In this episode of Paws and Pawsitivity, certified dog trainer Jamie Watkinson-Harvey explores the powerful concept of stress stacking. You will learn why your dog’s behaviour never comes out of nowhere, how their stress bucket fills throughout the day and how early body language signals allow you to step in before emotions spill over.

Jamie explains the science behind stress, frustration and emotional overwhelm and how everyday experiences such as noise, excitement, frustration and changes in routine quietly add pressure to your dog’s system. Using kind, force free methods, this episode teaches you how to lower stress levels, protect your dog from overload and support calmer, more confident behaviour.

This episode is perfect for anxious dog guardians, reactive dog guardians and anyone who wants a deeper, kinder understanding of canine emotions using positive reinforcement and welfare based training.

Listen, learn and help your dog feel safer in a busy world.

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Is your dog really being stubborn, or is something deeper going on? In this episode of Paws and Pawsitivity, certified dog trainer Jamie Watkinson-Harvey breaks down one of the most common misconceptions in dog training, the idea of the stubborn dog.

If your dog seems to ignore cues on walks, switch off around distractions or respond beautifully at home but struggle outside, you are not alone. This episode explains what is really happening from an emotional and behavioural point of view. Jamie explores why dogs often look as if they are not listening and how stress, overwhelm, the environment and reinforcement history all play a major role in canine learning.

With clear, kind and force free guidance, this episode helps dog guardians understand why stubbornness does not exist in dogs. Instead, Jamie shows how to support your dog through positive reinforcement, confidence building and training that respects your dog’s emotional needs.

This episode is ideal for new dog guardians, rescue adopters, guardians of reactive dogs and anyone wanting to strengthen their bond with their dog through ethical, science backed training.

Watch more episodes on YouTube at @PTA_Dog and share this episode with someone who needs reassurance, clarity and kinder training advice.

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Is your dog really being stubborn, or is something deeper going on? In this episode of Paws and Pawsitivity, certified dog trainer Jamie Watkinson-Harvey breaks down one of the most common misconceptions in dog training, the idea of the stubborn dog.

If your dog seems to ignore cues on walks, switch off around distractions or respond beautifully at home but struggle outside, you are not alone. This episode explains what is really happening from an emotional and behavioural point of view. Jamie explores why dogs often look as if they are not listening and how stress, overwhelm, the environment and reinforcement history all play a major role in canine learning.

With clear, kind and force free guidance, this episode helps dog guardians understand why stubbornness does not exist in dogs. Instead, Jamie shows how to support your dog through positive reinforcement, confidence building and training that respects your dog’s emotional needs.

This episode is ideal for new dog guardians, rescue adopters, guardians of reactive dogs and anyone wanting to strengthen their bond with their dog through ethical, science backed training.

Watch more episodes on YouTube at @PTA_Dog and share this episode with someone who needs reassurance, clarity and kinder training advice.

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Intro music owned and licensed exclusively by Jamie Watkinson-Harvey.

Welcoming a new rescue dog into your home is exciting, but introductions can make or break the harmony between dogs.

In this episode of Paws and Pawsitivity, I am Jamie Watkinson-Harvey, Certified Dog Trainer and Behaviour Consultant at Pawfect Training Academy. I explain how to introduce a rescue dog to your resident dog calmly and safely, using only positive, force-free methods.

Learn why face-to-face greetings are best avoided, what environmental setups work, and how to read both dogs’ body language to prevent tension. With threshold management, structured decompression and confidence-building strategies, you can set both dogs up for lifelong friendship.

🐾 You will learn:

• Why controlled distance matters more than “letting them meet”

• How to use parallel walks and neutral spaces

• The importance of scent swapping before sight introductions

• How to manage excitement, anxiety and over-arousal

• What to do indoors once both dogs are comfortable

Whether you are preparing for your first foster dog or helping your current dogs adjust to a new companion, this episode will guide you through each step with compassion and science-backed clarity.

🌐 Visit www.pta.dog

for detailed handouts, remote training support and welfare resources.

📩 Email: [email protected]

📱 Call or WhatsApp: 01761 206 056

📸 Instagram: @PTA_Dog

❤️ Like, share and subscribe to Paws and Pawsitivity on YouTube @PTA_Dog for more ethical, fear-free dog training advice every week.

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Every loving dog guardian wants their pup to live a happy, balanced life, but are we really meeting all their needs?

In this heartfelt episode of Paws and Pawsitivity, I am Jamie Watkinson-Harvey, Certified Dog Trainer and Behaviour Consultant at Pawfect Training Academy. I explore the five key welfare needs every dog depends on: comfort, companionship, health, natural behaviour and joy, and how each one shapes your dog’s overall wellbeing.

Using real stories from my own dogs, French Bulldogs Onyx and Penny, and rescue Staffie Reggie, I show how small, thoughtful changes can make a huge difference to a dog’s happiness and emotional balance.

🐾 You will learn:

• What the five welfare needs really mean in daily life

• Simple ways to meet comfort, health and social needs at home

• How natural behaviour and play reduce stress and build confidence

• Why joy is an essential part of welfare, not an optional extra

• How awareness and compassion create happier, healthier dogs

This episode is not about perfection; it is about perspective, empathy and understanding the world through your dog’s eyes.

🌐 Visit www.pta.dog

for welfare resources, online training and positive support.

📩 Email: [email protected]

📱 Call or WhatsApp: 01761 206 056

📸 Instagram: @PTA_Dog

❤️ Like, share and subscribe to Paws and Pawsitivity for weekly episodes that celebrate kind, ethical, science-based training and true canine wellbeing.

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Fireworks can be terrifying for our dogs, and while we can often keep them cosy indoors, sometimes a toilet break or short walk is unavoidable.

In this episode of Paws and Pawsitivity, I am Jamie Watkinson-Harvey, Certified Dog Trainer and Behaviour Consultant at Pawfect Training Academy. I share how to keep your dog safe, calm and secure when the fireworks start flying.

Learn why even the most reliable dogs can bolt in fear, why off-lead walks are never worth the risk during fireworks season, and what simple changes can make a big difference to your dog’s safety and confidence.

🐾 You will learn:

• Why fear changes your dog’s behaviour

• How to keep walks short, safe and predictable

• Essential harness and lead safety for anxious dogs

• Calming strategies to reduce stress before and after walks

• How to handle necessary toilet trips during fireworks

🌐 Visit www.pta.dog for more safety advice, online training and behaviour support.

📩 Email: [email protected]

📱 Call or WhatsApp: 01761 206 056

📸 Instagram: @PTA_Dog

❤️ Subscribe to Paws and Pawsitivity on YouTube @PTA_Dog for weekly positive, force-free dog training episodes designed to help dogs feel safe and understood.

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Bonfire Night can be a nightmare for our dogs, but it does not have to be.

In this episode of Paws and Pawsitivity, I am Jamie Watkinson-Harvey, Certified Dog Trainer and Behaviour Consultant at Pawfect Training Academy. I share expert, kind and science-backed advice to help you keep your dog safe, calm and confident during fireworks season.

🐾 You will learn:

✨ How to prevent panic and escape attempts

🎶 How to use calming music and create a cosy safe space

🐶 How to comfort your dog without worrying about “reinforcing” fear

💡 How to work on sound desensitisation using positive reinforcement

❤️ How to prepare now to make next year’s fireworks easier

Whether your dog hides under the bed or trembles at the first bang, this episode will help you bring calm, comfort and confidence back into your home.

🌐 Visit www.pta.dog for free handouts, online support and training resources.

📩 Email: [email protected]

📱 Call or WhatsApp: 01761 206 056

📸 Instagram: @PTA_Dog

❤️ Like, share and subscribe to Paws and Pawsitivity for kind, force-free training advice every week that helps anxious dogs feel safe and supported.

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Halloween might be a treat for us, but it can be a real trick for our dogs.

In this special Halloween episode of Paws and Pawsitivity, I am Jamie Watkinson-Harvey, Certified Dog Trainer and Behaviour Consultant at Pawfect Training Academy. I share practical, kind and science-backed advice to help keep your dog calm, comfortable and safe during spooky season.

🐾 You will learn:

• How to help your dog cope with strange decorations and sounds

• Which Halloween hazards to avoid, including chocolate, xylitol and fake cobwebs

• How to plan safe, stress-free walks during trick-or-treating

• How to create a calm, comforting space at home for your dog

Whether your pup is scared of ghosts or just the neighbour’s giant inflatable spider, this episode will help you keep tails wagging through Halloween night.

🌐 Visit www.pta.dog for online training

📩 Email: [email protected]

📱 Call or WhatsApp: 01761 206 056

📸 Instagram: @PTA_Dog

❤️ Like, share and subscribe to Paws and Pawsitivity for kind, positive reinforcement advice that helps dogs feel safe all year round.

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Intro music owned and licensed exclusively by Jamie Watkinson-Harvey.

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Halloween might be a treat for us, but it can be a real trick for our dogs. In this special Halloween episode, certified dog trainer and behaviour consultant Jamie Watkinson-Harvey shares practical tips for keeping your pup calm, comfortable, and safe during spooky season.

Learn how to:

• Help your dog cope with strange decorations and sounds

• Avoid dangers like chocolate, xylitol, and fake cobwebs

• Keep walks stress-free during trick-or-treating

• Create a calm, safe space for your dog at home

Whether your dog’s afraid of ghosts or just the neighbour’s giant inflatable spider, Jamie’s got you covered with pawsitive, force-free advice that keeps tails wagging.

🎧 Watch the full episode now on YouTube: @PTA_Dog

🐶 Follow for more training tips, podcast updates, and feel-good dog stories.

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Halloween might be a treat for us, but it can be a real trick for our dogs. In this special Halloween episode, certified dog trainer and behaviour consultant Jamie Watkinson-Harvey shares practical tips for keeping your pup calm, comfortable, and safe during spooky season.

Learn how to:

• ​ Help your dog cope with strange decorations and sounds
• ​ Avoid dangers like chocolate, xylitol, and fake cobwebs
• ​ Keep walks stress-free during trick-or-treating
• ​ Create a calm, safe space for your dog at home

Whether your dog’s afraid of ghosts or just the neighbour’s giant inflatable spider, Jamie’s got you covered with pawsitive, force-free advice that keeps tails wagging.

🎧 Watch the full episode now on YouTube: @PTA_Dog

🐶 Follow for more training tips, podcast updates, and feel-good dog stories.

#HalloweenDogSafety #DogTrainingTips #PositiveReinforcement #ForceFreeTraining #PawsAndPawsitivity #PTADog #DogBehaviour #AnxiousDog #DogOwnerAdvice #DogSafety #ClickerTraining #dogpodcast

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