Is your dog overwhelmed… or just a bit outraged the plan isn’t their plan?In this follow-up, Becky and Deb get specific about building real resilience: how to spot the line between fun stress, plain old frustration, and genuine distress; why “just back off” or “push through” can both miss the mark and how micro-choices, smart breaks, and better setups help dogs cope without crumbling. You’ll learn the “conversation, not monologue” approach, plus practical ways to change tack in the moment and lay the behaviour bricks that actually hold up in the real world.Gain more knowledge with the help of Fear Freehttps://www.fearfreehappyhomes.com/

Is your dog struggling... or are you stepping in too soon?In this episode Becky and Deb dive into what it really means to build resilience in dogs. How resilience helps dogs handle real-life challenges without falling to bits every time something weird, loud, or mildly inconvenient happens. They chat about how to strike the right balance between emotional safety and necessary discomfort, and how both ends of the training spectrum can actually squash your dog’s confidence. Plus, they’ll help you figure out when to step in… and when to chill out and let your dog work it out for themselves.

Is your dog getting enough real play — or are you just tossing a toy and calling it enrichment?In this episode, Becky and Deb dive into the real power of play in dog training and behaviour. We’re not talking solo zoomies in the garden — we mean interactive, bonding, behaviour-shaping fun that actually makes a difference.From busting the myth about dogs “winning” tug, to learning how to read your dog’s play style and energy levels, this episode is packed with tips, laughs, and straight-talking truths. Plus, why toys aren’t just for play, they’re underused weapons in your training toolkit.You can find the toys we use at Tug E Nuff Ruff Raggies