Sexier Than A Squirrel: Dog Training That Gets Real Life Results

From Perfect Pup to Annoying Adolescent

In this week’s episode, we discuss: Top tips and tricks to tackle ball obsession. In this week’s podcast, we play some top tips tennis on how you can turnaround those adolescent dog struggles. What can you do to rediscover that dog that existed before the chaos and craziness began? Our strategies are those that can be immediately applied after listening to this episode that will help to effectively reduce the behaviour right away. Many naughty adolescent behaviours shouldn’t be practiced and that saying, “Practise makes perfect,” is where we need to make sure what’s being practised is something we want perfected (i.e., jumping on people should not be perfected 😉). Listen for more super top tips on all of those common struggles, all relatable and all that can be transformed through games-based training. Check out our Absolute Adolescence course Support the show (https://www.thesexierthanasquirrelchallenge.com/sexier-than-a-squirrel-2-01618522334883)

September 13, 2021

16 min

Charge The Human Battery

Hey Gamechangers, What is Super Trainer Live? The dog training formula to success has three components. Discover them in today’s episode and action them to get the results you’ve desired in your dog’s behaviour transformation… and while you’re at it, check out Super Trainer Live 2021. In this week’s episode, we discuss: Charging the Human Battery How do you charge yourself up? How do you reset so that you’re in a better headspace? Within this episode, we examine how: Playing the games Investing in your own learning Surrounding yourself with the right people are all amazing ways to transform your dog’s behaviour. Your training journey should be intentional, focused and safe-guarded against those outside influences that will push you into a negative frame. With the right support system, you can achieve anything, even what seems to be impossible. If you love dogs, have a dog, or want to transform the lives of dogs and their owners, invest in your learning and grab your golden Super Trainer Live ticket. Get ready for November to contain your optimism boost of the year to propel you successfully into 2022. What can you expect from Super Trainer Live? Listen in while we tell you the topics that will be covered at an incredible, top notch virtual event that every dog owner should put on their calendar. Get your Ticket Today! And don’t forget, if you haven’t jumped into the Sexier than a Squirrel Challenge, today’s the day! Get it for 70% off! A review is a valuable point of feedback for us. If you could take a moment to review the podcast, that would be so, so appreciated. We want to bring you valuable, insightful content that helps dogs all over the world (yours included). Stay sexy, Tom & Lauren Support the show (https://www.thesexierthanasquirrelchallenge.com/sexier-than-a-squirrel-2-01618522334883)

September 6, 2021

19 min

Should I Use Aversives?

Hey Gamechanger Have you ever felt pressure to change the way you train? Has there ever been a dog training struggle you didn’t know how to solve? Maybe someone has approached you after witnessing you struggle with your dog and told you in no uncertain terms that aversive training must be the way to go for your dog. In this week’s episode, we discuss: Should I Use Aversives? In this week’s podcast, we share our thoughts, experiences and beliefs to help out a super Gamechanger who has bravely reached out to share her struggle with her young dog and the aversive advice given to her by a trainer. We chat about why you don’t need to use force, intimidation, punishment or aversive tools to create a dog who listens and makes good choices. We also arm you with the knowledge and skills to empower you to tune out the naysayers and create a better relationship with your dog by following a training path that feels right for you! And don’t forget, if you haven’t jumped into the Sexier than a Squirrel Challenge, today’s the day! Get it for 70% off! A review is a valuable point of feedback for us. If you could take a moment to review the podcast, that would be so, so appreciated. We want to bring you valuable, insightful content that helps dogs all over the world (yours included). Stay sexy, Tom & Lauren Support the show (https://www.thesexierthanasquirrelchallenge.com/sexier-than-a-squirrel-2-01618522334883)

August 30, 2021

22 min

Barney Is Ball Obsessed

Hey Gamechanger Do you have a dog that is fascinated with their ball? Is your dog a ball collector; from tennis balls and soccer balls to chuck-it balls and squeaky balls? Do they steal balls from other dogs when out on walks? Is your dog absolutely obsessed with balls? In this week’s episode, we discuss: Top tips and tricks to tackle ball obsession. In this week’s podcast, we help ball-obsessed pup Barney and his awesome Gamechanger mum and arm them with some super solutions that will set them up for a lifetime of success - and the best news is, this is going to help you and your ball obsessed dog too! We chat about how you can manage the struggle while working on some awesome concepts that are going to help you create a thoughtful dog who can listen in any situation, disengage from any distraction and most of all, choose you over any ball! There is hope and this super podcast episode is your one-stop shop to getting started on turning that struggle into a success! And don’t forget, if you haven’t jumped into the Sexier than a Squirrel Challenge, today’s the day! Get it for 70% off! A review is a valuable point of feedback for us. If you could take a moment to review the podcast, that would be so, so appreciated. We want to bring you valuable, insightful content that helps dogs all over the world (yours included). Stay sexy, Tom & Lauren Support the show (https://www.thesexierthanasquirrelchallenge.com/sexier-than-a-squirrel-2-01618522334883)

August 23, 2021

13 min

Help! My Dog's A Street Dog Rescue

Hi Gamechanger Have you recently welcomed a Street Rescue into your home? Maybe your rescue has been a part of your family for a while now, but they still have some struggles. Do you have a dog who is terrified of strangers, scared when out on walks and nervous around traffic or loud noises? In this week’s episode, we discuss: Solution-seeking success with Street Dogs Dive in as we answer the question: “Do Street Dogs or Rescues respond differently to training than an average dog?” We share some awesome transformational tips to help an amazing Gamechanger who is struggling with her Street Dog – tips that are sure to help you transform your struggles too! Find out the gifts you can give your dog to help them grow into a confident, optimistic, flexible and calm canine. We also tackle those pesky non-empowering labels and help you take that dream that made you adopt your dog in the first place and make it a reality! And don’t forget, if you haven’t jumped into the Sexier than a Squirrel Challenge, today’s the day! Get it for 70% off! A review is a valuable point of feedback for us. If you could take a moment to review the podcast, that would be so, so appreciated. We want to bring you valuable, insightful content that helps dogs all over the world (yours included). Stay sexy, Tom & Lauren

August 16, 2021

15 min

Reactivity Transformation

Hey Does your dog need a reactivity transformation? In this week’s podcast, we help an amazing Gamechanger through their reactivity struggles with some super tips that are sure to help your dog too! In this week’s episode, we discuss: Achieving a Reactivity Transformation Have you ever wanted a map to transform your dog’s reactivity? Maybe you’ve been unsure on how to get started. Maybe you’ve been told that your dog’s reactivity cannot be transformed? There is hope and we’ve laid out a plan within this podcast to get you started. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube video on this very subject! And don’t forget, if you haven’t jumped into the Sexier than a Squirrel Challenge, today’s the day! Get it for 70% off! A review is a valuable point of feedback for us. If you could take a moment to review the podcast, that would be so, so appreciated. We want to bring you valuable, insightful content that helps dogs all over the world (yours included). Stay sexy, Tom & Lauren

August 9, 2021

13 min

How To Deal With Growling And Bones

Hey Gamechangers Does your dog growl when they have bones or anything of value (or even that doesn’t seem all that valuable like socks!)? What about with other dogs? Today’s AbsoluteDogsTV episode is all about how you can handle this without increasing the behaviour and without punishing your dog OR the growl. In this week’s episode, we discuss: How to Deal with Growling and Bones Have you ever had someone just take food right out of your hand as you went to grab a bite? It’s an interesting question and one to consider when you’re thinking about how to handle a situation with your dog and an item of value. We talk on your dog’s point of view, as well as how you can adjust your approach for more cooperation. What can you do to reduce the likelihood of your dog growling? Listen in on our top tips tennis as we volley back and forth to provide you with the ultimate strategy to overcome your dog’s growling with bones struggles. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube video on this very subject! And don’t forget, if you haven’t jumped into the Sexier than a Squirrel Challenge, today’s the day! Get it for 70% off! A review is a valuable point of feedback for us. If you could take a moment to review the podcast, that would be so, so appreciated. We want to bring you valuable, insightful content that helps dogs all over the world (yours included). Stay sexy, Tom & Lauren

August 2, 2021

14 min

You Can't Catch Me!

Hi Does your dog cleverly avoid coming close to you when you’ve called them over? Do they like to play a game of keep away (and yet it doesn’t feel all that fun for a game, for you?). In today’s podcast, we talk about Dexter, the Golden Retriever and his favourite game, as well as how his owner, and those that have dog’s like Dexter (of every breed, shape, and size) can overcome similar struggles too. In this week’s episode, we discuss: You Can’t Catch Me! Dog Recall Struggles The recall struggle is real! Dogs are creative and really amazing at discovering patterns in the day-to-day. Things like: Clipping the lead on at the end of the walk meaning the fun is over The leash coming out when a dog or human is spotted in the difference! The leash coming off is FREEDOM (and no value in staying close to their owner) … Many of us have experienced this struggle and part of being an a flexible, resourceful Gamechanger is embracing the games-based approach with games that truly speak to the motivations behind your dog’s behaviour. In today’s episode, we dive into some really impactful games and strategies that will help you come out on the other side of this struggle with real-life results AND a dog that suddenly gets excited when the leash comes out anywhere and everywhere. We’d love to know how you get on. Share your experience with us, as well as a review! Your success is important to us! In this podcast, we mentioned our biothane longlines. You can get those and more here: And don’t forget, if you haven’t jumped into the Sexier than a Squirrel Challenge, today’s the day! Get it for 70% off! A review is a valuable point of feedback for us. If you could take a moment to review the podcast, that would be so, so appreciated. We want to bring you valuable, insightful content that helps dogs all over the world (yours included). Stay sexy, Tom & Lauren

July 26, 2021

20 min