Leerburg Dog Training Podcast

In this practical Ask Cindy Q and A, Ed Frawley tackles a serious safety concern many cyclists face: aggressive dogs chasing them while riding through countryside or residential areas, with some dogs being extremely large and threatening. The cyclist is looking for effective strategies beyond simply stopping, which isn't always safe with aggressive dogs. Cindy shares a creative solution from a long-distance cyclist friend who carries an extra bike helmet on a tether, swinging or throwing it at chasing dogs to create unexpected opposition—most dogs don't expect any resistance and often back down or remember the encounter next time. She explains that sometimes physical contact is necessary to make an impression and deter future chasing behavior. Cindy also recommends Leerburg's telescoping hiking stick with a built-in stun gun feature, noting that it's portable and often just the sound alone is enough to scare dogs away without needing physical contact. | Links mentioned: Hike N Strike - https://leerburg.com/hike-n-strike.php

Unlock the full potential of remote collar training in this comprehensive 10-hour master class, expertly led by renowned dog trainer Michael Ellis. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a dog owner seeking to enhance your training skills, this course offers in-depth knowledge on the effective and ethical use of remote collars. With 173 detailed videos spanning 8 informative modules, you'll gain both theoretical insights and practical demonstrations that you can apply immediately. | Links mentioned: Remote Collar Master Class with Michael Ellis - https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/238

This course is designed for civilian scent work trainers—both beginners and experienced handlers—as well as law enforcement professionals, including police officers who are starting the detection training process with a new police dog. Kevin Sheldahl's experience and bias come from a practical working dog application, but our attendees and their variety of dogs challenged him to expand his perspective on a variety of scent sports and canine enrichment activities. This makes the Foundations to Detection course good for all dog owners and trainers to learn something useful that they can apply to their own training and relationship with their dog. | Links mentioned: Foundations of Scent Work - https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/243

In this video, Ed Frawley reads and discusses an Ask Cindy Q and A that addresses a challenging and increasingly common issue in German Shepherd Dogs: obsessive tail chasing that may be developing into a compulsive behavior. The question comes from an owner of a young GSD whose tail chasing has escalated over the last six months to the point where changes in energy or environment trigger frantic spinning, vocalization, and difficulty responding to verbal commands. Despite a veterinary exam showing no physical cause, the behavior continues to worsen, leaving the owner unsure how to proceed.  | Links mentioned: How We Manage Dogs in Our Home: https://leerburg.com/managementdvd.htm | Basic Dog Obedience: https://leerburg.com/302.htm | Remote Collar for the Pet Owner: https://leerburg.com/ecollar-pet-owner.php

In this Ask Cindy Q and A, Ed Frawley reads and discusses a thoughtful question from a new puppy owner preparing to bring home an 8-week-old puppy for the first time. After the recent loss of a beloved 12-year-old Labrador, the viewer wants to make sure they start their new puppy off the right way—from day one. | Links mentioned: Getting Started With Your New Puppy Bundle - https://leerburg.com/puppy-bundle.php