Episode #2.41 - Why You Shouldn’t Punish a Growl: Understanding Dog Growling Safely

Your dog’s growl is not aggression, it is communication. In this episode of Paws and Pawsitivity, I am Jamie Watkinson-Harvey, Certified Dog Trainer and Behaviour Consultant at Pawfect Training Academy. I explain why growling is a good thing, what your dog is trying to tell you and how to respond in a way that builds trust rather than fear.Learn how to read early warning signals, prevent escalation and understand your dog’s emotions more deeply. Featuring real-life examples from my own dogs – Penny, Reggie and Onyx – this episode will help you feel confident and compassionate when your dog communicates discomfort.🐾 You will learn:• Why growling is healthy, natural communication• How to interpret and respond safely to growls• What the escalation ladder means for behaviour• How to prevent stress from building up in your dog• Recommended experts and resources including Lili Chin and Turid Rugaas🌐 Visit www.pta.dog for online training support.📩 Email: [email protected]📱 Call or WhatsApp: 01761 206 056📸 Instagram: @PTA_Dog❤️ Like, share and subscribe for weekly episodes that promote kind, science-based, force-free dog training.#PositiveDogTraining #ForceFreeTraining #DogGrowling #DogAggression #PawsAndPawsitivity #DogTrainerUK #DogBodyLanguage #LiliChin #TuridRugaas #DogBehaviour #ClickerTraining #UnderstandingDogs #PTADog #KindDogTraining #FearFreeTrainingAudio 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/