One of the most common questions in our private online community is, “how long does it take to train a puppy”. Often, that wonder is accompanied by the realization that training a puppy can be a lot of hard work. Naturally, we want our puppies to learn quickly. BUT, that’s not always the case. While many...

Are you a creature of habit? Maybe you eat your meals at the same time every day, exercise at the same time every day, or do certain household chores on the same day of the week. Routines help us stay on track and keep up with the world around us. But we’re not the only...

You’re a better pup parent than you think. And in this article, I’ll tell you exactly why I believe that to be true. We’ll also talk about dealing with self-doubt as a pup parent and staying positive with your efforts with your pup! Let’s get right to it ⬇️ LISTEN TO EPISODE Want to hear...

Loss and grieving are never pleasant topics, but it’s an unfortunate part of having loved ones in our lives. When we lose a dog family member, it has a significant impact on everyone, including the other dogs in our households. That brings up many questions... Do dogs grieve? How do dogs experience loss? How do...

While there are many many ways to raise a pup, there are generally agreed-upon ways to be a responsible dog parent! And being a responsible pup parent makes the world better for all other dogs and humans. In this episode, I’ll break down 5 easy ways (honestly, very easy) to be a good dog parent...

Sometimes, we focus on pretty serious and important topics about dog health and training. Today is not one of those days. Today we’re going to have some fun! Just like our personalities are unique, so are the traits of each dog breed. Today we’re going to find out which dog breed is most like you....

How we train our puppies can have long-term effects on their mental well-being and behavior! Unfortunately, I mistakenly trusted some “experts” who guided me in making training decisions and using training tools that almost ruined my relationship with my puppy. Let’s dive into why it happened to me and why it often happens to other...

There’s a common misconception that dogs who chase, run across thresholds, or seemingly can’t control themselves around food are being defiant or trying to be the “alpha” of your home. But that’s not really the case. What you’re seeing in those situations is impulse, rather than a personality trait. Dogs have strong impulses by nature,...

I still remember the first time I turned to my wife and asked, when do puppies calm down?! 😩 We had just come home from a long outing at the park and our pup was still bouncing off the walls, wanting to play, demand barking, chewing at our shoelaces, the whole ordeal. We were both...

The scratching, the licking, the rolling around, chewing on skin... It can make you wonder why your dog is SO itchy! Sure, it’s perfectly normal for your dog to itch once in a while. But when the frequency and severity of their itching have YOU scratching your head, it’s time to get to the bottom...