Recently, one of my clients called me feeling completely defeated. Her four-month-old puppy had been an absolute handful for the past few days, and she could not figure out what had changed. He was jumping, nipping, getting into everything, and just would not settle....
The hidden cost of misinformation, inconsistency, and quick fixes I want to share something that happens more often than you might think. I walk into a home for a training session, and everything starts out exactly as expected. We begin working, the dog is learning,...
At Dances With Dogs, every decision we make comes back to one question: what does this feel like for the dog? Sometimes that question comes up with a curious new client, sometimes with a skeptic who has heard that “you need to be the alpha” or that...
Recently, I worked with a client who has a young puppy and, like many well-meaning owners, they were determined to do everything right. They had heard how important puppy socialization is, so they went all in. Their puppy was going everywhere. Meeting everyone....
When Miami pet parents need help during the workday, it can be tempting to open an app, tap a few buttons, and book the first available dog walker. On the surface, dog walking apps promise convenience. Fast booking, flashy notifications, and a marketplace full of...
