From Dusk Till Dog

Whether you just brought home a new puppy for the holidays or you’ve been walking life’s path with your senior dog for years, there is something magical about hitting the "reset" button. We often get so caught up in the big goals, such as the perfect loose leash walk or a flawless recall, that we forget that the strongest bonds are actually built in the tiny, quiet moments of clarity and connection. This month, we’re stripping away the noise and going back to the basics. Trai

The holiday season is a magical time, filled with sparkling lights, delicious smells, and the joy of togetherness. But for our beloved canine companions, it can be a confusing and even stressful period! Sudden changes in routine, new faces, loud noises, and tempting holiday treats can all lead to an increase in unwanted behaviors. To help set your dog up for success, we're diving into the wonderful world of enrichment – a powerful tool to help your dog navigate the holiday hu

Let's talk about crate training. Whether you've got a brand-new puppy or an adult dog who's new to the concept, the most important thing...

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Hey there, it's your friendly neighborhood dog trainer back with another training tip! If there's one thing I hear a lot, it's "Should I...

Dogs, like humans, need more than just food and shelter to thrive. They crave regular mental and physical stimulation. Enter: enrichment...

Teaching your dog a new behavior doesn't have to be complicated. With a few simple techniques and a positive approach, you can easily...

Using training treats (or small pieces of any dog-approved food) is a dog parent's secret weapon! That little morsel of deliciousness can...

I have been a bit MIA in certain ways for quite a while now and I am finally ready to let you in on what's been going on with me and the...

I went outside this morning to let the dogs out and it was the coldest morning of the season (or atleast that's how it felt to me). So...

Whether it's because the weather sucks, your mental health is down the drain, work is hectic lately, or you're not interested in bumping...

Jade had a check-up at the ophthalmologist last week, and as I was getting all of my stuff together the night before, I realized it might...

If you're one of those people who promised to work on your dog's noise phobia or uncertainty about firework sounds last year, never got...

Over the last decade of working with clients and providing guidance on how to improve walks when out and about with their dogs, I have...

The other day I walked into the kitchen with my dogs and proceeded to open up the "dog cabinet" to get them a chew. (You know, the...

Have you ever started writing a text or an email to someone and gotten halfway through it and then deleted the whole thing? That was me...

There is a saying in the dog world (especially the rescue world) called The Rule of Three. This generally explains how a new dog will...

Let's face it, when your dog is thrusting himself forward and yanking at the end of the leash during your neighborhood walks, it sucks....