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The Dog Who Asked for More: Training, Enrichment, and Nutrition Support for a Calmer Life with Dogs

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

120 episodes

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Is your dog’s reactivity, barking, or food struggles taking over your life? The Dog Who Asked for More (formerly Straight Up Dog Talk) helps overwhelmed dog parents find real-life solutions—turning chaos into calm through dog training, behavior, nutrition, & enrichment. 🎧 Learn how to: • Calm reactivity & barking with simple, proven steps • Choose dog food that supports gut health & behavior • Build trust & a stronger bond Hosted by Em, a dog trainer & canine nutritionist who turned her own struggles with a reactive dog into a mission to help others. You & your dog deserve this. Hit play.

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Is your dog’s reactivity, barking, or food struggles taking over your life? The Dog Who Asked for More (formerly Straight Up Dog Talk) helps overwhelmed dog parents find real-life solutions—turning chaos into calm through dog training, behavior, nutrition, & enrichment. 🎧 Learn how to: • Calm reactivity & barking with simple, proven steps • Choose dog food that supports gut health & behavior • Build trust & a stronger bond Hosted by Em, a dog trainer & canine nutritionist who turned her own struggles with a reactive dog into a mission to help others. You & your dog deserve this. Hit play.

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Does Clicker Training Actually Work for Dogs?

The Dog Who Asked for More: Training, Enrichment, and Nutrition Support for a Calmer Life with Dogs

42 minutes 13 seconds

2 months ago

Does Clicker Training Actually Work for Dogs?

Can you really train your dog effectively—without punishment or dominance?
In this science-backed episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em sits down with Annie Grossman—dog trainer, educator, and author of How to Train Your Dog with Love + Science—to unpack what actually helps dogs learn. They explore the mechanics of clicker training, why positive reinforcement builds trust faster than fear ever could, and how modern, humane training gets real results without sacrificing relationship.
You’ll learn:
• Why clicker training speeds up learning and builds behavior fluency
• How positive reinforcement impacts your dog’s brain and confidence
• The science behind learning theory vs. outdated dominance training
• When (and how) to choose training tools that support emotional regulation
• Actionable, easy ways to use reinforcement in real life—not just training sessions
Whether you're just starting or ready to leave old-school methods behind, this episode will rebuild your confidence, your clarity, and your connection with your dog.
Check out How to Train Your Dog with Love + Science by Annie Grossman

https://www.schoolforthedogs.com/book

Bonus: Annie references a video clip—watch it here for context: https://youtu.be/jgDzy8y7jDM

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This podcast explores real-life dog behavior and training, diving into reactivity, barking, dog anxiety, aggression, picky eating, gut health, and dog food—while unpacking enrichment, mental stimulation, supplements, calming aids, and holistic pet wellness. Whether you’re raising a rescue dog, supporting a senior dog, managing a velcro dog, or just navigating life with a dog who’s asking for more, you’ll find practical tools to build trust, strengthen communication, and create a safe, thriving life together.