Don't Throw Out the Dog
By Armando Morales
This show is about dog behaviors and dog training. How they make their way through the world and why they do what they do.
Don't Throw Out the DogApr 22, 2020
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Episode 22: How to Manage your Dog
As I always say, management versus training. Which one you apply will depend on the circumstances, environment, and your skill levels.
Feb 21, 202116:45
Episode 21: Getting Consistent Behaviors from your Dog
It’s a frustrating part of training. Sometimes the dog does what you’ve trained and other times he doesn’t. We’ll discuss one reason why is not consistent.
Jan 13, 202111:16
Episode 20: Was your Dog Abused?
A common misconception with many owners is the idea that a dog exhibiting fearful behavior was abused at some point in his/her past. Let’s explore this
Jan 04, 202118:30
Episode 19: Wants vs. Needs
Focus on the wrong offerings and you might be sabotaging your efforts at redirecting the relationship
Dec 18, 202013:15
Episode 18: Are you addressing the Problem?
Always work at getting to the root of the problem.
Dec 13, 202008:28
Episode 17: Introducing Dog to Baby
It’s a delicate time but it doesn’t need to be stressful. You’re are my tips on how to make this whole process goes smoother
Nov 26, 202024:45
What does it mean when a dogs hackles are raised?
Yet another part of a dogs body language that often is misinterpreted and leads to confusion. Let’s clarify it
Nov 09, 202011:45
Episode 15: Can Obedience Training Fix your Dog?
Let’s explore this idea that obedience training can change your dog.
Oct 27, 202019:06
Episode 14: The One Thing
Are you missing the forest for the trees?
Oct 09, 202016:38
Episode 13: Introducing a New Dog (Multiple Dogs)
A second dog can be a source of joy but things can also go downhill if the new isn't introduced properly to the older dog.
Apr 22, 202032:28
Episode 12: Coronavirus and your dog
These are scary times for everyone. So much unpredicatability. Let's see how that relates to your dogs and go over some tips to help you navigate the future.
Mar 22, 202026:27
Episode 11: Housebreaking the easy way
Housebreaking doesn't need to be frustrating. In fact, follow these steps and you'll get the desired results.
Aug 26, 201946:50
Episode 10: Crate Training Done Right
Crate training doesn’t need to be as frustrating and confusing as many make it out to be. I’ll go over a few steps to help simplify it but we’ll also briefly talk about what teaching your dog to be comfortable in the crate is so important.
Aug 19, 201937:24
Episode 9: Avoiding Problems by Serving Nature
Ignore your dogs biological needs at your own peril. Without a doubt, behavior issues develop from an overabundance of energy and boredom. In this episode we'll address what you can do to address these needs.
Aug 08, 201934:50
Episode 8: Why Kids and Dogs Can Be A Bad Combination
Dog bites to children are unsettling and statistically high. Close to 60% of bites are to children. That's not a coincidence. Let's outline a few of the many reasons why bites happen as frequently as they do.
Jun 17, 201941:05
Episode 7: 8 Tips for Dealing with Fearful Dogs
Dogs that struggle through life due to their fearful outlook are everywhere. Those of us who handle and live with them are often at a lose to how to make them feel better and ease their stress and/or anxieties. We go over 8 points that will help you gain a deeper understanding of these dogs and how to better deal with them.
May 16, 201943:36
Episode 6: 10 Ways you're Ruining your Dog
There are so many things we can do, or avoid doing, that could negatively impact our dog(s) and his/her quality of life. Let's outline 10 ways this can happen and get on a proactive track towards improvement.
May 06, 201947:42
Episode 5: What is Play Deficiency in dogs?
Play behavior is often confusing and misunderstood by the everyday dog owner. Some avoid it because it looks frightening while others allow it to go on longer than it should despite the obvious warning signs. This episode focuses on one aspect of play...The dog that doesn't know how.
Apr 15, 201933:52
Episode 4: What is Aggression and How Does it Develop?
The term "aggression" is ripe for interpretation in the dog world. It shouldn't be. Let's take a glimpse into how we can best define it, what it looks like, and how it relates to you and your dog.
Mar 04, 201931:43
Episode 3: How Resilient is your Dog? And why does it matter?
Let's talk about resiliency in dogs and their ability to bounce back from certain experiences.
Mar 02, 201934:20
Episode 2: How Problem Behaviors begin and get Worse
In this episode we delve into an understanding of how dogs take in information and make sense of the world. This leads into how the develop pattern behaviors, good or bad.
Mar 02, 201933:16
Introductory Episode: What this is about
An introduction into the shows purpose and direction.
Feb 27, 201917:57