Welcome to The Dog Who Asked for More formerly known as Straight Up Dog Talk
Personalized Support, Inside & Outside the Bowl
Transform Your Dog’s Life Through Nutrition & Enrichment
Real change starts in the bowl—and builds from there.
If your dog’s behavior, energy, or emotions feel all over the place—you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything wrong.
The Dog Who Asked for More was built on the idea that our dogs are always communicating with us. Sometimes they’re not asking for more training—they’re asking for better food, calmer routines, or enrichment that helps them regulate.
Our Nutrition & Enrichment Programs are designed to help you understand what your dog’s really asking for—so they can feel better, settle more easily, and thrive in everyday life. Whether you need a simple starter guide or a fully customized plan, you’ll find the right level of support for where you—and your dog—are right now.
This isn’t about trendy diets or one-size-fits-all advice.
It’s about learning how nutrition, gut health, and enrichment work together to support your dog’s body and brain—and making it doable for you.
Everything starts with understanding your dog’s food, because the bowl is often the first place where behavior, energy, and overall health begin to break down.
What You’ll Find Here
Free & Low-Cost Guides
Quick wins and step-by-step tools you can use right away:
- Easy dog food upgrades that support gut health and behavior
- Practical enrichment ideas for busy lives
- Simple, judgment-free support that fits your dog and your reality
These guides are perfect for dog parents ready to start improving their dog’s well-being without feeling overwhelmed.
Personalized Plans
Tailored to your dog’s unique nutrition, sensitivities, and behavior:
- Custom rotating meal plans and daily enrichment routines
- Support for gut health, food sensitivities, reactivity, and dog anxiety
- Supplement guidance, consults, and clear next steps
- Strategies that give you confidence—without the burnout
Because when your dog’s nutrition and enrichment align, regulation, rest, and real progress naturally follow.
Get Started with a Consult
Every dog is different. That’s why each personalized plan begins with a 1:1 consult.
We’ll talk through your dog’s current diet, behavior, and goals, then create a plan that supports their well-being from the inside out.
These personalized plans help you build a foundation with the right dog food, enrichment routines, and realistic strategies—so your dog can feel calmer, healthier, and more understood every day.
Discover what’s possible when your dog’s needs are truly heard.
DIY Dehydrated Dog Treats – Free Guide!
Make healthy, homemade treats your dog will love with this step-by-step guide.
Still Scared of Bacteria in Raw? Let’s Clear That Up
A Confidence-Boosting Guide to Raw Feeding Safety, Gut Health, and Simple Hygiene
Worried that raw feeding isn’t safe? You’re not alone.
This free guide clears up common myths about bacteria in raw dog food and explains why kibble isn’t always the safer option it’s made out to be. Backed by real studies and practical tips, you’ll learn how raw feeding can be both safe and nourishing for your dog.
Inside, You’ll Discover
- Why dogs are built to handle bacteria
- What the science says about their digestive system
- How to prep raw meals confidently with simple hygiene routines
If you’ve been curious about raw feeding but hesitant because of safety concerns, this is your first step toward feeding real food with confidence.
Discover why real food doesn’t have to be scary.
The Mini Better Bowl Blueprint
Three Simple Swaps for Calmer, Healthier Mealtimes—Starting Today
The Mini Better Bowl Blueprint is a free guide with three easy upgrades you can start using right away. These small, realistic changes help reduce mealtime stress, improve digestion, and make feeding time feel calmer and more natural for your dog.
Perfect for busy dog parents who want meaningful results from small shifts—without spending a fortune.
Start upgrading your dog’s bowl—without breaking the bank.
5 Simple Ways to Upgrade Your Dog’s Kibble (Without Breaking the Bank)
Kibble Doesn’t Have to Be All or Nothing
Small shifts in your dog’s food can make a big difference—without overhauling their entire diet.
If your dog seems restless, picky, or just a little “off,” it may not be about behavior alone—it might be what’s in their dog food bowl.
This free guide is your first step toward rethinking dog food in a way that feels realistic and doable. No pressure to go raw or give up kibble overnight—just simple, affordable changes that help your dog feel better, physically and emotionally.
You’ll walk away with practical tools to boost your dog’s nutrition, support regulation, and bring more calm and connection to daily mealtimes.
Discover how small changes in your dog food routine can lead to big results.
Feeding Without Fear
A Free Guide for Pet Parents Ready to Rethink Mealtime
Because mealtime shouldn’t feel like a performance—for you or your dog.
If your dog is picky, overstimulated, or just not thriving on their current dog food routine, it might be time for a new approach—one that supports regulation, connection, and calm behavior from the inside out.
This free guide invites you to rethink outdated dog food rules and take the pressure off the bowl. You’ll discover how a few thoughtful shifts can lead to more peaceful meals—and a more confident, emotionally balanced dog.
See what feeding without fear really looks like.
Feeding the Dog in Front of You: Starter Blueprint
Your Dog’s First Step Toward Calmer Meals & Daily Enrichment
This entry-level plan includes one personalized dog food meal plan with daily toppers, enrichment basics, and supplement guidance—all designed to support better digestion, emotional regulation, and mealtime ease.
You’ll also receive a 30-minute private Zoom consult to walk through everything with support and clarity.
What’s Included
- Coaching: One private Zoom call
- Recipes: 1 full month (28-day rotation) personalized dog food plan
- Extras: Enrichment strategies and supplement support
Perfect for picky eaters, dogs with sensitivities, or pet parents who want to test-drive a fresh dog food approach without a big commitment. Your personalized meal plans go beyond ingredients—they help you reframe dog food as a key part of emotional and behavioral regulation.
Take the pressure off your dog’s bowl—one small step at a time.
Feeding the Dog in Front of You: Core Blueprint
Structure, Variety & Support—Without the Overwhelm
A Mid-Level Dog Food & Enrichment Plan for Real-Life Results
This plan is designed for pet parents who want a clear, consistent rhythm—without rigid rules or added stress.
You’ll receive three rotation-ready dog food meal plans, daily topper guidance, enrichment activities, and supplement support—all customized to your dog’s unique needs. These personalized plans go beyond ingredients—they help you reframe dog food as a key part of emotional and behavioral regulation.
What’s Included
- Meal Plans: 3 rotation-ready dog food plans with topper guidance
- Extras: Enrichment strategies and supplement support
- Coaching: Two private Zoom calls—one to get started and another around weeks 8–10 to check in and make adjustments
This mid-level plan provides the structure and variety you need to support your dog’s nutrition, behavior, and daily well-being, while keeping things realistic for busy lives.
Feeding the Dog in Front of You: Full Blueprint
Structure & Variety for the Long Haul—With Coaching to Start Strong
A Comprehensive Dog Food & Enrichment Program for Lasting Results
This in-depth program is designed for dogs who need long-term nutrition and behavior support—and for families who want structure, variety, and personalized guidance they can trust.
Your personalized dog food meal plans go beyond ingredients—they help you reframe dog food as a key part of emotional and behavioral regulation.
Program Overview
Includes a comprehensive intake review, six rotation-ready dog food meal plans, enrichment strategies, supplement guidance, and substitution tips to keep things flexible and sustainable.
You’ll also receive two weeks of direct coaching support, including:
- A private consult to launch your plan
- Slack/email access for ongoing questions
- A follow-up Zoom call to review and adjust
What’s Included
- Coaching: Two weeks of direct support (initial consult + follow-up Zoom)
- Recipes: Six full months of dog food plans (6 × 28-day meal rotations)
- Extras: Enrichment activities, supplement guidance, and substitutions
Best for dogs with sensitivities, regulation challenges, or families ready to commit to a clear, supported long-term dog food and enrichment plan.
Build consistency that lasts—and give your dog the structure they need to thrive.
The Comprehensive Dog: Feeding & Enrichment Blueprint
The Most Complete Dog Food Program for Lasting Health & Confidence
This premium plan is built for long-term clarity, consistency, and peace of mind—giving you everything you need to support your dog’s health through every season.
Your personalized dog food meal plans go beyond ingredients—they help you reframe dog food as a key part of emotional and behavioral regulation.
Program Overview
You’ll receive 12 full months of rotation-ready dog food meal plans, personalized enrichment and regulation guidance, supplement support, and sourcing tips to help you stay confident and prepared.
Includes two weeks of direct coaching access to set you up for success:
- One private consult to launch your plan
- Slack/email access for questions during your first two weeks
- A 30-minute follow-up Zoom to fine-tune and adjust
What’s Included
- Coaching: Two weeks of direct support (consult + follow-up Zoom)
- Recipes: 12 full months of dog food plans (12 × 28-day rotations)
- Extras: Enrichment, regulation, supplement, and sourcing guidance
This plan is perfect for pet parents who want to feel grounded in their dog food routine—with expert insight at the start and a full year of done-for-you meal planning.
Start strong and stay supported—all year long.
The Ultimate Enrichment Guide
Paws, Brains & Fun
A practical, judgment-free dog enrichment guide for real-life dogs—and the humans who love them.
Tired of endlessly searching for enrichment ideas that actually work for your dog?
Paws, Brains & Fun was created for pet parents living with reactive, overstimulated, aging, or big-feeling dogs who need more than just a daily walk.
Inside the Guide, You’ll Find
- Low-prep enrichment activities using things you already have at home
- Trash-to-treasure games, calming routines, and low-movement options
- Expert guidance from a trainer and canine nutritionist
Whether you’re new to dog enrichment or just burned out on the same old sniff games, this guide will help you meet your dog’s emotional and physical needs—without adding stress to your plate.
Because a regulated, fulfilled dog is a happier, easier dog—and enrichment doesn’t have to be complicated to make a difference.
Start making enrichment simple, fun, and doable.
Transform Your Dog’s Behavior from Anywhere
Personalized, Play-Based Virtual Dog Training
Support that meets you where you are—literally.
Designed around your schedule and your dog’s unique needs, this fully virtual dog training program offers expert guidance, daily video feedback, and real-life results—no travel required.
Whether you're working through reactivity, big feelings, or just need help with manners and communication, we’ll build trust, confidence, and calm—one step at a time.
Train in a way that feels doable, personal, and built for real life.
Who These Programs Are For:
These personalized dog nutrition and enrichment plans are designed for dog guardians who want to support their pup’s health and behavior in real-life, practical ways:
- You feel overwhelmed by conflicting dog food and training advice and want clear, judgment-free guidance to make confident choices.
- You have a picky eater or a dog with allergies, digestive issues, anxiety, or low energy, and you’re ready to try species-appropriate feeding that actually works.
- You need realistic, affordable ways to improve your dog’s diet without wasting money on trendy supplements or overpriced products.
- You want simple, meaningful enrichment activities that reduce stress, build confidence, and support better behavior at home.
- You’re looking for expert support on feeding, enrichment, and daily routines—personalized for your dog and practical for real life.
Personalized Nutrition & Enrichment Support—Built for Real Life
Every dog is unique—and so are you. That’s why I offer four personalized dog nutrition and enrichment programs designed to meet your goals, your dog’s needs, and your daily routine.
This isn’t a template or a generic handout.
Each plan is fully customized to support your dog’s food, behavior, enrichment, and overall well-being in real life—not just on paper.
From improving gut health and addressing food sensitivities, to creating daily routines that reduce stress and build confidence, these programs are built around what truly matters: helping you and your dog thrive together in everyday life.
The Mini Bowl Blueprint
A starter plan with one personalized dog food rotation, simple enrichment ideas, and a 30-minute Zoom consult to walk you through it all.
✔️ Ideal for picky eaters, food sensitivities, or first-time fresh feeders.
The Balanced Dog Blueprint
More structure without the overwhelm. Includes three months of rotating meals, daily toppers, enrichment routines, supplement support, and two private coaching calls.
✔️ Great for reactivity, gut health, or pet parents who want clarity and rhythm in their dog’s routine.
The Comprehensive Dog Blueprint
Long-term structure with built-in flexibility. Includes six months of personalized dog food planning, enrichment strategies, supplement guidance, and two weeks of direct coaching support.
✔️ Perfect for dogs with regulation challenges, dietary changes, or evolving nutritional and behavioral needs.
The Full Year Plan
A full year of custom dog food meal plans, enrichment routines, and emotional support—plus two weeks of coaching, an initial consult, and a final Zoom review to close the loop.
✔️ Best for pet parents seeking year-round structure, clarity, and peace of mind while supporting behavior and gut health holistically.
Not Sure Which Plan Fits Best?
Schedule a consult and get matched with the option that fits your dog—and your life.
Because real change starts with understanding the dog in front of you—and what’s really happening in their bowl, brain, and body.
Welcome to The Dog Who Asked for More
Formerly know as Straight Up Dog Talk.
New Name. New Look. New Content!