The Dog Who Asked for More: Helping You Bond, Enrich, and Build a Calmer Life with Your Dog

Does your dog start to unravel on winter walks — sometimes before you even reach the door?Cold air, bundled strangers, early darkness, static shocks, broken routines. Winter adds layers of pressure that many sensitive or reactive dogs feel immediately — and it can make walks feel heavy, stressful, or impossible.In this episode of The Dog Who Asked for More, we talk about why stepping back from walks during certain seasons isn’t a failure — and why it might actually be a relief your dog needs. This conversation is about understanding thresholds, letting go of walk guilt, and finding other ways to support your dog when the outside world asks for more than they can give.In this episode, we explore:How winter stressors impact your dog’s nervous system and behaviorWhat it can look like to meet your dog’s needs without forcing daily walksSimple, low-pressure enrichment ideas you can do at home when walks aren’t supportiveThis episode touches on dog behavior, reactivity, winter routines, enrichment, and the emotional weight dog parents carry when traditional advice doesn’t fit real life.Press play if you’ve been questioning whether the walk is actually helping — and need permission to choose understanding over overwhelm.The Dog Who Asked for More — Extras & SupportLooking for more support beyond today’s episode?Free Mini Bowl BlueprintGet a free copy of the Mini Bowl Blueprint — a simple guide to adding supportive, low-stress nutrition to your dog’s meals without overwhelm.⁠https://tinyurl.com/minibowltdwafm⁠Free 15-Minute Call with EmNot sure what your dog actually needs right now? Book a free, no-pressure call to talk it through.⁠https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmbooknow⁠Free Community SupportEmail [email protected] to get in touch with Em or request access to the FREE Slack community for ongoing encouragement and support.⁠https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmslack⁠Want deeper, behind-the-scenes support?Join The Dog Who Asked for More on Patreon for bonus podcast content, extended nutrition conversations, and extra resources not shared publicly.Support the show and get access to the Extras on Patreon⁠https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmpatreon⁠Nutrition Support We TrustLooking to support your dog’s daily meals? Try PetMatRx supplements and save with code FITZ20.⁠https://tinyurl.com/PETMATRXtdwafm⁠This podcast explores life with dogs and life with pets, focusing on the dog–human bond and what it truly takes to understand and bond with your dog through dog body language, dog enrichment, behavior guidance, dog reactivity support, reactivity awareness, reactive dogs, reactive dog training, calming reactive dogs, dog training, dog training tips, training rescue dogs, pet training, dog obedience, dog behavior, dog behaviour, dog socialization, dog barking, dog habits, dog health, dog life, dog myths, and positive reinforcement for all dogs:  rescue dogs, velcro dogs, anxious dogs, reactive dogs, high-energy dogs, big-feeling dogs, and family pets, hosted by a canine nutritionist, nutrition coach, dog coach, dog coaching specialist, and retired vet tech, with episodes covering dog food, canine enrichment, dog training, dog nutrition, canine nutrition, dog gut health, dog grief, dog products, and science-backed routines that help dogs feel safer, healthier, calmer, and more understood while offering practical steps, enrichment ideas, behavior strategies, body language insights, and daily habits to support any dog and create a more confident, connected life with dogs.

Ever feel like you’re the only one struggling with a dog the world doesn’t quite know how to make space for?This episode is for the people whose lives quietly revolve around their dog — the planning, the scanning, the second-guessing, the emotional weight no one sees.Living with a dog who has big reactions isn’t just about barking or pulling on a leash. It’s the fear of triggers. The shame when things go sideways. The constant awareness of other people’s opinions. In this conversation, two dog guardians share what it’s really like to live inside that reality — without pretending it’s easy or neatly resolved.In this episode, we talk about:How trust grows when you stop fighting the moment and start working with itWhat daily life looks like navigating a busy city with a sensitive, reactive dogWhy community, shared language, and being understood matter just as much as trainingThis episode touches on dog behavior, reactivity, leash struggles, emotional burnout, and the quiet resilience it takes to keep showing up for a dog who asks for more.Press play if you need company more than answers — and a reminder that you’re not doing this wrong.The Dog Who Asked for More — Extras & SupportLooking for more support beyond today’s episode?Free Mini Bowl BlueprintGet a free copy of the Mini Bowl Blueprint — a simple guide to adding supportive, low-stress nutrition to your dog’s meals without overwhelm.⁠https://tinyurl.com/minibowltdwafm⁠Free 15-Minute Call with EmNot sure what your dog actually needs right now? Book a free, no-pressure call to talk it through.⁠https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmbooknow⁠Free Community SupportEmail [email protected] to get in touch with Em or request access to the FREE Slack community for ongoing encouragement and support.⁠https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmslack⁠Want deeper, behind-the-scenes support?Join The Dog Who Asked for More on Patreon for bonus podcast content, extended nutrition conversations, and extra resources not shared publicly.Support the show and get access to the Extras on Patreon⁠https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmpatreon⁠Nutrition Support We TrustLooking to support your dog’s daily meals? Try PetMatRx supplements and save with code FITZ20.⁠https://tinyurl.com/PETMATRXtdwafm⁠This podcast explores life with dogs and life with pets, focusing on the dog–human bond and what it truly takes to understand and bond with your dog through dog body language, dog enrichment, behavior guidance, dog reactivity support, reactivity awareness, reactive dogs, reactive dog training, calming reactive dogs, dog training, dog training tips, training rescue dogs, pet training, dog obedience, dog behavior, dog behaviour, dog socialization, dog barking, dog habits, dog health, dog life, dog myths, and positive reinforcement for all dogs:  rescue dogs, velcro dogs, anxious dogs, reactive dogs, high-energy dogs, big-feeling dogs, and family pets, hosted by a canine nutritionist, nutrition coach, dog coach, dog coaching specialist, and retired vet tech, with episodes covering dog food, canine enrichment, dog training, dog nutrition, canine nutrition, dog gut health, dog grief, dog products, and science-backed routines that help dogs feel safer, healthier, calmer, and more understood while offering practical steps, enrichment ideas, behavior strategies, body language insights, and daily habits to support any dog and create a more confident, connected life with dogs.

What if your dog’s “complete and balanced” food is actually part of the problem — and no one ever explained that to you?If you’ve ever stood in your kitchen wondering why your dog’s digestion feels off, their skin won’t settle, or their body just doesn’t seem comfortable — this episode is for you.In this conversation, Em shares the quiet truth about what’s really in your dog’s bowl, why so many well-meaning dog parents feel confused and overwhelmed by food choices, and how fear-based messaging around dog nutrition keeps people stuck. This isn’t about doing everything “right.” It’s about finally understanding what your dog has been asking for.You’ll hear:Why shelf-stable kibble and “complete and balanced” labels don’t always mean supportiveHow small, affordable fresh-food additions can support digestion, skin, and gut healthThe personal story of how one senior dog’s pancreatitis changed the way Em approached feeding — foreverThis episode covers dog nutrition, dog food myths, gut health, sensitive stomachs, and real-life feeding choices for dogs who need more support — without pressure, shame, or perfection.Press play if you’re ready to move from fear to clarity, and start feeding your dog in a way that actually feels supportive for both of you.The Dog Who Asked for More — Extras & SupportLooking for more support beyond today’s episode?Free Mini Bowl BlueprintGet a free copy of the Mini Bowl Blueprint — a simple guide to adding supportive, low-stress nutrition to your dog’s meals without overwhelm.⁠https://tinyurl.com/minibowltdwafm⁠Free 15-Minute Call with EmNot sure what your dog actually needs right now? Book a free, no-pressure call to talk it through.⁠https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmbooknow⁠Free Community SupportEmail [email protected] to get in touch with Em or request access to the FREE Slack community for ongoing encouragement and support.⁠https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmslack⁠Want deeper, behind-the-scenes support?Join The Dog Who Asked for More on Patreon for bonus podcast content, extended nutrition conversations, and extra resources not shared publicly.Support the show and get access to the Extras on Patreon⁠https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmpatreon⁠Nutrition Support We TrustLooking to support your dog’s daily meals? Try PetMatRx supplements and save with code FITZ20.⁠https://tinyurl.com/PETMATRXtdwafm⁠This podcast explores life with dogs and life with pets, focusing on the dog–human bond and what it truly takes to understand and bond with your dog through dog body language, dog enrichment, behavior guidance, dog reactivity support, reactivity awareness, reactive dogs, reactive dog training, calming reactive dogs, dog training, dog training tips, training rescue dogs, pet training, dog obedience, dog behavior, dog behaviour, dog socialization, dog barking, dog habits, dog health, dog life, dog myths, and positive reinforcement for all dogs:  rescue dogs, velcro dogs, anxious dogs, reactive dogs, high-energy dogs, big-feeling dogs, and family pets, hosted by a canine nutritionist, nutrition coach, dog coach, dog coaching specialist, and retired vet tech, with episodes covering dog food, canine enrichment, dog training, dog nutrition, canine nutrition, dog gut health, dog grief, dog products, and science-backed routines that help dogs feel safer, healthier, calmer, and more understood while offering practical steps, enrichment ideas, behavior strategies, body language insights, and daily habits to support any dog and create a more confident, connected life with dogs.

Does it ever feel like your dog is fine one second — and completely melting down the next?If your dog’s reactivity, shutdown, or overstimulation seems unpredictable or sudden, this episode will change how you see everything. The truth is: your dog isn’t random. They’re patterned. And when you learn how to read those subtle cues, you can step in before the behavior escalates — and help your dog feel safe, seen, and supported.In this episode:Discover the 3 core behavior patterns that show up before the barking, pacing, or pulling ever beginsLearn how to recognize your dog’s unique escalation, overload, and recovery signalsFind out how reading your dog’s patterns builds trust and regulation — more than any training cue ever couldPress play to learn how to stop reacting to meltdowns and start responding to the signs your dog is already giving you.The Dog Who Asked for More — Extras & SupportLooking for more support beyond today’s episode?Free Mini Bowl BlueprintGet a free copy of the Mini Bowl Blueprint — a simple guide to adding supportive, low-stress nutrition to your dog’s meals without overwhelm.⁠https://tinyurl.com/minibowltdwafm⁠Free 15-Minute Call with EmNot sure what your dog actually needs right now? Book a free, no-pressure call to talk it through.⁠https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmbooknow⁠Free Community SupportEmail [email protected] to get in touch with Em or request access to the FREE Slack community for ongoing encouragement and support.⁠https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmslack⁠Want deeper, behind-the-scenes support?Join The Dog Who Asked for More on Patreon for bonus podcast content, extended nutrition conversations, and extra resources not shared publicly.Support the show and get access to the Extras on Patreon⁠https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmpatreon⁠Nutrition Support We TrustLooking to support your dog’s daily meals? Try PetMatRx supplements and save with code FITZ20.⁠https://tinyurl.com/PETMATRXtdwafm⁠This podcast explores life with dogs and life with pets, focusing on the dog–human bond and what it truly takes to understand and bond with your dog through dog body language, dog enrichment, behavior guidance, dog reactivity support, reactivity awareness, reactive dogs, reactive dog training, calming reactive dogs, dog training, dog training tips, training rescue dogs, pet training, dog obedience, dog behavior, dog behaviour, dog socialization, dog barking, dog habits, dog health, dog life, dog myths, and positive reinforcement for all dogs:  rescue dogs, velcro dogs, anxious dogs, reactive dogs, high-energy dogs, big-feeling dogs, and family pets, hosted by a canine nutritionist, nutrition coach, dog coach, dog coaching specialist, and retired vet tech, with episodes covering dog food, canine enrichment, dog training, dog nutrition, canine nutrition, dog gut health, dog grief, dog products, and science-backed routines that help dogs feel safer, healthier, calmer, and more understood while offering practical steps, enrichment ideas, behavior strategies, body language insights, and daily habits to support any dog and create a more confident, connected life with dogs.

Tired of pet hair taking over your laundry, your furniture, and your life — no matter how much you brush or vacuum?In this episode, we sit down with Scott Grillo to uncover the origin story behind FurZapper, a simple yet powerful tool born from an accidental moment in a pet-filled home. If you're a pet parent frustrated by constant shedding and wasteful lint rollers, this conversation offers a refreshing, sustainable solution.In this episode:Discover how one clever innovation removes pet hair without adding extra work to your routine.Learn why many shedding solutions fail — and how user education and design make all the difference.Hear how better grooming and smart laundry tools can help you bond more with your pet (and stress less about the mess).Hit play to hear how one sticky little product is changing the lives (and laundry) of pet parents everywhere.The Dog Who Asked for More — Extras & SupportLooking for more support beyond today’s episode?Free Mini Bowl BlueprintGet a free copy of the Mini Bowl Blueprint — a simple guide to adding supportive, low-stress nutrition to your dog’s meals without overwhelm.https://tinyurl.com/minibowltdwafmFree 15-Minute Call with EmNot sure what your dog actually needs right now? Book a free, no-pressure call to talk it through.https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmbooknowFree Community SupportEmail [email protected] to get in touch with Em or request access to the FREE Slack community for ongoing encouragement and support.https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmslackWant deeper, behind-the-scenes support?Join The Dog Who Asked for More on Patreon for bonus podcast content, extended nutrition conversations, and extra resources not shared publicly.Support the show and get access to the Extras on Patreonhttps://tinyurl.com/tdwafmpatreonNutrition Support We TrustLooking to support your dog’s daily meals? Try PetMatRx supplements and save with code FITZ20.https://tinyurl.com/PETMATRXtdwafmThis podcast explores life with dogs and life with pets, focusing on the dog–human bond and what it truly takes to understand and bond with your dog through dog body language, dog enrichment, behavior guidance, dog reactivity support, reactivity awareness, reactive dogs, reactive dog training, calming reactive dogs, dog training, dog training tips, training rescue dogs, pet training, dog obedience, dog behavior, dog behaviour, dog socialization, dog barking, dog habits, dog health, dog life, dog myths, and positive reinforcement for all dogs:  rescue dogs, velcro dogs, anxious dogs, reactive dogs, high-energy dogs, big-feeling dogs, and family pets, hosted by a canine nutritionist, nutrition coach, dog coach, dog coaching specialist, and retired vet tech, with episodes covering dog food, canine enrichment, dog training, dog nutrition, canine nutrition, dog gut health, dog grief, dog products, and science-backed routines that help dogs feel safer, healthier, calmer, and more understood while offering practical steps, enrichment ideas, behavior strategies, body language insights, and daily habits to support any dog and create a more confident, connected life with dogs.