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The Dog Who Asked for More: Helping You Bond, Enrich, and Build a Calmer Life with Your Dog

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

Do you love your dog—but still feel overwhelmed by their behavior, training struggles, or daily stress? The Dog Who Asked for More is a podcast for dog parents who’ve tried the advice, followed the rules, and still feel stuck navigating dog behavior, training challenges, food choices, and guilt in everyday life with their dog. Hosted by Em, who’s lived life with a big-feeling dog, the show explores what dogs are really asking for—through behavior, food, routine, and the moments no one talks

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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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00:48:20

Why “Just Getting Older” Misses the Real Story—and...

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2025/12/24

Is your aging dog acting “off”—pacing at night, staring at walls, or forgetting their routine? It might not be old age. It might be dog dementia—and it can be treated.In this groundbreaking and deeply personal episode, Em sits down with board-certified veterinary surgeon Dr. Terry Fossum to explore how nature-based medicine is changing the game for aging and sensitive dogs. From CBD and oleander to the dangers of unregulated supplements, this episode cuts through the noise to give dog parents real,

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00:06:24

Why Holiday Stress Disrupted Life With Your Dog—and...

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2025/12/22

Is your dog acting out or shutting down after the holidays—and you're not sure what to do about it?That strange, in-between week after the holidays? Your dog feels it too. While you're trying to reset your life, your dog is recovering from overstimulation, unpredictability, and emotional exhaustion. This episode explores why your dog’s behavior may seem “off” and what they really need right now.In this episode:Learn how overstimulation during the holidays impacts your dog’s nervous

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00:06:56

How Routines (Not Rules) Strengthened Our Bond and...

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2025/12/19

Are the rules you're following with your dog actually working — or just adding pressure?If you're raising a big-feeling dog, you already know that one-size-fits-all advice often falls flat. This episode dives into a deeply personal story about how consistency, not control, created the shift one overwhelmed dog needed — and how that insight is now reshaping this podcast to support you even more in 2026.In this episode:Discover why more frequent, bite-sized support is essential for real

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00:59:35

How Button Training Helps You Understand Your Dog...

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2025/12/17

Is your dog trying to tell you something — and you’re just not hearing it yet?What if your dog could ask for food, say where it hurts, or tell you they had a dream? In this episode, Alexis Devine — the human behind Bunny the “talking” dog — shares how button training became the ultimate enrichment tool and transformed her understanding of dog behavior, training, and emotional expression.Whether your dog is a quiet observer or bursting with big feelings, this conversation will challenge how you think

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00:07:01

Why Chasing the ‘Ideal Dog’ Makes Life With Your Dog...

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2025/12/15

Trying to raise the “perfect” dog? That pressure might be the very thing holding you both back.This episode of The Dog Who Asked for More dives into the quiet harm of perfectionism in dog training—and how chasing the “ideal dog” can disconnect you from the real one right in front of you.In this episode:Why perfection pressure creates burnout for both you and your dogA mindset shift to help you connect without comparisonHow enrichment and rest—not more exposure—can support real behavior changeListen

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01:02:10

How Enrichment & Species-Specific Communication Build...

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2025/12/10

Are you rushing your service dog’s training — or worse, forcing them into a role they’re not ready for?In this eye-opening episode, we explore how true dog training success—especially with service dogs—starts with science-backed methods rooted in species-specific communication, scent-based enrichment, and mutual trust. If you're frustrated by slow progress or overwhelmed by conflicting advice, this episode offers clarity and compassion in equal measure.In this episode:Learn how to build service

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00:06:13

When Holiday Guests Push Your Dog Too Far: What to...

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2025/12/08

Does your dog shut down, act out, or just seem "off" during holiday gatherings — while everyone else thinks it’s no big deal?If you've ever felt torn between family expectations and your dog’s emotional well-being, you're not alone. The holidays bring overstimulation, unpredictable environments, and pressure to “just go with it” — all of which can throw your dog’s behavior and emotional regulation out of balance. This episode dives into what your dog is really experiencing and why your response

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00:43:56

How To Stop You Dog from Destroying Your Car Interior...

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2025/12/03

Is your car a furry disaster zone after every walk or road trip? If your dog’s claws, fur, or anxiety have ever caused chaos in the car, this episode is for you.In today’s episode of The Dog Who Asked for More, I sit down with Jim Umlauf, co-founder of 4Knines — the company behind some of the most durable and thoughtfully engineered dog car gear on the market. We talk about how his two Dobermans turned a car into a disaster zone… and sparked a product line now trusted by dog owners (and even auto

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00:08:28

Thinking About Gifting a Dog This Holiday? Here’s...

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2025/12/01

What if the hardest part of dog parenting isn’t training or behavior — but the unexpected long-term costs that no one talks about until you’re already in too deep?If you're budgeting for food and vet visits but feel blindsided by the price of real training, enrichment tools, or nutrition changes — you're not alone. This episode breaks down the real-life expenses that come with meeting your dog’s needs well, and why planning ahead matters more than you think. Whether you’ve just brought home a puppy

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01:02:08

The New Pet Nutrition Facts Box: What Dog Food...

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2025/11/26

Think your dog’s food is healthy just because the label says “natural”? Think again.Dog food companies have spent years hiding excess carbs behind confusing, outdated labels. But change is finally here—with the introduction of the new Pet Nutrition Facts box. In this episode, Em sits down with pet food reform advocate Daniel Schulof to uncover how labeling has misled dog parents for decades—and what you really need to know about what’s in your dog’s bowl.In this episode:Learn how to decode the new

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00:07:58

Why Waiting for Triggers Is the Wrong Way to Train a...

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2025/11/24

Does your dog get anxious before the guests even show up for the holidays?In this episode of The Dog Who Asked for More, we unpack the often-overlooked precursor cues—the subtle, early signs that signal to your dog that change (and stress) is coming. From deep cleaning to energy shifts, these quiet triggers can unravel even well-trained dogs if we’re not paying attention. You’ll learn how to support your dog’s behavior with proactive enrichment, routine preservation, and energy awareness.In this

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