You don’t have to be an expert to train with your best friend doggo(s) 🐶💙 The world of dog stuff & training is vast — even after 20 years as a professional trainer, I still learn new things all the time. The truth is: it’s not about how much you know. It’s about taking action, building that bond, and having fun with your COOOOL doggo! And if you ever feel like you’re not “doing it right”? This is exactly the space to share, ask, and learn together. None of us have all the answers — but we’re all here to support, encourage, and grow. 👉 This week’s shout-out goes to @Reagan Hunink ! 🎉 She is a dedicated puppy raiser for ASA Service Dogs — she previously raised Chess, had Joy for a short while, and is still learning all the ins and outs of the training process. This past weekend, she had Kat for just a couple of days, and the amount she accomplished in that short time was incredible! Kat had been forging ahead in heel and sitting too far forward at stops. With just a couple days of practice, Regan took the homework I gave her, stayed consistent with the reps, and now Kat is sitting like a total champ! 🙌 Regan may not be a "dog training expert" yet, but she expertly trained Kat by simply putting in the reps, doing the work, asking questions, and responding thoughtfully. That’s what it’s all about — consistency, effort, and willingness to learn! 💙🐾 Pick something you want to work on, learn how to do it, and put in the time and reps. Your dog will love it, you’ll have fun, and you’ll come out with a more focused, easier-to-handle best friend. 🐾 Don’t forget — training should be FUN!! Go work on something with your pup today! And give @Reagan Hunink a big 👍 for taking action and training with Kat potato!!

Hello! Kat the double doodle has been working on waiting for permission to leave her crate even when the door is open!

🎉👏 Let’s all take a minute to congratulate @Anissa Stark, Amica, and Riley for officially completing BOTH Mission 1 and Mission 2!!! 🐾🙌 Fantaaaastic!! — not only did these two super pups level up, but we’ve all been inspired by the fun training routines they share. Honestly, their videos bring a smile to my face every single day!😍 Great job, Anissa! Let’s everybody drop some 👍 and words of encouragement for taking action, doing the thing, putting in the training, and having so much fun with her best friend doggos!! Not to mention, the bond you’ve built is incredible. You can really see how happy and excited your dogs are because of the fun, consistent training you do together every single day. That joy and connection shines through every video. 💛🐶 Keep up the awesome work, team — we’re all cheering you on!!! 🎉🔥

@Tawnya Thomas and her amazing service dog Harley officially gave her very first natural alert — no scent cans, no scent samples — just a real-time alert to Tawnya’s high heart rate in public!!!!! 💓🐾 Great job, Tawnya, for taking action with your sweet Harley and putting in the consistent training. It’s so clear that Harley loves playing the game with you, and watching the videos you shared honestly brought tears to my eyes!! 💛 🌟 We are ALL super proud of you and Harley. This is a huge step forward, and such an inspiring moment for the whole community. Everyone drop Tawnya a 👍 and some big congratulations for reaching this point. It’s a truly exciting day for this awesome team! 🙌🐶💪 👉 You can see the video in her posts below!

Joy is practicing Spot and stand during a thunderstorm!!!!!