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Discover science-backed advice about dog enrichment, pet health and care, product reviews, DIY tutorials, and dog-friendly travel guides – all from my 12+ years of experience in the pet industry and professional certifications in canine enrichment and pet first aid.
Want to turn your passion for pets into a career? My award-winning podcast has 340+ episodes about growing your pet business. You’ll see show notes featured throughout these posts, along with insights from my work with hundreds of petpreneurs in Wear Wag Repeat Society.
A road trip with your dog isn’t just about where you’re going. It’s about making the journey part of the adventure. Are you planning a road trip with your dog? We all picture the fun they’ll have when you get to your destination. But what about fun along the journey?...
Are you looking for creative, budget-friendly ways to keep your dog mentally stimulated? As a Certified Canine Enrichment Technician and lifelong DIYer, I’ve created and tested dozens of dog enrichment toys over the years. In this post, I share 10 of the best budget...
Looking for an easy and fun DIY enrichment activity for your dog? In this post, I’ll walk you through one of my favorite homemade games: muffin tin dog enrichment. It’s quick to set up, affordable (you probably already have the supplies!), and helps boost your dog’s...
If you've been told "just use a Kong" for dog enrichment but your pup isn't food motivated, has dietary restrictions, or gets too excited around treats, you're not alone. And you're definitely not out of options! I have Labradors, and they'll do anything for food. But...
Is your senior dog spending more time lounging on the couch than they did in their younger days? What about signs of boredom like barking more, licking, or acting lethargic? Just because your dog is older doesn't mean their life should be boring! In this post, I'll...
Welcome to the very first installment of my Petpreneur Profile series! When it comes to interviewing business owners in the pet industry, this year I want to shake things up. After interviewing hundreds of amazing pet professionals on my podcast (including today's...
I've partnered with a new subscription box called Pup O'Clock as their official Canine Enrichment Specialist! I'm thrilled about this collaboration that brings dog enrichment activities to families across the country. In this post, I'll walk you through everything you...
In December 2024, I found out my dog has a giant mass on her spleen and a type of cancer called hemangiosarcoma. This came as a big shock to me. I feel so lucky that I've worked in the pet industry for over 12 years and have made so many contacts and connections who...
When you look for ways to provide enrichment for dogs, you'll find all kinds of puzzles, toys, treats, and games. As a certified Canine Enrichment Specialist with over a decade of experience in dog nutrition and enrichment, I love to see pet parents getting curious...
Want to know how a fashion-loving social media manager turned a dog mom hobby blog into a thriving six-figure pet industry business? Whether you're a current pet blogger or dreaming of starting your own pet care business, grab a cup of coffee (and maybe a stuffed...
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Tori Mistick is a certified canine enrichment specialist and multimedia creator who teaches simple, science-based ways to ease your dog’s boredom and anxiety. As seen in The Wall Street Journal and Good Morning America. Tori has been blogging about dogs since 2013.
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Inspired by Lucy, a certified therapy dog, and Burt, a 14-year-old Chocolate Lab who loves Barn Hunt. Lucy’s legacy is the foundation of this blog, while Burt is still here, helping test enrichment ideas for senior dogs.
