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At Pawprint Academy, we believe great dogs start with great leadership. Hosted by the trainers behind TOP Dog Training, this podcast gives you the proven blueprint to build Trust, Obedience, and Performance in your pack. From tackling everyday struggles like leash pulling and recall, to creating structure and harmony at home, we share real-world strategies, client stories, and expert insights to help you raise a better dog AND become the leader your pack needs.
Parent info: Pawprint Academy: Your Blueprint to Raising Better Dogs is recommended for ages 6-10 and 11 plus. It's an Episodic show that can be listened to in any order. Made in the USA, it's about Animals and Life Skills for kids. Launched in 2025.
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This episode explores one of the biggest milestones in dog training: earning off-leash reliability. Too many owners remove the leash because their dog has been successful a handful of times, only to discover that freedom quickly exposes the holes in their trai…
Play is one of the most valuable and underused tools in dog training. Toys, fetch, and tug can build motivation, strengthen engagement, and create a more cooperative relationship between dogs and their owners. Without structure, however, play can also create d…
Training does not end when your dog learns a command in the living room. Real obedience is measured by whether your dog can perform that same command in the real world, surrounded by distractions, at greater distances, and for longer periods of time. In this e…
Where your dog sleeps is one of the most debated topics in the dog world, but the real question is not whether your dog sleeps in a bed or a crate. It is what that arrangement teaches. In this episode, we break down the myths surrounding sleeping locations and…
Most people think feeding time is simply about getting food into the dog. In reality, every meal is a powerful opportunity to build trust, structure, and leadership. In this episode, we break down why food is one of the most valuable resources you control and …
Having guests over should not feel like managing chaos every time the doorbell rings. This episode breaks down why so many dogs lose control around visitors and how overexcitement quietly turns into jumping, barking, pacing, and anxious behavior. We explain wh…
Dogs and children can create incredible lifelong bonds, but those relationships should never rely on assumptions or luck. This episode breaks down the reality that even good family dogs can become overwhelmed when structure and supervision are missing. We expl…
Taking your dog out in public should not feel chaotic, stressful, or unpredictable, but for many owners it does. This episode breaks down why so many dogs struggle in busy environments and how overstimulation quietly creates pulling, fixation, reactivity, and …
Most dog owners start training with treats, and that is the right move. Food is one of the most effective ways to teach new behaviors quickly and clearly. The problem starts when treats never get phased out. Dogs begin to perform only when food is visible, and…
Noise sensitivity is one of the most common and misunderstood behavior issues in dogs, especially around fireworks and thunderstorms. This episode explains why dogs are not being disobedient when they panic, they are responding to fear. You will learn how to r…
Dog-to-dog aggression is one of the most serious behavior issues owners face, and it is often misunderstood from the start. This episode breaks down the different types of aggression, including fear-based, frustration-driven, territorial, and true intent-based…
Leash reactivity does not start with barking and lunging, it starts with subtle body language that most owners miss. This episode breaks down how to read your dog before the explosion happens. You will learn how small changes like ear position, eye focus, mout…
Crate anxiety is one of the most misunderstood dog behavior problems, and most owners are accidentally making it worse. Whining, barking, and panic in the crate are not random; they are learned behaviors that have been reinforced over time. When a dog cries an…
This episode breaks down one of the most misunderstood behaviors in dog training, pulling toward people and other dogs. Most owners label it as friendliness, but that is incorrect. What you are seeing is arousal, fixation, and a lack of impulse control. When a…
Overexcitement at the door is one of the most common breakdowns in household structure, and one of the clearest indicators of weak leadership in the home. In this episode, we break down exactly why door chaos happens, starting with how anticipation, lack of bo…
Many dogs develop a habit of digging in the yard, and once the behavior starts it often gets worse over time. In this episode, we explain why dogs dig, including instinct, boredom, frustration, scent seeking, and simple reinforcement from the act itself. Diggi…
Many dogs struggle when left alone, but not all of them are suffering from true separation anxiety. In this episode, we break down the critical difference between separation anxiety and separation frustration, two behaviors that look similar but require very d…
Counter surfing does not happen because your dog is stubborn. It happens because it works. One successful theft can outweigh ten verbal corrections. Food left on the counter becomes a slot machine that occasionally pays out big. In this episode, we break down …
Destructive chewing is not random, and it is not your dog being spiteful. Dogs chew because of biology, stress, boredom, teething, lack of structure, or because they have learned that chewing furniture works. In this episode of Paw Print Academy, we break down…
Excessive barking is rarely a dog problem. It is a learned behavior that has been reinforced over time by human reactions. Dogs bark because barking works. Attention, eye contact, talking, yelling, or even pushing a dog away can all reward the behavior. When l…
Jumping on people is one of the most common dog behavior complaints and one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, we explain why dogs jump, how owners accidentally reinforce it, and why common corrections make it worse. You will learn how to replace jump…
Heel work is one of the most precise and engaging skills a dog can learn. In this episode, we explain why static and dynamic heel both matter, how to teach each one clearly, and how to combine them for a complete, reliable heel. You will learn practical drills…
Drop It and Leave It are two of the most important cues for safety and trust. This episode explains why guarding develops, how to prevent it, and how to teach these cues clearly and confidently. You will learn how to reduce conflict, reward calmness, and build…
Sit, Down, and Stay are the backbone of impulse control training. In this episode, we break down how to teach clean positions, how to build duration without creating stress, and how to use these commands in real daily life. You will learn how to avoid the most…
'Place' is one of the most valuable lifestyle skills a dog can learn. It teaches calmness, impulse control, and neutrality in the middle of household activity. In this episode, we break down why Place matters, how to teach it clearly, and how to integrate it i…
Interview with Summit Kennels
Recall is the most important safety command your dog will ever learn, but many owners unintentionally sabotage it. This episode breaks down the most common reasons dogs ignore Come, how to rebuild the command from the ground up, and how to create a recall your…
Loose leash walking is one of the most requested skills in dog training. Many owners struggle because they try to overpower the dog instead of teaching calm communication. In this episode, we explain why dogs pull, how to introduce leash pressure properly, and…
Teaching early obedience cues is about more than getting your dog to listen. It is about building structure, leadership, and a confident training relationship. Sit, Place, and Recall are the core foundation skills every dog needs for real world reliability.
Confidence is one of the most important traits you can nurture in a young dog. A confident puppy is less reactive, more adaptable, and better equipped to handle stress as an adult.
Puppy biting and puppy jumping are two of the most common frustrations owners face in the first few months of owning a new furry friend. Both behaviors are normal, but that does not mean they should be ignored. If you do not guide these early habits, they grow…
The crate is one of the most misunderstood training tools. Far from being cruel, it provides a safe space, prevents bad habits, and teaches your dog independence.
Potty training is one of the first challenges every dog owner faces, but it does not have to be a nightmare. Success is not about yelling or rubbing noses in accidents, it is about creating structure and consistency.
Socialization is one of the most misunderstood parts of raising a puppy. Too many owners think it means letting their pup meet everyone and everything, but real socialization is about creating safe, controlled experiences that build confidence.
Tools do not fix training, they make good training clearer. This episode explains how to choose and fit collars, leashes, long lines, and other essentials, and how to pair them with clean communication so your dog understands exactly what wins.
Most owners talk too much to their dogs while ignoring what really matters: body language and tone. Dogs read posture, energy, and voice long before they process words, and mismatched signals create confusion.
Most owners think more love will solve behavior problems, but the truth is too much affection without leadership creates anxious, demanding dogs. In this episode, we unpack why affection without boundaries fuels chaos and how pairing love with structure builds…
Most owners think dog training comes down to talent or special tricks, but the real secret is consistency. In this episode, we break down why routines matter more than perfect timing, flashy skills, or even experience.
Clear communication changes everything. In this episode, we dive into how marker words like YES, FREE, and NO create a simple language that helps dogs understand exactly what we want from them. Most owners confuse praise with training, but markers give your do…
Every great dog starts with great leadership. In this first episode, we dig into what it really means to step into the role of pack leader in your home. Too many owners rely on love and affection alone, but dogs need more than that, they need clarity and consi…
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