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.
No, really, stop doing that! Why dog training fails.
Over the years, I have met so many people who are genuinely committed to getting results, but they just haven't been able to. In many cases they have already been to several different trainers, and often have spent thousands of dollars to no avail. If you can relate, or know someone who can, you want to listen. I'm going to point out what is lacking in the vast majority of these cases. Episode transcript Read the full conversation below. Scroll through
Your Dog Doesn’t Know What “No” Means—Reward Markers And Punishment Markers
Knowing how to properly mark behavior is critical to being effective and efficient! Your dog is the master at discovering patterns, and that means details matter. Your minor inconsistencies will translate into pattern disruptions that throw your dog off and drag out the process. Also, most people only have positive markers. Stop giving your dog 50% of the information and expecting results. The word "no" is not a correction. And it isn't a marker until you teach the dog what
Screw The Dog Park
The dog park is a great way to "socialize" your dog… right? In this episode I discuss all the things nobody seems to think about when it comes to the dog park, doggy daycare, and greeting strangers. Episode transcript Read the full conversation below. Scroll through the transcript to follow along. 00:00 — Kati introduces the risks of dog parks, doggy daycare, and greeting strangers. Welcome to Off Leash and Unfiltered Trigger Warning. I'm Kati Peppe, delivering the Truth
Why Cookies Won’t Work
Cookies absolutely have their place! But it doesn't really belong in stopping bad behaviors. Well, not really. Positive reinforcement can be a very powerful ( and dangerous) tool in dog training. If it is the only tool you are using, you might be shooting yourself in the foot. Episode transcript Read the full conversation below. Scroll through the transcript to follow along. 00:00 — Kati introduces the episode’s central question: why cookies are ineffective for stopping bad behaviors. Welcome to
Bad Puppy—Why I Got Into Dog Training
This episode lets you in on how I got into dog training, and I want to share information with you that I wish someone would have shared with me. If you're in a bad place, it can be better. It's really, really rare to have a dog that really can't be trusted if you get proper training. However, proper training can be very hard to find. And what do you do if the training isn't enough? Episode transcript Read the
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