Disorderly Dogs!

<p>In this replay episode, I talk about how you can prepare your dog for the upcoming holiday season. The most important thing that will set you up for success is knowing your dog well. I encourage you not to put your...

<p> In this episode, I explore the concepts of relevance and pressure in dog training. I discuss how relevance, or assigning importance to certain things, lays the foundation for effective training, especially when...

<p>Being in sync with your dog is one of the best feelings ever. The moments where you're working fluidly as a team with your dog are immaculate. In this episode, I talk about what it takes to be in sync with your...

<p>In this episode, I highlight the importance of building a healthy relationship with your dog by truly understanding their emotions and daily experiences. By paying attention to how they feel and perceive the world as...

<p>In this episode, I talk about how to prepare your dogs for this year's upcoming Halloween celebration.</p> <p>Support Disorderly Dogs </p> <p>Puppy Resources</p> <p>Reactive Dog Resources</p> <p>Advanced Training...

<p>In this episode, I discuss the concept of headspace and its crucial role in your dog's learning process. I explain how providing your dog with the mental space they need can significantly enhance their ability to...

<p>In this episode, I’m joined by special guest Louise Griffey, a grief recovery specialist from Light After Loss. Louise shares her personal journey with grief, explaining how the lack of grief education during her own...

<p>In this episode, I share the valuable life lessons my difficult dog has taught me, from patience to adaptability, and how these experiences have shaped my approach as both a dog guardian and a trainer. I also open up...

<p>In this episode, I discuss how dogs don’t fit into boxes, challenging the notion that all dogs are the same or should behave in predictable ways. I explore the importance of recognizing each dog's individuality and...

<p>In this episode, I talk about accountability and how it goes both ways but majority of the time we have to hold ourselves accountable. I share the perspective and lens on how I view accountability. </p> <p>Support...

<p>In this episode, I talk about off leash reliability and what it really takes to achieve it. There’s no overnight success when it comes to training your dog to be reliable off leash—it’s a process that can take years...

<p>In this episode, I sit down with Steph to discuss the use of punishment in dog training. We explore the science behind how punishment works and its impact on behavior. I also emphasize that while punishment can be...

<p>In this episode, I discuss the impact of routine changes on dogs, who are often sensitive to even small disruptions in their daily lives. These changes can lead to noticeable shifts in behavior. I offer practical...

<p>In this episode, I talk about pre cursors and their significance for you and your dog, focusing on how they impact your dog’s response to cues. For example, reaching into a treat bag is a pre cursor that signals your...

<p>In this episode, I share another Reactive Redefined case study featuring Juno, a high-energy, goofy, and athletic three-year-old pitbull mix. We discuss how we overcame Juno's intense bike reactivity through Reactive...