The Naughty Dog Podcast
by Sherry the Dog Trainer
Sherry the Dog Training is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer with All About Training Dogs. In this podcast, she reveals all of her puppy training tips and reactive dog strategies to help you with leash aggression, barking, biting, snappy and fear so you get an easy dog that you love to be with and take out. You get real-life advice based on the science of positive reinforcement dog training that is safe and humane for all dogs. You're not born knowing how to raise and train a dog, stop struggling and learn how to get the dog of your dreams.
Episodes
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How to Help an Insecure Dog in a New Busy Neighborhood
Moving can be stressful on your dog or puppy because he doesn't know that you're moving. Learn some great tips to held build your dog's confidence and help him settle in and adjust in his new neighborhood. We'll cover 8 easy tips with some that don't reaquire training. Listen, take notes and let…
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Door Manners for a Fearful Dog
What do you do if your dog is afraid of people and you have guests at the door? Do you teach Sit? Do you let him sniff their hand? How do you keep her from charging the door? We're going to talk about this and more in this episode of The Naughty Dog Podcast. Learn some simple tips and training...
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Aggressive Behaviors. How to Interpret Behaviors to Help your Dog.
Do you want to be able to predict when your dog might bite? The goal of dog training is to be able to explain, predict and change behavior. So what are the signs or signals you need to know to predict when your dog is a little worried or going to bite. Learn the signs to look for and more in this...
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Fully Vaccinated vs Socialization - Should You Wait Until You Pup Is Fully Vaccinated
"My puppy's feet can't touch the ground until he's fully vaccinated." Is this the best advice for a puppy? The Primary and most important time for puppy socialization is the first three months of life. During this time puppies should be exposed to as many new people, animals, stimuli and...
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Reactivity - 9 Tips for Success
Is your dog barking and lunging at dogs are your walk? Do you get frustrated? Do you apologize to your neighbors every day because your dog is out of control? Having a reactive dog is hard, but you can change your dog. Listen to this episode to learn 9 Tips for Success with your Reactive Dog.…
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4th of July Safety Plan for Your Dog
The 4th of July is one of the most dangerous holidays for dogs. Are you ready? Do you have a safety plan? Is this the first 4th of July for your puppy? A few weeks ago I saw a post from a dog trainer and she said her dog had gotten out of the backyard, presumably hopped the fence, ran into the...
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5 Big Mistakes People Make with Puppy Biting
"The next time your puppy bites, take his lip and push it down on his sharp teeth until he yelps." Is that what you're supposed to do when your puppy bites? Getting a puppy is a fun and exciting time in your life, but puppies come with razor sharp puppy teeth. What are you supposed to do when…
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8 Tips to Help a Fearful Dog
Having a fearful dog can be emotionally challenging. Seeing your pet in distress, feeling helpless in alleviating their fears and witnessing the impact on your pet can be stressful and emotionally draining. But you are the best person to help your fearful dog. Today you're doing to learn 8 Tips…
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How Dog Fears Spread Like Wild Fire
"Fear is the most damaging emotion a social species can experience. It causes permanent damage to the brain." Dr Karan Overall I work with a lot of fearful dogs, and one thing they all have in common is they usually have many fears. They might start out afraid of dogs and then become afraid of...
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Puppy Training. 10 Tips and Tricks for Raising a Well Behaved Dog
Where do you start when you bring a new puppy home? The first few days with your new puppy can help set him up for success and create an easy experience for you. Puppies are hard and they take some time and work, but starting out right from day one is the best way to sail through those puppy…
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Puppy Fear, Truth Uncovered
Are puppies born fearful? Is fear genetic? From the moment a puppy enters the world, their senses are flooded with new experiences. But do these early encounters shape their personalities and predispose them to fear? Today we're going to explore the fascinating world of puppy development and...
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3 Reasons Why You're the Best Person to Help Your Reactive Dog
Are you struggling with a reactive dog and considering sending him to boot camp training program? Well, hold that thought because today you're doing to learn 3 reasons why it's better for you to train your reactive dog. Listen to this episode to learn about my experience training dogs at a…
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5 Tips to Stop Jumping
One of the biggest mistakes dog owners make is encouraging or rewarding behaviors they don't want. One of the most common behaviors that gets rewarded is jumping. Yep, as annoying as it can be, you could be encouraging your dog to jump. Learn 5 Tips to Stop Jumping in this episode of The Naughty...
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5 Skills That Help With Resource Guarding
It can be alarming when your dog snarls, growls or snaps at you. You don't have to punish or discipline a dog that is growling when he's being possessive. And you don't have to claim the item either. Resource guarding can be tricky but there are five skills you should teach your dog if he's being...
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Resource Guarding in Dogs
Do you have a dog that guards their toys or food? Does he seem to become possessive over certain things? Does your dog have a split personality, snapping for no reason? Resource guarding can be challenging and even dangerous, but with the right tools and training, it can be managed and prevented....
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From Fearful to Fear Free - Rescue Dog Case Study
Can an online dog training program really help? And if so, can it help a dog that has extreme issues? What about a rescue who was a street dog in Puerto Rico that is extremely fearful of everything, even her mom? Today we're going to talk about a case study of an online client from 2019. For more...
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7 Tips to Help With Barking in the House
Dog barking is one of the biggest complaints dog owners have with their dogs. And barking is a normal dog behavior that will never go away completely. That being said, there are many things you can do to decrease barking by 90%. Today you're going to learn 5 tips that help with barking in the...
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Tethering, does is create aggression or teach your dog to be calm?
Should you tether your dog? Tethering is when you fasten your dog to an object they can't move, like a tree, piece of furniture or the wall. Listen to this episode of The Naughty Dog Podcast to learn 5 problems that can happen when you tether your dog....
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6 Tips To Help A Fearful Dog
Can a fearful dog overcome his fears? Yes. The good news is that with your help, your dog can overcome his fears. You need to be proactive and you're going to need to understand your dog better than most. You're also going to need to do things differently. The good news is all of that is easy and...
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5 Ways To Prepare For The Dog Walker
When you think about it from your dog's perspective, a stranger is coming into your home, bending over your dog to put the harness and leash, and then taking them away. Your dog doesn't know that you've hired a nice person to take them on a walk, all they see is a stranger coming into the house....
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Important Questions To Ask Before You Hire A Dog Walker
Hiring a dog walker means trusting another person with your precious fur baby. If you're anything like me, you don't trust just anyone with your dog. You want to have peace of mind while you are away, knowing that your pup is in the most capable and caring hands possible. So how do you find the...
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Harness or a Collar, Which Should You Use?
Is a collar or harness better for walking your dog? Does a collar give you better control than a harness? Does a harness make your dog pull? Can collars cause physical damage, thyroid issues, neck and spine issues, or a collapsed trachea? Does the harness cause damage? Learn which is better for...
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5 Signs That Your Dog Isn't Comfortable Questions from a reel
A dog will tell you that he's going to bite long before he bites. He might tell you weeks and months in advance. The best way to prevent that from happening is to know and understand dog body language. I posted a reel on Instagram of a sweet little girl hugging and petting a dog. The dog was...
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My Dog Is Afraid of People, What Do I Do When Guests Arrive
The other day I got a message, and here's what it said, "our dog bit a visitor. He was acting nervous, so we had the guest feed him. He seemed nervous, but he was able to settle down. Then all of a sudden, a few minutes later, he bit our guest. I feel awful, and I'm wondering if we should leave…
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How To Transition From The Crate
Learn how to transition your dog from a crate or ex-pen to free roaming in the house when you're not home. The crate and ex-pen are great tools for your pups and rescue dogs, but you can and should give your dog more space. It doesn't matter which breed of dog you have, all dogs can be home alone...
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How To Train A Reactive Dog That Isn't Food Motivated
Have you tried to use treats with your reactive dog but he won't eat when he's barking? Have you tried to watch what you see in videos but it doesn't seem to work for your reactive dog? Does your dog just ignore the food and bark anyway? Today you're going to learn what you need to get your...
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7 Ways To Stop Jumping
Jumping is one of the biggest complaints dog owners have. In this episode, you're going to learn 7 ways to get your dog to stop jumping. Some of these tips don't require training so that means you can put them into action today. Listen to this episode to learn more. P.S. Tired of watching these...
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Don't Do This If Your Dog Jumps - 3 Things To Avoid Doing When Your Dog Jumps
Bad dog training advice can cause your dog to become aggressive. Most people make the mistake of thinking that aggression is genetic and that a dog is born aggressive, but most aggression is learned. What if you thought you were teaching your dog not to jump and he became aggressive instead? It's...
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5 Steps To Take If Your Older Dog Gets In a Scuffle With Your Puppy
What are the first steps you should take if your older dog gets into a scuffle with your puppy? I received a message that said: Our older GSD has been guarding the kitchen from our new puppy. The other day the puppy got into the kitchen and our older dog growled, snappy at him and pushed him to…
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Should You Let Your Older Dog Correct Your Puppy?
I heard a dog "behaviorist" say that it is perfectly normal to let an older dog correct a puppy. A correction would look like a growl, an air snap, a lip curl, etc to tell the puppy that he's crossed a boundary. She said that those behaviors are normal, but should you let your older dog correct...
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Do Dogs Pee Out of Spite?
Does it seem like your dog pees in your house because he's mad at you? I've heard a lot of clients say their dog peed in the house out of spite because the dog was mad or angry at them. But is that really the reason why a dog would pee in the house? In this episode, we're going to talk about 5...
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Reactive Dog Training - 3 Reasons Why You're Not Getting the Result You Want
Have you ever wondered why you're not seeing enough progress with your reactive or leash aggressive dog? I get emails from people who tell me they're doing all the things but they're not seeing progress. Well, I've been doing this for over 12 years and there are only a few reasons that you're not...
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9 Ways To Keep Your Dog Calm On The 4th of July
One of the easiest ways to create fear is to be unprepared during the 4th of July. Fear and anxiety aren't something a dog is born with, it's something they develop if they are not properly introduced to it or prepared for it. If your dog isn't used to the sound of fireworks, the 4th of July can…
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How To Spot An Uneducated Dog Trainer
"You're the 3rd dog trainer we've hired." Most people think all dog trainers are the same, but that couldn't be the furthest thing from the truth. The Dog Training Industry is unregulated. That means education is not required. Your neighbor Billy can call himself a dog trainer tomorrow and claim...
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How Long Will It Take To Train A Dog?
It's a common question, but one that doesn't have a short answer. Learn 9 tips to help you understand how long it will take to train your dog and what can make your training time longer. P.S. Want to learn how to get a calm dog that listens? I am teaching some of my best strategies (for Free)...
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How Trigger Stacking Can Sabotage Your Training
Have you ever wondered why your reactive dog can be calm some days, but over the top crazy on other days? Or maybe you notice that he's become reactive to everything, even things that didn't bother him before. That could be because you're exposing him to too many triggers. Today we're going to…
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Why I Don't Use Treats to Train Dogs
I don't use treats to train dogs and I only use positive reinforcement. That's right. One of the biggest mistakes that dog owners make is focusing on the wrong thing and what this person saw when they made this comment was they thought they saw a bunch of treats, but I wasn't using any treats.…
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How To Calm An Overly Excited Dog
Your dog does not need hours of exercise to be calm, in fact, too much exercise can give him more energy. Today you're going to learn some tips to calm your overly excited dog and what will happen if you do nothing.
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9 Tips To Stop Your Dog From Pulling
Walking your dog can be relaxing, improve your health and decrease your stress level, but what if your dog pulls on the leash and it makes the whole experience miserable. Today I'm going to give you 9 tips to stop your dog from pulling.
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5 Common Mistakes Using Positive Reinforcement
Positive reinforcement is more humane than other methods, such as punishment or dominance-based training. When done correctly, positive reinforcement is the most effective way to train your dog. If you're not seeing the results you want then you could be making one of these 5 common mistakes.
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6 Myths That Keep You Stuck. Email question about a dog with separation anxiety related issues.
Have you ever felt like you've tried all the things and nothing has worked? I go over a few myths that keep dog parents stuck after receiving an email from a dog owner struggling with separation anxiety issues.
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How to Stop Dogs from Counter Surfing
Prevent your dog from being a food thief, learn why dogs steal food off the counter and get 3 simple tips to stop your dog from counter surfing in this episode of The Naughty Dog Podcast.
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Does Your Reactive Dog Need To Be Socialized?
One of my clients told me that she read an article that she needed to socialize her reactive dog. I liked that she was trying to understand her dog better but did she get the correct information? Will socialization help your reactive dog or make it worse?
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3 Signs You Need To Start Training Your Dog
Let's say your dog grabs a ham sandwich off the table. Should you start teaching him to stay off the table the first time it happens, the 3rd time, or the 20th time? How do you know when it's time to start training your dog and when is it time to focus on a specific problem.
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6 Tips to Build Your Dog's Confidence
Will teaching your dog to jump on a post or fire hydrant build his confidence or are you making it worse? Learn what confidence is and get 6 easy tips to build your dog's confidence in this episode. This is great for puppies and nervous or fearful dogs.
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10 Common Dog Training Mistakes
Dog problems don't develop overnight, they start small and grow like cancer until they're out of control. Avoid making these mistakes that make your problems worse and get the well-behaved dog you want.
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What You Should Do When You Bring Your New Dog Home
Success tips to help your dog feel safe and secure and in your home as quickly as possible because you never get a second chance to make a first impression.
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6 Ways to Help Your Reactive or Leash Aggressive Dog
Reactivity or leash aggression is one of the most common and frustrating problems dog owners face. And many dog owners do things that make reactivity worse. Learn 6 ways to help your reactive dog in this episode of The Naughty Dog Podcast.
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Demand Barking, Why This Isn't Your Typical Barking Problem
Most people don't realize that dogs bark for different reasons. And the first step to stop the barking is to understand why is happening to begin with. Today we're going to be talking about demand barking, how it's different, and give you 5 tips to stop the barking.
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Can Halloween make your dog fearful? 7 Tips to Keep Your Dog Calm on Halloween
Can Halloween make your dog more fearful? Why do dogs bark at the Halloween decorations? How do you keep your dog calm when the doorbell rings? Learn these great tips to help your puppy or dog on this spooky holiday.
About this show
Sherry the Dog Training is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer with All About Training Dogs. In this podcast, she reveals all of her puppy training tips and reactive dog strategies to help you with leash aggression, barking, biting, snappy and fear so you get an easy dog that you love to be with and take out. You get real-life advice based on the science of positive reinforcement dog training that is safe and humane for all dogs. You're not born knowing how to raise and train a dog, stop struggling and learn how to get the dog of your dreams.
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Sherry the Dog Trainer