When it comes to teaching dogs how to coexist peacefully inside our homes, one of the most common challenges I hear from new dog owners is how to train a dog to follow indoor boundaries. As a Canine-Assisted Therapy Trainer, I’ve worked with all kinds of pups—from overexcited Labradoodles who barrel through baby gates to…
Ever found yourself sinking into the couch after a long day, flipping on your favorite show, only for your dog to go absolutely bonkers the moment a doorbell rings on the screen? You’re not alone. As a veterinary technician specializing in nutrition—and a dog mom to a spunky terrier who used to lose his mind…
If you’ve ever watched two dogs interacting, you probably noticed how some play is gentle and relaxed, while other times it gets a little too rough and intense. As someone who’s worked closely with dogs—especially in my role as a Veterinary Technician and Nutrition Specialist—I’ve seen firsthand how encouraging gentle play can make a huge…
As a Canine-Assisted Therapy Trainer, I’ve worked with countless dogs who have a knack for finding the muddiest spots in the yard. It’s a challenge, especially if you’re trying to keep your dog clean and healthy. One of the most common questions I get from pet owners is: “How do I train a dog to…
If you’ve ever had a dog glued to your leg, shaking like a leaf, or trying to wedge itself under the couch during a thunderstorm, you’re not alone. One of the most common concerns I hear from pet parents in my work as a Canine-Assisted Therapy Trainer is this: how to train a dog to…
If you’re anything like me—someone who’s worked as a Veterinary Technician/Nurse with a special focus on nutrition—you’ve probably heard it a hundred times: “How do I stop my dog from barking at the doorbell?” It’s one of the most common questions pet parents bring up during consults, and I totally get it. There’s something about…
As a Canine-Assisted Therapy Trainer, I’ve worked with numerous dogs, each bringing their own unique quirks and challenges to the training process. One of the most common issues I encounter is dogs jumping on car seats—whether it’s to get closer to their humans, explore new surroundings, or just out of pure excitement. It’s a behavior…