DogSpeak: Redefining Dog Training

In this episode, Nikki and Britteny discuss keeping calm when working with your dog, what to do if you lose your patience with your pup, and how to rebuild a relationship with your dog if aversive techniques have been used in the past. Warning: Britteny drops the F-bomb in this one. Udemy Foundation CourseFollow us on Instagram: @dogspeak101Support the showMentioned in this episode:Decoding Your Dog: A Live Behavior Support SessionJoin me for a live virtual Q&A designed to help you make sense of your dog’s behavior and get clear, actionable guidance you can apply immediately. Whether you’re navigating reactivity, fear, stress-related behaviors, or everyday challenges, this session gives you the opportunity to ask direct questions and receive expert support in real time. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what drives your dog’s behavior and practical steps you can start using the same day. Open to all dog guardians—bring your questions. January 8th, 2026 https://dogspeakgeek.thinkific.com/products/live_events/dog-behavior-live-event

Nikki and Britteny address some more myths in dog training including chase, tug, dogs being manipulative and more!Also mentioned in this podcast: Follow Anna Skates on Instagram for respectful parenting tips: @Anna_skatesdogspeak101.com@dogspeak101Support the showMentioned in this episode:Decoding Your Dog: A Live Behavior Support SessionJoin me for a live virtual Q&A designed to help you make sense of your dog’s behavior and get clear, actionable guidance you can apply immediately. Whether you’re navigating reactivity, fear, stress-related behaviors, or everyday challenges, this session gives you the opportunity to ask direct questions and receive expert support in real time. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what drives your dog’s behavior and practical steps you can start using the same day. Open to all dog guardians—bring your questions. January 8th, 2026 https://dogspeakgeek.thinkific.com/products/live_events/dog-behavior-live-event

In this episode, Nikki and Britteny dispel myths about dog training. We discuss alphas, pinch collars, dominance and more. Warning:  Because they got passionate about these topics, this episode has some language some may find offensive.www.dogspeak101.com Support the showMentioned in this episode:Decoding Your Dog: A Live Behavior Support SessionJoin me for a live virtual Q&A designed to help you make sense of your dog’s behavior and get clear, actionable guidance you can apply immediately. Whether you’re navigating reactivity, fear, stress-related behaviors, or everyday challenges, this session gives you the opportunity to ask direct questions and receive expert support in real time. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what drives your dog’s behavior and practical steps you can start using the same day. Open to all dog guardians—bring your questions. January 8th, 2026 https://dogspeakgeek.thinkific.com/products/live_events/dog-behavior-live-event

This week, Nikki and Britteny discuss the importance of staying consistent while training your dog, why you should stop trying to impress people, and introduce a new member to the DogSpeak family. Support the showMentioned in this episode:Decoding Your Dog: A Live Behavior Support SessionJoin me for a live virtual Q&A designed to help you make sense of your dog’s behavior and get clear, actionable guidance you can apply immediately. Whether you’re navigating reactivity, fear, stress-related behaviors, or everyday challenges, this session gives you the opportunity to ask direct questions and receive expert support in real time. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what drives your dog’s behavior and practical steps you can start using the same day. Open to all dog guardians—bring your questions. January 8th, 2026 https://dogspeakgeek.thinkific.com/products/live_events/dog-behavior-live-event

In this episode, Nikki and Britteny discuss why it is important for your dog to give consent before you pet, touch or pick up your dog. Respecting your dog's signals, and allowing them to say "no" actually allows your dog to learn to trust you, and strengthens the bond between human and dog. Support the showMentioned in this episode:Decoding Your Dog: A Live Behavior Support SessionJoin me for a live virtual Q&A designed to help you make sense of your dog’s behavior and get clear, actionable guidance you can apply immediately. Whether you’re navigating reactivity, fear, stress-related behaviors, or everyday challenges, this session gives you the opportunity to ask direct questions and receive expert support in real time. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what drives your dog’s behavior and practical steps you can start using the same day. Open to all dog guardians—bring your questions. January 8th, 2026 https://dogspeakgeek.thinkific.com/products/live_events/dog-behavior-live-event

In this episode, Nikki and Amanda talk about the differences between therapy dogs, ESA dogs and Service dogs. www.dogspeak101.comwww.riservicedog.orgwww.ada.gov Support the showMentioned in this episode:Decoding Your Dog: A Live Behavior Support SessionJoin me for a live virtual Q&A designed to help you make sense of your dog’s behavior and get clear, actionable guidance you can apply immediately. Whether you’re navigating reactivity, fear, stress-related behaviors, or everyday challenges, this session gives you the opportunity to ask direct questions and receive expert support in real time. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what drives your dog’s behavior and practical steps you can start using the same day. Open to all dog guardians—bring your questions. January 8th, 2026 https://dogspeakgeek.thinkific.com/products/live_events/dog-behavior-live-event

In this episode, Nikki and Britteny discuss the adolescent phase of a dog's development. Signs to look for as well as things you can do to make the process much easier are just a few bits of information you'll find in this week's episode.  www.facebook.com/dogspeak101http://www.dogspeak101.comLINK for Goldfish Article. Support the showMentioned in this episode:Decoding Your Dog: A Live Behavior Support SessionJoin me for a live virtual Q&A designed to help you make sense of your dog’s behavior and get clear, actionable guidance you can apply immediately. Whether you’re navigating reactivity, fear, stress-related behaviors, or everyday challenges, this session gives you the opportunity to ask direct questions and receive expert support in real time. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what drives your dog’s behavior and practical steps you can start using the same day. Open to all dog guardians—bring your questions. January 8th, 2026 https://dogspeakgeek.thinkific.com/products/live_events/dog-behavior-live-event

In this episode, Nikki and DogSpeak's Puppy Development Specialist Amanda, talk all things puppy! It's imperative that Pups get started on socialization and exposure after their first round of vaccines. Listen now to learn the safest and best way to get your pup started out on the right track! No more waiting until all vaccines are completed! http://www.dogspeak101.comSocialization_Checklist.pdf (drsophiayin.com)Puppy_Socialization_Position_Statement_Download_-_10-3-14.pdf (mspca.org)http://www.riservicedogs.orgSupport the showMentioned in this episode:Decoding Your Dog: A Live Behavior Support SessionJoin me for a live virtual Q&A designed to help you make sense of your dog’s behavior and get clear, actionable guidance you can apply immediately. Whether you’re navigating reactivity, fear, stress-related behaviors, or everyday challenges, this session gives you the opportunity to ask direct questions and receive expert support in real time. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what drives your dog’s behavior and practical steps you can start using the same day. Open to all dog guardians—bring your questions. January 8th, 2026 https://dogspeakgeek.thinkific.com/products/live_events/dog-behavior-live-event

In this episode, Nikki and Britteny talk about the foods your dog should not be consuming this holiday season. They also give out some great advice on handling the holiday stress that may come with family gatherings. Find DogSpeak Merchandise through our shop at www.dogspeak101.com Support the showMentioned in this episode:Decoding Your Dog: A Live Behavior Support SessionJoin me for a live virtual Q&A designed to help you make sense of your dog’s behavior and get clear, actionable guidance you can apply immediately. Whether you’re navigating reactivity, fear, stress-related behaviors, or everyday challenges, this session gives you the opportunity to ask direct questions and receive expert support in real time. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what drives your dog’s behavior and practical steps you can start using the same day. Open to all dog guardians—bring your questions. January 8th, 2026 https://dogspeakgeek.thinkific.com/products/live_events/dog-behavior-live-event

In this episode, Nikki and Britteny discuss the emotions of dogs and how the lack of behavior doesn't mean the dog is feeling comfortable in the situation. They discuss how Learned Helplessness is a common issue among dogs that are trained using positive punishment or a balanced method of positive punishment and positive reinforcement. www.dogspeak101.com www.patreon.com/dogspeakwww.instagram.com/dogspeak101 Click Here for Research Paper on Learned HelplessnessSupport the showMentioned in this episode:Decoding Your Dog: A Live Behavior Support SessionJoin me for a live virtual Q&A designed to help you make sense of your dog’s behavior and get clear, actionable guidance you can apply immediately. Whether you’re navigating reactivity, fear, stress-related behaviors, or everyday challenges, this session gives you the opportunity to ask direct questions and receive expert support in real time. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what drives your dog’s behavior and practical steps you can start using the same day. Open to all dog guardians—bring your questions. January 8th, 2026 https://dogspeakgeek.thinkific.com/products/live_events/dog-behavior-live-event