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Amy Jensen is a professional puppy trainer, service dog trainer and creator of BAXTER & Bella, the Online Puppy School. She spends her free time training dogs to be calm, well-mannered household members as well as service & therapy dogs. After receiving many requests to train dogs for people, Amy decided to roll out a comprehensive how-to online training program to help you train your own dog. On this podcast, she shares training tips aimed at helping you be successful on your own puppy training journey. #baxterandbellapuppytraining #theonlinepuppyschool
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Predictability is one of the most overlooked tools in dog training—and one of the most powerful. In this extended episode, we explore how consistent routines around feeding, walks, rest, and cues reduce anxiety, improve emotional regulation, and build true confidence in puppies and dogs. Backed by behavioral science, this episode shows why predictability makes dogs feel safe—and how safety is the foundation for calm behavior, learning, and trust. Support the show Follow us on social media In...
Does your puppy forget you exist the moment another dog, person, or noise shows up? You’re not alone — and you’re not failing. In this episode, we break down why puppies struggle with focus in distracting environments and how to build attention step by step — without frustration or force. You’ll learn why focus is a muscle, how to strengthen it through simple engagement games, and how to teach your puppy to choose you even when the world feels exciting. From name recognition under distra...
You survived puppyhood—so why does training suddenly feel harder? In this episode, we break down the often-overlooked transition from puppy to adolescent and explain why even well-trained dogs can seem distracted, impulsive, or inconsistent during this phase. We’ll cover what’s happening in your dog’s developing brain, common challenges handlers face, and how to adapt your training approach so you don’t lose momentum. You’ll learn: When adolescence typically begins (and how long it lasts)Why ...
Adding a puppy to a home with cats, birds, or other animals? This episode dives into how to safely introduce, train, and manage puppies in multi-species households—without stress, chaos, or unrealistic expectations. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips! Check out our FREE resources! Join our membership here.
If you’re raising a puppy right now—or planning to—you’re probably already thinking about walks, playtime, and basic training. And that’s great. Physical exercise absolutely matters. But today, we’re talking about something that’s just as important—and often overlooked: Mental exercise. Because a tired puppy isn’t just one who’s walked a lot. A tired puppy is one who’s thought, problem-solved, and learned. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnl...
Today let’s talk about babies and dogs. Super important topic. Bailey, a trainer here at B&B put together a Babies and Dogs class for you! She had a baby not too long ago and having been a trainer for awhile, has valuable experience to share with you. I want to give you a preview today of that class and encourage you to sign up for it if you find you are in this same situation. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @...
Join Amy and team for a conversation on barking! Learn tips and tricks to change your dog's barking behavior and keep the peace in and out of the house. BAXTER & Bella Trainers on today's show: Courtney Goblirsch Laura Sarvinski Emily Jolliff Barbara Cannon Bailey Atwood Amanda Crosland Bailey's video of dogs barking out a window: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLF041CM48yC3ED5Ka871dwLcCn4DNDt_n Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBel...
Meet Ben and Kaitlin - owners of Furesque. They are on the podcast today to share their success story with their dog Bailey and using our BAXTER & Bella program, as well as telling us about their unique company they started! If you're looking for a unique family portrait, or a gift for someone special, checkout furesque.com. Use code BAXTER to save 30%. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Sub...
Today I want to answer a question that recently came to my inbox. This client writes, “Hello! We’re on our way to pick up our puppy! One question on the first week together program - should I do one section a day or review the entire week's lessons and practice the content over seven days before moving on. So excited but a little nervous and very glad to have this resource! Thanks!” Tune in to hear our answer! Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella...
We talk a lot about puppies on this podcast or new dogs starting out with their training. Today let’s talk about advanced behaviors a little bit. Maybe your dog has completed our basic and intermediate levels and needs a little challenge. Perhaps you are training your own service dog and want to learn more. Or maybe you are looking to do therapy work with your dog in your local community and could use a few tips. We have an Advanced learning module inside our program as well as a four-week Ad...
Learn about the most advanced interactive dog toy ever created. It's called the PupPod and creator Erick joins Amy on the podcast today to explain it. To purchase a PupPod of your own, visit our site https://www.baxterandbella.com/puppy-products Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips! Check out our FREE resources! Join our membership here....
Need help with drop it? Try switching the point of your focus. It is amazing how this helps your dog willingly let go of things you want back. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips! Check out our FREE resources! Join our membership here.
About the Mutt Dog : The Mutt Dog is a lifestyle brand, but at our core, we are dog lovers. The Mutt Dog community was created to help get more dogs rescued & provide support to shelters across the world. Whether your pup is mutt or purebred, stories of rescue and newfound family remind us to hold our dogs closer and be grateful for their health, happiness, and unwavering love. The Mutt Dog allows us to pay forward some of that pure and true love they give to us to our rescue and shelter ...
Will you have to carry food around with you for the life of your dog? Today we discuss life rewards, what they are, why we use them and how they help teach our dog good behavior. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips! Check out our FREE resources! Join our membership here.
BAXTER & Bella's Online Puppy School includes lessons on how to prepare for your puppy, the first week together, Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Training as well as fun tricks. Today Amy discusses the Intermediate Training Program and gives bonus leash walking tips too. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips! Check out our FREE resources! Join ou...
Sabrina joins Amy on the podcast to discuss adolescence, the science behind it, how to navigate it and build a relationship you enjoy with your dog. https://www.worldofwoof.org/ Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips! Check out our FREE resources! Join our membership here.
Juliette, a BAXTER & Bella client, joins Amy on the podcast today to talk about her dog Dig and her training journey of teaching him to dance! You may follow Juliette and Dig on Instagram @dancingwithdig. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips! Check out our FREE resources! Join our membership here.
Did you know we teach classes and courses all from the comfort of your living room! As a member of The Online Puppy School, you get unlimited access to everything we offer. Check out our classes and courses, available live or on demand. As a bonus today, listen to how we teach sit to say please. It is a polite way for your puppy to ask for something they want. This can be taught to any dog at any age and is valuable in achieving polite behavior. Support the show Follow us o...
Today let's talk about patterns. How do we teach a puppy good behaviors and help them practice patterns to form good habits? Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips! Check out our FREE resources! Join our membership here.
In this episode of the Puppy Training Podcast, we go beyond basic behaviors like sit and stay to focus on the life skills that truly shape a well-behaved, confident dog. Many puppy parents work hard on cues, but struggle with everyday challenges like stressful car rides, difficult vet visits, grooming battles, noisy vacuums, or overly excited greetings with guests. Amy walks you through the essential “good citizen puppy” skills every dog needs, including calm car riding, positive crate ...
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hey! I'm about to get a puppy in about 3 weeks....your podcast is one of the things that has really inspired how I plan to train my dog....just wondering when is it ok to take my new puppy outside of the house without fear of her catching any diseases?