How to Host a Dog-Friendly Halloween Party

Aug 30, 2024

It's getting closer to the big fall day - one of my favorite times of the year!

Something I really enjoy is hosting Halloween specific parties and costume parties.

But how do you host a party and...

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3 Essential Tips for a Perfect Loose Leash Walk

Jun 25, 2024

Picture this:

It’s a warm sunny day. The birds are chirping, the bees are buzzing, and the flowers are blooming. All you want to do is get outside.

You grab your dog’s leash, and they...

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Gear Shy Service Dogs: Five Steps to Confidence

Jun 09, 2024

Does your service dog or service dog in training back away from their harness? Display stress signs when vesting up? Or even run to the other side of the room when the heavier harness comes out?

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How to Train Your Own Service Dog

May 26, 2024

If you came here from my How to Get a Service Dog blog, welcome!

Today we are going to learn all about owner training and the process in the United States.

Before I share my general...

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How to Get a Service Dog (In the United States)

May 26, 2024

Before I start with this post, I first want you to know that I am located in the USA. This information is all the information that applies to my country. If you are located outside of the US, your...

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Service Dogs for Narcolepsy: The Ultimate Guide

Jan 21, 2024

Narcolepsy service dogs can change the lives of their people in so many different ways. Along with the benefits a dog along can bring, service dogs can add tasks to mitigate the symptoms those with...

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What is Canine Freestyle: The Little Known Sport of Dancing with Your Dog

Jul 08, 2022

One of my all time favorite dog sports to watch is canine freestyle.

It combines all of my favorite things - music, trick training, and story telling.

To get a taste of how amazing it is, watch my...

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Anaphylactic Allergies: Can I train my own detection dog?

Jun 20, 2022

Did you know that even some folks with anaphylactic allergies train their own service dogs?

While it may seem scary, with the right precautions, it is definitely possible!

Today we have one of our...

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What is Cooperative Care?

Jun 08, 2022

Does your dog HATE having their nails clipped?

Do they run away at the sight of their toothbrush no matter the kind of toothpaste you pick?

It can be so frustrating and hard to care for a dog who...

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Top Five Ways to Help Your Reactive Dog

Jun 08, 2022

Reactivity is so tough to live with.

It feels isolating and overwhelming, and sometimes it feels like it will never get better.

Both of my dogs have dealt with reactivity, and I know how...

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