Message From Susan

Hey everyone, it’s Susan, and you’re about to hear one of my training tips and tidbits. These are quick, actionable strategies to help you and your dog in everyday life or for dog sport. Often our short videos with tips are created from your most popular segments of podcast episodes. So, let’s dive in!

The Kind Of Relationship That Leads To Real Connection With Your Dog

I’m sharing how to build the kind of relationship that creates real connection with your dog, bringing out the best in both of you. This grows into a bond that strengthens over time, adding joy and clarity to everything you do together.

Watch the full video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SdCQuzXcm2M

Message From Susan

Hey everyone, it’s Susan, and you’re about to hear one of my training tips and tidbits. These are quick, actionable strategies to help you and your dog in everyday life or for dog sport. Often our short videos with tips are created from your most popular segments of podcast episodes. So, let’s dive in!

Inadvertent Time Outs In Dog Training: What They Are, Why They Matter, And How To Avoid Them

In dog training, inadvertent time outs happen more often than many realize, so I’m sharing what they are, why they matter, and how to avoid them. Being aware of these moments can help you stay present with your dog and keep training and everyday time together more connected and engaging.

Watch the full video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5TIcuLA_Z4U

Message From Susan

Hey everyone, it’s Susan, and you’re about to hear one of my training tips and tidbits. These are quick, actionable strategies to help you and your dog in everyday life or for dog sport. Often our short videos with tips are created from your most popular segments of podcast episodes. So, let’s dive in!

Feeling Unmotivated? How To Regain Your Training Drive And Help Your Dog Thrive

Feeling unmotivated? We’ve all been there! I’m sharing how to regain your training drive and help your dog thrive with quick reset strategies to turn low-energy days into productive, purposeful sessions that leave you feeling focused and ready to train again.

Watch the full video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6X6wzQyngk

Message From Susan

Hey everyone, it’s Susan, and you’re about to hear one of my training tips and tidbits. These are quick, actionable strategies to help you and your dog in everyday life or for dog sport. Often our short videos with tips are created from your most popular segments of podcast episodes. So, let’s dive in!

Why Ranking Reinforcements Is The Key To More Motivated, Focused, And Successful Dog Training Sessions

I’m sharing why understanding and ranking reinforcements is the key to more motivated, focused, and successful dog training sessions. Your dog’s rewards act like motivational currency, and knowing how to use that currency can make a big difference in your training results.

Watch the full video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjiaOy_iWyw

Message From Susan

Hey everyone, it’s Susan, and you’re about to hear one of my training tips and tidbits. These are quick, actionable strategies to help you and your dog in everyday life or for dog sport. Often our short videos with tips are created from your most popular segments of podcast episodes. So, let’s dive in!

Rehearsals Of Success: How Every Interaction With Your Puppy Shapes The Dog They’ll Become

I’m sharing how every interaction with your puppy shapes the dog they’ll become, and why rehearsals of success (even outside of training sessions!) are key to creating lasting results.

Watch the full video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzU8YWBVDek&t=310s

Message From Susan

Hey everyone, it’s Susan, and you’re about to hear one of my training tips and tidbits. These are quick, actionable strategies to help you and your dog in everyday life or for dog sport. Often our short videos with tips are created from your most popular segments of podcast episodes. So, let’s dive in!

From Overwhelm To Confidence: How To Create The Dog Of Your Dreams With Strategic Reinforcement

I'm sharing how to create the dog of your dreams with strategic reinforcement that turns overwhelm into confidence. Whether you’re starting with a new puppy or navigating some challenges with your current dog, small shifts in how you train can lead to big changes in behavior, connection, and clarity.

Watch the full video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zUFgD1yGO0w&t=563s

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Hot Take: You don’t need to say “stay” in dog training! I’m sharing how clear release cues give dogs greater clarity and confidence. I’ll take you through how I introduce this concept early with my puppies, how Crate Games helps build a strong foundation, and what it all looks like in everyday training, including when working with more than one dog. When our dogs truly understand what’s expected, they gain confidence and confident dogs make brilliant choices.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why I don’t use the word “stay” and what inspired this episode.
• How cues get eroded over time.
• What “controlled behaviors” mean for dogs.
• How I introduce the release word to my puppy.
• What my dogs’ cues are for leaving position (and why they don’t need “stay”).
• Why I never use “sit” to stop my dogs at the door.
• Why I teach “go chill” separately from control positions.
• Step-by-step training for clarity when working with two dogs.
• The difference between outdated “stay” training and modern-day release cues.
• Why Crate Games builds impulse control and clarity from the start.
• How release cues help build reliability and understanding.

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Resources:

1. Podcast Episode 52: The Five Most Common Words in Dog Training and Which Ones I Never Use - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/52/
2. Podcast Episode 155: 10 Ways To Teach A Sit WITHOUT A Food Lure! Unreal Results For Puppies And Dogs Of All Ages - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/155/
3. Podcast Episode 151: How Location Specific Reinforcement Markers Will Improve Your Dog Training! - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/151/
4. Podcast Episode 266: Hot Zone And Stays – How One Dog Training Nuance Can Fix Anxiety And Duration - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/266/
5. YouTube Video: Target Training for Dogs with Susan Garrett - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy3ylCyQ2bJQSCwo_ERiVHj3
6. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/C8BaOL7LB4Q

Message From Susan

Hey everyone, it’s Susan, and you’re about to hear one of my training tips and tidbits. These are quick, actionable strategies to help you and your dog in everyday life or for dog sport. Often our short videos with tips are created from your most popular segments of podcast episodes. So, let’s dive in!

Understanding The Stages Of A Dog’s Development

Understanding the stages of your dog’s development is the key to lasting success in both training and your relationship. Every dog is a lifelong learner, and when your training aligns with their developmental needs, you create clarity, build confidence, and strengthen a connection that lasts a lifetime.

Watch the full video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNnvP8QtMLA&t=2s