by stephaniegarza | Mar 12, 2026 | Uncategorized
We’ve all been there. You’re enjoying a peaceful walk with your dog when a neighbor or a stranger approaches, their dog straining at the end of the leash. Before you can even assess the situation, they shout those four famous words: “It’s okay, he’s...
by stephaniegarza | Feb 16, 2026 | Uncategorized
If you’ve spent any time in the dog world, you’ve heard it. Perhaps you’ve even said it. You see a dog on the street—maybe a fluffy puppy or a nervous-looking rescue—and as you reach out your hand, you utter the ultimate disclaimer: “It’s okay, I’m a dog lover!” On...
by stephaniegarza | Feb 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Beyond the Band-Aid: Why Your Dog Needs an Advocate (Not Just an Appointment) We’ve all been there. You walk into the vet’s office with a 14-year-old companion—a dog who has been by your side through a decade of quirks, health scares, and “mystery”...
by stephaniegarza | Jun 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
Most dogs bark when the doorbell rings. Ideally, once the guest walks in and says hi, all the excitement stops. However, this isn’t always the case. Some dogs remain fearful and nervous when strangers, or even familiar people, come over. These dogs might continuously...
by stephaniegarza | May 5, 2020 | Uncategorized
Some dogs love their crates without any training. Yea, they do exist! Both my dogs took to the crate no problem! But some dogs may need some help and some dogs may downright have severe anxieties about being confined. Here are my steps to creating a crate-loving...
by stephaniegarza | May 2, 2020 | Uncategorized
Are you pro-crate or anti-crate? Well, I’m pro-crate and I’m here to tell you why. The most common argument I hear against the crate is all about the pet parent: “I feel bad for confining him all day.” I get it, but there are so many other safety reasons and...
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