Explore every episode of the podcast Will Bangura's Dog Training Today
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| When Dogs Guard People: Resource Guarding a Pet Parent | 29 Apr 2026 | 01:05:18 | |
In this episode of Will Bangura’s Dog Training Today, dog behaviorist Will Bangura explains one of the most misunderstood forms of resource guarding: when a dog guards access to a pet parent, family member, couch, bed, lap, or preferred person. Many pet parents describe this behavior as jealousy, protectiveness, or loyalty. However, when a dog stiffens, blocks, growls, snaps, lunges, or bites as another dog, spouse, child, visitor, or family member approaches, the behavior may be better understood as resource guarding. Will breaks down what person-directed resource guarding looks like, why it happens, why punishment can increase risk, and how pet parents can begin managing the behavior safely. He also explains the importance of distance, early body language, threshold awareness, pain and medical considerations, multi-dog household management, and humane behavior modification. This episode is especially important for families living with multiple dogs, dogs who guard the couch or bed, dogs who growl when another dog approaches a pet parent, and dogs who become tense or aggressive when people come too close to a valued person. Learn why growling should not be punished, why dogs should not be forced to “work it out,” and why the goal is not forced sharing. The goal is safety, emotional change, predictable routines, and helping the dog learn that people and dogs approaching the pet parent are not a threat. Will Bangura, M.S., CAB-ICB, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FDM, FFCP, is a certified dog behaviorist and founder of Phoenix Dog Training, specializing in dog aggression, leash reactivity, separation anxiety, fears, phobias, resource guarding, dogs fighting in the home, and complex canine behavior problems. Official Links: • Phoenix Dog Training: https://phoenixdogtraining.com Hashtags: #WillBangura If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| Balanced Training Myths - Positive Reinforcement Truths | 06 Oct 2025 | 00:38:41 | |
In this episode of Will Bangura’s Dog Training Today, dog behaviorist Will Bangura breaks down the myth of “balanced training” and explains why punishment, corrections, and aversive tools often suppress behavior without changing the underlying emotional state driving the behavior. Many pet parents are told that dogs need corrections to become reliable. In reality, dogs struggling with aggression, reactivity, fear, or anxiety often need emotional safety, clear communication, skill building, counterconditioning, desensitization, and positive reinforcement systems that teach the dog what to do instead. This episode explains why force-free dog training is not permissive, weak, or incomplete. It is a full behavior change system built on learning theory, emotional conditioning, welfare, and evidence-based behavior modification. Topics covered include: • Positive reinforcement as a complete behavioral system Will also explains how pet parents can make better choices when looking for help with aggressive dogs, reactive dogs, fearful dogs, anxious dogs, and serious behavior problems that require more than basic obedience training. Please subscribe, share this episode, and leave a review if you find the podcast helpful. Reviews help more pet parents find evidence-based dog behavior information. Will Bangura, M.S., CAB-ICB, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FDM, FFCP, is a certified dog behaviorist and founder of Phoenix Dog Training, specializing in dog aggression, leash reactivity, separation anxiety, fears, phobias, resource guarding, dogs fighting in the home, and complex canine behavior problems. Official Links: • Phoenix Dog Training: https://phoenixdogtraining.com Hashtags: #WillBangura If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| Unveiling the Digital Struggle: Why Certified and Positive Reinforcement Dog Trainers Are Lost in Search Rankings | 17 Jan 2025 | 00:11:06 | |
Can Google really sniff out the best dog trainers or is something amiss in the search landscape? Uncover the shocking reality behind the digital dominance of outdated dog training methods over certified, humane practices. We promise to unravel how the algorithms meant to serve us might actually be hindering top-notch trainers from reaching eager dog owners. Our fascinating discussion reveals a ground-breaking case study from Chicago, spotlighting the disparity between two trainers’ online presences. Learn why positive reinforcement experts with decades of experience are overshadowed by their less ethical counterparts in search rankings. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #80 PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with Will Bangura. This Week We Discuss in Detail The Use of Markers in Training. Marker Training, Clicker Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura | 05 Nov 2022 | 01:00:29 | |
If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #79 PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with Will Bangura. This Week ALL Listener Q & A. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura | 05 Nov 2022 | 01:00:37 | |
If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #78 PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with Will Bangura. This Week we Answer Questions on Potty Training, Jumping, Barking, Destructive Behavior, Leash Pulling, Leash Reactivity, Fearful Visits to the Vet and Groomers and more. . Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Do | 22 Oct 2022 | 00:59:38 | |
If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #77 PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with Will Bangura. This Week we Answer Questions. How to help fearful dogs, leash reactivity, potty training, jumping, resource guarding, PICA, Fear of Car Rides, How to get a Dog To Come Every time. Counter Conditionin | 08 Oct 2022 | 00:58:54 | |
If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #76 PET TALK TODAY, Dog Training with Will Bangura This Week we Take Calls and Answer Questions. How to help fearful dogs, leash reactivity, potty training, jumping, biting, resource guarding, Door Manners Why Punishment often Fails. Counter Conditioning | 01 Oct 2022 | 01:00:04 | |
If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #75 PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with Will Bangura. This Week we Take Calls and Answer Questions. How to help fearful dogs, and more. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura | 24 Sep 2022 | 01:00:44 | |
If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #74 PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with Will Bangura. This week I discuss How To Teach Loose Leash Walking and How To Stop Leash Reactivity. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura | 17 Sep 2022 | 00:59:27 | |
If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #73 PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with Will Bangura. This week I take Listener Calls and Questions on various dog training and behavior issues, Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura | 03 Sep 2022 | 01:00:33 | |
PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with Will Bangura. #73. This week I take Listener Calls and Questions on various dog training and behavior issues, Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura Dog Behaviorist, Dog Behaviorist If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #72 PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with Will Bangura. This week I take Callers Calls and Questions on various dog training and behavior issues, Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura D | 13 Aug 2022 | 01:01:28 | |
PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with Will Bangura. #72. This week I take Callers Calls and Questions on various dog training and behavior issues, Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura Dog Behaviorist, Dog Behaviorist If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #71 PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with Will Bangura. Dr Karen Becker DVM is interviewed today about pet health and her new book The Forever Dog | 08 Aug 2022 | 01:02:38 | |
PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with Will Bangura. #71 Dr Karen Becker DVM is interviewed today about pet health and her new book The Forever Dog Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura Dog Behaviorist, Dog Behaviorist If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| Stop ANY Dog Behavior Immediately and Easily | 24 Dec 2024 | 00:20:45 | |
In this episode of Will Bangura’s Dog Training Today, dog behaviorist Will Bangura explains how a simple leash can become one of the most effective management tools for reducing unwanted dog behavior inside the home. Many pet parents think of leashes only as tools for walks. However, when used correctly and humanely indoors, a leash can help prevent jumping, counter surfing, door dashing, rough play, chasing, destructive behavior, unsafe greetings, and reactions toward guests or visitors. This episode focuses on management, not punishment. The leash is not used to correct, yank, intimidate, or force the dog. Instead, it is used to prevent rehearsal of unwanted behavior, guide the dog calmly, create distance, support safety, and help the pet parent reinforce better choices. Topics covered include: • Why management is essential during dog training Full Article and Guide: https://phoenixdogtraining.com/how-to-stop-any-dog-behavior/ Will also explains why management is not a substitute for training. Management is the structure that prevents the dog from practicing unwanted behavior while pet parents teach and reinforce safer, calmer alternatives. This episode is especially helpful for pet parents dealing with jumping, barking, counter surfing, door dashing, visitor problems, rough play, resource guarding, anxiety, reactivity, or aggression in the home. Will Bangura, M.S., CAB-ICB, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FDM, FFCP, is a certified dog behaviorist and founder of Phoenix Dog Training, specializing in dog aggression, leash reactivity, separation anxiety, fears, phobias, resource guarding, dogs fighting in the home, and complex canine behavior problems. Official Links: • Phoenix Dog Training: https://phoenixdogtraining.com Hashtags: #WillBangura If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| PET TALK TODAY #70 Dog Training with Will Bangura. Q & A Saturday. Today we Take Calls and Answer your Dog Training and Behavior Questions. | 30 Jul 2022 | 01:03:39 | |
#70 PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with Will Bangura. Q & A Saturday. Today we Take Calls and Answer your Dog Training and Behavior Questions. Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training Discussing a variety of behavior problems like aggression, anxiety, potty training, introducing a new dog to existing dogs, and phobia reactions to the 4th of July Fireworks. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura Dog Behaviorist, Dog Behaviorist, Behavior Medicine for Dogs, Dogs Prozac, Veterinary Behaviorist If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| PET TALK TODAY #69 Dog Training with Will Bangura. Is Your Dog Safe With Your Groomer and Dog Trainer. In This episode I Interview Rosemary Marchetto who is the Animal Advocate that is advocating for certification and licensure of Dog Groomers who current | 23 Jul 2022 | 01:02:55 | |
#69 PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with Will Bangura. Is Your Dog Safe With Your Groomer and Dog Trainer. In This episode I Interview Rosemary Marchetto who is the Animal Advocate that is advocating for certification and licensure of Dog Groomers who currently have no oversight and need to training or education to groom dogs. You can learn more by visiting Bijouslaw.com. Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training Discussing Behavior Medicine for Dogs as Part of Training. Is it Necessary? Are Drugs Prescribed When They Don't Need to Be? Should Medication Only Be used as a Last Resort? Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura Dog Behaviorist, Dog Behaviorist, Behavior Medicine for Dogs, Dogs Prozac, Veterinary Behaviorist, Dog Grooming, Dog Grooming Certification Dog Groomer Licensure, New Jersey State Legislature, Bijous Law, Bijou, Rosemary Marchetto If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| PET TALK TODAY #68 Dog Training with Will Bangura. Behavioral Medicine in Dog Training. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training Discussing Behavior Medicine for Dogs as Part of Training. Is it Necessary? Are Drugs Prescribed When They | 16 Jul 2022 | 01:15:11 | |
#68 PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with Will Bangura. Behavioral Medicine in Dog Training. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training Discussing Behavior Medicine for Dogs as Part of Training. Is it Necessary? Are Drugs Prescribed When They Don't Need to Be? Should Medication Only Be used as a Last Resort? Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura Dog Behaviorist, Dog Behaviorist, Behavior Medicine for Dogs, Dogs Prozac, Veterinary Behaviorist. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #67 PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with Will Bangura How to Prepare Your Dog For a Baby. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training Discussing How to Prepare Your Dog For a Baby. We also take calls and answer listener questions. Dog Training, | 09 Jul 2022 | 01:44:34 | |
#67 PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with Will Bangura How to Prepare Your Dog For a Baby. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training Discussing How to Prepare Your Dog For a Baby. We also take calls and answer listener questions. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura Dog Behaviorist, Dog Behaviorist. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #66 PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with WILL BANGURA. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training Discussing Fireworks anxiety for the third week. We also take calls and answer listener questions. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. | 02 Jul 2022 | 01:00:27 | |
PET TALK TODAY Dog Training with WILL BANGURA #66 Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training Discussing Fireworks anxiety for the third week. We also take calls and answer listener questions. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura Dog Behaviorist, Dog Behaviorist. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #65 PET TALK TODAY with WILL BANGURA. Inter-dog Aggression. Having two or more dogs fighting in the same household. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training Discussing what you need to do when you have dogs in the same home fighting. Dog | 27 Jun 2022 | 01:19:59 | |
PET TALK TODAY with WILL BANGURA #65. Inter-dog Aggression. Having two or more dogs fighting in the same household. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training Discussing what you need to do when you have dogs in the same home fighting. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura Dog Behaviorist, Dog Behaviorist. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #64 PET TALK TODAY with WILL BANGURA . Fireworks Anxiety How to Calm Your Pet and Keep Them Safe. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training to Answer your Dog and Puppy Training and Behavior Questions. In this Episode we Take Calls and Q | 25 Jun 2022 | 01:15:15 | |
PET TALK TODAY with WILL BANGURA #64. Fireworks Anxiety How to Calm Your Pet and Keep Them Safe. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training to Answer your Dog and Puppy Training and Behavior Questions. In this Episode we Take Calls and Questions as well as go over How to Help Your Dog Relax with Fireworks on The 4th of July. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura Dog Behaviorist, Dog Behaviorist. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #63 PET TALK TODAY with WILL BANGURA #63. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training to Answer your Dog and Puppy Training and Behavior Questions. In this Episode we Take Calls and Email Questions as well as go over Aggression, Jumping, Ba | 18 Jun 2022 | 01:25:27 | |
PET TALK TODAY with WILL BANGURA #63. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training to Answer your Dog and Puppy Training and Behavior Questions. In this Episode we Take Calls and Email Questions as well as go over Aggression, Jumping, Barking, Resource Guarding, and How to Help Your Dog Relax with Fireworks on The 4th of July. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura Dog Behaviorist, Dog Behaviorist. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #62 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura: In this Episode we Take Calls and Email Questions as well as go over Human Directed Dog Aggression, Jumping, Barking and Potty Training Questions, and Discuss Clicker Training | 11 Jun 2022 | 01:01:23 | |
PET TALK TODAY with WILL BANGURA #62. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training to Answer your Dog and Puppy Training and Behavior Questions. In this Episode we Take Calls and Email Questions as well as go over Human Directed Dog Aggression, Jumping, Barking and Potty Training Questions, and Discuss Clicker Training Dog Training, Dog Trainer, and Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura Dog Behaviorist, Dog Behaviorist. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #61 PET TALK TODAY with WILL BANGURA . Join Dog Behaviorist and Certified Professional Dog Trainer Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training to Answer your Dog and Puppy Training and Behavior Questions. In this episode, we interview Malinda Malone and Kate Ka | 04 Jun 2022 | 01:02:11 | |
PET TALK TODAY with WILL BANGURA #61. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training to Answer your Dog and Puppy Training and Behavior Questions. In this episode, we interview Malinda Malone and Kate Kasen of The Frontline Coalition and discuss Pet CPR and Pet First Aid. I also discuss the Top 10 Biggest Dog Training Mistakes. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, and Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura Dog Behaviorist, Dog Behaviorist. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| The Power of Nose Work: Transforming Anxious Dogs into Calm Companions | 12 Dec 2024 | 00:18:31 | |
In this episode of Will Bangura’s Dog Training Today, dog behaviorist Will Bangura explains how nose work can help anxious, reactive, fearful, high-energy, and easily overstimulated dogs become calmer, more focused, and more emotionally regulated. Nose work gives dogs a safe, natural way to use their strongest sensory system. Instead of relying only on physical exercise, nose work engages the dog’s brain, encourages problem-solving, builds confidence, and can help reduce stress-related behavior by giving the dog a clear job. Topics covered include: • Why sniffing is mentally enriching for dogs Will also explains why a “tired nose” can sometimes be more helpful than trying to exhaust a dog physically. For many dogs, especially dogs with anxiety, reactivity, fear, or high arousal, nose work provides a calmer path to enrichment, confidence, and behavioral wellness. This episode is especially helpful for pet parents living with anxious dogs, fearful dogs, reactive dogs, high-energy dogs, adolescent dogs, and dogs who need more mental enrichment. Will Bangura, M.S., CAB-ICB, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FDM, FFCP, is a certified dog behaviorist and founder of Phoenix Dog Training, specializing in dog aggression, leash reactivity, separation anxiety, fears, phobias, resource guarding, dogs fighting in the home, and complex canine behavior problems. Official Links: • Phoenix Dog Training: https://phoenixdogtraining.com Hashtags: #WillBangura If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #60 PET TALK TODAY with WILL BANGURA #60. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training to Answer your Dog and Puppy Training and Behavior Questions. In this episode, we take the full hour to do Q and A. Also, The 7 Secrets To a Perfect Dog. W | 28 May 2022 | 00:59:30 | |
PET TALK TODAY with WILL BANGURA #60. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training to Answer your Dog and Puppy Training and Behavior Questions. In this episode, we take the full hour to do Q and A. Also, The 7 Secrets To a Perfect Dog. We discuss Potty Training, Jumping, Barking, Separation anxiety, and more. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, and Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #59 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training to Answer your Dog and Puppy Training and Behavior Questions. In this episode, we take the full hour to do Q and A. We discuss Potty Training, Jumping, Barking | 21 May 2022 | 01:00:03 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura #59. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training to Answer your Dog and Puppy Training and Behavior Questions. In this episode, we take the full hour to do Q and A. We discuss Potty Training, Jumping, Barking, Separation anxiety, and more. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, and Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #58 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura, Certified Professional Dog Trainers and Dog Behaviorist | 17 May 2022 | 01:00:22 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura #58. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training to Answer your Dog and Puppy Training and Behavior Questions. In this episode, we take the full hour to do Q and A. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, and Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #57 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura Discussing Part One of a Multi-Part Series on: "What is Dog Training? How to Effect Change in Your Dog Quicker with More Lasting Results Utilizing Modern Science-Based and Evidence-Ba | 02 Apr 2022 | 00:49:29 | |
Pet Talk Today with Will Bangura #57. : Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training to discuss Part One of a Multi-Part Series on: "What is Dog Training? How to Effect Change in Your Dog Quicker with More Lasting Results Utilizing Modern Science-Based and Evidence-Based and Science-Based Dog Training. Also, We Begin to Discuss the Topic of Dog Training Being a Religion, and Should Dog Trainers Be regulated Like other Professions? If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #56 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura, with Certified Cat Behaviorist and Best Selling Author, Marilyn Krieger is interviewed about everything cats! Cats with aggression, Cats with separation anxiety, Cats with li | 22 Jan 2022 | 00:43:12 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura #56: Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura with Certified Cat Behaviorist and Best Selling Author, Marilyn Krieger is interviewed about everything cats! Cats with aggression, Cats with separation anxiety, Cats with litter box issues and more. Listener Calls with Marilyn Krieger of The Cat Coach. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #55 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. Co-Host Jordan Marsteller Discusses The Importance of Leadership and How to Establish Leadership with your Dogs | 08 Jan 2022 | 00:40:07 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura #55. : Co-Host Jordan Marsteller Discusses The Importance of Leadership and How to Establish Leadership with your Dogs. Special Thanks to Robin MacFarlane for sharing her handout on leadership with dogs. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #54 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. How to Treat Resource Guarding Part III: Territorial Aggression or Location Guarding Aggression. Listener CAll on Cat Aggression between two Home Cats. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Traini | 29 Nov 2021 | 00:45:44 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura #54. How to Treat Resource Guarding Part III: Territorial Aggression or Location Guarding Aggression. Listener CAll on Cat Aggression between two Home Cats. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Professional Certified Dog Trainer in Mesa Az. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #53 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. How to Treat Resource Guarding Part II: Object Guarding Aggression. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Professional Certified Dog Trainer in Mesa Az. | 24 Nov 2021 | 00:45:15 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura #53. How to Treat Resource Guarding Part II: Object Guarding Aggression. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Professional Certified Dog Trainer in Mesa Az. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #52 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. How to Treat Resource Guarding and Food Bowl Aggression. Also, My Review of CBD for Canine Anxiety, Did it Help? Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Phoen | 16 Nov 2021 | 00:44:48 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. #52. How to Treat Resource Guarding and Food Bowl Aggression. Also, in My Review of CBD for Canine Anxiety, Did it Help? Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Phoenix Dog Training If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #51 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. How to Stop Your Dog From Pulling. How to Stop Your Dog From Counter-surfing and Stealing Food. Listener/FaceBook Live Q & A. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behav | 07 Nov 2021 | 00:45:23 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura #51. How to Stop Your Dog From Pulling. How to Stop Your Dog From Counter-surfing and Stealing Food. Listener/FaceBook Live Q & A. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Phoenix Dog Training Will Bangura is a Professional Dog Behaviorist who specializes in dog aggression training in Phoenix Arizona. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| Three Things to Understand about Reactivity and Dog Aggression | 02 Dec 2024 | 00:13:52 | |
In this episode of Will Bangura’s Dog Training Today, dog behaviorist Will Bangura explains three essential things every pet parent needs to understand about reactivity and dog aggression. Reactive and aggressive behavior is often misunderstood as dominance, stubbornness, or disobedience. In many cases, the behavior is rooted in fear, anxiety, stress, frustration, or perceived threat. When pet parents understand the emotional cause of the behavior, they can make better choices about training, safety, and professional help. Topics covered include: • Why reactivity and aggression often come from fear, anxiety, stress, or frustration Will also explains why the goal is not simply to stop visible behavior. The goal is to change the underlying emotional response so the dog can feel safer, recover faster, and make better choices around triggers. This episode is especially helpful for pet parents living with reactive dogs, aggressive dogs, fearful dogs, leash-reactive dogs, dogs who bark or lunge at people or other dogs, and dogs who need professional behavior help. Will Bangura, M.S., CAB-ICB, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FDM, FFCP, is a certified dog behaviorist and founder of Phoenix Dog Training, specializing in dog aggression, leash reactivity, separation anxiety, fears, phobias, resource guarding, dogs fighting in the home, and complex canine behavior problems. Official Links: • Phoenix Dog Training: https://phoenixdogtraining.com Hashtags: #WillBangura If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #50 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. CBD For Your Pet. Scam or Miracle Cure? Interview with Dr. Terry Fossum from Dr. Fossum's Pet Products, CBD, and Cogni Caps for Senior Dogs with Canine Cognitive Dysfunction. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training | 30 Oct 2021 | 00:45:24 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bagura #50. CBD For Your Pet. Scam or Miracle Cure? Interview with Dr. Terry Fossum DVM from Dr. Fossum's Pet Products, CBD, and Cogni Caps for Senior Dogs with Canine Cognitive Dysfunction. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Phoenix Dog Training Will Bangura is a Professional Dog Behaviorist who specializes in dog aggression training in Phoenix Arizona If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #49 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. How to introduce a new dog to another dog properly and safely . Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Phoenix Dog Training Will Bangura is a Practicing Dog | 10 Oct 2021 | 00:44:36 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura #49. How to introduce a new dog to another dog properly and safely. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Phoenix Dog Training Will Bangura is a Professional Dog Behaviorist who specializes in dog aggression training in Phoenix Arizona If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #48 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. Canine Separation Anxiety with Author and Canine Separation Anxiety Expert Malena DeMartini. In this episode I interview Malena about Separation Anxiety and how we can help a dog with separation anxiety. Dog Trainin | 23 Aug 2021 | 00:42:16 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura #48. Canine Separation Anxiety with Author and Canine Separation Anxiety Expert Malena DeMartini. In this episode, I interview Malena about Separation Anxiety and how we can help a dog with separation anxiety. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Will Bangura is a Practicing Dog Behaviorist in Phoenix Arizona If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #47 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. Part 2: Puppy Training 101, How to Start Training a New Puppy and Listener Q & A from live callers and FaceBook Live. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, | 20 Aug 2021 | 00:45:45 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura #47. Part 2: Puppy Training 101, How to Start Training a New Puppy and Listener Q & A from live callers and FaceBook Live. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Will Bangura is a Practicing Dog Behaviorist in Phoenix Arizona If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #46 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. How to Start Training a New Puppy Part One. Listener Q & A from live callers and FaceBook Live. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Will Bangura is a Pra | 09 Aug 2021 | 00:45:37 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. #46. How to Start Training a New Puppy Part One. Listener Q & A from live callers and FaceBook Live. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Will Bangura is a Practicing Dog Behaviorist in Phoenix Arizona If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #45 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. Listener Q & A from live callers and FaceBook Live. How to Start Training a New Puppy. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Will Bangura is a Practicing D | 01 Aug 2021 | 00:45:46 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. #45. Listener Q & A from live callers and FaceBook Live. How to Start Training a New Puppy. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Will Bangura is a Practicing Dog Behaviorist in Phoenix Arizona. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #44 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. Listener Q & A from live callers and FaceBook Live. Pet Talk News, Potty Training, Dog Doors, and Pandemic Separation Anxiety. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behav | 28 Jul 2021 | 00:46:44 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. #44. Listener Q & A from live callers and FaceBook Live. Pet Talk News, Potty Training, Dog Doors, and Pandemic Separation Anxiety. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Will Bangura is a Practicing Dog Behaviorist in Phoenix Arizona. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #43 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. Top 6 Reasons Dogs Bite, Dispelling The Most Common Dog Behavior and Training Myths, and How to Manage and Help a Dog with PTSD, Severe Fears, Anxiety, and Phobias with Counter-Conditioning and Desensitization. Behavi | 12 Jul 2021 | 00:45:37 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. #43. Top 6 Reasons Dogs Bite, Dispelling The Most Common Dog Behavior and Training Myths, and How to Manage and Help a Dog with PTSD, Severe Fears, Anxiety, and Phobias with Counter-Conditioning and Desensitization. Behavioral Medicine as an Adjunct to Behavior Modification. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Will Bangura is a Practicing Dog Behaviorist in Phoenix Arizona. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #42 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. How to Prepare Your Dog For A New Baby Coming Home and Keeping Your Newborn safe. Season #2 Episode 15. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Will Bangura, Dog Behaviorist P | 03 Jul 2021 | 00:45:33 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura. #42. How to Prepare Your Dog For A New Baby Coming Home and Keeping Your Newborn safe. Season #2 Episode 15. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Will Bangura, Dog Behaviorist Phoenix Arizona. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #41 PET TALK TODAY With Will Bangura. Dogs and Fireworks: How to keep your Dog calm during Fireworks Anxiety. Season #2 Episode #14. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Will Bangura, Dog Behaviorist Phoenix Ari | 27 Jun 2021 | 00:26:50 | |
PET TALK TODAY With Will Bangura. #41. Dogs and Fireworks: How to keep your Dog calm during Fireworks Anxiety. Season #2 Episode 14. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Will Bangura, Dog Behaviorist Phoenix Arizona. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| Are You Correcting Aggression or Punishing Fear? | 27 Nov 2024 | 00:03:39 | |
In this episode of Will Bangura’s Dog Training Today, dog behaviorist Will Bangura explains one of the most important questions in dog aggression and reactivity work: are you correcting aggression, or are you punishing fear? Many dogs who bark, growl, lunge, snap, or bite are not trying to dominate people or other dogs. They are often responding from fear, anxiety, stress, frustration, or perceived threat. When training focuses only on stopping the outward behavior, the dog may appear more controlled while the underlying emotional distress remains unresolved. This episode explains why punishment-based methods, corrections, shock collars, prong collars, and intimidation can suppress visible behavior without changing the fear or anxiety driving it. Topics covered include: • Why fear, anxiety, and stress often drive aggression and reactivity Will also explains why lasting change requires more than control. Dogs with aggression, reactivity, severe fears, phobias, and anxiety need safety, structure, emotional learning, and evidence-based behavior modification. This episode is especially helpful for pet parents living with aggressive dogs, reactive dogs, fearful dogs, anxious dogs, dogs with phobias, and dogs who have been through correction-based training without lasting emotional improvement. Will Bangura, M.S., CAB-ICB, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FDM, FFCP, is a certified dog behaviorist and founder of Phoenix Dog Training, specializing in dog aggression, leash reactivity, separation anxiety, fears, phobias, resource guarding, dogs fighting in the home, and complex canine behavior problems. Official Links: • Phoenix Dog Training: https://phoenixdogtraining.com Hashtags: #WillBangura If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #40 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura: What is. Veterinary Behaviorist? Can a Veterinary Behaviorist Help your Pet. In Today's Episode we interview Dr. Christopher Pachel, DVM, DACVB, CABC. Dr. Pachel is a Board Certified Veterinary Behav | 23 May 2021 | 00:45:46 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura: #40. What is. Veterinary Behaviorist? Can a Veterinary Behaviorist Help your Pet. In Today's Episode we interview Dr. Christopher Pachel, DVM, DACVB, CABC. Dr. Pachel is a Board Certified Veterinary Behaviorist sharing his perspective into this Veterinary Specialty. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Will Bangura. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #39 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura: In this episode we discuss President Biden's dog biting for the second time, owner directed dog aggression, How to desensitize your dog or cat to accept having their nails trimmed and also how to get | 10 Apr 2021 | 00:42:59 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura: #39. In this episode we discuss President Biden's dog biting for the second time, owner directed dog aggression, How to desensitize your dog or cat to accept having their nails trimmed and also how to get them comfortable wearing boots for the summer heat or the winter cold. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Will Bangura. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||
| #38 PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura: In this episode we discuss how to deal with separation anxiety and the do's and don'ts for successful puppy socialization, also Pet Talk News. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pe | 27 Mar 2021 | 00:47:28 | |
PET TALK TODAY with Will Bangura: #38. In this episode, we discuss how to deal with separation anxiety and the do's and don'ts for successful puppy socialization, also Pet Talk News. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Cat Training, Cat Trainer, Pet Training, Pet Trainer, Will Bangura. If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. | |||