In Pine Valley, a K9 Malinois named Rex gave everything for his partner a reminder of why I live and train the way I do. A lot of people see my dog and ask why I’d ever want something “that intense.” They don’t see the heart. They don’t feel the pulse that runs through a […]
In 2023, Americans spent over $143.6 billion, some estimates say closer to $147 billion, on pet-related expenses. That’s food, toys, vet bills, boarding, grooming, and more. It’s an insane number for dog obsession. To put it into perspective, that’s enough money to solve world hunger every single year. So why are dog trainers from across […]
My Favorite Least Favorite Poem: “The House Dog’s Grave” by Robinson Jeffers Maybe I hate this poem because it wrecks me. Because it’s too real. Because I’ve sent it to too many. And it slipped into so many hearts. It’s called The House Dog’s Grave, and yeah, it’s about a dead bulldog named Haig. But […]
Before we built cities, before we crafted language, before fire met steel—there was a spiritual bond between dogs and humans. Not in the modern sense of kibble and leashes, but as wild, fierce beings who once struck fear into our hearts. And yet, over millennia, a transformation took place. A silent pact formed between species. […]
We might’ve missed posting this on May the 4th, but when your name is Yoda, the Force is strong with you every day. This isn’t a sci-fi fantasy or some Jedi training camp. This is real life, and Yoda—a four-year-old Belgian Malinois working with U.S. Border Patrol—just proved why K-9s are some of the toughest […]
The Guardians of the Animals If a gynecologist rapes someone, they lose their license. If a teacher abuses a child, they’re never allowed near kids again. But if someone abuses animals—they can go right back to calling themselves a “dog trainer.” Let that sink in. In most states, there’s no license required to be a […]
🐶 Top 5 Dog Behavior Problems in San Rafael — And How Upwook’s Training Solves Them Living in San Rafael, it’s easy to see how much the community loves dogs. But even in this pet-friendly city, behavior problems can strain your bond with your pup. That’s where Justin Kerson, lead trainer at Upwook.com, comes in. […]
-Just a boy and his dog- 🐺🐾 Hey, I’m Justin, and this is my Monster. Let me tell you a little about us, trust me, it’s been a ride to get here. I didn’t just decide one day to be a dog trainer. Life kind of led me here (yeah, no pun). I grew up […]
