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09/05/2026

We can’t avoid the punches life throws at our dogs, try as we might. So what do we do when they go through trauma?

After a bad experience like a scary vet visit, a fight with another dog, a fender bender, etc. it’s important to rewire their association with the environment with something FUN and POSITIVE as SOON AS POSSIBLE!!! This will prevent their hippocampus’s from permanently tying the trauma with the situation.

No matter how many GREAT experiences our dog has somewhere, one naturally bad consequence can deter them for life if we don’t handle it with care. P.S. this is why punishing bad behavior works to stop them from repeating it, for anyone who’s still in denial of that fact 😉 and I typically follow up punishment with something fun and positive for the same reason mentioned here—to change the way the brain associates the trigger

Has your dog experienced trauma that they haven’t been able to overcome?? Share your story in the comments, I promise you aren’t alone!

xo, Steph

09/04/2026

So excited about my new CUSTOMIZED slip leads from Slip Leashes Dot Com !!!

08/28/2026

Puppy’s confidence went to the MOON today 🚀

Hiding your dog from stressful, loud, chaotic environments is going to create a dog that can’t handle stress, loud noises, and chaos. Desensitizing as a puppy is the BEST thing you can do — but it doesn’t mean you can’t do it with an adult dog!! Don’t rush into anything and go at your dogs pace as much as you can, and help them work through the moments of panic with confidence. You can use play, food games, obedience… whatever your dog likes to do!

Where should I train a dog next??

Xo, Steph 🫶

08/26/2026

Loving dogs with all my heart is not just therapy, it’s the most rewarding part of being alive ✨

Sometimes I truly believe I didn’t choose to become a dog trainer, this life chose me. I followed my heart and passions and it led me to the most beautiful job I could have possibly imagined for myself 💕

Chase your dreams & watch what happens next.

xoxo Steph 🫶

08/25/2026

#1 BEST THING TO DO WITH YOUR ANXIOUS DOG OR PUPPY

There’s so much science-based evidence that proves that using thoughtful movement & adventure/play when exposing your dog to triggers or novel concepts can literally REWIRE THE BRAIN. If your dog is skiddish, nervous, reactive, or a puppy, you should be following desensitization sessions with PLAY or another activity your dog finds fun!

Then, incorporate REST — whether it’s a nap in the crate, just chilling in a quiet patio, or sleeping on the couch, solidify that memory in the brain with sleep.

Over just a few days, I guarantee you’ll notice a difference in your dogs confidence and anxiety!

When in doubt, play it out 😎🤩

Xo Steph 🫶
anxiousdog

08/21/2026

With so many valuable lessons, it was hard for us to pick just one! 😍

We had a BLAST at the IACP 2026 conference. It’s a privilege to live in an era where there is infinite education about how to best apply our skills to help the dogs and the owners who love them—it’s an even BIGGER privilege to attend a 4 day conference where the best of the best are the teachers for the week!

Already excited for next years conference in WASHINGTON DC!!!! 🏠 WOOT WOOT!!!!!!

xo, Steph and her new besties 🫶

08/15/2026

It doesn’t cost us anything to be good people 🫶

Poll: if you have a reactive dog, what are things other owners do that you love, or hate?? Share your experiences in the comments!

Xo, Steph

08/12/2026

Need to desensitize your dog to something in their environment?? Time for PLAY! A good, engaged game of tug or fetch can help your dog learn to ignore their triggers.

Does your dog love to play? Use it in training today and comment how it goes!

xo, Steph 🫶

Part 2 of the puppy chronicles: preparing for your puppy or new rescue to come home!Preparation is the key to success— y...
08/10/2026

Part 2 of the puppy chronicles: preparing for your puppy or new rescue to come home!

Preparation is the key to success— you don’t wanna get to the big day and realize that you have to run to the store and buy 1 million things. Prep ahead of time with the basics so you can spend the first few days with your new puppy with safety at the forefront.

Xo, Steph 🫶

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