Woof & Learn

06/01/2026

Bringing home a puppy isn’t always just cuddles and cute moments…

Sometimes it looks like:
• No sleep
• Accidents everywhere
• Biting, barking, chaos
• Wondering “Did I make the right decision?”

That feeling? It’s called the puppy blues and more people experience it than you think.

You’re not failing.
You’re adjusting to a huge life change.

I just published a new blog breaking down:
🐾 What the puppy blues actually are
🐾 Why they happen
🐾 How to work through them without losing your mind

If you’re in this stage right now (or about to be), this is for you.

Read it here: woofandlearn.squarespace.com/blog/the-puppy-blues-are-real-heres-how-to-work-through-them

And if you’re going through it — tell me below. You’re not alone in this 💛

Bringing home a new puppy is supposed to be one of the happiest moments of your life… so why does it sometimes feel overwhelming, exhausting, and even a little regrettable? If you’ve felt this way, you’re not alone. What you’re experiencing is commonly called the puppy blues   and it’...

05/18/2026

Accidents on the floor? Yeah… we’ve all been there 🐶💩

Potty training can feel overwhelming, but here’s the truth:
your puppy isn’t being stubborn they just don’t understand yet.

The good news? With the right routine and a little consistency, you can make HUGE progress fast.

In my newest blog, I break down:
✔️ A simple potty schedule that actually works
✔️ The biggest mistakes most owners make
✔️ How to prevent accidents before they happen
✔️ The fastest way to build good habits

If you just brought home a puppy (or are about to), this is a must-read 👇

🔗 woofandlearn.squarespace.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-potty-training-your-puppy-without-losing-your-mind

05/11/2026

Surprise… we adopted a puppy! 🐾
Meet Arlo 💙

He’s a Labrador × Catahoula mix (we think 👀 — DNA coming in the future).

Of course, I had to turn this into something helpful for you guys… so I just dropped a new blog all about bringing home a puppy and setting them up the right way from day one.

If you’re getting a puppy soon or just went through it this one’s for you 👇
https://woofandlearn.squarespace.com/blog/bringing-home-an-8-week-old-puppy-what-you-actually-need-to-know

Also… should I write a blog on introducing a new puppy to your current dog or other pets? That transition can make or break everything.

Let me know in the comments ⬇️

05/05/2026

Happy Cinco de Mayo from all of us at Woof & Learn!

While you’re enjoying tacos, music, and fun… don’t forget your dog wants to join the fiesta too 🎉

🐶Make it dog-friendly:
• Stuff a toy with their favorite treats (instant enrichment!)
• Play a quick training game before guests arrive
• Give them a cozy spot to relax during the party

Because a mentally happy dog = a well-behaved fiesta guest 💃🐕

What would your dog order off a Cinco de Mayo menu? 👇😂

05/04/2026

Do we ask more of our dogs than we should? When we ask them to not bark, dig, or chew is that asking too much. Check out the blog below to learn more...

04/29/2026

Zeke is enjoying his frozen lick mat with plain Greek yogurt and pumpkin puree!

You can find one of his favorite lick mats here: https://amzn.to/3QApLdj

04/27/2026

Your dog isn’t “too energetic”… you’re just doing this wrong

The more you try to wear your dog out, the worse it can get.
Here’s what actually works 👇

04/21/2026

Best Dog Enrichment Toys to Tire Out Your Dog (Trainer Approved)
Apr 19
If your dog seems hyper, destructive, or constantly demanding attention, the problem usually isn’t a lack of exercise…

It’s a lack of mental stimulation.

As a dog trainer, I see this all the time. Owners try longer walks, more fetch, more activity and the behavior still doesn’t improve.

That’s because your dog’s brain isn’t being challenged.

In this guide, I’m going to show you the exact enrichment toys I use to:

Tire dogs out faster

Reduce destructive behavior

Improve focus and calmness

Read more here:

It All Begins Here

04/20/2026

Bored Dog? Here’s What I Tell My Clients First
Apr 18
When a client tells me:

“My dog is out of control”

I usually ask one question:

“What does your dog do all day?”

Most of the time, the answer is:

Sleep

Eat

Go outside

Repeat

That’s not a fulfilling life for a dog especially one bred to work.

What boredom actually looks like

It’s not just “laying around.”

It shows up as:

Barking

Chewing everything

Jumping

Not listening

Seeming “hyper” all the time

The fix isn’t more chaos

People try to fix this by:

Going to the dog park

Playing endless fetch

Letting the dog run wild

This often makes things worse.

Read more here:

It All Begins Here