Experiences with neurodivergence.
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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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
As the holidays approach, I always find myself in the same situation: a last-minute invitation pops up—or I’ve had the invite for weeks but completely put off thinking about it—and suddenly I’m scrambling for a gift. I hate showing up empty-handed, and I also love giving something that feels thoughtful, personal, and, of course, dog-themed.
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It happened to me just this morning—decision paralysis. I had what should have been a simple decision to make for a community theatre production I’m working on (where I spend my time when I’m not training dogs) It seemed like a small choice, yet without it, I couldn’t announce the event I am working on.
One Simple Way to Bond and Train With Your Dog Every Monday Please note: This post may include affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a commission, at no additional cost to you. Thank you for helping keep this blog running! Mondays always feel like a fresh start to
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From focus challenges to sensory overload—training solutions designed for your brain and your dog.
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I grew up quiet and dreamy, never fitting the “typical” ADHD mold. Decades later, a diagnosis in my 40s finally gave me clarity—and compassion for myself. In this post, I share how ADHD shapes my life and my work as a dog trainer, and the tools I’m learning to make everyday tasks (and training sessions) easier.
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