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Meet the Heinzig’s
We are Karen & Steve Heinzig 👋 Together, we own and operate our 15-acre Texas Longhorn ranch. Our ranch is much more than an agricultural business, it is a Positive Reinforcement Ranch Retreat and Training Center for dogs.
Karen is an accomplished Canine Behavior Consultant and Behavior Specialist focusing on dogs with behavior challenges such as reactivity, aggression, fear, anxiety and hyper-arousal. Her favorite breed of dog is an Akita.
Steve is The BEST Dog Dad ever. He likes to spend time with our boarding guests when possible and gives them lots of scratchings. His favorite breed of dog is a Pit Bull.
The Heinzig’s are committed to providing a safe place for dogs with behavior challenges.
Welcome to our ranch
My name is Karen Heinzig and, since 2008, I have spent my life dedicated to making the lives of dogs with behavior challenges better.
Our kennel was created for special dogs that need our care. We understand that boarding is stressful for dogs so we aim to provide a low-stress environment filled with lots of one-on-one interaction, indoor enrichment and training, as well as plenty of quiet rest opportunities in between play times.
We also share our ranch with several horses, Texas Longhorn Cattle, Barn Cats, and our own dogs. Dogs who visit the ranch will might get to meet Lily, one of our dogs, because she takes it as her personal goal to play with as many friendly dogs as she can. If your dog doesn’t get along with other dogs, that’s okay too. It is not required that anyone play together.
I strongly believe that all animals can be cared for using low-stress, positive handling and training to achieve your goals. I have dedicated the rest of my career to learning more about teaching people and their horses as well as continuing the life changing help we provide for many dog owners already.
Services
What’s Included
Climate-controlled kennel facility (Heat/Air)
60″x65″ Indoor Kennel for each dog
Raised Kuranda Bed
Comfy blankets
Free choice toys from our toy box
Fresh water and clean bowls
Treats everyday!
Food Enrichment everyday!
Audio Enrichment everyday! Dogs love Country Music but we also listen to Jazz, Reggae, Classical, and Talk Radio
Outdoor play yards for private or group play
24 hour video monitoring system in kennels and play yards
Daily medication or special diet management
What to bring
Details about your pet’s needs so we can make them as comfortable as possible during their stay.
Your dog’s food and medication
Collar or harness and leash for arrival and departure
Special treats your pet may require
If you send any personal items, please label them with your dog’s name and we will do our best to get them back to you.
We also have a refrigerator for any items that need to be kept cold.
How to Book
Click the New Guest button below and schedule a FREE Consultation. We will schedule a 2 night trial stay to make sure that your dog is going to enjoy the ranch.
About our Training
We provide behavior modification training for dogs with reactivity, aggression, anxiety, fear and hyper-arousal. We provide positive reinforcement training in a force free, low-stress environment.
All dogs in our care receive positive reinforcement training during their stay. We like to highlight their successes and share on our social media. Each dog receives custom training to help you reach your training goals.
We use a combination of low value and high value reinforcers combined with environmental management to reinforce your dog for the desired behaviors.
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL DOG TRAINER
ASSOCIATE CERTIFIED DOG BEHAVIOR CONSULTANT
PROFESSIONAL MEMBER OF THE ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONAL DOG TRAINERS
FEAR FREE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL TRAINER
FEAR FREE BOARDING FACILITY CERTIFIED
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