Episode Details

Some dogs don’t just want a walk.

They want a job.
A challenge.
Something to figure out.

And when we give them that outlet, everything shifts.

In this episode, Em sits down with Sarah — trainer, performer, and the mom behind the Super Collies — to talk about dog tricks, dog sports, and what it really looks like to build confidence through play and training. From agility and freestyle dancing to traveling with multiple dogs and finding the right sport for your individual dog, this conversation is packed with practical ideas and honest behind-the-scenes stories.

You’ll hear how Sarah got started at 11 years old, what makes a good sports or performance dog, how to test your dog’s strengths, and why even five minutes of trick training can change your relationship at home.

If you’ve ever wondered what else your dog might be capable of, this episode will open your eyes to what’s possible.

Press play and get inspired.

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This podcast explores real life with dogs — including dog behavior, reactivity, dog anxiety, stress in dogs, fearful dogs, and everyday training challenges. It’s for dog parents who are overwhelmed navigating life with dogs and want a clearer understanding of their dog, practical support, and a stronger bond while creating a calmer daily life with their dogs. Episodes cover canine nutrition, dog body language, dog communication, dog food and behavior, gut health, dog wellness, enrichment for dogs, dog enrichment activities, routines, dog lifestyle, and regulation — so life with your dog can feel calmer, more manageable, and more sustainable. Hosted by a dog trainer, canine nutrition coach, and retired vet tech, the show blends training, nutrition, and enrichment to support and bond with sensitive, anxious, pure-bred, and rescue dogs at home and in real life.

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