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Does your dog pee when they’re happy—or pull like a sled team on walks? In this expert-led episode of Irreplaceable Tails, host Mallory Dickinson, RVT welcomes back Dr. Ken Ramirez, Executive Vice President & Chief Training Officer at Karen Pryor Clicker Training, to explore the behavioral science behind everyday pet struggles. From potty training without shame to replacing bad habits with better ones, this conversation is packed with practical strategies and positive reinforcement techniques that actually work.
🎧 What you'll discover:
👥 Who will love this episode:
🎬 Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome Dr. Ken Ramirez + excited peeing 101
02:00 – Potty training without punishment
05:00 – Crate & confinement success during early puppyhood
08:00 – Leash pulling vs. leash reactivity: what’s the difference?
12:00 – The power of sniff walks + mental stimulation
17:00 – Smart dogs or smart training? Why cue-based learning works
22:00 – “Leave it” redefined: teaching dogs to check in instead
24:30 – Final thoughts on behavioral success for pet parents
🔔 Stay Connected:
🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.
📸 Follow us: @Pacific.Lens.Studios
📥 Contact: [email protected]
Ep. 9
#IrreplaceableTails #KenRamirez #DogTrainingTips
By Gershon AlalufDoes your dog pee when they’re happy—or pull like a sled team on walks? In this expert-led episode of Irreplaceable Tails, host Mallory Dickinson, RVT welcomes back Dr. Ken Ramirez, Executive Vice President & Chief Training Officer at Karen Pryor Clicker Training, to explore the behavioral science behind everyday pet struggles. From potty training without shame to replacing bad habits with better ones, this conversation is packed with practical strategies and positive reinforcement techniques that actually work.
🎧 What you'll discover:
👥 Who will love this episode:
🎬 Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome Dr. Ken Ramirez + excited peeing 101
02:00 – Potty training without punishment
05:00 – Crate & confinement success during early puppyhood
08:00 – Leash pulling vs. leash reactivity: what’s the difference?
12:00 – The power of sniff walks + mental stimulation
17:00 – Smart dogs or smart training? Why cue-based learning works
22:00 – “Leave it” redefined: teaching dogs to check in instead
24:30 – Final thoughts on behavioral success for pet parents
🔔 Stay Connected:
🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.
📸 Follow us: @Pacific.Lens.Studios
📥 Contact: [email protected]
Ep. 9
#IrreplaceableTails #KenRamirez #DogTrainingTips