Off Leash And Unfiltered: The Truth In Dog Training
Kati Peppe, owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in southern Maine, shares her thoughts and experiences on all things dog. Brutally honest, these harangues are entertaining and thought provoking.
Kati is passionate about dog training and behavior, and even more passionate about sharing the truth with the world even though so many people get their panties in a twist about it.
If you've ever struggled with your dog or wondered why the dog training advice out there doesn't seem to work, this podcast is for you! Served with a little salt and lots of love.
Episodes
117 episodes
Q&A—How Do I Get My Dog To Chill? Cars, Vets, Groomers, And Bones.
So many dog owners struggle with dogs that don't do well at the vet's office or at the groomer's. These are some of the most challenging environments, and it isn't usually an easy fix. But these tips can get you on the way to building something...
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Episode 115
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36:56
Xtra: How Do We Fix A 10 Year Old Dog That Suddenly Gets Crazed And Aggressive When His Owner Leaves And Returns?
The story of a dog that finally went off the deep end and would need to be rehomed or euthanized if not "fixed". It's really common for people to experience what they perceive as sudden changes in their dog's behavior and have no idea why it is...
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Episode 114
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50:49
Prevention Series: Separation Anxiety
What can you do to help avoid creating a needy, anxious dog? This episode covers the most impactful ways you can alter your routine, your environment, and your relationship to help your dog become the most stable and balanced version of themsel...
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Episode 114
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48:55
5 Myths About Dogs That Drive Me Nuts And Waste Your Energy
Everybody has an opinion on what you should and shouldn't do with your dog, and how you build a "good" relationship with them. But the problem is they don't take into account each dog's specific personality. Also.. most of it is just plain made...
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Episode 113
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38:07
The Prevention Series: Resource Guarding
Dogs guard resources. This is a normal behavior. People often think of their dog as either aggressive or not aggressive as if they can only be one or the other, but any dog can exhibit aggressive behaviors, even if they never have before....
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Episode 112
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56:42
Why Your Dog "Can't Recall" How To Recall
Coming back when called is one of the most important things you can teach your dog. It could save their life! But even people with a well trained dog can find themselves in a situation where their dog suddenly starts blowing off their rec...
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Episode 111
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57:37
Consultation Files: Reactive Dog? Just Draw The Curtains
Purely positive training cannot eliminate reactivity in most cases. Rescues usually can't either because they usually only offer purely positive services. And your dog isn't eligible for them because they are too reactive...so there's tha...
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Episode 110
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33:06
It's No Wonder (Your Dog Still Doesn't Respect You)..
Even after training some folks continue to struggle with their dog's behavioral issues. And sometimes that is because some dogs are more challenging. We are, after all, dealing with the nervous system. All dogs are wired uniquely. But the...
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Episode 109
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35:28
OMG! My Dog Hates Doggy Daycare!
Doggy daycare and dog parks carry a high level of risk and a very low level of benefit. What has become obvious to me over the years is that a lot of dogs don't actually enjoy themselves in these environments but that it just isn't always obvio...
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Episode 108
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21:05
The Place Command For Dummies—Get The Most Out Of Your Dog Training
Does your dog go crazy when people come over? Do they beg when you're eating? Or maybe they are always getting into stuff or stealing socks out of the hamper or chewing your furniture? These are all reasons why people love using the...
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Episode 107
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33:42
Is Your Dog Extremely "Sensitive" or "Dramatic"? Here's What It Means.
Some dogs can be super big babies. Big dogs and small dogs alike can fall into this category. People with these types of dogs struggle sometimes because number one it's embarrassing, and number 2 they think they are hurting their dog. This ofte...
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Episode 106
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40:50
Consultation Files—My Child And The Dog Hate Each Other
In this episode we are talking about a common household issue—kids not getting along with the dog! As a parent it is your job to advocate for both parties and set and enforce appropriate rules. How do we help people with ...
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Episode 105
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31:43
People Who Expect Magic Wands, Fairy Dust, And Easy Buttons Need Not Apply
We love helping people! But...some folks just can't be helped. This is the number one biggest challenge any dog trainer will face. Our clients are amazing! But every now and then we get reminded that there are people out there that think they w...
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Episode 104
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44:24
Dog Obsessions, Addictions, Fixations...Oh My!
We are talking about addictions! How can unwanted behaviors, or even fun behaviors, become a thing of obsession. Leash reactivity, tail chasing, self mutilation, ball chasing, light and shadow chasing, etc. What do you do if your dog struggles ...
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Episode 103
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41:04
My Dog Is Good Until...
Most people say their dog is smart, learns fast, and can do their commands...unless, or until.. Is that really a trained dog? What is a trained dog? How high should your standards be? How do you get there? Don't let the "unles...
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Episode 102
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29:14
Consultation Files—My Highly Reactive GSD Slipped Through An Open Door And My Neighbors Already Hated Me
Imagine dealing with a divorce, having to move, being surrounded by people that don't like you, and having an older dog that is incredibly anxious and reactive, just to have the dog slip out the door and go after someone's dog..We're dis...
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Episode 100
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31:34
The Trade Game—No Bueno
Do you have to "trade" your dog things to get things from them? This is really common and although it sometimes works, it might not always. Even if it does work, we discuss the reasons it's generally a bad idea, and what the best way is to ...
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Episode 98
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30:13
What's The Story You Tell Yourself?
All too often we get calls for behavioral issues AFTER something goes completely off the rails, but often there were signs right along that things were headed in the wrong direction. Aggression, guarding, separation anxiety, etc.Th...
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Episode 98
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36:02
Xtra: No Backbone—No Refunds
There's so much nonsense out there about training that it can be difficult to know what to believe. People worry about causing harm to their dog or their relationship simply by drawing real boundaries and expectations with their dog and enforci...
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Episode 97
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43:00
Q&A: Obedience—Second Chances, Seeing The One Person That Makes The Dog Bonkers, Doing The Incorrect Command, And More
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Episode 95
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32:15