Stress Free Dog Walks

By Katie Guastapaglia

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Join me, Katie G, for the Stress Free Dog Walks show every week on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts from! You’ll get real-world practical advice that you can apply immediately to your own dog, out there on your very next walk, so they ignore distractions and listen to you, walk nicely, and come back when called - even when there’s something more exciting going on! Even more importantly, I’m showing you why dog training alone will NOT solve your problems. We’re diving deep into everything they DON’T tell you in face-to-face training: the psychology of turning your pulling, barking, lunging dog into a stress free walking companion! There are SO MANY training classes, 1-1 programmes, books, reels, blogs... but so few dog owners ACTUALLY enjoying relaxing walks. I untangle the common misconception that dog training is all it takes to fix the pulling, barking and lunging... and what you need instead! It’s free to listen and subscribe, and some episodes I’ll be joined by a stress free dog owner spilling their secrets to success - so you can steal their strategy for your own dog! Plus look out for longer behind-the-scenes juicy bonus episodes with my team of dog trainers and behaviourists! Find Stress Free Walks on all your major podcast players. Prefer to watch the show instead? YouTube. Or grab a cuppa and read the full written article. Did I mention? It’s free! Tune in while you’re commuting in the car, jogging at the gym, and of course, walking your dog! 🎙️ Connect with me and join the conversation: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StressFreeDogWalks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogwoodadventureplay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogwoodAdventurePlay Learning Centre: https://www.stressfreedogwalks.com

Episode Date
Stop Making These 2 Mistakes if Your Dog Pulls, Barks or Lunges
May 09, 2026
The Different Types of Scentwork that Calm Pulling, Barking Dogs
Apr 18, 2026
Dog Training Isn’t Hard, It's Misunderstood
Mar 28, 2026
What Street Dogs Know About Happiness That Pet Dogs Don’t
Mar 14, 2026
Progress, Setbacks, and the Psychology of Sticking With It
Jan 31, 2026
Why Dog Training Works for Some Owners (And Not Others)
Jan 24, 2026
Stop Training Loose Lead Walking & Recall Until You Hear This
Jan 16, 2026
When Dog Walks Cause Shame & Embarrassment
Jan 10, 2026
One Toolkit That Solves Multiple Dog Training Problems
Jan 03, 2026
Reactivity Is Not a Behaviour Problem (Why Training Isn’t Working)
Dec 27, 2025
How to Pass Other Dogs on Walks if Yours is Anxious, Excitable or Reactive
Dec 20, 2025
EXACTLY How to Reply to Unwelcome Opinions About Your Dog
Dec 06, 2025
The Scary Truth About Over-Exercising Your Teenage Dog
Nov 29, 2025
The Training Adjustments Every Teenage Dog Needs
Nov 22, 2025
How to Survive Your Dog’s Teenage Phase (Without Losing Your Mind)
Nov 15, 2025
What to Do When an Off-Lead Dog Comes Charging at You
Nov 08, 2025
Act FAST If Your Dog Gets Spooked (Split Second Recovery Plan)
Oct 18, 2025
Prevent Dog Reactivity, Fear or Anxiety from a Bad First Experience
Oct 11, 2025
From 17 Triggers to Calm Walks: How They Stopped Charlie’s Pulling
Oct 04, 2025
The ‘Stop-Start’ Loose Leash Method Can Make Pulling Worse
Sep 27, 2025
Why The Dog-Human Clash Makes Loose Leash Walking Feel Hard
Sep 20, 2025
To Stop Your Dog Leash Pulling You Must Know These 7 Reasons First
Sep 13, 2025
Scatter Feeding Is Not ‘Enrichment’ (Behaviour Can Get Worse)
Sep 06, 2025
Why Distraction Isn’t Enough for Reactive Dogs
Aug 30, 2025
4 Sneaky Dog Training Mistakes Sabotaging Your Progress
Aug 23, 2025
Better ‘Socialisation’ Strategies for Reactive, Anxious & Over-Excited Dogs
Aug 16, 2025
Decompression Walks Explained: A Must for Every Reactive Dog
Aug 09, 2025
Why 'They’ll Get Used to It' Doesn’t Work for Reactive Dogs
Aug 02, 2025
The ‘Fix-It Mode’ Trap: Why Trying Too Hard Can Set You Back
Jul 26, 2025
How to Choose the Right Trainer for Your Reactive or Anxious Dog
Jul 05, 2025
5 Types of Skills You Need For Stress Free Walks
Jun 28, 2025
How to Keep Your Dog Calm (Even When Walks Get Chaotic)
Jun 21, 2025
Why You Need to STOP Apologising for Your Dog
Jun 14, 2025
How Much Time Should You Spend Training Your Dog? (Realistic, Science-Backed Advice)
Jun 07, 2025
Why Your Dog Isn’t Listening to You on Walks (And What to Do)
May 31, 2025
Is Ball Play Fuelling Your Dog’s Over Excitement or Reactivity?
May 24, 2025
Dog Refusing Treats? How to Help Them Have Stress Free Walks
May 17, 2025
5-Step Recovery Plan to Calm Your Dog After Barking, Lunging and Reactivity
May 10, 2025
If Your Dog Growls at Someone, Here’s EXACTLY What to Do
May 03, 2025
How To Live NOW To Avoid Regret When Your Dog Is Gone
Apr 26, 2025
Why It’s Not Working (Yet): The Truth About Real Dog Training Progress
Apr 19, 2025
Embarrassed, Judged, Exposed: Why Dog Walks Feel So Hard
Apr 12, 2025
The REAL Reason People Judge You and Your Dog (It’s Not About You)
Mar 30, 2025
Lazy Recall Training Advice You Can Ignore Right Now
Mar 30, 2025
Teach Your Dog to THINK (Instead of Reacting)
Mar 30, 2025
Why Walks Go Wrong Before You’ve Even Left the House
Mar 30, 2025
Calmer Human, Calmer Dog? The Science Says YES
Mar 30, 2025
Why the Tools, Trainers & Tips Haven’t Fixed Your Dog’s Behaviour
Mar 29, 2025
Misreading Your Dog’s Excitement Could Be Making Things Worse
Mar 29, 2025
Why That Short Lead Might Be Making Dog Walks Harder
Mar 29, 2025
The Perfect Lead Length for Stress-Free Walks (And Why It Works)
Mar 29, 2025
This Sniffing Style Makes Your Dog’s Pulling Worse
Mar 29, 2025
Welcome to Stress Free Dog Walks!
Mar 19, 2025