USA Dog Behavior Podcast

When welcoming visitors to your home, the last thing you want is to trigger your dog and create an unsafe environment for your visitor. You might be wondering why your dog appears more aggressive at home versus in public. If this sounds familiar, then join us for this episode where we’re tackling the often misunderstood topic of territorial aggression.   Territorial aggression is seen when your do...

When taking your reactive or aggressive dog on a walk, you’ll most likely encounter triggers that cause aggressive behavior in your dog. Whether it’s another dog or an unfamiliar human, understanding how to properly manage this can significantly improve your dog’s reaction to these triggers.  In this episode, I’ll focus on understanding your dog’s triggers and how to best manage them through modif...

When your dog becomes aggressive in public, it’s no accident; there’s something triggering them. Whether it’s an unknown person or an unfamiliar dog, your furry friend’s barking is a sign that they’re feeling overwhelmed and panicked. In this episode, we'll unpack the main variables when conducting canine behavior modification. I also discuss a serious biting incident as a lesson on how not t...

If you want to see genuine improvement in your dog’s behavior, then you need to get serious about learning proper leash handling. Most dog owners fail to realize the importance of developing good leash skills with their dog when their dog has behavioral issues. From mastering the right grip on the leash to delivering clear direction, perfecting the art of leash handling is one of the easiest ways...

As you prepare to dive headfirst into behavior modification for your beloved pet dog, make sure you’ve covered all the essential prerequisite tools and supplies. In this episode, I explain the three main things every dog owner should have before treating dog aggression: equipment, management and owner education. If you’re serious about resolving your dog’s issues with aggression, then this episode...

Are you stuck in a constant loop of researching the best way to handle dog aggression? As a professional dog behavior consultant, I’ve worked with thousands of success stories over the years and in this episode, I’m sharing what you need to know to get started in treating the aggression in your canine best friend. Tune in if you’re interested in learning about the equipment you’ll need, the must-k...

For first-time dog owners, you might be wondering why your lovable pet is prone to aggressive outbursts. Whether it’s loud barking at other people or fellow dogs, how can we understand what our furry best friends are trying to communicate? In this episode, we’re getting to the root of dog aggression: fear. What can be triggering bouts of fear in our dogs and how can we help them through it? Join u...

Have you been feeling frustrated about your dog’s aggressive behaviors? Don’t worry, you’re definitely not alone! Whether it’s your first time owning a dog or you’ve been a long-time dog parent, the journey toward better understanding man’s best friend can be tricky to navigate.  Understanding what our dogs need can seem impossible, but it doesn’t have to be! In this week’s episode, we’re focused...

Welcome to Dog Aggression Answers! This weekly podcast series will provide useful information to dog owners and dog trainers on how to address dog aggression. Dog aggression doesn't have simple answers, but it does have solutions that can lessen this aggression to help dogs live more comfortably and safely with other dogs and humans. Join me on the journey of understanding and addressing your...