Episode 255

The Tricks Our Dogs Teach Us With Maryanne Wood

Published on: 27th August, 2025

What happens when a professional dog trainer becomes a beloved children's book author? Join Merry and Cathy as they chat with Maryanne Wood, who made the leap from training basset hounds to penning tales inspired by them. Discover how Maryanne's journey with Randall and Hunter, her sister's dogs, led to heartwarming stories about resilience and adaptability. We dive into themes of change, overcoming challenges, and the power of creativity, no matter your age. Tune in to be inspired to follow your passions and embrace new adventures!


Maryanne Wood's Bio:
Former professional dog trainer turned author.  I was inspired to write a series of children's books about my basset hounds, Randall and Hunter to encourage young children to flow with the changes that live brings us all. Resilience and adaptability are important life skills.  Everyday Randall and Hunter taught me how to move through life with more grace.  

I was most certainly a late bloomer to the word of becoming a published author.  I'm 66 years of age and I strongly believe it is never too late to beginning something new, follow your bliss and live life to the fullest. When I'm not writing, I enjoy walks in the woods with my latest canine companion Willow. the chocolate lab.

Connect with Maryanne:
Website: https://www.maryannewood.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572250213133

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Late Boomers
Your guide to creating a third act with style, power and impact.
Welcome to Late Boomers, the podcast that is your guide to creating a third act with style, power and impact! Join your hosts, Cathy Worthington and Merry Elkins, as they bring you conversations with successful artists, entrepreneurs and entertainers who have set themselves up for an amazing third act. Everyone has a story, and Cathy and Merry take you along for the ride on each interview, recounting the journey each guest has taken to get where they are, and inspiring you to create a path to success as you look toward your own third act!