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05/05/2026

Let your dog sleep in bed with you!!!! (If you want of course) 🤭

Or don’t. But I’d hate for you to think that kicking them out of bed is going to solve anything.

You actually have to target the underlying emotional response that they are feeling about being left alone.

How do you do that?

Stop letting them have negative experiences.

If every time they’re left alone it goes terribly you’re doing more harm than good.

Start showing them that being left alone is not scary!

This takes time. Going slow. Building up their comfort and tolerance at THEIR pace.

And that usually looks like starting with just a few seconds at a time.

Comment “GUIDE” and I’ll send you a free guide to learn more about steps you can take to get started.

04/27/2026

1. Don’t wash their bedding for like a week before you move.

Let it marinate in all the comforting smells! Then don’t wash it for like a week after you get to your new place.

Dogs are hugely smell oriented so this makes a huge difference in them feeling comfortable in the new place.

This is not the time to get rid of their old beds and get new ones!

2. Do not leave them home alone right away in the new place. Let them acclimate and build a positive association first. You don’t want to bring on separation anxiety.

3. Prioritize rest and routine! Try to not have people over. Give them space and time to relax and rest fully.

4. Play. Bond. Train.

04/12/2026

Training is about giving your dog the tools to actually thrive in your world.

Less stress when you leave = a better quality of life for both of you.

If you’re dealing with separation anxiety, I have a free guide that’s a good place to start.

Comment “GUIDE” and I’ll send it your way.

04/04/2026

New life with Georgie part 2: training him to be comfortable with baths

Is your dog comfortable with baths?

03/16/2026

Life update. George and I moved across the country… and it didn’t go as planned.

But, things turned out great and this is only chapter one of our journey.

And now that we’re finally settled somewhere that feels like home again, I can get back to making dog life and training content.

Here’s how to tell:SET UP A CAMERA 🎥 If you’re unsure if your dog has separation anxiety, your first step is to watch yo...
07/14/2025

Here’s how to tell:

SET UP A CAMERA 🎥

If you’re unsure if your dog has separation anxiety, your first step is to watch your dog closely while you step outside.

Do not leave and drive away - just wait outside out of their view for a short amount of time.

Monitor their body language. See what happens.

Without this information, you’re just guessing!

If the only evidence you’ve had so far is your neighbors saying your dog barks when you’re gone, how do you know your dog isn’t just barking when they hear noises outside?

Comment “CAM” and I’ll DM you how to get started.

08/04/2023

Nominated for training dogs with separation anxiety - this San Diego Animal Hero Awards nominee shines through in her extensive qualifications and experience! GAL Dog Training

▫️Leeyah is uniquely knowledgeable and compassionate when it comes to supporting dogs and their human counterparts through these challenging issues. SHE IS A HERO!

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Dogs are speaking all the time. Their behavior (aka their voice) is often just misheard, ignored or suppressed.
07/23/2023

Dogs are speaking all the time. Their behavior (aka their voice) is often just misheard, ignored or suppressed.

Congratulations to Mollie and Libby for graduating our separation anxiety training program and achieving 3 hours of comf...
07/14/2023

Congratulations to Mollie and Libby for graduating our separation anxiety training program and achieving 3 hours of comfortable alone time!

I’m so happy to see Mollie being able to get out of the house to do the things she needs and wants to do while Libby relaxes in bed and patiently waits for her to get back.

Not only do I get to work with the most incredible and dedicated dog parents in the world, but I also get to see their dogs develop trust in the safety of their guardian leaving.

Working through your dog’s separation anxiety requires time, consistency, and commitment, but the freedom and fulfillment you get is worth all of it.

I've come to realize that being too focused on perfection can stop us from enjoying the present moment. I struggle with ...
04/21/2023

I've come to realize that being too focused on perfection can stop us from enjoying the present moment. I struggle with this a lot because of my anxiety and OCD. It's like my brain is always looking for something to fix or control. But that's not helpful at all!

The only thing that really matters is the here and now. We need to remind ourselves that we're doing our best, even if things aren't perfect. It takes practice, but we can learn to let go of the need for perfection and appreciate the beauty of the present, imperfections and all.

When I decided to pursue a career in dog training, I had no idea that it would bring the most likeminded, kind hearted, ...
02/03/2023

When I decided to pursue a career in dog training, I had no idea that it would bring the most likeminded, kind hearted, genuinely wonderful people into my life.

A few months ago I had the pleasure of meeting and spending time with Ezra’s parents while they were in town. We’d worked together virtually the year prior on Ezra’s separation anxiety and to hear that our work had set them up with a foundation that allowed him to be comfy while they traveled was incredibly fulfilling.

I’m grateful I was a part of their training journey and that I now have some amazing friends that I got to sit and enjoy Latkes with.

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