by Samantha | Oct 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
I know how discouraging it feels to leash up your dog and think “Please, not today.” Maybe your dog explodes at the sight of another dog, or barks like they’re auditioning for guard duty every time a leaf blows by. It feels embarrassing, stressful, and honestly...
by Samantha | Sep 18, 2025 | The Uncomfortable Truth
I need to tell you something that might sting a little: Your dog trainer isn’t a magician who permanently fixes your dog and hands them back “cured.” I know, I know. You paid good money for that board and train or those private lessons. Your dog came...
by Samantha | Aug 1, 2025 | The Uncomfortable Truth
I’m about to say something that might make you uncomfortable: Sometimes the most loving thing you can do for your dog is put them in their crate while you’re sitting three feet away on your couch. I know. The guilt is real. You’re literally *right there*. Shouldn’t...
by Samantha | Jul 15, 2025 | The Uncomfortable Truth
Here’s the uncomfortable truth no one talks about: Your dog’s leash reactivity is just the most visible symptom of a much bigger issue. The dog who explodes at other dogs on walks? They’re probably the same dog who: • Barks at every delivery truck that drives by...
by Samantha | Jun 16, 2025 | The Uncomfortable Truth
The Uncomfortable Truth: Why Your Dog Needs MORE Structure, Not Less We get it. You love your dog unconditionally, and the last thing you want is to be the “mean” parent who sets too many rules. You’ve probably heard phrases like “let dogs be dogs” or “they just want...
