I talk a little in this second episode about the developmental stages both humans and dogs go through during their lifetime, the similarities and differences between the two species. This episode briefly covers adulthood and seniorhood.

Simple Solutions to Common Problems: A Dog Training Guide

I talk a little in this first episode about the developmental stages both humans and dogs go through during their lifetime, the similarities and differences between the two species. This episode briefly covers prenatal to sexual maturity. 

Registration is closing this week, if you'd like to see me talk about body language and communication next Saturday, 1/10/26.

My new website can be found at

I talk a little about how often to give a reinforcer when training a new behavior and how have the dog respond without a food reinforcer.

If you'd like to hear me talk for about an hour, you can register for "It Goes Without Saying: What Our Dogs are Trying to Tell Us" at

I talk a little bit about why you should never punish a growl.

Preregistration for "It Goes Without Saying: What Our Dogs are Trying to Tell Us," presented on January 10th:

I talk a little about the benefits and deficits of getting a dog during the holidays. A little late this week. I was doing some holiday shopping... not for a puppy.

If you'd like to purchase my books, you can do that here: 

The link to the article mentioned in this podcast: 

I talk a little bit about park etiquette and what appropriate play is and is not.

It Goes Without Saying: What Our Dogs are Trying to Tell Us:

I talk a little bit about how to become a dog trainer.

Companion Animal Sciences Institute: https://www.casinstitute.com/

Karen Pryor Academy: https://karenpryoracademy.com/

Victoria Stilwell Academy: https://www.vsdogtrainingacademy.com/

Don't Shoot the Dog: The Art of Teaching and Training by Karen Pryor: https://www.dogwise.com/dont-shoot-the-dog-the-art-of-teaching-and-training/

The Culture Clash by Jean Donaldson: https://www.dogwise.com/the-culture-clash/

The Other End of the Leash: Why We Do What We Do Around Dogs by Patricia McConnell: https://www.patriciamcconnell.com/product/the-other-end-of-the-leash-why-we-do-what-we-do-around-dogs/

For the Love of a Dog by Patricia McConnell: https://www.patriciamcconnell.com/product/for-the-love-of-a-dog/

The Human Half of Dog Training - Collaborating with Clients to Get Results by Risë VanFleet: https://www.dogwise.com/the-human-half-of-dog-training-collaborating-with-clients-to-get-results/

I talk a little bit about some common misconceptions about dogs.

The Language of Dogs: Understanding Canine Body Language and Other Communication Signals by Sarah Kalnajs

https://www.bluedogtraining.com/videos-dvds#LOD

For the Love of a Dog: Understanding Emotion in You and Your Best Friend by Patricia McConnell

https://www.patriciamcconnell.com/product/for-the-love-of-a-dog/

I talk a little bit about the importance of mental stimulation and  few ways to keep your dog thinking.

Dog and Storks registration:  https://www.como.gov/parks-and-recreation/programs-registration/register-online-activities-adult-sports-leagues/

I talk a little bit and summarize a few articles about resource guarding and how to address it. 

Dog and Storks registration:  https://www.como.gov/parks-and-recreation/programs-registration/register-online-activities-adult-sports-leagues/

Article Links: 

https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/resource/understanding-resource-guarding-and-knowing-when-to-seek-help/

https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/barks/barks-magazine-back-issues/

https://www.whole-dog-journal.com/behavior/resource-guarding/resource-guarding-and-what-to-do-about-it/