Where behavior meets real life and dogs get to be dogs.

This is where I share insights from the trail, stories from the training room, and real-world behavior advice for dogs who don’t always fit in the box. Whether you’re navigating reactivity, diving into decompression walks, or just trying to understand what your dog’s really telling you, I’ve got you.

Science-backed, judgment-free, and a little muddy. Just how we like it.

The Ball Isn’t the Point
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The Ball Isn’t the Point

Rumor’s motivation doesn’t live inside a toy I keep hidden away. It lives in the moments we share—the play, the laughter, and the trust we build every day. When we stop relying on deprivation and start building connection, training becomes something dogs love to be part of.

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