Listen Dog Training: The Walk & Talk

Move with Meaning: Dopamine, Body Language & How Dogs Really Read You


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Before you even say a word, your dog has already read your body like a book… and made a decision.

In this juicy deep dive, we’re exploring the hidden power of movement, body language, spatial pressure, and proximity in dog training - and how understanding these subtle signals can completely transform your dog’s focus, behaviour, and emotional state.

But that’s not all.

We’re also pulling back the curtain on dopamine - the motivation molecule - and how it shapes your dog’s ability to learn, anticipate rewards, and stay engaged with you in even the most distracting environments. This episode is packed with insight, science, and real-world strategies to help you become magnetic to your dog… no treats required (well, not just treats 😉).

In this episode, you’ll learn:
  • How dogs read your body language with precision—and why it matters more than words
  • The role of pressure and proximity in shaping canine behaviour
  • What dopamine really is (spoiler: it's not just about pleasure)
  • Why anticipation is more powerful than the reward itself
  • How to build value in your presence through small, intentional changes
  • Practical, science-backed strategies to gamify your life together and drive engagement
  • How to become a walking cue for joy, safety, and reinforcement

  • 💻 Want to dive deeper into transforming your dog’s behaviour with science-backed strategies that actually work?


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