Ashley's Story, Turning Her Human-Aggressive Dog Around

USA Dog Behavior Podcast

Imagine the heartbreak of bringing home a new dog, only to face relentless aggression and fear instead of love and loyalty. This is the reality Ashley faced with her shelter-adopted dog, Bark Twain. Today, we unravel Ashley's emotional journey from despair to hope, exploring the challenges of owning a fearful dog and the isolation it brought into her life. Listen as we recount the pivotal moment that changed everything for Ashley—discovering an article by host Scott Sheaffer that identified Twain's aggression as fear-based, not malice-driven.
Through Ashley's story, we discuss practical steps like desensitization and counter-conditioning that transformed Twain from a ticking time bomb into a beloved companion. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone dealing with similar issues, offering empathy, hope, and actionable advice.
Whether you're struggling with an anxious pet or looking to educate yourself on humane dog training methods, you won't want to miss this heartwarming and informative conversation. Join us to learn how understanding and proper training can turn even the most challenging pet behaviors around.
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Ep. 42 Ashley's Story, Turning Her Human-Aggressive Dog Around

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Scott Sheaffer, CCBC-KA, CDBC, CPDT-KA, is a certified dog behavior consultant who has worked with thousands of dog owners and their aggressive dogs. Scott specializes in the assessment and treatment of fear, anxiety, aggression, and phobias in dogs six months and older. For more information about Scott, see USADogBehavior.com.

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If you have a dog who is aggressive and dangerous to humans, it is important that you immediately consult directly with an experienced and certified canine behavior consultant who specializes in dog aggression to humans. Take proper measures to ensure that your dog is never in a position to injure anyone. The information presented in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is neither intended nor implied to replace the need for the direct involvement of an experienced and certified canine behavior consultant who specializes in dog aggression to humans. Scott Sheaffer, the Grumpy Dogs podcast and USA Dog Behavior, LLC, are not liable for any incidents or outcomes resulting from following the advice given in this podcast.