Sick of being told you’re doing it wrong—even when you’re doing your best for your dog?

In this honest, no-BS first episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, dog trainer and former vet tech Emily Breslin shares how burnout, compassion fatigue, and raising a reactive dog led her to build something the dog world desperately needs: a space for real conversations, emotional support, and practical advice—without the shame. Alongside producer Josh, Em shares why this podcast exists and who it’s here to serve.

In This Episode:

• Hear the story behind the podcast and how it grew from burnout into advocacy

• Learn what makes Straight Up Dog Talk different from other training shows

• Get a sneak peek at future episodes covering grief, behavior, nutrition, enrichment, and trust—always with honesty at the core

Press play to join a community that’s done with judgment—and ready to build something real, one episode at a time.

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