What if your dog’s reactivity isn’t just about training—but what you are holding inside?
In this raw, unfiltered solo episode, Em shares her personal healing journey—from quitting Xanax after 15 years to discovering the emotional patterns that were quietly shaping her dog’s behavior. What started as a health crisis turned into a nervous system awakening—and the lessons it revealed changed everything about how she shows up for her dogs and herself.

You'll Learn:

• Learn how unaddressed anxiety impacts training, reactivity, and dog behavior

• Discover how slowing down creates emotional safety for both dog and human

• Hear what it actually looks like to shift from performance to partnership

Press play for a powerful reminder that peace—not perfection—is the real goal, and your dog might already be showing you the way there.

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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.