Finding the best dog food for your dog Choosing the right food for your dog can feel overwhelming with so many options available. Over the years, I’ve discovered that there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Instead, the best food for your dog depends on their unique needs, lifestyle, and preferences. In this post, I’ll share what my ..read more

Using the best crash tested dog harness for your dog As responsible pet owners, we prioritize the safety and well-being of our dogs in every aspect of their lives. When it comes to traveling by car, ensuring their safety in the car is really important. Just as we buckle up for our own protection, it’s ..read more

What the dog training certification letters mean? When it comes to dog training, many pet owners might assume that all trainers are held to a standard of certification or regulation. However, in the United States, the dog training industry is actually highly unregulated. Unlike other countries like the United Kingdom, Australia, and several European nations ..read more

Training your dog can be a super fun and rewarding experience, but it requires the right tools—especially the right treats. If you’re using the wrong treats your dog may not be that motivated, the reward might not be high enough and training might be frustrating. As a dog trainer that has trained thousands of dogs ..read more

Comparison of the best dog carriers for outings with your dog Looking for the perfect dog tote bag for your 18 lb dog or maybe your 6lb pup? Whether you’re heading out for a day of errands, dining out at your favorite dog-friendly café, or socializing your furry friend with other pups, having the right ..read more

Cooling Options for Dogs: the best items to keep your dog cool My dog, Rossi, runs really hot. He seeks out cooler floors vs a dog bed, stars panting after cuddling and is generally a hot dog. I understand how unfortunately it can be to hot, I have a vascular problem myself and often am ..read more

Dog treat bag comparison As a dog trainer I use treat bags almost daily, not only with my clients dogs but also with my own. From dog training in the house, to on set, to client’s home. I’ve broken them, replaced them, loved some and hated some. Here are my top picks for dog treat bags. Blue-9 Inspire Training Treat Pouch 4.6 $34.95 $29.95 ($29.95 / Count) Pros: Easy to access treats while keeping secure Front pocket fits an iPhone (I have a 14Pro that fits) Zippered pocket on bag to put key/credit card Fits a very wide range of people Easy to throw in the wash and clean Cons: Not a fi ..read more

What I feed my dogs and why Let me start this off by saying I am not a vet nor a nutritionist, but I have studied pet nutrition and I’ve had many in-depth conversations with my own very knowledgable vet who has a background in food education, I’ve also spoke to nutritionists as well on what I feed my own dogs. I’m not telling you that you need to switch what you’re feeding. Below I’ll share what I feed Maggie and Rossi, my heart and soul, why I feed it and a few other brands and options that I would have no problem feeding them. Maggie is turning 16 this year and still comes hiking with us, go ..read more

Dog friendly road trip from LA to Redwoods National Park, Lassen Volcanic National Park and the Pinnacles National Park Ever since our big road trip last year to Glacier National Park I’ve been itching to hit the roads with my husband and the dogs again to check more National Parks off the list. While many trails aren’t open to dogs I still find it’s absolutely worth it to bring them with us. I’ll share what activities we were able to include the dogs in, how we managed to still see the nation parks and some of our favorite memories along the way (from the parks and on the road ..read more

We recently did a road trip including visiting the Redwood National Park, Lassen Volcanic National Park and Pinnacles National Park with our two dogs. Focusing on our road trip portion of Redwoods National Park, if you want to see more info on this overall trip and other parks click below. How we got here, our road trip broken down… 1. Road Trip Plan (Coming soon) 2. Redwoods National Park 3. Lassen Volcanic National Park 4. Pinnaccles National Park The Redwood National Park was our first stop! I really loved visiting this National Park despite that it was nothing like I i ..read more