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10/23/2026

Tony wanted to get a closer look at a squirrel on our walk this week 🐿️⬆️🌳

10/23/2026

I think one of the best ways to commit to a training process that might feel a bit tedious, is to incorporate into your existing routine — and why not make it a little fun?

If your dog is a happy walker but is still building their car confidence, you could try stashing some high value treats in the car and make a quick pit stop to grab them when you’re out for a walk. (Your dog should wait safely on the curb / neutral territory at this point.)

If your pup knows the word “car” and reacts negatively, don’t use it. Once they start getting more comfortable with this process, try incorporate an unfamiliar, neutral word like “ride”.. before long, they’ll probably know that word to mean “treat wagon.” 😂 If they aren’t comfortable getting near the car, bring a helper for this part and allow them to wait where they’re comfortable (you can still walk solo). You don’t want to push them past their comfort zone, but watch to see their threshold gradually increase.

In the early stages, these should feel pretty uneventful and quick, and after a lot of repetition you might start feeding treats inside the car and hang out for a moment.

Instead of making car training one more thing you have to do, incorporate it into something you already do! (You could even stash a sweet treat for yourself in there if it helps! 😉)

Note: Barker actually likes the car but has been enjoying his treat stops anyway for a change of pace! He’s happily cronching his reward in this pic.

10/20/2026

🌟 Gold star for Duke, who stayed focused on me even when neighborhood kids were barking at him

(But for everyone’s comfort and safety, I think it’s an even better idea to teach kids not to bark at dogs 🙂‍↔️)

10/18/2026

Now booking training sessions for November & December 🍂

This has been a busy season for me, and I will probably only be able to take 2-3 new clients before the end of the year. When those spots fill up, I will start taking new clients again on January 6. Remaining spots are held for existing clients.

Please reach out soon if you’d like to work together in 2026!

10/17/2026

Scout’s face when I’m trying to explain that yes I have had treats in my pocket recently, but they are not on me currently. 😅

10/12/2026

I usually visit Dora’s dog brother, but it was nice to see her silly side come out while I was cat sitting this weekend! 🤪

10/09/2026

Scout got suspicious of the pineapple plant after he bumped into it. Or did it bump into him?? 🤔🍍

10/08/2026

Tony’s face when I show him how photogenic he is 🖤🌱

This little guy started out as a training client, and has moved on to a dog walking & maintenance package while his pawrents are at work. I’m currently full for midday dog walking, but hope to have more walking coverage for my dog training grads in the new year!

10/07/2026

Last call to start training in October! 🍂 If these times don’t work for you, not to worry: I still have plenty of availability for new clients on Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays in November.

I do plan new client sessions on lighter days, which can limit my availability — but ensures that I have appropriate time to focus on your session, as well as my existing clients. I am currently taking 1-2 new clients per week, which also helps reserve open spots on the schedule for ongoing appointments and packages.

If you’ve already inquired about training and are waiting to book your first appointment, you will hear back from me today!

10/07/2026

Finished reading The Hunger Games with Jerry this weekend.

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San Pedro, CA
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