down commands. His patience and focus are building, and with every session, he’s learning to trust the structure and find comfort in it. Small wins lead to big breakthroughs!

Pupdate#7

WEIGHT: 9.6 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: Today, Cash showed incredible progress in holding multiple commands! His patience, trust, and focus are growing, and it’s exciting to see him step up to the challenge. Each session builds his confidence, and today was another win in his journey. Proud of this boy!

Pupdate#8

WEIGHT: 9.6 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: “After a solid training session and some well-earned play, we decompress as a pack together. It’s a crucial part of the process—building trust, reinforcing calm energy, and deepening bonds. A balanced mind makes a balanced dog!”

Pupdate#9

WEIGHT: 9.6 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: “Cash is making strides in his training! Today, he held multiple commands with confidence, proving his focus and trust in the process. Each session builds his structure and patience, and it’s incredible to watch him grow!”

Pupdate#10

WEIGHT: 9.6 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: Cash crushed it in today’s training! He held Duration sit and down confidently on the place command, showing trust in the process and growing into his structured confidence. Each session builds his patience, and he’s stepping up beautifully. Proud of his progress!”

Pupdate#11

WEIGHT: 9.6 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: Today was a fun day of training, and Cash did amazing holding multiple commands even with dog distractions! He’s really learning to focus and stay on track! Great job, Cash!”

Pupdate#12

WEIGHT: 9.6 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: Today, Cash took his training to the next level with a **field trip to Home Depot**! Amidst the bustling environment, he held multiple commands, demonstrating focus, patience, and growing confidence. Training in real-world settings is key to building reliability, and Cash is stepping up beautifully. Proud of his progress!

Pupdate#13

WEIGHT: 9.6 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: Cash took on another **field trip to Home Depot**, and his ability to hold **Duration commands** amidst distractions continues to impress! The hustle and bustle tested his focus, but he stayed composed, proving his growth in confidence and reliability. Real-world training makes all the difference, and Cash is stepping up beautifully!

Pupdate#14

WEIGHT: 9.6 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: **Cash is catching on fast!** Today, he did great with door manners, showing patience and control. He’s learning to wait calmly and follow guidance—a big step in his foundation training. Excited to see him keep building on this progress!

Pupdate#15

WEIGHT: 9.7 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: **Cash crushed it today!** He held multiple commands with impressive focus and control, showing real progress in his training. His patience and responsiveness are sharpening—excited to see him continue building on this momentum!

Pupdate#16

WEIGHT: 9.7 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: Cash made great strides in his training today, showing excellent food manners! He’s learning patience, restraint, and trust when it comes to mealtime—a big step in building overall impulse control. Proud of his progress!

Pupdate#17

WEIGHT: 9.7 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: Today’s training session was a field trip to the park, and Cash showed incredible growth! Despite the distractions—dogs, people, and all the tempting scents—he held multiple commands with confidence and focus. His patience and trust continue to build, and it’s exciting to see his progress in real-world environments. Proud of his dedication! 💪🐶

Pupdate#18

WEIGHT: 9.7 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: Another Day, Another Win for Cash 🐾✨  We hit the park again today for a training field trip, and Cash crushed it! He moved through the distractions like a pro—holding a solid heel despite all the sights, sounds, and sniff-worthy distractions. His focus is getting sharper, and that calm confidence is really starting to show. Proud of this little guy’s stride! 🐕💪

Pupdate#19

WEIGHT: 9.7 Lbs

MORNING FEED: All

EVENING FEED: All

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: After a fun day of training, Cash wrapped things up in style—stretching out on his place command like the confident little pro he’s becoming. Structured work meets structured rest, and he’s nailing both. Balance looks good on him! 🐶🛋️

 

Jesse Medina

Ever since Jesse was young, he had a fascination with all animals, especially dogs. Jesus once rescued a dog near the street he lived on and helped nurse her back to health. From that point forward Jesus has wanted to help dogs in any way. Read more about Jesse here.