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About The Podcast

Leerburg's Dog Training Podcast was started in 2006, long before podcasts became trendy like they are today. Our podcast is a place to share valuable information and have conversations that are important to the dog training community. With podcasts becoming more popular in recent years, the team here at Leerburg has elected to release new episodes of some of our favorite content from our trainers like Ed Frawley, Michael Ellis, and Kevin Sheldahl. Learn the evolution and basics of dog training from some of the most experienced trainers in the United States.

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Another Professional Dog Trainer That Needs to Be Fired

12 Minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a questionable dog trainer. Ed gives his take on the situation and what he would do differently.| Links mentioned: Remote Collar Training for the Pet Owner with Ed Frawley | The Power of Training Dogs with Markers | Training Dogs with Food Rewards | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months
Why Grapes, Chocolate, Chewing Gum and More Can Kill Your Dog

12 Minutes

Presented by Dr. Lisa Converse and Lyn Schuh. Dr. Lisa Converse is a founding member of Operational K9 Medical Team of Wisconsin (OP K9). As the organization’s president and medical director, she currently travels throughout Wisconsin educating K9 handlers and EMS personnel on point-of-injury care for wounded canines on duty. The Operational K9 Medical Team of Wisconsin was founded in 2020 to provide education and support to law enforcement officers and other first responders assisting operational K9s wounded in the line of duty. ASPCA Animal Poison Control: (888) 426-4435| Links mentioned: Learn more about this organization at opk9ofwi.com
How to Care for Your K9 During a Fentanyl Overdose and Other Troublesome Toxins - OP K9 Medical Team of WI

1 Hour

The Operational K9 Medical Team of Wisconsin was founded in 2020 to provide education and support to law enforcement officers and other first responders assisting operational K9s wounded in the line of duty. OP K9 provides technical, hands-on training for law enforcement agencies and other first responders throughout the state. Their aim is to ensure that these personnel are equipped with the skills needed to provide essential, time-sensitive care to injured operational K9s before they are ultimately transported to a higher level of veterinary care. The OPK9 Medical Team is a non-partisan, nonprofit organization.| Links mentioned: Learn more about this organization at opk9ofwi.com
Michael Ellis on Equipment Bias in Protection Training

10 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a clip from the Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class. Between the two parts, there are 753 videos and 43 hours of content. This course is ideal for dog owners who wish to compete in various biting dog sports, professional dog trainers, new law enforcement personnel, and dedicated dog owners looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in protection work.| Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class - Part 1 | Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class - Part 2
Michael Ellis on Keeping Working Puppies in the House

9 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a clip from the Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class. Between the two parts, there are 753 videos and 43 hours of content. This course is ideal for dog owners who wish to compete in various biting dog sports, professional dog trainers, new law enforcement personnel, and dedicated dog owners looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in protection work.| Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class - Part 1 | Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class - Part 2
Michael Ellis Escorting Demo

9 minutes

In this episode,Ed Frawley shares a clip from our newly released Protection Classes with Michael Ellis. In this video, Michael demonstrates the Escorting exercise, used in biting dog sports like Mondio ring, for the students taking his 2-week Protection Class at his school in California. | Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class - Part 1 | Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class - Part 2
My Dog Training Clients Don't Want To Hand Food Treats To Their Dog

9 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley discusses a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's query involves a dog training client who is reluctant to give treat rewards directly from their hand because they fear being bitten. The dog trainer is seeking advice on how to persuade the client that offering food rewards directly is an effective approach. | Training Dogs with FOOD REWARDS - with Ed Frawley | The Power of Training Dogs with Markers | The Power of Training Dogs with Food
New Release! Michael Ellis Protection Class Part 2

15 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a new course offered by Leerburg Online University. This program offers an in-depth exploration of essential terminology, the role of the decoy, and the intricate mechanics of bite work. Students will begin with a foundational part 1 overview, progressing to advanced concepts such as understanding the decoy's various roles, teaching practical skills without a decoy, advanced sport skills, and bite work mechanics. | Michael Ellis Protection Class Part 2
My Puppy Stopped Using The Doggy Door When It Rains Outside. What Can I Do?

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an 11-month-old puppy, previously adept at using the dog door to go potty outside, who has started going to the bathroom inside the house. The owner wants to know what to do in order to stop this from happening in the future. | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home | Housebreaking 101 | From the Rescue to the Home
I Want To Learn How To Walk My Dog In Big Cities

10 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who wants to train their dog to walk with them reliably despite distractions, especially given the challenging environment of a big city with narrow sidewalks. | Leash Reactivity with Tyler Muto | Loose Leash Walking with Tyler Muto | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs | Leash Reactivity with Michael Ellis | Leash Skills with Michael Ellis
Bones or Bully Sticks For Your Dog

5 minutes

In this episode, These bully sticks are sourced and packed in the USA. They come from free-range grass-fed cows and contain no additives, preservatives, or chemicals. They are a tasty treat that is pure USA beef pizzle. These 12” BIG DADDY Bully Sticks are slow-roasted trapping their natural juices to maximize flavor! All bully sticks are carefully cleaned and vertically hung. They are intended as a treat, not a food. No dyes or preservatives were used in processing and they were not smoked or treated with smoky juice. | USA Bully Stick Big Daddy | Jumbo Bully Stick
My 4-Month-Old Puppy Hates Big Fluffy Dogs

14 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about 4-month-old German Shepherd puppy that is proactively managing his vocal tendencies. While the puppy generally responds well to redirection when seeing other dogs, certain fluffy dogs trigger brief barking. The owner wants to know what things they can do to stop this behavior and focus on them. | Puppy Development | Training Your Dog to COME When Called - EVERY TIME | Training Dogs with FOOD REWARDS - with Ed Frawley | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | Leash Reactivity with Tyler Muto | Leash Reactivity with Michael Ellis
My 5-Year-Old Dog Tries To Swallow Junk On Walks

14 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 5-year-old dog that has a strong compulsion to ingest non-food items, such as bark, mulch chips, which has caused him to vomit up significant debris and raises concern about potential lethal internal injuries. The owner wants to know what things they can do to prevent trips to the vet. | Muzzle Sizing | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home | Conditioning Your Dog to a Muzzle | Basic Dog Obedience | Conditioning Your Dog to a MUZZLE
I Want To Become A Professional Dog Trainer

5 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question that he got in his email. The email is from an active duty service member who is transitioning to medical retirement and is interested in pursuing a career in dog training. The sender has been following Mr. Frawley's training materials since 2008 and is inquiring about the possibility of an in-house residency program to enhance their skills.| The Principles of Dog Training 1 | The Principles of Dog Training 2
My 10-Month-Old Rescue Dog Pulls Me Down The Street

10 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 10-month-old rescued miniature pincher puppy who is pulling their owner down the street while on leash. This new dog owner is looking for recommendations on how to achieve loose leash walking with the puppy. | Basic Dog Obedience | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | Loose Leash Walking with Tyler Muto | Leash Skills with Michael Ellis | Leash Reactivity with Tyler Muto
New Course! Michael Ellis Protection Class Part 1 - Now Available!

9 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a new course offered by Leerburg Online University. Over the past 16 years, we have produced a number of excellent training videos with our friend Michael Ellis. Up to now we have never released a comprehensive course on protection dog training.| Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class - Part 1
Training Detector Dogs for Law Enforcement | The Pizza Method or The One-Odor Method

14 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares the first in a series of episodes concerning differing opinions on training detector dogs. There are different opinions on how to introduce new odors during the early stages of training detection dogs. Some trainers strongly believe that their method is the right method. Just to be clear, I consider detector dogs to be law enforcement dogs and not civilian scent work dogs. The scent work dog sports are great sports for civilians but to be clear they are very different than law enforcement detector dog work. They may seem similar, but in fact they are not. One analogy could be those who enjoy trap shooting clay pigeons Vs combat soldiers trained to shoot in a war. One is a sport the other is not. There are basically two groups of detector dog trainers that disagree on how to introduce new dogs to odor. One group is made up of trainers and instructors who have 25 to 30 years of experience in training detector dogs. The second group is made up of mostly of civilians who are relatively new to the discipline. They mistakenly claim they have a better training system that is a faster way to train and it's based on recent scientific studies. I produced my first narcotics training video back in 1987. In this episode, you will see what I believe the scientific papers these trainers refer to are all flawed and lack merit.| Dog's Don't Smell Pizza - Article | K-9 Detector Dog Training with Kevin Sheldahl - Online Course
Understanding Personal Pressure in Protection Dog Training

11 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a clip from an upcoming course from Michael Ellis. Today's clip is about using personal pressure in protection training. Michael explains what personal pressure is and how a decoy would use and manage it in a bite work session. It's important that if you are a handler that you understand what a decoy is doing and why so you can get the best experience possible for your dog's development.| Michael Ellis Protection Sport Dog Seminar (2009)
When You Have 2 Dogs Together, is it Possible That Neither of Them Will Be Dominant Over the Other?

11 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about two dog friends and their play together on walks and trips to the park. Sometimes it is hard to tell if dogs are just playing when they start wrestling with each other. Ed explains some good rules for managing two dogs together to prevent a problem before a problem develops. | Establishing Pack Structure with the Family Pet | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs | How to Break Up a Dog Fight Without Getting Hurt
Active vs Reactive Dogs in Protection Training

11 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a clip from a lecture by Michael Ellis. Michael talks about what an operant or active dog is compared to a reactive dog. Active dogs are very forward-thinking and try to anticipate what behaviors you will ask for. Reactive dogs will react to what the handler or helper is doing. | Michael Ellis Protection Sport Dog Seminar (2009)
Jeff Meyer talks with long time K9 trainer Kevin Sheldahl (The Police K9 Training Podcast with Jeff Meyer)

59 minutes

Join host Jeff Meyer as he welcomes Kevin Sheldahl to discuss the benefits and techniques of incorporating a Human Remains Detection (HRD) program into your K-9 unit. Kevin shares his experiences and tips on how to effectively train and utilize HRD dogs. This episode also emphasizes the importance of meticulous record-keeping and provides practical advice on sourcing and handling training aids. Tune in to explore how adding HRD capabilities can enhance your agency's effectiveness and versatility. | Leerburg's Cadaver Training Kit | Getxent Tube in Glass Bottle | Getxent Magnetic Odor Box | K-9 Detector Dog Training | Getxent FAQ
Expanding K-9 Capabilities: Human Remains Detection Dogs (The Police K9 Training Podcast with Jeff Meyer)

50 minutes

Join Jeff Meyer as he talks all things K9 with long time K9 trainer Kevin Sheldahl. | K-9 Detector Dog Training
Leerburg's K9 Cadaver Training Kit

16 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares Leerburg's new K9 Cadaver Training Kit. This training kit is designed to be used during the foundation training of cadaver dogs. The items in the kit are designed to be used in land and water recovery training. It comes with a variety of items including 4 Getxent polymer tubes. The tubes have not been impregnated with odor. That will be the job of the trainer. The odor boxes are designed with a hole on the ends that allows the trainer to attach a fish line. This allows the odor boxes to be lowered into openings in a rubble pile or lowered into a lake or river for water recovery training. | Leerburg's Cadaver Training Kit | Getxent Tube in Glass Bottle | Getxent Magnetic Odor Box | K-9 Detector Dog Training | Getxent FAQ
My German Shepherd is Constantly Jumping on Me and Barking

11 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about 9-month-old German Shepherd that likes to jump on and bark at their owner. Ed gives some advice on how to stop and prevent the behavior from becoming a habit. | Basic Dog Obedience | Intermediate Dog Obedience | Establishing Pack Structure with the Family Pet | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home | QA
How Do I Transition My Dog from a Clicker to Markers?

4 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about transitioning a dog from clicker training to verbal markers.| The Power of Training Dogs with Markers - Version 2024
Are Long Lines Dangerous For Dogs?

7 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question involves an owner who uses a long line for their dog. The owner experienced an incident at the dog beach that has made them reconsider using the long line. | Long Lines
How to Fix & Adjust A Prong Collar That Comes Apart

7 minutes

Worried about why your prong collar keeps coming off even though it feels secured. Well worry no more. Ed Frawley shows you how you should secure your Leerburg prong collar to make sure that it doesn't come off and cause some sort of incident that you can prevent from happening to your dog. | Leerburg's Stainless Steel Prong Collar | Leerburg's Backup Collars
My 9-Week-Old Puppy Won't Stay In The Ex-pen

7 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who has a 9-week-old puppy when she is put in the ex-pen. The puppy cries and climbs out of the ex-pen using the side of the ex-pen to get out. The owner doesn't know what to do and needs help! | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | USA Bully Stick Big Daddy
My 9-Week-Old Puppy Won't Stay In The Ex-pen

7 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who has a 9-week-old puppy when she is put in the ex-pen. The puppy cries and climbs out of the ex-pen using the side of the ex-pen to get out. The owner doesn't know what to do and needs help! | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | USA Bully Stick Big Daddy
Can My Friendly Puppy Ever Become a Family Protector?

7 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 5-month-old puppy who loves strangers. The owner wants the puppy to be a deterrent dog in the future. They want to know the steps into making this happen. | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | Puppy Socialization | Basic Dog Obedience Online Course | Basic Dog Obedience | QA
Get Your Pup To Sprint! Quick Tips For Recall

7 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a one-year-old dog that has a slow recall. The owner wants the dog to recall faster and doesn't know what to do to increase her speed. | Training Your Dog to COME When Called - EVERY TIME
Help! My Dog is Chewing and Destroying His Toys

10 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about Dutch Shepherd who is developing a destructive chewing habit as he likes to chew and destroy certain toys. Ed addressed chewing issues with some suggestions on how to prevent and manage the behavior. | Goughnuts | Interactive & Chew Toys | QA
Michael Ellis on The Role of the Decoy in Protection Bitework

5 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a clip from a Michael Ellis Protection Sport Dog Seminar. Michael discusses the job and role of a decoy in protection bitework. | Michael Ellis Protection Sport Dog Seminar | Michael Ellis Mondio Ring Seminar
Separation Anxiety Solutions. Should We Rethink Doggie Daycare?

6 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who drops their dog off at daycare. The dog exhibits separation anxiety, showing distress and attempting to nip at the staff when they put him in the runs at the start of the day. The owners are wondering if they should discontinue taking him to daycare. | All Leerburg courses
Remote Collar Misuse: Has My Dog's Training Been Ruined?

9 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who went on vacation and had another family member take care of the owner's dog. The owner's family member misused the remote collar on the owner's dog and now it seems the owner might have to start over on training for remote collars. | Small Dog 20ft x 5/8in Nylon Drag Line with Brass Snaps | Remote Collar Training for the Pet Owner | Training Your Dog to COME When Called - EVERY TIME
Key Practices For Storing And Maintaining Nosework Supplies

9 minutes

In this episode, taking care of your scent kits is crucial when it comes to scent training. In this video, Ed Frawley talks about the steps to take care of your scents and what things you can do to make them last longer. | All Leerburg Scent Kits | The Foundation of Sport Detection | The Foundation of Nosework | Nosework: Obedience to Odor and Focused Response | Leerburg's Scent Work/Nosework Refill Kits
My Dog Bites & Jumps When Overstimulated. How Do I Correct This?

18 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 9-month-old Goldendoodle that gets overstimulated and redirects onto the female handlers in this family. This family wrote to Cindy looking for advice after suggestions from their trainer weren't helping change the dog's behavior. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home | Leash Skills with Michael Ellis | Leash Reactivity with Tyler Muto | Prong Collars | Dominant Dog Collar | QA
Our Puppy Ignores Our Recall Command

7 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 14-week-old German Shepherd puppy that ignores the recall command when they are off-leash, outside, in a distracting environment. | Training Your Dog to Come When Called - Online Course | 1/8" Drag Line
Michael Ellis on Adding Metered Aggression To Your Bite Work Training

8 minutes

This clip came from Michael Ellis Protection Dog Seminar. This newly released course has been put together from archived footage filmed during a 2009 Leerburg Michael Ellis seminar held in Menomonie, Wisconsin. This course contains 14 hours of lecture and dog work, the vast majority of which has never been seen before. There are discussions of a variety of protection sports, their differences and the skills necessary for each one. Throughout the seminar, Michael works with multiple handler/dog teams on different exercises based on their level of training. | Michael Ellis Protection Dog Seminar
Reflexive Recall Exercises

5 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley discusses what a reflexive recall is and gives some exercises and tips on how to achieve a reflexive recall with your dog. | Online Course: Training Your Dog to Come When Called (2024) | Streaming Video: Training Your Dog to Come When Called (2024)
Why We Use Food Rewards in Recall Training

7 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley discusses training dogs using food rewards in recall training as it is often criticized by some who question its effectiveness, especially in situations where food isn't available. However, these criticisms usually stem from a lack of understanding or experience in using food as a training tool. | Online Course: Training Your Dog to Come When Called (2024) | Streaming Video: Training Your Dog to Come When Called (2024)
Leerburg Leather Leashes are the Best in the World

17 minutes

Over the past 35 years, we here at Leerburg have built a reputation for selling the finest leather dog leashes, the finest leather harnesses, and the finest leather dog collars in the world. Our Leerburg leather products are strong enough to last a lifetime but soft enough to be comfortable right out of the box. If you go to PetSmart or one of the dog food warehouses and feel their leather products, you will find that their leather is thin and stiff. The leather in our dog leashes is thick, pliable, and soft. It's comfortable on your hands and results in better training for your dog. | Article: Leerburg's Amish Leather Products| Leerburg's Amish Leather Leashes | Leerburg's Amish Leather Collars | Leerburg's Amish Leather Harnesses
Ed Frawley Sits Down with Travis Olson From Keeper Collars

7 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley sits down with Travis Olson from Keeper Collars® to discuss the quality product that is Keeper Collars. They dive into the mission of Keeper Collars, how to measure your dog for a Keeper Collar, and which keeper collar is best for you based on the various options available. The Keeper Collars® Hidden Prong Collar is not simply a cover for a prong collar. The prong is built directly into the collar, allowing for unmatched functionality and camouflaging of the prong. These collars are designed to easily be put on and taken off. Gone are the days of struggling to pinch the prongs together. For those people who do not have a ton of dexterity in their fingers, this is going to be a huge benefit. Because you are no longer pinching the prongs to put the collar on and take off, you do not have to worry about them eventually wearing out and becoming loose. This also eliminates the worry of your prong coming apart when you need it most. With that, you no longer need to use a backup collar. Leerburg has always recommended using a backup collar with a prong. Simply because if and when the prong fails it will fail when you need it most and maintaining control over your dog in those instances is crucial. With the Keeper Collar, there is no way for the prongs to come apart. Even if they did, the leather flat strap doubles as your back up collar. | Keeper Collars® Hidden Prong Collar
How to Manage Reward Schedules in Dog Training

7 minutes

When we move our dog to a variable reward schedule and we do it at the right time, it should produce more drive in our dog to perform. If we have introduced the dog to the "NOPE" marker enough times (hundreds of times - see our online course on Marker Training) the dog will think "Hey I deserve a reward but I didn't get one, I must have done something wrong so I'll try harder next time". Then the following behaviors it gets rewarded 3 or 4 times, then no reward again. The goal of a variable reward system is to develop a training module where the dog never knows when or how many rewards it's going to get for offering a behavior. Finding the right balance is your challenge. Being ready to back up your training for a while will help you figure this out. Every dog is different, that's why no one can tell you exactly how to do it for your dog. | Training Dogs with Food Rewards with Ed Frawley | The Power of Training Dogs with Markers(2024)
When to Train Your Dog Using Kibble As a Food Reward

2 minutes

It may seem counterintuitive to say that we don't want to use our dog's highest-value food reward all the time. With some dogs, there may be times in teaching a behavior where that's exactly what we need to do. The same thing may happen with dogs that are transitioned to toy rewards. Let's say we have an extremely high food drive dog that gets so amped up when it knows you have steak that it's brain stops working and the steak becomes more of a distraction. So much so that we need to add pressure to calm the dog down so we can help it learn. If that ever becomes the case with your dog, then change your food rewards to a lesser value food reward, maybe kibble. Once the dog knows the behavior and once it has gone through impulse control training, you will be able to go back and use high-value rewards like steak again. At that point, the dog understands that the road to steak is to stay focused and offer the behavior we ask for. | Training Dogs with Food Rewards with Ed Frawley
What is a Double Blind Search?

13 minutes

A double-blind approach in Search and Rescue (S&R), Detector Dog training, and Tracking denotes a scenario where neither the dog nor the handler is aware of the location of the hidden find, the victim, or the track direction in question. Handlers that consistently hide their own training aides or consistently lay their own tracks are only kidding themselves that they are or will become an effective dog team. Implementing double-blind searches is important but they need to be started at the right time of a training program. | K-9 Detector Dog Training | What is a DOUBLE BLIND Search in Detector Training, Tracking, and S&R?
My Dog Won't Take Food Rewards

2 minutes

There is something every new trainer needs to know. If your dog won't take food, if it's not interested in your high-value food reward, it's either: 1 - full and not hungry 2 - it's distracted 3 - it's stressed If my dog is paying attention to the screaming kids next door the dog will often find the kids more interesting than the food reward we have. If my dog is stressed, because of the environment I have chosen to train in, the dog will not take food. Look at it like this: if you are scared do you feel like eating? Probably not. If you are mad, do you feel like eating, probably not. STRESS KILLS FOOD DRIVE. | Training Dogs with Food Rewards with Ed Frawley
Generalization in Dog Training

3 minutes

Teaching our dog a reliable recall is the most important behavior we can teach our dog. The recall is a behavior that can save our dog's life. This course has 93 videos and is over 6 hours long. If you have a recall problem and want to take the time to learn how to train a reliable recall this course will teach you how to do it. | Training Your Dog to COME When Called with Ed Frawley
When Not To Use A High Value Food Reward

2 minutes

It may seem counterintuitive to say that we don't want to use our dogs highest value food reward, but with some dogs there may be times in teaching a behavior where that's exactly what we need to do. The same thing may happen with dogs that are transitioned to toy rewards. Let's say we have an extremely high high food drive dog that gets so amped up when it knows you have steak that it's brain stops working and the steak becomes more of a distraction. So much so that we need to add pressure to calm the dog down so we can help it learn. If that ever becomes the case with your dog, then change your food rewards to a lesser value food reward, maybe kibble. Once the dog knows the behavior and once it has gone through impulse control training, you will be able to go back and use steak again. At that point, the dog understands that the road to steak is to stay focused and offer the behavior we ask for. | Training Dogs with Food Rewards with Ed Frawley
Ed Frawley on the Hand Touch Game

3 minutes

When we ask our dog for a hand-touch we expect the dog to touch their nose to the palm of our hand. The hand-touch becomes a fun game that our dogs love to play at home and on walks. In fact, with many dogs, the hand-touch itself becomes a reward. Once our dog becomes fluent with the hand-touch we can use it to redirect the dog away from unwanted distractions like other dogs, people, or things that make them nervous or reactive. This video came out of a new 5 hour online course from Leerburg.com titled Training Your Dog With High Value Food Rewards with Ed Frawley. | Training Dogs with Food Rewards with Ed Frawley
Ed Frawley on the Food Chase Game

5 minutes

One of the benefits of learning to use food rewards in your training is you will end up with a dog that loves to train, in fact, most will challenge you to take them out to train. This is very different from what I experienced back in the 1960s and 1970s. | Training Dogs with Food Rewards with Ed Frawley
Ed Frawley On Training Tracking Dogs for Police - S&R

11 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley talks about a series of tracking videos he filmed with the RCMP in the 1990s. The RCMP instructors are the best tracking dog instructors in the world. They have been training police tracking dogs since 1935. | Training Level 1 Tracking Dogs for Police – S & R | Track Laying for Police Dogs | Level II & III Urban and Suburban Tracking | Hard Surface Tracking
Why Short Training Sessions Are Important In Dog Training

4 minutes

Our online course is much more than just using treats to train your dog. The 5 & 1/2 Hr course has over 120 videos that will teach you how to use high-value food rewards to build a communication system between you and your dog. Our course is about using rewards to teach behaviors and build a better relationship with your dog. If you follow the training steps in this course you will end up with a dog that looks forward to your training session. | Training Dogs with Food Rewards with Ed Frawley
Don't Make My Marker Training Mistake

3 minutes

Training with food is a journey, not a destination. By understanding the science behind positive reinforcement, choosing the right rewards, and implementing effective training techniques, you can unlock your dog's full potential and forge an even deeper connection with your furry companion. Remember, training with food is not just about treats; it's about building a strong, positive relationship with your dog, one delicious reward at a time. | Training Dogs with Food Rewards with Ed Frawley
The Difference Between Gestures And Lures In Dog Training

3 minutes

Training with food is a journey, not a destination. By understanding the science behind positive reinforcement, choosing the right rewards, and implementing effective training techniques, you can unlock your dog's full potential and forge an even deeper connection with your furry companion. Remember, training with food is not just about treats; it's about building a strong, positive relationship with your dog, one delicious reward at a time. | Training Dogs with Food Rewards with Ed Frawley
Conditioning Your Puppy To Grooming And Handling

3 minutes

Teaching our dogs to accept being handled is such an important thing for them to learn. It makes going to the vet or groomer a simple task rather than a stressful fight. We use the exact same marker concepts to check the dog's teeth, look in his ears, grab his collar and brush him. We break the task into small parts and mark/reward each step along the way. In the short video below you will watch Cindy handle Meru using markers. This only needs to take a couple of minutes every day for the dog to accept being handled. This is something we will do for many months. | KLIMB Dog Training Platform & Agility System | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months
Getxent K9 Odor Training Kit

13 minutes

When it comes to K9 detection training, it can be dangerous and hazardous for dog trainers to handle volatile materials such as Fentanyl and many explosives. Leerburg has worked with Getxent's patented technology to create our K9 Odor Training Kit. The kit has been designed by Ed Frawley to take the risk of working with these dangerous agents our dogs are expected to locate. The Getxent tube is an innovative polymer tube that can absorb and emit odors. It can also simulate a large quantity of your target scent. To absorb odors, simply place the target sample and the Getxent tube in an airtight container for a select amount of time. The chart below is an example that shows the duration required to simulate large quantities based on exposure to 1kg of target sample in an airtight container. | Getxent K9 Odor Training Kit | Getxent Tube in Glass Bottle | Getxent Magnetic Odor Box | Revolutionize Your Dog's Scent Detection Training with Getxent
The Power of Training Dogs With Markers - Version 2024

11 minutes

This online course was released in 2024. This course goes into much more detail not only on how to learn markers but also how to apply them in behavior creation. In 2008 Ed Frawley, the owner of Leerburg, released his first DVD on the subject of Marker training. That material and more was turned into an online course in 2015. That course is being redone and updated with additional training material and is being released in late 2023 or early 2024. | The Power of Training Dogs with Markers
Things To Consider Before Correcting A Dog For Not Coming

5 minutes

This Q&A came from Ed Frawley's 2024 new online course - Train Your Dog to COME When Called. Teaching our dog a reliable recall is the most important behavior we can teach our dog. The recall is a behavior that can save our dog's life. This course has 64 instructor content videos and is over 6 hours long. If you have a recall problem and want to take the time to learn how to train a reliable recall this course will teach you how to do it. | Train Your Dog To Come When Called
Dog Only Comes To Me When She Has A Long Line

7 minutes

This Q&A came from Ed Frawley's 2024 new online course - Train Your Dog to COME When Called. Teaching our dog a reliable recall is the most important behavior we can teach our dog. The recall is a behavior that can save our dog's life. This course has 64 instructor content videos and is over 6 hours long. If you have a recall problem and want to take the time to learn how to train a reliable recall this course will teach you how to do it. | Train Your Dog To Come When Called
My Dog Doesn't Sit Straight When I Call Him

4 minutes

This Q&A came from Ed Frawley's 2024 new online course - Train Your Dog to COME When Called. Teaching our dog a reliable recall is the most important behavior we can teach our dog. The recall is a behavior that can save our dog's life. This course has 64 instructor content videos and is over 6 hours long. If you have a recall problem and want to take the time to learn how to train a reliable recall this course will teach you how to do it. | Train Your Dog To Come When Called
My Puppy Won't Come To Me When I Play With Him In The Yard

6 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a owner that has a puppy who plays in the yard and doesn't recall back to the owner when the puppy has a ball in its mouth. | Train Your Dog To Come When Called
Ed Frawley's New Online Course: Training Your Dog To Come When Called

5 minutes

Teaching our dog a reliable recall is the most important behavior we can teach our dog. The recall is a behavior that can save our dog's life. This course has 93 videos and is over 6 hours long. If you have a recall problem and want to take the time to learn how to train a reliable recall this course will teach you how to do it. Ed Frawley has been producing dog training videos since 1982. | Train Your Dog To Come When Called
Puppy Potty Trials: Overcoming The Struggle

10 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a dog owner who needs to establish a potty schedule with their 5-month-old Dachshund. This is so that the Dachshund can stop going to the bathroom inside their home. | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home | Fresh Patch
Avoiding Common Mistakes In Reward Based Training

11 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a dog trainer who wants to know what are the schedules for reward based training on a dog. They are wondering if there are any certain commands are better than the clicker. | Reward Markers with Michael Ellis | 2023 Three Day Seminar with Michael Ellis | The Power Of Training Dogs With Markers | The Power Of Training Dogs With Your Food
In Reward Based Training Is Telling A Dog No An Aversive?

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a Chinese Tibetan Mastiff that has become seriously aggressive and the owner is asking about potentially removing the dog's teeth to mitigate damage from getting dog bit. | The Power Of Training Dogs With Markers | The Power Of Training Dogs With Your Food | The Power of Playing Tug With Your Dog | Reward Markers with Michael Ellis
My Dog Needs A Treadmill!

6 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who wants to get a treadmill for their 14-month-old Dutch/Belgian Shepherd but doesn't know the correct size to get for her. | Intermediate Dog Obedience | Basic Dog Obedience | Remote Collar Training for the Pet Owner
Is A Prong Collar OK To Use In Freezing Weather?

6 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who lives in Canada where it can get around negative 50 degrees and when taking the dogs out it can be a challenge. The owner was wondering if they should use a prong collar in the winter. | Dominant Dog Collar | Dogtra 280C E-collar | Remote Collar Training for the Pet Owner
Can You Suggest A Tug Toy For My Dog?

6 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who has a 8-month-old German Shepherd and wants to get suggestions on which tug to get to play with the German Shepherd. | The Power Of Training Dogs With Your Food | Basic Dog Obedience | Leerburg Training Sweatshirt | Leerburg's Everyday Training Vest
How Do I Get My Puppy To Sleep Longer?

8 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who has an 11-week-old puppy that wakes up at 4 am every day and disturbs the owner's sleep. The owner doesn't like this type of behavior and wants to know what things can be done to prevent this from happening. | Your Puppy 8 Weeks To 12 Months | Housebreaking 101 with Mark Keating
My Dog Chews Wires!

8 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about Pitbull that chews up wires and toys whenever she gets the chance. The owner thinks this is a oral fixation but Cindy says it could be something else. | The Power Of Training Dogs With Markers | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home | The Power of Training Dogs with Markers | From the Rescue to the Home | Dog Bite and Dog Attack Photos
My Husky Growls At My Toddler!

7 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about Husky that is 7 1/2 years old and is a very obedient and well-mannered dog. She also has had reward-based training and a CGC. The big thing that the Husky does is that she will growl and stare the owner's toddler down making it seem like her prey. | Dog Bite and Dog Attack Photos | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs | Basic Dog Obedience
Should My Female Have Her Puppies In The Kennel Or the House?

6 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who has a 14 week old German Shepherd that they are raising to become a Schutzhund competition dog. The owner wants to know is it important for you dog to socialize with other dogs. | Whelping Puppies | How To Artificially Inseminate Your Dog | How To Tattoo Your Puppy | Your Puppy 8 Weeks To 12 Months
My Neighbor's Dog Attacked My Puppy

7 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a person who reported to the township about their neighbor's dog being too aggressive and has gotten to the point where the neighbor's dog attacked their puppy.| Dealing With Dominant And Aggressive Dogs | Managing Dogs In The Home
Is It That Important To Socialize My Puppy?

13 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who has a 14-week-old German Shepherd that they are raising to become a Schutzhund competition dog. The owner wants to know is it important for you dog to socialize with other dogs. | Raising Your Puppy With Michael Ellis | Your Puppy 8 Weeks To 12 Months | Intermediate Dog Obedience | The Power Of Training Dogs With Markers | The Power Of Training Dogs With Your Food | Basic Dog Obedience | The Power of Playing Tug With Your Dog
Where Should I Potty My New Puppy When Traveling?

4 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who is about to pick up a puppy 4 hours from where they live. They have to worry about potty scheduled for the new puppy when driving back home. | Raising Your Puppy With Michael Ellis | Your Puppy 8 Weeks To 12 Months
Our Dog Submissively Pees When Corrected

14 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who has a week-old German Shepherd and every time the owner try to correct the puppy, he begins to pee inside the house on the floor. And is also chewing up his toys. | Managing Dogs In The Home | Your Puppy 8 Weeks To 12 Months | Basic Dog Obedience
My Female Dog Lifts Her Leg to Pee!

3 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 3-year-old female GSD who raises her leg every time she pees. The owner doesn't know the cause of this and wants to make sure their isn't anything wrong with her. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course
My Rescue Won't Come to Me Unless I Have Food/Toys

10 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a owner who has a 2-year-old Dachshund/Beagle mix that only recalls back to the owner when they only have a treat. The owner wants to fix this behavior to fix her recall. | Training The Recall | Remote Collar Training for the Pet Owner with Ed Frawley | The Power Of Training Dogs With Food
My Dog is Spitting Up Training Treats

5 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a owner who has a one year old German shepherd that is very well trained, but every time the dog eats a treat he pukes out the treats and eats it back up. | The Power Of Training Dogs With Food
My Puppy Hates His Collar and Leash!

12 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a owner who has a 15-week Welsh Terrier and they are having a hard time bonding with the Terrier. The owner wants to know what steps they can take to create a stronger bond. | 3/8 inch No Handle/Drag Leash | Your Puppy 8 weeks To 12 Months | Developing A Relationship With Your Dog | Raising Your Puppy
I Want To Be A Dog Breeder

8 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a dog trainer that wants to breed dogs for the future and they want to know what are the tips to start and keep a dog breeding facility. | Whelping Puppies | How To Artificially Inseminate Your Dog | How To Tattoo Your Puppy
My Throws a Fit in His Crate

9 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 4 month old Doberman that throws a fit each time the dog is in his cage and wants to be let out. The owner wants to know how they can change this kind of behavior in the future. | Managing Dogs In The Home | Raising Your Puppy | Your Puppy 8 Weeks To 12 Months | PUPPY DEVELOPMENT
My Dog Bites The String And Not The Ball - When Playing Tug

11 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 14-month-old GSD that loves to play tug but one of the main problems that she has is that she often bites the string instead of the ball when playing tug. The owner wants to know what they can do to stop this habit from injuring her gums and teeth. | The Power of Playing Tug with Your Dog | Developing A Relationship With Your Dog with Michael Ellis | Finishing Work
Everyone Wants to Pet My Working Puppy!

9 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a owner that has a Belgian Malinois and the owners goal is the make the Malinois a search and rescue dog but the main problem she as is, people keep petting the puppy Malinois and not respecting her space. | K-9 Detector Dog Training | Puppy Socialization with Michael Ellis | Teaching Engagement Skills with Forrest Micke
My Dog Won't Stop Digging On Her Bed!

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a one year old Brittany that digs and scratches her bed for long periods of time. The dog does not rest and constantly scratches and digs on her bed. | How We Manage Dogs In Our Home | Basic Dog Obedience | Raising Your Puppy With Michael Ellis | Your Puppy 8 Weeks To 12 Months
What is Better For My Next AKC Competition Dog, Puppy or Adult?

7 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a owner who wants to know if she should get a puppy or adult dog as their next AKC competition dog. The owner wants to know what the best direction is to go from. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Leerburg Muzzles | Free with Purchase of Any Muzzle from Leerburg.com - Conditioning Your Dog to a Muzzle - Online Course | How To Measure Your Dog for a Muzzle | Many Vets Don't Deserve Your Respect or Your Business - Article
Does My Adult Dog Need To Socialize With Other Dogs?

11 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a owner who wants to know how much her German Shepherd should interact with her son's Golden Retriever. | How to Break Up a Dog Fight Without Getting Hurt - Video | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs | Michael Ellis on Developing a Relationship with Your Dog | Puppy Socialization with Michael Ellis | Raising Your Puppy with Michael Ellis
My Dog Lunges At Every Dog That Walks Past Us

12 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 12-month-old Beauceron that will pull on the leash and lunge towards other dogs when passing by every time the dog goes on a walk. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Basic Dog Obedience | Intermediate Dog Obedience | Dog Bite and Dog Attack Photos | Dog Parks: Why They Are A Bad Idea | Michael Ellis on Developing a Relationship with Your Dog
Our Puppy Bites Us!!!

5 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 4 month old puppy that has no bite inhibition and bites down really hard. The owner has gotten hurt and wants to make sure the puppy can control his bite inhibition. | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home by Ed Frawley | Developing A Relationship With Your Dog with Michael Ellis | Raising Your Puppy with Michael Ellis | PUPPY DEVELOPMENT
How Do I Get My German Shepherd To Stop Pooping At My Friend's House?

6 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 8-year-old German Shepherd who goes to the bathroom at the owner's friend's house whenever the owner goes on vacation. Is this a medical problem or a normal problem? | Intermediate Dog Obedience | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home - by Ed Frawley | Basic Dog Obedience
My Rescue Dog is Reactive

15 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a very reactive rescue dog that a owner has. The dog is reactive towards squirrels, birds, motorcycles, and even strangers riding bikes. The owner wants to know what measures they can take to get better at calming the dog down. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Leash Reactivity with Michael Ellis | Leerburg Muzzles | Free with Purchase of Any Muzzle from Leerburg.com - Conditioning Your Dog to a Muzzle - Online Course | How To Measure Your Dog for a Muzzle | Many Vets Don't Deserve Your Respect or Your Business - Article
Puppy Will Not Come When Called

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a owner who had a problem with her puppy when she tries to call him back. When the puppy has the ball, he doesn't listen and has a mind of his own. | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | Basic Dog Obedience | Leash Skills | Raising Your Puppy with Michael Ellis | Training the Recall
Help! Our 13th Month Old GSD Barks In The Car!

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 13-month-old GSD that barks in the car every time she goes on a car ride. The owners have a hard time driving in the car and want to stop this from happening on each car ride they go on with the GSD. | Basic Dog Obedience
Terrier Will Pickup PVC And Dowel But Not Dumbbell

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a Terrier that has been working on the retrieve for the past two months and has started from the very basic. He will pick up the PVC pipe and the dowel but he won't pick up the Dumbbell. The owner wants to know what she can do to fix the habit and make him pick up the dumbbell. | Training the Retrieve with Michael Ellis | Advanced Concepts in Motivation | | Leerburg Retrieve Starter Kit | Dumbbells
My Husky Is Frantic In The Crate When I Leave. How Can I Fix This?

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 8 month old Husky that has behavior issues when in the crate and left alone. The owner wants to know what they can do to stop the Husky from breaking out of the wired crate. | How to Stop Your Dog From Breaking Out of the Crate | Puppy Development Courses | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home -by Ed Frawley | Dog Crates
What Size Dog Bed Do I Get for a 10-Week-Old Puppy?

3 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who has a 10-week-old puppy and wants to know what is the perfect Kuranda size bed to get her pup. | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | Raising Your Puppy with Michael Ellis | PUPPY DEVELOPMENT | Kuranda Raised Dog Beds
5 Month Old Boston Terrier Bit My Mother Because She Wouldn't Let Her Jump On Couch

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a owner who has a 5 month old Boston Terrier and she bit the owner's mother because the terrier was jump on and off the couch and the mother was trying to stop her from doing that. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Basic Dog Obedience | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home - by Ed Frawley | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | Establishing Pack Structure with the Family Pet | Developing A Relationship With Your Dog with Michael Ellis
5 Year Old German Shepherd Too Old To Have Litter?

5 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a owner who has a 5 year old German Shepherd and was wondering if the German Shepherd is too old to have litters. | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home - by Ed Frawley | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | Raising Your Puppy with Michael Ellis | Puppy Socialization with Michael Ellis
6 Month Old Pup Loves To Chew On Sticks And Branches But Vomits Out Wood Chips

6 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 6 month old pup that loves to chew on sticks and branches but the main big thing that worries the owners is that the pup swallows pieces of the sticks and branches and later on vomits out pieces of wood chips. | Leerburg Foam Ball with BioThane Strap | Leerburg Foam Ball with Leather Strap | Leerburg Rubber Ball with Nylon Handle | Puller Ring | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | Developing A Relationship With Your Dog with Michael Ellis | Raising Your Puppy with Michael Ellis
6 Month Old Pup Loves To Chew On Sticks And Branches But Vomits Out Wood Chips

6 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 6 month old pup that loves to chew on sticks and branches but the main big thing that worries the owners is that the pup swallows pieces of the sticks and branches and later on vomits out pieces of wood chips. | Leerburg Foam Ball with BioThane Strap | Leerburg Foam Ball with Leather Strap | Leerburg Rubber Ball with Nylon Handle | Puller Ring | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | Developing A Relationship With Your Dog with Michael Ellis | Raising Your Puppy with Michael Ellis
How Do I Introduce My Adult Border Collie To A New Puppy?

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who plans to get a new puppy soon and wants to know what the steps are when introducing the puppy to her adult Border Collie so that there is no aggression between the two pets. | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home by Ed Frawley | Puppy Development Courses
17 Week Old Puppy Lunged At Our Toddler Three Times

12 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a owner who has a toddler and recently got a 17 week old puppy. The puppy seems to be lunging at the toddler and this has happened three times. The puppy has even gone for the toddlers face. | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | Raising Your Puppy with Michael Ellis | Developing A Relationship With Your Dog with Michael Ellis | Relationship Games | Engagement with Michael Ellis
My Terrier Is Possessive And Will Destroy Toys

10 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 15 month old Parson Russell Terrier is very possessive when he has a ball, frisbee, or tug. The owner wants to make sure what things she can do to fix this behavior. | Basic Dog Obedience | Intermediate Dog Obedience | The Power of Playing Tug with Your Dog | Advanced Concepts in Motivation | Relationship Games | Leerburg Foam Ball with Leather Strap | Leerburg Foam Ball with BioThane Strap
German Shepherd Gets Whiny When He Sees People Or Goes To A New Place

12 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 15 month old German Shepherd that whines every time he is taken to a new place or is meeting a stranger or a dog. The owner wants to know what steps they can take to stop this from happening. | Leerburg Foam Ball with Leather Strap | Puller Ring | Basic Dog Obedience | Intermediate Dog Obedience
How Do I Tell What Type Of Aggression My Two Dogs Are Showing?

11 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a two dogs who are showing aggression towards strangers, animals, or other dogs passing by. The owner wants to know what type of aggression the two dogs are showing. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | How to Break Up a Dog Fight Without Getting Hurt | Leash Reactivity
Puppy Has Umbilical Hernia, Would You Get That Puppy Or Not?

6 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a person who is about to get a puppy but the breeder has told the new owner that the puppy has an umbilical hernia. The owner is wondering if they should still get the puppy or not. | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | Raising Your Puppy with Michael Ellis
How Do I Teach My Pitbull To Play Nicely?

14 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 6-year-old Pitbull that plays very rough and likes to shake aggressively with her toys and always wants to run off. The owner wants to know what things they can do to teach the Pitbull not to do this kind of behavior anymore. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Puller Ring | Engagement Skills with Forrest Micke | The Power of Playing Tug with Your Dog | Developing A Relationship With Your Dog with Michael Ellis | From the Rescue to the Home
I Pushed My Puppy Off The Couch And She Stared At Me, Is This A Sign Of Dominance?

9 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who has a 5-month-old Malinois mix as a house pet and one day pushed the puppy off the couch. The puppy then stared back at the owner. The owner wants to know if this is a sign of dominance. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | Raising Your Puppy with Michael Ellis | RELATIONSHIP BUILDING AND ENGAGEMENT | Engagement with Michael Ellis | Establishing Pack Structure with the Family Pet
Can A Dog Bite Through A Cloth Muzzle Enough To Draw Blood?

6 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who has a dog that is a 13-year-old terrier that is blind and diabetic. The blind dog got into a situation with another that was wearing a cloth muzzle and bit the blind terrier. The terrier did have a couple of injuries. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Leerburg Muzzles | Free with Purchase of Any Muzzle from Leerburg.com - Conditioning Your Dog to a Muzzle - Online Course | How To Measure Your Dog for a Muzzle | Cloth Muzzles
How To Use A Pull Tab

15 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a three year old Rhodesian Ridgeback that is very reactive to most dogs on leash. The Rhodesian has been like this since she was 8 weeks old. The owner wants to know what she can do to stop her from doing this. | 6 inch Leerburg Leather Pull Tab | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months | Raising Your Puppy with Michael Ellis
My Rhodesian Ridgeback Is Very Reactive

15 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a three year old Rhodesian Ridgeback that is very reactive to most dogs on leash. The Rhodesian has been like this since she was 8 weeks old. The owner wants to know what she can do to stop her from doing this. | How To Measure Your Dog For A Muzzle | Conditioning Your Dog to a Muzzle | Dominant Dog Collar | Leash Reactivity with Michael Ellis | How To Measure Your Dog For A Muzzle
Our 4 Month Old Puppy Gets Us Up In The Middle Of The Night, What Can We Do?

6 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 4 month old puppy that gets the owners up in the middle of the night to get a drink or to use the bathroom outside. The owner is tired of this happening constantly and wants to have a schedule with this puppy. | How We Manage Dogs in Our Home by Ed Frawley - Online Course
My 9 Year Old Mutt Has Insecure Issues

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a owner who has a three year old dog that is scared when she hears gunfire. The owner wants to make sure what steps she can take to prevent her dog from being scared of gunfire in the future. | Engagement with Michael Ellis | Basic Dog Obedience
My Three Year Old dog Is Fearful Of Gunfire, Any Suggestions?

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a owner who has a three year old dog that is scared when she hears gunfire. The owner wants to make sure what steps she can take to prevent her dog from being scared of gunfire in the future. | Engagement with Michael Ellis | Basic Dog Obedience
How Do You Manage The Quantity Of Food Rewards For A Growing Puppy?

14 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a veterinary technician that has a solid foundation of canine behavior and has a puppy coming in three weeks. The vet wants to know what the amount of food rewards for a puppy is. | Raising Your Puppy with Michael Ellis | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months
7 Month Old Australian Shepherd Goes Crazy Biting My Long Line

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 7 month old Australian Shepherd that goes crazy when the owner brings out a long line, the owner wants to stop this behavior for the long term. | The Power of Playing Tug with Your Dog | The Power of Training Dogs with Food | Engagement with Michael Ellis
My Police Dog Tries To Bite Me In Painful Situations

7 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a Belgian Malinois who is a very skilled explosive detection dog. When the Malinois is in painful situations he shows signs of high aggression towards the owner. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Nylon Slip Collar | Dominant Dog Collar
My Young Rott Attacked The Vet. Will He Turn On Me One Day?

13 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a Rottweiler who attacked the vet and the hospital staff when the owner took him in to get neutered. He wonders if the Rottweiler is going to turn on him one day. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Leerburg Muzzles | Free with Purchase of Any Muzzle from Leerburg.com - Conditioning Your Dog to a Muzzle - Online Course | How To Measure Your Dog for a Muzzle | Many Vets Don't Deserve Your Respect or Your Business - Article
7 Month Old Australian Shepherd Goes Crazy Biting My Long Line

9 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who has a Malinois and is teaching it to work on leash pressure. But she stumbles upon a problem that she faces when doing leash pressure training. | Leash Reactivity with Michael Ellis | Leash Skills with Michael Ellis | Leash Skills with Michael Ellis DVD
I Am Having Problem In Training Leash Pressure To My Dog

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 7 month old Australian Shepherd that goes crazy when the owner brings out a long line, the owner wants to stop this behavior for the long term. | The Power of Playing Tug with Your Dog | The Power of Training Dogs with Food | Engagement with Michael Ellis
What Age Can We use An Ex-Pen For Our Dog?

7 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an 18-week-old puppy that is lunging and biting the owner. The owner is wondering which age is recommended for puppies to begin using an Ex-pen. | Living with Your Puppy - Establishing Pack Structure | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months (2019)
Away From Home My Dog is Extremely Nervous

11 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 18-month-old German Shepherd that struggles to focus when away from home, every noise or movement distracts her and she is overwhelmed by the environment. | Developing A Relationship With Your Dog with Michael Ellis | Teaching Engagement Skills | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course
Trip To Dog Park Goes Bad!

9 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about an owner who has a European Doberman, female, 1 year-old. They went to the dog park and things had an unexpected turn of events. The owner wants to make sure what are the necessary measures to make sure this doesn't happen again. | Dog Parks: Why they are a bad idea | Dog Bite and Dog Attack Photos | Dealing with Dom & Agg Dogs | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course
Question on Training My Puppy For Search & Rescue

14 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a Chinese Tibetan Mastiff that has become seriously aggressive and the owner is asking about potentially removing the dog's teeth to mitigate damage from getting dog bit. | Training Tracking Dogs for Police S&R | Track Laying for Police Tracking Dogs | Urban and Suburban Tracking | Hard Surface Tracking | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course
Ed Frawley Talks with Joaquim Dovat: A Worldclass Mondioring Decoy (Full Podcast)

1 Hour, 16 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley interviews Joaquim Dovat, a training decoy from Switzerland. In this full length podcast Joaquim and Ed discuss the military, how Joaquim got started in decoy and dog training work, and Joaquim's extensive resume and experience working as a Worldclass Mondioring Decoy. Joaquim is currently staying in Las Vegas, Nevada, and does decoy-based seminars all over the United States. | Joaquim Dovat - K9 Trainer for Mondioring - IPO/Schutzhund - French Ring - Seminars + Workshops Worldwide - Facebook | Instagram | Email: jdovat@gmail.com
An Example of Why Some Want To Outlaw Remote Collars In Dog Training

9 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a dog who has a bad relationship with its caretaker, who has started using a shock collar on a dog who is already starting to show aggression. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation. | Developing a Relationship with Your Dog by Michael Ellis - Online Course | The Power of Training Dogs with Markers by Ed Frawley - Online Course | The Power of Training Dogs with Food by Michael Ellis - Online Course | Teaching Engagement Skills by Forrest Micke - Online Course | Remote Collar Training for the Pet Owner by Ed Frawley - Online Course | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | How To Measure Your Dog for a Muzzle | Leerburg Muzzles | Free with Purchase of Any Muzzle from Leerburg.com - Conditioning Your Dog to a Muzzle - Online Course
My 16-Month Lab Just Bit Through His 2nd Leash in 2 Weeks

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 16-month-old black lab who was biting and chewing through his leashes when he got excited on walks. Ed shares his opinion and feedback on the situation. | Foam Ball with Leather Strap | Rope Toys | Training the Recall by Michael Ellis - Online Course | Remote Collar Training For the Pet Owner by Ed Frawley - Online Course
This Professional Dog Trainer Needs To Be Fired

9 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about the concerning behavior of a professional dog trainer that was hired to work with a young GSD. Ed gives his feedback and opinion on the situation. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Remote Collar Training For the Pet Owner by Ed Frawley - Online Course
My 3-Month-Old Blue Heeler is Attacking Me & My Son

9 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 3-month-old blue heeler puppy that likes to bite and nip when it gets excited. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation. | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months by Ed Frawley | Raising Your Puppy by Michael Ellis | Living with Your Puppy: Establishing Pack Structure by Ed Frawley | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course
My Puppy Gets Wild Just Before Bed Time

7 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a young Malinois puppy who tends to riled up just before bedtime. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation. | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months by Ed Frawley | Raising Your Puppy by Michael Ellis | Living with Your Puppy: Establishing Pack Structure by Ed Frawley | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course
We Have An Aggressive Dog. Should We Pull All Of His Teeth?

5 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a Chinese Tibetan Mastiff that has become seriously aggressive and the owner is asking about potentially removing the dog's teeth to mitigate damage from getting dog bit. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Leerburg Muzzles | Free with Purchase of Any Muzzle from Leerburg.com - Conditioning Your Dog to a Muzzle - Online Course | How To Measure Your Dog for a Muzzle | Many Vets Don't Deserve Your Respect or Your Business - Article
We Are Getting An 8-Week-Old Puppy. Which Videos Should We Get First?

5 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is from a couple who are getting their first puppy. They asked Ed and Cindy for recommendations on which training videos they should start with. Ed gives his feedback and opinion. | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months by Ed Frawley - Online Course | Raising Your Puppy by Michael Ellis - Online Course | Housebreaking 101 by Mark Keating - Online Course | Living with Your Puppy: Establishing Pack Structure by Ed Frawley - DVD & Stream Only | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course
Can I Use An E-Collar On A Sheep Herding Puppy For Corrections?

6 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a young sheep-herding puppy who hasn't been trained yet. The handler is inquiring about adding an e-collar to correct the puppy when told no or not to do something. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation.
My German Shepherd Has Started Resource Guarding His Food

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from Ask Cindy. Today's question is about a young German Shepherd that is showing some resource guarding tendencies around his food and crate. Ed gives his feedback and opinion on the situation. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Developing A Relationship With Your Dog by Michael Ellis - Online Course | Relationship Games by Mark Keating - Online Course | The Power of Training Dogs with Markers by Ed Frawley - Online Course | Impulse Control and Distractions - Free Video | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course
Thank You For Helping Me With My 10-Month-Old Rescued German Shepherd

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a thank you letter from a satisfied Leerburg customer who had rescued a 10-month-old German Shepherd who had come from a serious neglect situation. |Establishing Pack Structure with the Family Pet | Leash Reactivity with Michael Ellis - Online Course | Loose Leash Reactivity with Tyler - Online Course | Leerburg Leashes | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course
My Lab Is Gaining Weight From My Food Rewards

8 minutes

In this episode,Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a dog who has been putting on weight from the use of food rewards in addition to his regular meals. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months - Online Course | Preventing Dog Bites in Children - Article | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course
My 4-Month-Old Puppy Has Started Resource Guarding

9 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a young puppy who has started to show some resource-guarding tendencies. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course| Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months - Online Course | Raising Your Puppy by Michael Ellis - Online Course | Leerburg Leashes | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course
Should I Neuter My 1-Year-Old Malinois To Prevent Aggression?

7 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about neutering a maturing Malinois that is showing early signs of aggression. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Neutering Male Dogs: Should You or Shouldn't You - Article
My Son's 3-Year-Old Dog Bit Me and I Needed Stitches

10 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a woman who takes care of her son's dog occasionally and she has recently been bit by the dog and needed stitches. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation. // This clip comes from Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course. This course has over 200 short videos and 20 hours of content. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Dog Parks: Why They Are A Bad Idea - Article | Leerburg Muzzles | How to Size Your Dog's Muzzle - Article | Free with Purchase of Any Muzzle from Leerburg.com - Conditioning Your Dog to a Muzzle - Online Cours | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course
Our Dog Has Started To Try And Bite Strangers

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 8-month-old Great Dane that is starting to show some signs of aggression towards men. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation. // This video comes from Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course. This course has over 200 short videos and 20 hours of content. |Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Leerburg Muzzles | Free with Purchase of Any Muzzle from Leerburg.com - Conditioning Your Dog to a Muzzle - Online Course | The Power of Training Dogs with Food by Michael Ellis - Online Course | Teaching Engagement Skills by Forrest Micke - Online Course | Developing A Relationship With Your Dog by Michael Ellis - Online Course | Leash Reactivity with Michael Ellis - Online Course | Leash Reactivity with Tyler Muto - Online Course
My Two 3-Year-Old Dogs Attacked My New 15-Month-Old Female GSD

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about bringing in a new female dog to the pack for breeding purposes and dog fights are breaking out instead. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation. // This video comes from Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course. This course has over 200 short videos and 20 hours of content. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Developing A Relationship With Your Dog by Michael Ellis - Online Course | Introducing a New Dog into a Home with Other Dogs - Article | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course
How Can I Calm Our 7-Month-Old Dog Down In The House?

9 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a growing puppy who tends to get a little excited in the house. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation. // This video comes from Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course. This course has over 200 short videos and 20 hours of content. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months - Online Course | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course | Dog Parks: Why They Are A Bad Idea
Our Puppy Started Growling At My Son When They Play

11 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a young puppy who tends to growl and puppy bite when playing with kids. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months - Online Course | Preventing Dog Bites in Children - Article | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course
Our Dogs Are Killing Deer and Fighting Over Carcasses

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a pack of dogs given free rein in the mountains that have started to kill and fight over wildlife. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course
When To Stop Using Food Rewards in Dog Training

17 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley discusses using food rewards in dog training. Some people believe you should never train with food because if you are ever in a situation without food your dog won't listen to you. Ed addresses this claim in the video and explains how to manage your reward schedule so your dog doesn't become conditioned to that way of thinking and behaving. | The Power of Training Dogs with Food by Michael Ellis - Online Course | When to Stop Using Food Rewards in Dog Training - Article
My Dog Growled At A Friend Who Tried To Take A Pig's Ear Away

6 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on the management and socialization of a 1-year-old Boston Terrier that growled at the owner's friend when they tried to take a pig's ear away from the dog. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation. // This clip comes from Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course. This course has over 200 short videos and 20 hours of content. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | How to Socialize Your New Puppy - Article
Is My 5-Year-Old Aggressive Dog Too Old To Retrain?

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on an older dog that has developed some resource guarding and aggression issues and the owner wants to know if the dog is too old to be retrained. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation. // This clip comes from Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course. This course has over 200 short videos and 20 hours of content. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course
We Could Not Break Up A Dog Fight Between Our 2 Dogs

10 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from his new online course: Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs. This course is packed full with over 200 short videos and 20 hours of content. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | How to Break Up a Dog Fight Without Getting Hurt - Article
What To Do When An Off Leash Dog Comes At Your Dogs

7 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley discusses how he handles off-leash dogs coming towards his dogs. This video came from Leerburg's New Online Course: Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs. This online course was made available Wednesday, April 5, 2023. This course has over 200 short videos. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course
Dealing with Dominant And Aggressive Dogs

9 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley discusses his new online course: Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs. This online course was made available Wednesday, April 5, 2023. This course has over 200 short videos and 20 hours of content. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Dog Parks: Why They Are A Bad Idea - Article | How to Break Up a Dog Fight Without Getting Hurt - Article | Emails About Dog Bites & Dog Attacks - Article
We Try Playing Dead When Our Puppy Bites Us

12 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on puppy biting behaviors. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation. This video clip came from Leerburg's New Online Course, Dealing with Dominant and Aggressive Dogs. This online course is now available Wednesday, April 5, 2023. This course has over 20 hours of content, made up of over 200 short videos.| Dealing with Dominant and Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | FREE - From The Rescue To The Home with JJ Belcher - Online Course | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months by Ed Frawley- Online Course | Raising Your Puppy by Michael Ellis - Online Course
Our Vet Wants Us To Remove Our Dog's Canine Teeth to Solve A Dog Aggression Problem

10 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on a dog that experienced a significant behavior change that resulted in a child being bitten in the face unexpectedly. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation. This video clip came from Leerburg's New Online Course, Dealing with Dominant and Aggressive Dogs. This online course is now available Wednesday, April 5, 2023. This course has over 200 short videos. | Dealing with Dominant and Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course | Many Vets Don't Deserve Your Respect or Your Business - Article | Muzzles | How To Measure Your Dog for a Muzzle | FREE with Purchase of Any Muzzle from Leerburg - Conditioning Your Dog to a Muzzle - Online Course | Dog Crates
I Alpha Roll Our Puppy When It Gets Too Excited

10 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley discusses an email question that came from his new online course: Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs. This online course will be available Wednesday, April 5, 2023. This course has over 200 short videos. Today's question focuses on a new dog owner that has been alpha-rolling her puppy in an attempt to earn the puppy's respect. Ed responds to this question with his feelings on alpha rolling and what you can do instead to improve the management of a high-energy puppy. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Building A Relationship With Your Dog by Michael Ellis - Online Course
Leerburg's New Course: Dealing with Dominant and Aggressive Dogs

17 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley discusses his new online course: Dealing with Dominant and Aggressive Dogs. This online course will be available Wednesday, April 5, 2023. This course has over 200 short videos. | Dealing with Dominant and Aggressive Dogs - Online Course | Rotts Kill Boy - The Sabine Davidson Trial
When to Fire Your Dog's Vet

10 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on how a vet handled a dog and the advice they gave to this dog owner. | Many Vets Don't Deserve Your Respect or Your Business - Article | When to Fire Your Dog's Vet
My Dog Bit My Niece In The Face. She Needed Surgery.

11 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on a dog that experienced a significant behavior change that resulted in a child being bitten in the face unexpectedly. Ed gives his opinion and feedback on the situation. | Many Vets Don't Deserve Your Respect or Your Business - Article | When to Fire Your Dog's Vet
My Dog Bit Me And I Have Been In Bed Recovering For A Week

9 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question tells the story of someone trying to break up a dog fight and suffering serious injuries as result. | Warning Graphic Photos Dog Bite and Dog Attack Photos | Video - How to Break Up A Dog Fight
Our Neighbor's Dog Ran Through Our Invisible Fence and Attacked Our Dog

6 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a dog that ran onto a neighbor's property through an invisible fence and attacked another dog. Ed gives his opinions on invisible fences and why he doesn't like them. | Warning Graphic Photos Dog Bite and Dog Attack Photos
My Mom's New Dog Had Been Chained To A Tree For 5 Years

7 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question tells a story of a dog who was chained up for the first 5 years of its life and how it was being managed under its new owner. | FREE - From the Rescue To The Home with JJ Belcher - Online Course
My New Rescue Dog Attacked My Girlfriend

10 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on aggression in a dog that was rescued from a bad situation. Here, Ed will discuss some management techniques to use with a newly adopted rescue dog. | Dog Crates | FREE - From The Rescue To The Home - Online Course | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course | Muzzles | How To Measure Your Dog for a Muzzle | FREE with Purchase of Any Muzzle from Leerburg | Conditioning Your Dog to a Muzzle -Online Course
I Need to Euthanize My Aggressive Dog This Week

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is from the upcoming Dealing with Dominant and Aggressive Dogs - Online Course. | Dealing with Dominant & Aggressive Dogs - Online Course - Coming Soon! | Dog Crates | Muzzles | How To Measure Your Dog for a Muzzle | FREE with Purchase of Any Muzzle from Leerburg | Conditioning Your Dog to a Muzzle -Online Course
Our Rescue Dog Bit Me In The Face

10 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on reactive and aggressive rescue dogs and how to properly manage a new rescue dog in the home. | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course | FREE - From The Rescue To The Home - Online Course | Kuranda Beds | Leashes | Muzzles | How To Measure Your Dog for a Muzzle - Video | FREE with Purchase of Any Muzzle from Leerburg | Conditioning Your Dog to a Muzzle -Online Course | Dog Crates
I'm Getting Mixed Feedback from Different Trainers. Can You Weigh In?

9 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on some feedback this person got from different trainers and was looking for another trusted opinion. | Engagement Skills with Forrest Micke - Online Course | The Power of Training Dogs with Food with Michael Ellis - Online Course | The Power of Playing Tug with Your Dog with Michael Ellis - Online Course | Engagement with Michael Ellis - Online Course | Advanced Concepts in Motivation with Michael Ellis - Online Course | Reinforcement Schedules with Michael Ellis - Online Course | Toys
My Cockapoo Bit Off The Tip of My Grandson's Nose - What Should I Do?

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on a cockapoo (Cocker Spaniel & Poodle Mix) who has developed a bad habit of biting people and the owner is torn on what to do. | Preventing Dog Bites in Children - Article | FREE Course - How We Manage Dogs in Our Home by Ed Frawley
My Dog Bit Someone At Work Today and I Don’t Know Why

7 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on managing a dog in an uncontrollable environment. | Dog Crates | Leerburg Muzzles | FREE Conditioning Your Dog To a Muzzle - Online Course with purchase of any muzzle from Leerburg| FREE How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course
My 2 Pitbulls Killed Our Boxer While We Were Out

11 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on having multiple dogs in the home and when to decide when to put a dog to sleep due to aggression and bite history. | Dog Crates | Leerburg Muzzles | FREE Conditioning Your Dog To a Muzzle - Online Course with purchase of any muzzle from Leerburg| FREE How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course
My 6-Month-Old German Shepherd is Leash Reactive

10 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on a leash reactive German Shepherd puppy and some suggestions on how to handle it. | Leash Reactivity with Tyler Muto - Online Course | Puppy Socialization with Michael Ellis - Online Course | How to Socialize Your New Puppy - Article | Training Treats & Bait Bags | Dog Parks: Why They Are A Bad Idea - Article | Engagement Skills with Forrest Micke - Online Course | Engagement with Michael Ellis - Online Course | The Power of Training Dogs with Food with Michael Ellis - Online Course | The Power of Training Dogs with Markers with Ed Frawley - Online Course
Too Much Obedience For A 6-Month-Old Puppy

11 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on puppy obedience and owner expectations versus reality. | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months by Ed Frawley - Online Course | Raising Your Puppy by Michael Ellis - Online Course | The Power of Training Dogs with Markers - Online Course | Michael Ellis on Developing a Relationship with Your Dog - Online Course | FREE - How We Manage Dogs in Our Home -Online Course | The Power of Training Dogs with Markers - Article | Raised Kuranda Beds
My 8-Week-Old Beagle Bites So Hard We Bleed

9 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on puppy biting and the management of an 8-week-old beagle. | Raising Your Puppy by Michael Ellis - Online Course | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months by Ed Frawley - Online Course | Michael Ellis on Developing a Relationship With Your Dog - Online Course
My Dog Has Killed 4 Cats - What Can I Do?

8 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a dog with predatory aggression that likes to go after cats.
My 4-Month-Old Puppy Barks During Training - How Can I Fix This?

10 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on puppies, specifically what to do when your puppy starts to develop a habit of barking during training sessions. | Teaching the Quiet with Jim Closson - Video Clip | Your Gun Dog Puppy by Jim Closson - Online Course
My 5-Month-Old Puppy Likes to Bite Me When I Tell Him 'No'

7 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on puppies, specifically how to deal with a defiant puppy who likes to bite. | Training Puppies Not to Bite - Article | The Art of Redirecting a Puppy - Article | Raising Your Puppy by Michael Ellis - Online Course | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months by Ed Frawley - Online Course | FREE - How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - Online Course | Michael Ellis on Developing a Relationship with Your Dog - Online Course | Leerburg Long Lines
Principles of Dog Training 1 (Interactive Course) Explained by Ed Frawley

13 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley explains how the Principles of Dog Training 1 Interactive Online Course taught by Michael Ellis class works and what you should expect. This course is 16 weeks long, comprising of 14 modules with weekly live chats, homework, and personalized feedback from Michael and his instructors. Current 2023 class starts February 27, 2023. Limited Spots Available. | Enroll Today
Can you explain the difference between charge the mark and teaching a dog it's name?

13 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on what charging the mark means and how that is used differently than teaching your dog its name through the use of food rewards. | Links mentioned: Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months by Ed Frawley - Online Course | The Power of Training Dogs with Markers - Article | Training the Recall by Michael Ellis - Online Course | Leerburg Leashes | The Power of Training Dogs with Markers by Ed Frawley - Online Course | The Problem with All Positive Dog Training - Article
My 1-Year-Old Bullmastiff Wants to Kill Our Neighbor's Dog

15 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on a large breed dog displaying aggression towards a neighbor's dog and what can be done to manage the aggression. | Links mentioned: Emails about Dog Bites & Dog Attacks - Article | How to Break Up a Dog Fight Without Getting Hurt - Article | How to Break Up a Dog Fight Without Getting Hurt - Video | Leerburg Slip Collars | Ed Frawley's 10 Rules for Using a Remote Collar - Video
My Blue Heeler Puppy Likes to Bite My Pant Legs

8 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on heeler puppies who are bitey and a bit more mouthy than other breeds typically are due to their genetics. | Links mentioned: Raising Your Puppy by Michael Ellis - Online Course | Food Chase Games - Online Course | Training Treats and Bait Bags
My Puppy is Struggling with Engagement When I Try to Add Cues

16 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on adding verbal cues to behaviors and maintaining engagement when training with your puppy. | Links mentioned: Sustained Engagement is Not Easy - Article | The Power of Training Dogs with Food by Michael Ellis - Online Course | The Power of Training Dogs with Markers - Article | Reinforcement Schedules by Michael Ellis - Online Course | Food Chase Games by Michael Ellis - Online Course | Building Motivation by Michael Ellis - Online Course | Engagement Skills by Forrest Micke - Online Course | Training Treats & Bait Bags | About Us
10-Month-Old Border Collie is More Interested in Other Dogs Than Me

15 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on engagement with a young, but a maturing puppy. This question asks how to improve engagement around other dogs. | Links Mentioned: Engagement Skills with Forrest Micke - Online Course | Training the Recall with Michael Ellis - Online Course | Leerburg Long Lines | Why Dog Parks are a Bad Idea - Article | The Power of Training Dogs with Food with Michael Ellis - Online Course | The Power of Playing Tug with Your Dog with Michael Ellis - Online Course | Advanced Concepts in Motivation with Michael Ellis - Online Course | Training Treats & Bait Bags
My Vet Wants Me to Spay My Female - Should I?

6 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on whether or not you should spay or neuter your dog based on your Vet's recommendation. | My Vet Wants me to Spay My Female - Should I? - Article | Many Vets Don't Deserve Your Respect or Your Business - Article
My 12-Week-Old Lab Puppy Won't Play Tug with Me

5 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on puppies, specifically a young lab who struggles with spatial pressure when playing tug with its owner. | Leerburg Leashes | Leerburg Tugs | Raising Your Puppy by Michael Ellis - Online Course | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months by Ed Frawley - Online Course
One of Our Red Heelers is Trying to Kill Our Hunting Beagles

5 minutes

In this video, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on dog-aggressive dogs, specifically a Red Heeler who has a problem with a pack of Hunting Beagles. | My Dog is Dog Aggressive: What Can I Do About It? - Article | How to Break Up A Dog Fight Without Getting Hurt - Article | How to Break Up A Dog Fight Without Getting Hurt - Video | Leerburg Long Lines | Remote Collars
My Imported Doberman is Very Dog Aggressive and Reactive to His Own Reflection

11 minutes

Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on reactive and dog-aggressive dogs. This question is asking specifically about a dog who reacts to his own reflection. | Article - My Dog Eats Rocks & Socks - What to Do? | FREE - From the Rescue to The Home with JJ Belcher - Online Course | FREE - How We Manage Dogs in Our Home with Ed Frawley - Online Course | Michael Ellis on Developing A Relationship With Your Dog - Online Course | Training Treats & Bait Bags | The Power of Training Dogs with Food with Michael Ellis - Online Course | Engagement Skills with Forrest Micke - Online Course | Engagement with Michael Ellis - Micro Course | Sustained Engagement is Not Easy - Article | Herbsmith July Third
My Dog Eats Rocks & Socks - How Do I Stop It?

13 minutes

Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on dogs who like to eat unsafe things like rocks and socks. | Article - My Dog Eats Rocks & Socks - What to Do? | JAFCO Conditioning Muzzle | Training Treats & Bait Bags | Leerburg Muzzles | Measuring Your Dog For a Muzzle | Free with Purchase of Any Muzzle from Leerburg - Conditioning Your Dog to a Muzzle - Online Course | Remote Collars
Teaching a Puppy Its Name and How To Stop Biting

6 minutes

Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on puppies, specifically teaching the puppy its name and how to stop puppy biting. | Training Puppies Not to Bite - Article | The Art of Redirecting a Puppy - Article | Raising Your Puppy by Michael Ellis - Online Course | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months by Ed Frawley - Online Course | The Power of Training Dogs with Markers - Article | Training Treats & Bait Bags
My Dog Growls When I Get Near His Food Bowl

6 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question focuses on dogs who resource guard their food bowls. | Shop Leerburg Dishes & Bowls | Free Online Course - How We Manage Dogs in Our Home
Little Kids Interacting with Dogs and Puppies

12 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley, a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about allowing little kids to have access and interact with your dog, especially in an unsupervised fashion. | Preventing Dog Bites in Children - Article | Emails About Dog Bites and Dog Attacks - Article-Graphic Content Warning | Establishing Pack Structure with the Family Pet - DVD/STR | Raising a Puppy in a Household with Kids - Online Course | Dogs to Diapers - Online Course | How We Manage Dogs In Our Home - FREE - Online Micro Course
Ed Frawley on The Power of Marker Training and Management for New Dog Handlers

11 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley, shares a couple of questions from the Ask Cindy database. Today's questions focus on the use of proper markers and management for new dog owners. | Question 1: The Power of Training Dogs with Food by Michael Ellis - Online Course The Power of Training Dogs with Markers by Ed Frawley - Online Course The Power of Training Dogs with Markers - Article Measuring Your Dog For a Muzzle Video Reward Markers with Michae Ellis - Online Micro Course | Question 2: Free - Online Course - How We Manage Dogs in Our Home by Ed Frawley
Ed Frawley on Puppies That Pull and People Who Want to Pet Your Dog

6 minutes

In this clip, Ed Frawley will be answering some common questions submitted to Ask Cindy. The first question is about how to prevent strangers from coming up and petting your dog without permission and the second question is about puppies who pull on-leash when wearing a harness. | Question 1: Vests with Patches Embroidered Patch Collar Shop Leerburg Muzzles Measuring Your Dog For a Muzzle Video Conditioning Your Dog to a Muzzle - Online Course | Question 2: Loose Leash Walking with Tyler Muto - Online Course
How To Become A Professional Dog Trainer by Ed Frawley

30 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley, founder of Leerburg, will be discussing some things you should know if you aspire to be a professional dog trainer. These things include deciding your services, how to market yourself, and to never stop learning.
Ed Frawley on Superstitious Associations with Remote Collars

16 minutes

In this episode, Ed shares a QA from Ask Cindy about superstitious associations in regard to using a remote collar in training. Ed discusses what superstitious associations are, how to use them, and why you should avoid creating them through the improper use of a remote collar. | There is a movement gaining traction in San Francisco, California as well as New York State, and various other countries, to ban the use of electronic collars in dog training. We recognize that this is a controversial and emotionally charged subject. As professional dog trainers who promote the ethical and humane application of appropriate training tools we strongly oppose this proposition. | Help us stop the ban on remote collars by signing this petition | Links from Podcast:Michael Ellis on Superstitious Associations in Remote Collar Training | Ed Frawley's 10 Rules for A Remote Collar | Recommended Courses:Michael Ellis on Developing a Relationship with Your Dog (Online Course) | Focused Heeling with Michael Ellis (Online Course) | Loose Leash Walking with Tyler Muto (Online Course) | Learn How to Use an Electric Remote Collar:Remote Collar Training for the Pet Owner with Ed Frawley | The Electric Collar with Michael | Shop Electric Collars Available at Leerburg
Ed Frawley's 10 Rules for Using A Remote Collar

28 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares his top 10 rules for using a remote collar. There is a movement gaining traction in San Francisco, California as well as New York State, and various other countries, to ban the use of electronic collars in dog training. We recognize that this is a controversial and emotionally charged subject. As professional dog trainers who promote the ethical and humane application of appropriate training tools we strongly oppose this proposition. Help us stop the ban on remote collars by signing this petition | Links from Video: Dog Parks - Why They Are A Bad Idea Article Dog Bites Article Michael Ellis on Developing a Relationship with Your Dog (Online Course) | Learn How to Use an Electric Remote Collar: Remote Collar Training for the Pet Owner with Ed Frawley The Electric Collar with Michael | Shop Electric Collars Available at Leerburg
Ed Frawley on Two Common Puppy Questions

10 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley shares 2 common puppy questions and answers from Ask Cindy. Questions posted to ASK CINDY are answered almost every day. They are also recorded in our systems if a dog owner has additional questions Cindy will review the previous QAs and this helps her give better feedback and assistance. QA from this video. All-Natural Dog Food Vital Essentials Nibblets Steve's Real Food Nuggets
Ethical Dog Trainers Against E-Collar Bans Petition

8 minutes

Help by signing this petition | There is a movement gaining traction in San Francisco, California as well as New York State to ban the use of electronic collars in dog training. We recognize that this is a controversial and emotionally charged subject. As professional dog trainers who promote the ethical and humane application of appropriate training tools we strongly oppose this proposition. | Learn How to Use an Electric Remote Collar: // Remote Collar Training for the Pet Owner with Ed Frawley | The Electric Collar with Michael Ellis | Shop Electric Collars
Michael Ellis on Factors That Affect Motivation

8 minutes

In this podcast, Michael Ellis explains the different factors and techniques that affect your dog's motivation. Here he briefly describes the various factors and how they affect motivation. Learn More: Advanced Concepts in Motivation with Michael Ellis
Michael Ellis on The Purpose of Training Rituals and Locations

17 minutes

In this episode, Michael Ellis discusses the concept of using training rituals and locations to begin your training regime. Oftentimes people like to skip right past the rountines, preparation, and engagement building and go straight to training but these foundation steps have a very significant importance. Learn More: Developing a Relationship With Your Dog
Michael Ellis on Multi-Functional Uses for Capping Behavior

9 minutes

In this episode, Michael Ellis discusses the concept of capping and how it can be used for both competition/sport dog owners and regular pet owners. As a training technique, capping has multiple uses and benefits. Learn More: Developing a Relationship With Your Dog
Michael Ellis on Neutralization and Indirect Socialization

11 minutes

In this episode, Michael Ellis discusses the concept of indirect socialization with the help of neutral dogs and people. This is an important tool for any dog trainer's toolbelt. Learn More: July 2019 Puppy Development Workshop with Michael Ellis
Guidelines for Socialization with Michael Ellis

13 minutes

In this episode, Michael Ellis discuss the initial concepts of how to start socializing your dog to new people, places, things, and other dogs. Learn More: July 2019 Puppy Development Workshop with Michael Ellis
The Foundation of Puppy Socialization

6 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley and Michael Ellis discusses the important ongoing process of puppy socialization. Socialization is the process of neutralizing your puppy to new people, places, and things to develop expectations of behavior in social settings. This is done through engagement and relationship building with your puppy to teach them that you are the most interesting thing in any given situation or location.
How To Redirect Puppy Biting

14 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley briefly discusses how to redirect puppy biting when you bring a new puppy into the house. Learn More: Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months by Ed Frawley
Managing a New Dog in Your Home

14 minutes

In this episode, Ed Frawley discusses how he and Cindy manage bringing a new dog into their home. Through careful planning and use of the techniques discussed we hope to maximize your ability to safely integrate a new dog into your home and existing pack. Learn More: FREE Course How We Manage Dogs in Our Home by Ed Frawley
Introduction to Michael Ellis on Developing a Relationship with Your Dogs

9 minutes

The course content came from Friday, day one in the Michael Ellis seminar held at Leerburg in September 2021. We would like to mention that it was filmed in a very large tent on a day that saw terrible weather (windy and rain). This did not affect the overall quality of content. New Online Course - Michael Ellis on Developing a Relationship with Your Dog
Michael Ellis on Types of Tugs

6 minutes

In this episode, Michael Ellis describes the different types of tugs to consider and when to use those different tugs. As your dog develops, both in skill and maturation, the type of tug you use will change and adapt over time. Here is his rundown on what you should consider when buying your dog a tug.
Michael Ellis on The Difference Between Playing Tug and Teaching Formal Retrieve with Hunting Dogs

7 minutes

In this episode, Michael Ellis discusses how teaching a hunting dog to play tug is a bit different than other sport and working dogs. In this clip from the 2021 seminar at Leerburg, Michael explains how he teaches the formal retrieve as an obedience task unlike the play retrieve which is used as a reward system.
Michael Ellis on Common Terminology Used in Dog Training

18 minutes

In this episode, Michael Ellis covers some of the key terms and concepts used in dog training, and specifically his system of communication. Here Michael covers 18 of his most used terms specifically related to training dogs with food. Understanding these terms is the foundation of understanding the concepts behind dog training. Learn More: The Power of Training Dogs with Food with Michael Ellis
Michael Ellis on Introducing a New Puppy into a Multi-Dog Home

7 minutes

In this episode, Michael Ellis covers some of the major do's and don'ts of bringing a new puppy into a multi-dog household. Learn More: Raising Your Puppy with Michael Ellis
Michael Ellis on Preparing Your House for a New Puppy

9 minutes

In this episode Michael Ellis covers some things you should do and have ready for when you bring your new puppy home. By preparing your home you are setting yourself and your puppy up for mananagement, training, and socialization success. Learn More: Raising Your Puppy with Michael Ellis
Ed Frawley on Leerburg's Latigo Leather

6 minutes

Our Leerburg Latigo Leather is truly a work of art and one we are proud of. Together we work with an Amish Family who processes all of our leather into the products you know and love so much from us. From our leashes and collars to our harnesses and some of our tugs our leather products have been handcrafted with precision and care.
Ed Frawley on The Differences in Mangaement, Obedience, and Socializing Your Dog

8 minutes

In this podcast, Ed Frawley discusses the definitions and differences of management, obedience, and socialization in owning a dog. These three parts to owning a dog can shape your relationship with your dog and have a profound effect on their behavior and habits they develop, as they get older and mature. Learn More: Basic Dog Obedience with Ed Frawley
Ed Frawley on Building a Training Plan

7 minutes

In this podcast, Ed Frawley discusses some important things to consider before going into a training session with your dog. The most important part of a training session and successful training plan is establishing engagement. Ed gives some ideas on how to achieve engagement with your dog and some ideas of what to do if you are struggling to get engagement out of your dog. Learn More: Basic Dog Obedience with Ed Frawley
Michael Ellis on Understanding the Concept of Generalization

30 minutes

In this podcast, Michael Ellis explains what generalization is and how it affects dog training. Many people assume that if you teach a dog a command that they will know that command for life and will obey no matter where you are but that isn't always true. Learn More: Michael Ellis Three Day Workshop
Police and K9 Working Dogs in the Media with Kevin Sheldahl

30 minutes

In this podcast, Ed Frawley and Kevin Sheldahl sit down and discuss the role of police and especially police dogs in the public media and what effects that has on police departments and local legislation. Together Kevin and Ed discuss how recent public scrutiny is affecting departments all across the country and things that both K9 Officers and Administrators should keep in mind if we want to keep using dogs on the street as a force multiplyer. Links: K9 Services - 2021 Muzzle Fighting Course - Training the Police K9 Decoy
Michael Ellis on The Basics of Object Guard Training

8 minutes

In this podcast, Michael Ellis explains the basic first steps to training your dog the object guard for sport competition. Training the object guard is one of the harder skills to teach as your dog has to make decisions for themselves on when to bite and not take cues from the decoy or the handler. This excerpt came out of The Foundation of Object Guard Training
Upcoming Course: Scent Detection Foundations for Police K9 Service Dogs with Kevin Sheldahl

22 minutes

In this podcast, Ed Frawley and Kevin Sheldahl sit down and discuss their upcoming course on scent detection selection testing and foundations for police K9 service dogs. As scent detection becomes more popular in the sport world Kevin explains the differences of controlled sport settings and on the job requirements of detector dogs in a professional setting. By taking advantage of the dog's natural instincts and traits with in-depth foundational training Kevin has helped hundreds of dogs receive certification from a variety of organizations using his true and tried training methods. Links: K9 Services - 2021 Muzzle Fighting Course - Training the Police K9 Decoy

Michael Ellis on Creating Reward Events

16 minutes

In this podcast, Michael Ellis explains what a reward event is and how it differs from simply rewarding your dog with food or a treat. Knowing how to build and execute a reward event can change the way your dog engages and interacts during training. This method is used as an advanced motivation technique and can be used in many training scenarios. Learn More: Advanced Concepts in Motivation with Michael Ellis
K9 Services - Police Dog Handler School with Kevin Sheldahl

29 minutes

In this podcast, Ed Frawley and Kevin Sheldahl sit down and discuss the 6-week Police Service Dog Handler school that Kevin has operated for decades through his business K9 Services. Together they discuss how the school started and the process candidates go through with their training and work with K9 Service Dogs. Kevin has worked with many departments in a variety of states that include Wisconsin, New Mexico, and some places in-between. Links: K9 Services - 2021 Muzzle Fighting Course - Training the Police K9 Decoy
Michael Ellis's Philosophy on Dog Training

1 hour, 8 minutes

In this podcast, Michael Ellis gives what he calls his introduction lecture to dog training. In this lecture Michael Ellis explains how dogs learn through various forms of conditioning. Backed by behavioral science, Ellis explains how this information is applied to his training philosophy.
The Evolution of Muzzle Fighting in Police K9 Training

30 minutes

In this podcast, Ed Frawley sits down with long time friend and colleague, Kevin Sheldahl, to discuss Leerburg's new online course Muzzle Fighting for Police Service Dogs. This is an updated version of the same course Leerburg produced in 2005 with Kevin.

In this episode, Ed and Kevin will be discussing what they have learned in the last 15 years about how their approach and use of the muzzle fighting skill has changed with the evolution to dog training practices.Links: K9 Services - 2021 Muzzle Fighting Course - Training the Police K9 Decoy
Michael Ellis - Road to Leerburg

17 minutes

Have you always wanted to attend the Michael Ellis School but couldn't make it out to California? Have you wondered what it would be like to be a student at Michael's school? December 2019, you will have your chance to try out the MES experience with Leerburg in northwest Wisconsin! In this podcast Ed Frawley talks with Michael about the seminar and Michael's school.
Problems with All-Positive Trainers

14 minutes

This podcast highlights Ed Frawley's main issues with "all-positive" training.
The Evolution of Training Aggressive Dogs with Remote Collars

26 minutes

This podcast is about the evolution of training methods used to control and/or eliminate dog aggression with remote collars.

I bought my first electric collar in 1979. It was a Tri Tronics Pro 100 that cost $1,000.00. Today that collar is the model-T ford of e-collars. Just as remote collars have drastically improved over the years, so too have the methods used to apply them to our dog training. We are now able to use levels of stimulation in training that we humans can't even feel.

One of my favorite quotes is “When you know better, you do better.” This podcast is going to allow many people to do a better job training their dog aggressive dogs with electric collars.
Learning to Use Food Rewards During Dog Training

25 minutes

This 25 minute podcast explores the methods to train your dog with food rewards. Training with food increases the dogs motivation to learn along with improving the bond between dog and handler.

The average dog trainer does not know that using different kinds of food rewards can increase or decrease the motivation and drive of their dog during his training. This is why using different treats for different exercises is always a good idea.

Some dogs, for one reason or another, don't have a lot of food drive. I explain the work necessary to insure that every dog has food drive. I discuss the relationship between using high value meat rewards vs. using some of the many all-natural food rewards that we sell. I also explain what size of reward to use. Most people use too large of a food treat in their work.

When I started dog training in the dark ages of the 1960's very few people trained with food. Training has come light years since then. This podcast - soon to be a streaming video will help explain why.
Marker Training Dogs

47 minutes

Learning to train your dog with markers is the quickest way new dog trainers can gain timing and communication skills with their dogs. In my opinion the essence of marker training is that it teaches dogs to problem solve. It is also one of the best ways dog owners can build the bond between themselves and their dogs. This 47 minute podcast by Ed Frawley from Leerburg Kennel and Video takes you step by step through the basics of marker training dogs. This information can be used by pets owners and police k9 handlers. There is no limit to what a dog can be trained to do with markers.
Theory of Motivation in Dog Training

35 minutes

One of the most important concepts that every new pet owner must learn, if they want to become an effective dog trainer, is how to motivate their dog to want to follow commands and participate in training.

When people first begin to train their dog many confuse “rewarding their dog” with “motivating their dog”. While these two concepts are very close in nature there is a difference. The sooner a handler learns the subtleties of these differences the sooner they become effective trainers.

Simply put motivating a dog means creating an environment where the dog has a desire to perform an exercise.

When handlers learn the art of motivation they take there training one step further and create an atmosphere where the dog wants to learn. They create an atmosphere where their dog actively tries to figure out what it is that his owner is trying to teach him.

This podcast will discuss the different ways to motivate a dog during training. You can also read and save this podcast as a free E-book on our website at leerburg.com
Training the PLACE COMMAND to your Family Pet

18 minutes

The place command is probably the second most important obedience command after the “come command.”

New dog trainers often completely miss how important and usefulness the place command.

They think training a dog to sit, lay down, come and stay are all the commands they need - when in fact being able to send your dog to HIS PLACE when guests knock at the door or when you are eating or watching TV or working on your computer will quickly become your favorite command.

The concept of this command is to teach a dog that he has HIS PLACE - either a rug or a dog crate or a specific spot. When told to “go to your place” the dog must go to his spot, lay down and not move until he is given a release command.
The Groundwork to Becoming Your Puppy\'s Pack Leader

21 minutes

This podcast explains how Ed Frawley from Leerburg Kennels raises puppies in his home. Ed has bred over 350 litters of German Shepherds in the last 30 years. This podcast explains how to develop a family pack structure that a puppy understands. It explains how to establish a relationship of trust and understanding between a puppy and a new owner. People who ignore pack structure when they raise pups are people who have dominant dogs with behavioral problems.
How to Break Up a Dog Fight Without Getting Hurt

52 minutes

Dog fights are violent, loud and dangerous events. I get emails every day on dog fights. As I wrote this description I got 2 emails. In one a family had two dogs . Their female GSD killed the dachshund last night. In the second email this family's dog was in a fight with a neighbors dog and did $1,400 damage.

In the mid 1990's I write and article on How to Break Up A Dog Fight - that article is still on my web site. This 52 Minute article is an update of that article, this podcast goes into more detail on making the decision of even trying to step in an end a fight, it discusses many methods used to break up fights and it tells how to break upon a fight when you are alone. There is an extensive section on preventing dogs fights.

Thc CD will play in any CD player. In addition to the 52 Mn dog fight podcast it also includes the FREE podcast listed above on HOW TO INTRODUCE A DOG INTO A HOME WITH OTHER DOGS. This CD is exactly like an audio book.
Training Puppies Not to Bite

9 minutes

This podcast teach's people how to deal with puppies that bite. When pet owners bring a cute little puppy home and it turns into an alligator, most people don't know what to do. This podcast explains why this is happening and offers several options to solve the problem. You can read the article on my website by clicking here.
Bottle Feeding New Born Puppies

12.5 minutes

This podcasts explains how to make your own puppy formula and then how to bottle feed new born pups. After breeding 350 litters of Germans Shepherds in the past 30 years, Ed Frawley at Leerburg Kennels has a lot of experience in this area.
The Groundwork to Becoming a Pack Leader Part 1

25.5 minutes

This podcast teaches how to establish a relationship with a new dog. It explains how to develop a bond and a working relationship with a new dog. This podcast was developed from the article I wrote of the same title. If you wish to read it, click here.
Introducing Dogs into Homes with Other Dogs

19.5 minutes

This podcasts teach's pet owners how to safely add a new dog into a home with existing dogs. It explains how to control pack behavior that enters the picture when new dogs are added to a multi dog home. The podcast is of my article of the same name.
Who Can Pet My Puppy?

9 minutes

Why I don't allow strangers to pet my puppies and dogs. This is a podcast of an article I recently wrote that explains why we don't allow strangers to pet out puppies or our dogs.
Ed Frawley's Philosophy of Training

13 minutes

This is a podcast of this written article Ed Frawley's dog training philosophy after 45 years of dog training.