The Puppy Training Podcast

Dogs bark as a way of communicating and expressing themselves. Why is it we are always trying to stop it and is that ok? Amy talks about several different types of barking, how each sounds and what if...

3 Sep 201913min

What is it like to be a service dog in training? Is it really all that different from a normal puppy's day? Not in then beginning. We are doing a lot of the same things you are doing. Boots is a puppy...

26 Aug 201922min

Today we're going to talk about resource guarding. What is it and why do we want to talk about it? Basically, resource guarding is your puppy’s effort to protect the things that are most important ...

19 Aug 20199min

What is the difference between a service dog, therapy dog, emotional support dog and a companion animal? Amy describes each one in detail and answers common questions about where each is allowed when ...

13 Aug 201911min

Is your new puppy coming home soon? Here's what you'll need, how to get your home ready, what to talk about as a family before he arrives and other helpful tips! Support the show Follow us on social m...

6 Aug 201923min

Oftentimes in dog training we focus on what we don't want our dog to do. Try turning it around and think, "What do I want my dog to do?" You'll find training becomes easier and you'll see results much...

30 Juli 201913min

The first few days home with your new puppy are so much fun! Take time to build a strong relationship with him. Teach him you are someone he can trust and good things happen when you are around. Here'...

22 Juli 201918min

Whenever we start something new we often experience similar phases of learning. Amy describes the seven phases you are likely to go through when bringing a new puppy home in hopes of helping you keep ...

9 Juli 20197min