EP24: In this episode, I share the joy that adopting a new puppy has brought to my life, especially in light of being cooped up at home with this pandemic. He has brought love & laughter back into our home after our 15 1/2 year old Chihuahua passed away in January.

But this episode is more than just me talking because I've invited my dog trainer to join in the conversation! Yep!!! I've been getting a little help in my puppy parenting skills from The Dog Academy and its founder Sherry Nativo.

Sherry & I had fun discussing the joys and challenges that having a new puppy brings, as well as the misconceptions many dog owners have when it comes to their dog's behavior. I am so thankful to have had Sherry to help me navigate these early days with Moji, my 4 month old Pooton.

Make sure to stick around to the end when Sherry opens up about her own story of how she got into dog training 10 years ago after her mom suddenly passed away. It's a great story!!!

To connect with Sherry, here is her contact info:

Website: https://allabouttrainingdogs.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AllAboutTrainingDogs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allabouttrainingdogs

Podcast: https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/naughtydogpodcast

Suggestions for your dog:

Kong treat toy (for extreme chewers): https://amzn.to/2S3Lb15

Kong treat toy (for normal chewers): https://amzn.to/353dnGI

Outward Hound Nina Ottosson Treat Tumble Dispensing Brain and Exercise Game: https://amzn.to/2x7EpQV

Omega Paw Tricky Treat Ball: https://amzn.to/3cJfAtJ 

If you'd like to connect or reach out to ME, you can find me at:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LaurieColvinWright/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/not_your_average_grandma/ 

Website: https://www.notyouraveragegrandma.com/

Youtube: www.youtube.com/c/NotYourAverageGrandma