Life Unleashed with Sarah Hodgson
Join author, dog trainer, and behavior expert Sarah Hodgson as she provides training advice, talks to other experts, and demystifies dog behavior one podcast at a time!
Episodes
27 episodes
Unpacking Dog Anxiety, Aggression, and Hyperarousal
In this episode of Life Unleashed, Sarah Hodgson returns from her book-writing hiatus to explore the intricate connections between anxiety, aggression, and hyperarousal in dogs. Sarah breaks down the science behind these behaviors and ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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13:51
Ask Sarah #4
Does your dog bark incessantly at the doorbell? Maybe they're chasing squirrels or lizards while you're trying to go on a relaxing walk. In this episode, Sarah answers viewer questions and explains how one simple game can help your dog desensit...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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28:37
22. Preparing Your Dog for Holiday Feasts
We're all feeling some strong emotion going into this week's holiday. This podcast invites you to look at this season's celebration from your dog's point a view. I offer tips to make the festivities joyous no matter how many paws you walk on!
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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22:00
21. Positive vs. Negative Reinforcement Training
In this episode of Life Unleashed, Sarah breaks down the differences between positive and negative reinforcement training, how negative reinforcement can damage your dog's psyche, and the ways positive reinforcement shapes your dog's future for...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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24:41
Ask Sarah #3
Why won't my dog listen to my commands? How do I potty train my dog in a high rise building? Is it possible to get my dog to stop barking? These questions and many more get answered on this week's episode of Ask Sarah!
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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42:27
20. Getting Your Dog Comfortable With The Vet and Groomer
Unlock a Stress-Free Vet and Groomer Experience for Your Dog! Join Sarah in this episode as she reveals expert tips to ease your dog's anxiety and make vet and groomer visits a breeze.
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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16:53
Ask Sarah #2
Welcome to another episode of Ask Sarah! This week Sarah answers a wide range of dog behavioral questions including how to calm your dog down, how to read dog body language, and what to do if your puppy is biting your hands.
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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26:11
19. Why Dogs Hump and What to Do About It
In this weeks episode, Sarah explains the various reasons dogs hump and mount pillows, other dogs, and even you. Not all humping is inherently sexual, and there are many things you can do to discourage humping if it interferes with your daily l...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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13:55
Ask Sarah #1
Welcome to our first Q&A podcast, where Sarah takes your questions collected from instagram and gives her insight into your dog training and behavioral inquiries. Be sure to follow Sarah on instagram to submit your questions for next week's...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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32:14
18. The Deal with Negative Reinforcement and E-Collar Training
On this episode, Sarah gives us her opinion on negative reinforcement training, the foundations of a dog's sense of wellbeing, and how punishment and dominance mindsets can create irreversible damage to your dog.
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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22:42
17. Preparing for a New Dog or Puppy
Are you planning on adopting a dog or puppy but need help figuring out where to start? Are you considering which breed is best for your lifestyle? Wondering what products you'll need to get started? In this episode, Sarah walks you through ever...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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35:31
16. The Do's and Don'ts of Dog Parenting
On this episode of Life Unleashed, Sarah lays out the universal do's and don'ts of dog parenting that every dog owner should know.
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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29:42
15. How Sleep Affects Dog Training and Behavior
For many of us, sleep is the foundation of our everyday lives. For many dogs, the importance of sleep is often overlooked. In this episode, Sarah discusses why sleep is critically important, the effects of poor sleep in dogs, and how to help yo...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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13:38
14. AI Dog Training? (with John Honchariw)
It's official — Artificial Intelligence has found its way into the dog world. Sarah sits down with John Honchariw, CEO and founder of Companion, the first-of-a-kind AI dog training and enrichment device. Companion uses computer vision and artif...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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38:56
13. Help Your Dog Feel Less Anxious
Does your dog have separation anxiety, social anxiety, travel anxiety, or noise sensitivity? In this podcast, Sarah helps you better understand your dog and provides tips, tricks, and practical advice to ease and rehabilitate any dog anxiety.&n...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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46:32
12. The Fear Free Movement (with Dr. Marty Becker, DVM)
On this special episode of Life Unleashed, Sarah sits down with "America's Veterinarian," Dr. Marty Becker, the founder of the Fear Free Movement, which provides pet professionals, and parents with the knowledge and tools to look after both a p...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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32:09
11. House Training a Puppy or New Dog
Housebreaking is one of the biggest concerns new pet parents have. Getting a puppy or dog accustomed to your rules and routines can seem challenging. In this episode, Sarah breaks down the fundamentals of housebreaking, what to expect, and how ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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41:50
10. Raising a Dog in the City (with Brett Bailey)
On this episode, Sarah sits down with New York City-based dog trainer Brett Bailey. Together, they dive into the secrets of successfully raising a dog in the big city. Brett shares practical tips, proven techniques, and invaluable insights for ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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56:06
9. Helping Your Sound Sensitive Dog (with Sarah J. Cutler, VMD)
Is your dog sensitive to fireworks, thunderstorms and other loud noises? In this episode, Sarah dives deep into sound sensitivity and how to help your dog or puppy cope with frightening noises. Special guest Dr. Sarah J. Cutler, VMD hops on to ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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37:31
8. Preventing Dogs from Biting (with Michael Shikashio)
In this episode, we explore the question: "Why do dogs bite people?” Michael Shikashio joins us to discuss how we can better understand biting and prevent it from happening. Tune in to gain insights on creating safer environments for both dogs ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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44:17
7. Play Training & Engagement Games (with Amelia the Dog Trainer)
Did you know training can be as simple as playing games with your dog? Play training is an effective, fun, and fear-free way to train your pet! This week, Sarah discusses training games and more with special guest Amelia the Dog Trainer.
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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32:02
6. Leash Reactivity: Resolving Poor Leash Manners
Do you ever feel like walking your dog is more stressful than relaxing? Is your dog prone to pulling or becoming overly excited around other dogs and people? In this episode, Sarah dives into the reasons behind Leash Reactivity and provides pra...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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26:18
5. Aggression: The Bodyguard of Fear (with Dr. Stanley Coren)
Your angry dog might be afraid! From spaying and neutering to it's roots in fear, Sarah talks dog aggression with special guest Dr. Stanley Coren.
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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31:09