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Off Leash And Unfiltered

Kati Peppe, owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in southern Maine, shares her thoughts on all things dog. Brutally honest, these harangues are enlightening, entertaining, and inspiring. Kati is passionate about dog training and behavior, and even more passionate about sharing the truth with the world even though so many people get their panties in a twist about it.If you"ve ever struggled with your dog or wondered why the dog training advice out there doesn"t seem to work, this podcast is for you

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19:26

Help Your Busy-Body Dog Relax and Learn to Shut Off

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2025/08/31

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—tackles dogs who are always “on”: pacing, window-barking, chewing, whining, or obsessing over toys. Kati shows how to pair a clear “No” with a meaningful consequence, use the crate to stop rehearsals when you’re away, and teach the underrated skill of simply being still with pressure–release leash work and duration commands like place and down. Episode Highlights Minute-by-Minute

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28:17

Is Your Dog a Chicken? The Art of Desensitization

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2025/08/18

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—explains a clear plan for helping nervous, flighty, or overwhelmed dogs. The core idea: use voluntary exposure so the dog chooses to stay with the trigger long enough to learn it’s safe. With obedience, accountable follow-through, and calm, neutral handling, you’ll use distance, timing, and pressure–release leash work to replace panic with confidence. Episode Highlights Minute-by-Minute

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24:22

Internet Inquiries: “How Do I Get My Dog To…?”

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2025/08/18

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—opens a browser, types “How do I get my dog to…,” and tackles the internet’s top autocomplete questions. From service-dog laws and ESA myths to ending barking and poop-eating, feeding and drinking worries, and even teaching a potty cue, Kati explains what’s true, what’s noise, and what actually works. Episode Highlights Minute-by-Minute Breakdown

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23:32

Build a Healthy Relationship with Your Puppy

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2025/08/18

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—cuts through puppy-raising anxiety. She explains why early management (gates, crates, leashes), clear marker training, and timely, fair corrections create a confident puppy and a calm household—without “ruining the bond.” You’ll learn what to prioritize in the first weeks, when to say “no,” and how to turn the walk into your best relationship-builder. Episode Highlights Minute-by-Minute

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15:12

Top 5 Steps to Get Out of Your Rut and Create Change Now

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2025/08/18

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—shares five concrete actions to stop the “maybe next week” cycle and make progress this week. From restricting freedom in problem contexts to learning prong-collar leash communication, introducing meaningful consequences, and ditching toxic training advice, Kati lays out a simple plan you can start today. Episode Highlights Restrict freedom where issues occur: Use crate, leash, or place so

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23:29

Consultation Files: “My Dog Bit Someone Out of...

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2025/08/18

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—breaks down what to do when a “great dog” suddenly bites. Spoiler: it rarely comes out of nowhere. Kati shows how to replace autonomy with structure (crate/place), add clear instruction and meaningful consequences, stop window barking and door charging, and set safer plans for guests and sitters so the behavior doesn’t repeat. Episode Highlights Minute-by-Minute Breakdown

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22:11

Q&A: Multi-Dog Households and Adding Dogs to Your Family

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2025/08/18

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—answers the big questions about living with multiple dogs and bringing a new dog home. From when to add a second dog, to picking the right fit, to safe introductions, leadership, resource management, and walking two dogs calmly—Kati lays out a practical roadmap so your household stays peaceful and fun. Episode Highlights Minute-by-Minute Breakdown

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27:19

The Top 10 Things to Consider About Dog Parks and...

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2025/08/18

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—breaks down the real risks and tradeoffs behind dog parks and daycares. From disease and injury to over-arousal, pack dynamics, and the erosion of training, Kati explains what actually gets patterned in these environments and when controlled play with known dogs is the better path. Episode Highlights Minute-by-Minute Breakdown

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23:02

The Root Cause of Your Dog’s Behavior: Important or Not?

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2025/08/18

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—challenges the popular advice to “find the root cause” behind your dog’s behavior. Dogs learn by associations, not therapy sessions. Kati explains why focusing on clear instruction, fair accountability, and building new associations beats chasing backstories. From separation anxiety to resource guarding, she shows how reward builds behaviors and punishment (used thoughtfully) stops them—so

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21:16

Q&A: Stop Behaviors When You’re Not Home, Focus...

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2025/08/18

In this Off Leash and Unfiltered Q&A, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—answers the questions she hears most: how long training really takes, why obedience alone won’t fix chaos, how to get attention around distractions, whether board & train is “necessary,” and how to stop problem behaviors that happen when you’re not home. The theme running through all of it: clear instruction first, then accountability so behaviors become non-negotiable in real life. Episode

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16:55

Does your Dog Discriminate? You Betcha!

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2025/08/18

In this episode of Off Leash And Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—unpacks why a dog can look rock-solid with you and “forget everything” around other people or in new places. She breaks down how dogs form associations (order of operations, cues, and markers), why generalization takes reps across contexts, and how discrimination makes dogs notice when rules don’t apply—like when a softhearted relative is in the room. A candid “cat-food caper” from

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43:12

Stop Being Such A Human—Get Out Of Your Own Way And...

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2025/07/13

In this straight-talk episode, Kati Peppe says the biggest obstacle to a well-behaved dog isn’t the dog—it’s our own refusal to add structure. She walks through the two easiest fixes—heavy crate time and a leash-plus-prong routine—that instantly strip away a dog’s unwanted autonomy, create calm focus, and let owners actually enjoy social events again. Real-world stories of rogue dinner parties, contractor visits, and multi-dog fights prove that swapping guilt for clear boundaries rewires habits

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38:22

Social Gatherings During The Early Training...

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2025/07/13

Kati Peppe welcomes the warm weather by tackling a common dilemma: “Should I bring the dog to the barbecue?” She explains why successful summer outings start with clear priorities—training first, social fun second—and why sometimes the best choice is leaving the pup crated at home. Listeners learn threshold drills, leash-manners hacks, and scripts for telling kids (and adults) “please don’t pet.” Minute-by-Minute Breakdown

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28:05

There’s ”Purely Positive” Training, And Then There’s...

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2025/07/13

In this no-fluff episode, Kati Peppe breaks down why the “purely positive” approach stalls the moment real-world stimuli appear. She argues that once a dog knows a cue, a single, intolerable consequence for blowing it off is what turns can into must—and that’s what unlocks true freedom, safety, and sanity for both dog and owner. Minute-by-Minute Breakdown

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29:41

Building An Easier Life With Your Dog-Less Management...

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2025/07/13

In this episode, Kati Peppe breaks down the critical difference between teaching a cue and changing behavior. She explains why even the snappiest “sit” fails when a reactive dog meets a squirrel, and she walks listeners through her two-step formula: (1) teach the skill with rewards, then (2) add a meaningful consequence for blowing it off. Expect real-world examples—door dashes, food-bowl frenzy, sock chewing—and practical leash-and-e-collar tips that rewire a dog’s default from “act first” to “wait

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27:52

Happy Dog Or Drunken Frat Boy?

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2025/07/13

Kati Peppe tackles one of the biggest mindset traps in dog ownership: confusing arousal with happiness. She explains why a tail-up, tongue-flapping dog is often just overstimulated, how that state sabotages listening, and why teaching calm is kinder than letting chaos reign. You’ll learn her step-by-step fix for compulsive sock-chewers, why dog-park high-jinks create “cocaine-dog” habits, and how to embed on/off switches into every game so your dog stays safe, sane, and reliable. Minute-by-Minute

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26:23

Dealing With Regression

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2025/07/13

In this straight-shooting solo episode, Kati Peppe breaks down regression—the back-slides owners see after a board-and-train or during DIY work. She explains why a few sloppy moments are totally normal, the specific “red flags” that signal deeper trouble, and the daily micro-boundaries that keep a dog’s state of mind from unraveling. Minute-by-Minute Breakdown

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45:22

Boundaries Aren’t Just For Your Dog, They’re For Your...

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2025/07/13

In this episode, Kati Peppe dives into the social pressure many owners feel when they use tools beyond treats in their training. She debunks the “positive-only” myth, explains why reliable behavior always needs a consequence the dog wishes to avoid, and shares practical strategies for shutting down critics—from well-meaning relatives to random strangers at the park. Listeners come away with mindset shifts, boundary-setting scripts, and renewed confidence that doing what works for their dog is

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37:27

The Bain Of My Existence—Uncontrolled Off-leash Dogs

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2025/04/08

In this episode, Kati Peppe, owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine, tackles one of the most common and frustrating challenges faced by dog owners—how to handle encounters with off-leash dogs. Kati explains why these situations are not just inconvenient but potentially dangerous, especially when the other dog is untrained or its intentions are unknown. She shares practical strategies, clear boundaries, and assertive responses dog owners can use to protect their dogs and themselves

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