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Straight Up Dog TalkAuthor: Emily Breslin Dog Training, Behavior, Nutrition Coach and Retired Vet Tech
Is your dogs reactivity, barking, or food struggles taking over your life? The Dog Who Asked for More helps overwhelmed dog parents find real-life solutionsturning chaos into calm through dog training, behavior, nutrition, & enrichment. Learn how to: Calm reactivity & barking with simple, proven steps Understand how to use your dogs food to reinforce good behavior Build a stronger bond Hosted by Em, a dog trainer & canine nutritionist who turned her own struggles with a reactive dog into a mission to help others. You & your dog deserve this. Hit play. Language: en Genres: Kids & Family, Pets & Animals Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Why Your Dog Won’t Take Treats (And What It Means for Training & Behavior)
Episode 176
Tuesday, 31 March, 2026
Your dog won’t take treats—and it’s not about pickiness.Treat time is supposed to be the easy part.You grab a snack.Your dog lights up.Training feels fun.Everyone wins.But lately…They turn their head away.Their stomach gets upset later.Or nothing really motivates them.And you’re left thinking—why is something this small so complicated?A lot of dog parents assume their dog is picky or stubborn.But sometimes refusal isn’t attitude.It’s information.In this episode, Em and Marcy explore how treats can act like clues, not just rewards, and what starts to shift when you pay attention to what your dog’s body is telling you.Because sometimes “unmotivated” really means uncomfortable.If treat time has been feeling confusing, this episode will help you understand what your dog is trying to tell you... Press play.Shop Marcy's Pet Kitchen with code Emily15 to save: https://marcyspetkitchen.com/Free Resources & SupportDog Nutrition QuizNot sure if what you’re feeding is actually supporting your dog?Take the free quiz and get access to the Mini Bowl Blueprint👉 https://tinyurl.com/feedingquizFree 15-Minute Clarity CallFeeling stuck or unsure what your dog needs? We’ll talk through what’s going on and find the next step together.👉 https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmbooknowPetMatRx Supplements We TrustSupplements that support gut health and daily wellness. Use code FITZ20 to save.👉 https://tinyurl.com/PETMATRXtdwafmEmail em@thedogwhoaskedformore.com to get in touch with EmThis podcast explores real life with dogs — including dog behavior, dog anxiety, reactive dogs, dog reactivity, and dog training problems. It’s for dog parents who feel overwhelmed navigating life with dogs and want a clearer understanding of their dog and a calmer daily life together. Episodes also cover dog nutrition, canine nutrition, pet nutrition, dog food, dog enrichment, dog body language, dog communication, and life with dogs — connecting behavior, health, and daily routines to help you better understand your dog and reduce stress.Affiliate links support the podcast and help fuel the RV dream 💛
