For those who don’t know me, I’m Doaa, a holistic dog trainer. My clients often ask me how I stay so calm, positive, happy, and excited while walking their dogs, given that I mainly work with reactive and so-called aggressive dogs. In fact, my walk-and-train sessions...
I’m a holistic dog trainer in Vancouver, and nutrition is a foundational part of my work because healthy food is not only critical for physical health, but it's also essential for emotional regulation, fulfillment, and stable mood and energy levels. I only recommend...
I’m a holistic dog trainer in Vancouver, and nutrition is a foundational part of my work because healthy food is not only critical for physical health, but it's also essential for emotional regulation, fulfillment, and a stable mood and energy levels. I only recommend...
We live in a world where kids can scream bloody murder in a playground, ambulances can tear through the streets at 3 a.m., and fireworks can shake the entire planet for a full week around Halloween… but your dog barking for a few seconds is apparently the apocalypse....
As a holistic dog trainer in Vancouver, nutrition is an essential part of my work because healthy food is not only critical for physical health, but also for nervous system regulation, fulfillment, and stable mood and energy levels. I only recommend canned wet or...
Most dog parents think a "good" walk is a dog glued to their side, walking in a straight line for three miles. They couldn't be more wrong. Can boring dog walks cause behavior problems? YES. boring dog walks that restrict sniffing, exploration, choice, and natural...
As a holistic dog trainer in Vancouver, nutrition is an essential part of my work because healthy food is not only critical for physical health, but also for emotional regulation, fulfillment, and stable mood and energy levels. I only recommend canned wet or raw food...
Most dog parents are way too busy judging, controlling, and suppressing their dog’s behavior instead of making the slightest effort to actually understand it. They treat behavior like a choice their dog makes to disobey or get away with something, completely ignoring...
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It breaks my heart when I see even the most well-intended, loving dog parents labeling their dogs as "Reactive", "Aggressive", or even "Not friendly". Your assumption is entirely wrong. Your dog isn’t broken, damaged, weird, or just “wired wrong.” What’s broken is the...
Many dog parents get very confused about this. This isn’t a mystery. It’s not a personality flaw or a problem with your dog at all. It’s a big mismatch. Let’s break it down properly. Part 1 Problem: Why Your Dog Is “Calm” at Home What most dog parents call "calm" is...
This blog post is about what the dog training industry refers to as “fear aggression”. Fearful dogs where their fear triggers a nervous system “fight” response. I hate the term “fear aggression” because it’s judgmental, egotistic, and extremely misleading. What set me...
So your dog pulls on a leash - and your first reaction? Control. Restrict. Dominate. Let’s call it “bad behavior.” Let’s resist it, correct it, and make it stop. Unfortunately, that’s the standard reaction many dog parents have. Except... that’s not training. That’s...
Affiliate Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases – at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products that are healthy, safe, comfortable, and my dog clients love. Who decided that dog strollers are...
The harness is the only thing that should go on your dog’s body. Period. When it comes to walking your dog, the only piece of equipment that respects their body, protects their nervous system, and keeps your bond intact while keeping them safe outside is a harness....
This post might stink a little, but it’s important. Someone needs to bring awareness to dog parents in Vancouver, given the current dynamic I witness almost every single day… Vancouver is a gorgeous city. Let’s get that out of the way first. The mountains, the ocean,...
Affiliate Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases – at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products that are healthy, safe, comfortable, and my dog clients love. Dog carriers are not cages and...
The Myth of the “Good Dog” Everyone wants a good dog. Calm. Polite. Predictable. Obedient. But what if that idea is… backwards? What if your dog isn’t just good - What if they are the source of goodness itself? Not because they listen. Not because they “behave.” But...
Confidence is the antidote to reactivity. And yet, even though reactivity is one of the biggest struggles dog parents face, almost no one thinks: “I just need to make my dog more confident.” Instead, they chase quick fixes, control-based techniques, or obedience...
Conscious dog parenting and holistic dog training are two sides of the same coin. Parents are trainers, and trainers are parents. But here's the thing, your mindset, energy, how you see your dog's behavior, and how you react to it is what makes all the difference....