If you follow me on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn, you already know that I lost my heart dog this week. Havoc’s passing has affected me in ways that I’m still processing, but it also reminded me just how much she reshaped my life simply by being in it. The truth is: she’s a dog I […]
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Week 2 in our Exercises For Focus Series So, you’re successfully building your dog’s focus with the micro-training sessions from Week 1’s Name Game. Great job! But now it’s time for the next challenge: How is your Dog’s Focus Amid Distraction? And if you’re reading this in December… you already know the vibe. Holiday distractions
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Life can make training your dog at home feel hard. Between changing schedules, busy days, visitors, and general life chaos, dog training often slips to the bottom of the list. If you’re overwhelmed but still want quick dog training routines or easy dog training games, you’re not alone. Any time life feels hectic, the goal
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In the United States, we’re gearing up to celebrate Thanksgiving this week. With all the cooking, visiting, and holiday chaos, it can be easy for your dog to get less attention than usual—or for all the activity to become overstimulating, leading to unwanted behaviors. That’s why I invite you to take a few moments this
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Dog enrichment toys aren’t just about giving your dog something fun to do. They can bring you peace, too—and they can help prevent unwanted behaviors from popping up or escalating. During my chat with Tracy Otsuka on ADHD for Smart Ass Women, she asked what my favorite ADHD workaround was. I told her, “Having lots
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Enrichment for dogs has become a buzzword in the pet world, and for good reason. Many dog owners are actively seeking dog enrichment activities and training ideas they can use at home. What you might not know is that there are different types of enrichment, and each one uniquely supports a dog’s well-being. So what
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A step-by-step guide to improving your dog’s impulse control and creating a calmer holiday home through short, positive training sessions. The holidays are basically a sparkle-covered impulse control test for dogs (and, let’s be honest, for us too). With the smell of roast turkey, shiny ornaments, and guests who think “just one cookie” won’t hurt,
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Like many dog owners, I’ve been there. Determined to stay consistent with my dog training sessions and do a little every day. And honestly? I usually start strong, training two days in a row! Then suddenly, the week slips by before I even remember that third session. By the time I get back to the
Teach your dog to relax anywhere with this simple spot training routine—perfect for holiday guests, busy homes, and year-round calm. The holidays can be joyful, but for dogs and their owners, they can also be chaotic. Between guests arriving, food on the counters, and new decorations everywhere, it’s easy for even the best-behaved pups to
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Every day joy for your dog. And for you! When life feels chaotic, it’s easy to believe there isn’t enough time for fun. But here’s the truth — finding joy isn’t just possible, it’s essential for both you and your dog. And it becomes much more achievable when you create a Joy List. A Joy
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