Many people get a new puppy and immediately start teaching it to shake, high-five, and roll over. In this episode of Puppy Talk, I am going to explain the advantages and disadvantages of teaching your puppy tricks before they learn obedience.

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Most owners think their dog is being stubborn, ignoring them, or choosing not to listen. But in many cases, the dog is not being disobedient at all. The dog is confused. In this episode of Puppy Talk, we will discuss the following:

• Why confusion happens
• What confusion looks like in real life
• What real disobedience actually looks like
• How to reduce confusion

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Podcast Website: http://puppytalkpodcast.com
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Dale's books: https://www.amazon.com/author/dalebuchanan

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If your dog barks, lunges, freezes, growls, or completely loses their mind when they see another dog or person on leash, this episode is for you. In this episode, I will talk about:

• What leash reactivity actually is
• Why leash reactivity happens
• How owners accidentally reinforce leash reactivity
• What not to do with a leash reactive dog
• What to do instead
• Why calming exercises must start at home
• Introducing triggers the right way
• Setting realistic expectations
• When to get help

Our Sponsor is Top Gun Dog Training
In-home dog training services in the Huntsville, AL area at http://www.topgundogtraining.com

RESOURCES:
Podcast Website: http://puppytalkpodcast.com
Sponsor Website: http://www.topgundogtraining.com
Dale's books: https://www.amazon.com/author/dalebuchanan

Top Gun Dog Training in Huntsville, Alabama. Dog Trainer near me. Puppy Training in Madison, AL. Dog Behavior in Huntsville, AL.