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PODCAST

The Dog Who Asked for More: Life With Dogs and Behavior Support

Emily Breslin | Dog Training, Behavior, Nutrition Coach and Retired Vet Tech

Dog behavior still confusing? Training not sticking? Does life with your dog feel harder than it should — even when you’re trying to do everything right? The Dog Who Asked for More® is a podcast hosted by Em, offering honest, judgment-free conversations about behavior, training, enrichment, nutrition — and the emotional reality of living with dogs who don’t fit neatly into the advice boxes. This is a space for nuance, lived experience, and making sense of what your dog might actually need —

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00:30:43

Why Life With an Anxious Dog Feels So Exhausting (and...

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2026/02/11

When your life quietly starts revolving around your dog’s anxiety, it can happen so slowly you barely notice.Until one day you realize you’re always “on.”Watching.Anticipating.Adjusting.Managing.Even when nothing is technically wrong.Living with an anxious dog can feel exhausting in a way that’s hard to explain to anyone else. Your routines change. Your relationships shift. Rest feels complicated. And sometimes it feels like there isn’t space for you anymore.In this episode, Em and Jess talk

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00:05:12

Nobody Talks About How Hard the First Weeks With a...

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2026/02/09

Bringing a puppy home is supposed to feel exciting.But a lot of the time… it just feels exhausting.Messy.Overwhelming.Like you’re already falling behind.If you’ve ever looked at your new puppy and thought, “Why is this so much harder than I expected?” — you’re not alone.In this episode, Em talks about what’s really happening underneath those first few weeks: the pressure to do everything “right,” the constant noise of advice, and the guilt that shows up when you’re just trying to keep up.Because

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00:06:10

Why Your Dog’s Stomach Still Feels Off (Even After...

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2026/02/06

You followed the advice.Chicken.Rice.Keep it bland.Keep it simple.It’s what everyone says to do when your dog’s stomach is upset.So why does something still feel… off?For many dog parents, that “safe” diet doesn’t bring the relief they expected. Digestion stays sensitive. Energy feels low. Recovery takes longer than it should. And it’s easy to start second-guessing yourself.In this episode of The Dog Who Asked for More, Em gently explores why chicken and rice doesn’t work for every dog — not because

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00:29:15

Why Supporting Your Dog’s Brain, Gut, and Recovery...

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2026/02/04

What if your dog’s behavior isn’t a training problem—but a support problem?Many dog parents feel stuck when their dog is active, well-trained, and still struggling with focus, recovery, or regulation. In this episode, we explore why some dogs need more than just exercise and obedience—and how unmet physical, neurological, and nutritional needs can quietly show up as behavior challenges.You’ll learn how your dog’s brain, gut, and nervous system influence behavior, why recovery and regulation matter

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00:06:48

Why Dogs Thrive When Safety and Freedom Go Together

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2026/02/02

Have you ever felt overwhelming guilt for considering a kennel or a muzzle — even when you knew safety was on the line?There comes a moment in many dog journeys where love alone isn’t enough to keep everyone safe. And when tools like kennels or muzzles enter the conversation, shame often follows. In this episode, we talk about why these tools are so emotionally loaded, how they’re often misunderstood, and why choosing safety is not a failure — it’s a response to real-life dogs, real environments,

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00:07:11

Why Forcing Dogs to Get Along Causes More Stress—and...

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2026/01/30

Do your dogs correct each other, avoid each other, or create tension that makes your home feel stressful instead of safe?When dogs don’t get along, it’s easy to assume something is “wrong” — with the dogs or with you. In reality, many multi-dog households struggle because of overstimulation, trauma histories, personality differences, or mismatched emotional needs. In this episode, we talk about why dog-to-dog conflict is more common than people admit, why it doesn’t mean failure, and how unmet needs

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00:34:54

Why Mealtime Is Overwhelming for Some Dogs—And How to...

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2026/01/28

What if the way your dog eats is quietly fueling anxiety, frustration, or over-stimulation — and the behavior is just where it shows up?Rushing meals. Gulping. Guarding. Walking away. Knocking the bowl over.These moments are often brushed off as quirks or training problems — but for many dogs, they’re signs that mealtime itself doesn’t feel good.In this episode of The Dog Who Asked for More, Em sits down with Carol Smeja to talk about what dogs actually experience during meals — beyond calories and

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00:08:50

Why Winter Wrecks Your Dog’s Behavior—And How to...

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2026/01/26

What if your dog’s pacing, barking, and whining this winter isn’t bad behavior—but a desperate ask for support?In this episode, we break the myth that winter is a setback for dog training or behavior. If freezing temps, icy sidewalks, and stir-crazy energy have made your dog feel chaotic (and made you feel guilty), this is the conversation you need to hear. Winter isn’t the problem—unmet emotional needs are. And enrichment is the solution.In this episode:Learn why skipping a walk isn’t failing your

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00:07:54

The Signals Before the Struggle: What Your Dog’s Body...

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2026/01/23

Does your dog freeze, cling to your leg, or turn their head away — and you’re not sure what to make of it?Those moments are easy to miss. They’re quiet. Subtle. Often brushed off. But for many dogs, they’re the first signs that something feels like too much.In this episode of The Dog Who Asked for More, we talk about the small behaviors that often show up before a bigger reaction — and what starts to change when you notice them for what they are. This isn’t about correcting behavior or managing

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00:43:37

The Dog Vaccine Booster Dilemma: What’s Necessary,...

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2026/01/21

What if your dog doesn’t actually need that booster — and no one has ever taken the time to explain how to know?Most dog parents are told to vaccinate on a schedule. Yearly. Every three years. No questions asked. But immunity doesn’t work on a calendar — and for many dogs, protection lasts longer than we’re led to believe.In this episode of The Dog Who Asked for More, Em is joined by Noga Schiller from BioGal Labs to talk about how immunity actually works inside your dog’s body, what titer testing

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00:09:34

Why More Exercise Isn’t Helping Your Dog's...

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2026/01/19

What if your dog’s constant zooming, barking, and pacing isn’t extra energy — but a nervous system that never gets a chance to settle?For a long time, Em thought her dog needed more activity. More walks. More stimulation. More ways to “burn it off.” Instead, everything felt louder, faster, and harder — for both of them.In this episode of The Dog Who Asked for More, Em shares how her understanding shifted when she stopped chasing exhaustion and started paying attention to regulation. This isn’t about

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00:09:27

The Link Between Dog Food and Daily Struggles You...

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2026/01/16

What if your dog’s anxiety, hyperactivity, or big reactions aren’t about training — but about how their body feels?Many dog parents spend months (or years) working on behavior, only to feel stuck and confused when nothing really changes. The barking continues. The restlessness doesn’t settle. And the pressure to “do more training” just adds to the burnout.In this episode of The Dog Who Asked for More, Em shares how paying attention to gut health quietly shifted everything for her dogs, Toby and Fitz

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00:33:44

What If Your Dog’s Outbursts Aren’t Bad Behavior—But...

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2026/01/14

Are you constantly managing your dog’s meltdowns — barking, spinning, pulling, shutting down — and wondering why it keeps happening, no matter how much effort you put in?Those moments can feel chaotic, embarrassing, and exhausting. But what if they aren’t disobedience or drama at all?In this episode of The Dog Who Asked for More, Em is joined by Robert Forto to talk about what meltdowns often look like from the inside — especially for high-drive, purpose-bred, or sensitive dogs whose needs don’t fit

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00:06:48

What If Training Wasn’t the Problem at All?

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2026/01/12

How do you help a dog who’s always spinning, barking, or shutting down — even when you’re doing everything you were told to do?This episode is a personal look at what it took to truly support Fitz — not by training harder, but by slowing down and paying attention to what his behavior was trying to say.This isn’t a story about obedience or quick fixes. It’s about what changed when Em stopped chasing control and started listening — to stress signals, to thresholds, and to the moments where safety

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00:06:40

What If Walks Aren’t the Best Fit for Your Dog This...

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2026/01/09

Does your dog start to unravel on winter walks — sometimes before you even reach the door?Cold air, bundled strangers, early darkness, static shocks, broken routines. Winter adds layers of pressure that many sensitive or reactive dogs feel immediately — and it can make walks feel heavy, stressful, or impossible.In this episode of The Dog Who Asked for More, we talk about why stepping back from walks during certain seasons isn’t a failure — and why it might actually be a relief your dog needs. This

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00:57:09

Why Predictable Routines Might Matter More Than...

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2026/01/07

Ever feel like you’re the only one struggling with a dog the world doesn’t quite know how to make space for?This episode is for the people whose lives quietly revolve around their dog — the planning, the scanning, the second-guessing, the emotional weight no one sees.Living with a dog who has big reactions isn’t just about barking or pulling on a leash. It’s the fear of triggers. The shame when things go sideways. The constant awareness of other people’s opinions. In this conversation, two dog

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00:08:12

3 Dog Food Mistakes Affecting Life With Your Dog—and...

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2026/01/05

What if your dog’s “complete and balanced” food is actually part of the problem — and no one ever explained that to you?If you’ve ever stood in your kitchen wondering why your dog’s digestion feels off, their skin won’t settle, or their body just doesn’t seem comfortable — this episode is for you.In this conversation, Em shares the quiet truth about what’s really in your dog’s bowl, why so many well-meaning dog parents feel confused and overwhelmed by food choices, and how fear-based messaging

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00:08:39

Why Your Dog’s Behavior Isn’t Random—and How...

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2026/01/02

Does it ever feel like your dog is fine one second — and completely melting down the next?If your dog’s reactivity, shutdown, or overstimulation seems unpredictable or sudden, this episode will change how you see everything. The truth is: your dog isn’t random. They’re patterned. And when you learn how to read those subtle cues, you can step in before the behavior escalates — and help your dog feel safe, seen, and supported.In this episode:Discover the 3 core behavior patterns that show up before

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00:26:28

The Accidental Pet Hair Discovery That Changed...

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2025/12/31

Tired of pet hair taking over your laundry, your furniture, and your life — no matter how much you brush or vacuum?In this episode, we sit down with Scott Grillo to uncover the origin story behind FurZapper, a simple yet powerful tool born from an accidental moment in a pet-filled home. If you're a pet parent frustrated by constant shedding and wasteful lint rollers, this conversation offers a refreshing, sustainable solution.In this episode:Discover how one clever innovation removes pet hair

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00:11:45

Dog Enrichment Explained: Why Your Overstimulated Dog...

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2025/12/29

Is your dog constantly bouncing off the walls, even after long walks and training sessions?You might be missing the one essential piece of the puzzle: true enrichment. In this episode, we bust myths about dog enrichment, explain why puzzle toys alone aren't enough, and explore how enrichment supports your dog’s regulation—especially in the winter months when walks are limited.In this episode:Learn why over-exercise and obedience drills can backfire and how to avoid it.Discover DIY enrichment ideas

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