Welcome to The Dog Who Asked for More formerly known as Straight Up Dog Talk
More Than Just Dog Training
Connection, Care, and the Stories Behind Every Post
This blog is an evolving space built on professional insight and lived experience—created to meet you wherever you are on your dog parenting journey.
Here, you’ll find practical breakdowns of leash skills, dog enrichment, cooperative care, nutrition, and behavior techniques—all written by someone who understands that no two dogs (or days) are the same.
Whether you’re supporting a reactive dog, navigating mealtime struggles, or simply trying to build a deeper connection, you’ll find something here that feels like it was written just for you.
I share stories about my own dogs, Fitz and Toby, and how they’ve shaped the way I approach training, dog nutrition, and emotional connection. You’ll also hear from trusted professionals through co-written posts that explore everything from grooming tips to mindful feeding routines and real-life behavior support.
This isn’t a blog about perfection.
It’s a blog for real people, real dogs, and real growth—built on empathy, curiosity, and the belief that understanding your dog starts with listening.
Where We’re Headed Next
What started with training, enrichment, and nutrition is growing into something much bigger.
Where We’re Headed Next
Right now, this blog is rooted in what I know best: training, enrichment, and nutrition—the building blocks of a better life for you and your dog. But this space is only the beginning.
Once we’re on the road, I’ll be sharing more of our story—real moments from RV life with Fitz and Toby, the people and pups we meet, and the lessons we learn in dog-friendly communities across the country.
It’ll be part education, part adventure, and all heart.
Want to Help Us Get There Faster?
Your support can help get the RV on the road and bring these stories to life even sooner.
Visit the Fuel the Mission & Listen page to see how you can help—whether it’s donating, sharing the podcast, or joining our Slack community.
Together, we’re building more than a blog—we’re building a movement for dogs and their people.
Welcome to The Dog Who Asked for More
Formerly know as Straight Up Dog Talk.
New Name. New Look. New Content!