Reward Your Dog Podcast

31:58

#40 Fight Club or Friendly Gathering? - Should I Take...

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2026/09/20

Jesse and Verena dive deep into what dog parks can and can't do for your dog and offer some practical tips on how you can decide if your dog is a good candidate for going to the dog park. Spoiler alert: When in doubt... don't.Our shoutout in this episode goes to this awesome nail scratchboard from Lovintry. We would appreciate your support for the Reward Your Dog Podcast by liking, rating, reviewing, and sharing. It helps us so much!You can also:Join the RYDP Patreon (no paywalls unless you *want*

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18:57

Emergen-sode: How to Entertain Your Dog When You're...

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2026/08/04

It's a hot, smoky day in Portland, OR (USA) - and this calls for a (climate) emergency podcast.... Jesse and Verena share some tips for entertaining, occupying and exercising dogs who are stuck inside the house during inclement weather. Resources mentioned in the episode:Frozen Kong/Toppl etc. fillingsTrick tutorial by KikopupWe would appreciate your support for the Reward Your Dog Podcast by liking, rating, reviewing, and sharing. It helps us so much!You can also:Join the RYDP Patreon (no paywalls

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01:04:49

#39 The Big Stress Series Pt. 2: "Is My Dog...

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2026/07/19

I this second episode on stress, Jesse and Verena dive deep into chronic stress: what it is, why it's bad, and - most importantly - what you can do about it... while dropping quite a few truth bombs (sorry not sorry).Our shoutout in this episode goes to the Emily Priestly and her company Wild at Heart Dogs. We would appreciate your support for the Reward Your Dog Podcast by liking, rating, reviewing, and sharing. It helps us so much!You can also:Join the RYDP Patreon (no paywalls unless you *want*

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42:45

#38 The Key to Your Dog's Behavior: The Big Stress...

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2026/06/28

Jesse and Verena tackle a biiiig topic: stress and how it impacts behavior. In this first installment of the "Stress Series", they look at the stress response and introduce the two main types of stress, eustress and distress. Expect to get science-y and nerdy... and to learn about yourself as well as your dog.Our shoutout in this episode goes to the Cog Dog Radio episode about Surprise Party Sue. We would appreciate your support for the Reward Your Dog Podcast by liking, rating, reviewing, and

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19:37

Mailbag 3: Finding Places to Exercise Your Dog

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2026/05/20

Jesse and Verena share their secret tips and tricks to exercise your dog - without crowds. Want to submit a question as well? You can do so right here:https://www.rewardyourdogtraining.com/podcastWe would appreciate your support for the Reward Your Dog Podcast by liking, rating, reviewing, and sharing. It helps us so much!You can also:Join the RYDP Patreon (no paywalls unless you *want* to subscribe)Buy us a coffeeAnd of course you can reach out to Verena help with your dog. More info on Verena and

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52:53

#37 "Help! My dog doesn't like people!" - and what...

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2026/04/01

It can be very hard to navigate urban living with dogs who struggle with people - because urban spaces are often rather people-y. Verena and Jesse dive into dog sociability and the different social types and then discuss how to help your dog in and out of the home.Here's the blog post on greeting (or not greeting!) people.Our shoutout goes to Verena's Confidence Building for the Shy Dog Class and Sit Down & Beyond in SE Portland.We would appreciate your support for the Reward Your Dog Podcast by

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57:02

#36 "As long as you're under my roof" - Giving our...

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2026/02/25

Dogs in most Western countries are domesticated - meaning they live as pets in our homes. That comes with significant perks but also with the loss of choice and control over ... a lot of things in their lives. Jesse and Verena chat about the important topic of agency: How can we provide more of it? What to do if we can't provide it? And how can we avoid sending our dogs into a state of learned helplessness? Our shoutout goes to Rubi Sullivan at Heal Animal Massage Therapy. We would appreciate your

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01:00:55

#35 How do you know if Dogbook is telling the truth?...

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2026/02/09

Going into 2026, Verena and Jesse examine how habits can be a powerful force in our lives - and our dogs' lives too. Listen to find out more about how to use this power for good training, emotional support and to avoid common pitfalls.The Instagram accounts Emily is recommending are:PetHarmony Training (for dog guardians)PetHarmony Pro (for behavior professionals)Ken Ramirez and the Karen Pryor Clicker TrainingJW Dog TrainingKristina Spaulding (Science Matters LLC)Functional Dog CollaborativeBosun

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58:10

#34 Harnessing the Power of Habits for Good (and for...

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2026/01/12

Going into 2026, Verena and Jesse examine how habits can be a powerful force in our lives - and our dogs' lives too. Listen to find out more about how to use this power for good training, emotional support and to avoid common pitfalls. The articles referenced are:The Neurobiology of HabitsHow to Break Bad Habits: A Realistic Guide for ADHDersThe shoutout goes to the Southwest Washington Humane Society, where we adopted our sweet new kitty Zeno from. We would appreciate your support for the Reward

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44:03

#33 Is there hope for my barky, lungy, growly city...

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2025/12/17

Verena and Jesse dig deep into why having a dog who barks, lunges, growls and pulls on the leash around triggers like dogs, people, skateboard, bikes etc. while living in the city is so tough... and what you can do to help. The shoutout goes out to Verena's Urban Dog Reactivity Online Program, which opens its door again for enrollment on January 5, 2026. It offers an effective and kind blueprint that helps you as a guardian with a leash reactive dog living in the city have better, more connected and

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50:24

#32 Caring for Yourself while Caring for a Difficult Dog

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2025/12/03

Life with a struggly dog can be really hard. Behavior modification training is often the long game and takes a toll on everyone. How can you as the guardian of a difficult dog with big feelings keep yourself sane as you live with your tricky fur friend? Jesse and Verena send out some empathy for you while discussing some strategies to help you cope with this complex situation.The shoutout goes out to Dog Adventures NW. DANW offers off leash adventures, training, boarding and petsitting in Portland

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16:47

Mailbag 2: Dealing with Off Leash Dogs

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2025/11/15

One of the toughest things to deal with when you have a reactive dog: an approaching off leash dog! Jesse and Verena share strategies for how to handle this sticky situation. Want to submit a question as well? You can do so right here: https://www.rewardyourdogtraining.com/podcastWe would appreciate your support for the Reward Your Dog Podcast by liking, rating, reviewing, and sharing. It helps us so much! You can also:Join the RYDP Patreon (no paywalls unless you *want* to subscribe)Buy us a

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01:21:11

# 31 "What even is reactivity?" - Unpacking the label...

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2025/10/31

Jesse and Verena sat down with Suzanne Clothier of Relationship Center Training to discuss what's behind the label "reactive". "Reactive" has become a catch all term for dogs with big feelings these days, but what does it truly mean when we use it? We look at different kinds of reactivity all the while Suzanne reminds us to remember that each dog is a unique individual. The shoutout goes out to Suzanne's wonderful work. For dog trainers, she has the upcoming course "Reactivity Repair Kit" (check

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50:45

#30 Getting the most out of training sessions

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2025/09/24

In the latest installment of the RYDP, Jesse and Verena discuss how you can make sure that you're utilizing your dog's training sessions fully, covering everything from having a coaching mindset while advocating for yourself to how much time you need to budget for your dog's training transformation. Our shoutout in this episode goes to Woof Cultr! We would appreciate your support for the Reward Your Dog Podcast by liking, rating, reviewing, and sharing. It helps us so much! You can also:Join the

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01:09:40

#29 "Get your hands off me, you dirty ape" - Touch &...

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2025/09/08

Jesse and Verena sat down for a chat with the amazing Lorenzo JW Fox to discuss when and how dogs like to be touched, how to keep people from reaching for your dog in public, and what enthusiastic consent looks like. You can learn more about Lorenzo JW Fox through his work at Synergy in Portland, OR or on his Instagram. So many resources for you:My blog on consent checksA great consent check videoPooch ParentingFamily PawsTrailblazing TailsWe would appreciate your support for the Reward Your Dog

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17:55

#28 The Sutherlands' European Vacation & Dog...

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2025/08/11

In this episode, we explain where we have been all summer long... and the answer is Germany and Austria! We bring you some interesting observations around the dog-human relationship from our travels. You can take the dog trainer out of the country, but she'll still be wearing her dog trainer hat, y'all!We would appreciate your support for the Reward Your Dog Podcast by liking, rating, reviewing, and sharing. It helps us so much! You can also:Join the RYDP Patreon (no paywalls unless you *want* to

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43:58

#28 Beyond the Cookie: What, even, is reinforcement?

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2025/07/12

In this episode, Jesse and Verena discuss what reinforcement is. Is there more to it than giving your dog a cookie for doing a "sit"? Well, YES. And we're going to tell you all about it. Here is the blog on door manners I mentioned in the episode. Our shoutout goes to Cog Dog Radio, specifically episodes 354-356, which feature a series on reinforcement. Here's the first part for you. We would appreciate your support for the Reward Your Dog Podcast by liking, rating, reviewing, and sharing. It helps

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01:11:08

#27 "What a Trip!" - Anxiety Medication for Dogs with...

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2025/06/12

We're so excited to be able to present to you this important and thorough interview with Dr. Pachel of the Animal Behavior Clinic in Portland, OR wherein we dive into the topic of psychoactive medication - what options there are, how they can help your dog, and when they might be needed. So many things to consider - you might want to listen twice!You can learn more about Dr. Pachel on his website. We would appreciate your support for the Reward Your Dog Podcast by liking, rating, reviewing, and

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16:43

Mailbag 1: Correction vs scuffle - what's the...

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2025/05/22

Oh my! A new type of episode! In our inaugural mailbag episode, we discuss a listener question on when a correction between dogs is appropriate and where the line to a scuffle lies - and what to do when scuffles happened. Want to submit a question as well? You can do so right here: https://www.rewardyourdogtraining.com/podcast

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55:16

#26 Nagivating the Dog Training Industry Pt. 4: Types...

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2025/05/13

The final episode in the "Navigating the Dog Training Industry" dives into different kinds of training modalities. What's the difference between private training, day training, board & train and classes? Learn more about getting the most out of training with your precious pup.Our shoutout goes to the "The Dog's Truth" by Kim Brophey.We would appreciate your support for the Reward Your Dog Podcast by liking, rating, reviewing, and sharing. It helps us so much! You can also:Join the RYDP Patreon

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