My Dogs Coach LLC

07/11/2026

🐾 MY DOG’S COACH HAS 2 BOARD & TRAIN OPENINGS! 🐾

I’ve been spending some time catching up on work, getting things organized, and wrapping up current training commitments, but I’m officially opening up TWO spots for Board & Train programs! 🐶

These openings can be used for:

🐾 Puppy Headstart – Perfect for young puppies who need a solid foundation! We focus on potty training, crate training, socialization, confidence building, basic obedience, and establishing good habits early.

🐾 Advanced & Behavioral Training – For dogs who need more structure, reliable obedience, leash manners, impulse control, or help working through more challenging behaviors.

All of my Board & Train programs are individualized to the dog, with an emphasis on real-world training and helping owners maintain that progress at home.

I’m keeping my availability limited so I can continue giving each dog the time and attention they deserve.

📍 Martinsburg, WV
📩 Only TWO openings available! Message My Dog’s Coach to discuss your dog and see which program would be the best fit!

31/10/2026

🎃 Happy Halloween from My Dog’s Coach! 🐾👻

I had EVERY intention of pulling out the Halloween costumes, dressing up the dogs, and getting some adorable pictures for you guys today. But sometimes I get so caught up in everything going on that I genuinely forget it’s even a holiday. 😂

This week has been BUSY! Between getting dogs ready to transition back home, starting training with others, and juggling pickups, drop-offs, and everything in between, Halloween completely snuck up on me.

Today was actually a pretty big day because JADE WENT TO HER FOREVER HOME! 🥹❤️

We had scheduled her go-home for Saturday because that worked best for her new family, and honestly, that was far more important than Halloween pictures.

I want to take a moment to celebrate something really special about Jade’s story.

Working with rescue dogs can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be heartbreaking. It’s not every day that a dog comes into training already having a family waiting for them on the other side. Jade was fortunate enough to have people who were committed to her before she even started training, and that is something I wish we saw more often.

Her new family has been absolutely wonderful. We’ve been doing private sessions leading up to her transition home, which is something I HIGHLY recommend when possible. It allows the new owners to start learning alongside their dog, understand the training, build a relationship, and make that transition as successful as possible.

I also want to give a huge shoutout to the rescue for continuing to trust me with their dogs, allowing me to be part of their training journeys, and giving me the opportunity to help prepare them for their next chapters. ❤️

We can’t save every dog that comes into rescue. But today, we got to celebrate one that made it home. And that means everything.

As for the rest of the crew, they got to spend some quality time hanging out with Justin while I ran around handling everything today. We kept things pretty light and easy because, realistically, I wanted everyone nice and tired before the trick-or-treaters started showing up tonight. 😂

So instead of Halloween costumes and a big photo shoot, we’re going to be relaxing, eating snacks, passing out candy, and letting the dogs enjoy a quiet evening while the neighborhood kids enjoy their Halloween.

And as much as I’d love to promise you guys that I’ll make up for the pictures tomorrow… I somehow signed myself up to run a 5K tomorrow morning. 💀

I haven’t run a 5K in over a year. Actually, I haven’t really run AT ALL unless you count running around with your dogs. So depending on whether or not I survive tomorrow morning, we’ll see how motivated I am to play dress-up afterward. 😂

I’m a little sad that I didn’t get around to the Halloween pictures this year, but at the end of the day, getting these dogs ready to go home, helping them succeed, and making sure they’re getting what they need will always come first.

Thank you guys for all the love, patience, and support, especially during these incredibly busy weeks. I appreciate you more than you know.

Happy Halloween! Stay safe, enjoy your candy, and give your pups some extra love from us! 🎃🐾❤️

And tonight, we’re celebrating Jade. Because sometimes the biggest victories don’t come with costumes or cute pictures. Sometimes they come with a dog finally getting to go home. 🥹❤️

30/10/2026

The last two days have been all about group training with the whole family! 🐾🐶

One of the biggest things we’ve been working on is teaching the dogs how to think, focus, and function around distractions, especially other dogs, people, and movement.

Just because other dogs are around doesn’t mean it’s time to play! Not every interaction needs to be exciting, and not every dog needs to be your best friend.

Learning how to coexist, remain neutral, follow commands, and regulate their excitement is just as important as learning the commands themselves.

The goal isn’t just a dog that listens when everything is quiet. It’s a dog that can make good decisions even when the world around them is busy! 👏🐾

A little controlled chaos makes for some great training opportunities!

30/10/2026

📸🐾 A little photo dump from the last two days at My Dog’s Coach!

A little bit of training, a whole lot of playtime, some questionable life choices, and plenty of happy pups! 😂🐶

These guys have been keeping me busy, entertained, and definitely on my toes! Between working on manners, building confidence, learning how to settle, and just enjoying being dogs, there’s never a dull moment around here.

Enjoy some of the cute faces and chaos from the last 48 hours! 🐾❤️

30/10/2026

🚨 Just a Little Chaos Over Here! 🚨

Unfortunately, a water line has busted in our neighbor’s yard, leaving us without running water for the time being. 💦

To make matters even more exciting, the amount of water and pressure from the break completely flooded our yard. So naturally, the dogs have decided this is the BEST DAY EVER and have been having the time of their lives playing in the mud. 😂🐾

Everyone is now covered in mud. The dogs are muddy. I’m covered in mud from the dogs. Our house is covered in mud. And, of course, we have absolutely no running water to clean anything or anyone up. It’s pure chaos over here!

Due to the water advisory, we will be providing safe bottled drinking water for all dogs over the next few days. Unfortunately, this also means I will not be able to bathe any dogs for at least a couple of days until the water is safe to use again. So please bear with me if your dog comes home a little dirtier than usual! 😂

While crews dig up the area and repair the line, we will be limiting outdoor activities to keep everyone safe and avoid any additional issues. We’re also currently trapped at our house due to the repairs, so any planned outings or transportation may be delayed.

All the dogs are safe, happy, and completely unbothered by the situation. In fact, I think they’re the only ones enjoying it. 🤦‍♀️

We appreciate everyone’s patience while we navigate today’s unexpected mud festival. Between the flooded yard, muddy dogs, muddy house, and no running water, we’re having a GREAT time over here. 😂🐶

Hopefully, everything will be back to normal soon!

29/10/2026

🧬🐾 GUESS THE BREED! 👀

For the last 10 years, this girl has been by my side throughout my dog training career. She’s been here through it all, and after an entire decade together, I finally decided it was time to find out what she’s actually made of. 😂

Now, we’ve always known she was 50% good girl and 50% bad girl… but thanks to her DNA test, we FINALLY know exactly what makes up both halves. 🤣💀

And now I want to see how well you guys know her!

🐾 DROP YOUR BREED GUESSES IN THE COMMENTS!

What breeds do you think make up this little menace? 👀

I’ll reveal her official DNA results soon! 🧬🐶

29/10/2026

📢 IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR ALL BOARDING & TRAINING CLIENTS! 🐾

Hey guys! I have updated my intake forms, and moving forward, every single dog that comes into my care will be required to have a completed, up-to-date form on file.

🐾 Here’s what you need to know:

🐶 One form PER dog! If you have multiple dogs staying with me, each dog needs its own completed form.

🐶 Forms MUST be completed BEFORE your dog’s arrival. If your form has not been submitted, I will not be able to pick up or accept your dog into my care until it is completed.

🐶 If your dog is currently staying with me, I would greatly appreciate you taking a few minutes to complete the updated form as soon as possible!

🐶 Forms will need to be updated every SIX MONTHS. This will be a requirement moving forward, even for longtime clients who have been boarding with me for years.

Why am I making these changes?

Because dogs change! And sometimes those changes happen without us even realizing how important they are to communicate.

These forms are intentionally VERY detailed. They cover everything from:

* Medical history, injuries, medications, allergies, and new health concerns.
* Changes in behavior, including anxiety, reactivity, destructive behaviors, and new sensitivities.
* Whether your dog is currently being crated at home or if their crate routine has changed.
* Whether you’re still using the training tools and techniques your dog was originally trained with.
* Changes in feeding routines, diets, or supplements.
* Any recent incidents, behavioral concerns, or changes in your dog’s everyday routine.

And everything in between!

Just because I trained your dog two years ago or they’ve boarded with me a dozen times doesn’t mean their needs and behaviors haven’t changed since then.

Something as simple as no longer using a crate at home, discontinuing training tools, developing separation anxiety, or changing medications can make a significant difference in how I need to manage and care for your dog.

My goal is to provide every dog with the safest, most appropriate care possible, and that starts with having accurate, honest, and updated information from their owners.

I know these forms are lengthy, and I appreciate everyone taking the time to complete them thoroughly. Please don’t skip questions or leave out information because you think I already know your dog. The more information I have, the better prepared I am to meet their individual needs.

Thank you guys for your continued trust, cooperation, and understanding as I continue improving my policies and procedures here at My Dog’s Coach! ❤️🐾

📋 REQUIRED FORM:

Please click the link to complete this form.

23/10/2026

A little park training with the crew! 🐾🌳

New environments, different distractions, and plenty of opportunities to put those skills to work!

Training isn’t just about teaching commands. It’s about building confidence, practicing neutrality, and creating reliable behaviors in the real world.

Real dogs. Real distractions. Real-life training. 💪🐕

23/10/2026

🐾 Important Announcement Regarding Boarding Services

Effective immediately, My Dog’s Coach will be suspending all new boarding reservations for the remainder of 2026 and until further notice.

Moving into 2027, I will be reevaluating boarding as a service and will more than likely be discontinuing it permanently.

All previously confirmed boarding reservations, including those scheduled for 2027, will still be honored. However, I will not be adding any new boarding reservations to my schedule.

Moving forward, my primary focus will be on my Board & Train programs, which will continue operating as usual.

All clients with a Gingr account will receive a notification and formal email regarding these changes by the end of today.

I sincerely appreciate everyone who has trusted me with their dogs over the years. Thank you for your continued support and understanding as My Dog’s Coach transitions into its next chapter! ❤️🐾

20/10/2026

🐾 Friendly reminder: You don’t have to be the best dog trainer. You just have to be consistent and have a game plan.

Before you ever clip a leash onto your dog, ask yourself: What am I trying to accomplish today? What does success look like?

Because how can you expect your dog to meet expectations you haven’t even clearly defined?

One reason board-and-train programs are so successful is structure and consistency. Every session has a purpose, a roadmap, and a goal. With private lessons, you get the coaching, but the real progress comes from how you apply it throughout the week.

And remember, your roadmap isn’t set in stone. If something isn’t working, revisit your plan. Add something, remove something, take a few steps backward, or change directions entirely.

Training isn’t about being perfect. It’s about being intentional.

Show up. Have a plan. Stay consistent. Adjust when necessary.

Your dog doesn’t need a perfect trainer. They need someone willing to keep learning right alongside them. ❤️🐾