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06/02/2026

This is one of Remi’s first sessions outside the house. And she’s doing GREAT.

But here’s the thing nobody talks about — home obedience and real-world obedience are two completely different things.

At home, you’re the most interesting thing in the room. There’s nothing competing for your dog’s attention, no new smells, no movement, no chaos. Of course they listen.

Take that same dog outside? Now you’re up against the whole world.

This is exactly why I have a system. We don’t just hope dogs generalize — we teach them to. That means:

↳ Starting where they can succeed
↳ Slowly raising the stakes
↳ Knowing what to do in the moment when they don’t respond

Remi is proof that when you have a plan, the progress speaks for itself.

If you want to build a dog who shows up for you everywhere — not just in the living room — that’s exactly what we do inside my 1:1 coaching program. Fill out this form for a free consultation and I’ll be in touch soon! https://portal.busypaws.app/customers/complete-canine-dog-training/forms_and_contracts/new?id=3309

05/29/2026

Meet Remi! 🐾 This is her very first session working on leash manners and she did absolutely fantastic!

Remi is a hard puller on a flat collar, so today we introduced her to the prong collar and one of the most foundational concepts in leash training: giving into leash pressure.

Dogs have what’s called an opposition reflex..when they feel pressure or tension pulling in one direction, their natural instinct is to push or pull against it. Think about it like this: if someone grabbed your shirt and started pulling you forward, you’d instinctively lean back to keep your balance. Our dogs do the exact same thing!

So our goal is to teach Remi that when she feels leash pressure, the answer isn’t to pull into it — it’s to give into it and come back to our side. And then it’s our job to reinforce that choice by rewarding her for being in the right position AND by keeping the leash loose when she’s where we want her to be.

💡 One of the most common mistakes I see: people keep tension in the leash even when the dog is right next to them. The dog is constantly feeling that pressure and learns to just pull harder. A loose leash = a calm, connected walk!

Learning these leash skills will allow Remi to go out to more places with her family and we want that to be a positive, enjoyable experience for everyone. 🐕‍🦺❤️

Comment “WALK” below if you’d like to see the full training session with voiceover! 👇

05/29/2026

Conrad is making big progress on his leash manners! 🐾

We’ve been putting in the work in low distraction environments, and now we’re slowly starting to raise the bar. Downtown settings like this are a new challenge for him, but the key is being selective about when and where we ask him to show up.

It’s not about throwing him into the deep end. It’s about setting him up to succeed. Today the stars aligned, the foot traffic was manageable, and Conrad was a champ. 🐕

Progress isn’t always linear, but moments like this remind me why the slow, intentional approach is always worth it. 💪

05/28/2026

She had a mission. I didn’t ask questions. I just started digging. 🐾🕳️ Then the lab showed up and decided she was in too. This is your reminder to let your dog pull you into their world for a minute. Find what they love and do it WITH them. It’s so easy to get caught up in the stress and pressure of everyday life but there’s something about getting on all fours in the sand next to your dog that just resets everything. It’s good for them. It’s good for YOU. Be silly. Be present. Be a little goofy. Your dog is always living in the moment, let them bring you there too. 🐕✨

05/27/2026

Where does your dog get their enjoyment?

Because whatever fills their cup, that’s what’s going to have their attention.

If your dog gets all of their joy from playing with other dogs, other dogs will always be more exciting than you. If they get their thrill from chasing squirrels, squirrels win every time.

But if you are the source of good things? If you’ve put in the time and the reps to make interacting with you genuinely fun and rewarding? That’s when everything changes. That’s when your dog starts choosing you, not because they have to, but because they want to.

Engagement isn’t something your dog is born with. It’s something you build.

And it starts with figuring out what your dog actually loves. What’s their play style? Do they love chasing, tugging, sniffing, or just being close to you? Find what lights them up and then become the one who brings that into their life. Do those things together. That’s how you become valuable to your dog.

If you want help building this kind of engagement and relationship with your dog, this is exactly what I work on with my clients through my online coaching programs. We’ll figure out what makes your dog tick and build a relationship where they genuinely want to work with you.

👇 What does your dog love most right now…is it you, or is there some competition?

05/27/2026

Not every training session looks pretty and that’s okay. 🐾
This is Remy. She’s a dog who struggles with confidence, and right now we’re doing the work, building her resilience, helping her learn that she’s capable, and showing her that even when something feels uncomfortable, she can push through it.
In this video I’m teaching her to get on a Kuranda bed using pressure and release. And yes, I could have shaped this. I could have lured this. There are a million ways to teach a dog to get on a platform. But I specifically chose this method for Remy, because the goal here isn’t just the behavior. The goal is building her belief in herself.
Pressure and release lets me do two things at once:
→ Teach her to give in to pressure (a life skill)
→ Show her I’m with her that I’m not going to ask her to do something she can’t handle
A note on why I didn’t use food at first:
Remy was a little worried about the bed. If I try to lure a dog who’s unsure and they practice saying “no” to the treat and walking away, I’ve now taught them not to trust the lure. And I’ve chipped away at their food drive in that moment. So I waited. Once she was willingly and happily getting up there on her own, that’s when I brought food in and she was more than ready to take it at that point.
This is why knowing when to use which method matters so much. It’s not one-size-fits-all. It’s reading your dog and making the right call for that dog in that moment.
Remy, I’m proud of you girl. 🤍 I used a Kuranda bed and absolutely love them! Super sturdy, good for your dogs joints, and super easy to clean! Here’s a link! https://kuranda.com?partner=28187

05/27/2026

This is one of the core skills I teach inside my online coaching program — and it’s just the beginning. Inside, I walk you through how to add distance, duration, and distraction so this becomes a reliable, real-world behavior around people, other dogs, and everything life throws at you.
If you want a clear plan and someone walking you through every step — my one-on-one program is built exactly for that. Basic position is where your dog stands or sits right at your side, shoulder aligned with your leg. It’s the foundation for loose leash walking, real-world obedience, and a dog that’s actually with you — not just near you.
Here’s how to teach it step by step:
Step 1 — Lure behind you
Hold a treat on the side you want your dog on. Take one step back with that same-side leg, reach your arm back behind you, and let your dog follow the treat. The second they follow it back there — mark (YES) and release the treat. Repeat until they’re enthusiastically chasing that treat back.
Step 2 — Flip into position
Now flip your hand and lure them back and forward so they land next to your leg, shoulder in line with you. When they hit that spot — YES, treat. 🔑 Important: keep occasionally rewarding just the “behind you” step or they’ll stop following the lure back — and that kills the whole movement.
Step 3 — Add the sit
Once they’re flowing into position, raise your lure so their nose tips up and their butt drops. The second it hits the ground — YES, treat. If they know “sit” already, you can say it as they’re going down to help them connect the dots.
Step 4 — Add your command
Say your cue (“with me,” “heel,” whatever you choose) — then pause half a second — then lure. This order matters. If you lure at the same time you’re talking, they can’t attach the word to the behavior. Say it. Pause. Then move.
Step 5 — Fade the lure
Start luring with an empty hand. Same motion, no food. When they get into position — YES — then reward from your other hand or treat pouch. Gradually reduce how much you help with your body (skip the step back, shrink the hand motion) until your dog is just anticipating — the second you

05/26/2026

Miss Candy soaking up a little brushing this morning! ❤️

05/26/2026

Emotional regulation doesn’t mean your dog never feels big things, it means they’ve learned how to move through those feelings without letting them take over.

A dog with good emotional regulation can see another dog and feel excited… without exploding at the end of the leash. They can hear a loud noise and feel startled… without spiraling into panic. They can want something badly and feel frustrated… without turning that frustration into chaos.

It’s one of the most valuable things we can build in our dogs, and the good news? It’s absolutely teachable.

👇 Let me know below….does your dog have good emotional regulation, or is this a skill you’re still working on?

05/25/2026

Today we pause to honor and remember all those who gave their lives in service to our country. 🇺🇸

Freedom isn’t free and we are grateful every day for the sacrifice of those who gave everything so we could live the lives we do.

From our team to yours, we wish you a meaningful Memorial Day. 🤍

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