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If your dog steals everything in sight - food off the counter, socks from the laundry, tea towels, remote controls, or anything they can grab - you are absolutely not alone.
In this episode of The Walk & Talk, we dive deep into the science behind stealing and counter surfing so you can finally understand why this behaviour happens, why it becomes such a persistent habit, and how to solve it.
We’ll explore the fascinating neuroscience behind dogs’ scavenging instincts, how the dopamine seeking system makes counter surfing incredibly addictive, and why adolescent dogs are especially prone to opportunistic behaviour.
Most importantly, I’ll walk you through the practical training and management strategies that actually work!
In this episode, you’ll learn:
🚀 Ready to take this work to the next level?
The Listen Dog Training Membership is now OPEN - and this is where I can help you put everything you’ve learned in this episode into action.
Inside, you’ll get structured training, ongoing guidance, and a supportive community where you can grow your skills, get feedback, and truly master your dog’s behaviour.
By Lisa | Listen Dog Training4.7
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If your dog steals everything in sight - food off the counter, socks from the laundry, tea towels, remote controls, or anything they can grab - you are absolutely not alone.
In this episode of The Walk & Talk, we dive deep into the science behind stealing and counter surfing so you can finally understand why this behaviour happens, why it becomes such a persistent habit, and how to solve it.
We’ll explore the fascinating neuroscience behind dogs’ scavenging instincts, how the dopamine seeking system makes counter surfing incredibly addictive, and why adolescent dogs are especially prone to opportunistic behaviour.
Most importantly, I’ll walk you through the practical training and management strategies that actually work!
In this episode, you’ll learn:
🚀 Ready to take this work to the next level?
The Listen Dog Training Membership is now OPEN - and this is where I can help you put everything you’ve learned in this episode into action.
Inside, you’ll get structured training, ongoing guidance, and a supportive community where you can grow your skills, get feedback, and truly master your dog’s behaviour.

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