Struggling to get your dog to calm down—especially on rainy days, during chaotic holidays, or in seasons of burnout?
In this relatable solo episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em shares 7 real-life indoor enrichment games that support your dog’s behavior, nervous system, and emotional needs—without relying on long walks, fancy tools, or high energy from you. These tools are especially powerful if you're living with a reactive, overwhelmed, or high-energy dog who doesn’t always thrive on traditional structure.
You’ll learn:
• How to shift from overstimulation (like fetch) to regulation-based enrichment
• Simple, practical games that build calm, confidence, and connection
• Why stillness—not movement—is sometimes exactly what your dog needs
Tune in for grounded, gentle strategies that help both you and your dog reset—especially when walks aren’t realistic or helpful.
These activities are made for real life. The messy middle. The burnout days. The dogs who feel like too much—and the humans who love them.

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This podcast explores real-life dog behavior and training, diving into reactivity, barking, dog anxiety, aggression, picky eating, gut health, and dog food—while unpacking enrichment, mental stimulation, supplements, calming aids, and holistic pet wellness. Whether you’re raising a rescue dog, supporting a senior dog, managing a velcro dog, or just navigating life with a dog who’s asking for more, you’ll find practical tools to build trust, strengthen communication, and create a safe, thriving life together.