In this episode, Nikki and Britteny dive into the rollercoaster ride of canine adolescence. From sudden selective hearing to explosive energy and emotional outbursts, we explore how hormones shape your young dog’s behavior—and how to survive it with your sanity (and bond) intact. Learn what’s normal, what’s not, and how to guide your pup through this critical growth stage without losing your cool.

Whether you're raising a 6-month-old wild child or preparing for what’s ahead, this episode is packed with practical tips and reassurance for dog guardians in the thick of the teenage phase.

Mentioned in this episode:

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.

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.