Lisa and Roo

Author: Lisa Telle

Lisa and Roo dives into the whole dog. We talk solo and interview other industry experts on dog training, psychology, nutrition, lifestyle and so much more. Our goal is to help you explore new approaches to thriving with human's best friend. Lisa is a certified dog trainer, professional canine nutritionist and founder of Zoomies Dog Training and Adventures as well as new brand Zoomies Dog Nutrition.
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Language: en

Genres: Kids & Family, Pets & Animals

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The Dominance Theory is a Load of Crap: What Old-School Training Is & Why It Doesn’t Work
Monday, 3 March, 2025

In this episode, Lisa breaks down the outdated dog training methods that just don’t work—and why it’s time to leave them in the past. From dominance theory to harsh corrections and the "no treats" mentality, she explains how these techniques can damage your relationship with your dog and what to do instead.🔹 Lisa talks about:Why dominance and alpha theory are based on flawed scienceHow punishment creates fear, not respectThe truth about prong collars, choke chains, and leash correctionsWhy positive reinforcement works better (and faster!)The myth that dogs should obey “just because”How to build trust and cooperation with your dog insteadIt’s time to ditch the outdated methods and train smarter, not harder. Tune in now! 🎧🐶