Honest To Dog Podcast

What’s your dog going to think about the new baby on the way? How will adding to your family impact your dog’s behavior and training? Dog’s need leadership (especially) during times of change. Liz and Jeff break down how to prepare your dog for your new baby, what to focus on, and what red flags to look for that might signal you need professional help to curb unwanted behaviors.

Make 2026 your best year yet with your dog using these helpful strategies for setting dog training goals that will get results (and that you can stick to!). Download the free 2026 Year of Your Dog Workbook: https://2026goals.yourfavouritedogtrainer.com/ We start the year with good intentions for improving problem dog behaviours. But without a structured approach to goal-setting, our resolutions often fall off. Liz and Jeff break down how they set goals that lead to lasting results and share some of their goals for the year ahead.

The holidays are stressful enough, not to mention adding in a dog that’s working on issues. Will my training regress? Will my family judge my training methods? Liz and Jeff break down how to prepare yourself, and your dog for the holiday season and are ready to help you turn chaos into calm. Get Liz’s Calm Dog Essentials Guide: https://calm.yourfavouritedogtrainer.com/‍ ‍

Your dog’s walk is the best part of their day, but does their pulling on leash make YOU dread your walk? Leash pulling is (unfortunately) the norm for a lot of dog owners. But it doesn’t have to be! Liz and Jeff break down what lies at the heart of leash pulling and unpack the three areas to focus on to improve the quality (and enjoyment) of your dog walks. (Free) 5 Reasons Your Dog Pulls on Leash (and 10 tips to fix it): https://pulling.yourfavouritedogtrainer.com/ Your Guide to a Calmer Dog: https://calm.yourfavouritedogtrainer.com/

Picking the right dog trainer can be stressful. Social media is full of trainers that look good, but are they the right fit for you and your dog? We've got you covered! In this episode, we break down choosing a dog trainer into 5 key dimensions, give you the exact questions to ask, and help you understand what to look out for. Download the FREE 1-page cheat sheet with the questions to ask:https://trainerquestions.yourfavouritedogtrainer.com/

In this episode of the Honest to Dog podcast, hosts Liz Foley and Jeff Gadway discuss the importance of addressing dog reactivity and the expectations dog owners have regarding their pets' training. They reflect on a recent five-day reboot training program, emphasizing the significance of continuous learning and striving for excellence in dog training. The conversation explores the journey from settling for mediocrity to unlocking a dog's full potential, overcoming fears and judgments, and the role of trainers in fostering growth. The hosts encourage listeners to celebrate progress, explore new possibilities, and recognize that dog training is an ongoing process.Sign up for the Healing Behaviours online course for February 5th through the website:https://www.yourfavouritedogtrainer.comChapters00:00 Introduction to Dog Reactivity Solutions02:52 Reflections on the Five Day Reboot06:05 Expectations in Dog Training09:00 Unlocking Potential in Dog Training11:49 The Journey from B to A in Training15:07 Overcoming Fear and Judgment in Training17:58 The Importance of Continuous Learning20:53 Celebrating Progress and Small Wins23:47 Exploring New Possibilities in Training27:11 The Role of Trainers in Growth30:01 Final Thoughts on Growth and Expectations

In this episode, hosts Liz Foley and Jeff Gadway reflect on the transformative year of 2024, discussing themes of growth, resilience, and evolution in both personal and professional realms. They share success stories from their dog training experiences, highlighting the impact of innovative training methods, particularly the stay-in-train model and the use of e-collars. The conversation emphasizes the importance of flexibility in training, the need for effective communication, and the personal growth that comes from overcoming doubts as a trainer. They discuss the importance of open-mindedness in dog training, the value of mentorship, and the impact of self-care tools on personal growth. The dialogue transitions into setting intentions for 2025, emphasizing joy, abundance, and focus. The conversation concludes with insights on a revamped dog training program aimed at building confidence and resilience in dogs.Chapters00:00 Building Confidence in Dogs02:12 Reflections on Growth and Evolution06:10 Hands-On Training: The Importance of Direct Interaction12:12 Success Stories: Transformative Dog Training Experiences17:47 Innovative Training Methods: E-Collar Essentials30:12 Continuous Learning and Adaptation in Dog Training32:03 The Importance of Open-Mindedness in Dog Training35:12 Influential Figures in Dog Training38:00 Self-Care and Personal Growth Tools47:35 Looking Ahead: Goals for 202556:12 Rebooting Dog Training Programs

In this episode of the Honest a Dog podcast, Liz Foley and Jeff Gadway discuss strategies for ensuring calm and stress-free vet visits for dogs. They explore the common anxieties faced by both dogs and their owners, the importance of early socialization, and practical tips for managing vet visits. The conversation emphasizes the role of dog owners in preparing their pets, as well as the responsibility of veterinary clinics to create a supportive environment. The episode concludes with information about upcoming workshops aimed at improving dog behaviour and owner education.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Calm Vet Visits04:01 Preparing Puppies for Vet Visits07:24 Strategies for Existing Vet Visit Challenges18:40 Calming Techniques During the Vet Exam22:54 Post-Vet Visit Strategies and Tools29:30 The Role of Veterinary Clinics in Reducing Stress37:15 Upcoming Workshops and Final Thoughts

In this episode of the Honest to Dog podcast, hosts Liz Foley and Jeff Gadway discuss the common issue of picky eaters in dogs. They explore various factors that contribute to picky eating, including the quality of dog food, potential food allergies, and behavioural conditioning. The conversation emphasizes the importance of proper nutrition for dogs and offers practical advice for dog owners on managing their pets' eating habits. The hosts also highlight the significance of routine and the need to avoid creating stress around mealtime.

In this episode of the Honest to Dog podcast, hosts Liz Foley and Jeff Gadway discuss the challenges and strategies for moving with dogs. They explore how major life changes, such as moving, can be stressful for dogs and highlight the importance of maintaining routines and providing stability during transitions. The conversation covers expected behaviors in dogs during moves, practical strategies for a smooth transition, and the significance of building resilience in dogs to handle change. They also discuss how to introduce dogs to new environments and navigate neighborhood dynamics, emphasizing the need for consistency and variety in training to prepare dogs for community interactions.Chapters00:00 The Stress of Moving for Dogs02:54 Understanding Dog Behavior During Transitions05:47 Strategies for a Smooth Move09:06 Introducing Dogs to New Environments12:13 Building Resilience in Dogs14:59 Navigating Neighborhood Dynamics17:50 Preparing Dogs for Community Interactions20:55 Creating a Routine for Change24:12 The Importance of Variety in Dog Training26:56 The Playbook for Managing Change29:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of the Honest to Dog podcast, hosts Liz Foley and Jeff Gadway discuss the complexities of dog behavior, particularly in the context of dog fights and socialization. They reflect on early experiences in dog training, emphasizing the importance of structure and learning from mistakes. The conversation covers effective strategies for managing dog conflicts, the significance of maintaining calmness in crisis situations, and the need for community support in dog training. They also address the aftermath of dog incidents, offering advice on rebuilding confidence in both dogs and their owners, and the importance of communication in fostering a safe and supportive dog environment.00:00 Understanding Dog Behavior: Fight, Flight, and Surrender03:01Reflections on Early Experiences in Dog Training06:13Learning from Mistakes: Handling Dog Fights09:04The Importance of Structure in Dog Training11:56Effective Strategies for Managing Dog Conflicts15:11The Role of Calmness in Crisis Situations18:11Building Community for Better Dog Socialization21:03Recovering from Dog Conflicts: Human and Canine Perspectives23:51Preventing Future Incidents: Training and Leadership27:08Handling Dog Fights: Practical Advice30:01The Aftermath of Dog Fights: Lessons Learned33:13Creating a Supportive Dog Community36:09Moving Forward After a Dog Incident39:01Rebuilding Confidence in Dogs Post-Incident42:07The Importance of Communication in Dog Training45:00Final Thoughts: Advocating for Dogs and Their Owners

This one goes out to a special fan who could not find this in our catalogue of episodes. We at HTD aren’t sure where it went either. It’s stimply too good of an episode, and a real deep dive into Liz’s early experiences with dogs. Enjoy!Join the 10 day Relationship Re-boot. Sign up here!Need help with your dog? Get in touch with Liz for one-on-one or virtual training Your Favourite Dog Trainer

It all comes to down to trust, dogs most often exhibit fear because there is a lack of trust of the situation, people, and place. Liz and Jeff unpack how to recognize and provide some tips on how to work with a fearful dog. Join the 10 day Relationship Re-boot. Sign up here!Need help with your dog? Get in touch with Liz for one-on-one or virtual training Your Favourite Dog Trainer

It’s that time of year again, when the tick population of North America are out surfing on tall grass, waiting to hitch a ride on our dog’s fur. Liz & Jeff talk about their own experience this season with ticks as well as some methods they have employed to get through the season.Join the 10 day Relationship Re-boot. Sign up here!Need help with your dog? Get in touch with Liz for one-on-one or virtual training Your Favourite Dog Trainer

Helping your dog focus on using their incredible sense of smell will encourage them to become more social, less reactive, and tire them out mentally. Liz and Jeff chat about their experiences working with their pack to bring that sense to the surface through games that you can do around the house.Join the 10 day Relationship Re-boot. Sign up here!Need help with your dog? Get in touch with Liz for one-on-one or virtual training Your Favourite Dog Trainer

The idea of proofing is about the expectation tied to the activity. The building blocks of training is built on the expectation of how your dog interacts to your behaviour and requestsJoin the 10 day Relationship Re-boot. Sign up here! Need help with your dog? Get in touch with Liz for one-on-one or virtual training Your Favourite Dog Trainer

Liz and Jeff talk about the foundation of connection safety and trust that is essential in your relationship with your dog. Before you can make corrections and guide them through life you need to form that healthy one-on-one connection. Need help with your dog? Get in touch with Liz for one-on-one or virtual trainingYour Favourite Dog Trainer

Liz and Jeff talk you through a few helpful tips and tricks to understanding how to make corrections to your dog's behaviour. It all stems from how dogs would correct each other in a pack setting. Want to learn more? Liz is hosting a FREE virtual Master Class April 24th 2024! She will be answering your questions and sharing her 14+ years of dog training knowledge in a completely free virtual Master Class. Sign up below, you wont want to miss it!SIGN UP HERE FOR THE FREE VIRTUAL MASTERCLASS! 🐕 🐾Need help with your dog? Get in touch with Liz for one-on-one or virtual trainingYour Favourite Dog Trainer

It has been some time. Liz and Jeff are back at it in a new space to catch you up on the exciting and interesting progress they have been making in both their professional lives and the ongoing training with their pack.Sign up for the Relationship RebootNeed help with your dog? Get in touch with Liz for one-on-one or virtual trainingYour Favourite Dog Trainer

Liz & Jeff talk about their newest addition to the pack, Archie the tripod street dog. They discuss their intentions behind adopting Archie and how he is such a great fit in the pack in terms of energy.Sign up for the Relationship RebootNeed help with your dog? Get in touch with Liz for one-on-one or virtual trainingYour Favourite Dog Trainer

Liz & Jeff look back on the year that was 2023, all of their accomplishments and pitfalls. The growth they have experienced in both their personal professional lives. Not to mention the growth they have seen in their pack. Stay tuned for a new seasons of HTD in 2024.Sign up for the Relationship Reboot

It’s a very natural thing that all dogs do and it may not always be sexually driven. Jeff & Liz talk offer tips and tricks to help you manage this unwanted behaviour and how to recognize the drivers behind it in your dog. Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

As the weather changes in North America the time you can spend with your dog outside becomes limited. Jeff & Liz talk about some home-based ideas you can implement to fulfill your dog’s energy needs.Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

Liz & Jeff discuss the realities of what to expect when you start and continue on your training journey with your dog.Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

Liz & Jeff discuss the season, reason and optimal time to welcome a new dog into your life. Spoiler: There is no perfect time/date, but there are several key indicators that you should look out for when deciding the right time to grow your pack.Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

Liz & Jeff get vulnerable. In this episode they talk about the set backs and real feelings associated with dog training from both the professional and personal side. Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

Liz & Jeff are talking all things pack positions in this three-part-three-episode-arc. In this one they dive into what it’s like to have a front of the pack dog.Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

Liz & Jeff are talking all things pack positions in this three-part-three-episode-arc. In this one they dive into what it’s like to have a dog that back of the pack.Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

Liz & Jeff are talking all things pack positions in this three-part-three-episode-arc. First up they dive into what it’s like to have a dog that is middle of the pack.Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

There are a handful of very helpful and often lifesaving commands that you should be teaching your dog. Liz & Jeff dive into what those are, and how you can easily implement them into your daily life with your best friend (your dog).Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

Don't leave your precious pup in the dust of the back-to-school rush. Liz and Jeff talk about some of the strategies you can use to transition your dog to spending more time alone and get them into the habit of the seasonal and schedule changes that come with going back to school.Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

Liz & Jeff talk about their third dog, Baker. If you are getting a new dog (a puppy or a rescue) this episode will help you with some great tips on how to welcome a new dog into your pack.Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

There are 4 instinctual (baked-in) responses that all animals (including dogs) have. Fight, flight, avoid & surrender. Liz and Jeff talk about these four, when your dog will experience them and how to understand how these four states/responses can help shape their training.Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

Jeff & Liz talk about how to spot a dominant dog and provide some helpful tips and tricks on how to encourage the proper level of confidence in your dog so they are balanced and well adjusted.Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

Liz & Jeff talk about how they communicate with their dogs, the greater dog community, and how to set proper expectations and boundaries of communication to get the desired outcome and behaviour. Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

Liz & Jeff talk about how to safely attend an event with your dog, the signs to look out for in the people and other dogs in attendance.Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

Building habits with your dog is like stacking bricks, you need to have a strong foundation with the basics before you can build upon them and deepen your connection and trust. Liz and Jeff talk about the proper steps to build daily habits. Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

Liz and Jeff talk about the tenants of having a well balanced dog, and how to foster these traits into your relationship with you dog.Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

Feeding time is an important part of your dog’s day and life. The behaviours surrounding this time of day are an important training opportunity to foster good habits and build trust. Liz & Jeff talk about some tips and tricks to help your dog have a healthy relationship to food and feeding time.Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up here

Our dogs live in the moment and mostly misbehave as a symptom to a mentally and physically unfulfilled day. Liz & Jeff talk about their experiences with understanding their dogs frustrations and the signs to look out for. Your dog is communicating with you through it’s behaviours.Group training is back! Get the help, you and your dog need: sign up hereTo help you get into your positive mental mindset pick up your deck of positive affirmation cards

Liz and Jeff talk about how to get into the right mindset when you are working with your dog to create the outcomes and behaviour you want to see. They also discuss the roadblocks that we put up as excuses to having the right mental attitude and doing the work.To help you get into your positive mental mindset pick up your deck of positive affirmation cards

This week we have a guest, Suzie Cyrenne! Suzie is a passionate homeopath and CEO of the Quebec based pet product brand Zumalka. In this Episode Liz and Jeff learn about the history of homeopathy and real-world solutions that it can provide to our pets to help them live a happy and healthy life.

Communicating the behaviours you don’t want from your dog is important. Jeff and Liz talk about how to recognize these behaviours before they happen and apply the corrections at the right time and with the right intensity of pressure and emotion.Start your journey towards off leash: Loose Leash Walk Reboot

Being able to recognize a dog’s temperament and current mood is a skill that Liz has been honing for thousands of hours and with hundreds of dogs. On this episode Jeff and Liz unpack how you can start to understand and recognize your dog’s subtle body language to better understand their state. Start your journey towards off leash: Loose Leash Walk Reboot

There are so many ways to ensure your dog is safe both inside and outside of the house. Liz and Jeff talk about some of the ways they have made their dogs safe, and offer some handy tips that you can use in your own life.Start your journey towards off leash: Loose Leash Walk Reboot

Allowing your dog the space and time to accept their new home, family or surroundings is crucial to your dog adapting in a positive way. Liz & Jeff talk about this period of decompression that all dogs need to go through to become comfortable in their space.Start your journey towards off leash: Loose Leash Walk Reboot

"Go to your place." Learn why 'place' is one of the most important and helpful training concepts to achieving a calm dog you can take you can take anywhere.Start your journey towards off-leash: Loose Leash Walk Reboot

From fireworks and slippery floors to golf clubs and garbage trucks, Liz and Jeff unpack some of the most common fears dogs face, where they come from and how to overcome them.Start your journey towards off-leash: Loose Leash Walk Reboot

Liz & Jeff talk about the benefits and responsibilities around having your dog off-leash. Start your journey towards off-leash: Loose Leash Walk Reboot

In this episode Liz and Jeff discuss the fear that is sometimes associated with putting the knowledge of your dog training skills into practice. 2023 Goal Setting workbook link here: (FREE) Goal Setting Workbook