The more I work with service dog teams, the more my perspective on service dog breeds, temperament, and ideal prospects change.

I used to feel strongly that ethical breeders were the best route to go...

Today's topic is a bit dry, but SO important.

Service dog laws and regulations in the United States are always being talked about incorrectly. Thankfully, there are a ton of resources available to he...

Today's blog post was inspired by a student question from my membership.

They asked, “How can you tell when it is too hot to work your service dog?”

I thought that was an amazing question and so app...

Throat closing up, tight chest, pouring sweat, can’t breathe, GOTTA GET OUT OF HERE panic.

I live with this too. 

It’s part of my anxiety disorder, but it’s also a part of my neurotype (autism).

I ...

Teaching your dog to stay when asked is SO beneficial.

My own dogs stay while I clean up dangerous messes, wait for it to be safe to cross the street, stay inside while I load groceries with an open ...

Jumping dogs are one of the most common struggles I see clients come to me for as a professional trainer.

No one likes their dog jumping up on strangers, getting mud on them, or even scratching their...

Imagine you are getting ready for work. You get up to go wash your face or brush your teeth, and immediately your vision clouds, things go black, and next thing you remember, you are waking up on the ...

Picture this:

It’s a warm sunny day. The birds are chirping, the bees are buzzing, and the flowers are blooming. All you want to do is get outside.

You grab your dog’s leash and they bounce up to yo...

It is always jarring to be relaxing at night on the couch and suddenly a loud bark storm erupts from your cute little pup. 

I have thrown many plates of food from jumping at the sudden noises.

Aside...

I bet the headline shocked you a bit. Yes, I scent train service dogs as my primary career and passion in life.

It’s something I love and find so fun.

But I really don’t recommend it.

Here is why I d...