Leerburg Dog Training Podcast Ed Frawley's Philosophy of Dog Training
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Nov 7, 2025 Ed Frawley delves into his well-crafted dog training philosophy shaped by decades of experience. He emphasizes that understanding dogs as pack animals is crucial for effective training. Poor family pack structure can lead to behavioral issues, and establishing respect through leadership is vital—love alone isn’t enough. Frawley contrasts different training methods and introduces marker training as a precise communication tool. Ultimately, he encourages building relationships rooted in trust and respect for better canine companionship.
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Life-Changing Loss That Shaped His Mission
- Ed Frawley recounts losing his dog King at age 16, which transformed his training mission.
- That tragedy drove him to build a communication system ensuring dogs listen every time, especially in life-or-death moments.
Training Problems Rooted In Misunderstanding Dogs
- Frawley maps dog training onto a spectrum from all-positive to force-based methods.
- He concludes the real issue is misunderstanding how dogs think, not the training tools themselves.
Pack Structure Explains Most Behavior Problems
- Dogs are genetically hardwired to seek hierarchy and a clear leader within their family pack.
- Poor pack structure explains many behavior problems like jumping, barking, and aggression.