I'm grateful to be able to contribute a behavior consultant's perspective to conversations around canine behavior, everyday life with dogs, and the relationships we build with them!
I'm grateful to be able to contribute a behavior consultant's perspective to conversations around canine behavior, everyday life with dogs, and the relationships we build with them!
Patch Neighbor News
Published October 19, 2026 by Jackie Schatell
Halloween Has Gone to the Dogs: 5 Ways to Handle Barking When Trick-or-Treaters Come Knocking
Leah explains what may be behind Halloween barking and offers five ways to help dogs feel safer when trick-or-treaters come to the door.
Newsweek
Published October 13, 2026 by Liz O'Connell
“Should New Parents Get a Puppy? Experts Weigh the Pros and Cons”
Leah is quoted alongside other experts on what new parents should consider before bringing a puppy home, including the needs of both the baby and the dog.
Don't Worry, He's Friendly Blog
Published October 12, 2026 by Macey Wolfer
"Should I Adopt a Reactive Dog? Experts Share Their Advice."
Leah offers perspective on shelter resources, choosing a good fit, and making life more manageable when a newly adopted dog is struggling.
Suburban Essex Magazine
Published October 1, 2026 by Jackie Schatell
"West Orange Resident Breaks Down Barriers for Deaf Dog Owners"
A profile of Leah’s work to make dog-training support more accessible to Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing clients
Positively Podcast with Victoria Stilwell
Publication date: May 27, 2025 by Victoria Stilwell
Episode 206: Changing the Industry One Sign at a Time
Leah Bornstein and Neika Smessaert join Victoria Stilwell to talk about dog training education and building a more inclusive industry. Watch on Youtube!
The Daily Moth
Publication date: February 24, 2025 by Callie Frye
"Online Dog Training Courses in ASL"
Leah is interviewed about her online dog-training courses, which are accessible in both American Sign Language (ASL) and English.
IssueWire
Publication date: January 7, 2025 by IssueWire
"Born to Be Dog Training Launches Game-Changing Online Academy"
The announcement covers the launch of Leah’s online dog-training courses in ASL and spoken English.
Newsweek
Published October 13, 2026 by Liz O'Connell
“Should New Parents Get a Puppy? Experts Weigh the Pros and Cons”
Leah is quoted alongside other experts on what new parents should consider before bringing a puppy home, including the needs of both the baby and the dog.
Don't Worry, He's Friendly Blog
Published October 12, 2026 by Macey Wolfer
"Should I Adopt a Reactive Dog? Experts Share Their Advice."
Leah offers perspective on shelter resources, choosing a good fit, and making life more manageable when a newly adopted dog is struggling.
Suburban Essex Magazine
Published October 1, 2026 by Jackie Schatell
"West Orange Resident Breaks Down Barriers for Deaf Dog Owners"
A profile of Leah’s work to make dog-training support more accessible to Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing clients
Positively Podcast with Victoria Stilwell
Publication date: May 27, 2025 by Victoria Stilwell
Episode 206: Changing the Industry One Sign at a Time
Leah Bornstein and Neika Smessaert join Victoria Stilwell to talk about dog training education and building a more inclusive industry. Watch on Youtube!
The Daily Moth
Publication date: February 24, 2025 by Callie Frye
"Online Dog Training Courses in ASL"
Leah is interviewed about her online dog-training courses, which are accessible in both American Sign Language (ASL) and English.
IssueWire
Publication date: January 7, 2025 by IssueWire
"Born to Be Dog Training Launches Game-Changing Online Academy"
The announcement covers the launch of Leah’s online dog-training courses in ASL and spoken English.
Newsweek
Published October 13, 2026 by Liz O'Connell
“Should New Parents Get a Puppy? Experts Weigh the Pros and Cons”
Leah is quoted alongside other experts on what new parents should consider before bringing a puppy home, including the needs of both the baby and the dog.
Don't Worry, He's Friendly Blog
Published October 12, 2026 by Macey Wolfer
"Should I Adopt a Reactive Dog? Experts Share Their Advice."
Leah offers perspective on shelter resources, choosing a good fit, and making life more manageable when a newly adopted dog is struggling.
Suburban Essex Magazine
Published October 1, 2026 by Jackie Schatell
"West Orange Resident Breaks Down Barriers for Deaf Dog Owners"
A profile of Leah’s work to make dog-training support more accessible to Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing clients
Positively Podcast with Victoria Stilwell
Publication date: May 27, 2025 by Victoria Stilwell
Episode 206: Changing the Industry One Sign at a Time
Leah Bornstein and Neika Smessaert join Victoria Stilwell to talk about dog training education and building a more inclusive industry. Watch on Youtube!
The Daily Moth
Publication date: February 24, 2025 by Callie Frye
"Online Dog Training Courses in ASL"
Leah is interviewed about her online dog-training courses, which are accessible in both American Sign Language (ASL) and English.
IssueWire
Publication date: January 7, 2025 by IssueWire
"Born to Be Dog Training Launches Game-Changing Online Academy"
The announcement covers the launch of Leah’s online dog-training courses in ASL and spoken English.
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