USA Dog Behavior Podcast
Dog behaviorist, Scott Sheaffer, shares science-based insights to help anxious, fearful, and aggressive dogs—and their people.
Podcasting since 2023 • 80 episodes
USA Dog Behavior Podcast
Latest Episodes
3 Common Dog Training Tips That Sound Right—but Make Behavior Worse
Most dog owners are trying to do the right thing—but some of the most common advice out there is actually making behavior worse. In this episode, Scott breaks down three widely accepted dog training tips that sound logical but often lead to esc...
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Is Your Neutered Dog "Hormonally Bankrupt?" The New Science of Canine HRT
In this episode, Scott Sheaffer explores the groundbreaking and often controversial topic of canine hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for neutered male dogs. For years, "fixing" our dogs was seen as the gold standard of care, but we are now dis...
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How You’re Accidentally Making Your Dog More Fearful or Aggressive
Many owners of reactive, fearful, or aggressive dogs are unknowingly sending signals that reinforce their dog’s fear. Subtle changes in voice, body language, or leash handling can act as cues that something in the environment is dangerous. Over...
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The 6 Most Misunderstood and Frightening Forms of Dog Aggression
Dog aggression isn’t always what people think it is. Some forms appear suddenly, without warning, and can be terrifying for owners who don’t understand what’s happening. In this episode, Scott breaks down six rare and misunderstood types of dog...
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