Episodes
April 11, 2024
5 Things Dog Trainers Never Do
Dog trainers never repeat vocal commands. Dog trainers never overuse vocal commands when training a dog. Dog trainers never get frustrated with a dog. Dog trainers never allow a dog to pull on the leash. Dog trainers don’t e…
April 11, 2024
Final Puppy Talk Podcast Episode
This is episode 100, the final episode of Puppy Talk. You can still access all the Puppy Talk episodes on our website and in every podcast directory. Click here to purchase my new book, The Complete Puppy Training Manual. Pu…
April 11, 2024
How to Design a Puppy Training Program
The components of a puppy program: Potty Training and Crate Training Basic commands Behavior Training Leash Manners and Loose Leash Walking Socialization Skills This is the same information in my book, The Complete Puppy Tra…
April 2, 2024
Child Safety Around Dogs
This episode provides dog safety tips to help prevent a dog attack. There have been two children who died from dog attacks in the past week in North Alabama. I provided dog safety content with two stories for the local news …
April 1, 2024
Commands I Don’t Recommend for Puppies
Commands I Don’t Recommend for Puppies: Off Stop No Teach the puppy what you want it to do, not what you want it to stop doing. In this episode, I explain in more detail the training methodology. Click here to purchase my n…
March 31, 2024
How to Set Realistic Expectations For Your Puppy
It's important to set realistic expectations for your puppy, to be patient with them, and to accept that they are going to learn everything overnight. Click here to purchase my new book, The Complete Puppy Training Manual. P…
Feb. 27, 2024
Using the Crate to Help With Potty Training
The best way to potty train your dog is to take advantage of the fact that they don't want to soil their bed. With crate training, you can use this instinct to teach your dog where it's okay to eliminate and where it is not …
Feb. 19, 2024
Advice for Running With Your Dog
Before you decide to take your dog out with you on a running session, there are a few ideas that you need to be familiar with. Don't assume that your dog is built for running Do talk to your pet's vet Don't go on runs if you…
Feb. 13, 2024
How to Choose a Good Puppy Name
Naming a new puppy is fun--but while there's nothing wrong with choosing a name that's a little bit silly, you should also be practical and thoughtful. Your name should be one you'll use daily for a lifetime. Selecting a gr…
Feb. 6, 2024
Is Your New Puppy Out of Control?
You must put in the work yourself to raise a puppy successfully. A dog trainer cannot fix all of the dog issues and strengthen your relationship with the dog. Dog trainers give advice and suggestions and help educate you on …
Jan. 29, 2024
How to Build Confidence in Your Puppy
Over the past year, I have seen too many puppies lacking confidence and self-esteem. They are shy, withdrawn, and fearful of experiencing new adventures and situations. Six ways to build confidence: Help Them Navigate Throug…
Jan. 19, 2024
A Paradigm Shift in Dog Training
Many people think dog training is stopping unwanted behaviors or fixing the dog. Dog training is actually teaching the dog what you want it to do. Dog training should be focused on setting your puppy up for success instead …
Jan. 16, 2024
Therapy Dog Training for Puppies
A therapy dog lends comfort and affection to people in a facility setting or specific individuals who require visitation to deal with a physical or emotional problem. There are 4 steps to complete Therapy Dog Training . Aft…
Jan. 15, 2024
Taking Your Puppy Outside in Bad Weather
Conditioning your puppy for bad weather, such as heat, cold, rain, and snow, is essential. This helps build their confidence and allows them to realize that bad weather is part of their life. In this episode, I explain how t…
Jan. 13, 2024
Top 6 Dog Training Mistakes
Here is a list of the top 6 dog training mistakes: Chastisement upon return Confusing rules Rewards for bad behavior Constantly offering food treats Getting angry Poor communication You can read the article here: https://www…
Jan. 12, 2024
How to Control Puppy Play Biting
One way puppies can explore the world and learn about things is with their mouth. They pick up everything from the ground and bite stuff because they have no other way to explore and learn about physical objects. In this epi…
Jan. 4, 2024
Potty Training Your Puppy
3 Steps to Potty Train Your Puppy. More info in my book Potty Training Your Puppy . 1) Your puppy should always be supervised or confined while indoors. Supervise your puppy closely or have them in the crate. Supervised mean…
Jan. 2, 2024
How to Use Your Puppies Name in Training
There are two times when you need to use your puppy's name when training. One is if there are multiple dogs present. The other is to get them to come to you. Don't overuse the puppy's name, or there will be no value to it.…
Jan. 1, 2024
Littermate Syndrome in Puppies
Littermate syndrome is a term that describes unwanted behaviors among sibling dogs, including aggression and intense attachment. It is often used to describe behavioral issues that occur when two or more dogs from the same l…
Sept. 5, 2023
3 Leash Training Tips
Leash training your puppy is an essential part of obedience and discipline. Leash training will get your puppy out of the house to learn socialization skills and how to behave in public. These are called Leash Manners. Here…
Aug. 12, 2023
5 Potty Training Tips
Potty training a puppy is very simple is you follow the basic guidelines in this episode. Manage the puppy's space in the house Reward the puppy immediately after they go potty outside Be consistent; take the puppy out at le…
July 18, 2023
How Much Exercise Does Your Puppy Need?
Your puppy's age and breed can determine the amount of exercise your puppy needs. Some dogs will need more than others. This episode advises determining what your puppy needs for exercise and mental stimulation. The book me…
June 26, 2023
How to Teach The Place Command
The place command is an essential tool in the training arsenal of any puppy owner, enabling them to establish control over their furry friend's movements both indoors and outdoors. Follow the three steps in this podcast and…
June 11, 2023
Fun Indoor Mental Stimulation Ideas for Your Puppy
Oftentimes, puppy owners are unaware of their puppies' need for mental stimulation. However, once they are educated on how to introduce it into everyday life and form a more structured schedule for their puppy, owners will s…