USA Dog Behavior Podcast

By Scott Sheaffer, CBCC-KA, CDBC, CPDT-KA

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Episodes: 83

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Dog behaviorist, Scott Sheaffer, shares science-based insights to help anxious, fearful, and aggressive dogs—and their people.


Episode Date
4 Reasons Some Dogs With Behavior Issues Improve and Others Don’t…And They’re Usually Not About the Dog
May 19, 2026
Why Dogs Become Aggressive
May 06, 2026
You’re Not Dealing With Disobedience. You’re Misreading Behavior.
Apr 21, 2026
3 Common Dog Training Tips That Sound Right—but Make Behavior Worse
Apr 09, 2026
Is Your Neutered Dog "Hormonally Bankrupt?" The New Science of Canine HRT
Mar 26, 2026
How You’re Accidentally Making Your Dog More Fearful or Aggressive
Mar 10, 2026
The 6 Most Misunderstood and Frightening Forms of Dog Aggression
Feb 24, 2026
Do Dogs Go to Heaven?
Feb 11, 2026
Do Dogs Understand Death? What Science (and Experience) Really Show
Jan 27, 2026
The Myth of the "Mean Dog"
Jan 14, 2026
New Baby Meets Dog: How to Set Yours Up for Success
Dec 30, 2025
Why Standard Dog Training Can Worsen Canine Fear and Anxiety
Dec 16, 2025
The Job Your Dog Is Begging For: How to Channel Instinct into Happiness
Dec 02, 2025
Five Rookie Mistakes First-Time Dog Owners Make (and How to Avoid Them)
Nov 17, 2025
The Buzzer Deception: Why Even 'Vibration-Only' Collars Are Harmful
Oct 31, 2025
8 Ways to Stop Your Dog from Barking in the Backyard
Oct 21, 2025
Zoomies: Why Every Dog Gets Them
Oct 08, 2025
The 5 Biggest Myths About Aggressive Dogs (and What’s Really Going On)
Sep 23, 2025
The One Behavior Change Every Dog Owner Should Notice
Sep 09, 2025
Who makes the best dog owner?
Aug 26, 2025
The Hidden Risks of Board & Train Dog Training Schools for Aggression Cases
Aug 12, 2025
Cleaning Up Dog Accidents the Right Way: It Matters More Than You Think
Jul 27, 2025
Is Euthanasia Ever Right for Severe Dog Behavior Problems?
Jul 15, 2025
Cesar Millan’s 4 Biggest Dog Training Myths
Jun 18, 2025
The Hidden Ways You Might Be Punishing Your Dog Without Knowing It
Jun 04, 2025
Why Are Some Dogs Aggressive?
May 21, 2025
Losing a Dog Hurts—Here’s the True Story Behind a Famous Poem That Eases the Pain
May 06, 2025
The Crisis of Unqualified Dog Trainers Treating Dog Aggression
Apr 23, 2025
Can Dogs Be Psychotic? Understanding Bizarre Canine Behavior
Apr 09, 2025
Can Your iPhone Really Identify Dog Breeds? I Put It to the Test
Mar 25, 2025
Why Your Dog Ignores You (and What to Do About It)
Mar 11, 2025
When Your Dog Acts Out: How to Handle Aggression Toward Dogs and People
Feb 26, 2025
Dog Bite Liability: What Owners Need to Know (Including Texas-Specific Laws in the USA)
Feb 06, 2025
Two Signs You’ve Found an Effective Dog Trainer
Jan 23, 2025
15 Truths That Thousands of Dogs and Their Owners Have Taught Me about Dogs
Jan 11, 2025
Should You Avoid Dog Parks Before Your Puppy is Fully Vaccinated?
Jan 01, 2025
Do Dogs Get the Winter Blues?
Dec 16, 2024
The Problem with Shock Collars in Dog Training
Dec 04, 2024
Decoding Fear in Dogs: How Territory and Triggers Shape Their Behavior
Nov 19, 2024
Can Your Anxiety Fuel Your Dog's Fear? Uncovering How Our Stress Impacts Our Dogs
Nov 04, 2024
Why Punishing Dog Aggression Backfires in the Long-Term
Oct 29, 2024
Do Behavior Medications Work for Fearful and Aggressive Dogs?
Jul 23, 2024
Why Your Dog is Aggressive to Dogs When On-Leash, but Not Off-Leash
Jul 09, 2024
Are Dogs Remorseful After Biting People?
Jun 24, 2024
Dog Socialization, Myths vs. Reality
Jun 10, 2024
What is Dominance Aggression in Dogs?
May 27, 2024
Managing Your Dog's Territorial Aggression at the Front Door
May 13, 2024
Why Is Your Dog Aggressive at the Door? Territorial Fear
Apr 28, 2024
Beyond the Fence, Using Proximity to Dog Parks as a Tool to Address Dog Aggression
Apr 15, 2024
How to Walk Your Reactive Dog Starting Today: Treating Your Dog's Fear and Aggression
Apr 01, 2024
Your Dog’s Body Language is Super Important! Treating Your Dog's Fear and Aggression
Mar 18, 2024
Treating Your Dog's Fear and Aggression: Turn the Leash Walk Into Therapy
Mar 04, 2024
A Checklist: Can Your Dog's Fear and Aggression Be Fixed?
Feb 16, 2024
The Truth About Socializing Reactive or Aggressive Dogs at Home Depot
Feb 01, 2024
When Dogs Roll Over for "Belly Rubs," What Does it Really Mean?
Jan 19, 2024
If Your Dog Is Aggressive to People, Never Stop Doing These 2 Things
Jan 04, 2024
Worldwide Debate on Shock and Prong Collars, Where Are They Banned and Why?
Dec 19, 2023
Dog Bites: Unveiling the Different Types and What They Indicate About a Dog’s Aggression
Dec 06, 2023
Mastering Leash Control, The Best Collars for Aggressive and Reactive Dogs
Nov 21, 2023
The Story of a Dog That Attacked a Mentally Disabled Child, a Case That Will Give You Hope
Nov 13, 2023
Why is My Dog Aggressive to People Outside of My Family?
Nov 02, 2023
Dog Aggression: How a Certified Canine Behavior Consultant Can Help You and Your Dog
Oct 17, 2023
Dog Aggression and Your Veterinarian, Their Role in Treatment
Oct 02, 2023
Ashley's Story, Turning Her Human-Aggressive Dog Around
Sep 20, 2023
Barking Dogs: What's the Problem and How Do We Fix It?
Sep 18, 2023
Why is Dog Aggression on the Rise?
Sep 11, 2023
Six Things Parents Need to Know to Keep Their Kids Safe Around Dogs
Aug 17, 2023
The Hidden Lives of Aggressive Dogs: Are They Really Happy?
Aug 02, 2023
Is Your Dog’s Aggression Meant To Protect You?
Jul 20, 2023
Before You Send Your Dog to a Training School for Aggression, Consider These Points
Jul 05, 2023
What Are My Options if I Own a Dog Who Is Aggressive to Humans?
Jun 23, 2023
A Guide to Less Stressful Veterinarian Visits for Your Fearful Dog
Jun 08, 2023
Ten Commandments for Managing Human Aggressive Dogs: Strategies for a Safer Coexistence with Humans
May 30, 2023
How to Use Dog Parks to Treat Dog Aggression
May 22, 2023
Aggression by Your Dog to Visitors in Your Home
May 08, 2023
Use Your Dog’s Daily Walk To Help Treat Aggression
May 01, 2023
Behavior Modification Exercises for Dog Aggression
Apr 24, 2023
Leash Skills Needed for Treating Aggression, a How-To Guide
Apr 17, 2023
Tools and Supplies Needed for Treating Dog Aggression
Apr 03, 2023
Essential First Steps in Treating Your Dog's Aggression
Mar 22, 2023
Things You Don't Want To Do When Treating Dog Aggression
Mar 22, 2023
The 7 Types of Dog Aggression
Mar 07, 2023
Welcome to Dog Aggression Answers (Grumpy Dogs Podcast)
Mar 03, 2023