No Bad Dogs Podcast
Tom Davis
Hey, there dog folk! Welcome to the No Bad Dogs Podcast, hosted by Tom Davis. Do you often wonder what your dog is thinking? Join Tom as he teams up with dog trainers, dog lovers, dog enthusiasts and EVERYTHING in between to bring you the No Bad Dogs Podcast! Each episode will be PACKED full of dog training information and tips. Don't miss the weekly Q&A segment where you can call in and ask your own dog-related questions! Some of the topics we'll cover include dog/puppy training, dog/canine behaviors, advanced training techniques, teaching and more! Follow Thomas on Instagram - @tomdavis @nobadogs Youtube - youtube.com/AmericasCanineEd
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Mar 2, 2026 • 42min
E349- Your Dog Doesn’t Come When It Matters — Here’s Why
Sailor’s owner calls in about a 4-year-old Labrador named Sailor, a family dog struggling with off-leash recall and occasional dog-directed aggression. They cover long-line rebuilding, remote collar timing and progressive proofing, staged recalls in high-distraction moments, and using e-collar conditioning to stop poop-eating while tightening freedoms and managing interactions.
Feb 28, 2026 • 52min
E348- Should You Put Your Dog Down After A Bite?
Tom speaks with a dog owner who has had an incident with their dog and their young child. Save 50% off your first We Feed Raw Order- https://wefeedraw.com/?promoCode=NBD50All Tom’s Courses- www.tomdaviscourses.comNo Bad Dog Equipment & Merch! - www.buynobaddogs.comWork with Tom! www.upstatecanine.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Feb 24, 2026 • 1h 2min
E347- Why Your Dog Constantly Whines & How To End It NOW!
A deep dive into nonstop whining from an Australian Shepherd and why breed and early socialization matter. Practical tactics for redirecting energy with games, food and treadmill tests. Step-by-step training ideas: calm positions, recalls, long-line techniques and gradual exposure. Realistic expectations about genetics and whether a second dog might help.
Feb 21, 2026 • 1h 4min
E346- Dog Owners: You’re Being Scammed (Here’s How)
They unpack a widespread dog-training scam and why owners keep falling for it. Callers share a reactive rescue’s story and medication effects. Practical tactics are highlighted: building sit, leave it, recall and using clear corrections alongside rewards. Equipment choices, leash pops, and steps to rebuild confidence and reliable behavior are discussed.
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Feb 18, 2026 • 17min
E345-Dog Owners Do This to Stop Stress — It Actually Makes It Worse
A trainer recounts a client case where attempts to stop stress actually increased it. He contrasts gentle pressure tools like martingales with stopping or letting dogs decide. Practical scenes cover pancaking on walks, safe car entry, handling growling, and when medication masks problems. The focus is on teaching movement and boundaries rather than repeated forcing.
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Feb 16, 2026 • 17min
E344- How Dog Parks Can Ruin Your Dog!
A frank look at why dog parks can be risky for dogs and people. Covers cleanliness, lack of oversight, and vaccination concerns. Discusses how crowded parks can overwhelm puppies and create lasting fear. Explores how dogs pick up bad habits and how distracted owners make things worse. Offers safer alternatives like trails and walks and stresses reliable recall before trying group play.
Feb 11, 2026 • 49min
E343-The Guilt of Returning a Dog — And the Truth Behind It (Emotional)
Tom speaks with a dog owner who adopted a Presa that was supposedly good with other dogs, but the Presa is now attacking the other dogs in the home. The owner has two young children, and we speak about the safest and best option for Presa.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Feb 9, 2026 • 1h 8min
E342-The Dog That’s Reactive AND Terrified — What Can You Do?
Lisa, Winston's owner, shares life with Winston, a rescue dog who is reactive and deeply fearful. They discuss Winston’s history, freezing and shutdowns, leash and car challenges, measured pressure techniques, rebuilding leadership and routines, and when medication or tools might help. Short practical steps and relationship fixes are highlighted.
Feb 5, 2026 • 1h 21min
E341-What Your Dog’s Poop Says About Their Health! Dr Holly Ganz
Dr Holly Ganz, microbial ecologist and founder/CSO of AnimalBiome who studies pet gut microbiomes. They explore what stool reveals about digestion and immunity. She explains fecal transplants and oral 'poo pills', practical probiotics like Saccharomyces boulardii, diet and fiber effects, environmental risks, and how testing and targeted microbiome therapies are developed and used.
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Feb 3, 2026 • 58min
E340-The Common Things Owners Do That Create Separation Anxiety (AND What To Do About It!)
A deep dive into how common owner habits can create separation anxiety in dogs. They cover training missteps like inconsistent routines, inappropriate tools, and avoidance strategies that reinforce fear. Practical topics include safe dog introductions, handling reactivity on walks, and using structured training and collars carefully. The conversation focuses on rebuilding confidence and realistic management steps.
