DogSpeak: Redefining Dog Training

In this episode, Nikki and Britteny talk about how to handle when your dog's trigger lives inside the home. It is a very difficult situation that is very hard on all involved when your dog is severely afraid of someone living inside your home. Nikki gives steps that must be put in play to have any hope of success. Mentioned 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 fan girls out with Certified Cat Behavior Consultant and best-selling author, Pam Johnson-Bennett. These two ladies are self-proclaimed "Behavior Nerds" and spend an hour talking about homes with both dogs and cats. Enrichment, communication, interaction are just a few of the hot topics in this episode! Find Pam at www.catbehaviorassociates.com, on FB and IG. Find Nikki at www.dogspeak101.com as well as FB, IG, and now TikTok. Mentioned 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 talks about dog training videos found on TikTok. Are you following the right account to get accurate and up-to-date information? Nikki breaks down some myths and down right lies she's seen and heard and how she's doing what she can to spread the right information. TW: Mental HealthMentioned 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 give their opinion of the Netflix series, "Muster Dogs." Hear their takeaways on the dogs, the breeder, and the trainers. You do not have to watch the show to get something out of this episode! www.dogspeak101.comSupport the Podcast!InstagramMentioned 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

Kim Brophey joins Nikki this week to talk about how their mindset of "training" dogs has changed over the years. Kim talks about Monk, her massive Great Pyr/Golden Retriever mix, who is on par to reach about 170lbs. Nikki talks about Myers and how her interaction and expectations have changed drastically from what they once were! Find Kim Brophey and Monk here! Kim's Business in Asheville, NC. Asheville Dog Training & Dog Behavior Experts - The Dog Door (dogdoorcanineservices.com)Family Dog Mediation CourseFamily Dog Mediation – Education CenterFor pet parents to learn more about legs, click here! www.dogspeak101.comwww.instagram.com/dogspeak#dog #dogs #dogtraining #dogtrainer #reactivedog#positivedogtrainer #positivedogtraining #reactivedogtraining#reactivedogtrainer #familydogmediator #familydogmediation#nashvilledogtraining #nashvilledogtrainer #fearfree #fearfreetraining#fearfreetrainer #dogsofinstagram #dogofinstagram #dogtrainingpodcast#puppiesofinstagram #puppytraining #positiveReinforcement #forcefreetraining#DogBehavior #clickertraining #caninebehavior #trainingtipsMentioned 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

Gray joins Nikki to answer some listener questions and talk about some common puppy problems owners are running into this summer! www.dogspeak101.cominfo@dogspeak101.comwww.instagram.com/dogspeakwww.familypethealth.com#dog #dogs #dogtraining #dogtrainer #reactivedog#positivedogtrainer #positivedogtraining #reactivedogtraining#reactivedogtrainer #familydogmediator #familydogmediation#nashvilledogtraining #nashvilledogtrainer #fearfree #fearfreetraining#fearfreetrainer #dogsofinstagram #dogofinstagram #dogtrainingpodcast#puppiesofinstagram #puppytraining #positiveReinforcement #forcefreetraining#DogBehavior #clickertraining #caninebehavior #trainingtipsMentioned 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 finish up talking about the top five "naughty" things dogs do. Is your dog really being naughty, needy, or are they just offering behavior? Learn how to recognize your dog's motivation and understand at a deeper level why your dog may do the things he does. *This show is brought to you by our wonderful Patreon Members! If you would like to help support the show, please go here! DogSpeakInstagramFBMentioned 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 is joined with Canine Behaviorist, Daniel Shaw, owner of Animal Behavior Kent in the UK. They discuss the issues with early spay and neuter on dogs and how the hormones play a role in a dog's ability to deal with stress, social engagement, trauma, and more. Find more information about DogSpeak www.dogspeak101.comwww.instagram.com/dogspeakFor more information on Daniel Shaw BSc (Hons), GMBPsS, CDBChttps://www.facebook.com/Animalbehaviourkent/https://abklearn.teachable.com/To find more information about studies that were discussed see below. McGreevy, P. D., Wilson, B., Starling, M. J., &Serpell, J. A. (2018). Behavioural risks in male dogs with minimal lifetimeexposure to gonadal hormones may complicate population-control benefits ofdesexing. PloS one, 13(5), e0196284.Starling, M., Fawcett, A., Wilson, B., Serpell, J.,& McGreevy, P. (2019). Behavioural risks in female dogs with minimallifetime exposure to gonadal hormones. Plos one, 14(12), e0223709.For more information on Sara Davies’ on pseudopregnancy in dogs - https://www.veterinary-practice.com/article/pseudopregnancy-in-spayed-bitches  Mentioned 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 a recent article talking about dog's "naughty" behavior. Nikki talks about the myths and how you can help your dog correct any "naughty" behavior you may see. Mentioned 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, Amanda joins Nikki after a (too) long break to discuss what it feels like to recover from a spay, regulating our emotions to help our dogs, communication with a different species, and about digging deeper into the whole of a dog to understand the symptoms. It's a little bit of a hodge podge of information; but it feels great to be back talking to all of you DogSpeak Geeks! www.dogspeak101.comwww.instagram.com/dogspeakPodcast episode with Brené Brown. Mentioned 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