ABOUT
Samantha
and
MacKenzi
“I want every owner to feel empowered, not overwhelmed- so their dog can live better through every stage of life.”
THE ORIGIN STORY
Health and wellness became a core pillar of everything I teach.
This community is my passion project, built over 13 years of working as a dog trainer and living with my own pack of five dogs. I’ve worked with police K9 units in South Africa, sport dogs, and countless pet dogs along the way.
Since becoming certified, canine health and wellness has become central to my training programs. Because diet and exercise have a profound impact on every dog’s behavior, energy, motivation, focus, and longevity.
The goal isn’t for our dogs to live longer. It’s for them to live better - through every stage of life.
Now I’m on a mission to break the mold that has normalized avoidable health problems in dogs, and instead drive attainable change that helps as many owners as possible make empowered choices for their dog.
MEET MACKENZIE
Eight years of nutrition. A lifetime of results.
About eight years ago, I got my first working dog and had two senior dogs at the time. I was determined to set my new puppy up for success while simultaneously helping my seniors feel their best from the inside out. This is where my journey into canine nutrition began.
Since then, my seniors lived to ages most owners dream of — and that puppy of mine has been thriving for almost eight years now with zero health issues. I want all dog owners to feel this. To have dogs that experience a life of health and wellness.
It is never enough time, but the time we do have with our dogs should not be spent dealing with preventable health issues. If you are wanting your dog to live a long, adventurous life — reach out today. I cannot wait to work with you.Since becoming certified, canine health and wellness has become central to my training programs. Because diet and exercise have a profound impact on every dog’s behavior, energy, motivation, focus, and longevity.
THE MISSION
“I want every dog owner to feel empowered, not overwhelmed when it comes to their dog’s health and wellness. Our services are formulated to give every owner and their dog more time, more love, and more adventures - together.”
- SAMANTHA, FOUNDER OF LONG LIVE ADVENTURE DOG
BACKGROUND & EXPERTISE
Built on real experience across every kind of dog.
13 years of working with dogs across every context - from elite working dogs to family pets - has shaped an approach that is practical, compassionate, and rooted in what actually works. There is no one-size-fits-all. There is only the dog in front of you.
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Triple Certified
Canine Behavior · Canine Fitness · Canine Nutrition
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Police K9 & Working Dogs
Nutrition and fitness programs for law enforcement and detection K9 units
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Anti-Poaching K9s - South Africa
Worked with conservation K9 units on health, fitness, and nutrition
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Triple Certified
Conditioning, injury prevention, and nutrition for high- performance sport dogs
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World Traveler and Educator- 2026
Speaking on the intersection of nutrition, movement, and canine behavior
THE PACK
Our six dogs are the inspiration behind it all
Every dog in my pack has taught me something different about health, resilience, and what it means to thrive.
The principle behind everything we do.
Real food over expensive food
Your dog does not need expensive food to be healthy. They need real food. We work with all budgets and incorporate simple changes that yield lasting results.
Empowered owners, not overwhelmed ones
The goal is never to overwhelm. It’s to give you the knowledge and confidence to make intentional choices for your dog. On any budget at any stage.
WHAT I BELIEVE
Movement is medicine
90% of dogs are under-exercised. Daily, intentional movement prevents soreness, behavioral issues and injuries - and deepens your relationship with your dog.
Prevention over reaction
So many of the health issues we see in dogs are avoidable. Preventative care through daily habits is the most powerful investment you can make.
The body builds the brain
Nutrition and fitness directly shape behavior, focus, and emotional regulation. You cannot train your way our of a nutrition or movement problem.
Feed the dog in front of you
We don’t believe in one type of food. We believe in understanding your individual dog, their age, size, health, activity, and lifestyle, and building from there.
YOU’RE IN THE RIGHT PLACE
More time. More love.
More adventures.
If you’re ready to invest in simple, attainable healthy habits that will have a lasting impact on your dog’s quality of life. Lets get started.