Spirit Dog Training brings you science-based, modern and effective dog training advice, explaining why your dog acts the way he acts, and how to approach training efficiently.
104. Your First Dog Needs You More Than You Need A New Puppy
Before you add another dog, there's a hard truth I want you to hear: your first dog may need you more than a new puppy ever could.
In this episode, I talk about why adding a second or third dog too early often creates stress, behavior issues, and guilt, even when the decision comes from a place of love.
I share what I see repeatedly as a trainer: dogs whose needs multiply, not disappear, when another dog is added, and households that tip into chaos before the first dog is truly stable. You'll learn the clear signs that it's not the right time yet, the signs that it is, and how waiting can protect the relationship you already have.
Begin building calm, stability, and confidence with your dog at spiritdogtraining.com/free.
9 Dec 2025
103. Why Rescue Dogs Are Not For Everyone
We talk a lot about "adopt, don't shop," but rarely about the unseen cost when a rescue dog's needs exceed a family's capacity. And that mismatch can break hearts on both sides.
In this episode, I explore why rescue dogs with unknown backgrounds are not the right fit for every household, and why acknowledging that truth is an act of responsibility, not selfishness.
I share the real patterns I've seen as a trainer: families drowning under unexpected behavior issues, dogs struggling in environments they can't cope with, and the guilt and overwhelm that follow.
Begin building confidence and clarity for your next dog at spiritdogtraining.com/free.
2 Dec 2025
102. 7 Skills Every Reactive Dog Needs (+How to Teach Them!)
In today's episode I share the core skills that make reactivity training easier and safer, starting where your dog can succeed, not in the middle of a trigger storm.
I explain why these foundations reduce stress, build patience, and set you up for faster progress around real-world triggers with step-by-step ideas you can apply today, and tips to avoid overwhelm.
Take the first step toward calmer walks at spiritdogtraining.com/free.
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