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Disorderly Dogs!

Disorderly Dogs!

Hosted by: Rachel Laurie Harris CPDT-KA

Living with dogs is a major joy and also a major pain in the you know what sometimes. I share easy to implement, real life training advice with an emphasis on kindness and compassion.

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Episodes

343. What to do when things go wrong

It happens to all of us. Our dog gets away from us, our dog drags us down, our dog bites the plumber and everything in between. These situations are not ideal but they do happen and in today's episode I break down...
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342. The Stories We Tell Ourselves Pt 2

We all tell ourselves stories about our dogs. Sometimes it works for us but other times, it works against us. What we think about has effects on how we interact with our dog and in turn, that changes how our dogs...
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341. Racism and Pitbulls w/ Kassidi Jones (Replay)

In this replay episode, my special guest Kassidi Jones joins me to talk about the uncomfortable but true history of pitbulls and racism. We talk about the long history of racism in our country and how pitbulls and...
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340. Making Things Aversive

In this episode I talk about the difference between things that are innately aversive and things that our dogs learn are aversive. I also discuss why I choose to avoid using aversive tools in training and the reasons...
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339. Leveraging Time

In this episode, I talk about how you can leverage time to effectively train behaviors and achieve consistency. I’ll share tips on how to set realistic expectations, use your time wisely, and build habits that lead to...
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338. Cultivating Coping Mechanisms w/ Team Bentley

In this episode, I share another Reactive Redefined case study. Bentley is a 2 year old put bull mix that was adopted from a local shelter. In this episode I talk to his guardian Brooke who put a lot of time and...
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337. Overcoming Reactivity & Overarousal w/ Team Kylo

In this episode, I share another Reactive Redefined case study. Kylo is a 2 year old Aussie mix who struggles with bigs feelings when seeing other dogs on leash. In this episode I talk to his guardians Jess and Brain....
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336. Dog Training Myths

In this episode, I talk about common dog training myths and why they can be harmful to both you and your dog. From misconceptions about dominance to the idea that dogs should "just know better," I’ll break down the...
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335. The Human Side of Dog Training

In this episode, I talk about the human side of training and how your own actions, mindset, and habits play a crucial role in your dog’s behavior. By focusing on what you can control and adjusting your approach, you...
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334. Preparing Your Dog for the Holidays (Replay)

In this replay episode, I talk about how you can prepare your dog for the upcoming holiday season. The most important thing that will set you up for success is knowing your dog well. I encourage you not to put your...
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333. Relevance and Pressure

 In this episode, I explore the concepts of relevance and pressure in dog training. I discuss how relevance, or assigning importance to certain things, lays the foundation for effective training, especially when...
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332. Being In Sync (Replay)

Being in sync with your dog is one of the best feelings ever. The moments where you're working fluidly as a team with your dog are immaculate. In this episode, I talk about what it takes to be in sync with your...
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