Five Minute Dog by Personable Pets Dog Training

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.

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October 13, 2025 1 min

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Think house training is just a timing game? We flip the script and show why success comes from anticipating transitions—not chasing the last potty break. Using real‑life moments like car rides, visitors, naps, and long work sessions, we lay out a simple framework that stacks the odds in your favor: empty before events. It’s a calm, humane strategy that cuts down on accident...

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A split-second lunge at the car door can turn a normal outing into a heart-stopping moment. We break down a simple, repeatable wait routine that replaces door dashes with calm, reliable behavior—so you get safety, control, and peace of mind every time you park. 

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The house feels different when someone is gone—and your dog knows it. Not because they grasp death, but because the rhythms, scents, and routines that shaped their days suddenly vanish. In this heartfelt, practical guide, we walk through the quiet ways dogs grieve and the simple steps that help them find their footing again when absence takes over familiar spaces.

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Thirst doesn’t always speak up when life gets busy—especially for dogs who sprint from sleep to the front door the second we grab the leash. We explore a small, practical skill that pays off fast: teaching a simple “drink” cue so your dog takes a few laps before a walk, a car ride, or a training session where water won’t be nearby.

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October 6, 2025 3 mins

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Ever wonder whether your dog’s “selective hearing” is just teenage chaos or a sign that something deeper is going on? We walk through a clear, humane framework to tell the difference—using simple observations you can run at home and a checklist we use in the training room. Across five domains—learning speed, retention, problem‑solving, self‑control, and response to novelty—...

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October 6, 2025 3 mins

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Think your dog is bored of the same loop? Not even close. We pull back the curtain on how dogs read the world through scent and explain why a familiar route can feel brand-new every single day. From shifting wind and humidity to the invisible traces left by people and wildlife, you’ll hear how the “scent map” refreshes constantly—and why your dog’s nose turns routine into r...

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Have you ever wished your dog understood exactly when they're allowed on furniture and when they need to get down? Discover how two remarkably simple commands—"up" and "off"—can transform your relationship with your dog while solving dozens of everyday challenges you might not have considered.

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Have you ever caught yourself asking when you can stop using treats in dog training? While this question appears in nearly every training consultation, its counterpart—when can I stop saying "no" or correcting my dog—almost never comes up. This striking contrast reveals a fascinating bias in how we approach our relationships with our dogs.

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Most of us have heard it before: "A dog is for life." But what happens when that life isn't the one your dog deserves? This raw, honest exploration challenges one of the most persistent taboos in dog ownership—rehoming.

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Ever wondered why your dog suddenly stops to intensely investigate a seemingly ordinary drainpipe or tire? The mystery behind these peculiar canine behaviors reveals a fascinating truth about how our four-legged companions experience the world.

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September 22, 2025 3 mins

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Have you ever found yourself second-guessing vacation plans because of wildlife concerns? You're not alone. In this thoughtful exploration of pet safety during travel, I dive into the real considerations that ultimately changed my summer vacation plans completely.

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Are certain dog breeds inherently more dangerous? It's a question that resurfaces after every tragic dog attack headline, but the answer isn't as straightforward as many believe.

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September 22, 2025 2 mins

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Have you ever found yourself hurrying your dog along, only to realize they're experiencing an entirely different world than you are? This week at the beach, my thrice-daily walks with Scooter across the sand dunes became an unexpected masterclass in perspective and patience.

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"Prey drive" gets tossed around in dog training conversations as if it explains everything from bicycle chasing to lunging at joggers. But what if we're missing the mark? This eye-opening episode cuts through the confusion about what prey drive truly is – and what it isn't.

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The joyful sight of a dog that brightens your day might trigger genuine fear in someone else. This fundamental disconnect creates challenges in public spaces that deserve our attention and empathy.

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September 8, 2025 4 mins

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Ready to hit the road with your four-legged friend? Whether you're planning a beach getaway like me and Scooter or any other adventure, traveling with your dog requires some extra preparation—but the shared joy makes it all worthwhile.

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September 8, 2025 4 mins

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Fear of dogs is a common and completely natural experience for many children. When Ginger, an enthusiastic young dog, was scheduled to meet grandchildren who were both excited and nervous about the encounter, it presented the perfect opportunity to explore effective strategies for positive dog-child introductions.

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