Positively Dog Training - The Official Victoria Stilwell Podcast

In this episode, Victoria and Kristina Spaulding discuss learned helplessness and learned control in dogs, exploring their neurobiology, impact of trauma, and implications for training and rescue. They explore science-based strategies to enhance canine resilience, and how drastically a dog’s wellbeing can change as a result.
Launch or level up your career as a professional dog trainer with the Victoria Stilwell Academy. Learn more here.
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Solve behavior problems and find tools to help live your best dog life at Positively.com.
Launch or level up your career as a professional dog trainer with the Victoria Stilwell Academy. Learn more here.

In this episode, famed dog behavior expert Patricia McConnell joins Victoria Stilwell to discuss Patricia's new mystery novel, Away to Me, why no dogs die in her book, and the heart-wrenching saga of the Ridglan Beagles.
Victoria asks Patricia about her influential books, her journey from traditional to modern dog training, and her activism against unethical animal research. They explore the emotional and scientific aspects of animal behavior, the power of storytelling, and the importance of advocacy.
Launch or level up your career as a professional dog trainer with the Victoria Stilwell Academy. Learn more here.
Create your free Positively account here.
Solve behavior problems and find tools to help live your best dog life at Positively.com.
Solve reactivity with Victoria's powerful course on Positively.com: Help! Stop Reactivity. Learn more & enroll here.
Launch or level up your career as a professional dog trainer with the Victoria Stilwell Academy. Learn more here.

Andrew Hale joins Victoria to explore supportive walking and practical strategies for understanding and managing dogs' behavior in challenging environments. They answer listener’s questions and discuss creating supportive and individualized environments for dogs and their owners, to build connection, communication, and trust for better outcomes.

Launch or level up your career as a professional dog trainer with the Victoria Stilwell Academy. Learn more here.
Create your free Positively account here.
Solve behavior problems and find tools to help live your best dog life at Positively.com.
Launch or level up your career as a professional dog trainer with the Victoria Stilwell Academy. Learn more here.

Separation anxiety expert Malena DeMartini joins Victoria to explore the causes, symptoms, and effective treatment strategies for canine separation anxiety. They explore how behavior modification, management, and professional help can improve your dog’s quality of life.
Guest Links:
Malena DeMartini's Website
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Launch or level up your career as a professional dog trainer with the Victoria Stilwell Academy. Learn more here.
Create your free Positively account here.
Solve behavior problems and find tools to help live your best dog life at Positively.com.
Launch or level up your career as a professional dog trainer with the Victoria Stilwell Academy. Learn more here.

Melissa McCue-McGrath joins Victoria to discuss her new book 'Misadventures of the World's Okayest Dog Trainer,' her experiences with unconventional cases, and the challenges faced by women in the dog training industry. This episode offers insights into real-world dog training, industry dynamics, and empowering women professionals.
Guest Links:
Melissa McCuma McGrath's Website: https://www.melissamcgrath.com 
Book: Misadventures of the World's Okayest Dog Trainer - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7F4X9XK
Launch or level up your career as a professional dog trainer with the Victoria Stilwell Academy. Learn more here.
Create your free Positively account here.
Solve behavior problems and find tools to help live your best dog life at Positively.com.
Solve reactivity with Victoria's powerful course on Positively.com: Help! Stop Reactivity. Learn more & enroll here.
Launch or level up your career as a professional dog trainer with the Victoria Stilwell Academy. Learn more here.