As someone who’s spent years in the trenches of pet clinics and shelters, trust me when I say this — figuring out how to feed a hyperactive dog for better focus isn’t as simple as just tossing kibble into a bowl. I’ve seen pups bouncing off the walls like they drank a triple espresso, and…
If you’ve ever hosted a dinner party or a family gathering and spent more time calming your dog than enjoying your guests, trust me—you’re not alone. As a Veterinary Technician/Nurse with a focus on nutrition, I’ve had countless pet parents ask me, “How to keep your dog calm while guests are over?” It’s one of…
If you’re wondering how to teach your dog to use a dog door, you’re not alone. As a Veterinary Technician and Nutrition Specialist, I’ve had tons of clients ask me this very thing — usually while wrangling a nervous pup who just can’t figure it out. Whether your dog’s unsure, stubborn, or just downright uninterested…
Hey there! If you’re anything like me, storms can be a total nightmare for dogs. I’ve spent years working as a Canine-Assisted Therapy Trainer, and one thing I’ve learned firsthand is just how deeply storms can rattle our furry friends. So, if you’ve ever wondered how to train a dog to behave during storms, you’re…
If you’ve ever had a high-energy dog, you know how exciting—and sometimes exhausting—it can be to keep up with their endless enthusiasm. But here’s the thing: knowing how to avoid overstimulating a high-energy dog is key to helping them thrive without turning your home into a whirlwind of chaos. As a Veterinary Technician with a…
Let’s be real—one of the biggest challenges pet parents face during mealtime is figuring out how to prevent a dog from begging at the table. I’ve worked with dozens of families in my years as a Veterinary Technician and Nutrition Specialist, and this issue is way more common than most people admit. You’re not alone…
As a Canine-Assisted Therapy Trainer, I’ve worked with all kinds of pups—from the feisty, no-nonsense terriers to the sensitive, tail-tucked rescues. One thing I’ve seen time and time again? Pet parents struggling to figure out how to train a dog to accept brushing without fear. Trust me, it’s more common than you think. That brush…
If you’ve ever come home to find your dog proudly sitting among a mess of shredded paper towels, moldy leftovers, and last night’s chicken bones, you’re not alone. One of the most common (and frustrating!) issues pet parents face is figuring out how to keep your dog from raiding the trash. As a Veterinary Technician…
If you’ve ever wondered how to manage multi-dog households peacefully, trust me, you’re not alone. As a Veterinary Technician and Nutrition Specialist who’s juggled both clinic chaos and my own crazy dog crew at home, I get how challenging it can be when you’ve got multiple dogs under one roof. From feeding time frenzies to…