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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 didnât always require more trainingâand instead started with something simpler?
In this episode, Iâm joined by Juliana...
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Ep. 19: The Intersection of Owner Anxiety & Dog Behavior â Insights from Kelly McCoullough
Living with a dog who struggles with behavior problems can be overwhelming, emotional, and at times isolating. In this episode, Iâm 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 arenât 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 â...
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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 todayâs quick training tip, Iâm breaking down how to teach your dog a calmer way to greet you and your guests. Youâll 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? 𤯠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 behaviorâof dogs, of people, of ourselvesâcould change the world?
Todayâs 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, Iâm diving deeper into a topic that sparked a lot of interest after my conversation with Mike Shikashioâthe role pain can play in a dogâs 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 isâand what it definitely isnât. 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 youâve completely missed the moment? You didnât notice the birds. You didnât feel the breeze. You didnât even breathe deeply. If that feels familiar, youâre not alone â and todayâs...
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Ep. 10: The Real Roadblocks to Learning & Training (For You and Your Dog)
If youâve ever felt stuck in your dog training journey â like youâre doing all the âright thingsâ but still not making progress â this episode is for you. Weâre diving into the real forces that impact learning and...
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Ep. 9: What Puppy Socialization Can Teach Us About Being Human
We often think of socialization as a checklist: meet people, meet dogs, go for walks. But socialization â true, meaningful socialization â goes so much deeper. Itâs not just about exposure. Itâs about cultivating an...
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