Pawprint Academy: Your Blueprint to Raising Better Dogs
By TOP Dog Training LLC
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Episodes: 47
Description
At Pawprint Academy, we believe great dogs start with great leadership. Hosted by the trainers behind the app 'Pawprint Academy', this podcast gives you the proven blueprint to harness our TOP Framework, which stands for: Trust, Obey, and Perform. 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. The Pawprint Academy App is available on both Apple and Android devices in their individual app stores!
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Leadership in Everyday Moments: Not Just During Training
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Oct 19, 2026 |
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Balancing Corrections and Rewards: Science-Backed Methods
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Oct 12, 2026 |
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The Myth of the “Bad Dog”: Owner Habits That Create Problems
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Oct 05, 2026 |
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Why Most Training Fails: Lack of Follow-Through
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Sep 28, 2026 |
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Structured Socialization: Beyond the Dog Park
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Sep 21, 2026 |
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Distance Commands: Control Without Being Near the Dog
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Sep 14, 2026 |
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Advanced Heeling and Focus Work
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Aug 24, 2026 |
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Building Reliability Off-Leash: When and How to Trust Your Dog
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Aug 03, 2026 |
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Using Play for Training: Toys, Fetch, and Tug as Leadership Tools
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Jul 27, 2026 |
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Proofing Commands in Real Life: Distance, Duration, and Distraction
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Jul 15, 2026 |
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Sleeping Rules: Bed vs. crate and what it teaches your dog
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Jun 23, 2026 |
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Feeding Time Structure: How Mealtime Reinforces Leadership
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Jun 15, 2026 |
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Dogs and Guests: Making Hospitality Stress-Free
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Jun 08, 2026 |
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Kids and Dogs: Rules Every Family Should Follow
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May 25, 2026 |
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Outdoor Adventures: Taking Your Dog Out in Public
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May 19, 2026 |
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When to STOP 'Treating' Your Dog
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May 11, 2026 |
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Noise Sensitivities: Thunderstorms, Fireworks, and Beyond
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Apr 27, 2026 |
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Dog-to-Dog Aggression: Managing and Retraining Safely
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Apr 20, 2026 |
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Leash Reactivity: Reading Body Language and Correcting Early
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Apr 13, 2026 |
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Crate Anxiety: Fixing Whining and Panic in the Kennel
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Apr 06, 2026 |
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Pulling Toward Dogs or People: The Gateway to Reactivity
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Mar 30, 2026 |
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Overexcitement at the Door: Chaos, Jumping, and Loss of Control
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Mar 23, 2026 |
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Digging and Yard Destruction: Why Dogs Do It and How to Stop It
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Mar 16, 2026 |
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Separation Anxiety vs Separation Frustration: Knowing the Difference Matters
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Mar 09, 2026 |
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Counter Surfing and Food Stealing: Stopping the Habit at Its Source
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Mar 02, 2026 |
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Chewing and Destructive Behavior: Why Dogs Destroy Things and How to Stop It
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Feb 23, 2026 |
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Excessive Barking: Why Dogs Bark and How to Reduce It Without Chaos
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Feb 16, 2026 |
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Jumping on People: Why Dogs Do It and How to Stop It
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Feb 10, 2026 |
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Heel Work: Static vs Dynamic and Why Both Matter
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Feb 02, 2026 |
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Drop It and Leave It: Stopping Resource Guarding Early
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Jan 26, 2026 |
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Sit, Down, Stay: Building Duration Without Frustration
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Jan 19, 2026 |
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The Place Command: Teaching Calmness in the Home
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Jan 12, 2026 |
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BONUS EPISODE: Interview with Sierra Parks - Owner of Summit Kennels
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Dec 29, 2025 |
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The Recall: Why it fails, and how to fix it.
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Dec 23, 2025 |
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Loose Leash Walking: Stopping Pulling on the Leash Before It Starts
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Dec 15, 2025 |
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Building a Foundation: The First Commands Every Puppy Should Learn
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Dec 01, 2025 |
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Building Confidence in Puppies: Setting the Stage for Success
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Nov 24, 2025 |
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Puppy Biting and Jumping: Teaching Boundaries Early
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Nov 17, 2025 |
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Crate Training: Building Security and Independence
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Nov 10, 2025 |
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Potty Training Made Simple: Structure Over Frustration
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Nov 03, 2025 |
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Puppy Socialization: Doing It Right Without Overwhelming Your Pup
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Oct 20, 2025 |
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Accountability and Tools: Collars, Leashes, and When to Use Them
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Oct 13, 2025 |
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Body Language and Tone: Communicating Beyond Words
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Oct 06, 2025 |
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Affection vs Leadership: How Too Much Love Creates Chaos (Guest: SOCOM MPC Dog Handler)
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Sep 29, 2025 |
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The Power of Consistency: Why Routines Matter More Than Talent
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Sep 22, 2025 |
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Marker Words: Building a Shared Language with Your Dog
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Sep 15, 2025 |
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The Pack Leader Mindset: Why Dogs Thrive with Structure
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Sep 08, 2025 |