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The couch cushions. The rug. The corner of a cardboard box. It's easy to assume a dog chewing through things is a problem to correct. It might actually be a need going unmet.
Em talks with Adam and Chris, founders of Soda Pup, about what actually makes a chew toy durable, why sanctioned outlets for chewing and destruction often prevent the destructive behavior people are trying to stop, and what real enrichment looks like beyond just a walk twice a day.
You'll hear:
Press play if your dog's "bad behavior" has ever made you wonder what they're actually trying to tell you.
Free Enrichment Guide
Simple, low-pressure enrichment ideas to help your dog feel calmer and more fulfilled.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/livingwiththedoginfrontofyou
🐾 Help Us Hit the Road
We're raising money to take this podcast on the road — an RV, a microphone, and 20 years of experience coming to you.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/fuelthepodcast
Shop What Em Uses with Fitz & Toby
Enrichment tools, nutrition support, and daily essentials — all in one place.
👉 thedogwhoaskedformore.myshopdot.com
Free 15-Minute Clarity Call
Feeling stuck or unsure what your dog needs? Book a short call, and we'll talk through what's going on.
👉 https://thedogwhoaskedformore.hbportal.co/schedule/668856198dc476001953809b
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This podcast explores life with dogs, dog behavior, dog behavior problems, dog obedience, dog anxiety, reactive dogs, dog reactivity, and dog training. It's for the dog community navigating overwhelm, guilt, burnout, and self-doubt while struggling to keep up with a dog who asks for more. Episodes cover canine nutrition, dog food, dog enrichment, dog body language, dog communication, emotional healing, self-trust, personal growth, and finding real relief in the connection you have with your dog. Whether you're raising a reactive dog, feeling discouraged, or simply trying to better understand your dog and yourself, this podcast helps you create a calmer life together and strengthen the bond that changes both of you. We're now building to take this conversation on the road, bringing honest support directly to dog parents around the world.
Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase, it helps support the podcast and the RV tour.
Do you feel guilty leaving your dog out of holiday celebrations?
Many dog parents believe bringing their dog to every family gathering is part of being a good pet parent. But for many dogs, busy homes, unfamiliar guests, loud conversations, and disrupted routines create stress—not joy. In this episode, we explore why protecting your dog's peace can be one of the greatest gifts you give them during the holidays.
Through personal stories about Fitz and Toby, you'll learn how recognizing dog body language, respecting your dog's boundaries, and adjusting the environment can create calmer, safer holiday experiences for everyone.
By listening, you'll discover:
If you've ever wondered whether your dog really enjoys holiday gatherings—or if you've felt guilty leaving them home—this episode will help you make confident, compassionate choices that put your dog's emotional well-being first. Listen now and discover why sometimes the kindest holiday tradition is letting your dog skip the party.
🐾 Help Us Hit the Road
We're raising money to take this podcast on the road — an RV, a microphone, and 20 years of experience coming to you.
👉https://tinyurl.com/fuelthepodcast
Shop What Em Uses with Fitz & Toby
Enrichment tools, nutrition support, and daily essentials — all in one place.
👉 thedogwhoaskedformore.myshopdot.com
Free Enrichment Guide
Simple, low-pressure enrichment ideas to help your dog feel calmer and more fulfilled.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/livingwiththedoginfrontofyou
Free 15-Minute Clarity Call
Feeling stuck? We'll talk through what's going on and find the next step together.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmbooknow
This podcast explores life with dogs — including dog behavior, dog anxiety, reactive dogs, dog reactivity, dog training, and the relationship with your dog. It's for dog parents navigating overwhelm, chronic stress, burnout recovery, and the challenges of life with a dog who asks for more. Episodes cover dog nutrition, canine nutrition, pet nutrition, dog food, dog enrichment, dog body language, dog communication, emotional healing, healing with dogs, self-trust, personal growth, and building a deeper connection with your dog. Whether you're raising a reactive dog, feeling discouraged, or simply trying to better understand your dog and yourself, this podcast helps you create a calmer life together and strengthen the bond that changes both of you. We're now taking this conversation on the road, bringing honest support directly to dog parents across the country.
Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase, it helps support the podcast and the RV tour.
What if your rescue dog isn't being difficult—but trying to tell you something you haven't learned to hear yet?
In this special Gotcha Day episode celebrating Toby's 12th year home, I sit down with rescue advocate and foster Tracy Foster Lane to talk about what second chances really look like. We explore fear, trust, dog body language, rescue misconceptions, and why healing isn't measured in days or weeks, but in thousands of tiny moments of patience. Along the way, we discuss the realities of fostering, shelter life, owner surrenders, and the emotional journey of helping dogs recover from difficult beginnings.
By listening, you'll learn:
Whether you're living with a rescue dog, thinking about adopting, or simply want to understand dogs more deeply, this episode offers an honest look at the challenges, heartbreak, and incredible hope that come with giving a dog a second chance. Listen now and discover why changing one dog's life often changes your own.
🐾 Help Us Hit the Road
We're raising money to take this podcast on the road — an RV, a microphone, and 20 years of experience coming to you.
👉https://tinyurl.com/fuelthepodcast
Shop What Em Uses with Fitz & Toby
Enrichment tools, nutrition support, and daily essentials — all in one place.
👉 thedogwhoaskedformore.myshopdot.com
Free Enrichment Guide
Simple, low-pressure enrichment ideas to help your dog feel calmer and more fulfilled.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/livingwiththedoginfrontofyou
Free 15-Minute Clarity Call
Feeling stuck? We'll talk through what's going on and find the next step together.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmbooknow
This podcast explores life with dogs — including dog behavior, dog anxiety, reactive dogs, dog reactivity, dog training, and the relationship with your dog. It's for dog parents navigating overwhelm, chronic stress, burnout recovery, and the challenges of life with a dog who asks for more. Episodes cover dog nutrition, canine nutrition, pet nutrition, dog food, dog enrichment, dog body language, dog communication, emotional healing, healing with dogs, self-trust, personal growth, and building a deeper connection with your dog. Whether you're raising a reactive dog, feeling discouraged, or simply trying to better understand your dog and yourself, this podcast helps you create a calmer life together and strengthen the bond that changes both of you. We're now taking this conversation on the road, bringing honest support directly to dog parents across the country.
Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase, it helps support the podcast and the RV tour.
What if the rescue dog you thought you were saving was actually the one helping you heal?
Many of us adopt dogs believing we're giving them a second chance. But sometimes the relationship becomes something much deeper. In this emotional anniversary episode, Em shares Toby's rescue story—from a terrified bait dog facing euthanasia to a loyal companion who became a source of healing through trauma, grief, disability, and major life transitions. This episode explores the powerful human-animal bond, the lessons reactive dogs teach us about boundaries and trust, and why rescue is often as transformative for humans as it is for dogs.
After listening, you'll discover:
Press play to hear Toby's remarkable rescue story and discover how your own dog may be helping you heal in ways you haven't fully recognized yet.
Free Enrichment Guide
Simple, low-pressure enrichment ideas to help your dog feel calmer and more fulfilled.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/livingwiththedoginfrontofyou
Free 15-Minute Clarity Call
Feeling stuck or unsure what your dog needs?We’ll talk through what’s going on and find the next step together.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmbooknow
PetMatRx Supplements We Trust
Supplements that support gut health and daily wellness.
Use code FITZ20 to save.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/PETMATRXtdwafm
Email [email protected] to get in touch with Em
This podcast explores real life with dogs — including dog behavior, reactivity, dog anxiety, and everyday training challenges. It’s for overwhelmed dog parents who want a clearer understanding, practical support, and a stronger bond while navigating daily life with their dogs. Episodes cover canine nutrition, dog body language, dog food and behavior, gut health, enrichment for dogs, routines, and regulation — so life with your dog can feel calmer, more manageable, and more sustainable. Hosted by a dog trainer, canine nutrition coach, and retired vet tech, the show blends training, nutrition, and enrichment to support and bond with sensitive, anxious, and rescue dogs at home and in real life.
Affiliate links support the podcast and help fuel the RV dream 💛
What if your dog could learn where they’re welcome—and where they’re not—without gates, drilling holes, or constant supervision?
Many dog parents feel overwhelmed trying to manage household boundaries. Whether it's keeping your dog off the couch, away from the trash, out of certain rooms, or preventing door rushing, traditional solutions often rely on physical barriers, constant monitoring, or repetitive corrections. In this episode, Em sits down with Jesus, creator of Pet Sensor, to discuss a different approach: teaching dogs clear indoor boundaries through communication, consistency, and simple training principles that help reduce stress for both dogs and humans.
After listening, you'll discover:
Press play to learn how clear communication and simple boundary training can create a calmer, more peaceful home for both you and your dog.
Enrichment Outro
🐾 Help Us Hit the Road
We're raising money to take this podcast on the road — an RV, a microphone, and 20 years of experience coming to you.
👉https://tinyurl.com/fuelthepodcast
Shop What Em Uses with Fitz & Toby
Enrichment tools, nutrition support, and daily essentials — all in one place.
👉 thedogwhoaskedformore.myshopdot.com
Free Enrichment Guide
Simple, low-pressure enrichment ideas to help your dog feel calmer and more fulfilled.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/livingwiththedoginfrontofyou
Free 15-Minute Clarity Call
Feeling stuck? We'll talk through what's going on and find the next step together.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmbooknow
This podcast explores life with dogs — including dog behavior, dog anxiety, reactive dogs, dog reactivity, dog training, and the relationship with your dog. It's for dog parents navigating overwhelm, chronic stress, burnout recovery, and the challenges of life with a dog who asks for more. Episodes cover dog nutrition, canine nutrition, pet nutrition, dog food, dog enrichment, dog body language, dog communication, emotional healing, healing with dogs, self-trust, personal growth, and building a deeper connection with your dog. Whether you're raising a reactive dog, feeling discouraged, or simply trying to better understand your dog and yourself, this podcast helps you create a calmer life together and strengthen the bond that changes both of you. We're now taking this conversation on the road, bringing honest support directly to dog parents across the country.
Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase, it helps support the podcast and the RV tour.
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"She Thought Her Dog Was Failing Her. He Was Asking for More." | Dog Training
Here's the description:
For years, Em thought the answer was to try harder. Longer walks, more fetch, more discipline. Fitz kept barking, kept reacting, kept shutting down anyway. Then she realized he wasn't failing the training. He was asking for something completely different.
In this episode, Em shares the realization that gave the show its name: that the dogs who need more aren't broken, and the humans who love them aren't failing either. She walks through what actually changed once she stopped pushing Fitz into environments built for other dogs and started building a life around what he actually needed.
You'll hear:
Press play if you've ever felt like you've tried everything with your dog and nothing's working, and you're starting to wonder if you're the one failing.
Free Enrichment Guide
Simple, low-pressure enrichment ideas to help your dog feel calmer and more fulfilled.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/livingwiththedoginfrontofyou
🐾 Help Us Hit the Road
We're raising money to take this podcast on the road — an RV, a microphone, and 20 years of experience coming to you.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/fuelthepodcast
Shop What Em Uses with Fitz & Toby
Enrichment tools, nutrition support, and daily essentials — all in one place.
👉 thedogwhoaskedformore.myshopdot.com
Free 15-Minute Clarity Call
Feeling stuck or unsure what your dog needs? Book a short call, and we'll talk through what's going on.
👉 https://thedogwhoaskedformore.hbportal.co/schedule/668856198dc476001953809b
Questions
This podcast explores life with dogs, dog behavior, dog behavior problems, dog obedience, dog anxiety, reactive dogs, dog reactivity, and dog training. It's for the dog community navigating overwhelm, guilt, burnout, and self-doubt while struggling to keep up with a dog who asks for more. Episodes cover canine nutrition, dog food, dog enrichment, dog body language, dog communication, emotional healing, self-trust, personal growth, and finding real relief in the connection you have with your dog. Whether you're raising a reactive dog, feeling discouraged, or simply trying to better understand your dog and yourself, this podcast helps you create a calmer life together and strengthen the bond that changes both of you. We're now building to take this conversation on the road, bringing honest support directly to dog parents around the world.
Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase, it helps support the podcast and the RV tour.
Have you ever wondered if you're getting dog training advice from someone who truly understands behavior—or someone who's just good at social media?
In this powerful conversation, I sit down with dog trainer Josh Taylor to talk about the unexpected journey that took him from a 17-year career investigating organized crime to helping thousands of dogs and their families. Along the way, we dive into what makes a great trainer, why curiosity matters more than certainty, and the difficult conversations many people avoid having about serious behavior cases.
In This Episode, You'll Hear:
If you've ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting advice online, struggled to find the right support for your dog, or wondered how experienced trainers approach complex behavior challenges, this episode offers a thoughtful and compassionate perspective.
Listen now for a conversation about dog training, reactive dogs, behavior assessment, trust building, social media myths, professional growth, and what it really means to advocate for the dog in front of you. 💛🐾
Free Enrichment Guide: Paws, Brains, and Fun
Start here. This free guide introduces simple, low-pressure enrichment ideas to help your dog feel calmer, more fulfilled, and more connected in everyday life.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmenrichmentebook
Free 15-Minute Clarity Call
Feeling stuck or unsure what your dog needs?
We’ll talk through what’s going on and find the next step together.👉 https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmbooknow
PetMatRx Supplements We Trust
Supplements that support gut health and daily wellness.
Use code FITZ20 to save.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/PETMATRXtdwafm
Email [email protected] to get in touch with Em
This podcast explores real life with dogs — including dog behavior, reactivity, dog anxiety, and everyday training challenges. It’s for overwhelmed dog parents who want a clearer understanding, practical support, and a stronger bond while navigating daily life with their dogs. Episodes cover canine nutrition, dog body language, dog food and behavior, gut health, enrichment for dogs, routines, and regulation — so life with your dog can feel calmer, more manageable, and more sustainable. Hosted by a dog trainer, canine nutrition coach, and retired vet tech, the show blends training, nutrition, and enrichment to support and bond with sensitive, anxious, and rescue dogs at home and in real life.
Affiliate links support the podcast and help fuel the RV dream 💛
For many dogs, Halloween isn't fun—it's overwhelming. Between constant doorbells, strangers in costumes, loud noises, disrupted routines, and unexpected visitors, the holiday can create a perfect storm of dog anxiety, stress, and sensory overload.
In this episode, we talk about why Halloween can be especially challenging for anxious dogs, reactive dogs, and dogs who thrive on routine. More importantly, we explore how to support your dog without feeling pressured to participate in traditions that don't serve them.
In This Episode, You'll Hear:
If you've ever worried about barking at trick-or-treaters, struggled with a stressed dog during holidays, or felt pressure to make your dog participate in activities they don't enjoy, this episode is your permission slip to choose a quieter path.
Listen now for an honest conversation about dog anxiety, reactive dog challenges, trust building, enrichment, and creating a safe space for your dog during stressful events. 💛🐾
Free Enrichment Guide:
Simple, low-pressure enrichment ideas to help your dog feel calmer and more fulfilled.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/livingwiththedoginfrontofyou
Free 15-Minute Clarity Call
Feeling stuck or unsure what your dog needs?We’ll talk through what’s going on and find the next step together.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmbooknow
PetMat Rx Supplements We Trust
Supplements that support gut health and daily wellness.
Use code FITZ20 to save.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/PETMATRXtdwafm
Email [email protected] to get in touch with Em
This podcast explores life with dogs — including dog behavior, dog anxiety, reactive dogs, dog reactivity, dog training, and the relationship with your dog. It's for dog parents navigating overwhelm, chronic stress, burnout recovery, and the challenges of life with a dog who asks for more. Episodes cover dog nutrition, canine nutrition, pet nutrition, dog food, dog enrichment, dog body language, dog communication, emotional healing, healing with dogs, self-trust, personal growth, and building a deeper connection with your dog. Whether you're raising a reactive dog, feeling discouraged, or simply trying to better understand your dog and yourself, this podcast helps you create a calmer life together and strengthen the bond that changes both of you. We're now taking this conversation on the road, bringing honest support directly to dog parents across the country.
Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase, it helps support the podcast and the RV tour.
Have you ever wondered if bathing your dog too often could actually be making their skin issues worse?
Most dog parents want to do what's best for their dogs, but when it comes to dog skin care, there is a lot of conflicting advice. If your dog struggles with itching, odor, irritation, or recurring skin problems, the solution may not be another bath or a different shampoo.
In this episode, I sit down with veterinarian, author, and founder of Dog by Dr. Lisa, Dr. Lisa Chimes, to talk about what healthy skin actually needs to thrive. We explore the connection between grooming habits, allergies, skin barrier health, and the simple changes that can support your dog's long-term wellbeing.
In This Episode, You'll Hear:
If you've been searching for answers about your dog's skin, coat, or overall health, this conversation offers a fresh perspective that could change how you approach grooming and care.
Listen now to learn how better dog skin care can support your dog's comfort, improve dog health, and help you make more confident decisions about their long-term wellbeing. 💛🐾
Special Offer:
Use code EMILY15 to save 15% on your order at DOG by Dr. Lisa — Em’s go-to for gentle, effective skin care products.
https://us.dogbydrlisa.com/pages/dog-suppplies
Dog Body Language Quiz
Not sure what your dog’s behavior is communicating?Take the free quiz and get a resource matched to your results.👉 https://tinyurl.com/dogbodylanguagequiz
Free 15-Minute Clarity Call
Feeling stuck or unsure what your dog needs?Book a short call and we’ll talk through what’s going on.👉 https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmbooknow
PetMatRx Supplements We TrustSupport gut health and daily wellness. Use code FITZ20 to save.👉 https://tinyurl.com/PETMATRXtdwafm
Email [email protected] to get in touch with Em
New episodes of The Dog Who Asked for More release every Monday and Wednesday.
This podcast explores life with dogs and life with pets through dog behavior, reactive dogs, dog anxiety, and real-life dog training challenges. It supports overwhelmed pet parents who want to better understand dog body language, communication, daily routines, and canine enrichment so dog life feels clearer and more manageable. Episodes focus on dog behavior while offering practical help and support, exploring common behavior patterns, and addressing real-life challenges many pet parents face — including experiences like dog barking, habits, obedience, and socialization — while also speaking to the emotional side of living with sensitive dogs and navigating lifestyle with dogs.
Hosted by a canine nutritionist, dog nutrition coach, dog trainer, and retired vet tech, the show covers canine nutrition, dog nutrition, dog food and behavior, dog gut health, training challenges, training burnout, rescue dogs, dog grief, dog enrichment ideas, dog health, and dog myths — while exploring what it looks like to build a calmer, healthier life with your dog and strengthen the dog–human bond.
Affiliate Disclosure:
This episode includes affiliate links. If you purchase through them, Em may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Supporting partner brands helps keep this podcast free and accessible.
More fetch. Longer walks. All the exercise advice says the same thing, and somehow the dog is still bouncing off the walls, especially now that it's getting dark and cold earlier and outside time is harder to come by.
Em walks through seven indoor enrichment games designed to actually calm a dog down instead of just tiring them out, using mental stimulation instead of more physical exercise to help a dog settle.
You'll hear:
Press play if your dog is bouncing off the walls no matter how much you walk them, and you're ready to try something that actually works.
Free Enrichment Guide
Simple, low-pressure enrichment ideas to help your dog feel calmer and more fulfilled.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/livingwiththedoginfrontofyou
🐾 Help Us Hit the Road
We're raising money to take this podcast on the road — an RV, a microphone, and 20 years of experience coming to you.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/fuelthepodcast
Shop What Em Uses with Fitz & Toby
Enrichment tools, nutrition support, and daily essentials — all in one place.
👉 thedogwhoaskedformore.myshopdot.com
Free 15-Minute Clarity Call
Feeling stuck or unsure what your dog needs? Book a short call, and we'll talk through what's going on.
👉 https://thedogwhoaskedformore.hbportal.co/schedule/668856198dc476001953809b
Questions
This podcast explores life with dogs, dog behavior, dog behavior problems, dog obedience, dog anxiety, reactive dogs, dog reactivity, and dog training. It's for the dog community navigating overwhelm, guilt, burnout, and self-doubt while struggling to keep up with a dog who asks for more. Episodes cover canine nutrition, dog food, dog enrichment, dog body language, dog communication, emotional healing, self-trust, personal growth, and finding real relief in the connection you have with your dog. Whether you're raising a reactive dog, feeling discouraged, or simply trying to better understand your dog and yourself, this podcast helps you create a calmer life together and strengthen the bond that changes both of you. We're now building to take this conversation on the road, bringing honest support directly to dog parents around the world.
Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase, it helps support the podcast and the RV tour.
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