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The One About 2023 Recap

December 10, 2023 by Timothy Muza

Liz & Jeff look back on the year that was 2023, all of their accomplishments and pitfalls. The growth they have experienced in both their personal professional lives. Not to mention the growth they have seen in their pack. Stay tuned for a new seasons of HTD in 2024.

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The One About Humping

December 04, 2023 by Timothy Muza

It’s a very natural thing that all dogs do and it may not always be sexually driven. Jeff & Liz talk offer tips and tricks to help you manage this unwanted behaviour and how to recognize the drivers behind it in your dog.

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The One About What To Do In Crappy Weather

November 27, 2023 by Timothy Muza

As the weather changes in North America the time you can spend with your dog outside becomes limited. Jeff & Liz talk about some home-based ideas you can implement to fulfill your dog’s energy needs.

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November 27, 2023 /Timothy Muza /Source
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The One About The Realities

November 20, 2023 by Timothy Muza

Liz & Jeff discuss the realities of what to expect when you start and continue on your training journey with your dog.

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November 20, 2023 /Timothy Muza /Source
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The One About When To Get A Dog

November 06, 2023 by Timothy Muza

Liz & Jeff discuss the season, reason and optimal time to welcome a new dog into your life. Spoiler: There is no perfect time/date, but there are several key indicators that you should look out for when deciding the right time to grow your pack.

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The One About Burn Out

October 30, 2023 by Timothy Muza

Liz & Jeff get vulnerable. In this episode they talk about the set backs and real feelings associated with dog training from both the professional and personal side.

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October 30, 2023 /Timothy Muza /Source
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The One About Pack Positions (Part 3 of 3: Front)

October 23, 2023 by Timothy Muza

Liz & Jeff are talking all things pack positions in this three-part-three-episode-arc. In this one they dive into what it’s like to have a front of the pack dog.

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October 23, 2023 /Timothy Muza /Source
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The One About Pack Positions (Part 2 of 3: Back)

October 10, 2023 by Timothy Muza

Liz & Jeff are talking all things pack positions in this three-part-three-episode-arc. In this one they dive into what it’s like to have a dog that back of the pack.

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The One About Pack Positions (Part 1 of 3: Middle)

October 02, 2023 by Timothy Muza

Liz & Jeff are talking all things pack positions in this three-part-three-episode-arc. First up they dive into what it’s like to have a dog that is middle of the pack.

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The One About Commands

September 25, 2023 by Timothy Muza

There are a handful of very helpful and often lifesaving commands that you should be teaching your dog. Liz & Jeff dive into what those are, and how you can easily implement them into your daily life with your best friend (your dog).

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The One About Back to School

September 04, 2023 by Timothy Muza

Don't leave your precious pup in the dust of the back-to-school rush. Liz and Jeff talk about some of the strategies you can use to transition your dog to spending more time alone and get them into the habit of the seasonal and schedule changes that come with going back to school.

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September 04, 2023 /Timothy Muza /Source
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The One About Baker

August 21, 2023 by Timothy Muza

Liz & Jeff talk about their third dog, Baker. If you are getting a new dog (a puppy or a rescue) this episode will help you with some great tips on how to welcome a new dog into your pack.

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The One About Instinctual Responses

July 31, 2023 by Timothy Muza

There are 4 instinctual (baked-in) responses that all animals (including dogs) have. Fight, flight, avoid & surrender. Liz and Jeff talk about these four, when your dog will experience them and how to understand how these four states/responses can help shape their training.

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The One About Dominance

July 17, 2023 by Timothy Muza

Jeff & Liz talk about how to spot a dominant dog and provide some helpful tips and tricks on how to encourage the proper level of confidence in your dog so they are balanced and well adjusted.

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July 17, 2023 /Timothy Muza /Source
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The One About Communication

July 12, 2023 by Timothy Muza

Liz & Jeff talk about how they communicate with their dogs, the greater dog community, and how to set proper expectations and boundaries of communication to get the desired outcome and behaviour.

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July 12, 2023 /Timothy Muza /Source
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The One About "Dog Friendly" Events

June 19, 2023 by Timothy Muza

Liz & Jeff talk about how to safely attend an event with your dog, the signs to look out for in the people and other dogs in attendance.

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June 19, 2023 /Timothy Muza /Source
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The One About Building Habits

June 12, 2023 by Timothy Muza

Building habits with your dog is like stacking bricks, you need to have a strong foundation with the basics before you can build upon them and deepen your connection and trust. Liz and Jeff talk about the proper steps to build daily habits.

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June 12, 2023 /Timothy Muza /Source
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The One About Balanced Dogs

June 06, 2023 by Timothy Muza

Liz and Jeff talk about the tenants of having a well balanced dog, and how to foster these traits into your relationship with you dog.

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The One About Feeding

May 29, 2023 by Timothy Muza

Feeding time is an important part of your dog’s day and life. The behaviours surrounding this time of day are an important training opportunity to foster good habits and build trust. Liz & Jeff talk about some tips and tricks to help your dog have a healthy relationship to food and feeding time.

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The One About Misbehaviour

May 22, 2023 by Timothy Muza

Our dogs live in the moment and mostly misbehave as a symptom to a mentally and physically unfulfilled day. Liz & Jeff talk about their experiences with understanding their dogs frustrations and the signs to look out for. Your dog is communicating with you through it’s behaviours.

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