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Will Bangura's Dog Training TodayAuthor: Will Bangura, M.S., CAB-ICB, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FDM, FFCP
Will Banguras Dog Training Today is an evidence-based dog training and dog behavior podcast hosted by Will Bangura, M.S., CAB-ICB, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FDM FFCP, certified dog behaviorist and founder of Phoenix Dog Training.This podcast helps: Pet parents Families Dog trainers Veterinarians Veterinary technicians Pet professionals Anyone who wants a deeper understanding of dog behaviorWill specializes in serious and complex behavior problems, including: Dog aggression Leash reactivity Fear aggression Separation anxiety Dog anxiety Fears and phobias Resource guarding Dogs fighting in the home Puppy behavior Canine body language Behavior problems that require more than basic obedience trainingEpisodes cover practical, real-world topics such as: Dog aggression toward people and other dogs Reactive dog training Fearful and anxious dogs Separation anxiety Resource guarding Puppy training and socialization Crate training Canine body language Positive reinforcement training Force-free behavior modification Dog behavior science Choosing the right dog for your family Helping dogs feel safe, calm, and confidentWill Banguras Dog Training Today is designed for pet parents looking for help with everyday behavior problems and dog training professionals seeking more advanced insight into aggression, anxiety, reactivity, and canine emotional learning.Learn more about Will Bangura and Phoenix Dog Training at:Official Links: Phoenix Dog Training: https://phoenixdogtraining.com About Will Bangura: https://phoenixdogtraining.com/will-bangura/ Dog Behaviorist in Phoenix: https://phoenixdogtraining.com/phoenix-dog-behaviorist/ Dog Aggression Training in Phoenix: https://phoenixdogtraining.com/aggressive-dog-training-phoenix-dog-aggression/ Dog Anxiety and Fear Training: https://phoenixdogtraining.com/dog-anxiety-training-phoenix-scottsdale/ Sniff to Soothe Book: https://phoenixdogtraining.com/sniff-to-soothe-by-will-bangura-m-s-cab-icb-cbcc-ka-cpdt-ka-fdm-ffcp/ Facebook: https://facebook.co Language: en-us Genres: Education, How To, Kids & Family, Pets & Animals Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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The Truth About Board & Train Programs | Will Bangura, Dog Behaviorist
Episode 184
Saturday, 6 June, 2026
Text Me Your QuestionsAre you considering sending your dog to a board-and-train program?Before you do, listen to this episode.In this episode of Dog Training Today, Will Bangura, M.S., CAB-ICB, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FDM, FFCP, explains why board-and-train programs often fail to create lasting behavior change, especially for dogs struggling with aggression, reactivity, anxiety, fears, phobias, and separation anxiety.Many board-and-train programs promise fast results, but are those results true behavior modification or simply behavior suppression?You'll learn why aggression is not an obedience problem, why reactivity is not an obedience problem, why fear and anxiety are not obedience problems, and why the pet parent is often the person who needs training the most.Topics discussed in this episode include:• The difference between obedience training and behavior modification• Why emotional problems cannot be solved through obedience alone• How punishment can suppress behavior without changing emotions• Why many board-and-train programs rely on electronic collars, prong collars, and other aversive methods• The hidden risks of behavioral suppression• Why pet parent education is critical for long-term success• When board-and-train may be appropriate and when it may notFor more than 35 years, Will Bangura has helped pet parents resolve severe dog behavior problems, including aggression, reactivity, anxiety, fears, phobias, separation anxiety, resource guarding, compulsive behaviors, and dog-to-dog conflict.Will Bangura is Arizona's only CAB-ICB Certified Canine Behaviorist and provides in-home behavior consultations throughout Phoenix, Scottsdale, Chandler, Mesa, Gilbert, and Glendale, as well as virtual consultations worldwide.Read the complete companion article and access all resources related to this episode:https://phoenixdogtraining.com/board-and-train-dog-training-phoenix/Watch the companion YouTube video:https://youtu.be/gsvpSTkejgQThe article includes both the podcast episode and YouTube video, along with additional information about board-and-train programs, dog aggression, reactivity, anxiety, separation anxiety, behavior modification, and what pet parents should know before sending their dog away for training.Schedule a behavior consultation:https://phoenixdogtraining.comLearn more about Will Bangura:https://dogbehaviorist.comSubscribe to Dog Training Today for evidence-based discussions on dog behavior, canine psychology, aggression, reactivity, anxiety, behavior modification, and humane dog training.#PhoenixDogTraining #DogBehaviorist #DogTrainingPhoenix #WillBanguraSupport the showIf you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website.Go here for Free Dog Training Articles
