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EPISODE · Apr 21, 2026 · 9 MIN

Episode #3.16 - Why Some Dogs Need Help Switching Off, Over Arousal Explained

from Paws and Pawsitivity · host Pawfect Training Academy

Hi there, and welcome back to Paws and Pawsitivity with Jamie Watkinson-Harvey, certified dog trainer and behaviour consultant.In this episode, we explore why some dogs struggle to switch off, why over arousal is often misunderstood, and why recovery is such an important part of emotional wellbeing.If your dog paces, struggles to settle, stays alert long after excitement, or seems unable to properly relax, this episode will help you understand what may really be going on. Jamie explains why some dogs do not naturally self regulate well, why calm is a skill that often needs support, and how force free training can help dogs learn to recover more successfully.This episode is ideal for dog guardians living with busy, over aroused, easily triggered, or highly alert dogs, especially those who are often described as being “always on”.For kind, professional online training support, visit Pawfect Training Academy.Follow for more support and podcast updates at @PTA_Dog© Pawfect Training Academy. All rights reserved. Intro music owned and licensed exclusively by Jamie Watkinson-Harvey.#DogTraining #PositiveReinforcement #ForceFreeDogTraining #DogPodcast #PawsAndPawsitivity #OverArousalInDogs #CalmDogTraining #HelpMyDogSettle #DogBehaviour #ReactiveDogSupport #SeparationAnxietyDogs #JamieWatkinsonHarvey #PTADog

Hi there, and welcome back to Paws and Pawsitivity with Jamie Watkinson-Harvey, certified dog trainer and behaviour consultant.In this episode, we explore why some dogs struggle to switch off, why over arousal is often misunderstood, and why recovery is such an important part of emotional wellbeing.If your dog paces, struggles to settle, stays alert long after excitement, or seems unable to properly relax, this episode will help you understand what may really be going on. Jamie explains why some dogs do not naturally self regulate well, why calm is a skill that often needs support, and how force free training can help dogs learn to recover more successfully.This episode is ideal for dog guardians living with busy, over aroused, easily triggered, or highly alert dogs, especially those who are often described as being “always on”.For kind, professional online training support, visit Pawfect Training Academy.Follow for more support and podcast updates at @PTA_Dog© Pawfect Training Academy. All rights reserved. Intro music owned and licensed exclusively by Jamie Watkinson-Harvey.#DogTraining #PositiveReinforcement #ForceFreeDogTraining #DogPodcast #PawsAndPawsitivity #OverArousalInDogs #CalmDogTraining #HelpMyDogSettle #DogBehaviour #ReactiveDogSupport #SeparationAnxietyDogs #JamieWatkinsonHarvey #PTADog

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