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Episodes
Dopamine In Dog Training: Anticipation, Rewards, And the Transfer Of Value #174
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com We're geeking out the topic of dopamine in dog training and how it impacts a dog's motivation. Dopamine is a type o...
Target Training For Dogs: How, Why, And When To Fade Targets #173
26 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com We use targets in our dog training, which has prompted popular questions on the best way to fade a target and when to...
How To Teach Your Dog Anything With My Training Plan #172
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com A good dog training plan will set you and your dog up for success and protect your confidence. The planning I do fo...
Dog Training With Layered Shaping: Why Classical Conditioning Must Come First #171
19 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com The way we dog train is different, and there are four elements that are vital to everything we do. It starts with c...
5 Popular Ways To Train Your Dog With Food #170
12 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com If someone says to you that they are a reinforcement-based dog trainer, what does that really mean? There are a lot o...
Dog Training A Stressed, Anxious Or Reactive Dog Part 2 #169
10 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com If you were to google for help for an anxious, stressed, or reactive dog, you'd get many suggestions, many of which...
Creating Confidence For Anxious, Stressed Or Reactive Dogs Part 1 #168
05 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com If your dog is stressed, anxious or reactive, there's so much you can do to replace that stress, anxiety and reactivi...
Reduce Your Dog's Stress And Anxiety In Training #167
03 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Inadvertent stress is something we want to minimize when training our dogs, as excessive stress has the same impact...
Puppy Freedom: How Much Is Too Much? #166
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com If you were to get 100 of the world's best dog trainers in a room, there would be a lot of disagreements. However, if...
Why Do Dogs Bark In Cars And How To Stop It #165
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Help, how can I stop my dog barking in the car while I'm driving!? That's one of the most common questions we receive...
The Danger Of Car Travel For Dogs: Evaluating Your Risk #164
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Do you consider yourself a risk taker? Or maybe you play it safe? What about when it comes to your dog? We all want...
Unsolicited Dog Training Advice: How To Protect Your Confidence And Your Dog #163
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com If you've ever trained your dog in public or put a video on social media, chances are somebody has offered you unsoli...
Dogs Swimming: 5 Must Do Steps For Dogs Who Hate Or Love The Water #162
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com There are two types of dogs when it comes to water and going for a swim. Some dogs LOVE water and swimming, and oth...
Conditioning In Dog Training: Why A Recall And Positive Interrupter Are Different #161
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Understanding the science of dog training is going to help you help your dog with clarity. In Episode 158 of Shaped...
10 Common Puppy Mistakes: What To Do Instead! #160
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com I have owned nine puppies and had many rescue dogs new to my home, and all have become amazing adult dogs. It might...
Help! My Puppy Is A Bully And Plays Too Rough #159
17 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com It's important to realize when a puppy might not be interacting appropriately with another puppy or dog. Some puppi...
Stop Your Dog's Unwanted Behaviors With This Positive Interrupter #158
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com If you took an obedience class back in the 80s, you could have learned to say things like AH-AH, NO, and HEY to stop ...
Dog Body Language: Understanding Canine Communication Signals And Emotions #157
10 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com If you spend time on social media, you will have seen videos where somebody has a family dog and a young toddler or...
Dog Fireworks Anxiety Prevention: How To Keep Your Dog Safe And Calm #156
08 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com The best thing we can do for our dogs is protect them from unpleasant events. Fireworks displays can be beautiful f...
10 Ways To Teach A Sit WITHOUT A Food Lure! Unreal Results For Puppies And Dogs Of All Ages #155
03 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com There's a good chance that you've seen how to train a sit by luring your puppy or dog with a treat above their nose...
Car Vacations With Dogs: Tips To Make Holiday Road Trips Safe And Fun For All #154
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Do you take your dog on vacation or for road trips? It will help make your holiday great if you plan ahead and prepar...
Dog Muzzles: Everything You Need To Know And How To Muzzle Train Dogs #153
27 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Dog training games deepen the bond we have with our dogs, grow trust, build confidence and give our dogs beneficial s...
Off Leash Listening Skills For Dogs Part 3: Training Steps #152
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com We're now in part three of our series on dogs being able to respond when they are far away, and I've got a training p...
How Location Specific Reinforcement Markers Will Improve Your Dog Training! #151
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com We can use food, toys, or activities our dogs love, like swimming or running, as rewards in dog training. To get an...
Adding Mindset To Your Dog Training Tools: Who Do You Become? #150
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com One of my most favorite things to talk about is mindset because, to me, it's everything in life. Mindset is nothing...
Superstitious Behavior In Dog Training: Beware The Killer Bees! #149
13 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Do you have superstitious behavior like wearing a lucky shirt or lucky socks? Dogs can have superstitious behaviors t...
Your Dog Listening At A Distance Part 2: Critical Timing Of Distractions #148
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com There are two ways to work on your dog listening around distractions, but many people only learn one. The first way is...
Teach Your Dog To Listen Off Leash And Far Away #147
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com How well does your dog respond to your cues at a distance? Would your dog sit or down when they are off leash and far...
Balanced Dog Training: Does It Really Exist? #146
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Does balanced dog training really exist? Being a balanced trainer is part of my background in dog training. In many d...
10 Ways To Teach A Dog To Lay Down And How To Shape It Without Luring. #145
18 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Teaching your dog to lay down on cue is a great life skill for many situations. There are 10 different ways to train ...
Teach Your Dog To Listen No Matter What… Even If You Think They Are Stubborn #144
16 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com If you've ever said, "why won't my dog just listen," or "he does this at home," or "he's being stubborn," or wondered...
Is It Ever Too Late To Train Your Dog? #143
04 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Have you ever felt behind in your dog training? Have you ever wondered if you will ever catch up? Have you ever wonde...
Giving And Receiving Constructive Feedback About Your Dog Training #142
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com The only way we can make the world a better place for all the dogs is to inspire everyone with a dog to want to train...
Average Or Better Dog Training Question: What Did You Just Reward? #141
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Imagine if you and your best friend both got puppies who are littermates. And you both train your puppies the same ab...
Stop Your Puppy's Excited Peeing Or Submissive Urination #140
18 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Puppies pee for one of three reasons; they might have a bladder infection, their bladder is full and they need to re...
Remove Confusion And Build Your Dog's Confidence With One Simple Dog Training Habit #139
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com I use a simple dog training rule with all my dogs and teach that same rule to my students. The rule is easy to implem...
Frantic Dog? Are You Training Both The Hold And The Do? #138
11 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Is your puppy or dog so overexcited, frantic, frenzied, or over-aroused they can't seem to listen or think? You can h...
Is Your Dog Hyper At Home? How To Teach Relaxation #137
09 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Teaching a dog to calm down when you are out with them amidst exciting events can seem difficult, especially if your ...
Help Your Excited Dog Calm Down And Stop Barking, Lunging, Spinning, Nipping #136
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Have you ever thought to yourself, "I can't wait until this dog calms down!"? Or maybe you are embarrassed by your do...
Test Your Dog's Sit Stay Training #135
21 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com I'm sharing my implementation guide so that you can teach your dog to stay and hold duration positions easily with re...
How To Teach A Dog To Stay WITHOUT Luring, Collar Pops Or Using The Word "Stay" #134
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Do you ever wish your dog could really stay when you ask? Like when you're eating dinner, and you ask your dog to g...
Become Your Own Dog Training Coach With This Video Strategy #133
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com There's one thing I do when I train my dogs that you can do too, and it will exponentially increase your dog traini...
All The Things Your Dog Hates And How To Fix Them #132
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Does your dog hate things like grooming, you using the vacuum, getting a bath, you shovelling snow or raking leaves, ...
How Would Susan Garrett Plan Your Dog Training Sessions? #131
07 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com How would you rate your last three dog training sessions on a scale of 1 to 10? Today I'm sharing my training checklist...
Conditioned Responses: The Magic Every New Puppy (And Dog) Owner Must Know About #130
05 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Have you ever had your dog's bowl, picked up your car keys, or the doorbell rings, and your dog gets super excited? T...
Shaped By Dog Year In Review: Your Most Popular Dog Training Episodes #129
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com As we wind down the year, we're looking at the most popular Shaped by Dog podcasts over the last 12 months, and they ...
Reduce Stress For Dogs During Holiday Celebrations #128
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Holiday celebrations are a great time for all of us, but they can be very stressful for our dogs. There are many thin...
Puppy Socialization: Playtime For Puppies And Permissions #127
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com If you have a puppy, you've probably heard that your pup needs to socialize with other puppies and dogs. But what doe...
How Dog Training Goes Better When You Begin With The End In Mind #126
10 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com I'm often asked how to start a dog training plan, and no matter what the behaviour, my answer is always the same. We ne...
Why Isn't My Dog Learning What I'm Training? #125
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com In education, what the teacher is teaching, and what the learner is learning might not be the same thing. It's the sa...
The Woo Side Of Dog Training: Power of Words #124
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com There's a good chance that most of us have been hurt by words at some stage in our life. And it's not just the meanin...
The Best Gift For Dog Owners (And Puppy Owners) #123
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Have you ever wondered what the best gift is for a dog owner or someone about to become a dog or puppy owner? We can ...
Being Present With Empathy In Dog Training #122
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com What three words would you and your dog pick to describe your dog training? I'd like to think my dogs pick the words ...
How To Stop Dogs Jumping Up On People #121
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com How do I get my dog to stop jumping up on people? Wanting to know how to train a dog to greet people calmly is a ques...
The Rhythm Of Life With Puppies And Dogs #120
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com The rhythm you have with the dog in your life reflects the connectedness you have with your dog. Connectedness can be...
The Rhythm Of Dog Training And How To End A Session #119
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Have you ever wondered how to end a dog training session so that your dog knows it's over? We're looking at the rhyth...
Same Home Different Rules: Will Reinforcement Based Dog Training Work? #118
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com In the big picture of dog training, how important is it to be consistent? Does everyone who spends time with our dog ...
What's More Important Than Your Dog Training Sessions? #117
29 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com For dog agility, we have a start line, and that is where our dog stays until we release them. The start line is a g...
Dog Questions: Choosing Dog Training Classes, "Naughty Dogs" And More #116
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com I get a lot of questions about my dogs, and we're covering some of your most popular. Have you ever wondered why our ...
Understanding Your Dog's Language #115
15 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Dog training is like a conversation between two friends. Have you ever travelled somewhere where you don't speak the ...
Dog Agility Training: 3 Big Mistakes All Dog Owners Should Avoid #114
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com I got my reputation as a professional dog trainer primarily through excelling in the sport of dog agility. I've been ...
Your Dog's Verbal Cues And Hand Signals: How To Effectively Train Both #113
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Sit, down and come are three cues many people use to prompt their dogs to do something. But what happens when your do...
Stressed Dog? How Trigger Stacking Might Be Putting Your Dog Over Threshold #112
24 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Has your dog ever done something suddenly and without warning? A growl, snap, bite, or behaving in a way that is of c...
How An Anchor Dog Can Help Overcome Your Dog's Anxiety Or Reactivity #111
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Have you heard of the term "anchor dog"? It's a term I coined for a dog who helps other dogs become more confident. I...
Is Your Over-Aroused Dog Just Over-Faced In Training? #110
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com High drive dogs are the most misunderstood group of dogs on the planet. High drive dogs are often intentionally bred ...
Project Calm Dog: Prevent Over Enthusiastic Greetings #109
08 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Does your dog greet you, or anyone at your door, over enthusiastically? Does it seem like your dog might have excessi...
Dog Training: When Work Is Play And Play Is Work #108
03 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Everything I train dogs to do, I do in the form of a game. We have a mantra around here that "work = play and play ...
Pedicure Please: 3 Steps To Dog Nail Trimming Or Grooming Success At Home! #107
01 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Trying to cut a dog's nails can be one of the most difficult jobs for many dog owners. When I asked who was interes...
Consent In Dog Training: The Misuse, Misunderstanding And Misapplication #106
27 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com The idea of getting consent to train your dog is growing in popularity for a good reason. It is something I have be...
Your Dog Agility And Dog Sports Questions Covered #105
25 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Answering your dog sport questions! Even if you don't do dog sports, many of the questions relate to dog training in general. My voice is a bit raspy ...
Naughty Dog Behaviors And How To Deal With Them #104
20 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Has your dog ever done something unexpected that is the opposite of what you want? And you just want your dog to sto...
Excited or Suspicious dog? Dealing With Your Dog's Emotions #103
13 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com When you feel emotional, are you at your best? Do you make good decisions? It's the same for our dogs. We're talking ...
Transitioning Your Dog Training: From All That is Wrong to That Which is Right #102
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com How do you move from punishment based or balanced dog training to being a choice based trainer who uses positive re...
Puppy Questions: Spay or Neuter? Humping? Puppy Blues? and Much More #101
04 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com If you have ever wanted to ask a professional dog trainer questions about puppy training or living with puppies, then...
Dog Training: The Most Important Lesson I Can Share #100
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com After 30 years as a professional dog trainer, I've learned a lot of things. The most important thing makes dog trai...
When Reinforcement Based Dog Training Doesn't Work #99
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Reinforcement based dog training almost sounds too good to be true. Being able to have the dog of your dreams witho...
Puppy Home Alone: Are You Creating Chaos or Calm? #98
23 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com It's completely normal to feel some apprehension about leaving a puppy alone. But there are things that you do that c...
Overwhelm in Dog Training: How to Take Action on Challenges #97
21 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Success in dog training is about taking action. But if you are frustrated or overwhelmed or not sure you are doing th...
Why I Don't Teach "Watch Me", How to Use a Dog Treat Pouch, and More Questions Answered #96
16 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com If you have ever wondered why I don't teach my dogs to "watch me", how I end a training session, or my thoughts on...
How Playing with Your Dog Like a Puppy Can Reduce Fear #95
14 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Are you the type of dog owner who loves to play with your dog or puppy? It's a great way to have fun, teach your do...
How the Best Professional Dog Trainers Use Reinforcement #94
07 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Have you ever watched a really well-trained dog, like a police dog, world champion agility dog, or service dog, and n...
Fix Dog Training and Behavior Problems Before They Happen #93
16 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com An old adage in dog training is that the best time to fix a problem or behavior challenge is before it happens. And t...
Avoid This Big Mistake When Feeding Your Dog #92
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com There is one difference between very successful dog trainers and the average pet owner in the way they feed their d...
Why Judgement Does Not Help People Or Dogs: ItsYerChoice LWT # 91
04 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com As someone who has been educating dog owners on having a well-behaved dog and an amazing relationship with that dog...
Premack, Dog Training and Transfer of Value #90
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Has your dog ever been so overexcited they just can't seem to listen, and it's frustrating for you? Dogs who want t...
Why Dogs Should Not Tug: The Truth Revealed #89
28 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Tug of War, which is tugging with a dog using a toy, is one of the most basic and fun games we can play. Yet, some ...
Barrier Frustration: Help for Fence Fighting, Leash Reactivity and Window Guarding #88
26 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Has your dog ever experienced barrier frustration? The frustration can escalate to aggression, and something like f...
Canine Fitness: Why ALL Dogs Need It And 3 Easy Exercises To Start #87
21 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Do you have a fitness program for your dog? It's not something that is just for canine athletes and dog sports! Every...
How to Train Unmotivated or Overexcited Dogs #86
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Are there times your dog just does not want to train? Or perhaps your dog is so distracted that you can't get their f...
Understanding Your Dog's Sit: LWT #85
14 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Learn, walk and train with me! We're focusing on your dog's "sit". I'll be giving you prompts during this episode f...
Disappointment in Dog Sports: Mindset With Olympian Greg Louganis #84
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Have you ever had disappointing results in your dog training, in sport, or life in general? One of the toughest thi...
The Dog Training You Do When You're Not Dog Training #83
07 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com "How many hours a day do you spend training your puppy or dog?" is one of the most common questions I get. So, we'l...
Resource Guarding in Puppies: When Your Puppy Biting Seems Aggressive #82
05 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Imagine if your cute, cuddly puppy suddenly turned aggressive on you. You might think your puppy is trying to domin...
Sudden Aggression and Your Dog's Thyroid #81
30 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Have you experienced sudden onset aggression, fear or behavior change with your dog? Imagine if I could give you a p...
Does Your Dog Love You? Let's Talk Relationships #80
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Many dog owners wonder, "does my dog love me?". We'd all like to think our dogs love us, but how can we tell? It coul...
Reduce Anxiety and Grow Your Dog's Confidence with These Pro Dog Training Tips #79
23 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com The best thing we can do for our dogs is to protect and grow confidence. But what does that really mean? What is a do...
How to Train a Rescue Dog with Behavior Problems #78
21 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com When you bring a rescue dog into your family, you want your dog to settle in and be home for life. There are five key...
Conversations with Uncontrollable and Untrainable Dogs #77
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Does your dog sometimes seem to be out of control? Do you sometimes think your dog is untrainable? Does your dog not ap...
Leash Walking: Distracted, or Reactive Dog? These Games Will Help! #76
07 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com I'm sharing games to help improve your dog's loose leash walking that will help turn your dog's focus to you when the...
Stop Motion Sickness: Helping Your Puppy or Dog Love the Car #75
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Car sickness in a dog or puppy can be heartbreaking. My puppy has been getting car sick, and I've been documenting wh...