In this episode, Nikki talks about the importance of introducing your dog or puppy to new stimuli in their environment. The goal is to help your dog develop a neutral response to unfamiliar objects they might encounter throughout their life. It's important to always consider your dog's abilities and coping skills when doing so.

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Decoding Your Dog: A Live Behavior Support Session

Join me for a live virtual Q&A designed to help you make sense of your dog’s behavior and get clear, actionable guidance you can apply immediately. Whether you’re navigating reactivity, fear, stress-related behaviors, or everyday challenges, this session gives you the opportunity to ask direct questions and receive expert support in real time. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what drives your dog’s behavior and practical steps you can start using the same day. Open to all dog guardians—bring your questions. January 8th, 2026 https://dogspeakgeek.thinkific.com/products/live_events/dog-behavior-live-event