Why Did My Dog Growl At My Toddler?
When we bring human children into our lives, whether through adoption or birth, we can’t help but fantasize about what your happy family...
5 Habits Every Toddler & Dog Parent Should Develop
Parenting is hard, no matter how you look at it. It feels like your heart is living on the outside of your body. We love and worry with every...
Did We Get The Wrong Dog for our Family?
If you are considering adding a dog to your family or if you are wondering if you may have brought home the wrong dog, it’s worth spending a few...
Choosing a Pet Dog for Your Special Needs Family
So, you are thinking of adding a pet dog to your special needs family. That’s great! Pets can bring so much joy to a family, along with...
Kids and Dogs – Keeping the Peace
Parenting is hard. Add a dog or two to the mix, and things can get downright crazy. Not only are you trying to raise little humans into kind...
89. The Splash Zone: Toddlers, Dogs, and Water Bowls
If you’re raising kids and dogs under the same roof, you know there’s never a dull moment—especially when your little one discovers the dog’s...
88. Loving and Letting Go: Navigating Behavioral Euthanasia
In this episode of the Pooch Parenting Podcast, I’m tackling one of the most difficult and heart-wrenching topics for dog-loving families...
87. From Rough to Respectful: Teaching Kids to Handle Dogs Gently
In this episode of the Pooch Parenting Podcast, we’re diving into a topic that many parents face: what to do when your toddler or young child is...
86: Dogs, Kids, and Parties: Navigating Safety for All
Picture this: A parent is hosting a lively party. The house is full of guests, kids are running around, and the family dog is right in the middle...
85. My Top Holiday Gift Pick for Kids Living with Dogs
I’m excited to share my holiday gift pick of the year for families with kids and dogs – Hide and Scent – The Ultimate Game of...
84. Separation is Not the Same as Isolation when Managing Kids and Dogs
A lot of my clients seem to be very uncomfortable with the idea of separating their dog and child for safety reasons. But I recently had an...
