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EPISODE · Oct 7, 2025 · 10 MIN

Episode #2.40 - Dog Scared of the Hoover: Help Noise-Sensitive Dogs Feel Safe at Home

from Paws and Pawsitivity · host Pawfect Training Academy

Is your dog terrified of the vacuum cleaner? You are not alone, and there is a kind, practical way to help.In this episode of Paws and Pawsitivity, I am Jamie Watkinson-Harvey, Certified Dog Trainer and Behaviour Consultant at Pawfect Training Academy. I explore why dogs develop fear around household noises like the hoover and how to support them using positive reinforcement, desensitisation and empathy.Featuring real-life stories from my own dogs – Reggie, Penny and Onyx – this episode will help you understand how different dogs react to sound and how to tailor your approach to help yours feel calm, safe and confident.🐾 You will learn:• How to desensitise your dog to household noises• How to use safety signals to build trust• How to create a fear-free environment at home• Why understanding your dog’s emotions makes progress faster• How empathy and patience make all the difference🌐 Learn more about noise desensitisation and anxiety support at www.pta.dog📩 Email: [email protected]📱 Call or WhatsApp: 01761 206 056📸 Instagram: @PTA_Dog❤️ Like, share and subscribe for weekly episodes that promote kind, force-free and effective training for every dog.#DogTraining #NoiseSensitiveDogs #PositiveReinforcement #VacuumFear #DogBehaviour #ForceFreeTraining #ClickerTraining #AnxiousDogs #PawsAndPawsitivity #PTADog #Desensitisation #EmpathyFirst #FearFreeTraining #KindDogTrainingAudio Credit:Journey by Roa | https://roa-music.comMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

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