Luring, Bribing, Rewarding
In this episode, Nikki discusses the differences in luring, bribing and rewarding your dog during training. She explains how to successfully teach your dog using treats. Support the show
11 Aug 202022min
Importance of Canine Enrichment.
In this episode, Nikki discusses the importance of Canine Enrichment and gives you many ideas on how to enrich your dog's life. Canine Enrichment has been scientifically studied and proven to improve ...
4 Aug 202021min
Does Your Dog Have the Right to Say NO?
In this episode, Nikki discusses the importance of understanding when your dog tells you "no." Many believe it's the dog being stubborn but Nikki explains why that may not always be the case. Support ...
29 Jul 202024min
Is Your Dog Listening to or Reading You?
Dogs are observant, and pick up on our body language and patterns. In this episode, Nikki explains how you may be cuing your dog with your body language rather than your words. Support the show
20 Jul 202021min
Squirrel! AKA--How to Handle Distractions
In this week's episode, Nikki discusses how to handle distractions outside, such as animals and people. Support the show
6 Jul 202020min
My Name is "NO"
In this episode, Nikki discusses why DogSpeak doesn't use or teach the word "NO." Nikki also gives you alternatives to using the word as well as what your dog's name should mean versus what most peopl...
30 Jun 202027min
Does Your Dog Trust You?
In this episode, Nikki asks the tough question, "does your dog trust you?" She explores reasons why your dog does or does not trust you, as well as the similarities in your relationship with your dog ...
16 Jun 202024min
You're Not a Dog Trainer. So?
You don't have to be a dog trainer to help your dog become a well-behaved pet! In this episode, Nikki gives dog owners a few strategies and healthy habits to assist in teaching their dogs to be the be...
2 Jun 202021min
