If your dog's paws are up on the counter as soon as you turn your back, this episode is for you! In this episode, Anne-Marie and Amelia discuss "counter surfing" or dogs who steal food and other items off the counter or dinner table. We cover ways to prevent it, train it, and get lasting results. Don't forget to follow us on your favourite podcast app to be notified when the next episode is available! Make sure you rate us 5 stars - positive reinforcement works for us, too :) Check out our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thedogclassroom.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and find us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram ..read more

Does your dog bolt as soon as you take the leash off? Run out the door any chance they get? Maybe you want to take your dog for a walk at an off-leash trail but feel nervous they won't come back? In this episode, Anne-Marie and Amelia discuss their step-by-step approach to training dogs to come when called reliably in all different environments. Don't forget to follow us on your favourite podcast app to be notified when the next episode is available! Make sure you rate us 5 stars - positive reinforcement works for us, too :) Check out our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thedogclassroom.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ and find ..read more

Do you find yourself frustrated that your dog won't take food during training sessions? Thinking "but my dog just isn't food motivated!" when your trainer says to deliver a treat reward? In this episode, Anne-Marie and Amelia discuss potential reasons why some dogs appear not to be motivated by food rewards, other types of rewards that we can use to teach our dogs, and ways to increase food motivation in different situations. Don't forget to follow us on your favourite podcast app to be notified when the next episode is available! Make sure you rate us 5 stars - positive reinforcement works ..read more

Is your dog a party animal, or more of a homebody? Do they love meeting new friends or would they prefer their small social circle? All of these (and more) are a NORMAL part of the Dog Sociability Spectrum! In this episode, Anne-Marie and Amelia discuss the relationship and interactions that one dog can have with others. Everything from the friendliest, most outgoing puppy to the dog who wants nothing to do with other dogs at all. Don't forget to follow us on your favourite podcast app to be notified when the next episode is available! Make sure you rate us 5 stars - positive reinforcement w ..read more

Does your dog jump on guests when they come to your home? Are you embarrassed when people want to say "hi" and your dog nearly knocks them off their feet? In this episode, Anne-Marie and Amelia discuss dogs who jump up on people and how to address this common behaviour. Don't forget to follow us on your favourite podcast app to be notified when the next episode is available! Make sure you rate us 5 stars - positive reinforcement works for us, too :) Check out our website at ⁠www.thedogclassroom.com⁠ and find us on ⁠YouTube⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, and ⁠TikTok⁠ @TheDogClassroom. Have question ..read more

If you've ever felt embarrassed by your dog's behaviours, you're not alone! In this episode, Anne-Marie and Amelia discuss common questions about different behaviours like butt sniffing, poop eating, scooting, licking, rolling, scent marking, or chewing underwear in front of guests! Don't forget to follow us on your favourite podcast app to be notified when the next episode is available! Make sure you rate us 5 stars - positive reinforcement works for us, too :) Check out our website at www.thedogclassroom.com and find us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @TheDogClassroom. Have quest ..read more

In this episode, Anne-Marie and Amelia celebrate Season 2 of The Dog Classroom Podcast with our fantastic producers Michael (Thamichaelated) and Mohit! Join us for a trip down memory lane as we talk about the fun behind the scenes, review some of the topics we covered and our favourite takeaways from different episodes. Thank you to our listeners for all your support this season and we look forward to announcing the Season 3 release date in the new year! Don't forget to subscribe to be notified when the next episode is available! Rate us 5 stars on your podcast app - positive reinforcement wor ..read more

In this episode, Anne-Marie and Amelia celebrate Season 2 of The Dog Classroom Podcast with our fantastic producers Michael (Thamichaelated) and Mohit! Join us for a trip down memory lane as we talk about the fun behind the scenes, review some of the topics we covered and our favourite takeaways from different episodes. Thank you to our listeners for all your support this season and we look forward to announcing the Season 3 release date in the new year! Don't forget to subscribe to be notified when the next episode is available! Rate us 5 stars on your podcast app - positive reinforcement wor ..read more

In this episode, Anne-Marie and Amelia discuss getting through the holidays and cold winter months with your dog. Covering topics like enrichment ideas, keeping warm on walks, and ways to meet your dogs needs during the wintertime! Don't forget to subscribe to be notified when the next episode is available! Rate us 5 stars on your podcast app - positive reinforcement works for us, too :) Check out our website at ⁠www.thedogclassroom.com⁠ and find us on YouTube⁠, ⁠Instagram,⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠, and ⁠TikTok ⁠@TheDogClassroom ..read more

In this episode, Anne-Marie and Amelia discuss reactive dogs. Even if your dog is a social butterfly, this is a must-listen episode! What is a reactive dog? Why are dogs reactive? What do we want owners of non-reactive dogs to know about them? Is it "all how you raise them"? Listen to find out our thoughts! Check out the Reactive Dog Webinar (recorded version or view the next live dates) at https://www.thedogclassroom.com/reactiveseminar Learn more about our reactive dog program at https://www.thedogclassroom.com/reactive-dog-classes Read the newspaper article mentioned at https://www.thedogcl ..read more