Welcome to 🍪 The Cookie Monster Chronicles
Our behind-the-bowl blog! Here you’ll find bite-sized stories, expert tips, personal pup lessons, and advice straight from the training mat (and the cookie kitchen).
Whether you're here for behavior help or baking inspiration — you’re part of the pack now.
Real stories. Real dogs. Real solutions.
Why Finding a Good Vet Matters: Phoenix’s Story & Real Tips for Pet Parents
“One night, Phoenix was fine. The next morning, her ear was swollen like a balloon — and her mom’s heart sank. With no vet in reach financially, she did what any loving pet parent would do: she tried everything she could. This is a raw, real look at why choosing the right vet matters, how hard it can be when help feels out of reach, and what every dog parent should know before an emergency hits.”
— from The Cookie Monster Chronicles
From Pup to Protector: Raising a House Full of Guardians
Raising a dog to be both a loyal companion and a protective guardian takes more than obedience—it takes trust, structure, and purpose. What started with my first pup, Kimbo, turned into a full pack of three powerful, respectful, and incredibly intuitive dogs. From alert barks at the door to staying calm around strangers, our journey has been built on balance. This is the story of how I trained my dogs to be family first—and fierce when
— from The Cookie Monster Chronicles: From Pup to Protector: Raising a House Full of Guardians
When Kibble Fails: Our Homemade Journey to Health
When I brought Kimbo home, I never imagined the struggle we’d face just to find food that wouldn’t make him sick. After countless vet visits, patchy fur, and red, itchy skin, we finally found a solution — homemade meals and treats made with love (and lots of research). With the help of a compassionate vet and a whole lot of baking, Kimbo went from suffering to thriving — and changed the way I care for all my dogs since.
— from The Cookie Monster Chronicles