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3 Common Dog Training Tips That Sound Right—but Make Behavior Worse
Most dog owners are trying to do the right thing—but some of the most common advice out there is actually making behavior worse. In this episode, Sco…
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Is Your Neutered Dog "Hormonally Bankrupt?" The New Science of Canine HRT
In this episode, Scott Sheaffer explores the groundbreaking and often controversial topic of canine hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for neutered ma…
5 months, 4 weeks ago
How You’re Accidentally Making Your Dog More Fearful or Aggressive
Many owners of reactive, fearful, or aggressive dogs are unknowingly sending signals that reinforce their dog’s fear. Subtle changes in voice, body l…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
The 6 Most Misunderstood and Frightening Forms of Dog Aggression
Dog aggression isn’t always what people think it is. Some forms appear suddenly, without warning, and can be terrifying for owners who don’t understa…
7 months ago
Do Dogs Go to Heaven?
When a beloved dog dies, many of us ask the same question: Do dogs go to heaven? In this episode, Scott Sheaffer explores this deeply emotional topic…
7 months, 2 weeks ago
Do Dogs Understand Death? What Science (and Experience) Really Show
When a dog dies in a household, many owners wonder if the surviving dogs truly understand what happened. In this episode, Scott Sheaffer explores how…
7 months, 4 weeks ago
The Myth of the "Mean Dog"
In this episode of the USA Dog Behavior Podcast, we challenge one of the most ingrained misconceptions in the world of dog ownership: the idea of the…
8 months, 1 week ago
New Baby Meets Dog: How to Set Yours Up for Success
For expecting parents with dogs, the question of safety can be a source of deep anxiety. This episode provides essential reassurance and a clear, pra…
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Why Standard Dog Training Can Worsen Canine Fear and Anxiety
Many anxious dogs get worse—not better—after traditional training. In this episode, we explore why obedience-based methods often fail fearful dogs, h…
9 months, 1 week ago
The Job Your Dog Is Begging For: How to Channel Instinct into Happiness
In this episode, we decode the essential but misunderstood concept of "giving your dog a job." Far from a gimmick, it's the key to solving common beh…
9 months, 3 weeks ago