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  • Give your dog agency: Food preference test

    When I help clients navigate their dog’s maladaptive behaviors, I look at two things: That second indicator may not be familiar to you yet. According to Emily Strong and Allie Bender: …agency [is] the ability to make decisions that result in desirable outcomes. Our pets need to willingly engage with activities for it to be…

  • Puppy Talks: Prepare your home for your puppy

    I love all things puppies. My most vivid memories of Windy and Brooklyn were when I raised them from puppyhood in my thirties—every win, every fail, every challenge, every ounce of hope. Puppy Talks came about my love and pain for the journey. This is the first video I grabbed from my old Facebook live…

  • Meet “Fleur”

    Meet “Fleur” the British Shorthair. ✨ In 7 days, this 5-month old girl will join our family. I’m excited to find out what her personality’s like and if she has potential to excel through clicker training, cooperative care, and pattern games from the Control Unleashed® program. Some dog training schools require applying concepts and protocols…

  • My direction for Year 2 with Diwa Dogs

    Last August 5th was my 1st anniversary as a credentialed R+ trainer, and the first IAABC-ADT in the Philippines. I look back at the day I got my results, and felt pure joy and gratitude for all the people, things, and events that helped me pursue dog training as a calling. I’m also amazed with…