Episode 292: Do 99% Of Dogs Really Have Behavior Problems? Unpacking The Truth Behind Claims And What You Can Do

Do over 99% of dogs really have behavior problems? For claims like this we should be unpacking the truth and looking behind the headlines! We all want our dogs to reach their full potential, so I’m doing a deep dive into the study that sparked the “99%” headline and exploring the dog behavior problems cited like aggression, separation anxiety, and fear. When we understand our dog’s behavior we can help them live their best life and shine.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

About the claim that over 99% of dogs have moderate to severe behavior issues.
3 key reasons a dog might be off kilter and the role of nutrition, pain, and illness.
That there are no naturally good dogs.
Why we need to embrace curiosity and seek solutions when facing behavior struggles.
My personal experiences with behavior challenges in my dog, This!
What’s behind the “99%” headline.
Why it’s important to dig deeper into your dog’s challenges to help them.

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One Comment

Sheryl December 18, 2024 at 10:18 pm - Reply

Thanks for this episode, Susan!

Many people have unreasonable expectations for a “new” dog. They are not willing or able to put in the necessary time to train their dogs.

This is evident by the number of dogs returned to the shelters since the end of COVID.

Episode 292: Do 99% Of Dogs Really Have Behavior Problems? Unpacking The Truth Behind Claims And What You Can Do