Underdogs Long Beach

06/09/2025

Dog training isn’t one-size-fits-all—and it definitely isn’t a YouTube tutorial.

Let me explain. 👇

I work with anxious, fearful, reactive dogs—and their humans.

Most people come to me after they’ve already done a lot of training.

Their dogs know the cues.

They’ve hired other trainers.

They’ve tried the YouTube videos and IG tips.

They’ve done the work.

And yet… the problem remains.

Because the issue isn’t training.

It’s safety.

Your dog doesn’t feel safe yet—and no amount of sit/down/heel is going to fix that.

Here’s the truth:

👉 The problem isn’t that their dog isn’t trained.
👉 The problem is their dog still doesn’t feel safe.

If this sounds like you, it’s time for a reset:

✨ Stop the exposure. Give your dog a staycation.
✨ Start observing what makes them uneasy—in the house.
✨ Help them feel safe at home before asking them to face the world.
✨ And please—build your team. That means a qualified vet, a behavior pro, and a plan that’s made just for your dog.

Your dog’s behavior isn’t a “problem” to be fixed on a timeline. It’s a response to how they feel.

When safety increases, behavior improves—every time.

Need a pro in your corner?

Comment DOG and I’ll send you the link to book a free discovery call.

Because your dog deserves more than generic advice and guesswork. 🐾

   

05/26/2025

How to make pet parenthood easy ⬇️

Are you worried you made a mistake and that your dog might be too much for you?

✋ I’ve been there…

This is why I designed Rescue-Ready! From Chaos to calm in 10 weeks!

WHY IT MATTERS!

There are important FACTS you need RIGHT AWAY, and the internet is saturated with false information.

We put everything you NEED in our course! AND I MEAN EVERYTHING!

GOING DEEPER:

⚡️ 32 lessons that will take you from confused and overwhelmed to clear and calm
🌎 How to set up the home and world so your dog feels chill!
🦮 Loose leash walking, walks reimagined
❤️ Teaching dogs to LOVE the car, vet, and crate!
🐶 How to read your dog’s body language!
👩‍🎤 Introducing humans and dogs
🧠 How to meet your dog’s needs to avoid problems
😱 Aggression, fear, barking, and resource guarding!
🙌 Training AND MORE!

Comment (RESCUE), and we'll send you a link to this course!

🐾

05/12/2025

Help SAVE dogs in 5 seconds ⤵️

Before you keep reading...

SHARE this to your stories so no more dogs have to be hurt.

Like I promised—here’s the TRUTH behind those 5 LIES you’ve been sold about pack walks 🥸👇

1. “Pack walks build confidence.”

Confidence isn’t built by forcing dogs to power-walk next to strangers while being punished into submission. It’s built through choice, safety, and freedom.

Sniffing = decompression. Forced formation = stress.

2. “It helps dogs socialize.”

Let’s be real—cramming dogs together and expecting them to ‘get along’ is like forcing adults into a group project with zero prep.

True socialization = space, consent, communication. Not forced exposure.

3. “It helps reactive dogs get over it.”

Nope. This is flooding, not training.

They’re suppressing the behavior, not healing it.

Progress happens through distance, safety, and a whole lot of snacks—not intimidation.

4. “Dogs are pack animals—it’s natural.”

This myth won’t die. Dogs are domesticated animals, not wolves.

The whole “alpha” thing? DEBUNKED.

Dogs thrive through secure relationships, not dominance hierarchies.

5. “Look, they’re doing great!”

You’re not seeing calm—you’re seeing shut down.

Pain compliance and fear-based obedience aren’t success stories. They’re red flags.

If you’ve ever wondered how these walkers get those “perfect” videos—now you know. And now you can help stop it.

Don’t forget to share this—it could protect someone’s dog today. 🐾

 LAdogs

04/30/2025

STOP YouTubing the solution and do this instead ⤵️

If you know me... dogs with stranger danger are my JAM.

I love those misunderstood dogs — and I get them because I used to be that way, too.

With a lot of therapy and work, I’ve learned that humans are safe. 😂

And because so many of our dog clients have had massive success training remotely with us worldwide…

We’ve created something special:

✨ An ONLINE course just for reactive dogs and their humans!

✅ Live Zoom training sessions

✅ Personalized feedback on your submitted homework videos (YouTube can't do that!)

✅ A built-in buddy system to keep you accountable (and connected!)

✅ Group support, Q&As, and 1-on-1 attention — all in one place

You’ll get the structure of my online course plus real-time coaching, support, and feedback from a multi-certified trainer (me 🙋‍♀️), and the community you need to stay consistent and make real progress.

You could spend hours doomscrolling Reddit, collecting 500 conflicting answers from strangers with zero credentials…

OR

You could work with someone who actually knows what they're doing and will build a customized plan for you and your dog.

Not only will you see results, but you'll get there faster 🏃‍♀️

👉 Comment “DOG” and I’ll send you a link to the waitlist —

You’ll be the first to know when it drops and get early access + discounted pricing! (HOW LUCKY 🍀)






03/21/2025

NOT all barky, lungy dogs are the same...

If I were you (and lucky for you, I’m not), here’s what I’d do:

You could spend hours doomscrolling Reddit, getting 500 conflicting answers from strangers with zero credentials…

OR you could talk to a multi-certified dog trainer who actually knows their stuff and will give you a real plan for you and your dog.

Not sure if it's the right fit? Comment “CALL” and I’ll shoot you a link to book a chat.

02/08/2025

Comment "DOG" to see what's right for you!

10/13/2024

Here's how you can enter: ⤵️

1️⃣: Follow me on Instagram (if you aren't already)

2️⃣: Like this post

3️⃣: And tag a dog friend below (the more tags the more entries)

And that's it!

You'll have until Sunday October 20th 11 am PT to enter and then I'll be announcing the winner 🏆 in my stories on Monday!

you'll regret not entering as this won't happen again EVER! 😂 😘

10/08/2024

09/23/2024

Here's how to teach your dog to ALWAYS come when called ⬇️

Dogs that don't learn to respond IMMEDIATELY to their name can RESULT in your dog getting hurt or lost!

LUCKY FOR YOU...

Our NEW online course, Recall Ready, teaches your dog how to come when called!

Each week you'll get:

✅ 3 NEW lessons
✅ 3 NEW Training activities
✅ 3 Homework Assignments (These are fun, I promise!)

Only taking 1 MONTH!

Each week, your pup will learn important skills to ensure they ALWAYS come when called!

Comment "NAME" for a 20% off coupon on our online course!

HURRY as ONLY the first 30 people will get this INSANE discount of 20% off!

Be sure to check your DMs!

07/22/2024

I'm screaming this to the gods!

If you give dogs free regin of the home...

Dogs will behave like dogs.

They likely will ⬇️

⚡️ P*e and P**p everywhere
⚡️ Chew on new earphones
⚡️ Bark at windows
⚡️ Chase the cats
⚡️ Growl, lunge and bark at scary things
⚡️ And soooo much more!

Here's the truth: they are behaving like dogs do.

You want to introduce new elements of the world incrementally.

Navigating the challenges of bringing home a new dog (foster/adopting) can be overwhelming, and often, rescue organizations don't have the resources to hold your hand along the way.

That's why we've created a special offer for rescues to help their community to be the best pet parents/fosters they can be.

If you love your rescue organization...

Tag them below so we can help ALL the amazing pet people have a positive experience from day one!

07/05/2024

The tricks for keeping your dog CHILL at the cafe!

You’ve followed all the steps, and still, you’re worried your dog will see their dream dog and not be able to contain themselves!

I get it! It’s happened to me, too!

I mean, it’s happened to my dog!

My dog saw his dream dog and his nemesis, and BOOM, he went from CHILL to barking/lunging!

You 1st want to be prepared with a range of tools!

🥙 Prepare a stuffed Kong or Lick Mat

Smear your dog’s favorite foods or a concoction of their favorite foods.

The moment you see their focus change, offer them this high-value treat!

🦴 Bring your dog’s favorite meaty bone

I usually purchase 5-10 different bones and rotate them to keep my dog’s attention. Bring a few of these as well!

🥩 Order something special for your dog

Now, we can’t use dog treats for this amazing feat! We gotta reward them with the big guns!

Order something FABULOUS for your pup to reward them for staying on their mats!

If you let the waiter know that your dog is training, they might cut it up for you!

Now that you’re ready with the BIG GUNS, there are a few rules!

⚡️ Prepare your dog with a harness saying that their in training and to DO NOT interrupt their training.

⚡️ Sit away from the masses to allow your dog to get used to setting the movement.

⚡️ When your dog looks at a dog or human, REWARD them with that steak you ordered!

Comment ‘CAFE’ if you want to join our in-person class to learn ALL these steps with other like-minded humans and their dogs!