They Say There Are No Bad Dogs (But There Are No Good Dogs Either)
In this engaging episode of Off Leash and Unfiltered, Kati Peppe of Diamond K9 Dog Training encourages listeners to avoid categorizing their dogs as either “good” or “bad”. She stresses that dogs, just like humans, exhibit a mixture of behaviors, and it’s how we respond to them that shapes our relationship with our pets. Kati passionately expresses the importance of viewing each behavior on its own, regardless of whether it’s likable or not, and addressing it accordingly without labeling the dog’s whole personality based on a single act. She cautions dog owners against making assumptions about a dog’s capabilities based on their usual behavior, reminding listeners that behavior can sometimes be unpredictable. Rather than merely trusting a “good dog,” Kati advises trusting the training implemented. The episode ends with Kati urging listeners to refrain from taking their dogs’ behaviors personally.
