Barking never means one thing; we always have to consider the conditions under which barking is occurring to know how to best respond. Some dogs are perfectly happy while barking, and some are distressed. And what about the social pressure to keep our dogs quiet? Sarah’s renewed thoughts on barking, thanks to her Icelandic Sheepdog, Rayya, are here for you. ... Show More
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REPLAY: Surprise Party Sue
Stop! Before listening, go watch this SNL skit about Surprise Party Sue: www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4R1yybhmHg Ok, now, is Sue a dog you know? Maybe Sue is your dog. Maybe she is a client’s dog. This skit is something Sarah uses to explain to her clients how their dogs are behaving ... Show More
25m 58s
Aug 2021
YNP #067: How to Stop a Dog From Barking (Part 2)
In part one we talked about demand barking. Here in part two I go into detail about alert barking. Alert barking is when your dog is barking at something. A dog out the window, a noise like a doorbell, your neighbor, etc. This type of barking usually starts in as your puppy ... Show More
19m 20s
Nov 2021
How To Get Your Dog to Stop Barking (Without Barking Back)
Approximately 23 million families in the US got a pet during the pandemic, many of them puppies. At their best, dogs truly are “man’s best friend,” providing real comfort and companionship. But it can be tough when your new dog isn’t adapting as well as you’d hoped. Whether it’s ... Show More
36m 42s
Dec 2007
87: "What a fine dog! What breed is he?"
This time, we’ll hear a conversation between two people who meet in the park and have a general chat about their dogs. We'll study lots of new vocabulary - discussing the breed of dog, commenting on his coat, describing his personality, and more. Our lesson is in response to a su ... Show More
14m 49s
Apr 2023
Cats and Dogs - 5 April 2023
It’s cats and dogs, and a few other critters, too. Animals prowl around inside several English words, including sleuth, which was originally sleuth-hound, a synonym for bloodhound. Plus, the language we use with our pets and the ways they communicate with us. Boop a snoot, anyone ... Show More
32m 16s