Raising Happy Dogs with Sarah Hodgson

Is your dog sensitive to fireworks, thunderstorms and other loud noises? In this episode, Sarah dives deep into sound sensitivity and how to help your dog or puppy cope with frightening noises. Special guest Dr. Sarah J. Cutler, VMD hops on to discuss additional medical treatments and more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit raisinghappydogs.substack.com

In this episode, we explore the question: "Why do dogs bite people?” Michael Shikashio joins us to discuss how we can better understand biting and prevent it from happening. Tune in to gain insights on creating safer environments for both dogs and humans. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit raisinghappydogs.substack.com

Did you know training can be as simple as playing games with your dog? Play training is an effective, fun, and fear-free way to train your pet! This week, Sarah discusses training games and more with special guest Amelia the Dog Trainer. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit raisinghappydogs.substack.com

Do you ever feel like walking your dog is more stressful than relaxing? Is your dog prone to pulling or becoming overly excited around other dogs and people? In this episode, Sarah dives into the reasons behind Leash Reactivity and provides practical guidance to transform your walks into enjoyable bonding experiences. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit raisinghappydogs.substack.com

Your angry dog might be afraid! From spaying and neutering to it's roots in fear, Sarah talks dog aggression with special guest Dr. Stanley Coren.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit raisinghappydogs.substack.com

Welcome back to the second part of our discussion of separation anxiety. This episode, Sarah guides you on how to lessen your dog's isolation distress and how to properly leave your dog home alone.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit raisinghappydogs.substack.com

Does your dog struggle when left alone?  This week, Sarah explains why dogs develop separation anxiety,  what mistakes many pet parents make that reinforce their distress, and how to get your dog used to being alone. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit raisinghappydogs.substack.com

Sarah explains the role socialization plays in creating a happy and healthy life for you and your dog. Learn how, when, and why to condition your dog or puppy to the sounds and stimulations of your everyday life. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit raisinghappydogs.substack.com

Welcome to the first  episode of Life Unleashed! Sarah helps break down everything you need to know about raising a puppy, including brain development, the importance of sleep, and creating a schedule around your puppy's basic needs: to eat, drink, play, potty, and sleep. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit raisinghappydogs.substack.com