The Doodle Pro® Podcast: Positive Training Tips for a Calm & Well-Behaved Doodle

Nov 26

This listener-favorite episode is back because it answers the grooming questions every Doodle parent has but doesn’t always know how to ask. I’m joined by grooming industry expert River Lee , and together we shine a gentle light on what’s really happening behind the grooming table — the challenges, the pressure, the heart, and the deep desire groomers have to do right by your dog. This conversation is all about teamwork, understanding, and helping your Doodle feel safe, confident, and cared for. 💡 You’ll learn: • Why grooming costs are rising and why salons are booked solid • What’s behind the nationwide grooming shortage • How often your Doodle actually needs a full groom • Why groomers sometimes must shave a severely matted coat • How to prepare your Doodle for calmer, easier grooming days • The well-meaning habits that unintentionally make grooming harder • The simple at-home routines that help your groomer say “yes!” instead of “I had to shave” If you’ve ever left the groomer confused, frustrated, or unsure what happened… this episode will bring clarity, compassion, and real solutions. ✨ For brushing help before your next appointment Catch Episode #6: How to Brush Your Doodle the Right Way for step-by-step guidance designed specifically for Doodle coats. 🎁 Complimentary Resources for Doodle Parents • Doodle Coat Must-Haves Cheat Sheet The go-to list of the exact brushing tools I recommend to all Doodle parents. Download: https://thedoodlepro.com/musthaves/ • Brushing Guide: What Groomers Wish You Knew Your inside scoop on avoiding painful matting and making grooming a kinder experience. Download: https://thedoodlepro.com/brushing 🐾 Stay Connected Behind-the-scenes tips, reels, and Doodle joy: Instagram.com/thedoodlepro Facebook.com/thedoodlepro Grooming expert River Lee: Instagram.com/thesavvygroomer YouTube.com/c/SavvyGroomer Searching for the perfect gift for yourself or a Doodle lover? 🎁🐾 The Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™ brings peace to pet parents and their energetic pups! This audio course adapts Dr. Karen Overall’s proven protocol just for Doodles, helping them settle and thrive. Treat yourself or surprise a Doodle parent with the gift of calm and a happier pup. Transform chaos into calm today!

Oct 31

Helping Your Doodle Through Daylight Saving Time — Without the Chaos 🎁 Grab your complimentary Doodle Morning Flow™ Blueprint: 👉 thedoodlepro.com/morningflow I created this free guide to help you gently reset your Doodle’s morning routine after daylight saving time. Inside, you’ll find a printable plan and the same 3-day, step-by-step schedule I walk through in today’s episode. When the clocks change, our Doodles don’t get the memo. Suddenly breakfast feels late, bedtime feels early, and those peaceful mornings can turn into mayhem. In this episode, I’m sharing science-based, real-world strategies for helping your Doodle smoothly adjust to daylight saving time—and other routine shakeups like travel, back-to-school transitions, or holiday chaos. These tips come straight from my bestselling book, Y our Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™ , especially the section on Adapting to Life and Seasonal Changes . You’ll learn how to shift your Doodle’s routine without stress, why anchor cues matter more than the clock, and how to bring calm back lickity-split. 🎧 You’ll learn: Why Doodles struggle with daylight saving and time changes How to use a 3-day, 15-minute shift plan to realign routines The role of calm enrichment vs. overexercising Why consistency and predictability reduce stress 📘 Mentioned in this episode: Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™ — available now on Amazon Doodle Morning Flow™ Blueprint — Download it here Searching for the perfect gift for yourself or a Doodle lover? 🎁🐾 The Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™ brings peace to pet parents and their energetic pups! This audio course adapts Dr. Karen Overall’s proven protocol just for Doodles, helping them settle and thrive. Treat yourself or surprise a Doodle parent with the gift of calm and a happier pup. Transform chaos into calm today!

Oct 16

Is life with your Doodle more chaotic than calm—and you’ve started wondering if adding another might help? Before you double the fluff, let’s talk timing, introductions, and what to do if things don’t go quite as planned. In this episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast , I’m joined by Lisa Lyle Waggoner , author of Rocket Recall™ , and her husband and co-trainer Brad Waggoner , both faculty at the Victoria Stilwell Academy. Between them, they’ve introduced puppies to dogs at every life stage—from busy adolescents to sweet seniors—and they’re sharing what really works (and what to avoid). Here’s what you’ll learn: 🐾 The best (and worst) timing for adding a second dog 🚪 The exact first-day protocol—from outdoor greetings to inside management 💬 How to read body language and prevent scuffles before they start 🎯 Why “let them work it out” is risky—and what to do instead ❤️ What to do if your current dog just isn’t warming up to the new puppy 🌟 When rehoming can be a loving choice—not a failure Whether you’re planning for puppy number two or trying to bring peace back to your home, this episode gives you the calm, clear path every Doodle parent deserves. Links Mentioned: Lisa Lyle Waggoner’s Rocket Recall™ Cold Nose College The Doodle Pro® Blog: Should You Add a Second Dog? The Doodle Pro® Academy 🎙 Want to teach your Doodle to actually settle and listen—even with a new puppy in the mix? Try my Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™ —just 5–15 minutes a day to bring more calm to your pack. 👉 Get Instant Access Searching for the perfect gift for yourself or a Doodle lover? 🎁🐾 The Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™ brings peace to pet parents and their energetic pups! This audio course adapts Dr. Karen Overall’s proven protocol just for Doodles, helping them settle and thrive. Treat yourself or surprise a Doodle parent with the gift of calm and a happier pup. Transform chaos into calm today!

Oct 9

I missed you last week — but for the best reason! I was busy loving on more than 150 Doodle parents inside my Doodle Parent Challenge: Motivation Edition. We spent the week talking about how to break the “Trust Fund Puppy” cycle and what really motivates our Doodles to listen. And wow… the breakthroughs were incredible! In today’s episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my signature program, Zoomies to Zen™ — the only Doodle-specific training course designed to transform chaos into calm without fear, frustration, or force. You’ll hear exactly what we do inside the six-week experience — from teaching Doodles to stop jumping and calm down on cue, to building focus, impulse control, and connection that lasts a lifetime. I’m also sharing real success stories from Doodle parents like Rebecca, Nancy, and Anna who turned their wild, overstimulated doodles into calm, confident companions. If you’ve ever thought, “I’ve tried everything and nothing works for my Doodle,” this episode is for you. ✨ Doors to Zoomies to Zen™ close at midnight EST on October 16th, and won’t open again for another 6 months! Join me now at thedoodlepro.com/zoomiestozen — I’d love to personally guide you and your Doodle from zoomies… to zen. 🐾

Sep 25

JOIN THE CHALLENGE (complimentary): https://thedoodlepro.com/parentchallenge Take the 2-minute Trust Fund Puppy Quiz: https://thedoodlepro.com/trustfundpuppy Do you secretly live with a “ Trust Fund Puppy ”—a super-social, super-smart Doodle who gets VIP access to people, places, and perks without offering even a tiny “please” first? In this episode, I explain what a Trust Fund Puppy is, why Doodles drift there, the real costs of letting it ride, and 10 red flags so you can spot the pattern fast. No fixes here—the how happens together inside the Doodle Parent Challenge — Motivation Edition (complimentary, starts Mon, Sept 30; birthday-week $500+ in prizes). Join the Doodle Parent Challenge — Motivation Edition (complimentary) • Kickoff: Mon, Sept 30 • Where: Private Facebook group (doors open now) Optional: Take the 2-minute Trust Fund Puppy Quiz and bring your result to Day 1. WHAT IS A “TRUST FUND PUPPY”? A friendly, much-loved dog who’s learned that access just… happens—doors open, guests pet, toys fly, walks proceed, couches include—without first offering a tiny bit of “please.” Benefits on tap; responsibilities, not so much. Zero-blame lens: your Doodle isn’t misbehaving—they’re following the pattern we accidentally taught. THE 10 RED FLAGS (SELF-CHECK) Greets first; never checks in Threshold turbo at doors Walks = you’re the passenger Ball/tug resumes after jump-bark-spin Couch/bed is self-serve Food bowl lands while whining/pawing “He knows it”—but only when he feels like it Guests get love-bombed while you apologize Pushback (whine/paw) works—you cave Empty hands = low voice value KEEP IN MIND • Feeling called out by #1 or #8 = good data, not shame • Friendly can still be unsafe (door dashing, automatic greetings) • You didn’t fail—you reinforced enthusiasm without guardrails WHY DOODLES DRIFT HERE Bright + bouncy + people-loving = lightning-fast “access happens” learning; we reward charisma because it’s adorable; adolescence hardens patterns. WHAT HAPPENS NEXT There’s one simple, kind lever that flips “does what he wants” into “checks in first.” We’ll put it in your hand—and practice it—inside the Challenge. JOIN THE CHALLENGE (complimentary): https://thedoodlepro.com/parentchallenge Take the 2-minute Quiz: https://thedoodlepro.com/trustfundpuppy Book mentioned: https://thedoodlepro.com/book Searching for the perfect gift for yourself or a Doodle lover? 🎁🐾 The Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™ brings peace to pet parents and their energetic pups! This audio course adapts Dr. Karen Overall’s proven protocol just for Doodles, helping them settle and thrive. Treat yourself or surprise a Doodle parent with the gift of calm and a happier pup. Transform chaos into calm today!

Sep 11

Does your Doodle bark at leaves, lunge on leash, or spook at everyday noises? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast , certified trainer Corinne Gearhart talks with Dr. Zazie Todd , author of Bark: The Science of Helping Your Anxious, Fearful, and Reactive Dog , about why Doodles are prone to anxiety and reactivity—and how you can help. You’ll learn the difference between fear and anxiety, why positive reinforcement builds optimism, and how relaxation protocols can transform daily life with your pup. 🐾 Stay tuned until the end for an exclusive $20 off my Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™ . ✨ More from Dr. Todd: Companion Animal Psychology blog 🎧 Listen now and set your Doodle up for calmer, happier days! Searching for the perfect gift for yourself or a Doodle lover? 🎁🐾 The Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™ brings peace to pet parents and their energetic pups! This audio course adapts Dr. Karen Overall’s proven protocol just for Doodles, helping them settle and thrive. Treat yourself or surprise a Doodle parent with the gift of calm and a happier pup. Transform chaos into calm today!

Sep 4

Does your Doodle cry in the crate—or avoid going in altogether? In part two of my conversation with world-renowned separation anxiety expert Malena DeMartini Price , we explore gentle, science-based ways to help your puppy or adult Doodle feel truly comfortable in their crate. We break down how to tell the difference between protest and distress, when to use shaping vs. luring, and why crates should predict good things (not just you leaving). And because timing matters, I’ll share how the crate comfort schedules inside Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™ show you exactly how long and when to use the crate by age—so you’re not guessing or pushing too fast. 💡 This episode is perfect if: You’ve tried “cry it out” and it backfired You’re juggling crate training with house training You want your Doodle to settle happily at night and during the day You’re tired of chaos and want calm routines Key Takeaways ✅ Why forcing crate training can harm long-term comfort ✅ Puppy vs. adult strategies for introducing the crate ✅ How to use meals, toys, and naps to create positive associations ✅ How to spot distress vs. normal protest barking ✅ The Daily Schedule Blueprint™ crate schedules for building predictable routines 🎁 Exclusive Listener Discount: 🖥 Get $75 off Malena’s Self-Paced Online Course, Mission Possible 👉 Sign up here: thedoodlepro.com/missionpossible 💰 Use code doodleSA at checkout to claim your discount! This course is a step-by-step, science-based program designed to help dogs overcome separation anxiety at their own pace — using Malena’s proven protocol. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “We followed Corinne’s crate comfort schedule from the Blueprint and the whining stopped in days. Total game-changer.” 👉 Want results like this? Grab Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™ now. Searching for the perfect gift for yourself or a Doodle lover? 🎁🐾 The Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™ brings peace to pet parents and their energetic pups! This audio course adapts Dr. Karen Overall’s proven protocol just for Doodles, helping them settle and thrive. Treat yourself or surprise a Doodle parent with the gift of calm and a happier pup. Transform chaos into calm today!

Aug 28

Is crate training only for housebreaking puppies? Or does it play a much bigger role in your Doodle’s comfort, safety, and confidence throughout life? In this episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast , I’m joined by world-renowned separation anxiety expert Malena DeMartini to dig into the surprising benefits of crate training — long after the puppy stage. We cover: Why many puppies become “little land sharks” without a crate to help them decompress 🦈 How crates can prevent over-arousal and support better sleep habits Why ditching the crate too soon can make emergencies, vet visits, and grooming far more stressful How to protect your dog’s crate as their safe space (and teach kids to respect it) The truth about the “dogs are den animals” myth 💡 Want a ready-to-use crate and alone-time schedule designed just for Doodles ? Grab your copy of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™ here: thedoodlepro.com/book 🎁 Exclusive Listener Discount: 🖥 Get $75 off Malena’s Self-Paced Online Course, Mission Possible 👉 Sign up here: thedoodlepro.com/missionpossible 💰 Use code doodleSA at checkout to claim your discount! This course is a step-by-step, science-based program designed to help dogs overcome separation anxiety at their own pace — using Malena’s proven protocol. This is Part 1 of our conversation. Be sure to follow the podcast now so you don’t miss Part 2, where we’ll dive into exactly how to make crate comfort training a joy for both you and your Doodle. 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your shows. Searching for the perfect gift for yourself or a Doodle lover? 🎁🐾 The Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™ brings peace to pet parents and their energetic pups! This audio course adapts Dr. Karen Overall’s proven protocol just for Doodles, helping them settle and thrive. Treat yourself or surprise a Doodle parent with the gift of calm and a happier pup. Transform chaos into calm today!