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00:21 What is the first thing you try to teach a dog when training?

03:22 What's the best way to train a kid to handle a puppy?

05:19 I have three dogs. what is the best way to work with all 3?

07:30 I was just made aware of "fear periods", particularly in GSD around 45 months.

12:25 Do you have tips on getting him to focus?

13:53 Our beagle barks incessantly when one of us comes home.

17:55 How to keep my dog in a stay position when I answer the door?

19:55 We will have people walking up and down the sidewalk in front of our street constantly. how do we stop the dogs from barking at them?

23:09 What would be your five top mediumsized breeds for service dog work?

24:51 What are the best treats for dog training?

26:54 What would you say are the key principles to keep in mind every day when you train a dog?

31:06 What is your opinion on feeding a raw diet?

33:47 My GSD heels beautifully if I have a ball in my hand, but I'm having a hard time weaning that out. Any suggestions?

37:08 How do you deal with dogs whining in the crate?

39:00 What is the difference between “yes” reward marker or “break, Free” marker when training.

45:25 How can I stop my dog from barking at other dogs and people when outside or on a walk?

49:00 Is it bad to give my dog too much freedom in the house?

52:21 Can you address some agespecific expectations concerning the recall and duration of skills in different environments?

54:35 What would you recommend for socializing during the Pandemic?

59:25 I'm still trying to get my dog to let me pet her head. How should I proceed from here?

01:01:08 I’ve got a 9 week old Dutch Shepherd and it is very determined to nip fingers, toes, ankles, pants legs, etc. the cuteness wore off pretty quick. It’s pretty frustrating, hope you can offer a good approach! Thank you.

01:05:52 3yr old terrier mix just recently started obsessively digging to chase moles. I am never able to catch her in the act therefore am not able to redirect. I have tried setting her up to fail so that I can redirect and reward but she is smart enough to not do it in front of me.

01:08:50 My 9monthold GSD does good on leash walks with just me, but when I try to walk him with my kids he pulls and starts barking in excitement.

01:10:21 how do I train my dog for public access?

01:13:58 How long should I wait in between bringing the puppy home and service training?

01:14:55 How do I increase my dog's ball drive?

01:16:06 How can I get my dog to bite harder when playing tug?

01:17:08 Do you use a kong? Does it serve any purpose besides being a food dispenser?

01:19:54 When your dogs come forward off the terminal marker and you hold your hand high to get them to jump for the reward, do you hold the treat in the same way in your hand?

01:21:24 Do you teach the double down?

01:23:33 Any ideas of how to tire dogs out mentally?