Dog Training: Does My Pup Need to Attend Dog Obedience School?
Time and time again I get asked the age-old question when it comes to getting a new puppy or trying to break naughty dog behavior habits… “Do I need to bring my dog to a dog obedience school?” And my answer is…Maybe! There are many different reasons why dog obedience school might be the best […]
CBD Oil for Dogs: The Key to Training “Untrainable” Dogs
Do you have what you believe is an “untrainable” dog? You know the kind that… Has failed every obedience school? Won’t listen to you, even when bribed with treats? Constantly causes chaos in your home no matter how much attention you give them? Managing a dog who simply won’t calm down and focus on you […]
The Big Fix Uganda: Improving the Lives of Dogs and Humans Around the Globe
Listen above or iTunes / Spotify (Tap the subscribe button – it’s free and keeps you updated!) Today’s Guest Sarah Schmidt – Founder of The Big Fix Uganda I’m so excited to introduce to you today’s guest, Sarah Schmidt, the founder of The Big Fix Uganda. Sarah and her team do incredible work to help improve the lives of […]
How To Become a Dog Trainer: Finding Stability in a COVID-19 World
2020 was a rough year for just about everyone around the world due to the COVID-19 virus that spread like wildfire across the globe. While I don’t take lightly the hardships that many people have faced, I have taken time to reflect on the positives that such a pandemic has taught us. The two most […]
Jumping Dogs: How to Keep Your Pup from Jumping on House Guests
Your dog is calm and sleeps on the floor all day long. Then BAM! A guest walks through the door and your pup turns into the Tasmanian Devil. His excitement has him running and jumping on top of your house guests—an unpleasant experience for your company, especially for those friends and family members who aren’t […]
Dog Training Education Month: How to Settle a Dog Who’s Always Busy
I often hear people talk about how busy their dogs are. Many of the comments refer to pups who just can’t seem to settle down…whether they are on a walk, in the car, or simply at home. In honor of National Dog Training Education Month, I’m going to share some training tips on how you […]
The Polyvagal Theory: Know It And Know Your Dog, With Sue Mimm
Listen above or iTunes / Spotify (Tap the subscribe button – it’s free and keeps you updated!) Today’s Guest Sue Mimm – Reactive Dog Expert I’m so excited to introduce to you today’s guest, dog trainer and behavior therapist, Sue Mimm. For someone who describes herself as “not very sciencey” she sure has a great understanding of what’s […]
How to Safely Socialize Your Dog with Other Household Pets
Getting a new pet is a really exciting event! Whether it be a second family dog, a new bunny, or a flock of chickens there’s nothing better than opening your home to a new furry (or feathery or scaly) family member! But what happens when your new and current pets don’t get along? More specifically, […]
Rescue Dog Series Part 5: Solving Inappropriate Elimination Issues
When you think about potty accidents in the house, you most likely picture a new puppy who is just learning where it’s appropriate to use the bathroom. But, what happens when you bring home a two-year-old dog…or a six-year-old or a ten-year-old that you find out still uses your carpet as a spot to relieve themselves? This […]