Ever wondered what your Doodle groomer is really thinking — or why grooming costs so much? 🐶✂️ In this eye-opening episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, I sit down with River Lee, master grooming technician and owner of The Savvy Groomer, to reveal what goes on behind the scenes in the grooming world.

💡 We cover everything from grooming costs and coat care to how the “Doodle Deluge” has changed the industry. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of your groomer and practical tips to make every grooming visit smoother for you and your pup.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode

✔️ How often should Doodles be groomed — and when should they start?
 ✔️ Why grooming is so expensive (hint: it’s much more than a haircut!)
 ✔️ What skills and stressors professional groomers face daily
 ✔️ How the explosion of Doodles changed the grooming industry
 ✔️ Why Doodles got a “bad reputation” with groomers (and the truth behind it)
 ✔️ How to set both your Doodle and your groomer up for success

🐾 Bonus: In my Amazon #1 bestseller Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint, I include a realistic grooming schedule by age and coat type — a must-have for every Doodle parent.

🎁 FREE GIFT: The Doodle Coat ‘Must Haves’ Cheat Sheet → Download here

🔥 Quotable Moments

📢 “If your dog isn’t accustomed to grooming from a young age, they will always be stressed by the environment (and likely their coat will be badly matted).” — River Lee
📢 “Hand-scissoring isn’t a standard service — it’s an advanced skill that takes time and precision.” — River Lee
📢 “Prioritizing ‘humanity over vanity’ means focusing on your Doodle’s comfort, not just their Instagram-worthy cut.” — River Lee

🐾 WANT TO BRUSH YOUR DOODLE THE RIGHT WAY?

🎙️ Listen to [Episode #6] for expert tips on preventing mats & making grooming a breeze!

 🎧 Hit play now for insider grooming advice that will keep your Doodle looking & feeling their best!

Do you want help keeping track of all the sights, sounds, textures, places, and people that your doodle needs positive, ongoing, and quality exposures to? Don't try to keep track of it all in your mind by using my free Doodle Puppy Socialization Checklist! Download it for free now at https://thedoodlepro.com/socialization.

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Your Doodle is always communicating — the question is, can you understand what they’re saying? 🐾 From subtle stress signals to happy “green light” cues, learning to read your dog’s body language is one of the most powerful ways to build trust and prevent problems.

In this second part of our body language series, we unpack the most common signals Doodles use, why they sometimes get missed, and how you can start “speaking fluent Doodle” today.

✨ What You’ll Learn

✔️ How to spot the early signs of stress before they escalate
 ✔️ What anxiety really looks like in dogs (it’s not always what you think)
✔️ Why Doodles communicate differently than many other breeds
✔️ How to keep dog-to-dog greetings calmer and safer
✔️ Practical training techniques to respond with confidence

🔥 Quotable Moments

📢 “Dogs are constantly communicating, but we have to learn to listen.”
📢 “Reading body language can prevent so many issues—anxiety, fear, reactivity—it all starts with awareness.”

👉 Don’t miss Ep 39, where we introduced the foundations of Doodle body language.
🎁 Take the FREE Dog Body Language Quiz now → thedoodlepro.com/body

🎧 Hit play—because understanding your Doodle’s body language is the key to a calmer, more connected life together.

Do you want help keeping track of all the sights, sounds, textures, places, and people that your doodle needs positive, ongoing, and quality exposures to? Don't try to keep track of it all in your mind by using my free Doodle Puppy Socialization Checklist! Download it for free now at https://thedoodlepro.com/socialization.

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🎁 FREE QUIZ: Think you can read dog body language? Put your skills to the test → thedoodlepro.com/body

Your Doodle is talking to you all the time — through their eyes, ears, tail, and posture. The question is: are you catching what they’re saying? 🐾

In this first part of a special two-part series, I’ll walk you through the subtle signals Doodles use to show stress, excitement, fear, and over-arousal — and how learning to “speak dog” can change your relationship forever.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode

✔️ Why Doodles communicate differently from other breeds
 ✔️ How to read stress and anxiety before it escalates
 ✔️ Subtle signs of fear vs. excitement (and how to tell the difference)
 ✔️ Tension cues you might be missing at the dog park
 ✔️ Why speaking dog = a calmer, more connected bond

💬 “Once you’re fluent in dog body language, you can’t stop hearing what the dogs are trying to say.” — Corinne Gearhart

🎧 Hit play now — then test your new skills with the FREE Dog Body Language Quiz → thedoodlepro.com/body

👉 And don’t miss Part 2 in Ep 40, where we cover the most misread Doodle signals and how to advocate for your pup in social settings.

Do you want help keeping track of all the sights, sounds, textures, places, and people that your doodle needs positive, ongoing, and quality exposures to? Don't try to keep track of it all in your mind by using my free Doodle Puppy Socialization Checklist! Download it for free now at https://thedoodlepro.com/socialization.

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Does your dog constantly scavenge for food or grab forbidden things off the ground? Some Doodle mixes are especially prone to acting like they’re never full, eating anything in sight—safe or not.

In Part 2 of my interview with Simone Mueller, author of Don’t Eat That and expert in Predation Substitute Training, we dig into why dogs scavenge and, most importantly, how to stop it.

✨ What You’ll Learn

✔️ Why some dogs are always scavenging for food
 ✔️ Why dogs eat everything off the ground (even poop, rocks, or clothes!)
 ✔️ How to stop scavenging at home and on walks
 ✔️ When and how to consider a muzzle safely
 ✔️ Practical training tools for scavenging prevention

🐾 BONUS: Have a Doodle who loves to hunt or herd? Play Simone’s free Stalking Game with your pup! 👉 Download here

🎧 Hit play now for expert insights and science-based solutions to stop scavenging behavior!

Do you want help keeping track of all the sights, sounds, textures, places, and people that your doodle needs positive, ongoing, and quality exposures to? Don't try to keep track of it all in your mind by using my free Doodle Puppy Socialization Checklist! Download it for free now at https://thedoodlepro.com/socialization.

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Does your Doodle grab everything in sight — from dirty socks and trash to random items on walks? Some Doodle mixes are more prone to scavenging, always on the hunt for food, even when they shouldn’t be!

In Part 1 of my interview with Simone Mueller, trainer and author of Don’t Eat That, we uncover the science behind scavenging behavior and how to manage it safely.

✨ What You’ll Learn

✔️ Why some dogs are always scavenging for food
 ✔️ Why dogs eat everything off the ground — even poop, rocks, or clothing
 ✔️ The science behind scavenging behavior
 ✔️ When and how to consider a muzzle for safety
 ✔️ How to stop scavenging at home and on walks
 ✔️ Why impulse control is the missing piece

🐾 BONUS: Have a Doodle who loves to hunt or herd? Play Simone’s free Stalking Game with your pup 👉 Download here

💡 Want to build your Doodle’s impulse control? Try my Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™ — a step-by-step program designed to help even the most snack-obsessed Doodles find their calm.

🎧 Tune in now to discover why your Doodle won’t stop scavenging — and what you can do about it!

Do you want help keeping track of all the sights, sounds, textures, places, and people that your doodle needs positive, ongoing, and quality exposures to? Don't try to keep track of it all in your mind by using my free Doodle Puppy Socialization Checklist! Download it for free now at https://thedoodlepro.com/socialization.

🐾 Got a small dog (30 lbs or less)? Thinking of adding one to your family? This episode is your Small Dogs 101 guide!

Whether you’ve got a tiny puppy, an adult small breed, or you’re still considering if a small dog is right for you, this conversation dives into everything small dog parents need to know.

At the time of our recording, Tess Morgan was running Treat Yourself Dog Training in London, Ontario, and specialized in small breed behavior and welfare. Tess shares her expertise and busts myths about raising small dogs, drawing from her years of experience working with small dog parents.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode

✔️ How to housetrain small dogs more effectively
 ✔️ The truth about “Little Dog Syndrome” — is it real or a myth?
 ✔️ How to reduce barking & build confidence in small dogs
 ✔️ Why small dogs sometimes struggle with leash training
 ✔️ Common mistakes small dog parents make (and how to fix them)

🐾 PLUS: Why small dogs are often misunderstood—and how positive reinforcement can help them feel safe, confident, and happy in a big world.

📚 Want to learn more about smaller mixes of Doodles and their unique needs? I cover grooming, training, and daily schedules for every Doodle size inside my Amazon #1 bestseller, Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint.

🎧 Hit play now for your crash course in Small Dogs 101!

Do you want help keeping track of all the sights, sounds, textures, places, and people that your doodle needs positive, ongoing, and quality exposures to? Don't try to keep track of it all in your mind by using my free Doodle Puppy Socialization Checklist! Download it for free now at https://thedoodlepro.com/socialization.

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Doodle parents — does your dog have endless energy, jump all over guests, or struggle to settle down? 🐶💨

After spending over 50,000 hours working directly with Doodles, I know what works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to raising calmer, happier dogs. That’s why I created Zoomies to Zen™, the Doodle-specific training program inside The Doodle Pro® Academy.

✨ Doors aren't open yet for the next session, join the waitlist now to be the first to know when they are: thedoodlepro.com/zoomiestozen

🎯 In the Meantime…

Want to get started right away? Try my Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™, a step-by-step self-study course designed to build your Doodle’s impulse control in just minutes a day. It’s the perfect foundation before joining Zoomies to Zen™.

👉 Learn more here: thedoodlepro.com/relaxationprotocol 

Why do some people dislike Doodles? Where does the bias come from?

In this episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, I dive deep into the origins of anti-Doodle bias, the trends shaping public perception, and where I see Doodle mixes heading in the future.

Many Doodle parents encounter this bias from groomers, breed purists, and even trainers — but why?

✨ What You’ll Learn

✔️ The roots of “Doodle hate” and the biggest misconceptions
 ✔️ What groomers, trainers, and breed enthusiasts say about Doodles
 ✔️ The most common frustrations people have with Doodle mixes
 ✔️ How Doodle parents can navigate this bias with confidence
 ✔️ Why this conversation is an essential step toward Bridging the Doodle Divide™

🎧 Want to hear more?
 📢 Groomers & Doodles → [Episode 3]
 📢 History of Labradoodles & Cobberdogs → [Episode 14]
 📢 The Truth About Hypoallergenic Dogs → [Episode 62]

🔎 Important Correction (1/31/23):
In this episode, I used the colloquial meaning of “hypoallergenic,” which many assume means allergen-free. Scientifically, no dog is allergen-free. Hypoallergenic means less likely to cause allergies — a term Poodles and some Doodle mixes can fit, but it’s often misunderstood. Learn more in my "hypoallergenic" deep dive on Ep 62: https://thedoodlepro.com/are-doodles-hypoallergenic-truth-about-dog-allergies/

🎧 Hit play now and join me in Bridging the Doodle Divide™!

Do you want help keeping track of all the sights, sounds, textures, places, and people that your doodle needs positive, ongoing, and quality exposures to? Don't try to keep track of it all in your mind by using my free Doodle Puppy Socialization Checklist! Download it for free now at https://thedoodlepro.com/socialization.

Is your Doodle struggling with Separation Anxiety? Good news — it IS fixable!

In Part 2 of my conversation with Malena DeMartini-Price — world-renowned Separation Anxiety expert, trainer, and author — we break down what actually works to help your dog feel safe and confident when home alone.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode

✔️ Why leaving a treat toy isn’t the solution
 ✔️ How to assess the severity of your dog’s anxiety
 ✔️ Can dogs “grow out of” Separation Anxiety?
 ✔️ What methods actually work — and what to avoid

🎁 Exclusive Listener Discount

🖥 Get $75 off Malena’s Self-Paced Online Course, Mission Possible
👉 Sign up at thedoodlepro.com/missionpossible
💰 Use code “doodleSA” at checkout to claim your discount!

This course is a step-by-step, science-based program designed to help dogs overcome Separation Anxiety at their own pace — with Malena’s proven protocol.

📚 Want to Learn More?

📢 Listen to Ep 32: Separation Anxiety Myths & Roots — with Malena DeMartini-Price
📖 Check out Malena’s book: Separation Anxiety in Dogs: Next Generation Treatment Protocols and Practices

🎧 Hit play now and start your journey toward a calmer, happier Doodle!

Do you want help keeping track of all the sights, sounds, textures, places, and people that your doodle needs positive, ongoing, and quality exposures to? Don't try to keep track of it all in your mind by using my free Doodle Puppy Socialization Checklist! Download it for free now at https://thedoodlepro.com/socialization.

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Join my FREE 10-Day Doodle Parent Challenge NOW to enjoy a more polite and well-mannered Doodle, all while creating an even stronger bond with you!

Training kicks off on January 30th so sign up for the free Challenge today! (And don't miss the chance to win some GREAT prizes too!)

Sign up now at thedoodlepro.com/challenge.

Visit instagram.com/thedoodlepro for behind-the-scenes peeks at the doodles Corinne works with daily!