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Dog Authority I grew up on a farm and was always an animal lover, especially dogs. He used to sit by my baby swing and run to get someone if it stopped.

šŸ¶ Dog Behaviorist and Trainer | Over 28+ Years of Expertise | Video Chat Training šŸ’» | In-home Training šŸ  | Group Video Training šŸ•ā€šŸ¦ŗ | Training You How to Train Your Dog šŸ• | All Breeds | Let's Help Your Dog Thrive šŸ¾ My personal belief is the Japanese Akita my mom had when I was born played a role in my love and connection to dogs. He was great with me and made a fantastic babysitter! I started dog training and behavior in 1998. My first dog, Rocky, was a Shepherd/Collie mix and he is the reason I became a dog trainer. When he hit teenage hood I had to call in a professional trainer. During one of the training sessions the trainer asked if I had ever considered becoming a dog trainer. When I was a child I wanted to be a vet, but abandoned the idea when I thought about having to euthanize dogs. Dog training and behavior seemed like a natural fit. My training to become a trainer and behavior expert was via apprenticeship. To this day I am grateful that Rocky led me down this path. Dog training is not just a job for me, it is my passion. I take time with my clients and donā€™t rush them with an hourly fee. I truly believe once you start training with me, you are part of my dog training family. Your dogs become like my dogs and are treated that way. I work with the dog as a whole, meaning what a dog eats, its environment, physical, and mental needs all play a role in training. Plus, I am a practical trainer who takes into consideration your familyā€™s schedule as well. Community involvement is another joy for me ā€“ whether it is teaching dog safety to children or working with organizations that help rescue dogs find permanent, loving homes. If I can educate people about dogs and further communication between dogs and humans, I am in my glory.

10/21/2026

Happy 14th Birthday to my dog Smokey!

Does anyone else's dog have a better benefits package than they do? šŸ˜‚Apparently, my office assistants have decided they'...
10/15/2026

Does anyone else's dog have a better benefits package than they do? šŸ˜‚

Apparently, my office assistants have decided they're done working for the day.

Holly has gone undercover. Literally. She's apparently working remotely and would appreciate not being disturbed.

Smokey, on the other hand, has informed management that after 13 years of service, he's earned the right to take breaks whenever he pleases.

Meanwhile, I'm over here running the business, paying the bills, and wondering how these two negotiated unlimited naps, free meals, flexible hours, and absolutely ZERO responsibilities. šŸ¤£

I'm beginning to think I'm the one who needs training!

Tell me I'm not the only one running a business where the employees have it better than the boss! šŸ˜‚

10/06/2026

Potty training can feel like you spend your entire day asking, ā€œDoes my puppy need to go out?ā€

One of the simplest things you can do is start keeping a log.

When did they eat? Drink? Nap? Play? P*e? P**p? When did the accident happen?

Pretty quickly, patterns start showing up ā€” and instead of constantly reacting to accidents, you can start getting ahead of them.

Remember: an accident isn't your puppy being ā€œbad.ā€ It's information.

Want me to show you what I actually track in a puppy potty log? Comment LOG below.

10/04/2026

Who can relate to this? I just get done putting the stuffing back in the big dog bed and who decides to claim it!? The 10 pound Chihuahua šŸ˜‚

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09/20/2026

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Bring your pets to get vaccinated for free starting this October at the Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center!

We are thrilled to introduce the Steve and Julie Helman Pet Vaccine Clinics! Funded by a generous donation, these free clinics will support local pet families for years to come.

Preregistration at GwinnettCounty.com/PetVaccines is required.

The clinics will be open:
ā€¢ Wednesdays, 4:00pm ā€” 7:00pm on October 7, November 4, December 2
ā€¢ Saturdays, noon ā€” 3:00pm on October 17, November 21, December 19

Important details:
ā€¢ Dogs can receive their one-year rabies, Bordetella, and DHPP vaccines.
ā€¢ Cats can receive their one-year rabies and FVRCP vaccines.
ā€¢ Free onsite microchipping will be available.
ā€¢ Dogs must be on a non-retractable leash and cats must be in a carrier.
ā€¢ Services are limited to three pets per household.
ā€¢ You must be a Gwinnett County resident to participate.

If your dog takes up 90% of your camera rollā€¦If youā€™ve ever spent more money on their treats than your own snacksā€¦If you...
09/04/2026

If your dog takes up 90% of your camera rollā€¦

If youā€™ve ever spent more money on their treats than your own snacksā€¦

If your dog has multiple beds but somehow still needs YOUR spot on the couchā€¦

If youā€™ve ever had a full conversation with your dog and expected an answerā€¦ šŸ˜‚

Yep. You might be a Hot Mess Dog Parent. šŸ¾

And youā€™re definitely my kind of people.

Come hang out with me over on YouTube at Hot Mess Dog Parenting!

Weā€™re talking real-life dog parenting ā€” training, behavior, the crazy stuff our dogs do, and the human end of the leash too.

šŸ¶ Go subscribe, and if you know another Hot Mess Dog Parent, send them over too. ā¤ļø

šŸ¶ Dog Behaviorist & Trainer | 28 Years of Expertise | šŸ’» Video Chat Training Available | Zoom Dog Training | Let's Help Your Dog or Puppy šŸ¾

08/21/2026

How often do you feed your puppy? Often I get puppy parents complaining about excessive nipping, jumping, and aggressive behavior. One of my first questions is how often are you feeding your puppy? Because it directly affects their behavior.

08/16/2026

How do you socialize your puppy when you are told to not take your puppy out until they have had all their shots?

08/15/2026
08/13/2026

Did you know you probably taught your puppy to be anxious? It surprises most puppy parents. But in this case it's one way puppies are opposite from children.

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