K9 Aptitude

A realistic, actionable dog training podcast. We are here to give everyday solutions to the every day dog owner using our 3-step action plan! And occasionally we drink good beer. Enjoy!

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IQ Boost: Board and Trains

Find us on Instagram! @K9Aptitude Have a dog training issue? Email us! [email protected] Episode Resources: Before you Board and Train Your Dog: What to Expect Extra resources: Body language Mental stimulation Stress Methods of Teaching Find a trainer

Nov 16, 2020

33 min

12. How to say "no" to your dog

Find us on Instagram! @K9Aptitude Have a dog training issue? Email us! [email protected] Episode resources: Stop unwanted behavior 

Sep 21, 2020

56 min

IQ Boost: Behavioral Euthanasia w/ Zach Boerboom

Find us on Instagram! @K9Aptitude Have a dog training issue? Email us! [email protected] Episode resources: AVSAB Punishment Position Statement Dr. Ian Dunbar's Bite Scale Humane Society of Charlotte Study on Behavioral Euthanasia Support group for Behavioral Euthanasia 

Sep 8, 2020

1 hr 8 min

10. Puppies - Part 1: Planning and Proper Socialization

Find us on Instagram! @K9Aptitude Have a dog training issue?  Email us! [email protected]  Episode Resources:  Appropriate Puppy exercise  Puppy Developmental Stages  Puppy Culture  Puppy Start Smart Socialization  Checklist and Rubric for Body Language  Potty training  Potty training troubleshooting  Littermate syndrome  What if I already have littermates?

Aug 31, 2020

38 min

11. Puppies - Part 2: Boundaries and Training Foundations

Find us on Instagram! @K9Aptitude  Have a dog training issue? Email us! [email protected] Episode resources: Puppy biting and mouthing resource Creating a YES space Puppy pacifiers Letting your puppy "Cry it out" can cause permanent damage Crate training video

Aug 31, 2020

1 hr

IQ Boost: What to know before training your dog

Find us on Instagram! @K9Aptitude Have a dog training issue? Email us! [email protected] Episode resources: Hierarchy of Dog Needs

Aug 24, 2020

29 min

9. Great Dane with genetic, health, and behavior issues

Find us on Instagram! @K9Aptitude Have a dog training issue? Email us! [email protected] Episode Resources: Counter-conditioning Separation Anxiety Resource Extra Resources: Find a trainer Find a Veterinary Behaviorist Body language Mental stimulation Stress Methods of Teaching

Aug 4, 2020

42 min

8. Dog is fence fighting with the neighbor dogs

Find us on Instagram! @K9Aptitude Have a dog training issue? Email us! [email protected] Episode resources: Engage/Disengage Extra resources: Body language Mental stimulation Stress Methods of Teaching Find a trainer

Jul 27, 2020

37 min

IQ Boost: Offered Behavior

Find us on Instagram! @K9Aptitude Have a dog training issue? Email us! [email protected]

Jul 13, 2020

19 min

7. Boxer mix is pulling SO hard on leash

Find us on Instagram! @K9Aptitude Have a dog training issue? Email us! [email protected] Episode resources: Alternate exercise Double-ended leash Emily's favorite long line Sniffspot Leash walking videos: * Video 1 * Video 2 * Video 3 Extra resources: Body language Mental stimulation Stress Methods of Teaching Find a trainer

Jul 6, 2020

55 min