Debunking the Myth of Universal Canine Behavioral Problems

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Do over 99% of dogs really have behavior problems? For claims like this we should be unpacking the truth and looking behind the headlines! We all want our dogs to reach their full potential, so I’m doing a deep dive into the study that sparked the “99%” headline and exploring the dog behavior problems cited like aggression, separation anxiety, and fear. When we understand our dog’s behavior we can help them live their best life and shine.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• About the claim that over 99% of dogs have moderate to severe behavior issues. • 3 key reasons a dog might be off kilter and the role of nutrition, pain, and illness. • That there are no naturally good dogs. • Why we need to embrace curiosity and seek solutions when facing behavior struggles. • My personal experiences with behavior challenges in my dog, This! • What’s behind the “99%” headline. • Why it’s important to dig deeper into your dog’s challenges to help them.

Resources:

1. Article: The prevalence of behavior problems in dogs in the United States - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S155878782400090X?fbclid=IwY2xjawHOHCRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHe1mnO4PVLgeHhe-Xc-EVNJnxy7WjARLZvcr3tvAAGfixgm6vGTxE2JAAw_aem_1LfznvF2oUDuVG3_bnAr_A 2. YouTube Playlist: Helping Your Rescue Dog After Adoption: Success Strategies for Rehomed Dogs - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy1uFZJTuWdJCjQYmjjOguax 3. Podcast Episode 250: Expectations Vs Reality: Navigating The Path To Dog Training Success - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/250/ 4. YouTube Playlist: Puppy Biting Help with Susan Garrett - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy03hWZgAQfG1t5Q6YzGPi7z 5. YouTube Video: WHY Do Puppies Bite? - https://youtu.be/cMXTH8RvfaA 6. Podcast Episode 203: Reactive, Unmotivated and Fearful: Finding Resiliency For This! Beyond Dog Training Part 1 - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/203/ 7. Podcast Episode 204: Dog Behavior And Diet: Recovery For This! Beyond Dog Training Part 2 - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/204/ 8. Podcast Episode 200: Solve Your Dog’s Separation Anxiety With FRIDA: Expanding Calm With Functional Relaxation - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/200/ 9. YouTube Playlist: Fearful Dogs Help with Susan Garrett - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy0KAsqgnkMWv0v-5JGjNQG_ 10. YouTube Playlist: Reactive or Aggressive Dogs: Key Insights with Susan Garrett - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy0Tbd6ZybIXgJk3mtpBLLk7 11. Podcast Episode 189: All The Things That Influence Your Dog’s Behavior And What Behavior Tells You - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/189/ 12. YouTube Playlist: Resource Guarding In Dogs and Puppies - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy1JqsmK9_tnBuTQpBXFfYXi&si=qfmOgzSLIIal2j49 13. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/HpVAhfE0ud8