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Dog Works RadioAuthor: Dog Works Radio
Dog training experts and best-selling authors Dr. Robert and Michele Forto (A Musher's Dream) take the listener into the scruffy, curious, and sometimes heroic world of dogs. What does it mean to "own" a dog? Can dogs teach us compassion? How do dogs learn? What are your breed's origins, and what were they bred to do? Dog Works Radio is an award-winning podcast that offers a delightful and surprising look at the relationship we have with our canine companions. Language: en Genres: Kids & Family, Pets & Animals, Sports, Wilderness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Why Does My Dog Hate the Crate?
Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
Does your dog panic, bark, or resist going into the crate? Here's the truth: your dog doesn't hate the crate. They hate confusion. In this episode of Dog Works Radio, Robert and Michele Forto break down why crate training fails for so many families and how to fix it using their proven Three C's framework: Criteria, Consequences, and Consistency. You'll learn: • Why crates are misunderstood • How to introduce the crate without stress • The biggest mistakes dog owners make • How crate training supports house training • How the crate builds independence and reduces separation stress • Why structure creates confidence When done correctly, the crate becomes more than containment. It becomes security, clarity, and calm. If you want a dog that travels better, settles faster, and handles real life with confidence, this episode is for you. 🎯 Use promo code DogWorks at AlaskaDogWorks.com to save 20% on your training program.









