Listen Dog Training: The Walk & Talk26 Joulu 2025

The Twixtmas Window: Use This Week to Change Your Dog’s Year

I’ve always believed the week between Christmas and New Year has a magic all of its own - and it’s the perfect pocket of the year to imagine what life could look like… especially life with your dog!

So this week, we’re diving into how to design a year of success with your dog in 2026. Whether you’re dreaming bigger, wanting more consistency, or feeling ready to create a calmer, happier home for both you and your dog, this episode will give you the clarity, mindset shifts, and practical strategies you need.

You’ll discover how to reflect intentionally, choose the right goals, and build a training plan that fits your real life, all while reconnecting with the joy and magic of having a dog by your side.

👉 Check out my Digital Dog Training Planner here if you need support setting goals, and designing a training plan that works.

👉 If you’re not sure where to start, my Design Your Own Dog Training Pack will walk you step-by-step through creating a game plan to transform problem behaviours.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why this magical ‘in-between’ week is the perfect time for big-picture dreaming
How to use the Dog Owner’s Wheel of Life to understand where your focus should be
The power of choosing goals that are both realistic and hopeful
What makes a training plan truly effective (and why most fail)
How to pick exercises tailored to your dog and lifestyle
The mindset shifts that make consistency effortless
Ways to bring more joy, love, and connection into life with your dog
How to set yourself up for a successful and fulfilling 2026

💻 Want to dive deeper into transforming your dog’s behaviour with science-backed strategies that actually work? Check out all my digital training products, freebies and online courses at www.listendogtraining.com

You can use code PODCAST10 for 10% off all my digital dog training packages, guides & courses!

📱 Let’s connect! Follow me on Instagram and TikTok → @listendogtraining

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