Mainely Hounds LLC

06/14/2025

06/10/2025

✨ Introducing the Better Together Club ✨

A monthly small-group training experience for real dogs + real life. Join us for supportive, distraction-filled practice where you and your dog can:
🐾 Build calm leash skills
🐾 Strengthen focus around other dogs
🐾 Practice neutrality + confidence
🐾 Get expert coaching from two professional trainers
🐾 And connect with a community that gets it

This is NOT a free-for-all dog social — it’s a structured, trainer-led space designed to help you and your dog level up together.

🎟️ Just $20 to join
📍 Location: Private setting near Windham, ME
🗓️ Next session: Saturday, May 17 @ 9AM

Spots are limited. We didn’t even get to announce our first class because it filled up so fast — DM to save your spot today!

06/01/2025

📍 Out of Office: Vermont Edition
I’m officially out of office from today through June 8 while I’m in Vermont for the in-person portion of the Enlightened Dog Trainer Academy!

This week is all about continuing education — including hands-on skills testing, e-collar refreshers, and deepening my toolbox to better serve the dogs and humans I work with.

📩 Responses will be delayed during this time, but I’ll be back soon with fresh insights and renewed energy. Thanks for your patience and support!

Be sure to follow along in our stories for all the fun updates 🥰

05/25/2025

Can’t believe I get to do this for a living. Thank you for prioritizing your dog’s happiness and well being. It makes my heart happy to. Exciting and helpful changes are coming next month. You are going to love them. Excited to share soon ❤️

05/25/2025

We don’t all have the same 24 hours. 💭 I recently had this conversation with a friend of mine. I’m not saying this to make excuses. But life looks different for everyone—some of us are caretakers for loved ones, balancing demanding jobs (or multiple jobs), or managing illness and other challenges beyond our control.

It’s okay if your journey doesn’t look like someone else’s. Give yourself grace. Celebrate the small steps forward, because every step counts. Do what you can and do it the best you can. That’s all that matters. 🌿

If you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed, you’re not alone. Let’s connect and work toward progress that fits your life—one day at a time. 💛

👉 Drop a comment or DM if you need support or encouragement. You’ve got this!

05/20/2025

Ever wonder why your trainer makes that face?

It’s not judgment — it’s passion.
It’s experience.
It’s because we’ve seen what happens when a dog’s needs go misunderstood again and again.

We make these faces when…
…a dog hasn’t rested in days but someone says, “He just needs more exercise.”
…a stranger reaches to pet a nervous dog without asking.
…someone expects obedience to magically fix emotional overwhelm.

We feel it because we care — deeply.
We know your dog isn’t “bad.” They’re just doing their best with the tools they’ve got.
And we want to give you both better ones.

Because training isn’t just about behavior.
It’s about meeting needs, supporting regulation, and strengthening your relationship — one choice, one moment, one face at a time.

So next time you see me make a face. Know that it’s because of how much I care. Shoutout to my amazing friends for helping me with their go-to faces 😆.

05/09/2025

Still floating after The Trainer in You seminar with Kait and Bethany — what a weekend.

It wasn’t just about training or growing a business (though there was plenty of that).

It was about real connection. Big dreams. Vulnerable conversations. Belly laughs. Inside jokes.
The kind of space where you can be fully yourself — and still feel like you belong.

Everyone brought something different — wisdom, tools, quiet confidence, funny stories, fresh perspective.

I am leaving feeling clearer, more grounded, and honestly just excited to keep going.

It reminded me that we don’t have to do this alone — and we’re better when we lift each other up.

Community> competition.
Always learning.

Just patiently waiting for TTIY 2.0 🤩

05/04/2025

Continuing education is very important to me. I’m excited to learn better ways to run my business from Kait and Bethany with . Please don’t hesitate to reach out while I am away but know responses may be delayed. Tell your dogs I miss them already! See you next week.

04/29/2025

To say I’m excited is an understatement…

I’m beyond honored to be hosting Sam from Pack Life LA right here in Maine for an exclusive 3-day workshop this summer! Sam has been a mentor, inspiration, and guiding light in my own journey as a trainer—and now, she’s coming to share her brilliance in person right here in Maine August 22-24.

If you’ve ever wanted to deepen your understanding of canine behavior, relationship-based training, and structured socialization… this is for you.

Save the date + stay tuned. More details will be on Sam’s website. Working spots are $1000. Audit spots are $400.

You won’t want to miss this!!!

04/20/2025

Training fatigue is real. And it’s not just your dog—it’s you, too. Noticed I haven’t posted a lot lately? It happens to all of us 🙃. If you’ve been feeling stuck, unmotivated, or like nothing’s “clicking,” this post is for you.

Let’s talk about training fatigue—what it looks like, how to spot it, and why taking a break might actually be the best thing you can do.

Signs your dog is training-fatigued:
• Suddenly ignoring known cues
• Avoiding eye contact or walking away
• Whining, barking, or acting out during sessions
• Slow responses or increased mistakes
• Total shutdown mode

Signs you’re training-fatigued:
• You feel frustrated or short-tempered
• Training feels like a chore
• You’re losing motivation to be consistent
• You keep comparing your progress to others
• You’re constantly second-guessing your plan

The fix?
• Keep sessions short & sweet
• Break up the monotony with play or new environments
• Let go of timelines—progress isn’t linear
• Don’t be afraid to take a training break (yes, really)
• Celebrate even the tiniest wins

Rest is part of the work.
A well-rested dog (and human) is a better learner.

Drop a comment if you’ve been there—and share what helped you reset.

Let’s normalize breaks, regulate the nervous system, and raise emotionally balanced dogs—together.

04/13/2025

You guys I need to stay off the internet 🤣🤣🤣 If my dogs were people…

Meet the crew in human form:

Mulligan (left)

Age: 40s
Vibe: Loyal outdoorsman with a tender side
Style: Flannel, worn-in hiking boots, always has a carabiner and leash clipped to his belt loop
Career: Forest ranger or park warden—someone who thrives off routine and solitude but takes deep pride in protecting his space and the creatures in it.
Hobbies:
• Solo hikes at sunrise
• Making the perfect campfire coffee
• Journaling (but would never admit it)
• Wrestling his inner anxiety with grounding rituals
• Spontaneous zoomies that shock even him

Core Quote: “I’ve got your back—even when it’s hard.”

Tallulah (middle)

Age: Mid 20s
Vibe: Playful tomboy with zero chill and endless sass
Style: Messy bun, oversized hoodie, trail runners, dirt under her nails, bandana on her wrist
Career: Wildlife photographer or outdoor educator—constantly climbing things, cracking jokes, and pushing boundaries.
Hobbies:
• Barking at her best friends mid-play
• Climbing trees “for the view”
• Trail running and making friends with squirrels
• Talking back with love
• Laughing at her own jokes—loudly

Core Quote: “I’m chaos… but the fun kind.”

Finnigan (right)

Age: Early 30s
Vibe: Gentle soul, walks softly and carries a stuffed animal
Style: Soft earth tones, hoodie always pulled over his head, gentle posture
Career: Toy designer or animal-assisted therapist—sensitive and quiet, but lights up when talking about something he loves.
Hobbies:
• Collecting plushies (don’t touch them)
• Deep emotional convos over herbal tea
• Watching birds and naming them all
• Practicing mindfulness on quiet trails
• Always cuddled up with a cozy blanket

Core Quote: “It’s okay to feel deeply.”

Hope this made you laugh! Have you tried this trend yet? Let me know. Which dog-human do you vibe with most? Drop your answer in the comments!

04/10/2025

This month, we're spotlighting Mulligan! A Vizsla who’s helping raise money for Second Chance at Love Humane Society. When you purchase a bag of these limited-edition treats, $5 from every bag sold will be donated directly to the featured rescue organization. Each purchase helps a rescue dog in ne...