This blog is a tribute to Belle, and all the dogs who have come before and after. They are my friends, my companions, my teachers and my students. They bring me both joy and heartache, laughter and tears. There is nothing as sweet as the smell of puppy breathe, and nothing as sad as the final goodbye.


Friday, January 4, 2013



Plus je vois l'homme,
plus j'aimie mon chien


--- Pascal

Wednesday, January 2, 2013

I just love this...

While this has nothing to do with dogs or training, 
it has everything to do with people, 
and how we choose to live our life. 
And…the more I read it, 
the more it absolutely has to do with dogs. 
Think about it!

Monday, December 24, 2012

Friday, December 21, 2012

Winter has come to Columbus

Old Man Winter has finally arrived in Columbus, Ohio. Temps have dropped and it's snowing. Please keep your pets safe indoors, and remember to bang on the hood of your car to alert any animal that may have sought warmth and shelter under the hood before starting your car.

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Monday, December 17, 2012

Dogs Make Life Better

I can't imagine what my life would be without my dogs.  I am truly blessed to have had the most amazing dogs share my life. Those I've lived with, and those I've known through rescue or training, they all have touched my soul and live forever in my heart.