Lil' Tidbits
So, I wasn't quite sure what to post about.  There's nothing really big happening right now that I'm quite ready to post about.  Heck, there aren't even any small things to post about.  However, I do enjoy posting on a regular basis and what to keep it a habit.  Hence, I'm giving you all tiny little updates.* Thanksgiving is less than a week away.  As a matter of fact, it's this week!  I can tell you right now that I'm thankful I'm not holding Thanksgiving dinner.  I'm also thankful for quite a few other things, but that will come later.* Black Friday (aka the day after Thanksgiving) is going to be a wonderful day.  I'm not int

National...Month
What I'm about to blog about may sound a bit callous, but I'm starting to get a little fed up.  I'm kind of tired of all the National (fill in the blank) Months.  I'm sick of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and National Diabetes Month.  I'm tired of National COPD Month and National Dental Hygiene Month.  It's getting old.  Oh, and those four awarenesses fall in just two months and there are plenty more to accompany them.  So, why am I fed up?  Let me list the reasons.1) They tend to instill fear in the general public.  Yes, it's healthy to know the basics of breast cancer or the warning signs of diabetes.  However, do you reall

Dog Trainer...Exposed
This blog may seem a bit odd at first, but I think it's a great idea.  I'm copying an idea I found on another blog I read.Here's the thing, people today (women especially) tend to have horrible body image.  Instead of seeing how well their bodies work for them, they look at the fat and the cellulite and the dimples (yes, I'm guilty).  We all beat our bodies, trying to force them into submission.  That doesn't really work, though, does it?  After all the beatings we're typically just exhausted and still not happy with how we look. But you know what?  I love my body.  My body has carried me through a lot, from simple walking to r

Doggie Expressions
One thing I've learned as a dog trainer is that dogs have the ability to express themselves in ways that people just can't do.  For instance, a dog doesn't just smile when he's happy; he wags his tail.  He doesn't just clap when something's really exciting he jumps and spins and says, "I'm so excited!" with his whole body.  He doesn't just grimace when he doesn't like someone or something; he growls, the hair stands on his back, and he sends the whole message of, "Back the F*** away!" that no one can misinterpret.  Today Cody communicated my feelings precisely.Out of all of my clients, most of whom I love (or at least tolerate), there's one guy who just reall

Why Hire a Trainer?
Alright, so this post isn't so much about why you should hire a trainer.  Everyone has their own personal reasons for that.  My question is, why would you hire a trainer if you're then going to tell the trainer she's wrong about every little thing?Let me clarify.  I have no problem with questions.  As a matter of fact, I love the people who do their research and want to pick my brain and maybe even give me a few ideas.  I love working with that person to find a solution that works for both me and them.  I want my clients to be happy and I want their dogs to be happier. Do NOT, however, take your own personal opinion, which has no ba