When you’ve dedicated your life to helping dogs feel confident and supported, people notice. Pupsi’s own Trace Essex, who has been training dogs professionally since 1993, was recently recognized in HelloNation’s National Video Magazine, with the article being featured on AP News, Yahoo Finance, US National Times and media outlets throughout North Carolina and across the United States.
Trace is more than a trainer. He grew up learning dog behavior from his mother Mary, the founder of Pupsi, and has since trained hundreds of dog/handler teams. He even studied under world-renowned trainer Michael Ellis to deepen his expertise in everything from puppy development to advanced obedience.
The article highlights Trace’s guidance on how dogs adjust to daycare and how Pupsi’s structured approach and experienced staff help pups feel safe and thrive in a social environment.
Read the feature and learn what a confident first day looks like for your dog:
How Dogs Adjust to Daycare
Pupsi has been Cary’s trusted resource for dog training, daycare, boarding, and grooming for more than 30 years. Now the nation knows why.

