Acing Adolescence - Understanding & Supporting Teenage Dogs with Sarah Fisher

Adolescence can be one of the most challenging stages in a dog's life—and for their caregivers! In this episode, renowned canine behavior expert Sarah Fisher joins Victoria Stilwell to discuss how we can better support adolescent dogs through their period of rapid growth, exploration, and change. Sarah shares insights from her ACE Free Work approach and explains why movement is critical for development, how we often misinterpret mouthing behavior, and why traditional training methods may not always be the best approach.From the emotional and sensory needs of teenage dogs to the importance of rethinking play, enrichment, and our own behavior, this conversation is packed with groundbreaking ideas that challenge conventional thinking. Whether you’re raising a young pup or working with adolescent dogs in training, you won’t want to miss these eye-opening insights.To learn more about Sarah, visit http://www.tilleyfarm.org.uk.