The Puppy Training Podcast
Amy Jensen is a professional puppy trainer, service dog trainer and creator of BAXTER & Bella, the Online Puppy School. She spends her free time training dogs to be calm, well-mannered household members as well as service & therapy dogs. After receiving many requests to train dogs for people, Amy decided to roll out a comprehensive how-to online training program to help you train your own dog. On this podcast, she shares training tips aimed at helping you be successful on your own puppy training journey. #baxterandbellapuppytraining #theonlinepuppyschool
Episodes
272 episodes
Episode #272 When Your Puppy Won't Take Treats
Struggling with a puppy who isn’t motivated by food? You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck. In this episode, Amy from BAXTER & Bella breaks down why food motivation can vary, especially during the early days of bringing a new puppy home whe...
Episode #271 Speaking Dog: A Clear Guide To Body Language
What do fear and stress actually look like in your puppy? In this education-packed episode, Amy gives you the foundation every puppy parent needs: how to read your dog’s body language.Learn the clusters of signals that tell you if your p...
Episode #270 Doorway & Boundary Skills
Doorway chaos, leash pulling the second you open the door, and dogs that treat every threshold like a starting line—sound familiar? In this episode, we break down Doorway & Boundary Skills as a complete system, not just a quick fix. ...
Episode #269 Leave It & Drop It: Teaching the Skills That Could Save Your Dog’s Life
“Leave it” and “drop it” aren’t just nice tricks—they’re essential safety skills every dog needs. In this episode, we break down how to teach both cues clearly, effectively, and without conflict. You’ll learn how to build reliability, prevent r...
Episode #268 Proofing Behaviors – Why Your Puppy “Forgets” and How to Fix It
Does your puppy seem to “forget” their cues the moment you leave the house? You’re not alone—and your puppy isn’t being stubborn. In this episode, we’re diving into proofing behaviors (also known as generalization) so you can help your puppy su...
Episode #267 Marker Training & Timing: The Secret to Effective Reinforcement
In this episode, we explore the powerful technique of marker training and why timing plays a critical role in your puppy’s success. You’ll learn how to clearly communicate with your dog using marker words or a clicker, how to reinforce the exac...
Episode #266 The First Few Days — Bonding, Potty & Crate Basics
Bringing home a new puppy? 🐶 The first few days can feel exciting, overwhelming, and a little exhausting — all at once. In this episode, Amy walks you through exactly what to focus on (and what not to stress about) during those critical early d...
Episode #265 Understanding Your Dog’s Personality: Tailoring Training to the Individual
What if the “stubborn” dog at your feet is actually curious, independent, or just overwhelmed? We break down the Big Five puppy personality traits—sociability, confidence, biddability, resilience, and independence—and show how each one changes ...
Episode #264 Puppy Training Basics Revisited: The 3 Mistakes We See Most Often (And How to Avoid Them)
When you bring a new puppy home and real life kicks back in — work schedules, school mornings, extracurriculars — your puppy is trying to figure out what this new rhythm means.In this episode of the Puppy Training Podcast, we revisit the...
Episode #263 Agency Turns Chaos Into Cooperation
What if the secret to better training isn’t more control—but more choice?In this episode, we explore one of the most powerful shifts in modern dog training: giving dogs agency. Choice-based training is transforming how we teach, focusing...
Episode #262 The Power of Predictability — Routines That Build Confidence
Predictability is one of the most overlooked tools in dog training—and one of the most powerful. In this extended episode, we explore how consistent routines around feeding, walks, rest, and cues reduce anxiety, improve emotional regulation, an...
Episode #261 The Art of Ignoring — Teaching Puppies to Focus Around Distractions
Does your puppy forget you exist the moment another dog, person, or noise shows up? You’re not alone — and you’re not failing.In this episode, we break down why puppies struggle with focus in distracting environments and how to buil...
Episode #260 Transitioning from Puppy to Adolescent — What Changes & How to Adapt
You survived puppyhood—so why does training suddenly feel harder?In this episode, we break down the often-overlooked transition from puppy to adolescent and explain why even well-trained dogs can seem distracted, impulsive, or inconsiste...
Episode #259 Preparing Puppies for a Multi-Species Household
Adding a puppy to a home with cats, birds, or other animals? This episode dives into how to safely introduce, train, and manage puppies in multi-species households—without stress, chaos, or unrealistic expectations.
Episode #258 Brain Games & Enrichment for Puppies — Mental Training Matters
If you’re raising a puppy right now—or planning to—you’re probably already thinking about walks, playtime, and basic training. And that’s great. Physical exercise absolutely matters.But today, we’re talking about something that’s just as...
Episode #257 Life Skills & Handling for Puppies — Beyond Sit & Stay
In this episode of the Puppy Training Podcast, we go beyond basic behaviors like sit and stay to focus on the life skills that truly shape a well-behaved, confident dog.Many puppy parents work hard on cues, but struggle with everyday cha...
Episode #256 Puppy Training Equipment - Everything You Need to Know
Choosing the right equipment for your puppy can make all the difference between smooth, confidence-building training and a daily struggle with slips, stalls, or stress. In this episode, we break down how to select the best harnesses, collars, a...
Episode #255 A Thanksgiving Pause — Gratitude for Our Dogs, Exactly as They Are
In this special Thanksgiving episode of the BAXTER & Bella Puppy Training Podcast, we discuss the need to slow down, breathe, and appreciate the dogs who share our homes—not for their perfect behavior, but for the companionship, joy, and co...
Episode #254 Remote Puppy Training, Real Results
In this episode of the BAXTER & Bella Puppy Training Podcast, we dive into the rapidly growing world of virtual and remote puppy training. With more families seeking flexible, accessible ways to raise well-behaved dogs, online training has ...
Episode #253 Anxiety, Fear & “Pandemic Puppies” — Providing Emotional Support
Did your dog grow up during lockdown? You’re not alone — and you’re not imagining it if your once-happy puppy now struggles with anxiety, fear, or reactivity.In this episode, Amy explores why so many “pandemic puppies” are showing emotio...
Episode #252 Leash Skills 2.0 — Beyond Pulling
You’ve taught your dog not to pull — now it’s time to understand why leash manners matter. In this episode, Amy breaks down the emotional side of walking on leash and explains how different types of walks — go sniff walks, training wal...
Episode #251 Cooperative Care — Training for Grooming, Vet Visits, and Touch
What if your dog willingly offered their paw for a nail trim or stayed calm during a vet exam? It’s possible — with Cooperative Care Training.In this episode, Amy explains how to use fear-free handling, desensitization, and cons...
Episode #250 Road Safety for Dogs: Teaching Awareness Around Moving Vehicles
Keeping your dog safe near traffic is one of the most important skills you can teach. In this episode, we dive into car and road awareness training — from staying back from moving vehicles to pausing and looking before crossing the street. Lear...
Episode #249 Sit to Say Please — Building Manners from the Start
Does your puppy love to bark, bite, or jump for attention? In this episode, Amy explains how teaching your puppy to “Sit to Say Please” can turn all that wild puppy energy into calm, polite behavior. You’ll learn what Sit to Say Please...
Episode #248 The Art of Teaching Your Dog to Do Nothing
In this episode of the Puppy Training Podcast, Amy from BAXTER & Bella explores one of the most underrated—but life-changing—skills you can teach your dog: how to do nothing.From understanding what “settling” really means to learning...