There are a lot of opinions in the dog world—but one thing I’ll always stand by: every dog can benefit from learning both crate and place...

Balanced training is one of the most widely used approaches in dog training today—but it’s also one of the most misunderstood.

Reactivity can feel overwhelming. Lunging, barking, growling, spinning—it’s easy to feel embarrassed, frustrated, or even hopeless. But here’s the truth: reactivity is not the end of the story.

Training isn’t about barking orders and expecting instant perfection. It’s not just about the sit, the down, or the stay. It’s about communication—and communication works best when it goes both ways.