Shaped by Dog with Susan Garrett

This Or That's: Your Dog's Decision-Making Blueprint #332

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   This or That games create a decision-making blueprint that helps your dog learn to make brilliant choices. In this episode, I share the

This Or That's: Why Most Dogs Never Become Decision-Makers #331

Visit us at shapedbydog.com What if most dogs never become great decision-makers because decision-making is one of the most overlooked skills in dog training? In this e

Is Dog Training About To Change? #330

Visit us at shapedbydog.com    Is dog training about to change? In this episode, I'm sharing why a recent conversation about reinforcement-based dog training gave me

Is Your "Once In A Lifetime Dog" Holding You Back? #329

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   Is your "Once In A Lifetime Dog" holding you back? What you believe about your dog shapes what you notice, how you respond, and the resu

How To Shape Your Dog: The Ultimate Guide To Training Success #328

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   How to shape your dog for training success starts with understanding that shaping isn't about waiting and hoping, it's about designing s

Beyond "Yes" And "Good": Why Your Dog Needs "Spotlights" #327

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   Moving beyond general marker words like "yes" and "good" can bring much more clarity to your dog's training, and in this episode, I shar

The 30 Second Reset - Because Your Dog Knows #326

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   Sometimes what we need most in dog training is a simple 30-second reset, because our dogs know far more about our emotional state than w

When To Add A Verbal Cue... Don't Make These Mistakes #325

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   If your dog has ever "known" a verbal cue but didn't respond the first time you asked, it may be that your cue has been poisoned. In thi

The First Two Weeks With Your Puppy: What You Grow Is What You Get #324

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   The first two weeks with your puppy are when what you grow is what you get. In these early days, everyday choices shape how your puppy l

Why Dogs "Ignore" Commands #323

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   Why dogs "ignore" commands has less to do with defiance and more to do with education. When a dog doesn't respond, it's easy to label it

Loose Leash Walking Starts Without A Leash #322

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   Loose leash walking starts without a leash. I would like you to think for a moment about what kind of an emotional experience it is to t

Is Your Dog Really Being Spiteful? #321

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   When a new puppy arrives, the change in routine can create big feelings for an adult dog who has been part of every training session. Be

The Thing You THINK Calms Your Puppy... #320

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   A lick mat can feel like magic when it brings instant peace to a whiny or restless puppy, but sometimes that calm comes after a buildup

10 Misleading Dog Training Arguments #319

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   If you've ever had someone twist your training philosophy into something it's not, you've likely run into a Straw Man argument. In this

What If The Hidden Source Of Your Dog's On Leash Chaos Begins BEFORE Your Walk Does? #318

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   Many dogs start spinning, barking, or rushing when the leash comes out or you head toward the door, but what if the hidden source of tha

20 Exercises That Help Your Dog Live Longer: Start Today! #317

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   Your dog's movement can reveal a lot about their long-term comfort and health. That's why I'm sharing more than 20 simple fitness exerci

Senior Dogs, Best Lives: The Four Pillars To Longevity #316

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   Helping senior dogs live their best lives starts with simple, intentional choices that nurture their body, mind, and heart. In this epis

Training Tips From Susan: Why I Don't Use The Word "No" With My Dogs And What I Teach Instead

Message From Susan Hey everyone, it's Susan, and you're about to hear one of my training tips and tidbits. These are quick, actionable strategies to help you and your

Training Tips From Susan: Shaping Q&A: Non-Reward Markers, Reinforcement Strategies, And Making Training Work For Every Dog

Message From Susan Hey everyone, it's Susan, and you're about to hear one of my training tips and tidbits. These are quick, actionable strategies to help you and your

Dog Enrichment Secrets Part 2: 30 Day Enrichment Challenge + Free Planner PDF #315

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   What might look like digging, chewing, or shredding is often a dog's way of saying, "I need more enrichment." In Part 2 of our enrichmen