About this episode

This episode discusses the confusion in dogs and how it is often mistaken for disobedience.

Most owners think their dog is being stubborn, ignoring them, or choosing not to listen. But in many cases, the dog is not being disobedient at all. The dog is confused. In this episode of Puppy Talk, we will discuss the following: Why confusion happensWhat confusion looks like in real lifeWhat real disobedience actually looks likeHow to reduce confusionIf you need help housebreaking your new puppy, visit pottytrainingyourpuppy.com for FREE resources. Our Sponsor is Top Gun Dog Training In-h...

People in this episode

Host: Dale Buchanan

Topics covered

• dog behavior
• confusion in dogs
• disobedience
• dog training
• pet education

Keywords

• dog confusion
• disobedience
• dog training
• pet behavior
• owner misconceptions

Sponsors

Top Gun Dog Training

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Places: Huntsville, AL

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