Loose leash walking starts without a leash. I would like you to think for a moment about what kind of an emotional experience it is to take your dog for a leashed walk. For some people there is lunging, [...]
When a new puppy arrives, the change in routine can create big feelings for an adult dog who has been part of every training session. Behaviors that look surprising are often signs of stress rather than [...]
A lick mat can feel like magic when it brings instant peace to a whiny or restless puppy, but sometimes that calm comes after a buildup we don’t even notice. I’m taking a closer look at what drives that [...]
If you’ve ever had someone twist your training philosophy into something it’s not, you’ve likely run into a Straw Man argument. In this episode, I’m breaking down ten of the most common ones aimed [...]
Many dogs start spinning, barking, or rushing when the leash comes out or you head toward the door, but what if the hidden source of that on leash chaos actually begins earlier than you think? In this [...]
Your dog’s movement can reveal a lot about their long-term comfort and health. That’s why I’m sharing more than 20 simple fitness exercises to help support your dog at every stage of their life, so they [...]
Helping senior dogs live their best lives starts with simple, intentional choices that nurture their body, mind, and heart. In this episode, I’m sharing the four pillars that lead to longevity and how they can [...]
What might look like digging, chewing, or shredding is often a dog’s way of saying, “I need more enrichment.” In Part 2 of our enrichment series, I’m sharing how to build a 30-day plan that meets your [...]
If you’ve ever thought a stuffed Kong was enough to keep your dog enriched, you might be in for a surprise. Enrichment is about more than keeping our dogs busy. It’s about creating experiences that [...]
When training your dog stops being fun, it’s often a sign that something in the process needs a reset. In this episode, I share how to recognize when you’re looping instead of learning and how to shift [...]
