

Leerburg Dog Training Podcast
Ed Frawley
Leerburg's Dog Training Podcast was started in 2006, long before podcasts became trendy like they are today. Our podcast is a place to share valuable information and have conversations that are important to the dog training community. With podcasts becoming more popular in recent years the team here at Leerburg has elected to release new episodes of some of our favorite content from our trainers like Ed Frawley, Michael Ellis, and Kevin Sheldahl. Learn the evolution and basics of dog training from some of the most experienced trainers in the United States.
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Apr 11, 2025 • 8min
Train Your Dog to Come with a Reflexive Recall
Explore how to train a shy dog with a Reflexive Recall. Learn that not all treats are created equal and the importance of matching rewards to each dog's unique needs. Discover practical strategies for improving recall and fostering a stronger bond during the training process. Gain insights into effective techniques, like using a training line, and navigate common challenges while walking your dog. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their dog training skills!

Apr 9, 2025 • 10min
Our Female GSD Guards Toys From Our Older Male Dog
In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's questionis about a 1.5 year old female German Shepherd who has been resource guarding toys around another dog. Ed discusses the issue and how he and Cindy manage their dogs in their home so they don't have problems like this. | Links mentioned: How We Manage Dogs in Our Home: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/14 | Dealing with Dominant and Aggressive Dogs: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/137 | Training Tables and Dog Beds: https://leerburg.com/dogbeds.htm | How to Break Up a Dog Fight Without Getting Hurt: https://leerburg.com/dogfight.htm | Photos of Dog Bites and Attacks: https://leerburg.com/dogbites.htm

Apr 4, 2025 • 10min
My Dog Obsessively Chases Lights and Reflections
In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 5-year-old pointer who is a light chaser. The breeder chose to use a laser light to tire the puppies out, leading this dog to become obsessed with light reflections and shadows. Ed addresses the issue and offers advice on how to manage this problem. | Links mentioned: How We Manage Dogs in Our Home: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/14 | The Power of Training Dogs with Markers (2024): https://leerburg.com/marker-dvd.php | Remote Collar Training for the Pet Owner with Ed Frawley: https://leerburg.com/ecollar-pet-owner.php | Bernhard Flinks Protection Seminar: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/239

Apr 2, 2025 • 14min
My Dog Killed Another Dog
In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from over 20 years ago when Ed was collecting questions and stories about dog aggression and dog bites. Today's story is from a woman whose dogs attacked and killed a passerby's dog. | Links mentioned: Training Your Dog To Come When Called: https://leerburg.com/recall-dvd.php | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/14 | Dealing with Dominant and Aggressive Dogs: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/137

Mar 28, 2025 • 9min
I Got Bit By A Pitbull at My Dog Club
In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from over 20 years ago when Ed was collecting questions and stories about dog aggression and dog bites. Today's story is from a woman who was bit by an aggressive pitbull while she was at her dog club training her puppy. | Links mentioned: Dominant Dog Collars: https://leerburg.com/746.htm | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/14 | Dealing with Dominant and Aggressive Dogs: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/137

Mar 26, 2025 • 7min
My Dog Bit My Husband's Thumb Off-Part 2
In this episode, Ed Frawley goes into more depth to talk about the incident where the Husband had the tip of his thumb bitten off. Ed gives more advice on what to do when breaking up a dog fight. | Links mentioned: How to Break up a Dog Fight: https://leerburg.com/flix/player.php/893/How_to_Break_up_a_Dog_Fight

Mar 24, 2025 • 7min
My Dog Bit My Husband's Thumb Off
In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 4-year-old working bloodline shepherd who got into a dog fight with an 8-month-old puppy. While breaking up the dog fight, the husband had the tip of his thumb bit off. Ed advises on how to live with and manage dogs in the home. | Links mentioned: How We Manage Dogs in Our Home: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/14 | Dealing with Dominant and Aggressive Dogs: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/137 | How to Break Up a Dog Fight Without Getting Hurt: https://leerburg.com/dogfight.htm

Mar 18, 2025 • 7min
My Puppy Plays Too Rough with Other Puppies
In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about 16-week-old austrailian shepherd/poodle mix who plays too rough with other puppies and dogs. The owner is looking for advice on how to handle dog socialization.| Links mentioned: How to Socialize Your New Puppy: https://leerburg.com/socializepuppies.htm | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months: https://leerburg.com/120.htm | Raising Your Puppy: https://leerburg.com/ellispuppydvd.htm | Dog Parks - Why They Are a Bad Idea: https://leerburg.com/dogparks.htm | Developing a Relationship with Your Dog: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/159

Mar 14, 2025 • 6min
My Puppy Destroys My Things When She Isn't Crated At Night
In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 9-month-old foster puppy who likes to chew on things at night if they aren't crated. | Links mentioned: From the Rescue to The Home: https://leerburg.com/rescuedvd.php | Developing a Relationship With Your Dog: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/159 | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home: https://leerburg.com/managementdvd.htm | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months: https://leerburg.com/120.htm

Mar 11, 2025 • 4min
My German Shepherd Puppy is Suddenly Reluctant to go on Walks
In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 13-week-old german shepherd puppy that is suddenly a bit reluctant to go on walks as the puppy is starting to experience a fear period as it is growing up and developing. | Links mentioned: Raising Your Puppy: https://leerburg.com/ellispuppydvd.htm | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months: https://leerburg.com/120.htm | Power of Training Dogs with Markers: https://leerburg.com/marker-dvd.php | Training Dogs with Food Rewards: https://leerburg.com/food-dvd.php | The Power of Training Dogs with Food: https://leerburg.com/training-with-food.htm | The Power of Playing Tug with Your Dog: https://leerburg.com/221.htm


