All Dogs are Good Dogs Podcast (Pack Leader Help: Rehabilitation & Training)

There are endless blog posts that do their best to persuade owners, dog lovers and even dog trainers that there is one methodology and approach to training. I wish it were that simple but unfortunately, it's not. Dog training isn't as binary as some might attempt to make it. It's not Positive Only Vs. Alpha theory. Dog training is a spectrum and should be tailored to dog, owner, environment and life style. That's the great thing about training and behavior modification for your dog, you have almost endless ways of teaching them behaviors you do want and limiting the behaviors you don't. If you're interested in learning more or setting up training with Brianna head to https://www.packleaderhelp.com/ or @packleaderhelp on Instagram

Welcome to the All Dogs Are Good Dogs podcast! In today's episode, "Behavioral Bridges: Connecting the Dots in Dog Training," we're diving deep into the interconnected world of dog behavior. I'll break down how even the smallest actions, like waiting calmly at the door or practicing impulse control, can have a ripple effect on more complex issues like reactivity, separation anxiety, and aggression. By focusing on these "behavioral bridges," you'll gain a clearer understanding of how everything your dog does is connected—and how you can create positive change by addressing the small things first. Tune in to discover practical tips and insights that will help you and your dog navigate the path to better behavior, one step at a time. Need help with your dog? Find out more information at ⁠Packleaderhelp.com⁠ and follow us on Instagram and at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/packleaderhelp Brianna is an expert dog behavior consultant located in Alexandria, VA. She has has been working with dogs with severe behavioral issues for the past 11 years. She is the behavior expert that veterinarians and other trainers recommend when their client's dogs have been recommended to be put down, or on life long medication.  She work's with aggression issues, puppies, severe anxiety, fear, separation anxiety, over excitement, and any behavioral issue in between. For more info, click ⁠https://www.packleaderhelp.com/.

So many people feel like their dogs don't listen without food. I talk about why that is and how to address it!

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Excitement is the root to most behavioral issues owners deal with. This episode discusses how to curb, jumping, nipping, pulling and other over-excitable behaviors your dog might be exhibiting. 

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I apologize in advance for the audio issues in this episode but bear with me, the episode is worth it! Denise and I spent an hour discussing the dog training industry balanced versus force free, the spectrum of training and where behavior stems from. If you're interested in learning more about your dog, you're not going to want to miss this one. 

You can find Denise Fenzi on social media at https://www.instagram.com/denise_fenzi/ or her website https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/

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If your dog is listening to you sometimes, it's probably because you enforce the rules sometimes. 

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I dive into why dogs become aggressive towards other dogs and how to help it. Genetics, upbringing and training will all play a huge role in helping your dog aggressive dog feel more comfortable around other dogs. Dog aggression is a complex issues with many different variables. We hope this episodes shares some insight!

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Brianna is an expert dog behavior consultant located in Alexandria, VA. She has has been working with dogs with severe behavioral issues for the past 11 years. She is the behavior expert that veterinarians and other trainers recommend when their client's dogs have been recommended to be put down, or on life long medication.  She work's with aggression issues, puppies, severe anxiety, fear, separation anxiety, over excitement, and any behavioral issue in between. For more info, click ⁠HERE⁠.

Apologies for the audio, this was recording live on Instagram outside!

In this episode, we dive deep into extinguishing reactivity in dogs—specifically addressing the steps I take with owners and why I’ve shifted my approach over the years. Reactivity is much like addiction, where the behavior becomes highly reinforcing for the dog, making it harder to break the habit. I discuss why creating a "detox phase" is essential for reactive dogs, and how physical management, like crate training, can help stop the rehearsal of impulsive behaviors.

We'll cover:

• Why reactivity is like addiction for dogs
• The importance of physical management in the early stages of training
• My shift from a hands-off to a more structured approach with crates
• The mistakes I’ve seen when clients avoid crate training and how it prolongs the behavior
• How to avoid allowing your dog to practice undesirable behaviors when you're not home

If you’re struggling with a reactive dog, this episode will give you actionable steps to create long-term change, with minimal management needed down the road. Let’s get into it!

Need help with your dog? Find out more information at ⁠Packleaderhelp.com⁠ and follow us on Instagram and at ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/packleaderhelp⁠

Brianna is an expert dog behavior consultant located in Alexandria, VA. She has has been working with dogs with severe behavioral issues for the past 11 years. She is the behavior expert that veterinarians and other trainers recommend when their client's dogs have been recommended to be put down, or on life long medication.  She work's with aggression issues, puppies, severe anxiety, fear, separation anxiety, over excitement, and any behavioral issue in between. For more info, click ⁠⁠https://www.packleaderhelp.com/⁠

Reactivity is a symptom, no the root issue. In this episode I discuss the why and the how of dog reactivity and I break it down for fear based reactivity and excitement based reactivity. More importantly, I explain how to address this issue. 

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Brianna is an expert dog behavior consultant located in Alexandria, VA. She has has been working with dogs with severe behavioral issues for the past 11 years. She is the behavior expert that veterinarians and other trainers recommend when their client's dogs have been recommended to be put down, or on life long medication.  She work's with aggression issues, puppies, severe anxiety, fear, separation anxiety, over excitement, and any behavioral issue in between. For more info, click ⁠HERE⁠.

Obviously there is exceptions to this podcast but I’m sharing my thoughts on multi dog households. Everyone needs to be on the same page, which means owner is the leader, parent, guardian etc.

Your dogs also learn from each other and if one dog is out of control they’re learning that the human isn’t in control and can’t help. Let me know what you think I’m with working with multiple dog households. 

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We get into how to prepare for your puppy, what to do the first week your puppy comes home, what to expect in adolescence 6-12 months and more!

If you're interested in learning more or setting up training with Brianna head to https://www.packleaderhelp.com/ or @packleaderhelp on Instagram, Youtube or Tiktok Brianna's Puppy guide: https://www.instagram.com/packleaderhelp/guide/puppy-guide/18036689482345190/

Brianna is an expert dog behavior consultant located in Alexandria, VA. She has has been working with dogs with severe behavioral issues for the past 11 years. She is the behavior expert that veterinarians and other trainers recommend when their client's dogs have been recommended to be put down, or on life long medication.  She work's with aggression issues, puppies, severe anxiety, fear, separation anxiety, over excitement, and any behavioral issue in between. For more info, click ⁠HERE⁠.

Feel like you can't get your dog to stop jumping on guests? You're not alone. This episode I provide short, sweet and simple instructions on how to tackle this behavioral concern.

Need help with your dog? Find out more information at Packleaderhelp.com and follow us on Instagram and Tiktok at @Packleaderhelp

Brianna is an expert dog behavior consultant located in Alexandria, VA. She has has been working with dogs with severe behavioral issues for the past 11 years. She is the behavior expert that veterinarians and other trainers recommend when their client's dogs have been recommended to be put down, or on life long medication.  She work's with aggression issues, puppies, severe anxiety, fear, separation anxiety, over excitement, and any behavioral issue in between. For more info, click HERE.

Trigger warning for SA. Whew... I got through it that's what matters! This episode is going to ruffle a few feathers and I'm okay with that. It's important that young trainers and people who aren't familiar with the dog training industry know what actually goes on behind closed doors.  I discuss what new trainers can expect, how to maintain your mental health while creating a small business and the best advice I wish I was given when I first started.  For more information on PLH please head to Packleaderhelp.com or follow us @Packleaderhelp

Separation Anxiety: Why it occurs and How to fix it

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One of the most difficult and pervasive behavioral issue dogs and owners deal with is separation anxiety. In my experience, this issue is also the most over-drugged and misunderstood for vets and trainers. ⠀

In my opinion, separation anxiety is a relationship issue, not a true behavioral issue. It’s when the dog doesn’t trust their leader to leave. Most of the time, separation anxiety isn’t the only “issue” that the dog is dealing with. ⠀

Almost every dog I’ve worked with that previously dealt with separation anxiety was either drugged or recommend to be drugged, which is really unfortunate. ⠀

In my experience, dogs and more importantly, owners, who are dealing with behavioral issues have these habits:
✔️ Unearned affection
✔️ Way too much freedom inside and outside the home ✔️ An owner who feels sorry and humanizes the dog
✔️ Lack of structure exercise
✔️ Sleeps in bed with the owner or doesn’t sleep in crate
✔️ Owner who gave up on Crete training
✔️ Owner doesn’t practice separation from dog then they are home and allows dog to follow them everywhere ⠀

How to help?
✔️teaching place ✔️structure mental and physical exercise
✔️ Practicing making your dog stay in one area and allowing you to leave ✔️Crate training
Obviously these factors vary depending on the relationship between dog and owner but these are the most common. It’s basically a recipe for separation anxiety. ⠀

I want owners to know that separation can be dealt with and fixed without the use of drugging dogs. There are steps you can take to help your dog feel safe when you leave. It’s possible.

Anxiety comes from comes from confusion and confusion comes from lack of consistency. Today's episode discusses how to deal with anxiety and fearfulness in dogs, why it happens and what owners can do to help their dog feel calm and confident. 

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This episode was downloaded and recorded on Instagram live so please mind the audio. Alana and I dive into how training methods have changes for behavior modification, when and why or why not to send your dog to a board & train and what are the potential benefits and pitfalls of traditional board & train programs. You can find Alana at Wolfmoondogs.com or @wolfmoondogs Need help with your dog? Find out more information at Packleaderhelp.com and follow us on Instagram and Tiktok at @Packleaderhelp Brianna is an expert dog behavior consultant located in Alexandria, VA. She has has been working with dogs with severe behavioral issues for the past 11 years. She is the behavior expert that veterinarians and other trainers recommend when their client's dogs have been recommended to be put down, or on life long medication.  She work's with aggression issues, puppies, severe anxiety, fear, separation anxiety, over excitement, and any behavioral issue in between. For more info, click HERE.

If you have dog reacting poorly to new people and dogs it's time to take a look at your day to day interactions and overall relationship. Dogs need clear communication of what they should be doing (24/7). 

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Step 1. House hold management
Step 2. Structured Exercise
Step 3. Confidence building and counter conditioning
Step 4. Work on the triggers 

Will and Briana discuss force free, balanced training and everything in between. Get into the mind of a dog trainer and behavior expert to learn how to address your dogs problem behaviors. This is an episode you won't want to miss. 

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Take your time getting to know your rescue dog. This should be a slow and exciting process but many times, owners and rescues, set the dog up to fail.  or Packleaderhelp.com 1. Make them wait calmly before exiting your car 2. Take them for a long long long structured walk (where they are not pulling you everywhere, sniffing, zig zagging, fixating, going wherever they want, etc) 3. On leash, guide them through your home allowing them to smell and then put them in their crate or on their dog bed and allow them to relax 4. Create a routine based on invitation versus expectation where YOU are in control of all your dogs decisions, including where to go inside and outside, what state of mind they are in and how the greet people, objects and other animals 5. Reward only a calm state of mind by only allowing them to exit the crate when calm, fed when calm, allowed outside when calm, leashed when calm, petted when calm, and so on 6. Allow them to smell new people, animals environments while not exciting them by saying things such as "Oh what is that buddy?!", "Do you want to go see that?", "What do you think boy??" 7. Walk them everyday for at least 1 hour 8. Crate them!!!!

Today's episode interviews a therapist in New Jersey, Ashley Zayas(they/xe) to discuss how our upbringing influences the way we interact with our dog and how it changes our approach to dog rehabilitation & training. Their practice can be found at https://www.bipocrestorativetherapylcsw.com/ or @bipocrestorativetherapylcsw on IG

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Forgive the rough audio in this!

I know many in my audience can relate to Tina's story with Cosmo. You adopted a dog in the hopes that you'd be able to enjoy that dog, not necessarily work through a behavior modification plan and reactivity.

Need help with your dog? Find out more information at Packleaderhelp.com and follow us on Instagram and Tiktok at @Packleaderhelp

Brianna is an expert dog behavior consultant located in Alexandria, VA. She has has been working with dogs with severe behavioral issues for the past 11 years. She is the behavior expert that veterinarians and other trainers recommend when their client's dogs have been recommended to be put down, or on life long medication.  She work's with aggression issues, puppies, severe anxiety, fear, separation anxiety, over excitement, and any behavioral issue in between. For more info, click HERE.

Have you ever taken your dog to a daycare or dog park? I discuss why these options may or may not be the best for you and your dog, why they tend to create leash reactive dogs and how best to socialize your dog! Need help with your dog? Find out more information at ⁠Packleaderhelp.com⁠ and follow us on Instagram and at ⁠@Packleaderhelp⁠ Brianna is an expert dog behavior consultant located in Alexandria, VA. She has has been working with dogs with severe behavioral issues for the past 11 years. She is the behavior expert that veterinarians and other trainers recommend when their client's dogs have been recommended to be put down, or on life long medication.  She work's with aggression issues, puppies, severe anxiety, fear, separation anxiety, over excitement, and any behavioral issue in between. For more info, click ⁠HERE⁠.