Positively Dog Training - The Official Victoria Stilwell Podcast

In this episode of the Positively Podcast, Victoria Stilwell sits down with Carmaleta Aufderheide, a certified professional dog trainer who specializes in conflict resolution and separation anxiety. Carmaleta discusses the often-overlooked challenges dog trainers face when dealing with clients, especially when communication breaks down or when different training philosophies clash. With her backgr...

On this week's episode, learn more about the courses that are offered on Positively.  Victoria and Aly Lecznar Uglum take you on a deep dive thru the courses passing on nuggets of information that will help you and your dog out today.  Enroll in the Positively Pillars Course or the Harmony Model Course at no cost and begin your learning journey with your dog now. 

In this insightful episode of the Positively Podcast, Victoria Stilwell sits down with Lorena Patti, an accomplished dog trainer with a wealth of certifications, including Fear Free Certified Professional and Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer. Lorena shares her journey as a VSPDT (Victoria Stilwell Positively Dog Trainer) and the rigorous process of becoming part of this elite group. They discu...

In this episode of the Positively Podcast, Victoria Stilwell chats with Dr. Mark Belyeu from Peachtree Hills Animal Hospital about veterinary care and dog behavior. They dive deep into topics like the importance of fear-free handling, the role of medication in managing canine anxiety, and the impact of pain on dog behavior.  Dr. Belyeu also shares invaluable advice on maintaining a work-life balan...

On this special edition, Victoria goes in depth on all things It's Me or the Dog.  Learn more about Victoria as she talks about what she did before the show, how the show came about, and what lies ahead for It's Me or the Dog.   You don't want to miss this one!

Welcome to another episode of the podcast.  Victoria is joined by Tara Houser, behavior consultant, trainer, Positively Team member, and founder of The Optimized Dog .   In this episode, learn more about Puppy DILLI and how collecting data can improve your chances of success and highlight when there is success.  

Join Victoria and the Positively Episode in another information packed Roundtable Discussion about creating clarity between you and your dog.   What do we mean by clarity? How does being clear improve our relationships with our dogs?  You don't want to miss this episode. 

Join Victoria and Dr. Robert Hewings, author of best selling books, "Scent Training for Every Dog" and "Tracking for Every Dog", as well as founder of The College of Scent Dogs .  This podcast follows up on questions from Dr. Hewings' wonderful presentation at the Dog Behavior Conference: Creating the Feel-Good Factor.  Dr. Hewings emphasizes the emotional connection in do...

Join Victoria as she speaks with Sindhoor Pangal, a Certified Canine Behaviour Consultant, Canine Myotherpist, independent ethological researcher, Director of BHARCS, and author of Dog Knows.  Sindhoor and Victoria dive into lessons we can learn from dogs and Sindhoor's study of free living dogs.  You will gain valuable insights into the lives of dog and how we can gain harmony with these won...

In this roundtable discussion, join Victoria and her team as they discuss simple ways you can build meaningful connections with your dog.  These connections can shape your relationship with your dog and improve communication.  

Join Victoria as she welcomes Zazie Todd, PhD, an award-winning author, animal behavior expert, and founder of Companion Animal Psychology . Zazie's acclaimed books, Wag and Purr , demystify the science of animal behavior and provide practical insights on how to apply this knowledge in our everyday lives with our pets. In this engaging discussion, Victoria and Zazie delve into two recent rese...

In this Roundtable Discussion, Victoria and the Positively team discuss the Harmony Model.  The Harmony Model serves as a guide to the essential elements of living with our dogs. These elements include: Training Safety and Wellness Socialization Communication and Enrichment To learn more about the Harmony Model, visit Positively.com or enroll in our FREE course.

Victoria is joined by Positively team member and published author, Wendy Lyons Sunshine.  Wendy has co-authored many parenting books and brings this expertise to her new book, Tender Paws: How Science Based Parenting Can Transform Our Relationship with Dogs. Join Victoria and Wendy as they discuss the science, their personal experiences, and the experiences of others in the field that are included...

In this roundtable discussion, Victoria and her team talk about what aggression is, what it looks like, why it happens, and what we can do to help ourselves and our dogs.   Living with a dog that displays aggressive behaviors  can feel overwhelming, scary, and sometimes embarrassing.  Many of the team have shared these same feelings and are here with some great tips on how to help both you and you...

In this episode, Victoria is joined by Anna Webb, a broadcaster, and behavior and nutrition expert.  She is the host of A Dog's Life podcast where she explores all levels of modern dog ownership and brings to life why every dog is extraordinary. Stay tuned for nuggets of information, on topics including: Sniffing out truffles Differences between the US and UK Dog Walking Nutrition and more. ...

In this episode, we are joined by the Sarah Fisher, who delves into why movement is the foundation for all behavior. Sarah passionately explains her philosophy that understanding and facilitating movement can significantly help animals find their natural flow. This conversation sheds light on the importance of meeting the needs of the beings in front of us, emphasizing that movement isn't jus...

Join Victoria and her team as they discuss strange behavior dogs do in the latest roundtable discussion.  From cleaning out the cupboards to obsessive licking, no behavior was left out.  Learn why dogs might engage in these behaviors and how Victoria and her team work through them.  You will be surprised by what you learn in this entertaining and eye opening episode. Don't forget to visit Pos...

On this episode, Victoria and Andrew talk about his upcoming presentation for the Dog Behavior Conference.  Andrew shares his mantra with us:  "learn, support, and teach.  Learn from the dog first, support what you have learned, and teach things that are likely to be intrinsically valuable for that dog.  After that, train what you like." C.A.K.E. is about understanding this: C ompassion...

In this episode, Victoria talks with Jo Pay about her upcoming presentation at the Dog Behavior Conference: Understanding Why Dogs Chase and What You Can Do About It. For dogs, chasing is an enriching activity.  It's not wrong to the dog, but it certainly can  be a problem in our human world.  Stay tuned for a sneak peak into what Jo will be talking about at the 2024 Dog Behavior Conference ....

Join Victoria and her team in this roundtable discussion about changes that we and our dogs face as we travel through life together. The team leaves nothing unsaid as they explore past and current planned and unplanned changes, plan for future changes, and talk about building resilience in our dogs to help them accept and recover from change. Find more information about the Brave Collection and th...

In this episode, Victoria and Steve Dale talk about his upcoming presentation at the Dog Behavior Conference, Dogs weren’t Bred to be Couch Potatoes: Why We Must Enrich their Lives. Enrichment is for all animals: from those living in the zoo to our companions (dogs and cats too). Enrichment is individual.  We need to know and understand our animal’s preferences and that their stage of life and bre...

In this episode, Victoria talks with Michael Shikashio about his upcoming presentation at the Dog Behavior Conference, Hostility in the Home: Dog Aggression Directed at Family or Visitors. Victoria and Michael discuss the importance of understanding dog behavior and body language, the role of empathy in training, and innovative approaches to managing and helping dogs and their families.  To learn...

Join Victoria and her team in this roundtable discussion about building resilience in puppies and give them the tools they need to be successful in all stages of life including adolescence and as an adult.   The team opens up about the importance of providing safety, understanding that there are important milestones in their lives, and what each puppy needs may be different based on their new home...

In this roundtable discussion, Victoria and her team share valuable insights and tips for creating effective training habits that benefit both dogs and their owners. They stressed the importance of considering a dog's individual needs and tailoring training methods accordingly. They discussed various training hacks and habit loops, emphasizing the significance of making training feel less ove...

On this episode, Victoria is joined by Brad and Lisa Waggoner, owners and founders of Cold Nose College .  Brad and Lisa share their individual journeys into dog training, stories of their dogs, and the secret sauce to achieving a fast and joyful recall.  Lisa's book, Rocket Recall , is helping trainers and people grow their relationship with their dog while training this important life skill...