Most positive dog trainers that you will meet will tell you that you have to “set your dog up for success”, but what does that actually mean? The definition of success is “the accomplishment of an aim or purpose”. So, in dog training, one could assume that success is...

              Here is an earth-shattering fact: in the winter months, Minnesota is cold, snowy, and icy. Didn’t know I was a dog trainer and a weather person, did you?               Okay maybe that wasn’t such surprising news to you (as in, I know it wasn’t), but...

We are in the midst of my favorite time of year. December is always so full of cheer, joy, and kindness. I really think that people tend to be better humans around Christmastime. I’m also a huge fan of things like hot chocolate, apple cider, mulled wine, and...

Puppies are kind of like babies – there are a lot of things made for them and everyone has different opinions on what you need to get started. As a person who values minimalism and not cluttering up my home, I have created a list of my top items that I think are...

Imagine your current walking routine. What does it look like? Is it a peaceful walk around the block where you stop and say hello to your neighbors and your dog leisurely strolling at your side? Maybe your dog sniffs the different trees or shrubs, but he always...