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Two Signs You’ve Found an Effective Dog Trainer
This podcast episode explores two critical signs of an effective dog trainer or behaviorist. First, it emphasizes the importance of positive, reward-…
1 year, 8 months ago
15 Truths That Thousands of Dogs and Their Owners Have Taught Me about Dogs
What can thousands of dogs and their owners teach us about behavior? In this insightful episode, Scott Sheaffer, certified dog behavior consultant an…
1 year, 8 months ago
Should You Avoid Dog Parks Before Your Puppy is Fully Vaccinated?
In this episode, we tackle a question every new puppy owner faces: should you take your puppy to public spaces like dog parks before they’re fully va…
1 year, 8 months ago
Do Dogs Get the Winter Blues?
Does your dog seem a little less energetic during the colder months? In this episode, we explore whether dogs can experience the winter blues and how…
1 year, 9 months ago
The Problem with Shock Collars in Dog Training
Why are so many dog trainers still using shock collars despite decades of research showing their harmful effects? In this episode, we explore how sho…
1 year, 9 months ago
Decoding Fear in Dogs: How Territory and Triggers Shape Their Behavior
In this episode, we dive into the two biggest factors behind fear-based behavior in dogs: their territory and their fear triggers. Learn why dogs oft…
1 year, 10 months ago
Can Your Anxiety Fuel Your Dog's Fear? Uncovering How Our Stress Impacts Our Dogs
In this episode, we dive into the question: Does a dog owner's anxiety make their dog more anxious? We’ll explore how dogs pick up on their owner's s…
1 year, 10 months ago
Why Punishing Dog Aggression Backfires in the Long-Term
In this episode, Scott explores why punishing a dog for aggressive behavior often backfires, leading to increased aggression and long-term behavior i…
1 year, 10 months ago
Do Behavior Medications Work for Fearful and Aggressive Dogs?
What if you could significantly reduce your dog's anxiety and aggression with just a little help from science? Find out how behavior medications, par…
2 years, 2 months ago
Why Your Dog is Aggressive to Dogs When On-Leash, but Not Off-Leash
Does your dog seem to turn into a barking, lunging maniac the moment you clip on the leash and they see another dog? This episode uncovers the myste…
2 years, 2 months ago