In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—responds to a viral social post aimed at prong and e-collar users. Kati agrees owners should ask trainers about tools, but says the real question is what consequences a trainer uses to make behavior reliable. She contrasts “teaching a skill” vs. “making it non-optional,” argues for results over credentials, and shares a fresh success story of an anxious dog learning to sit calmly

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—walks through a phone consult with a future two-Doberman household. She explains why breed tendencies matter, which early behaviors are red flags (like “protective” displays at 4 months), and why owners—not just dogs—must learn tools and accountability. Board & train isn’t a magic button; the prong collar gives leash communication, the e-collar gives off-leash reliability, and your follow-through is what makes it stick.

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—answers rapid-fire questions: how to fix “remote-smart” dogs (who behave only when they see the tool), what to do about meltdown-level arousal when you get home, whether littermate syndrome is real, how to handle resource guarding, and why letting a dog be “a little protective” is a recipe for trouble. The thread through all of it: clear markers, consistent accountability, and stopping autonomous,

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—explains how to prep sitters and boarding plans so you don’t come home to chaos. Expect a little regression, avoid free-for-all boarding, give sitters just a few enforceable rules (front-door threshold, couch policy, place), and make sure your e-collar is charged and on. When you get back, re-install standards immediately—your dog didn’t “forget,” they simply followed different rules while you were gone. Episode

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—walks through a real consult: a nervy, “submissive” young Golden who showed teeth and growled when corrected around a prized item. Kati explains why this isn’t a “sudden” change so much as maturity plus prior patterns, how to read submissive postures without getting fooled, and the exact plan to add structure, stop resource guarding safely, and teach a conflict-free out. Episode Highlights Minute-by-Minute

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—tackles dogs who are always “on”: pacing, window-barking, chewing, whining, or obsessing over toys. Kati shows how to pair a clear “No” with a meaningful consequence, use the crate to stop rehearsals when you’re away, and teach the underrated skill of simply being still with pressure–release leash work and duration commands like place and down. Episode Highlights Minute-by-Minute Breakdown Episode transcript Read the

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—explains a clear plan for helping nervous, flighty, or overwhelmed dogs. The core idea: use voluntary exposure so the dog chooses to stay with the trigger long enough to learn it’s safe. With obedience, accountable follow-through, and calm, neutral handling, you’ll use distance, timing, and pressure–release leash work to replace panic with confidence. Episode Highlights Minute-by-Minute Breakdown Episode transcript Read the full conversation

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—opens a browser, types “How do I get my dog to…,” and tackles the internet’s top autocomplete questions. From service-dog laws and ESA myths to ending barking and poop-eating, feeding and drinking worries, and even teaching a potty cue, Kati explains what’s true, what’s noise, and what actually works. Episode Highlights Minute-by-Minute Breakdown Episode transcript Read the full conversation below. Scroll through the

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—cuts through puppy-raising anxiety. She explains why early management (gates, crates, leashes), clear marker training, and timely, fair corrections create a confident puppy and a calm household—without “ruining the bond.” You’ll learn what to prioritize in the first weeks, when to say “no,” and how to turn the walk into your best relationship-builder. Episode Highlights Minute-by-Minute Breakdown Episode transcript Read the full conversation

In this episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe—owner of Diamond K9 Dog Training in Biddeford, Maine—shares five concrete actions to stop the “maybe next week” cycle and make progress this week. From restricting freedom in problem contexts to learning prong-collar leash communication, introducing meaningful consequences, and ditching toxic training advice, Kati lays out a simple plan you can start today. Episode Highlights Restrict freedom where issues occur: Use crate, leash, or place so rehearsed problems can’t happen; freedom