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The Dog Gone Positive Way

I’m here to help you solve your dog training and behavior problems. I hope you tune in and learn simple solutions for your dog training issues. Everything from jumping to barking to resource guarding and Housetraining.

Podcast · By Maria Ryan · English · Official site

Indexed episodes, last 90 days
14
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Sep 23, 2026
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Jul 9, 2026

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  1. Episode · Sep 23, 2026

    Balanced Training & Shock Collars: What Are We Really Teaching? (opens the original)

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    In this episode of The Dog Gone Positive Way , I’m reviewing a training short from a balanced dog-training company that uses a shock collar as part of its training approach. We’ll break down what’s happening in the video, why the dog’s behavior may look like “success,” and what we need to consider when punishment or discomfort is being used to change behavior. Does a dog complying mean the dog understands what we want? What is the shock collar actually teaching? And could we accomplish the same

  2. Episode · Sep 16, 2026

    When Are You Ready for Another Dog? | Peggy Frezon, Part 5 (opens the original)

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    In the final part of my conversation with Peggy Frezon, author of Goodbye to a Good Dog , we discuss a deeply personal question many people face after losing a beloved pet: Should I get another dog—and how will I know when I’m ready? There is no correct timeline and no single answer. Some people welcome another dog quickly, while others need more time or decide not to adopt again. A new dog can never replace the one you lost, but when the time feels right, they can open your heart to a new and e

  3. Episode · Sep 10, 2026

    Honoring Their Memory and the Hope of Heaven | Peggy Frezon, Part 4 (opens the original)

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    How do we honor a beloved dog after they’re gone? In Part 4 of my conversation with Peggy Frezon, author of Goodbye to a Good Dog , we explore the many meaningful ways people keep their pets’ memories alive. From photographs and memorials to sharing stories and continuing traditions, everyone finds their own personal way to remember the dog they loved. Peggy also shares how her Christian faith brings her comfort and why she holds on to the hope that we may see our beloved pets again in heaven. I

  4. Episode · Sep 2, 2026

    Saying Goodbye with Love: Knowing When the Time Is Right | Peggy Frezon, Part 3 (opens the original)

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    In Part 3 of my conversation with Peggy Frezon, author of Goodbye to a Good Dog , we discuss one of the most painful decisions a pet owner may ever face: knowing when it is time to say goodbye. How can you tell whether your dog still has a good quality of life? Are the difficult days beginning to outnumber the good ones? We talk about recognizing changes in comfort, mobility, appetite, enjoyment, and everyday activities—and why you should not have to make this decision alone. Your veterinarian c

  5. Episode · Aug 28, 2026

    Wheelchair Repair Nightmare Part 2: They Said It Was Fixed (opens the original)

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    My wheelchair repair nightmare continues. In Part 2, I took my chair to another medical equipment specialist who told me the problem was fixed. Unfortunately, it wasn't. When you depend on a wheelchair every single day, a failed repair isn't a minor inconvenience—it affects your independence and your ability to function. Follow Dog Gone Positive Training and The Dog Gone Positive Way for more dog training, disability, and real-life conversations. Like, comment, share, and subscribe. #WheelchairR

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