EPISODE · May 19, 2026 · 46 MIN
163. Melissa McCue-McGrath, PACT-ATI, ABTC-ATI
from UNLEASHED (at work & home) with Colleen Pelar · host Colleen Pelar
Melissa McCue-McGrath has spent over 20 years as a dog trainer, and she's writing a book called The Misadventures of the World's Okayest Dog Trainer — which tells you something about how she holds this work. In this conversation, she talks about carrying old cases in your heart, the particular loneliness of a field where there's often no one to debrief with, and why "forgive yourself" might be the most important advice she has for any pet professional. If you've ever second-guessed a past decision or felt like you were the only one struggling, this one is for you. https://colleenpelar.com/163
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Melissa McCue-McGrath has spent over 20 years as a dog trainer, and she's writing a book called The Misadventures of the World's Okayest Dog Trainer — which tells you something about how she holds this work. In this conversation, she talks about carrying old cases in your heart, the particular loneliness of a field where there's often no one to debrief with, and why "forgive yourself" might be the most important advice she has for any pet professional. If you've ever second-guessed a past decision or felt like you were the only one struggling, this one is for you. https://colleenpelar.com/163
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163. Melissa McCue-McGrath, PACT-ATI, ABTC-ATI
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