There’s one question I wish I would have thought about more when I first got a new puppy… “how much freedom should my puppy have?”. And similarly, should I let my dog roam free in the house? But, then new pup parent life started happening, and quickly! Stressing about vet appointments, searching for healthy dog...

“Am I doing this right?” - Every dog parent ever at one point or another. Without the ability to tell us if they are grasping a concept, you're left wondering if your training sessions are actually making any difference – especially when your dog hasn’t quite yet mastered whatever you’re currently working on. But that...

Two principles and concepts completely changed my understanding of training and raising a well-mannered dog. LIMA dog training and the Humane Hierarchy. The two are interconnected and provide a framework for changing dog behavior in a thoughtful, humane, and effective manner. While these principles stand as an ethos and methodology for professional trainers and behaviorists,...

Before we dive into how to greet a dog safely... 👇 Picture this: You’re minding your own business in the grocery store, stocking up on your weekly necessities. Out of nowhere, a stranger approaches your cart, puts their hands in your face, and kisses you. Sounds ridiculous, right? Well, more often than not, that’s how...

One of my favorite questions I see online is 'why does my dog steal my socks'. 🤪 If you often find yourself pacing around your house looking for the other sock or shoe that you swore you just saw, this post is for you. If you’ve ever chased your dog around with your shoe or...

The holiday season and the new year are common times for families to bring a puppy into their home. And may have the thought of 'what is the first thing I should train my puppy?' While it’s a super exciting venture for any family, it can also be a bit overwhelming and even lead to...

Has your dog ever mastered a behavior in training sessions or at home only to have it all go out the window in a real-world setting? We’ve all been there. Likely, distractions are to blame. People walking by, squirrels darting across the road, the smell of a restaurant across the street – distractions are everywhere...

While you may want to know how many times a day you should walk your dog, I want to convince you in this article to think about this question differently! Before you close this tab, stick with me for a few minutes. By the end of this article, I promise you’ll feel more confident in...

Dogs are food motivated by nature. While this is great for training because you know treats will work as positive reinforcers (if your dog isn’t food motivated, check this out), it can also have its challenges. Sometimes high food drive causes bad manners, like your dog begging for food. If this is your dog every...

Running with your dog can be a very effective way to improve the health and happiness of your pup and you, the human! While jogging can be relatively straightforward, adding a dog to the mix will change how you approach this activity. I’ve been running with my dogs on an almost daily basis for the...