We kicked off the week with a bit of a stir! We sat down with Dylan Jones, a trainer who was recently (and arguably unfairly) labeled the "cancer of the dog training space" by an industry veteran. Dylan didn't back down; he joined the podcast to argue that showing your work should be the industry's #1 priority.

His take? Let the results speak for themselves. After all, if you aren't willing to show the proof, do you truly have the dogs' best interests at heart?

Next up, we spent some time with Paul Connelly, a true veteran in the game. Paul runs a facility with four trainers and brought a massive amount of heart to the conversation. He shared his deep-rooted love for the dog training industry and reminded us all why we started this journey in the first place. It was a refreshing dose of passion and experience.

The big news: Our Skool community is officially live! This is a fitness-based space dedicated to helping our pups get stronger and healthier. Whether you're looking to manage weight, build muscle, or boost confidence, we’ve got you covered. The best part? It’s designed for every stage of life—from playful puppies and active adults to seniors and dogs recovering from past injuries.

Every week, we’ll share bite-sized insights and snippets designed to build community, spark ideas, and help us all elevate together. If you enjoyed this newsletter, pass it along to a friend or reply directly—we’re a small and growing business, and your feedback truly means the world to us.

Until next week,
Andrew from Doggie Stoic