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Struggling with a challenging, reactive, or overly sensitive dog? You’re not alone—and you’re not failing. In this powerful episode, top dog trainers Lauren Langman and Sam reveal the proven games-based training methods they use to transform “naughty but nice” dogs into calm, confident, and focused companions.

Discover how to replace traditional obedience struggles with playful strategies that work with your dog’s emotions, not against them. This episode explores:

🔁 The Disengagement Pattern that teaches your dog to tune in to you instead of distractions
🧳 The Magic Suitcase method—a mobile safe zone for anxious dogs in stressful environments
🦁 Why trick training builds unstoppable confidence in timid or fearful dogs
🔲 The Disengagement Square, a walk-time game that shifts stress into calm focus
🍖 The surprising power of scatter feeding as a decompression tool

From reactive terriers to overwhelmed rescues, Lauren and Sam share real-world stories, tips, and techniques that you can implement today, whether your dog is a puppy or well into adulthood.

If your dog’s big feelings are getting in the way of daily life, this episode will give you hope, direction, and a practical plan for transformation.

🎧 Listen now and start your journey with your “naughty but nice” dog today.

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