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Atlas Canine PNW Helping educate owners to achieve a more enriched & fulfilling partnership with their dog.

10/16/2025

Taking the long way & loving the journey with him. ❤️

I’d be lying if I told you I haven’t doubted the process and taking the long way. I’d be lying if I told you I haven’t felt “behind” when I see other people with dogs farther along, in less time. I’d be lying if I said it’s easy to trust the process, but here I am. People will think “yeah, but you’re a dog trainer.” You’re right, I am. I’m also human and Detection is newer to me and I’m continuing to learn a new skill and train an Explosives Detection dog at the same time. Just because I’m a trainer doesn’t mean I’m immune to the doubts and questioning the process of something new. Honestly, I’m still always questioning things and processes with pet dogs in the way of growth. Don’t stop challenging yourself. Just because it looks easy for someone, doesn’t mean it has been. Don’t get stuck inside a comfortable box either-learn something new. I absolutely LOVE learning Detection. I love watching the dogs use their natural abilities and channeling those.

Thanks to for knowledge & putting on great seminars and for help/coaching and knowledge in my journey. Huge thanks to Kerstin for pulling Bagel 🥯 Boi from the CA shelter for me, hours before he was euthanized. .tap.craig also had some good tips too that I implemented that were super helpful. .shepherd.girl because I know if I ever need to bounce ideas around, I can. My good friend Kelly also for spoiling Bagel 🥯 Boi (she spoils all my dogs)& being his biggest cheerleader (besides me-haha).
I haven’t done this alone…hardly anyone has.

We’re not there yet-we’ve still got a ways to go, but I’m thoroughly enjoying the challenge and the process.

10/13/2025

Bagel Boi is in his rags to riches, redlist to rockstar journey.

Just Hours from being euthanized & now training for Explosives Detection.

I’m really happy with him, his progress & enjoying this journey with him. He is a super cool dog. Someone didn’t know what they had!

09/10/2025

Nature is good for you AND your dog!

If you know me, you know I’m a huge proponent to getting outside with your dog! Even finding a big school or park field will work, get a sniff spot, go hiking (responsibly…which means on a longline if your dog doesn’t recall).

A lot of behavioral issues start to dissipate when dogs get Nature time regular fulfillment getting to explore and be a dog!

Welcome Rufus!Rufus is a 1 1/2yr old Black Lab who will be joining us for the next 3 weeks to dial in his leash walking ...
06/29/2024

Welcome Rufus!

Rufus is a 1 1/2yr old Black Lab who will be joining us for the next 3 weeks to dial in his leash walking skills (especially next to a stroller to make moms life easier), basic obedience & just being in a calmer state of mind, as he’s got some anxiety to work thru.

Be sure to follow along on Rufus’ journey!

Welcome Kali!Kali is a 5 1/2 month old Boxer, Pit, Shepherd & “Super Mutt” mix. She is joining us for our 2 week Puppy P...
06/10/2024

Welcome Kali!

Kali is a 5 1/2 month old Boxer, Pit, Shepherd & “Super Mutt” mix. She is joining us for our 2 week Puppy Program to learn the basics and confidence building.

She does present with a whole lotta anxiety and some dog reactivity as well.

She is a super sweet and cute little gal. Be sure to follow along on her journey!

Welcome Reggie!Reggie is 3 years old and is a Staffy/Boston/Frenchie mix and will be joining us the next few weeks to wo...
06/01/2024

Welcome Reggie!

Reggie is 3 years old and is a Staffy/Boston/Frenchie mix and will be joining us the next few weeks to work on her basic obedience and recall as well as some fear reactivity/stranger danger she has. She is going to benefit from rebuilding a foundation & her mom is excited to learn a new way of living with her!

Be sure to follow along on Miss Reggie’s journey!

Did you know you can get some raw food toppers at your local grocery store? If you don’t want to or can’t switch to raw ...
05/26/2024

Did you know you can get some raw food toppers at your local grocery store?

If you don’t want to or can’t switch to raw food completely but still want to give your dog the benefit of having some raw food in their diet, check out your meat department at your local grocery store!

You can usually find something you can add to your dogs meals.

Here I have added:
•Chicken foot
•Beef Heart
•Chicken Heart
•Chicken Gizzards
•Chicken Liver
•Egg Yolk
•Spoonful of Pumpkin
•Spoonful of Plain Greek yogurt

Kibble: Farmina Cod, Pumpkin & Orange

It doesn’t have to be fancy!

Welcome our new foster pup, Badger 🦡! Badger is listed as a 3yr old Spaniel Mix who was pulled by  from  . He just arriv...
05/24/2024

Welcome our new foster pup, Badger 🦡!

Badger is listed as a 3yr old Spaniel Mix who was pulled by from .

He just arrived from Cali this afternoon & so far is a sweet and chill little dude. He is a gem of a dog with a super cute underbite to boot.

He will be available for adoption soon thru . In the meantime, be sure to follow along on his foster journey!

Welcome Hooper!Hooper is a 1yr old Boston Terrier who will be joining us the next few weeks to learn how to be a good bo...
04/07/2024

Welcome Hooper!

Hooper is a 1yr old Boston Terrier who will be joining us the next few weeks to learn how to be a good boy!

Little dude will be learning how to chill, work on some impulse control, general obedience & recall while he’s here with us.

Be sure to follow along for Hooper’s journey!

Welcome Ozzie!Ozzie is a 2yr old Cattle dog mix. He will be joining us the next few weeks to work on his general obedien...
03/23/2024

Welcome Ozzie!

Ozzie is a 2yr old Cattle dog mix. He will be joining us the next few weeks to work on his general obedience/manners as well as learning place and of course, recall.

Follow along for Ozzie’s training journey!

Welcome Athena!Athena is an 11 month old Boxer who her mom describes as “Hell on Wheels.”Not the greatest picture of her...
03/11/2024

Welcome Athena!

Athena is an 11 month old Boxer who her mom describes as “Hell on Wheels.”

Not the greatest picture of her but trying to get this girl to stay still for 5 seconds for a quick photo was near impossible today.

She is here for the next few weeks to learn how to be a good dog for her mom, working on recall, leash skills, finding a chill button and overall manners. She also likes to countersurf at home.

Be sure to follow along!

H E A L T HJust like in Humans, health is an important piece of the puzzle. Without good health, what do we really even ...
03/04/2024

H E A L T H

Just like in Humans, health is an important piece of the puzzle. Without good health, what do we really even have?

Many dogs in society are overweight/obese and have well intentioned owners. They follow the feed instructions on the bag or give their dogs treats to show love.

HINT: dog food companies make more money the more you feed and the more you have to buy. There’s also a wide range in those measurements.

Watch your dogs body composition. If they are more active, up their food if necessary. If they are less active, decrease their food as necessary.

I never use the back of the bag instructions as my end all be all. I watch my dogs body condition and adjust the food accordingly.

Every dog is different, just like us humans. They metabolize different, their activity levels are different. It’s not a one size fits all type of approach.

Excess weight in your dog can shorten your dogs life by a couple years, as well as put them at increased risk for many health issues. More health issues mean more vet visits which means it costs you more money.

Not only that, but it can take YEARS off your dogs life.

I don’t know about you, but I want mine to live as long as possible.

You don’t have to feed the fanciest food. Can’t afford high quality or raw? That’s ok. Just keep an eye on the body condition.

Your dog should have a tuck on its underline and a waist. You should barely be able to see/feel ribs.

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