THE ROBOTIC DOG

In this episode of The Robotic Dog , Brittney dives deep into a concept few trainers talk about — mourning the loss of the “old dog” . No, your pup didn’t cross the rainbow bridge… but the wild, frantic, clingy version of them? Yeah, that one’s gone. And that can feel weird. Brittney compares emotional detachment from humans to the subtle grief that sometimes comes with dog training. As we correct...

Summary In this conversation, Brittney Howard discusses effective ways to love and train dogs, emphasizing the importance of structure, clear communication, and understanding dog behavior. She highlights common misconceptions about food, affection, and freedom in dog training, and how these can lead to unintended negative behaviors. The discussion also touches on the significance of not overindulg...

Brittney Howard discusses the challenges faced by dog trainers and their clients, emphasizing the importance of effective communication and teaching methods. She highlights the need for trainers to understand their clients' learning styles and to teach in a sequential manner that is easy to grasp. Brittney shares personal experiences that shaped her teaching philosophy and stresses the signifi...

This episode delves into the experiences and insights of our guest fellow veteran and trainer, Daniel O’dell. It covers key topics such as the importance of free education, dog consent, finding the right trainers, and the fine line between respecting a dog's personality and ensuring necessary training. The discussion also highlights the challenges of consistency in training, the importance of seek...

In this episode of the Robotic Dog Podcast, hosted by dog trainer Brittney Howard, the focus is on the concept of control in human and dog relationships. Brittney emphasizes the importance of moving away from a controlling approach in training, relationships, and life itself. She shares insights from a TV show business conference where mentor Stephanie Odea introduced the idea of following the pul...

Understanding Dog Behaviour and Training Techniques This podcast discusses various aspects of dog behaviour, training techniques, and general understanding of dogs. It provides insights on methods for training dogs to play fetch, teaching dogs to be neutral, dealing with territorial behavior, and setting specific bathroom spots. The podcast also highlights the importance of understanding a dog&#39...

Everyone asks me "How do you get such great focus from your dogs?" And the answer is simple. I am LIFE to my dog.  In this episode, Britney Howard, dog trainer at Dawg Boss k9 Training, delves into methods for creating focus in dogs. Emphasizing the importance of building relationships and connections with dogs, she shares her advice on training techniques such as behavioral modification...

Hayley is a young dog trainer seeking guidance for her dog Hutch. Hutch has been growling at her younger brother, and has also been blowing off recall commands. Listen in to hear some solutions to these issues. Dog Training Advice: Dealing With Growling and Improving Recall After a two-year gap, Brittney returns with an episode aimed to help a listener named Haley, who is experiencing problems wit...

Your dog is never trained. Ever. Got that? It's a constant struggle and triumph!! Never quit. Never never never! In this podcast, Brittney discusses her recent personal life events and then delves into dog training. She emphasizes that training a dog is not a finite process with a specific end goal, but a continuous journey because dogs are living creatures who make their own choices. The key,...

It's your dog a Velcro dog? You can actually be doing more harm than good by allowing your dog to be a stage 5 clinger. Brittney talks about the importance of setting boundaries and training dogs to respect their owner's personal space. The host emphasizes that treating dogs exactly like humans can lead to behavioral problems. Dogs should be trained to be more independent and not overly re...

Thinking of adding two puppies to your home ? Think again! Want to add a second dog ? Here's how to do it ! Littermate Syndrome and Managing More than One Dog in a Household In this episode of the The Robotic Dog podcast, Brittney discusses the complexities of raising two puppies from the same litter, known as 'littermate syndrome', and the challenges that come with managing two dogs i...

How to get your dog not so dependent on needing a reward.?We still give it. But about 20-30% of the time. In this episode of the Robotic Dog Podcast, Brittney discusses the importance of reward systems in dog training. They stress how dependent dogs can become on rewards and suggests strategies for moving towards less reward-dependent training. These include mixing up the rewards, gradually reduci...

Timing for dog training is everything, listen to the words we use to communicate with our dogs so they understand what we want. We also use clickers for precise replicated sounds. In this episode, Brittney from Dawg Boss gives advice on Clear Signals Training (CST), emphasizing the importance of timing when training dogs. She delves into commonly used words and phrases, such as 'good', &#3...

Is your dog an anxious wreck? Does your dog struggle to exist in daily life ?! It is possible to get him out of it! In this episode, Brittney from Dawg Boss K9 Training discusses the serious issue of anxiety in dogs. She underlines how detrimental it can be; from extreme cases where dogs can't be kenneled and wreak havoc at home, to the smaller signs hinting at a dog's discomfort. Brittney...

Imagine having a puppy that doesn't pee or poop in the house !! It is possible !! Listen to unlock the secret! Brittney from Dawg Boss discusses the ins and outs of potty training puppies and shaping their behavior. Stressing that potty training is not only about teaching a dog to control their bladder, but also about teaching them boundaries and house manners, she offers insights from her own...

How to stop random dogs from coming up to yours and creating issues. Self-Defense When Walking Your Dog: Handling Confrontational Canines In this podcast, Brittney talks about her experience training a German Shepherd with aggression issues. She then moves on to discuss the problem of confrontational dogs attacking leashed dogs on walks, highlighting the dangers posed by such encounters. Brittney...

Welcome to Dawg Boss K9 training Brittney, the creator of the Dawg Boss Channel, a canine training company based in Alaska, discusses her upcoming relocation to Virginia and the role of her military background in shaping her dog training methods. The key topic discussed revolves around advocating for dogs by teaching pet owners how to manage people’s attempted interactions with their pets in publi...