In this episode, Nikki and Britteny discuss reinforcements and rewards. There are a variety of reinforcements and rewards  dog guardians can use, however, do dogs really find them rewarding? How rewarding is your dog's favorite treat when you are out in public versus at home? Do you know what motivates your dog? Listen now to better understand how motivation plays into reinforcement and reward and learn that what you think is a high value reward to your dog really isn't.

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Decoding Your Dog: A Live Behavior Support Session

Join me for a live virtual Q&A designed to help you make sense of your dog’s behavior and get clear, actionable guidance you can apply immediately. Whether you’re navigating reactivity, fear, stress-related behaviors, or everyday challenges, this session gives you the opportunity to ask direct questions and receive expert support in real time. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what drives your dog’s behavior and practical steps you can start using the same day. Open to all dog guardians—bring your questions.

January 8th, 2026

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