Real conversations about dog training, behavior, relationships, and what it takes to create lasting change.
Off Leash & Unfiltered is the dog training podcast from Kati Peppe, owner and head trainer of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine.
Kati takes a practical look at the questions dog owners actually struggle with: reactivity, anxiety, aggression, obedience, boundaries, e-collar training, puppy raising, problem behaviors, and the often-overlooked relationship between a dog and its owner.
There is no single technique that explains every dog or every behavior. The podcast explores the reasoning behind training decisions, why certain approaches work for some dogs and situations but not others, and how clearer communication and consistent expectations can help dogs succeed in the real world.
Whether you’re working through a difficult behavior, raising a new puppy, or simply want a better understanding of how dogs learn, Off Leash & Unfiltered offers practical advice drawn from Kati’s experience training dogs and coaching their owners.
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Browse the latest episodes below for discussions, Q&As, training advice, and deeper dives into common dog behavior and training challenges.
Dogs Behave Better When The Rules Exist All The Time—This Has Nothing To Do With Commands!
Does your dog only follow the rules after you give a command?
Obedience Training For Dummies: Effective Dog Training
Sometimes the biggest improvements in obedience training come from the smallest changes.
Don’t Overthink Dog Training—The Principles Stay The Same For All Dogs
Do all dogs really need completely different training?
Not Reaching Your Dog Training Goals? The Bad News Is, It’s You. And The Good News Is, It’s You.
Why do some owners make remarkable progress with realistic training goals while others remain stuck?
How Far Can You Take This Dog Training Thing? You’re Not Reaching Your Potential!
How much more could your dog accomplish if you stopped settling for “good enough”?
One Of The Biggest Fallacies In Dog Training—Extinction
In this episode Kati Peppe takes on a piece of dog-training advice you’ve likely seen everywhere — “extinction,” or simply withholding...
How To Unleash The Worst Version Of Your Dog
In this episode Kati explains how well-meaning owners can accidentally produce the worst version of their dog.
Implement These 5 Principles And Have A Relationship With Your Dog That Everyone Is Jealous Of
In this episode Kati walks through five practical principles that create clarity, respect, and real connection with your dog — not just obedience for...
This E-collar Training Is Too Intense For My Dog
Plenty of owners tell Kati their dog is “too sensitive” for e‑collar work — or that tools and negative consequences are only for stubborn or...
Do You Use Enough Contrast When Training Your Dog?
In this episode Kati digs into a simple but powerful idea: contrast.
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Diamond K9 offers private training, behavior modification, board-and-train programs, puppy training, and other options for dog owners in Biddeford and throughout Southern Maine.