Episode #285 How Dogs Actually Learn
Why does your puppy listen perfectly in the kitchen but completely forget everything at the park? Why does repeating a cue over and over sometimes make things worse? And what does “reinforcement” actu...
13 Aug 13min
Episode #284 Helping Your Puppy Handle Frustration
Why does your puppy bark when dinner is taking too long? Whine behind a baby gate? Get frustrated when they can't greet another dog? These aren't signs of a "bad" puppy—they're opportunities to teach ...
30 Jul 12min
Episode #283 What To Do When Training Isn't Working
Have you been practicing consistently, following the advice, and still feel like your puppy—or even your adult dog—isn't making progress? You're not alone, and it doesn't mean you're failing. In this ...
23 Jul 14min
Episode #282 Puppy Travel Training – Cars, Hotels & Road Trips
Travel is becoming a normal part of life for many puppies, but successful travel doesn't happen by accident. In this episode, we're talking about how to build travel confidence from the very beginning...
16 Jul 14min
Episode #281 Off-Leash Foundations in Real Life
Your puppy's recall may be reliable in the backyard—but what happens when there are squirrels, new smells, other dogs, or an exciting hiking trail? In this episode of The Puppy Training Podcast, we ex...
9 Jul 12min
Episode #280 The Art of Settling — Teaching Your Puppy to Relax Anywhere
Does your puppy seem to have two speeds—sleeping and full-speed zoomies? If you've ever wondered how to help your puppy relax at home, on a restaurant patio, at the park, or during family outings, thi...
2 Jul 12min
Episode #279 Puppy & Kids — Safe Play Rules That Actually Work
Puppies and kids can be the best of friends—but only when adults provide the guidance and structure both need to succeed. In this updated version of one of our most popular early episodes, we revisit ...
18 Jun 16min
Episode #278 Alone Time Training
Many handlers assume that once a puppy is comfortable in a crate, they've mastered alone-time training. In reality, crate training and independence training are two different skills. In this episode, ...
11 Jun 13min
