The calming trifecta of sniffing, licking, and chewing. These simple activities can help an anxious, nervous, or hyper dog to self soothe...

Congratulations you made it through Puppyhood! Woohoo! But just as soon as you start celebrating, you are hit with the baseball bat that...

Short answer? No. Let me explain. I’m not a huge fan of labels, but I know that labels and catergories can sometimes help to explain...

Gus enjoying our adventure on a longer leash! Let me share the benefits of using a long line leash (typically 15–50 feet long) with your...

I don’t know about you, but the term “dog owner” has never felt right to me. Ownership is typically defined as “the act or right of...

"It's okay! He/she's friendly!" ......shouts the owner of this off leash dog speeding towards you and your on leash dog.... First of all...

Rose, Blance, and Lacey practicing WAIT before getting out of the car We had just parked at the dog park when a car parked right next to...

You don’t have to be a patient person, but you can do patient things-Chris Williamson (he is the host of an amazing podcat called “Modern...

Raise your hand if you love trail mix! I sure do-the delicious blend of various nuts and chocolate….yum. It’s the perfect mix of salty...

I hate to say it, but I think there is an over fixation when it comes to the idea of Heel: what it should look like, how to do it, and...

I figured a picture of an elk would be less triggering than a picture of a snake. But this goes for ALL wildlife. I am not a fan of...

So as a dog trainer, one would automactically assume and expect that I know all there is to know about dog walking equipment, especially...

Let's Make Your Pup's Holiday Season Magical & Safe! The holidays bring twinkling lights, festive treats, and cozy gatherings - but let's...

Let's Talk About Your Pup's Chewing Adventures! Every dog parent knows that magical moment when their furry friend settles down with...

I said Brrrrr! It's COLD out here! Is your furry friend ready for winter wonderland adventures? Let's make sure your pup stays cozy and...

Did you know that dogs weren’t designed to eat food out of a bowl every day? They were designed to hunt, forage, and scavenge. Did you...

Gratitude: the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness In the hustle and bustle of today’s...

A common complaint among many dog guardians when it comes to daily walks is that dogs are completely disengaged and don’t listen to or...

The survival response in dogs, often called the “fight-or-flight” response, is a complex set of physiological and behavioral changes...

WAIT is much more than just a single cue or command. It’s a MINDSET (for both you and your dog). Learning “wait” as a basic cue (or...