# How Two Dog Trainers Answer the Questions You Were Afraid to Ask | Dog Training

An episode of [The Dog Who Asked for More: Understanding Life With Your Dog Beyond Dog Training and Behavior](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1714293589), 21 May 2025, 54 min.

Audio: https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/504ffd92-ba3e-412c-adda-879d55f8c393.mp3

Not every dog is the right fit for every person—and that's okay. In this episode, I sit down with dog trainer Zoë Holloway of The Dreaded Trainer for a candid conversation about dog breeds, training philosophies, behavior, and what it really means to meet the dog in front of you. From Rottweilers and Dachshunds to shelter dogs and designer mixes, we explore how breed traits, genetics, environment, and individual personality all play a role in shaping behavior. We also dive into some of the biggest misconceptions dog owners have about training, why understanding your dog's needs matters more than forcing obedience, and how unrealistic expectations can create frustration for both ends of the leash. In This Episode, You'll Hear: • Why understanding your dog's breed traits can make training easier and help you set realistic expectations. • How training the dog in front of you leads to better results than relying on one-size-fits-all advice. • Why enrichment, management, and meeting your dog's needs often matter more than perfect obedience. Whether you're raising a puppy, living with a rescue dog, or simply trying to better understand the dog sharing your home, this conversation will give you a fresh perspective on what successful dog ownership can look like. Listen now for an honest discussion about dog training, breed traits, behavior, and building a life that works for both you and your dog. 🐾 Follow Zoë from The Dreaded Trainer on Instagram: @thedreadedtrainer Want More Support? The free resource mentioned in this episode is now part of a full course inside The Dog Who Asked for More community. Current free courses include: • What's Really in Your Dog's Bowl • Why Your Dog Won't Settle • Caring for Your Aging Dog • Pet Travel Preparedness Join the community to access the free courses. 👉 https://www.skool.com/the-dog-who-asked-for-more-6959/about Shop What Em Uses with Fitz & Toby Enrichment tools, nutrition support, and daily essentials — all in one place. 👉 thedogwhoaskedformore.myshopdot.com This podcast explores dog training, dog behavior, dog behavior problems, dog obedience, dog training advice, dog training tips, dog training methods, dog training at home, service dog training, dog anxiety, dog separation anxiety, reactive dogs, dog reactivity, and dog body language. Episodes also cover canine nutrition, dog food, dog enrichment, mental stimulation for dogs, senior dogs, pet loss, and life with dogs. It’s a dog community for people who want to better understand the dog in front of them, make sense of conflicting advice, improve the relationship with their dog, and figure out what actually works for their dog. Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase, it helps support the podcast and the RV tour.

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