Pups & Patios Episode #2: Building Confidence Through Real-Life Training at Capo & Co
- Sierra Forsberg
- May 31
- 2 min read
Dog training isn’t just about commands. It’s about helping your dog feel confident and calm wherever life takes you. That’s the heart of the Pups & Patios series, which highlights dog-friendly spots in the Lehigh Valley while demonstrating what positive, real-world training can look like.
In this episode, Jasmine visited Capo & Co in Emmaus, PA, a charming Italian eatery with a pet-friendly patio and a warm, welcoming vibe. It was the perfect place to continue her training journey, and you can see it all in our latest video.
Outings like this are valuable training opportunities. New environments, unfamiliar sounds, and other diners provide the kind of low-stakes challenges that build lasting confidence. For dogs like Jasmine, practicing calm behavior in public settings reinforces everything learned at home.
Why Public Outings Matter:
Structured training at home lays the foundation, but applying those skills in the real world is where growth happens. Public outings help:
Reinforce calm behavior around distractions
Strengthen the dog-handler bond
Build your dog’s confidence through exposure
Provide controlled socialization experiences
Jasmine’s ability to relax on the patio, focus around other diners, and stay engaged is proof of how beneficial this kind of training can be.
Thinking about dining out with your dog?
Tailored training can make all the difference if your pup struggles with excitement, anxiety, or reactivity in public. Beyond Behavior Dog Training offers personalized in-home and on-location programs to meet your dog’s needs. We can even accompany you on outings to guide your dog through real-life scenarios.
📍 Serving the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas
🐾 Specializing in confidence-building and behavior support
💬 Ready to train where it matters most—your world
Let’s help your dog shine outside the home. Schedule a call with us today.
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