Have you ever walked off a competition course shaking your head, thinking, Why can I do this perfectly in training, but in the ring, it falls apart? If so, you're not alone. This is one of the most common frustrations among handlers.

In training, you're confident. You...

It happens to all of us. You’re at a trial, watching another team absolutely crush their run while you’re still struggling with consistency. Or you scroll through social media, seeing post after post of celebratory Qs, new titles, and picture-perfect training...

Fall Back in Love with Dog Sports

There was a time when you couldn't wait to train. When stepping into the ring filled you with excitement instead of dread. When you and your dog felt like an unstoppable team.

But lately? Not so much. Maybe you're questioning why you even started. Maybe...

As the year begins, I hope you're thinking about goals. (Ha) Many handlers approach this process by focusing almost entirely on their dogs—what titles they want to earn, what skills they want to refine, or how many trials they plan to attend. But what happens when you’ve checked...

All the best trainers and all the best friends couldn't put Moxie back together again.

I ruined her. Not on purpose. Not maliciously. Not even because I was a bad handler but I ruined the smartest, most talented dog I've ever had. And before you kindly tell me...

It’s that time of year again—goal season! You’re reflecting on this past year, looking ahead to the next, and dreaming of what you and your dog can achieve together. But for some handlers, there’s an uncomfortable question lingering in the back of their minds: What if...

If you’ve spent any time on social media lately, you might have seen the phrase “villain era” floating around. It’s trendy, it’s cheeky, and—most importantly—it’s a reminder that maybe, just maybe, it’s time to put yourself first for...

As the end of the year approaches, it’s natural to start thinking about what’s next. For many of us, that means setting new goals and dreaming about what we want to accomplish in the coming year. But before you dive into planning, there’s a crucial step you can’t skip:...

Confidence is one of those things everyone wants, but few of us know how to build. We hear advice about staying positive, using affirmations, and focusing on our strengths, but sometimes it feels... flat. That’s where cultivating a positive handler identity comes in. It’s...

When it comes to dog training (and honestly, life in general), I see a common struggle: we set big goals, dive in with enthusiasm, and then hit a wall when progress feels slow. Sound familiar? It’s easy to get frustrated and think, “Why am I not seeing results?” Here’s the...

I'm sure you know the saying, "Must be present to win." To most of us, it means that if we want to win that raffle item, we'd better stick around until the end of the day. But lately, I've had another perspective on this common phrase - that we as handlers must be in the present moment in...

Confidence is on my mind these days. In part because the membership is working on developing confidence this month, and in part because I am really obsessed with giving my young dog confidence every time we train. (I have Moxie to thank for the latter and my coaching clients...