Stress Isn't Just Stress: Understanding the Emotional Brain of the Dog
When we hear the word stress, most of us think of fear, anxiety, or overwhelm. But stress isn't always negative. In fact, stress is a normal and necessary part of life—for both humans and dogs.In this...
23 Juni 45min
The Day Chickens Changed My Dog Training, and other Ramblings
What do chickens have to do with dog training? More than you might think.In this episode, I share the story of how a 40-hour week spent training chickens fundamentally changed the way I understood beh...
16 Juni 32min
Building a Dog Who Wants to Return
What makes a dog choose to come back?Many people think recall starts with teaching the cue "come," but reliable recall is about much more than a single behavior. It begins with understanding the dog i...
9 Juni 35min
Beyond the Six-Month Rule
For decades, dog owners were routinely told to spay or neuter their dogs at six months of age. It was a simple recommendation that became the standard of care for generations. But as research into can...
2 Juni 47min
Don't Train Me, Raise Me. (Part 2)
Don’t Train Me, Raise Me explores the difference between creating a dog that simply follows commands and raising a dog that understands how to navigate the world with confidence, stability, and trust....
26 Maj 1h 10min
Why Running Your Dog Ragged Isn’t the Answer
We’ve all heard the advice: “A tired dog is a good dog.” But physical exhaustion alone does not create emotional stability, confidence, or good decision-making. In this episode, we discuss why constan...
19 Maj 35min
The Hidden Cost of “Including” Your Dog
Somewhere along the way, we started believing that a “good” dog is one who can go everywhere, meet everyone, and handle anything without hesitation. But what if that’s not actually what your dog needs...
5 Maj 54min
