Raising Wolves
Raising Wolves
WHEN EVERYTHING FEELS LIKE TOO MUCH: LEARNING TO LEAD A REACTIVE DOG
Reactive dogs do not need a perfect world. They need a calm leader. If you have ever been on a turbulent flight, you already understand this. When the plane shakes, drops, or rattles, most passengers do the same thing: they look up. They scan the faces of the flight crew. Are they calm? Are they smiling? Are they moving normally? If the crew is relaxed and composed, passengers settle. It must not be an issue. Dogs do the exact same thing. You Are the Flight Crew. Your Dog Is the Passenger. Dogs do not experience the world through logic or explanation. They experience it through sensation, instinct, and emotion. When something feels unpredictable or overwhelming, they look to their steward for information. For many reactive dogs, everyday life feels...
WHEN EVERYTHING FEELS LIKE TOO MUCH: LEARNING TO LEAD A REACTIVE DOG
Reactive dogs do not need a perfect world. They need a calm leader. If you have ever been on a turbulent flight, you already understand this. When the plane shakes, drops, or rattles, most passengers do the same thing: they look up. They scan the faces of the flight crew. Are they calm? Are they smiling? Are they moving normally? If the crew is relaxed and composed, passengers settle. It must not be an issue. Dogs do the exact same thing. You Are the Flight Crew. Your Dog Is the Passenger. Dogs do not experience the world through logic or explanation. They experience it through sensation, instinct, and emotion. When something feels unpredictable or overwhelming, they look to their steward for information. For many reactive dogs, everyday life feels...
FEED THE BEAST PT. II: REAL FOOD FOR REAL DOGS
Dogs are omnivorous carnivores, meaning their bodies are built for meat first, supported by natural fats and limited plant matter. The closer you feed to this ancestral model, the stronger your dog’s body and mind will be. Start with these essentials: Quality Animal ProteinThe core of every meal. Choose real meat like beef, lamb, venison, chicken, or fish. Protein builds strength, repairs muscle, and fuels focus. Healthy FatsSupport energy, skin, and brain function. Look for natural sources like salmon, sardines, eggs, or flaxseed oil. Fresh VegetablesAdd fibre, vitamins, and antioxidants. Use ingredients like pumpkin, broccoli, carrots, and spinach; lightly cooked or pureed for better digestion. Whole Carbohydrates (Optional)Dogs don’t need carbs, but small amounts of oats, sweet potato, or brown rice can provide steady energy for active dogs. Natural SupplementsBone...
FEED THE BEAST PT. II: REAL FOOD FOR REAL DOGS
Dogs are omnivorous carnivores, meaning their bodies are built for meat first, supported by natural fats and limited plant matter. The closer you feed to this ancestral model, the stronger your dog’s body and mind will be. Start with these essentials: Quality Animal ProteinThe core of every meal. Choose real meat like beef, lamb, venison, chicken, or fish. Protein builds strength, repairs muscle, and fuels focus. Healthy FatsSupport energy, skin, and brain function. Look for natural sources like salmon, sardines, eggs, or flaxseed oil. Fresh VegetablesAdd fibre, vitamins, and antioxidants. Use ingredients like pumpkin, broccoli, carrots, and spinach; lightly cooked or pureed for better digestion. Whole Carbohydrates (Optional)Dogs don’t need carbs, but small amounts of oats, sweet potato, or brown rice can provide steady energy for active dogs. Natural SupplementsBone...
FIVE DAILY RITUALS THAT SHAPE A LOYAL, WELL-MANNERED DOG
You don’t need to overhaul your life to create a well-mannered, loyal companion. Mealtimes, doorways, play sessions, bursts of freedom, those everyday obedience cues; these interactions are already happening. With a few intentional shifts, they become powerful rituals that shape behaviour and build the bond. These 5 daily rituals forge the foundation of impulse control, respect, and trust: 1. THE MEALTIME RITUAL Food is powerful.It can fuel chaos or it can reinforce calm. Before each meal, have your dog sit and hold still as you place their bowl down.They maintain eye contact.They wait for your release.They earn the moment. This builds impulse control and reminds them: All good things come through you. 2. THE 'BARRIER TO ENTRY' RITUAL Doors. Couches. Affection. Freedom.Every reward becomes an opportunity for manners. Ask for a...
FIVE DAILY RITUALS THAT SHAPE A LOYAL, WELL-MANNERED DOG
You don’t need to overhaul your life to create a well-mannered, loyal companion. Mealtimes, doorways, play sessions, bursts of freedom, those everyday obedience cues; these interactions are already happening. With a few intentional shifts, they become powerful rituals that shape behaviour and build the bond. These 5 daily rituals forge the foundation of impulse control, respect, and trust: 1. THE MEALTIME RITUAL Food is powerful.It can fuel chaos or it can reinforce calm. Before each meal, have your dog sit and hold still as you place their bowl down.They maintain eye contact.They wait for your release.They earn the moment. This builds impulse control and reminds them: All good things come through you. 2. THE 'BARRIER TO ENTRY' RITUAL Doors. Couches. Affection. Freedom.Every reward becomes an opportunity for manners. Ask for a...
FEED THE BEAST PT. I: FOODS THAT ARE BAD FOR DOGS
A loyal companion deserves the same respect in their diet as in their training. While dogs have adapted to modern life, their bodies remain guided by their ancestry. Knowing what to avoid is part of your role as their protector. Some foods that seem harmless in a human kitchen can be seriously toxic to dogs. These are the main ones to keep off the menu: CHOCOLATEContains theobromine and caffeine, both toxic to dogs. Dark and baking chocolates are most dangerous. ONIONS, GARLIC, LEEKS, AND CHIVESCommon in stews and leftovers. Even small amounts can damage red blood cells and cause anemia. GRAPES AND RAISINSFound in muesli bars, fruit cakes, and snacks. Can trigger sudden kidney failure. XYLITOL (ARTIFICIAL SWEETENER)Found in sugar-free gum, peanut butter, and protein bars. Causes hypoglycemia and liver...
FEED THE BEAST PT. I: FOODS THAT ARE BAD FOR DOGS
A loyal companion deserves the same respect in their diet as in their training. While dogs have adapted to modern life, their bodies remain guided by their ancestry. Knowing what to avoid is part of your role as their protector. Some foods that seem harmless in a human kitchen can be seriously toxic to dogs. These are the main ones to keep off the menu: CHOCOLATEContains theobromine and caffeine, both toxic to dogs. Dark and baking chocolates are most dangerous. ONIONS, GARLIC, LEEKS, AND CHIVESCommon in stews and leftovers. Even small amounts can damage red blood cells and cause anemia. GRAPES AND RAISINSFound in muesli bars, fruit cakes, and snacks. Can trigger sudden kidney failure. XYLITOL (ARTIFICIAL SWEETENER)Found in sugar-free gum, peanut butter, and protein bars. Causes hypoglycemia and liver...
THE DESCENDANT OF WOLVES ORIGIN STORY: MADE FOR THE MODERN PACK
I started Descendant of Wolves to honour the bond between human and dog. When Eddie, my German Shepherd, came into my life, I struggled to find gear that matched his strength, drive, and loyalty. Everything felt overdesigned or underbuilt. Nothing that truly respected what dogs like him represent. So I began creating my own. Every collar, lead, and tool I design is made with purpose. Built to perform, endure, and strengthen the trust between handler and dog. This brand is for those who don’t just own dogs, but lead them; in training, on the job, or through everyday life. Eddie is still my reminder of what this brand stands for: loyalty, leadership, and respect. Those values shape every decision I make, both in design and in life. From my small...
THE DESCENDANT OF WOLVES ORIGIN STORY: MADE FOR THE MODERN PACK
I started Descendant of Wolves to honour the bond between human and dog. When Eddie, my German Shepherd, came into my life, I struggled to find gear that matched his strength, drive, and loyalty. Everything felt overdesigned or underbuilt. Nothing that truly respected what dogs like him represent. So I began creating my own. Every collar, lead, and tool I design is made with purpose. Built to perform, endure, and strengthen the trust between handler and dog. This brand is for those who don’t just own dogs, but lead them; in training, on the job, or through everyday life. Eddie is still my reminder of what this brand stands for: loyalty, leadership, and respect. Those values shape every decision I make, both in design and in life. From my small...
POTTY TRAINING YOUR PUPPY: THE TETHERED APPROACH THAT ACTUALLY WORKS
Potty training is about creating habits, managing their environment, and rewarding success at the right time. With the right tools and consistency, it doesn’t have to be a battle.
POTTY TRAINING YOUR PUPPY: THE TETHERED APPROACH THAT ACTUALLY WORKS
Potty training is about creating habits, managing their environment, and rewarding success at the right time. With the right tools and consistency, it doesn’t have to be a battle.