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Ep 21: Reactivity Training Tips | Navigating Your Dog's Triggers
In today's episode, you'll get a seat at the table for a reactivity masterclass with yours truly. We'll go over: what factors contribute to leash reactivity, why your dog's reactions aren't random, the systems I teach...
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Ep. 20: The Overlooked Solution to Most Behavior Challenges with Juliana DeWillems
When your dog struggles with problem behaviors, it can feel overwhelming. But what if the solution didn’t always require more training—and instead started with something simpler?
In this episode, I’m joined by Juliana...
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Ep. 19: The Intersection of Owner Anxiety & Dog Behavior — Insights from Kelly McCoullough
Living with a dog who struggles with behavior problems can be overwhelming, emotional, and at times isolating. In this episode, I’m joined by Kelly McCoullough, LCSW to explore the powerful connection between owner...
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Ep. 18: Freed By Training: From Prison to Purpose
In this episode, I sit down with Mattison Skoog Simpson, founder of Freed by Training, to hear her remarkable story of resilience, redemption, and the healing power of dogs.
Mattison Skoog-Simpson is a multi-certified...
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Ep 17: Why Boundaries Are the Secret to Healthy Relationships (Human + Canine)
What if boundaries aren’t about shutting others out, but about creating safety, clarity, and trust? In this solo episode, Ashley dives deep into the role of boundaries across three key relationships:
With ourselves –...
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Ep. 16: Training Tip of the Day: Getting Your Dog to Stop Jumping
Tired of dirty paw prints on your clothes the second you walk in the door? In today’s quick training tip, I’m breaking down how to teach your dog a calmer way to greet you and your guests. You’ll learn why dogs jump...
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Ep.15: The Dark Side of R+ | Unpacking Coercion in Dog Training with Karishma Warr
Can positive reinforcement be... coercive? 🤯 In this episode, I sit down with dog behavior expert Karishma Warr (@transformbehavior) to explore the often-unspoken power dynamics that can show up even in the most...
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Ep.14: How Ken Ramirez Used Positive Reinforcement to Transform the World
What if the way we shape behavior—of dogs, of people, of ourselves—could change the world?
Today’s guest has spent his life proving that it can.
Ken Ramirez is more than one of the greatest animal trainers of our...
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Ep. 13: Is It Reactivity or Is It Pain?
In this solo episode, I’m diving deeper into a topic that sparked a lot of interest after my conversation with Mike Shikashio—the role pain can play in a dog’s reactivity. Could discomfort, injury, or even subtle...
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Ep.12: Understanding Dog Aggression Without Judgment: A Deep Dive with Michael Shikashio
In this episode, I sit down with world-renowned aggression expert Michael Shikashio, CDBC, to talk about what aggression really is—and what it definitely isn’t. We dive into how he got started in the field, the...
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Ep.11: Attunement: The Missing Link Between You, Nature, and Your Dog
Do you ever walk outside and realize you’ve completely missed the moment? You didn’t notice the birds. You didn’t feel the breeze. You didn’t even breathe deeply. If that feels familiar, you’re not alone — and today’s...
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Ep. 10: The Real Roadblocks to Learning & Training (For You and Your Dog)
If you’ve ever felt stuck in your dog training journey — like you’re doing all the “right things” but still not making progress — this episode is for you. We’re diving into the real forces that impact learning and...
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