🌟 Introducing the EMOTIONAL Dog Support & Learning Community! 🐾 Living with a dog who is fearful, anxious, or reactive can be overwhelming—but you don’t have to go it alone. After 18+ years of working with Emotional Dogs and their humans, I’ve created a supportive, professional space just for you. Inside our private online group,…
As part of my continuing education, I regularly attend monthly webinars that explore current research and practices in the world of animal behavior and dog training. A recent session posed a question that struck a deep chord with me—both professionally and personally: Are we asking too much of our dogs? And if we are, in…
For many people, a barking dog is one of the most frustrating and misunderstood aspects of canine behavior. It often feels intrusive, unpredictable, and even stressful—especially in environments where quiet is expected or preferred. But barking, when viewed through a behaviorally informed lens, isn’t just “noise.” It’s communication. And like any form of communication, barking…
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been working closely with a small dog and his devoted family to help him feel more comfortable being approached, picked up, and transported in the car. This little guy struggles deeply with anxiety—he trembles like a leaf whenever someone walks toward him, and the shaking continues as he’s being…
Is Love Enough? Rethinking What It Means to Truly Care for Our Dogs I have a bone to pick with many rescue organizations that equate a good home for a dog purely with love. Yes, really. This raises an important question: 💡 How does our love for dogs translate into our daily lives with them? Let me explain. Not…
I’m sitting at a local eatery, waiting for a friend, when a group arrives with a dog. The owner immediately positions the dog beside her, away from foot traffic. Nice! I think to myself. Someone is paying attention. The dog remains quiet, likely lying next to her, calm and composed. But then, suddenly, something shifts—a…
Caring for an emotional dog can be challenging, but with the right tools, you can make a world of difference! Join me as I share insights on: 1️⃣ Understanding their unique needs2️⃣ Managing their environment3️⃣ Behavior modification through neuroscience4️⃣ Finding the right support 🗓️ Date/Time: Wednesday, October 30th, 12:00-1:00 PM MST. 👉 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwpf-usqj8tGd2gxBa_RRYBaas6wIGTCHIn#/registration…
Caring for an emotional dog—one that is constantly stressed, fearful, anxious, or aggressive—is a profoundly complex and often overwhelming experience. Many pet parents find themselves facing these challenges alone, unsure of how to help their beloved companion. In my 18 years as a professional dog trainer, I’ve seen firsthand the emotional toll this takes on…
As a pet owner of an emotional dog, it’s essential to be well-versed in the challenges of supporting them. In all my years of working with pet parents and their dogs, I’ve seen the toll it takes. But with the proper knowledge and support, emotional dogs can live their best lives. An emotional dog is…
It is the rainy season here in New Mexico (yes, we do get rain in the high desert) and with rain often comes thunder. Deuce has always been afraid of noises such as thunder, gun shots, fireworks and the like. This is actually very typical especially for working breeds. The reason is frankly not really…