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Five Minute Dog by Personable Pets Dog Training
Quick, practical dog training tips in under 5 minutes—because training your dog shouldn’t take all day.
New episodes drop every Monday.
With over 20 years of family dog training experience, this podcast delivers real-life advice you can actually use. From simple tips and clear explanations to common behavior scenarios, we’ll help you understand why your dog does what he does—and what to do about it.
Training really can be easy. Let us show you how.
Episodes
205 episodes
SUBs Only - When DNA Calls the Shots
Ever wondered why your Border Collie stares intensely or why your Labrador can't resist carrying your socks around? The answer lies in their DNA.
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#199 Trust or Guard: What Are You Teaching Your Dog?
Ever wondered why your sweet pup suddenly growls when you approach their food bowl or try to take away a stolen sock? Resource guarding isn't a character flaw—it's often behavior we accidentally teach without realizing it.
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Episode 199
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4:46
#198 The Affection Connection
Have you ever wondered why your dog acts so strangely when family members hug or show affection? That jumping, barking, or wedging behavior isn't jealousy as we might think—it's actually one of three distinct reactions that make perfect sense f...
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Episode 198
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#197 Bush Scare Trauma
Those viral videos of people dressed as bushes jumping out to scare passersby might rack up millions of views, but they've crossed a disturbing line. When these pranksters target people walking their dogs, they could be causing real psychologic...
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Episode 197
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SUBS Only - The Dog DNA Debate
Have you caught yourself saying, "It's just in her breed" when explaining away your dog's behavior? You're not alone. The fascinating world of canine genetics has captivated both scientists and pet owners alike, with new discoveries constantly ...
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#196 When Training Becomes Too Much: Rethinking Reactive Dog Walks
Are you exhausted from constantly managing your reactive dog's behavior on walks? You're not alone. Many well-intentioned owners transform every neighborhood stroll into an impromptu training session, creating a cycle where neither dog nor huma...
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Episode 196
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2:51
#195 Urban Legends Are Everywhere
The world of dog training is filled with outdated advice that gets passed down like spooky campfire stories. These persistent myths don't just confuse dog owners—they can damage the trust between you and your four-legged friend. From the thorou...
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Episode 195
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5:51
#194 Clip, Don't Slip.
Dog nail trimming strikes fear in the hearts of many pet parents, but it doesn't have to be a dreaded task. We break down this essential grooming ritual into simple, actionable steps that will transform your approach to nail care forever.
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Episode 194
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#193 Beyond the Extended Hand: Rethinking How We Teach Dogs to Stay
Ever wonder why your dog's perfect "stay" in training sessions completely falls apart when you actually need it? The answer lies in how we train versus how we use this crucial command in real life. Most of us practice with an extended hand whil...
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Episode 193
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4:55
#192 Decoding Your Dog's Selective Barking
Have you ever found yourself puzzled by your dog's seemingly random barking at certain dogs while completely ignoring others? This apparent mystery actually follows clear patterns that, once understood, can transform your daily walks from unpre...
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Episode 192
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3:48
#191 Beyond the Pack Mentality: The Emotional Safety of Dogs in Shared Spaces
What happens when dogs are forced to share space with an unpredictable or aggressive housemate? I'm diving into a thought-provoking comparison that might change how you view multi-dog households.
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Episode 191
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#190 Submissive Urination
Ever walked in the door to find your puppy leaving an excited puddle on the floor? That's not a house training failure—it's submissive urination, a communication behavior rooted in nervousness that affects many young dogs.
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Episode 190
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#189 Like Fine Wine
Growing older brings changes for all of us, and our canine companions are no exception. When those sweet gray faces reach their double digits, they deserve some thoughtful adjustments to keep their golden years comfortable and joyful.
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Episode 189
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#188 Too Friendly
Could your dog's friendliness actually be causing training problems? This eye-opening episode tackles the paradoxical challenges that come with raising social butterfly dogs—those lovable pups who want to greet everyone and everything they enco...
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Episode 188
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4:57
#187 Grace and Space
Have you ever found yourself quickly judging a barking, lunging dog and their flustered owner? That fleeting moment of reactivity represents just 0.01% of that dog's life—a snapshot that fails to capture their true nature.Behind every r...
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Episode 187
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#186 Kids & Dogs: A Training Partnership
Ever watched your child and dog interact and wondered how to transform those sometimes chaotic moments into meaningful training opportunities? The magic happens when we understand that perfect obedience isn't the goal—communication is.
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Episode 186
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4:29
#185 Controlled Distance Is The Key To Helping Fearful Dogs
Fear-based reactivity in dogs is one of the most misunderstood challenges pet parents face. The concept of "exposure" to triggers has been tragically misinterpreted by many, leading to unnecessary stress for both dogs and their humans.
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Episode 185
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#184 Socialization VS Exposure
Ever wonder why your "socialized" puppy still panics at the sound of a shopping cart or freezes on unfamiliar surfaces? The truth is that traditional socialization only addresses half of what your puppy needs to thrive in our complex world.
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Episode 184
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3:09
#183 What You Said What He Heard
Why does your dog wag happily when you say "no"? Why does yelling "stop barking" seem to make the barking worse? The answer lies in a fundamental communication gap between humans and our canine companions.
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Episode 183
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3:23
#182 Your Dog's Freedom Ends Where Another's Personal Space Begins
A viral Target confrontation between a woman and a man with his dog highlights a crucial lesson for all dog owners: your pet should never greet strangers without express permission. Proper leash control in public spaces is both a matter of resp...
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Episode 182
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4:01
#181 1st Time Offender
Ever wonder why your perfectly trained dog suddenly "forgets" all commands when you enter a new environment? The answer lies in understanding how differently dogs experience the world compared to humans.
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Episode 181
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6:04
#180 Sniff 1st - Listen Later
Ever wonder why your perfectly trained dog suddenly "forgets" all commands when you enter a new environment? The answer lies in understanding how differently dogs experience the world compared to humans.
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Episode 180
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#179 Beyond the Blank Slate
Forget everything you thought you knew about bringing home a new puppy. That adorable ball of fur isn't a blank canvas waiting for your training to begin—they've already been developing, learning, and forming their unique personality long befor...
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Episode 179
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3:58
#178 Are You Rewarding the Chaos? Rethinking Dog Energy
Could your dog's seemingly boundless energy actually be a behavior you've unintentionally created? This eye-opening exploration challenges the common assumption that certain dogs are just "born hyper," suggesting instead that our patterns of re...
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Episode 178
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