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📍Slidell dog trainer | Calm > Chaos | Coaching for dogs + their humans

12/01/2025

Everyone talks about preparing for a new puppy…

but the real question is:
Is your current dog ready for a sibling?

When you bring a new puppy home, the shift doesn’t just land on you — it lands on the dog already living there.

Some dogs welcome it.
Some dogs avoid it.
Some dogs… bark at their new big brother until they are accepted. 😅

Astro definitely questioned my decision making skills when I brought Charley home. She was a LOT (as any good working line border collie should be).

That’s why preparing your current dog before the puppy arrives makes all the difference:
✔️ Refresh leash manners & impulse control
✔️ Reintroduce crate time
✔️ Practice calm coexistence with other dogs
✔️ Lower excitement around greetings
✔️ Create separate rest spaces
✔️ Reward neutral behavior — not just “good” or “bad”

The goal isn’t instant friendship —
it’s safety, clarity, and space to adjust at their own pace.

And those little aggravating sisters?
They often grow into the best of friends…
once everyone’s finally on the same page. 🐾💜

If a “little sister/brother” is in your holiday plans — I can help you build a smooth transition plan that fits your home, your schedule, and your dog’s personality!

11/28/2025

Puppies don’t grow out of habits — they grow into them.

That’s why the real training starts before they even walk through your door.

You don’t need to have everything figured out…
but you do need a plan.

The more predictable your environment is, the easier it’ll be for your puppy to learn how to live in it.

A few choices made ahead of time can save you weeks of stress later:
✔️ Crate location
✔️ Feeding routine
✔️ Off-limit zones
✔️ Safe rest area
✔️ Prep for your current dog (this one’s big)

Your puppy’s first day at home shouldn’t be a surprise party —
it should feel like a smooth transition into clear expectations.

If you’re adding a puppy to the family this holiday season, I can help you get ready —
from choosing the right breed to setting up your home the right way.

11/26/2025

Puppies don’t grow out of bad habits — they grow into them.

What feels “cute” at 10 weeks can feel overwhelming at 10 months.

And with the holidays right around the corner… a lot of families are about to add a new puppy to the mix. 🎁🐾

If that’s part of your plan — here’s the good news:
You’ll be so much less frustrated if you give your puppy clear, consistent expectations from the very beginning.

No guesswork. No chaos. Just communication they can actually understand.

Puppies don’t need us to be perfect.

They just need us to be intentional.

Whether you are:
✔️ Still deciding on the best breed/personality match
✔️ Trying to find a responsible rescue or breeder
✔️ Wondering how to prep your current dog
✔️ Introducing a puppy into your existing pack
…I can help you — wherever you are in the process.

Want a calmer holiday season with a dog you can actually live with?
Let’s start strong — together.
Your future self (and puppy) will thank you. 🐾✨

10/14/2025

Need for speed? 🏁

If your dog loves to run like the wind, this one’s for you.

Join us this Saturday in Bush for AKC Fast CAT — a fun, beginner-friendly event where your dog gets to chase a lure in a straight 100-yard dash.

No fancy training, no pressure — just pure joy and adrenaline.
✨ Give your dog a safe outlet to get those zoomies out
🐕 Build confidence through structured fun
🎖️ Earn AKC points (or just do fun runs for bragging rights!)

📍 23456 Chat Blanc Lane, Bush, LA 70431

🕙 We’ll be out there starting at 10 AM to help anyone who wants to give it a try.

💸 $10 per fun run — no AKC registration required!

Whether your dog’s a sprinter, a floofer, or somewhere in between — come see how fast they really are.

💬 Drop a comment if you’re interested in trying it out so we know who to keep an eye out for!

10/09/2025

🐾 If you’ve stopped learning, you’ve stopped leading. 🐾

Dog training isn’t a destination — it’s a craft.
And crafts require sharpening.

Doing things the way they were done 20 years ago isn’t leading.
It’s coasting.
Whether it’s for our dogs or for ourselves.

We limit who we can help when we cling to old habits
and call it “experience.”

So when you’re looking for help for you and your dog,
what are you actually looking for?

The ones seeking out continuing education.
The ones collaborating with others who make them better.
The ones questioning themselves just as much as they teach others.

And the ones who understand that this work isn’t just about rigid obedience —
it’s about you and your dog’s unique personalities,
your bond,
and the activities you love doing together.

Whether it’s getting your pup more comfortable around boats or water,
enjoying safe and reliable off-leash freedom on hikes,
or discovering a dog sport you never knew existed —
but your dog was MADE for!

Look at the dogs.
Look at the work.
It will speak for itself.

More growth.
More collaboration.
More dogs helped.

I couldn’t be more excited for what’s coming up —
new local collaborations and continuing education opportunities
to keep bringing the very best to all my favorite dogs and people.

We’re just getting started. 💫

10/06/2025

Everything’s better with dogs (and friends)!

Join Stellar Canine and Life Unleashed New Orleans for our first-ever Turkey Trot 5K for Dog Families — a fun, free community event where pups and their people can get outside, move together, and connect.

📅 Saturday, Nov 22 | 9AM
📍 John Slidell Park
💻 RSVP: stellarcaninela.com/turkey-trot-rsvp

Bring your dog, your crew, and your good vibes. Let’s make some memories this fall! 🍂🐾

09/09/2025

Herding dogs are quirky, but they're my kind of quirky😜

LOVE having Val around!!

09/07/2025

Sometimes the things we say are “for our dog”… are actually more about us. 👀

It feels good to:

Let them greet every single dog and person on the block

Skip the crate because “they don’t like it”

Play fetch until your arm falls off

BUT those things alone do not necessarily fulfill your dog.

Life is all about balance and there is another side of super important life skills that help your dog live their best life like:

Teaching them to chill when life is boring

Setting boundaries so they feel safe, not lost in freedom

Giving their brain as much of a workout as their body

Dogs don’t need 24/7 entertainment or chaos to thrive. They need structure, balance, and the ability to actually relax.

So… are you raising a calm, confident, clear headed dog—or just burning energy to make things feel better in the moment?

08/04/2025

As our busy summer boarding season winds down, we’re already thinking ahead—and you should be too!

It’s never too early to start preparing your dog for their next stay, whether that’s with us or anywhere else.

Because here’s the truth: If these skills only get practiced while they’re here, your dog might show up a little rusty and that's stress that can be avoided.

Let’s talk about the real-life habits that set your dog up for success—before the suitcase even comes out:

➡️ Crate Comfort – A dog who can rest calmly in a crate adapts to new spaces much easier. Crating isn’t a punishment—it’s a life skill.

➡️ Leash Manners – Pulling, lunging, or freezing on leash doesn’t just make walks harder, it creates unnecessary stress in new environments. Loose leash = loose nerves.

➡️ Schedule Flexibility – Your dog doesn’t need to eat breakfast at 7:03 AM sharp. Being adaptable helps reduce anxiety when things (naturally) shift on vacation.

➡️ Calm Separation – Whether you’re five feet away or five hours, your dog should feel secure enough to rest and exist without needing constant contact. That’s not harsh—it’s healthy.

➡️ Confidence Without Meds – If your dog needs medication to be left anywhere new, that’s a sign they need more practice feeling safe in the world. Confidence is built, not prescribed.

This isn’t just “sit, stay, shake.” It’s helping your dog feel safe, stable, and sane even when life gets a little chaotic.

So whether your next trip is tomorrow or six months from now—start working on this stuff now! It pays off every time you pack a bag.

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