Ever felt like you just weren’t cut out to be a “dog person”? You’re not alone—and you might just be wrong (in the best way).
In this heartfelt and joy-filled episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em chats with Veeta about her surprising journey from self-proclaimed non-dog person to beagle-obsessed dog mom. With honesty, humor, and heart, Veeta shares how life with Habby helped her build confidence, embrace imperfection, and discover the power of emotional connection, daily enrichment, and learning through love.

In this episode:

• Learn how understanding a dog’s behavior can grow your confidence—even if you’re new to training

• Hear how enrichment and play helped Habby settle into his home and thrive

• Discover why emotional bonding is often more important than “doing it right”

Press play for a feel-good story that’ll inspire you to lean into the mess, love your dog more deeply—and maybe become a dog person after all.

Guest Info: Follow Veeta + Habby: @habbythebeagle

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This podcast explores real-life dog behavior and training, diving into reactivity, barking, dog anxiety, aggression, picky eating, gut health, and dog food—while unpacking enrichment, mental stimulation, supplements, calming aids, and holistic pet wellness. Whether you’re raising a rescue dog, supporting a senior dog, managing a velcro dog, or just navigating life with a dog who’s asking for more, you’ll find practical tools to build trust, strengthen communication, and create a safe, thriving life together.