When we welcome a dog into our lives, we dive headfirst into researching the perfect food, training methods, and toys. Yet, one of the most critical decisions we will ever make for their lifelong health is often an afterthought: choosing the right veterinarian. As a professional dog trainer, I’ve worked alongside countless veterinary teams. I’ve seen firsthand the immense difference a truly compassionate, knowledgeable vet makes—not just during routine checkups, but when unexpected health...

At Chasing Perfection Dog Training, we believe great training isn’t about exerting control—it’s about opening a line of communication, fostering deep trust, and building an unbreakable bond that yields proven results. In this blog, we’re diving deep into why positive-only, science-based training is the gold standard for creating calm, confident, and reliable dogs. It’s time to move past outdated, fear-based approaches that lean on intimidation or punishment. We’ll break down the differences...

This week, my world shifted. My beautiful girl Shadow had her first knee done last year and it really knocked her around. Her recovery was slow. My vet and I discussed the possibility of Degenerative Myelopathy. This week we went in for a check-up and assessment to see how Shadow was progressing, and to determine whether she should have her second knee done — or if it was, in fact, Degenerative Myelopathy. It breaks my heart to say Shadow was diagnosed with Degenerative Myelopathy- a...