Pawprint Academy: Your Blueprint to Raising Better Dogs

By TOP Dog Training LLC

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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.


Episode Date
Feeding Time Structure: How Mealtime Reinforces Leadership
Jun 15, 2026
Dogs and Guests: Making Hospitality Stress-Free
Jun 08, 2026
Kids and Dogs: Rules Every Family Should Follow
May 25, 2026
Outdoor Adventures: Taking Your Dog Out in Public
May 19, 2026
When to STOP 'Treating' Your Dog
May 11, 2026
Noise Sensitivities: Thunderstorms, Fireworks, and Beyond
Apr 27, 2026
Dog-to-Dog Aggression: Managing and Retraining Safely
Apr 20, 2026
Leash Reactivity: Reading Body Language and Correcting Early
Apr 13, 2026
Crate Anxiety: Fixing Whining and Panic in the Kennel
Apr 06, 2026
Pulling Toward Dogs or People: The Gateway to Reactivity
Mar 30, 2026
Overexcitement at the Door: Chaos, Jumping, and Loss of Control
Mar 23, 2026
Digging and Yard Destruction: Why Dogs Do It and How to Stop It
Mar 16, 2026
Separation Anxiety vs Separation Frustration: Knowing the Difference Matters
Mar 09, 2026
Counter Surfing and Food Stealing: Stopping the Habit at Its Source
Mar 02, 2026
Chewing and Destructive Behavior: Why Dogs Destroy Things and How to Stop It
Feb 23, 2026
Excessive Barking: Why Dogs Bark and How to Reduce It Without Chaos
Feb 16, 2026
Jumping on People: Why Dogs Do It and How to Stop It
Feb 10, 2026
Heel Work: Static vs Dynamic and Why Both Matter
Feb 02, 2026
Drop It and Leave It: Stopping Resource Guarding Early
Jan 26, 2026
Sit, Down, Stay: Building Duration Without Frustration
Jan 19, 2026
The Place Command: Teaching Calmness in the Home
Jan 12, 2026
BONUS EPISODE: Interview with Sierra Parks - Owner of Summit Kennels
Dec 29, 2025
The Recall: Why it fails, and how to fix it.
Dec 23, 2025
Loose Leash Walking: Stopping Pulling on the Leash Before It Starts
Dec 15, 2025
Building a Foundation: The First Commands Every Puppy Should Learn
Dec 01, 2025
Building Confidence in Puppies: Setting the Stage for Success
Nov 24, 2025
Puppy Biting and Jumping: Teaching Boundaries Early
Nov 17, 2025
Crate Training: Building Security and Independence
Nov 10, 2025
Potty Training Made Simple: Structure Over Frustration
Nov 03, 2025
Puppy Socialization: Doing It Right Without Overwhelming Your Pup
Oct 20, 2025
Accountability and Tools: Collars, Leashes, and When to Use Them
Oct 13, 2025
Body Language and Tone: Communicating Beyond Words
Oct 06, 2025
Affection vs Leadership: How Too Much Love Creates Chaos (Guest: SOCOM MPC Dog Handler)
Sep 29, 2025
The Power of Consistency: Why Routines Matter More Than Talent
Sep 22, 2025
Marker Words: Building a Shared Language with Your Dog
Sep 15, 2025
The Pack Leader Mindset: Why Dogs Thrive with Structure
Sep 08, 2025