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EPISODE · Dec 9, 2025 · 15 MIN

Eps 120. Silence And Spiders

from The Dynamic Dog Owner · host Debbie Potter

Debbie talks about the surprising power of words in dog training and how we inadvertently teach our dogs associations we never intended. She explores why talking too much can actually weaken communication with our dogs, shares the fascinating story of her dog who fears the word "spider" despite never having been frightened by an actual spider, and explains why silence can be one of the most effective training tools. Get your 3 Day Free Trial at The Potter Pawcademy - Start Now! https://potter-pawcademy.mn.co/plans/1820577?bundle_token=01b2cc425e6324dc8f034beb4fc55837&utm_source=manual Get our emails - https://mailchi.mp/potterpaws.co.uk/jointhelist

Debbie talks about the surprising power of words in dog training and how we inadvertently teach our dogs associations we never intended. She explores why talking too much can actually weaken communication with our dogs, shares the fascinating story of her dog who fears the word "spider" despite never having been frightened by an actual spider, and explains why silence can be one of the most effective training tools. Get your 3 Day Free Trial at The Potter Pawcademy - Start Now! https://potter-pawcademy.mn.co/plans/1820577?bundle_token=01b2cc425e6324dc8f034beb4fc55837&utm_source=manual Get our emails - https://mailchi.mp/potterpaws.co.uk/jointhelist

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