Take The Lead LLC

05/31/2026

05/27/2026

Trainer: “Does your dog get out for walks, runs, exploration?”

Most people: “No. He/she has a big backyard.” Or…. “I walk him 2x per week because I’m busy.”

Show me a big backyard and I’ll show you a dog that is a prisoner still trapped within 4 walls. Pent up, frustrated, reactive, fence fighting, running in circles, destructive, bored…the list goes on and on.

Fortunately Callie’s life is about to change and her parents are doing the right thing by getting help so I can show them how to fulfill her. She’s a working dog who needs absolute mental and physical stimulation. I love her so much and will make sure I do right by her. That means honest conversations with the owners and supporting them through the process. Stay tuned.

Oh, and if I hear one more “My dog is little and doesn’t need to get out….” Do better! It’s a dog and needs the same enrichment as any other dog!

If you haven’t noticed, my job is to advocate for the dog. That will always be the hill I die on.

05/26/2026

Client: I want help with my reactive dog. We want her to go on adventures with us and be off leash when permitted.

Me: I got you.

Nala is still a puppy and has already been in private sessions with me and graduated from her first group class. This weekend she had her first camping trip AND her first off leash experience with her friend Milo. She nailed it!!! 👏

I can’t say enough about her parents’ dedication and patience. Also thank you to Milo and his amazing Mom for helping out Nala today. I have the BEST community of clients, students and friends that are always willing to pay it forward and help each other. 🥹💕

If you are thinking “my dog could never….” reach out!

05/22/2026

Our most recent graduates from last night’s 5 week class. They partied with pup cups and enjoyed making their parents proud! 🎉🎓

Thank you to each and every pet parent that put in the work and made class a priority. What a great group of people! We had great fun together and can’t wait for the next round.

Absent from graduation was Milo who was under the weather. We wish him a speedy recovery! ❤️‍🩹🙏

05/20/2026

I could never put into words what this little rescue girl has done for my life. I love my Cali to the moon and back! 💕All of my dogs have been rescues and there are amazing dogs out there waiting for their perfect homes!

Thank you to all the rescues, shelters and selfless volunteers around the globe.🙏

05/20/2026

A session with Stark. He was able to observe dogs and kids in the park, run and play with his dad, and learn place. He was fulfilled mentally and physically.
He didn’t care about anything else in the park the minute he was able to run and play with his parents!

Teaching the off switch and allowing a dog to mentally marinate after training, playing, exertion, etc. is crucial for a mentally stable dog. He’s such a smart little guy! 😍

05/15/2026

Thursday night class included exposure to horses! When I say I train in the real world and welcome distractions, this is what I mean. We train, build confidence and continue exposing to all environments.

Some dogs had never seen a horse before or been so close to one. We worked through big feelings and trained.
I could not be more proud of the pack and handlers!

Special thank you to Daniel and Outlaw the horse for helping our pack!

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05/13/2026

Calm Leadership Commands Respect.

You don’t need to scream commands, grab the collar, crank and yank on a leash, etc.

This is a perfect example of how your mere presence and use of voice inflection and spatial pressure alone can be effective.

I preach this all the time. You MUST be able to control and send a dog away from you or a situation EFFECTIVELY if you live with multiple dogs. Period. If you struggle sign up for training and let’s go!

As soon as the body language changed on Hank the Blue Heeler (tail, body stiffness) I was ready to step in and give direction. My voice was firm but not yelling and you can hear my footsteps approaching. Hank regulated himself and stopped. He took it a step farther and went and sat by himself. I never put dogs on a “timeout” but hey, I’ll take it! 😂 And notice how I didn’t follow him across the yard? He got the point and was welcome to rejoin the group when he was ready.

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05/08/2026

STARK - Tony Stark - Yep. Even IRON MAN and super heroes need training! 🦹

Who is next to enroll in spring training? Link in bio!

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