The Dog's Way Podcast: Dog Training For Real Life

In this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Aileen Cronin, the founder of Dogs of Scottsdale and the creator of Baby Pack Leader. We dove into a fascinating discussion about the intersection of dog training and family life, particularly focusing on how to navigate the challenges of integrating dogs into a household with young children. Aileen shares some insightful anecdotes about her experiences with both dogs and kids, highlighting how the dynamics between them can be both rewarding and complex. From dealing with time concepts that kids struggle to understand, to balancing the emotional demands of working with challenging dog behaviors, Aileen's stories are both enlightening and relatable. The realities of dog training are that it’s not just about teaching a dog a thousand things once, but rather focusing on one thing at a time and repeating it until mastery. We talk about the importance of context and consistency, how dogs can behave differently in various environments, and how crucial it is for ow