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Is life with your Doodle more chaotic than calm? This podcast helps overwhelmed Doodle parents raise calm, happy, well-adjusted dogs using science-based positive reinforcement.
The Doodle Pro® Podcast is an award-recognized podcast for Doodle parents who want calm, connection, and confidence using positive, science-backed dog training.
Hosted by certified dog trainer and Doodle behavior expert Corinne Gearhart, the show delivers practical, force-free training strategies designed specifically for Doodles—helping families navigate common challenges like barking, leash pulling, jumping, overstimulation, reactivity, and settling at home.
Each episode blends real-life training guidance with a deeper understanding of canine behavior, emotional regulation, and daily structure so Doodle parents can raise well-mannered, emotionally healthy dogs without fear, force, or outdated methods.
Inside the podcast, you’ll learn how to:
- Build calm and focus through predictable, flexible daily routines
- Use positive, pain-free solutions for leash skills, greetings, and distractions
- Support Doodles through anxiety, separation-related behaviors, and over-arousal
- Strengthen trust and the human–dog bond through thoughtful training
- Apply expert insights on grooming, health, enrichment, and social development
The Doodle Pro® Podcast also features conversations with respected trainers, behaviorists, veterinarians, and pet professionals—bringing listeners modern, evidence-informed perspectives grounded in behavioral science.
Whether you’re raising a puppy, navigating adolescence, or supporting an adult or senior Doodle, this podcast offers a compassionate, practical roadmap for life with a Doodle.
🎧 Trusted by Doodle parents worldwide
📘 From the author of the Amazon bestselling Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™
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You called him in from the backyard 100 times while he barked at the fence. He heard every single one. He glanced over. And went right back to barking. You have watched the YouTube videos. You did the puppy class — maybe your Doodle was even a star student inside the building. You tried the online training membership. Maybe you hired the expensive professional trainer. And none of it transferred to real life. In this episode,I break down exactly why — and it has nothing to do with your cons...
Is life with your Doodle more chaotic than calm? There is a name for the pattern behind it — and it is not bad dog. In this episode I am decoding the Trust Fund Puppy: what it is, why Doodles drift there faster than almost any other breed, ten signs your dog has landed there, and the one structural shift that flips the whole dynamic. This concept comes from trainer and author Suzanne Clothier and her relationship-centered training philosophy — one of the most useful frameworks I have ever bro...
A major study from the Royal Veterinary College went viral this week, and headlines from the BBC to Smithsonian Magazine declared that Doodles "behave worse" than purebred dogs. Before you panic, read this. I read all 24 pages of the actual study. Plus the 2024 companion study from the same research team. And what I found is a story that is significantly more nuanced, more hopeful, and more useful than any headline captured. In this episode I break down what the study actually measured (owner...
If you've ever been judged in a comment section, at the dog park, or by a trainer for choosing a Doodle, this episode is for you. I dig into the most common criticisms of Doodles and do something most people in those conversations don't do: I actually engage with them. I explain what the critics get right, where their arguments fall apart, and why the science behind your Doodle's intelligence, sensitivity, and drive is exactly the reason Doodle-specific training matters. You'll al...
Does your Doodle seem impossible to tire out? You walked them, played fetch, hit the dog park — and they're STILL bouncing off the walls. Here's the truth: more exercise isn't the answer. It might actually be making things worse. In this episode, Corinne Gearhart, The Doodle Pro®, shares why the classic "a tired dog is a good dog" advice fails Doodles — and what's really going on when your dog can't settle. Before becoming The Doodle Pro, Corinne owned one of her area's top dog walking compan...
Many Doodle parents ask whether a board and train program for dogs is the best solution. Many Doodle parents eventually ask the same question: “Should I send my dog to a board and train program?” It’s a very understandable thought. When your dog is jumping, pulling on leash, barking, or struggling to settle, the idea of sending them away for a few weeks and getting back a perfectly trained dog can sound incredibly appealing. In this episode, I’m sharing a personal story about sending my own P...
In Part Two of my conversation with Jean Donaldson, members of The Doodle Pro® Honor Society were live in the room asking real training questions about distraction, jumping, dog parks, and choosing the right trainer. How do you choose a dog trainer you can trust? Why does your dog listen inside but ignore you outside? And what does “balanced training” actually mean? We break it all down. How to Choose a Dog Trainer Not all trainers are created equal. We discuss why certification matters, what...
Jean Donaldson joins me for a powerful conversation about what she calls The Culture Clash between humans and dogs. If you’ve ever thought your Doodle: • “knows he did wrong” • is being stubborn • should be eager to please • is acting dominant This episode will shift how you see your dog forever. We dive into: Why assigning morality to dogs leads to harsh trainingThe truth about “eager to please”Why intelligence is often misunderstood in DoodlesDemand barking and...
This is a short, time-sensitive episode. If you’ve been listening over the past week and thinking about joining the Doodle Pro® Honor Society, today is your last chance. Doors close at midnight tonight. In last week’s episode, I shared why I did something I said I’d never do: open my private, alumni-only community to everyone who loves Doodles and wants ongoing, science-based support. Today, I’m explaining why this matters, what you’re actually joining, and why enrollment is closing again. In...
For years, I swore I would never do this. The Doodle Pro® Honor Society was intentionally closed. You could only join if you were an alumni of one of my courses like Zoomies to Zen™ or Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™. I loved that model. It felt protected. Intentional. Deeply personal. And then something happened. While speaking at Podfest in Orlando, I found myself waving down Dr. Adam Christman, Chief Veterinary Officer of DVM360, bestselling author, and one of the most truste...
Winter storms are hitting across the U.S., and I’m releasing this episode a little early because the cold fronts are hitting hard right now. When extreme cold rolls in, I know many Doodle parents start wondering the same things: Is it too cold to walk? How long is too long outside? Should my Doodle still potty outdoors? And how do I protect paws from ice and salt? In this special winter episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, I walk you through how cold is actually too col...
If your Doodle gets wild at the same time every day, barking out the window, stealing socks, or melting down over nothing, you’re not imagining it. In this episode of The Doodle Pro®: Positive Dog Training Tips for a Calm & Well-Behaved Doodle, I break down why these predictable behavior challenges show up on a schedule and what they actually mean about your Doodle’s day. I’m Corinne Gearhart, certified dog trainer and Doodle expert, and I see this pattern constantly. Many Doodle parents ...
If your Doodle has ever growled and left you feeling worried, confused, or embarrassed, this episode will change how you hear that sound forever. Growling is not bad behavior. It is communication. And when we listen instead of punish, we keep dogs and people safer. This episode is being re-aired in celebration of its recognition as a two-time finalist in the 2025 Dog Writers Association of America Writing Competition, earning honors in both: Spoken Word: Behavior, Training or SportsCaptain Wi...
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 fo...
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 chao...
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...
Does your Doodle bark at harmless noises, freeze on walks, or react intensely to everyday sights and sounds? Fearful, anxious, and reactive Doodles are more common than you think and it’s not a training failure. In this episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, Corinne Gearhart sits down with Dr. Zazie Todd, author of Bark: The Science of Helping Your Anxious, Fearful, and Reactive Dog, to unpack what’s really happening in your Doodle’s brain and how science-backed, positive reinforcement strategi...
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 crat...
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 be...
Can puppies be safely socialized before all their vaccines are complete? This question causes fear and confusion for puppy parents — and avoiding socialization during this critical window can have lifelong consequences. In this DWAA 2025 Finalist episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, Puppy Culture® founder Jane Messineo Lindquist breaks down what science actually says about early puppy socialization, how to balance health and behavior risks, and what breeders and puppy parents can do differentl...
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