Paws And Profits With Karen Laws

How Food, Gut Health, and Dog Behaviour Are Connected with Dr. Judy Morgan

What your dog eats may be affecting far more than their digestion. In this episode of Paws and Profits, Karen Laws welcomes Dr. Judy Morgan, an integrative veterinarian, author, speaker, and founder of Naturally Healthy Pets, for a fascinating conversation about the connection between diet, gut health, behaviour, and long-term wellness in dogs. Karen and Dr. Judy discuss: • How diet can influence dog behaviour • Why gut health and the microbiome matter • The connection between anxiety, aggression, and inflammation • Why species appropriate feeding deserves a closer look • The problem with relying only on highly processed food • How food therapy can support different dog personalities • Why senior dogs may need a different nutritional approach • The importance of advocating for your dog at the vet • How training, nutrition, health, and personality all work together. This episode is for dog owners and dog trainers who want to look beyond surface behaviour and better understand what may be happening inside the dog. Because sometimes the behaviour problem is not just a training problem. Annoying, but true.

What Every Dog Owner Should Do After Finding a Tick

You found a tick on your dog. Now what? In this episode of Paws and Profits, we walk through what dog owners should do after finding a tick, without panic, guesswork, or questionable backyard remedies. Because yes, the internet has opinions, and not all of them should be trusted near your dog. We’ll cover how to remove a tick safely, what not to put on it, why timing matters, how to dispose of it properly, and what signs to watch for after a tick bite. We’ll also talk about why prevention matters, especially as ticks become more active across Ontario and many parts of Canada. This episode is practical, calm, and straight to the point. The goal is not to scare you. It is to help you know what to do before you are standing there with a tick, a pair of tweezers, and mild regret. Tune in to learn how to handle ticks safely and make a clear plan for protecting your dog. Download the guide Now! https://stan.store/KarenLaws/p/tick-prevention-for-dogs

Found a Tick on Your Dog? Here Is What to Do Next

Tick prevention used to feel simple. Now, not so much. Ticks are showing up earlier, staying active longer, and becoming a concern in more areas across Ontario and Canada. That leaves many dog owners stuck between two strong opinions: use commercial veterinary products, or go the natural route. In this episode of Paws and Profits, Karen breaks down the practical side of natural versus commercial tick prevention for dogs. No fear tactics. No internet shouting match. Just a clear look at risk, safety, consistency, and what actually works in real life.  You’ll learn: What ticks are and why they matter Why tick season is lasting longer The difference between commercial and natural prevention Why “natural” does not always mean safe Why commercial products still need to be chosen thoughtfully How your dog’s lifestyle, location, health, and routine affect your decision Why tick checks still matter, no matter what prevention method you choose How to build a prevention plan you can actually follow The real question is not whether natural or commercial is “better.” The better question is whether your dog is actually protected. Because ticks do not care about opinions, trends, or Facebook comment sections. Rude, but true.

Reactive dog owners NEED to hear this

What do you do when your dog reacts before you even have time to prepare? In this episode, we’re breaking down one of the most frustrating parts of living with a reactive dog: those moments when your dog barks, lunges, or explodes before you can step in. You’ll learn why reactions happen so quickly, the subtle warning signs most owners miss, and how to shift your focus from “fixing” the reaction to preventing it before it starts. We’ll cover: * Why timing matters more than perfect obedience * The biggest mistake reactive dog owners make * How to recognize triggers earlier * What to do in the critical seconds before a reaction * Simple strategies to help you stay calmer and more prepared on walks If you’ve ever felt embarrassed, overwhelmed, or like you’re always one step behind your dog’s reactions, this episode will help you approach things with more clarity and confidence. Because progress with reactive dogs doesn’t start after the reaction — it starts before it.

The Best Dog Walkers Have the Worst Stories — Here's How They Bounced Back

Whether you're a dog owner questioning your skills, a professional walker shaken after a tough client walk, or just starting out and wondering if this is really for you — this episode is your reset button. We talk through what actually causes walks to go wrong, how to stop the confidence bleed, and why the best walkers aren't the ones who never struggle — they're the ones who know how to bounce back. If you want your walks to feel more organized, less emotional, and easier for your dog to follow, The Great Stroll [https://jcrvcgg3lwqo47oxm2q3.app.clientclub.net/courses/offers/b05a919d-01aa-4e5b-8c3b-1b27d0fda99a] will help you build the kind of leash walking foundation that makes calm leadership much more natural.And if you are a trainer who wants to get better at teaching owners how to lead without tension, noise, or confusion, that is exactly the kind of work we do inside TRIBE [https://thedogtrainertribeacademy.thinkific.com/courses/the-dog-trainer-tribe].