The Dog Psychology Podcast

The Dog Psychology Podcast Episode #047 Being A Responsible Dog Owner

The Dog Psychology Podcast

Show Notes

In this episode of the Dogs Psychology Podcast, hosts Todd and Art discuss various aspects of dog training, including the challenges of aggression, the importance of psychological pressure, and the nuances of redirecting behavior. They reflect on past episodes, share insights from social media, and analyze videos of puppy behavior and humorous training scenarios.

The conversation emphasizes the responsibility of dog owners and the complexities of understanding dog behavior, ultimately providing valuable insights for trainers and pet owners alike.

Todd Langston- @toddlangston

Art Ortiz- @dogfitdallas

Adam Fernandez- @familydogpsychology

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Technical Mishaps

01:11 Reflections on Past Episodes

02:22 Social Media Insights and Dog Training

05:22 Understanding Aggression and Corrections

07:40 Redirecting Dog Behavior

10:16 Psychological Pressure in Dog Training

12:52 The Importance of Movement in Training

19:31 Analyzing Puppy Behavior Videos

25:37 Handling Resource Guarding in Puppies

30:22 Humorous Dog Training Scenarios

39:42 Dealing with Aggression and Owner Responsibility

44:41 The Complexity of Dog Behavior

55:00 Final Thoughts on Dog Training Techniques

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