Leash Training 101: Your Stress Free Guide to Walking
Sarah Hodgson reimagines the leash from a dog’s perspective, where every walk is less about destination and more about discovery. She explores why pulling occurs, how to balance sniffing with structure, and simple ways to turn leash time into a shared experience rather than a power struggle. Also included are listener questions tackling real-life challenges, from excited jumping to bolting at the door, with tips on harnesses, threshold training, and calm walking cues. Whether you’re managing a playful puppy or a strong puller, you’ll find practical strategies to make walks safer, smoother, and more enjoyable for you both.Buy my leashes here: https://shop.sarahhodgson.com/Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisinghappydogsBook time with me: https://www.sarahhodgson.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit raisinghappydogs.substack.com
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Why Dogs Bark and What to Do About It
Sarah Hodgson unpacks one of the most common canine quirks, barking! From dogs who sound the alarm at every passerby to pups who greet guests like rockstars, Sarah shares why barking happens and how to respond without losing your cool. You’ll learn why rest cycles matter, how environment shapes behavior, and simple strategies like leash control, redirection, and the “party in the kitchen” game. Whether your dog barks for attention, excitement, or frustration, you’ll discover practical ways to restore calm and keep communication positive! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit raisinghappydogs.substack.com
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Teaching ‘Wait’: The Cue That Builds Patience in Dogs
Sarah Hodgson shines a spotlight on one of the most overlooked yet powerful cues in dog training: Wait. Unlike stay, which asks for stillness, wait teaches your dog to pause, a moment of mindfulness before action.Sarah breaks down why wait is essential for impulse control, leash manners, and everyday harmony. You’ll learn when and how to use it, why it helps dogs develop frustration tolerance, and simple steps to teach it at home. From mealtime to doorways to sidewalk pauses, discover how this small cue can create big changes in your dog’s behavior and your bond.Book a Session: https://www.sarahhodgson.com/Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsayspetsOrder a Leash Here: https://sarahsaysstore.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit raisinghappydogs.substack.com
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Rethinking Recall: Turning “Come” Into a Joyful Invitation
Sarah Hodgson unpacks one of the most important (and misunderstood!) cues in dog training: Come. Over time, many dogs start to associate recall with the end of fun, confinement, or frustration, making them hesitate when it matters most.Through real-life stories and simple, joy-based training techniques, Sarah shows you how to rebuild Come as a word your dog loves to hear. From anchoring it in positive moments to turning it into a game, you’ll learn how to make recall a celebration, not a command. By the end, you’ll have tools to create a faster, happier response—one rooted in trust, connection, and excitement to be by your side. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit raisinghappydogs.substack.com
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When the World Gets Loud: Helping Anxious Dogs Find Their Calm
Sarah Hodgson takes you inside two urban dog cases she has encountered, first we have Henry the reactive beagle and Cassie the overwhelmed dog who just moved into the city. Through these real-life stories, she breaks down how stress, fear, and sensory overload shape behavior, and what you can do to help. Tune in to learn how the “canine arrow,” red-yellow-green zones, and simple games can turn reactivity into resilience. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit raisinghappydogs.substack.com
Join author, dog trainer, and behavior expert Sarah Hodgson as she provides training advice, talks to other experts, and demystifies dog behavior one podcast at a time! raisinghappydogs.substack.com
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