The Dog Gone Positive Way

In this episode I am covering why it is important to use evidence based methods in training. And debunking the catchphrase in dog training "positive reinforcement" and talk about how easy it is to use food and training in the importance of it. I cover how to change the relationship between you and your dog through food. Thanks for listening! Please share subscribe it really helps the alg...

In this episode, I am critiquing another trainer's handling of a reactive dog. I do this to show you what not to do with your dog. I do this also to protect your dog. I am their advocate. I am here for the dogs. It is important to use scientific evidence-based methods in training, not Force and fear. Force methods of training or old-fashioned and outdated. Punishment is easy. It is easy to pun...

In this episode, I talk about the feelings we experience sharing our lives with a reactive dog. As much as we love our dogs, they can bring us a certain level of stress if they are fearful, reactive, or aggressive, and it can be all wrapped into one. It can be a time when we feel judged by others like friends family, and other dog owners who seem to have it all together. It can bring up a lot of s...

In this episode I am reacting to a dog trainer working with he called a “Dominant Dog” You will see the trainer repeatedly correct the dog until the dog retreats into the state of learned helplessness which means he was exposed to repeated aversive stimuli without being able to escape. You will witness the dog repeatedly try to escape this trainers repeated corrections. This trainer is using old f...

What does reactivity look like in your dog? In this video, I dive into the complex topic of reactivity in dogs. I discuss what reactivity is, why dogs become reactive, and the importance of socialization. I also debunk common misconceptions and provide valuable insights into training techniques. This video aims to help dog owners understand and address reactive behavior in their furry companions.

I am taking a break this week but next week is the start of season three The Reactive Dog. I know a lot of you have reactive dogs I had a reactive dog also and we are going to just pull it apart and talk about why your dog is reactive, what you can do about it, what techniques you can use, what medications you can use, what type of behavior modification can you use and more. We're going to tal...

In this episode, I cover 3 House-training Mistakes, 5 Easy Steps To House Train Your Puppy, Crate Train Your Puppy, and Future Proof Your Puppy. Follow me on FB IG TIKTOK YOUTUBE @doggonepositive

So you’ve got your puppy and you’re in love! Yeah, all your equipment you’re good human. Got the crate got the jingle bells. You’ve got all of the enrichment toys you could fit in your house you’ve got your 4 foot leash. And now what? Now you need to go get some training what kind of training will that depends on you group class private maybe a little bit of both. Definitely group classes though b...

In this holiday episode we talk about noise phobia again and what to do. It is important to have a great relationship with your veterinarian that you can talk about different prescription medication to deal with your pet noise phobia. Hope you have a great happy and healthy new year and I’ll see next year.😊❤️

Have you ever been curious about how many teeth your puppy has? Is it different than an adult dog? Tune in to find out and more puppy teeth facts! TikTok FB and IG @doggonepositive www.kongcompany.com

In this episode, I am talking about using your crate for your puppy as a management tool, to prevent them from learning how to chew things in your house. Also, getting them used to being crated while you are around.

In this episode, we are talking about everything you need to house train your puppy. From what type of leash and how long it should be to where you should walk your puppy and what you need to be telling your puppy when they eliminate.

BONUS EPISODE In this episode I am talking about different types of dog food and what type to feed. Dry? Wet? Homemade? Raw? All of it? Let's discuss... https://www.dogfoodadvisor.com/canine-nutrition/copper-storage-disease-in-dogs/ https://linktr.ee/doggonepositive scrattyopatty@gmail.com doggonepositive https://www.facebook.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@doggonepositive https://drianbillinghur...

In this episode, I’m talking about crates. Being a puppy owner is a big responsibility and we need to keep them safe and all of our things safe. Crate training is really the best way and most effective way to prevent accidents from happening. But sometimes we don’t know what size crate to get or what kind of crate to get. I discuss all of that in this episode and how to get your puppy or dog used...

In this episode I’m discussing getting a puppy and if it’s the best thing to do during the holidays. What do you think? https://linktr.ee/doggonepositive

In this episode I am wrapping everything we discussed in Ep1-4 about your dog barking, why they are barking, what you need to do about it and what your outcome will be if you implement everything I recommend. https://linktr.ee/doggonepositive

In this episode, I am discussing unpredictable and uncontrollable environmental noises like thunder, fireworks, and construction to name a few. I talk about questions to ask your vet about different medications. And of course, we can not forget enrichment toys! So sit back and relax and enjoy this episode. #DogTrainer #ProfessionalDogTrainer #ThunderShirt #Kong #BusterCute #LickMat #Veterinarian #...

Our dogs bark at things that we cannot hear. We think they're crazy and not barking at anything. However since they're hearing is a cutely more sensitive than ours I'm pretty sure they hear things that we cannot. Check out this episode we're going to talk a little bit about the science of their hearing and what to do about their barking. you can find me on TikTok @doggonepositive Facebook: @MariaR...

In this episode I'm talking about demand barking. We all know it's annoying when they bark in our face or whine, and bark in their crate. But what are we going to do about it? Ignore, Ignore, Ignore! Don't reinforce bad behavior like demand barking. STOP yelling, you're reinforcing, stop looking at them, you're reinforcing, stop touching them, you're reinforcing them! Let m...

This is a short discussion about Barking and how to manage it. I also talk about how to teach your dog a reliable come command or when I call name, recognition, under no distractions, and distractions, like barking at the door. So get comfortable for a short training podcast to help manage your dogs behavior of annoying barking.

Join me every week to get tips on how to train your dog and have a better relationship with them! I can’t wait for you to listen!