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The 5 Minute Dog by Personable Pets Dog Training
Quick, practical dog training tips in under 5 minutes—because training your dog shouldn’t take all day.
New episodes drop every Monday.
With over 20 years of family dog training experience, this podcast delivers real-life advice you can actually use. From simple tips and clear explanations to common behavior scenarios, we’ll help you understand why your dog does what he does—and what to do about it.
Training really can be easy. Let us show you how.
Episodes
160 episodes
#159 What if...My Dog Bites
What happens when your dog bites someone on your property? The answer might surprise you—and it definitely depends on where you live.
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Episode 159
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3:35
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#158 Sorry, My Dog Isn't Taking Visitors Today
Ever found yourself caught between politeness to strangers and protecting your dog? That uncomfortable moment when someone approaches your anxious pet, and social pressure makes you hesitate to intervene? This episode tackles that exact dilemma...
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Episode 158
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2:56
#157 Do You Smell That
Have you ever noticed how your dog transforms when they pick up a fresh scent? Today, what started as a routine morning walk with my dog Scooter turned into a masterclass in canine enrichment—all thanks to perfect timing and another dog who'd j...
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Episode 157
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3:12
#156 Puppy Coordination Challenges
Ever wondered why your puppy can effortlessly launch onto your couch but hesitates when asked to climb a small platform? This fascinating disconnect reveals a key aspect of puppy development that many pet parents miss.
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Episode 156
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2:20
#155 Post-Incident Recovery
The often-overlooked minutes after a negative dog encounter are crucial for shaping how our dogs process and remember these experiences.
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Episode 155
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3:05
#153 Skip The Short Leash
Bringing home a new dog should be an exciting time, but those first walks can quickly become frustrating struggles when your enthusiastic pup pulls you in every direction. Why does this happen so consistently, and what simple change could preve...
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Episode 153
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3:17
#152 Don't Listen Yet
Have you ever caught yourself repeating the same command to your dog over and over again? That seemingly innocent habit might be sabotaging your training efforts more than you realize.
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Episode 152
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3:59
#151 Can I See Your Management
Ever wondered why your dog training efforts sometimes fall short despite your best intentions? The answer might lie in a critical but often overlooked concept: management.
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Episode 151
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4:14
#150 No Treat for Me
Every dog owner has experienced that confusing moment. You hold out a treat, your dog sniffs it, and then... nothing. They turn away, stare blankly, or take it only to immediately spit it out. What's happening?
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Episode 150
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5:23
#149 The Frustration Factor
Have you ever found yourself calling your dog repeatedly, each time with a sharper tone and tighter jaw, only to have them seemingly ignore you even more? That frustrating cycle isn't about disobedience—it's about miscommunication.
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Episode 149
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4:30
#148 "Something Better is Coming": The Art of Teaching Leave-It
Mastering the "leave it" command transforms your relationship with your dog, but most pet owners never progress beyond the basic training room version. This fundamental disconnect explains why so many dogs who "know" leave it still lunge for ch...
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Episode 148
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4:27
#147 A Rewarding Dinner
Ever felt guilty about not having enough time for dog training? What if the solution was hiding in plain sight—in your dog's dinner bowl?
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Episode 147
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3:07
#146 Your attention is teaching your dog to bark more, not less.
Why does your dog keep barking no matter what you do? The answer might surprise you - you could be accidentally reinforcing the very behavior driving you crazy! This eye-opening episode dives into the psychology behind dog barking and reveals h...
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Episode 146
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3:53
#145 Only When We are Home Alone
Dogs struggle with generalizing commands across different environments, which is why your perfectly trained pup might suddenly "forget" everything when guests arrive or you're at the park. This isn't stubbornness but a genuine failure to unders...
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Episode 145
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3:22
#144 When your dog crosses a line, you're the one responsible.
Have you ever considered the legal implications of where exactly your dog walks during neighborhood strolls? A fascinating Judge Judy case provides a wake-up call for pet owners everywhere about respecting property boundaries and understanding ...
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Episode 144
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2:45
#143 Management Always Fails
Ever had that heart-stopping moment when your dog slipped through an open gate? You're not alone. Management tools—gates, crates, leashes, fences—are essential safeguards for our dogs, but they share one critical flaw: they eventually fail....
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Episode 143
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3:15
#142 Strategically is Better Than Frequently
Struggling with house training your dog despite countless potty breaks? You might be missing the crucial element that determines success.
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Episode 142
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2:20
#141 IIs My Dog a Mind Reader?
Have you ever wondered how your dog seems to know you're leaving the house before you've even grabbed your keys? That seemingly psychic connection isn't supernatural—it's the result of your dog's remarkable ability to read your body language wi...
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Episode 141
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2:32
#140 Fear in Rescue Dogs: The Underexposure Reality
Ever looked at your cowering rescue dog and assumed they must have suffered terrible abuse? Think again. This eye-opening episode of the 5-Minute Dog podcast challenges the common misconception that most fearful rescue dogs are victims of mistr...
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Episode 140
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2:56
#139 2 Houses Up
Have you ever felt guilty about not taking your dog for that long neighborhood walk? This episode flips the script on what makes a quality dog walk, showing why a quick "sniff walk" is better than no walk at all.
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Episode 139
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2:11
#138 Consent and Safety: Why Standing Dogs Make Better Interactions
Have you ever considered how a dog's position affects their comfort when being petted by strangers? This eye-opening discussion challenges the conventional wisdom that dogs should sit during interactions with unfamiliar people.
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Episode 138
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2:12