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Dog Works Radio® | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Dog Behavior & Service Dogs

Dog Works Radio® | DogWorksRadio.com

Dog Works Radio is a dog training podcast for dog owners who want real-world results, better behavior, and a stronger relationship with their dogs. In every episode, professional dog trainers Dr. Robert and Michele Forto break down the dog training advice, behavior challenges, and canine myths that confuse most owners and show you what actually works in everyday life with dogs. Whether you are raising a new puppy, struggling with leash pulling, dealing with barking or reactivity, training a

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18:34

Stop Repeating Yourself: How Dogs Really Learn | Dog...

Dog Works Radio® | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Dog... ·

2026/07/14

Do you find yourself saying "sit" three or four times before your dog finally listens? You're not alone, but repeating commands may be teaching your dog exactly the wrong lesson. In this episode of Dog Training Unfiltered, Michele Forto explains why dogs learn through consequences instead of conversation, why repeating cues weakens your training, and how better timing can dramatically improve your results. She shares practical strategies for using marker training, building reinforcement history, and

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06:46

The Poodle | The Daily Dog

Dog Works Radio® | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Dog... ·

2026/07/11

Other Episodes You Will Love · How to Get the Best Results out of Dog Training Support the Show This episode was recorded on the Shure SM7B and a Rodecaster Pro II Like this episode? Share it with your dog training friends! Love this episode? Say thanks in true dog training podcasting style by leaving a review. FREE! Grab our 7-Day Real-World Dog Training Plan Take our Understanding Drive Behaviors quiz to see exactly what drive your dog is in and how to begin to train for it. Join the On-Air

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04:41

Multi-Dog Aggression: Rebuilding the Pack

Dog Works Radio® | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Dog... ·

2026/07/09

Join host Michele Forto as she discusses multi-dog agression: rebuilding the pack, on Dog Works Radio Other Episodes You Will Love · Zombie Dogs Support the Show This episode was recorded on the Shure SM7B and a Rodecaster Pro II Like this episode? Share it with your dog training friends! Love this episode? Say thanks in true dog training podcasting style by leaving a review. FREE! Grab our 7-Day Real-World Dog Training Plan Take our Understanding Drive Behaviors quiz to see exactly what drive

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12:25

Is Socialization Really That Important? What Most Dog...

Dog Works Radio® | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Dog... ·

2026/07/07

What does it really mean to socialize your dog? Many dog owners believe socialization means letting puppies meet every dog, greet every stranger, and spend hours at the dog park. Unfortunately, those well-intentioned efforts often create the very behavior problems owners hope to avoid. In this episode of Dog Training Unfiltered, Michele Forto explains what proper socialization actually looks like and why confidence, not popularity, should be your goal. You'll learn why calm observation is often more

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15:38

Leadership Through Systems, Trust and Long-Term Success

Dog Works Radio® | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Dog... ·

2026/07/06

What happens after the training ends? In the final episode of The Journey: Leadership Through Partnership, Robert and Michele Forto explore the true measure of success. It isn't passing a certification or completing a program. It's what happens months and years later when trust, consistency, and shared experience become part of everyday life. Danny and Gunner's story began as a veteran working with a service dog. It evolved into something much bigger. Their partnership helped shape Alaska Dog

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15:08

Service Dogs, Leadership, and Performance Under Pressure

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2026/07/05

In Part 4 of The Danny and Gunner Story, Robert and Michele Forto explore the moment every leader, team, and service dog partnership eventually faces: the test of pressure. Training is one thing. Real-world performance is another. As Danny and Gunner move beyond controlled environments and into unpredictable situations, their partnership is challenged in new ways. Through public access training, growing confidence, and increasing responsibility, they learn that success is not measured when

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08:13

Reactive Rescue Dogs: The Joey Story

Dog Works Radio® | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Dog... ·

2026/07/02

Join host Michele Forto as she discusses reactive rescue dogs on Dog Works Radio. Other Episodes You Will Love · Zombie Dogs Support the Show This episode was recorded on the Shure SM7B and a Rodecaster Pro II Like this episode? Share it with your dog training friends! Love this episode? Say thanks in true dog training podcasting style by leaving a review. FREE! Grab our 7-Day Real-World Dog Training Plan Take our Understanding Drive Behaviors quiz to see exactly what drive your dog is in and

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12:28

Do Board and Train Programs Actually Work? The Truth...

Dog Works Radio® | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Dog... ·

2026/06/30

Thinking about sending your dog to a board and train program? Before you make that investment, it's important to understand what these programs can and cannot accomplish. In this episode of Dog Training Unfiltered, Michele Forto explains why board and train programs can be highly effective when they're built on a foundation of owner education, follow-up support, and realistic expectations. She discusses why no trainer can "fix" a dog without the owner's continued involvement, what separates great

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08:07

Yorkshire Terrier | The Daily Dog

Dog Works Radio® | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Dog... ·

2026/06/26

On this episode of The Daily Dog, Michele Forto profiles the Yorkshire Terrier on Dog Works Radio. Other Episodes You Will Love · Zombie Dogs Support the Show This episode was recorded on the Shure SM7B and a Rodecaster Pro II Like this episode? Share it with your dog training friends! Love this episode? Say thanks in true dog training podcasting style by leaving a review. FREE! Grab our 7-Day Real-World Dog Training Plan Take our Understanding Drive Behaviors quiz to see exactly what drive

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08:00

Therapy Dogs in Mental Health Practice, What...

Dog Works Radio® | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Dog... ·

2026/06/25

Join host Michele Forto as she discusses Therapy Dogs in Mental Health Practice, What Therapists Need to Know on Dog Works Radio. Other Episodes You Will Love · Zombie Dogs Support the Show This episode was recorded on the Shure SM7B and a Rodecaster Pro II Like this episode? Share it with your dog training friends! Love this episode? Say thanks in true dog training podcasting style by leaving a review. FREE! Grab our 7-Day Real-World Dog Training Plan Take our Understanding Drive Behaviors

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14:08

Can You Teach an Old Dog New Tricks? Senior Dog...

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2026/06/23

Many dog owners believe they missed their chance to train their dog because they waited too long. Whether your dog is six, eight, ten, or even older, the truth is that dogs continue learning throughout their lives. In this episode of Dog Training Unfiltered, Michele Forto breaks down one of the biggest myths in dog training and explains why age is rarely the reason training fails. You'll learn why older dogs often have advantages over puppies, how long-established habits can be changed, why mental

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06:52

Rottweiller | The Daily Dog

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2026/06/19

On this episode of The Daily Dog, Michele Forto profiles the Rottweiller on Dog Works Radio. Other Episodes You Will Love · Zombie Dogs Support the Show This episode was recorded on the Shure SM7B and a Rodecaster Pro II Like this episode? Share it with your dog training friends! Love this episode? Say thanks in true dog training podcasting style by leaving a review. FREE! Grab our 7-Day Real-World Dog Training Plan Take our Understanding Drive Behaviors quiz to see exactly what drive your dog

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11:20

Is Your Dog Being Stubborn… Or Is Something Else...

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2026/06/16

Your dog ignores "Sit," pulls on leash, or seems to tune you out. Stubborn? Or is something else happening? In Episode 5, Michele Forto explains why the "stubborn dog" label often misses the mark and what to do instead. We cover clarity, foundations, distractions, motivation, and practical steps using Alaska Dog Works methods. Real solutions from our command vocabulary, homework system, and real-world experience. Stop guessing, start understanding your dog.

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09:00

The Real Reason Training Breaks Down (And What to Do...

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2026/06/13

What does leadership have to do with dog training? More than most people realize. In Episode 3 of The Journey: Leadership Through Partnership, The Danny and Gunner Story, we explore why so many training plans fail, whether you're working with a service dog, leading a team, or trying to build better habits. Inconsistency, unclear expectations, and reactive decision-making can derail progress long before results have a chance to appear. Through Danny and Gunner's journey, Robert and Michele Forto

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08:01

German Shorthaired Pointer | The Daily Dog

Dog Works Radio® | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Dog... ·

2026/06/12

On this episode of The Daily Dog, Michele Forto profiles the German Shorthaired Pointer on Dog Works Radio. Other Episodes You Will Love · Zombie Dogs Support the Show This episode was recorded on the Shure SM7B and a Rodecaster Pro II Like this episode? Share it with your dog training friends! Love this episode? Say thanks in true dog training podcasting style by leaving a review. FREE! Grab our 7-Day Real-World Dog Training Plan Take our Understanding Drive Behaviors quiz to see exactly what

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12:36

Dog Training Unfiltered: What Actually Works (The...

Dog Works Radio® | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Dog... ·

2026/06/09

In this episode of Dog Works Radio, Michele Forto cuts through the noise on one of the most debated topics in dog training: corrections. We shift the focus from internet arguments to what actually works with real dogs and real families. Teaching always comes first. Clarity beats confusion. Great training builds understanding, not just stops unwanted behavior. Sponsored by Alaska Dog Works, Professional canine training in Alaska. Visit AlaskaDogworks.com and use promo code DOGWORKS for 20% off your

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06:19

The Beagle | The Daily Dog

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2026/06/07

On this episode of The Daily Dog, Michele Forto profiles the Beagle on Dog Works Radio. Other Episodes You Will Love · Zombie Dogs Support the Show This episode was recorded on the Shure SM7B and a Rodecaster Pro II Like this episode? Share it with your dog training friends! Love this episode? Say thanks in true dog training podcasting style by leaving a review. FREE! Grab our 7-Day Real-World Dog Training Plan Take our Understanding Drive Behaviors quiz to see exactly what drive your dog is

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13:05

What Service Dogs Can Teach Us About Leadership

Dog Works Radio® | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Dog... ·

2026/06/05

Most training failures are not random. Whether you're working with a service dog, managing a team, or leading an organization, the same problems tend to appear over and over again: unclear expectations, inconsistent standards, and reactive decision-making. In Episode 2 of The Journey: Leadership Through Partnership: The Danny and Gunner Story, Michele Forto examine why progress alone doesn't create reliability and why strong systems matter more than good intentions. Drawing from Danny and Gunner's

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07:13

Dog Training Is Too Expensive. Or Is It? The Real...

Dog Works Radio® | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Dog... ·

2026/06/02

Many dog owners believe professional dog training is too expensive. But compared to what? In this episode, Robert and Michele Forto explore the hidden costs of untrained dogs, including behavior problems, damaged property, stress, frustration, and missed opportunities. Learn why the real question isn't whether dog training costs money, but whether the cost of doing nothing is even higher. If you've ever wondered whether professional dog training is worth the investment, this episode is for you

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02:52

Dachshund | The Daily Dog

Dog Works Radio® | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Dog... ·

2026/05/28

On this episode of The Daily Dog, Michele Forto profiles the Dachshund on Dog Works Radio. Other Episodes You Will Love · Zombie Dogs Support the Show This episode was recorded on the Shure SM7B and a Rodecaster Pro II Like this episode? Share it with your dog training friends! Love this episode? Say thanks in true dog training podcasting style by leaving a review. FREE! Grab our 7-Day Real-World Dog Training Plan Take our Understanding Drive Behaviors quiz to see exactly what drive your dog

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