Shelter/Rescue Dogs

You have a big heart Your chosen adoption path was to “save a life,” to offer love to a soul in need. But as you’ve come to realize, the path of rescuing a shelter dog isn’t as smooth as you expected.

Dogs are sentient beings. They have memories and feel emotions.

Many dogs carry invisible scars, etched deep within their beings. Perhaps they cower under the table at the slightest noise, memories of a past they cannot articulate haunting their every move. Maybe they guard their food fiercely, a remnant of days when sustenance was scarce and survival uncertain. Or they may soil your home, not out of spite, but out of anxiety and confusion in unfamiliar surroundings.

And, while you, and your family, are so excited to welcome a dog into your home, the dog nips, fears being touched, or refuses to eat. Each action tells a story of pain and mistrust.

These dogs aren’t broken; they’re survivors of circumstances beyond their control. Yet, their behaviors can leave you feeling overwhelmed, questioning your ability to provide the care they so desperately need, or worse yet, whether you made a mistake and should return the dog to the shelter or rescue.

🐶 Why Trust My Expertise? 🐶

🐕 Practical, Hands-On Experience Matters: Having shared my life with dogs of all ages and breeds, I’ve faced every challenge imaginable. I’ve dealt with the psychological fears of dogs who were abandoned by their owners or mentally abused.

🐾 Proven Strategies: I’ve been there, done that, and have the paw prints (and a stack of bills) to prove it. Shelter/rescue dogs as well as purebreds who are victims of puppy mills have special needs that need to be addressed on the dog’s timetable, not ours.

📚 In-Depth Knowledge: In my 30+ years of owning dogs, I’ve sought help from specialty veterinarians and behaviorists, e.g., holistic vets, acupuncturists, animal behaviorists, hydro and physical therapists, specialty trainers, and psychologists. My goal was always to ensure my dogs have the best life I can give them. And I bring that experience and knowledge to help you with your dog.

💖 A Genuine Love for Dogs: With a four-dog household, large dogs and small dogs, my passion for dogs is more than a hobby; it’s my way of life. I’m not just here to dispense advice. I’m here to help you form a loving, unbreakable bond with your dog, just as I have with mine.

🐾 What I Can Offer You: 🐾

🐾 Tailored Advice: Each dog’s history is unique to the dog. You will get personalized guidance that aligns with your dog’s issues, age, personality and problem(s) to be solved.

🐾 Problem-Solving: This is where so many people get frustrated. The training/solution that worked for the dog in the YouTube video doesn’t seem to work for your dog.  You’ve heard of trial and error? Sometimes, that’s what you must go through to customize the solution to your dog’s problem behavior, with consistent repetition.

🐾 Lifelong Learning: I stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in dog care, training and nutrition. I’ll ensure you have access to the most current information and effective techniques.

🐾 A Shoulder to Lean On: It’s not easy being a dog owner, and when you have a shelter/rescue dog who has experienced some trauma in its past, or has had little to no training, it can be stressful dealing with a dog that does not yet know or trust you.

🐶 Your Dog Deserves the Best. So Do You. 🐶