darrelthedoge

Do you ever have Random Dog Thoughts...? Tell me your #randomdogthoughts ! [Video description: human in shorts and tshirt throws stick for tan dog. As human's look starts to change from happy to deep in thought, text displays, "what if dogs only like fetching sticks because they think we like throwing them...?" Video jumps to dog prancing back with the stick to human.] https://www.instagram.com/reel/CRKcuhCpDEZ/?utm_medium=tumblr

I hear @avrillavigne is getting back into skating! Will she respond!? 🤗🥰💕💜 Darrel learned to flip the board! He is having so much fun upping his skating game, what should we work on next!? https://www.instagram.com/reel/CRIRem4p1jP/?utm_medium=tumblr

In our area mask restrictions have been lifted, and I really don't know what to do with my face! Meanwhile Darrel learned "smile"! Little does he know... this is a great way for me to check his teeth and get comfortable with us looking at his gums! And he loves this trick! https://www.instagram.com/reel/CRC70xHpsEM/?utm_medium=tumblr

Raise your paw or hand if opening a bag draws a crowd in your household! 🙋‍♀️🐾🙋 https://www.instagram.com/reel/CQ-U6JAAqGH/?utm_medium=tumblr

Did Darrel trick you?? Get your mind out of the gutter! 🍑🤣🍑😂 What does the A in your name stand for!? https://www.instagram.com/reel/CQ5buOYAy49/?utm_medium=tumblr

Dog.exe has stopped working... Cute or creepy as hecc? Darrel picks the weirdest sleeping positions and I never understand how he is comfy 🤣😂 Do your animals sleep in odd places? Wheres your animal's favorite place to nap?? [Video description: tan dog has his head pushed into the couch looking at camera with a creepy look, text displays, " my dog would never hurt a soul, but he will haunt your dreams", and camera zooms in, dog gives a creepy smile.] https://www.instagram.com/reel/CQxgGoWJdTH/?utm_medium=tumblr

I think about his little foot pushing the board a lot... 🥺🥺🥺 what are you busy thinki g about today?? Darrel has his own unique skateboarding style and I think it's the sweetest thing. By using his back paw, it helps with balance, steering and allows him to do fun tricks safely on the board! Let me know if you having any questions about skating or any other training questions! [Video description: tan dog sits on skateboard and sits in sit pretty pose while text displays "I was busy thinking about". Videos of dog skateboarding show while text displays " my dog's little back paw that he uses to push while skateboarding. ] https://www.instagram.com/reel/CQu7HCLpdP-/?utm_medium=tumblr

Did you see Mr wiggle?? We have been working a lot on desensitization, especially touching or having something touch darrels back. So having these glasses sit on his back without being able to see them was a huge step! What are you working on with your pup? As always feel free to comment below or dm me! [Video description: tan dog with glasses flares nostrils at camera and appears to be taking to woman in glasses, when music starts, dog butt with glasses starts wiggling. ] https://www.instagram.com/reel/CQqzB0cprME/?utm_medium=tumblr

Where would your pup take you if they were the one giving directions?? Would you allow him to be your backseat driver?? [Video description: tan dogg wearing purple bandana has arm on humans shoulder while she is driving. Text displays: my dog telling me the wrong directions... so we end up at the dog park]. https://www.instagram.com/reel/CQomFQOnE3T/?utm_medium=tumblr

#too much or never enough?? ⤵️ Is your pet food motivated or motivated by something else? We found out right away that Darrel's motivators were love and food, which has been key to his training! Knowing what motivates your pet helps with positive training, what are your pet's motivators?? [Video description: tan dog sits patiently with napkin tucked into his collar and bowl in front of him. A food bag starts to pour and soon over flows. He quickly starts eating it up.] https://www.instagram.com/reel/CQlxstjnv3j/?utm_medium=tumblr

We all know it's his bed, we just get to sleep in it with him sometimes. What's the rule in your household? Pets on or off your bed?? [Video description: tan dog is laying on bed with his head on the pillow, text displays, "my dog falling asleep after talking his parents into letting him sleep on the bed". Camera shifts to a woman curled up in a ball with a blanket sleeping on a dog bed, text displays, "instead of them".] https://www.instagram.com/reel/CQjEBniprek/?utm_medium=tumblr

Working hard or hardly working? This is my favorite picture of all time. Darrel was born and raised an office dog at @alz_wa but has been working from home with me the past year. Alzheimer's Disease and other dementias have taken such a toll on people and families more than ever during the COVID-19 pandemic, with social isolation, loss of routines, and people being stuck at home... As Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month comes to a close, here are a few things YOU can do to support the cause: 💜 Spread the word about the helpline with certified social worker on the end of the line 24/7 800-272-3900 . 💜 Visit www.alz.org for support and services. 💜 Join a Walk #thelongestday ! There is still time to donate or join me, visit my bio or check out www.alz.org/tld . #barkeddogatwork #nationalworkfromhomeday #workfromhomeday #wfh endalz (at Lynnwood, Washington) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQgtgldpTk2/?utm_medium=tumblr

Look at this GRAPPH!!! Who else has had it with all the pictures!? Would you let my pup take your photo? [Video description: tan dog sits in front of camera and camera light. He proceeds to tap the button and take selfies at himself, at the end 2 selfies that he took of himself display.] https://www.instagram.com/reel/CQbbcaHJn-N/?utm_medium=tumblr

Finish this sentence: Don't be surprised if one day I just... 🛥 ( Ill start!) Pack up and move to an island! 🏝 This park is a hidden gem about 1.5 hours from where we live, we are excited to start taking Darrel on day trips and roadtrips this summer, where should we go next!? (at Anacortes, Washington) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQUi_w3pG1K/?utm_medium=tumblr

Are you team cute or team smart dog?? We have been working on a lot of freestyle and props training lately with Darrel in order to get ready to take our last @americankennelclub trick test: Elite performer! In order to take this test, we had to pass 4 other titles along the way. Now we get to put together a routine or story to receive our very last title! Asking for him to fetch and then asking for another trick on top of that makes it even more of a challenge. We enjoy merging two tricks together into small routines! What is your favorite trick combo? Do you have any trick titles? Do you have any questions about trick titles? https://www.instagram.com/reel/CQPcwqWpwqK/?utm_medium=tumblr

Heck, I'm not going anywhere without my dog! Do you bring your animals everywhere you go?? We have been starting a list of fun activities to do with Darrel this summer, what are some of your pup friendly summer activities!? Some of the things we hope to try: 🐾 Stand up Paddle boarding & maybe surfing 🐾 Road trip! 🐾 Camping (or glamping) 🐾 Skatepark ___________ On a side note... this video was based off of one of the internet's very first memes! Are you familiar with the Dramatic Chipmunk viral video!? It debuted 14 years ago this month! Time flies! ____________ https://www.instagram.com/reel/CQNGnlQJpS2/?utm_medium=tumblr

Darrel's new trick on the board: skatedunk... baskateball?? I need help naming this one...! Send me suggestions and I'll name it after my favorite, and of course shout out some of my favorites on stories! As always feel free to message me with questions or if you want to hear how I taught Darrel this trick! [Video description: orange dog fetches basketball toy, runs onto skateboard and dunks it in hoop while skateboarding.] https://www.instagram.com/reel/CQJrZfopbQb/?utm_medium=tumblr