Does your dog treat your backyard like a construction site? In this episode we’re laying down the ground rules—literally! Learn how to channel your pup’s natural digging instincts in a fun and positive way by creating designated dig zones. We’ll dig into why dogs love to excavate, how to build a dig-friendly space in your yard, and training tips to help your dog understand where it’s okay to go paws-deep. Whether you’ve got a garden destroyer or a sandbox superstar, this episode is packed with playful solutions to turn digging from a problem into enrichment. Let’s get dirty (the good kind)!

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The Dog Beneath the Behavior

What if your dog’s behavior isn’t the problem—but communication? In The Dog Beneath the Behavior, I take you beyond what your dog is doing and help you understand what may be happening underneath it. We’ll explore how chronic stress, fear, anxiety, and trauma can shape behavior—and how safety, connection, and compassion can create real change. If you’re ready to stop asking, “How do I fix this behavior?” and start asking, “What does my dog need?” then The Dog Beneath the Behavior is for you. Now on Amazon.