The Dog Training Advice That Made You Feel Like You Had to Be Someone You Weren't | Relationship With My Dog

Have you ever tried to follow dog training advice… and walked away feeling like you had to be tougher, louder, or more “in control” than you wanted to be? When your dog is anxious, overwhelmed, or struggling with behavior, the last thing you need is pressure or fear layered on top. You want something that feels safe. Something that actually builds trust instead of tension. In this episode, Em sits down with Andrea from Pack Animals to talk about what gentle, reward-based training really looks like in real life. They share how slowing down, listening to your dog, and using clear, kind communication can lead to steadier behavior, more confidence, and a stronger bond—without force or intimidation. You’ll hear how community support and simple at-home routines can make training feel doable again, even on the hard days. Press play if you’re ready for training that feels supportive—for both you and your dog. Guest Info: Instagram: @joinpackanimals Learn more: thehubpack.com Sponsored by Pack Animals & PetMatRx Instagram: @joinpackanimals | @petmatrx Save 20% with code FITZ20 → petmatrx.com Save with code SUDT → thehubpack.com Free Resources & Support Dog Body Language Quiz Not sure what your dog’s behavior is communicating? Take the free quiz and get a resource matched to your results.👉 https://tinyurl.com/dogbodylanguagequiz Free 15-Minute Clarity Call Feeling stuck or unsure what your dog needs? Book a short call, and we’ll talk through what’s going on. 👉 https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmbooknow PetMatRx Supplements We Trust Support gut health and daily wellness. Use code FITZ20 to save. 👉 https://tinyurl.com/PETMATRXtdwafm Email [email protected] to get in touch with Em This podcast explores real life with dogs — including dog behavior, reactivity, dog anxiety, stress in dogs, fearful dogs, and everyday training challenges. It’s for dog parents who are overwhelmed navigating life with dogs and want a clearer understanding of their dog, practical support, and a stronger bond while creating a calmer daily life with their dogs. Episodes cover canine nutrition, dog body language, dog communication, dog food and behavior, gut health, dog wellness, enrichment for dogs, dog enrichment activities, routines, dog lifestyle, and regulation — so life with your dog can feel calmer, more manageable, and more sustainable. Hosted by a dog trainer, canine nutrition coach, and retired vet tech, the show blends training, nutrition, and enrichment to support and bond with sensitive, anxious, pure-bred, and rescue dogs at home and in real life. Affiliate links support the podcast and help fuel the RV dream 💛