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In this episode, Steph and I talk about how you can utilize toys to your advantage and use it as an effective reinforcer. Support Disorderly Dogs   Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Courses     1:1  Training   Follow us on Instagram  @agoodfeeling_inco   www.agoodfeelingdogtraining.com   Leaving a 5-star   ️️️️️review really helps this...

There are four major factors that affect your dog's ability to be a good listener: Your relationship with your dog Your dog's personality Your dog's learning history Environmental influences Support Disorderly Dogs   Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Courses     1:1  Training   Follow us on Instagram  @agoodfeeling_inco   www.agoodfeelingdogtrai...

When we're talking about large breed dogs, I put a lot of emphasis of early socialization. Getting them comfortable around a lot of stimulus is important so that when they grow up to be big dogs, barking, lunging, and darting can be way less likely. In this episode, I talk about 3 major skills to teach large dogs when they are younger: leash skills, cars and stairs skills, and spatial awarene...

A lot of people, including dog trainers, hate retractable leashes and early on in my career, I heard horror stories about this kind of leash. In this episode, special guests Anthony De Marinis and Vinny Viola join me to talk everything about retractable leashes.  168. Long Leash vs Retractable Leash Support Disorderly Dogs   Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Course...

In this episode, I share another Reactive Redefined case study. Luna was 6 months was first adopted and we talk about her journey. At first it was a lot of barking and was reactive towards people she hasn't met.   Support Disorderly Dogs   Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Courses     1:1  Training     Follow us on Instagram  @agoodfee...

In this episode, I talk about how I used transactional learning in training Waylon and Spicy. While I used transactional learning for both dogs, I used different approaches for each dog. I also expound on how you can find a healthy medium when using this tool.  Support Disorderly Dogs   Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Courses     1:1  Training   &n...

Consent in care is a protocol in which we teach a dog a behavior and if they provide this behavior, they are saying yes to what we are doing. Cooperative care, on the other hand, we're not getting the dog's explicit yes but we're making it the least unpleasant that we possibly can and they're still actively engaging with us. In this episode, I talk about how to navigate this spectrum.   ...

In this episode, I share another Reactive Redefined case study. We worked on station training and helped open up the possibility of just laying and relaxing. Support Disorderly Dogs   Join the Reactive Redefined Waitlist Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Courses     1:1  Training     Follow us on Instagram  @agoodfeeling_inco   www.agoodfee...

In this episode, I share another Reactive Redefined case study. Goose wasn't used to a lot of things such as being pet and living in a house and it was a culture shock for him.  Support Disorderly Dogs   Join the Reactive Redefined Waitlist Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Courses     1:1  Training     Follow us on Instagram  @agoodfeeling...

One of the most common things that comes up in the backyard is dogs not coming when called. The more exciting the backyard, the less recalling the dog is doing. In this episode, I talk about the common backyard woes and possible ways you can address these problems. Get access to Trustworthy Recalls Support Disorderly Dogs   END OF SUMMER SALE Join the Reactive Redefined Waitlist Free Training...

In this episode, Masina Kakese joins me to talk about how you can read your dog's body language. We cover every body part and break down the possible cues your dog is giving you. Support Disorderly Dogs   END OF SUMMER SALE Join the Reactive Redefined Waitlist Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Courses     1:1  Training     Follow us on Instagram...

Proofing means making sure in our training that our dogs can respond to cued behaviors and skills in variable circumstances. When we're training a new skill, we want to teach it in an environment where there's not a lot of distraction, distance, and duration. In this episode, I talk about how you can integrate proofing in your training. Support Disorderly Dogs   END OF SUMMER SALE Join the Re...

Enrichment is something that we can add to our dog's lives to improve their overall quality of life and well-being. It has to be specific to the individual dog because not all dogs will find the same thing enriching. In this episode, I share how you can make a plan that's particular to your dog.  Support Disorderly Dogs   Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Courses  ...

We all tell ourselves stories about our dogs. Sometimes it works for us but other times, it works against us. What we think about has effects on how we interact with our dog and in turn, that changes how our dogs behave towards us. In this episode, I share my perspective on this matter. Support Disorderly Dogs   Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Courses     1:...

In this episode, I talk about the behavioral shifts I notice in Spicy as she starts to age. Dogs go through a transitionary period when they hit social maturity and this begins around one year old, which is Spicy's current age.  Support Disorderly Dogs   Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Courses     1:1  Training     Follow us on Instagram ...

In this replay episode, I talk to Juliana DeWilems about stranger danger. Support Disorderly Dogs   Post mentioned Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Courses     1:1  Training     Follow us on Instagram  @agoodfeeling_inco   www.agoodfeelingdogtraining.com   Leaving a 5-star   ️️️️️review really helps this podcast reach other dog g...

In this episode, I talk about accountability and how it goes both ways but majority of the time we have to hold ourselves accountable. I share the perspective and lens on how I view accountability.  Support Disorderly Dogs   Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Courses     1:1  Training     Follow us on Instagram  @agoodfeeling_inco   www...

In this episode, I share my personal ethics and responsibilities that I practice when it comes to being a dog guardian. It is essential for us to remember that we all have obligations as dog guardians, especially since we're all a part of a bigger community.  Support Disorderly Dogs   Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Courses     1:1  Training   &nbs...

In this episode, a special guest, Hayley Griffen, joins me to talk about the controversy around acquiring a new dog. She talks about her three dogs and the story of each. Two of her dogs are rescues, while the youngest dog was acquired through a breeder. Support Disorderly Dogs   Kindred Canine Website Kindred Canine/Hayley's Instagram Free Training Courses    Virtual Trai...

In this episode, I talk about a not-so-pleasant hiking experience with Waylon where things were just not going as planned. To be honest, I am not immune to feeling frustrated over my dog's behavior – I, too, feel angry and annoyed. I share how we got over this hurdle by reframing my perspective and mindset.  Support Disorderly Dogs   Free Training Courses    Virtual Traini...

In this replay episode, I discuss the truths about dog bites: 1. All dogs can bite 2. Most of the time, a dog bite is a defense mechanism 3. Oftentimes, people take precedence over dogs Bite Scale Support Disorderly Dogs   Reactive Redefined is OPEN for enrollment Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Courses     1:1  Training     Follow us on Instagram&...

In this episode, I share another Reactive Redefined case study and how a dog guardian was given the boost to help bring their pittie's skills to the next level. Support Disorderly Dogs   Join the Reactive Redefined waitlist Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Courses     1:1  Training     Follow us on Instagram  @agoodfeeling_inco   www.agood...

In this episode, I share another Reactive Redefined case study about a terrier rescue that is used to a rural environment. Join the Reactive Redefined waitlist Support Disorderly Dogs   Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Courses     1:1  Training     Follow us on Instagram  @agoodfeeling_inco   www.agoodfeelingdogtraining.com   Leaving...

As a general rule, your anxiety is not causing your dog's behavior problems but our feelings can have an impact on our dog. In this episode, I talk about what influences our dog's behavior and why our dogs are the way they are.  Follow Adventure Dog Academy on Instagram Join Adventure Dog Academy for FREE Support Disorderly Dogs   Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Cours...

On social media, I see a lot of posts about how saying no doesn't help your dog to learn things. While I understand this point of view, I think it fails to acknowledge those of us who live day-to-day with dogs who probably have to hear "no" more.  Episode 173. To Yell or Not to Yell Support Disorderly Dogs   Free Training Courses    Virtual Training Courses     1:1&nb...