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Hosted by the trainers of Woof Academy, Dog Days helps dog owners decode baffling behaviors so they can understand what their dog is really trying to say. Each episode unpacks real-life stories from the field to reveal the mindset behind common challenges like reactivity, disobedience, or sudden aggression — and offers insight into the relationship dynamics that drive them. You won’t find one-size-fits-all training tips here. Instead, you’ll hear from compassionate, often humorous experts who help you build clarity, confidence, and connection with your dog by shifting how you show up. Whether your pup pulls the sheets off the bed or pins other dogs at the park, you’re in good company — and you’re not alone.
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- 1 weeks ago43 min
Episode 36 - Shy & Fearful Dogs: How to Recognize It Early and Help Them Thrive
We’re kicking off a new series on dog personality traits, and we’re starting with one of the most important: the shy and fearful dog.How do you recognize it early? What does it actually look like — and what gets mistaken for something else? And what can you do about it before it becomes an ingrained pattern?Finding that delicate balance between gentle support and real guidance — so they know you’ve got their back.Part 1 of our personality series. More to come.This is Dog Days, where we dive into what’s really going on beneath your dog’s behavior—and how understanding their needs can unlock real, lasting change. You’ll hear honest stories of transformation, unexpected breakthroughs, and the kind of training wisdom that will help you feel more confident, connected, and calm with your dog.You won't find one-size-fits-all training tips here. Instead, you'll hear from compassionate, often humorous experts who help you build an enduring trust with your dog by shifting how you show up to the party. Whether your pup fits the description or not, there's something here for every dog parent.NEW! We're on video! See shorts from the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/dogdayspamela/Watch the whole podcast up close and personal: https://www.youtube.com/@pamela_woof/videos✨ Learn more about Woof Academy and explore our programs at https://woof-academy.com🐾 Interested in becoming a dog trainer? Visit our training site: https://theacademy.dog🎧 Subscribe to Dog Days and rate us on your favorite podcast platform—it helps more dog lovers find us.📸 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/woofacademy_enc/❤️ Our "Heart Project", The Forever Home Foundation, can be found at https://foreverhome.dog
- 3 weeks ago53 min
Episode 35 - Boundaries: Physical and Behavioral Rules of Engagement
Fair warning: if you’re listening to the audio version, you’re missing Roman’s boundary-breaking moment on the video stream — let’s just say it involved a lot of chaos and clown music, and we’ll leave it at that. But don’t worry — the stories in this episode translate just fine to audio.In this episode we’re talking about the what, the where, the how, and most importantly, the why when it comes to boundaries — physical and behavioral, inside the home and out. Dogs need rules to live by, and once you understand why boundaries matter — not just for your sanity but for theirs — the whole picture changes. Plus the stories — and this time Roman made sure we had a good one.This is Dog Days, where we dive into what’s really going on beneath your dog’s behavior—and how understanding their needs can unlock real, lasting change. You’ll hear honest stories of transformation, unexpected breakthroughs, and the kind of training wisdom that will help you feel more confident, connected, and calm with your dog.You won't find one-size-fits-all training tips here. Instead, you'll hear from compassionate, often humorous experts who help you build an enduring trust with your dog by shifting how you show up to the party. Whether your pup fits the description or not, there's something here for every dog parent.NEW! We're on video! See shorts from the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/dogdayspamelaWatch the whole podcast up close and personal: https://www.youtube.com/@pamela_woof/videos✨ Learn more about Woof Academy and explore our programs at https://woof-academy.com🐾 Interested in becoming a dog trainer? Visit our training site: https://theacademy.dog🎧 Subscribe to Dog Days and rate us on your favorite podcast platform—it helps more dog lovers find us.📸 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/woofacademy_enc❤️ Our "Heart Project", The Forever Home Foundation, can be found at https://www.foreverhome.dog
- Sep 9, 202652 min
Episode 34 - Scent Work: The Native Language of Your Dog
Your dog’s nose is doing something extraordinary every single moment of every single day. In this episode, we dig into the fascinating science behind the canine olfactory system — and the numbers are genuinely mind-blowing. We talk about the world of scent-based service dogs: how they’re trained, what they can detect, and the ways a dog’s nose is helping humans manage everything from medical conditions to search and rescue. And then we bring it home — practical ways to tap into your own dog’s native language, use their sense of smell as an enrichment and training tool, and help them thrive by doing what they were literally born to do. As always, there are stories. Because the nose always knows — even when we don’t.NEW! We're on video! See shorts from the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/dogdayspamela/Watch the whole podcast up close and personal: https://www.youtube.com/@pamela_woof/videos✨ Learn more about Woof Academy and explore our programs at https://woof-academy.com🐾 Interested in becoming a dog trainer? Visit our training site: https://theacademy.dog🎧 Subscribe to Dog Days and rate us on your favorite podcast platform—it helps more dog lovers find us.📸 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/woofacademy_enc/❤️ Our "Heart Project", The Forever Home Foundation, can be found at https://www.foreverhome.dog
- Aug 26, 20261h 7m
Episode 33 — Ask the Trainer: What 20 Years Really Teaches You About Dogs and People
We turned the tables. This time, Rachael and Noel put Pam in the hot seat — and asked the questions they’ve always wanted to ask someone with 20 years of real-world dog training experience. What changes after two decades in this work? What’s the hardest part that nobody talks about? What does spending 20 years training dogs teach you about the people on the other end of the leash? No single topic, no technique deep-dive. Just honest conversation, real stories, and the kind of perspective that only comes from being in the field for a very long time. A lighter listen with a lot of heart — and a few answers that might surprise you. NEW! We're on video! See shorts from the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/dogdayspamela/ Watch the whole podcast up close and personal: https://www.youtube.com/@pamela_woof/videos ✨ Learn more about Woof Academy and explore our programs at https://woof-academy.com 🐾 Interested in becoming a dog trainer? Visit our training site: https://theacademy.dog 🎧 Subscribe to Dog Days and rate us on your favorite podcast platform—it helps more dog lovers find us. 📸 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/woofacademy_enc/ ❤️ Our "Heart Project", The Forever Home Foundation, can be found at https://www.foreverhome.dog
- Aug 12, 20261h 4m
Episode 32 - Doggie Day Care: What to Look For, What to Expect & Questions to Ask
Ever wonder what really goes on at doggie day care? We go behind the scenes — the good, the surprising, and the things most owners never think to ask about. We cover what to look for when choosing a day care, the questions you should be asking before your dog goes in, and what to realistically expect once they’re there. And of course the stories, because our own experiences have been full of moments that taught us more than any handbook could. Doggie day care done right can be an incredible form of enrichment, especially for puppies. Done wrong, it can set a dog back. We’re here to help you know the difference. A lighter listen with a lot of practical takeaways and a few laughs along the way. NEW! We're on video! See shorts from the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/dogdayspamela/ Watch the whole podcast up close and personal: https://www.youtube.com/@pamela_woof/videos ✨ Learn more about Woof Academy and explore our programs at https://woof-academy.com 🐾 Interested in becoming a dog trainer? Visit our training site: https://theacademy.dog 🎧 Subscribe to Dog Days and rate us on your favorite podcast platform—it helps more dog lovers find us. 📸 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/woofacademy_enc/ ❤️ Our "Heart Project", The Forever Home Foundation, can be found at foreverhome.dog This is Dog Days, where we dive into what’s really going on beneath your dog’s behavior—and how understanding their needs can unlock real, lasting change. You’ll hear honest stories of transformation, unexpected breakthroughs, and the kind of training wisdom that will help you feel more confident, connected, and calm with your dog. You won't find one-size-fits-all training tips here. Instead, you'll hear from compassionate, often humorous experts who help you build an enduring trust with your dog by shifting how you show up to the party. Whether your pup fits the description or not, there's something here for every dog parent.
- Jul 29, 20261h 5m
Episode 31: Real Talk From Dog Trainers: Surprises, Worries & Tips You Need
This one's a little different. No single topic, no deep dive — just the stories, moments, and hard-won lessons that remind us why we love working with dogs every single day. And why we're still here. Pam introduces the idea of “edutainment” — education with an entertainment spin — and honestly, that’s exactly what this episode is. We get into the moments that surprised us, the dogs that taught us more than we taught them, and a handful of real, practical tips woven in along the way. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s actually like to be a dog trainer — working outdoors, in real environments, with real dogs and real people — this is that conversation. A lighter listen, a lot of heart, and a few things you can probably use with your dog today. This is Dog Days, where we dive into what’s really going on beneath your dog’s behavior—and how understanding their needs can unlock real, lasting change. You’ll hear honest stories of transformation, unexpected breakthroughs, and the kind of training wisdom that will help you feel more confident, connected, and calm with your dog. You won't find one-size-fits-all training tips here. Instead, you'll hear from compassionate, often humorous experts who help you build an enduring trust with your dog by shifting how you show up to the party. Whether your pup fits the description or not, there's something here for every dog parent. NEW! We're on video! See shorts from the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/dogdayspamela/ Watch the whole podcast up close and personal: https://www.youtube.com/@pamela_woof/videos ✨ Learn more about Woof Academy and explore our programs at https://woof-academy.com 🐾 Interested in becoming a dog trainer? Visit our training site: https://theacademy.dog 🎧 Subscribe to Dog Days and rate us on your favorite podcast platform—it helps more dog lovers find us. 📸 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/woofacademy_enc/ ❤️ Our "Heart Project", The Forever Home Foundation, can be found at https://foreverhome.dog
- Jul 15, 202652 min
Household & Environmental Hazards: Hidden Dangers for Dogs
Another installment in our safety series, “Hey, Let’s Be Careful Out There,” our ongoing safety series — and this one stays close to home, literally. We’re covering the household and environmental hazards that put dogs at risk: plants, chemicals, and food items that are toxic, some of which genuinely surprised us when we started looking into this episode. We walk through what to watch for in your house and yard, the everyday foods that are riskier than most owners realize, and what to actually do if your dog gets into something dangerous. An ounce of prevention goes a long way — and this episode gives you exactly that. Topics: toxic plants for dogs, foods toxic to dogs, household chemical hazards, dog poisoning prevention, pet-safe home, dog safety at home. This is Dog Days, where we dive into what’s really going on beneath your dog’s behavior—and how understanding their needs can unlock real, lasting change. You’ll hear honest stories of transformation, unexpected breakthroughs, and the kind of training wisdom that will help you feel more confident, connected, and calm with your dog. You won't find one-size-fits-all training tips here. Instead, you'll hear from compassionate, often humorous experts who help you build an enduring trust with your dog by shifting how you show up to the party. Whether your pup fits the description or not, there's something here for every dog parent. NEW! We're on video! See shorts from the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/dogdayspamela/ Watch the whole podcast up close and personal: https://www.youtube.com/@pamela_woof/videos ✨ Learn more about Woof Academy and explore our programs at woof-academy.com 🐾 Interested in becoming a dog trainer? Visit our training site: theacademy.dog 🎧 Subscribe to Dog Days and rate us on your favorite podcast platform—it helps more dog lovers find us. 📸 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/woofacademy_enc/ ❤️ Our "Heart Project", The Forever Home Foundation, can be found at foreverhome.dog
- Jul 1, 202650 min
Dog Reactivity and Aggression: How to Stay Safe On and Off Leash
Part 2 of “Hey, Let's Be Careful Out There,” our ongoing safety series — and this one covers a situation almost every dog owner will face at some point: a dog reacting aggressively, whether it's yours or one you run into on a walk. We talk through what's actually happening in those moments, the early warning signs most people miss, and exactly what to do to keep yourself and your dog safe — both on leash and off. This isn't about scaring you. It's about giving you a clear plan so you're not caught off guard. If you listened to Episode 28 on rattlesnake safety, this picks up that same thread — practical, real-world safety information for the situations dog owners actually run into. Topics: dog reactivity, dog aggression, leash reactivity, off-leash safety, reading warning signs in dogs, de-escalating a dangerous situation. This is Dog Days, where we dive into what’s really going on beneath your dog’s behavior—and how understanding their needs can unlock real, lasting change. You’ll hear honest stories of transformation, unexpected breakthroughs, and the kind of training wisdom that will help you feel more confident, connected, and calm with your dog. You won't find one-size-fits-all training tips here. Instead, you'll hear from compassionate, often humorous experts who help you build an enduring trust with your dog by shifting how you show up to the party. Whether your pup fits the description or not, there's something here for every dog parent. NEW! We're on video! See shorts from the podcast: www.instagram.com/dogdayspamela/ Watch the whole podcast up close and personal: www.youtube.com/@pamela_woof/videos ✨ Learn more about Woof Academy and explore our programs at woof-academy.com 🐾 Interested in becoming a dog trainer? Visit our training site: theacademy.dog 🎧 Subscribe to Dog Days and rate us on your favorite podcast platform—it helps more dog lovers find us. 📸 Follow us on Instagram www.instagram.com/woofacademy_enc/ ❤️ Our "Heart Project", The Forever Home Foundation, can be found at foreverhome.dog
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Hosted by the trainers of Woof Academy, Dog Days helps dog owners decode baffling behaviors so they can understand what their dog is really trying to say. Each episode unpacks real-life stories from the field to reveal the mindset behind common challenges like reactivity, disobedience, or sudden aggression — and offers insight into the relationship dynamics that drive them. You won’t find one-size-fits-all training tips here. Instead, you’ll hear from compassionate, often humorous experts who help you build clarity, confidence, and connection with your dog by shifting how you show up. Whether your pup pulls the sheets off the bed or pins other dogs at the park, you’re in good company — and you’re not alone.
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