Why Obedience Training Alone Won’t Fix Your Dog’s Anxiety or Reactivity

Straight Up Dog Talk: Support for Reactivity, Dog Food & Burnout — Training, Nutrition & Enrichment

Tried all the protocols, bought every tool, and your dog’s still not improving?If you're stuck in a cycle of reactivity, barking, or anxiety despite following expert advice, it might be time to rethink the way you're approaching your dog’s behavior. This episode flips the script on traditional training with a skill few talk about: curiosity.

You'll Learn:

• ​Discover how curiosity (not control) unlocks lasting change in dogs
• ​Learn the top 3 red flags when choosing a trainer—and how to spot them early
• ​Hear how Josh’s background in corporate investigations reshaped his entire approach to working with reactive dogs

Press play to explore a new, empowering perspective on training that builds trust, not tension—and finally helps you move forward with your big-feeling dog.

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This podcast explores real-life dog behavior and training, diving into reactivity, barking, dog anxiety, aggression, picky eating, gut health, and dog food—while unpacking enrichment, mental stimulation, supplements, calming aids, and holistic pet wellness. Whether you’re raising a rescue dog, supporting a senior dog, managing a velcro dog, or just navigating life with a dog who’s asking for more, you’ll find practical tools to build trust, strengthen communication, and create a safe, thriving life together.