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The Dog Who Asked for More For dog parents who feel overwhelmed. Real life with dogs who feel like a lot. If you’ve ever felt stuck, exhausted, or unsure where to start, you’re not alone.

Honest conversations about behavior struggles, feeding confusion, and building nervous system clarity — without shame or pressure. The Dog Who Asked for More is a judgment-free space for overwhelmed dog parents navigating reactivity, behavior struggles, enrichment needs, and dog food confusion. Hosted by Emily Breslin—dog trainer, canine nutritionist, and retired vet tech—the podcast blends real stories with practical, compassionate guidance for big-feeling dogs and the humans who love them. This community exists to help you understand your dog, support their emotional needs, and build a calmer, more connected life together. New episodes every Monday & Wednesday.

05/26/2026

We talk about nutrition, behavior, enrichment…

But what if we’re missing something way more basic?

In this episode, we’re diving into:

👉 Why light might be one of the most overlooked pieces of your dog’s health
👉 How being indoors (almost all the time) is affecting our dogs more than we realize
👉 And what happens when you start supporting their body in a completely different way

Because sometimes it’s not about doing more…

It’s about realizing what’s been missing the whole time.

Episode drops tomorrow!

If you want the episode, comment your favorite platform (Apple, Spotify, YouTube, etc.) and I’ll send you the link.

05/07/2026

Most people don’t question their dog’s food…
until something goes wrong.

In this episode, we’re talking about:

👉 Why so many dogs struggle with gut issues, allergies, and “picky eating”
👉 What’s actually behind the pet food industry
👉 And how your dog’s food connects to their behavior, energy, and overall health

Because this isn’t just about what your dog eats—
it’s about how they feel.

And sometimes the thing you’re trying to “fix”…
starts in their bowl.

If you want the link to part 1 of this awesome episode with comment your favorite platform (Apple, Spotify, YouTube, etc.) and I’ll send you the link.

04/29/2026

You’re not doing anything wrong. 💛 The pet food space is genuinely confusing — and doing your best still deserves credit. This week’s guest, Jodi from , reminds us that small changes add up, better doesn’t have to mean perfect, and we’re all learning together. 🎙️ Now streaming every where you give your favorite podcasts!

04/26/2026

Is your dog exhausting you? Not because you’re doing it wrong — because nobody’s giving you the real conversation. That’s why I built this podcast. And now I’m trying to take it on the road. GoFundMe in bio if you want to help make it happen. 🐾

04/21/2026
04/14/2026

Loving a dog with ongoing health issues is exhausting.

Not just physically—
mentally.

Because nothing adds up.

The symptoms don’t match.
The answers don’t come.
And you start wondering if you’re the problem.

Maya was waking up every 2–3 hours…
sleeping in the hallway…
running outside in the middle of the night while her dog got sick again.

Vet visits. Tests. No answers.

Until one moment changed everything—
a specialist, one extra test… and finally, a diagnosis.

Within days?

A different dog.

Not because she tried harder—
but because she didn’t give up.

This is your reminder:

👉 It’s not always “just behavior”
👉 Gut health and underlying issues matter
👉 Advocating for your dog is not “too much”

If you’re in that place right now—

You’re not crazy.
You’re paying attention.

And that matters.

If you need help connecting the dots with your dog’s food, gut health, or behavior, comment “QUIZ” and I’ll send it to you.

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