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Training And Behavior Episodes

Good behavior starts with understanding—not frustration. These episodes help you uncover the “why” behind your pet’s actions and teach you how to build trust, reduce stress, and create calm, cooperative relationships. Learn realistic techniques that fit your lifestyle and your pet’s personality, no gimmicks or harsh methods required.

Topics included: dog training basics, puppy training, cat training basics, kitten training, cat behavior, crate training, leash manners, reactivity, anxiety, house training, socialization, communication cues, and positive reinforcement.
Oct. 5, 2025

Crate Training Without the Stress: Step-by-Step for Real Success

Think crate training is as simple as putting your dog in the crate and calling it a night? That’s the biggest reason it fails. Crate training isn’t instant. It’s a step-by-step process that builds your dog’s trust and confide...

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Sept. 28, 2025

Don’t Buy the Wrong Crate for Your Dog

Confused about which crate is right for your dog? With so many sizes, styles, and price points, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and to end up wasting time and money on the wrong crate for your dog. The right crate isn’t just ab...

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Sept. 21, 2025

Cat Won't Use the Litter Box? 6 Rules You’re Probably Breaking

Think your litter box setup is fine, yet your cat is still peeing on the bath mat? In this episode, I share expert pet advice and reveal the six “everybody knows” rules cat parents accidentally break — and how small, practica...

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Sept. 7, 2025

Is Crating Cruel? 5 Surprising Benefits for Your Dog

Is crating your dog cruel, or could it actually be one of the kindest things you do for them? Many pet parents picture their pup feeling trapped or lonely, so they avoid crates altogether. But when used the right way, a crate...

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Aug. 31, 2025

How to Avoid Choosing the Wrong Dog Trainer

Are you at the end of your rope with your dog’s behavior, but not sure if it’s time to hire a professional dog trainer, or worried about picking the wrong one? You’re not alone. The dog training world can feel like the Wild W...

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Aug. 24, 2025

Bringing Home a New Cat? Build Trust Fast With the CATS Method

That friendly, purring shelter cat you fell in love with can sometimes turn into a ghost or even a hissy ball of nerves the moment you get them home. It’s not rejection. It’s survival mode. And how you handle those first few ...

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Aug. 10, 2025

Stop Reinforcing the Bad Behaviors You’re Trying to Fix

Feel like the more you try to fix your dog’s behavior, the worse it gets? If you’re dealing with barking, leash pulling, jumping, or flat-out ignoring commands, the problem might not be your dog: it might be what you’re accidentally reinforcing without realizing it. In this episode, I’m joined by p…

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Oct. 15, 2024

Why ‘Don’t Train Your Dog’ Might Be the Best Advice Yet

What if the way you’ve been taught to train your dog is creating more problems? In this episode, I speak with Angie Winters, author of "Don't Train Your Dog ," about why traditional dog training tips and methods often fall sh...

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Oct. 1, 2024

How Smart Is Your Dog Really? What Science Says

Ever wonder what your dog is thinking—or how much they really understand? In this episode, I talk with Jennifer S. Holland, New York Times bestselling author of Dog Smart: Life-Changing Lessons in Canine Intelligence . We exp...

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July 23, 2024

Dog Driving You Nuts? 5 Behavior Fixes That Work

Tired of your dog barking nonstop, pulling on the leash, or your dog chewing everything in sight? In this episode, I’m joined by dog training expert Ruth Hegarty to break down the most common behavior problems pet parents fac...

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