Can you really train your dog effectively—without punishment, dominance, or fear?
In this science-rich episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em and expert trainer Annie Grossman explore the truth about clicker training and positive reinforcement. Whether you're a first-timer or ready to leave outdated methods behind, this conversation will reshape your understanding of how dogs actually learn—and why trust-based methods work faster and better than old-school dominance techniques.
In this episode:
Learn how clicker training builds behavior fluency and clarity
Understand why positive reinforcement changes your dog’s brain and confidence
Discover how to use emotionally supportive training tools that strengthen trust, not fear
Press play to upgrade your training toolbox with strategies that are humane, effective, and built on science—not shame.
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
Straight Up Dog Talk Extras:
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This podcast explores life with dogs and life with pets, focusing on the dog–human bond and what it truly takes to bond with your dog through dog enrichment, behavior guidance, dog reactivity support, reactivity awareness, reactive dogs, reactive dog training, calming reactive dogs, dog training, dog training tips, training rescue dogs, pet training, dog obedience, dog behavior, dog behaviour, dog socialization, dog barking, dog habits, dog health, dog life, dog myths, and positive reinforcement for all dogs — rescue dogs, velcro dogs, anxious dogs, reactive dogs, high-energy dogs, big-feeling dogs, and family pets. Hosted by a canine nutritionist, nutrition coach, dog coach, dog coaching specialist, and retired vet tech, each episode covers dog food, canine enrichment, dog training, dog nutrition, canine nutrition, dog gut health, dog grief, dog products, and science-backed routines that help dogs feel safer, healthier, calmer, and more understood. You’ll discover practical steps, enrichment ideas, behavior strategies, and daily habits to support any dog and create a more confident, connected life with dogs.
