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Episode 269: Why Do Some Dogs Seem to Have Less Food Drive Than Others – 10 Reasons to Consider
How can I train my dog if they're not interested in food? That's a question I'm often asked, and before we get to the how, we need to look at the why! A dog not really wanting to take [...]
Episode 268: Training Thresholds: A Strategy For Balancing The Emotions Of Anxious Or Over Excited Dogs
How many thresholds does your dog cross a day? It could be a physical or emotional threshold. Training thresholds are important to understand, and thresholds can explain why some [...]
Episode 267: How To Use A Training Den To Fast Track Your Dog’s Success: No Space? No Problem!
What if I told you that the secret to unlocking your dog's success lies within the walls of your own home? I've been using a training den for many years, and so have my students. I’m [...]
Episode 266: Hot Zone And Stays – How One Dog Training Nuance Can Fix Anxiety And Duration
Dog training by nature is quite nuanced. Now, there are behaviors that everyone can get at some level with their dogs, like sit and down and fetch, but to get really brilliant behaviors [...]
Episode 265: Dog Training Community And Controversy: Can We Draw From Our Positive Reinforcement Values?
Have you ever been triggered by social media dramas about dog training methods? It's likely something we all experience. There was a recent incident at Crufts that flowed into the [...]
Episode 264: Shaping Tips For Timid, Shy, Softer Or Fearful Dogs To Create Enthusiastic Learners
Have you tried shaping a timid, shy, softer or fearful dog and found your dog could not offer behaviors or engage in dog training sessions? The challenge is real! Recently, we looked [...]
Episode 263: Breaking Down Dog Behavior Problems: Insights From The Top 10 Frustrations
I recently asked ChatGPT to list the top 10 frustrations people experience with dogs and am covering how to break down dog behavior problems to help make things better for [...]
Episode 262: Shaping Tips For High Drive, Frantic, Hyper Dogs To Stop Dog Training Frustration
High drive, frantic, hyper dogs can be overwhelming! I’ve got shaping tips to help you end dog training frustration. High drive dogs can also be a lot of fun to train once you’ve [...]
Episode 261: Common Misconceptions Around Shaping: Why You May Find Dog Training Frustrating
Recently, I asked for your questions about using shaping in dog training, and wow, did you deliver! I’m covering misconceptions about shaping, where shaping went wrong for [...]
Episode 260: Is My Puppy’s Behavior Normal Or Is It Time For Me To Be Concerned?
Ever wondered if your puppy's behavior is normal or cause for concern? From biting to lunging, fearing to growling, chasing, chewing and more, it can be hard to know what's [...]
Episode 259: Use These Simple Shaping Hacks To Expedite Your Dog Training
Are you ready to take your dog training to the next level? Whether you're just starting, have been at it a while, or are an experienced dog trainer, I've got hacks to fast track [...]
Episode 258: Training Plan For Hyper Excited Dogs: Play The Threshold Game For Calm Focus
Does your dog get hyper and lose focus the closer they get to something really exciting? You are not alone, and I have a training plan to help you create calm and focus for [...]
Episode 257: How To Use Your Dog’s Favorite Reinforcements To Fix Unwanted Inadvertent Behaviors
Have you ever wondered how to fix your dog’s unwanted behavior when you want to train with positive reinforcement? In episode 256, I covered the magic question, "What was [...]
Episode 256: What Was That Cookie For?! When Positive Reinforcement In Dog Training Goes Wrong
With the growing popularity of positive reinforcement-based dog training, there's an increasing popularity of criticizing the use of positive reinforcement. And truthfully, it isn't all [...]
Episode 255: Rescue Dog Training: Priorities For Your First Week Together
There are a lot of rescue dogs out there. And bravo for those of you who are opening up your homes and adopting them. In this episode, I'm doing a deep dive into the emotions [...]
Episode 254: Why Your Older Puppy Or Dog Is Not House Trained And What To Do About It
Do you have or know a dog or older puppy who still isn't completely house trained? If this is you, don't worry, I've got you covered! I’m sharing the reasons a dog might not be [...]
Episode 253: 7 Ways To Instantly Make Your Dog’s Life Better
I was recently asked, "Do you think there's a way we could instantly make our dog's life better?" and I thought about it and decided it would be a great topic for an episode of [...]
Episode 252: The Raw Feeding Guide To Training Your Dog With All Forms Of Treats
Feeding dogs raw food and how to train with raw fed dogs are topics I get asked to talk about a lot! I’m covering how I use raw food to my dog training advantage and how I [...]
Episode 251: Should We All Stop Using Non-Reward Markers In Dog Training?
Non-Reward Markers have long been used in dog training, but are they really necessary? And what drives our choice to use an NRM? A NRM, sometimes called a No Reward [...]
Episode 250: Expectations Vs Reality: Navigating The Path To Dog Training Success
Recently something happened in my own dog training that I’m sharing in this episode, and it’s all about our expectations of our dogs. Along with our expectations, our beliefs [...]