Mighty Mutts

09/02/2026

Say hello to Mighty Mutt Wesley! This teen is the ultimate clown. Whether he has put together the H to T look with beach sand or covered his face in ranch dressing, you know this boy is built to have a good time.

Sometimes, you've gotta get down to business, though, and his human was super proud the first time Wes remembered to check in before play time. ""he looked up to me for permission to run off and play with the other pups instead of just ripping loose the moment we arrived [and] I was so proud of him for taking a big step out of puppyville and into doghood. I knew we would be a good team for the rest of his life and my heart was full." Good boy, Wesley!

05/09/2026

Say hello to Penelope!
Penelope had a bit of a rough start in life, but thanks to Humane Society Silicon Valley and her new mom, she's thriving! I get the pleasure of getting to know Penelope on camera during our Confidence Builders Academy sessions, and it seems every week Penelope's getting braver. Mom's proudest moment was when she finally walked down their stairs for the first time. It seems she's learned they're the fastest way to get to see squirrels on her walks. Good girl, Penelope!

03/12/2026

This is a really cool video about how panting works. The slow motion video lets you see the nose and tongue alternate really well!

Science of panting in dogs. Importance of evaporative cooling and natural vibration frequency of the lung and chest wall are discussed.

02/08/2026

Say hello to Bingley! He's a champion snuggler who loves his toys. You never know where you might find a Bingley bone - between the cushions? behind your shoes? in a Bingley built pillow fort? If there's a good hiding spot, Bingley knows about it. Good boy, Bingley!

11/01/2025

Say hi to Nala!
Nala is a true adventure dog who has lived in more states than her age in years. She especially loves going on sniffaris and rock climbing. Her human's proudest moment was when Nala "was able to keep focus and have a calm enjoyable picnic at a busy apple orchard with other humans AND dogs around!" Good girl, Nala!

10/03/2025

Say hi to Belle! She's a great snuggler who's getting braver every day. When she's not getting belly rubs, you can find her coming up with new ways to interrupt sister Roxy's games of ball.

09/07/2025

Say hello to Confidence Builders Academy student Luna! She loves beach time, and now she's learning to trust the car ride that gets her there a little more. Good girl, Luna!

08/09/2025

Anna needs Doggles to protect her eyes, and she's rocking out her cooperative care. We hold the glasses still, and she moves her eyes into them. She's especially a fan of practicing duration with peanut butter. You may notice my inability to stop laughing and focus on training here, but can you blame me? Anna's the only dog I know who makes her face messier when she tries to lick the PB off her nose! Thanks, Anna, for being such a good student, and for reminding us all to have fun. Good girl!

07/03/2025

Say Hello to Mochi! She's a compact fluffball of a husky who loves the great outdoors. She loves training time, and has taken to learning her new cues like a champ. Good girl, Mochi!

05/04/2025

Confidence Builders Academy, our special program for shy and fearful dogs is 4 years old! CBA graduate Hank is one year older than CBA, so he's always got a photo on hand to help us celebrate.