When I first started working with Michelle at The Rescued Pup, I was simply looking for help with a dog who had behavioral issues. What I didn’t expect was how deeply the experience would change my perspective on training—and how much it would impact my personal growth.
Before, I saw training as something I had to do to my dog: commands, corrections, and checklists. But through The Rescued Pup, I learned that training is truly a two-way relationship. It’s about communication, patience, and understanding. They focus not just on the what, but the why behind behaviors, which helped me build a stronger, more respectful bond with my dog.
Through this journey, I also realized that in order to help my dog thrive, I had to work on myself. I needed to be more consistent, calm, and intentional. That mindset shift was challenging—but knowing it benefits not just my dog, but all aspects of my life, keeps me moving forward. Training has truly opened Pandora’s box for me. It’s not always easy, but I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to grow—not just as an owner, but as a person.
In addition to training, The Rescued Pup has been an invaluable resource for nutrition and enrichment. Their guidance helped me customize my dogs’ diets and discover creative ways to meet their physical and mental needs.
I’ve always been drawn to rescue dogs—the less adoptable they were, the more they pulled at my heart. Michelle’s knowledge and diligence were life-changing, especially when I was caring for a dog with cancer. She recommended a veterinary oncologist, and with that support, my dog Kaiya lived nine happy, spoiled months—far beyond what anyone expected.
I’ll never forget how Michelle’s expertise helped me connect with my “soul dog,” Buddha. He had major behavioral issues due to poor early socialization, but through positive reinforcement and compassionate training, he transformed. Buddha was only with me a short time before crossing the rainbow bridge, but what he became—with Michelle’s help—left a lasting impression.
Her compassion and dedication go beyond rescue, training, and nutrition. The Rescued Pup isn’t just a place to shop or get advice—it’s about education, connection, and truly understanding our pets.
I’m forever grateful. It’s a journey of mutual growth and deep, lasting understanding that continues to evolve.
