Here is the part nobody explains: Doodles do shed, the hair just gets trapped in the curl instead of falling on your floor. That trapped hair is what mats. So the problem usually is not how often you are brushing. It is what you are brushing with, and how deep you are getting.

In part one of this two-part conversation, professional groomer Joy Burton walks me through what is really happening on the other side of that grooming table. Why Doodles are genuinely high maintenance and nobody warned you. Why your groomer's comb tells a different story than your eyes do. Why waiting until eight months for a first haircut is the thing that causes trauma, not an early one. And why a shave down is an act of care, not a failure.

Joy is Fear Free certified, has been grooming professionally for over a decade, and specializes in dogs who are scared of the process. She is honest, she is warm, and she is not here to blame you.

This one was recorded live with Honor Society members in the room. Part 2 drops next week.

🐾 WHAT GROOMERS WISH THEY COULD TELL YOU

Joy said out loud what most groomers only think at the front desk, and she is
not the only one. I interviewed professional groomers all over the country and
asked them what they wish they could say to Doodle parents if they had the time
and the space to be honest.

Then I put every bit of it in one guide. The brushing truths nobody says at
pickup, and none of it holds back.

It is on the house: https://thedoodlepro.com/uncensored

Want to be in the room the next time an expert like Joy shows up live? Come join us at https://thedoodlepro.com/society 🐾

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

So I built you a trail map. Take the 60-second quiz at https://thedoodlepro.com/summitquiz and I'll tell you exactly which session to watch first, what to climb next, and one scenic detour worth taking, matched to YOUR Doodle. Already registered? The quiz tells you where to start Monday at 9am MT. Not registered yet? Your complimentary spot is one click past your result.

In this short episode I walk three of the fifteen trails (resource guarding, separation anxiety, and the Doodle with no off switch), do the honest math on fitting a three-day trail into a real week, and invite you to the pre-party call this Sunday at 2pm ET / 7pm UK, where the pop-up community doors swing open. All-Access Pass holders: both Companion Workbooks are ready right now, print them or scroll the digital version.

Pet pros, the very first quiz question sorts you onto your own trail. This is complimentary continuing education.

🥾 Find your trail: https://thedoodlepro.com/summitquiz
🏔 Save your spot: https://doodleprosummit.com
🎙 Basecamp: Live Doodle Talk daily, 3pm MT / 5pm ET

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

I pulled four clips straight from the Summit interviews. Kristi Benson reframes demand barking in a way that made me laugh out loud. Dr. Adam Christman nearly has a panic attack as I quiz him on every chew in the pet store aisle. Dr. Sylvalyn Hammond, The Honest Vet, shares why she fights pet misinformation with nothing to sell you. And Kate LaSala reveals the surprising truth about dogs who bark and lunge on leash. Hint: most aren't aggressive at all.

Doodle parents from 21 countries and 46 states have already registered. The Summit is July 27 to 29, fully online, and completely complimentary to attend live. Plus, every day at 5 PM ET I go live for Doodle Talk Live to translate the talks into exactly what to do with YOUR Doodle.

🐾 Save your spot: https://doodleprosummit.com

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

Here's what stopped me in my tracks: the Alaskan Husky, one of the most respected working dogs in the world, isn't a registered breed either. It's a type, intentionally bred for purpose over generations. Sound familiar? It's the exact same story as our Goldendoodles and Labradoodles.

In this short and sweet episode I share the picky eater test (some of our Doodles would not make the sled team, and that's okay), why your Doodle was bred for companionship, and the phrase that changed how I think about the whole "real breed" debate: purpose over paperwork.

Plus, I'm pulling back the curtain just a little on the biggest project I've ever built for you.

Get on the wait list and grab your complimentary Morning Flow Blueprint: https://doodleprosummit.com

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

And have you ever felt you had to defend your choice to bring home a Doodle, like you owed someone an explanation for the dog you love?

You deserve honest, science-based answers, and you never needed anyone's permission to love your Doodle.

In Part 2 of this conversation, I'm back with three members of the board of the Goldendoodle Association of North America: Kelsey Painter of Fox Creek Farm, Brenda Adtruson of Bren's Doodles, and Shari Hall of Shining Star Doodles, who is also the current president of GANA. I sat in a room at the GANA conference and watched purebred breeders, even a Dalmatian breeder and a Miniature Poodle breeder, show up just to learn, because the level of science in that room was so high. I wanted to bring you that same eye-opening half of the conversation.

We cover:

• Whether a Doodle can even be bred ethically, and how the board answers that question head-on
• Why a "champion show line" with a CHIC number can still hide serious health problems, one Westminster-line Mini Poodle's story will stop you
• The "no good purebred breeder would ever sell to a Doodle program" myth, and the show breeders quietly doing exactly that under NDAs
• GANA's three-generation rule and how genetic diversity protects your Goldendoodle's longevity
• What ethical breeding includes beyond health testing, from clear program goals to puppy enrichment like ENS, Puppy Culture, and Avidog

If you've ever been made to feel small for choosing a Doodle, or you just want the real standard behind responsible Goldendoodle breeding, this episode is not to be missed.

Here's to informed Doodle parenting,

Corinne

Want to learn from the leading experts in Doodle behavior, training, grooming, vet care, and nutrition all in one place? The Doodle Pro® Summit: Doodle Parent Edition 2026 happens July 27 to 29, and your complimentary spot is waiting. Save Your Spot at https://doodleprosummit.com 🎟️

The close of this episode is all about giving your puppy a calm, confident start. The complimentary Puppy Prep Pack hands you exactly that, from socialization to schedule to settling. Get Instant Access at thedoodlepro.com/puppy-prep-pack 🐾

RESOURCES & BREEDER DIRECTORY

Looking for an ethical breeder? Start with the Gold Standard Circle™, my hand-curated, invite-only network of ethical Doodle breeders across every Doodle cross, including Goldendoodle, Bernedoodle, Cavapoo, Sheepadoodle, Aussiedoodle, Cockapoo, and Whoodle: thedoodlepro.com/topbreeders

For a Goldendoodle specifically, you can also search GANA's full directory of certified breeders at goldendoodleassociation.com 

All three of today's guests are part of the Gold Standard Circle™:

• Bren's Doodles: thedoodlepro.com/go/brensdoodles
• Shining Star Doodles: thedoodlepro.com/go/shiningstardoodles
• Fox Creek Farm: thedoodlepro.com/go/foxcreekfarm

For breeder listeners: Grab the complimentary Doodle Breeder Bonus Kit, my resource bundle for ethical Doodle breeders, at thedoodlepro.com/doodle-breeder-resources/

And this is the final week for the GANA offer: $100 off the kennel application, bringing it to just $99. Use code podcast2026 at goldendoodleassociation.com. If you're already meeting these health standards, consider this your invitation to join the people doing this work the right way.

I'm also proud to share that I've partnered with GANA so that renewing Goldendoodle Society members receive a copy of my book, Your Doodle's Daily Schedule Blueprint™. 

Connect with the Goldendoodle Association of North America (GANA):

• Website: goldendoodleassociation.com
• Instagram: instagram.com/ganabreeders/

🎧 More episodes: thedoodlepro.com/podcast

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

For all Doodle crosses, the Gold Standard Circle is my hand-selected network of breeders I trust. Visit thedoodlepro.com/topbreeders

Breeders listening: GANA is offering $100 off the kennel application, code podcast2026, while this episode is fresh.

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

🐾 Save Your Spot at The Doodle Pro® Summit, July 27-29: doodleprosummit.com
🐾 Gold Standard Circle™ curated breeders: thedoodlepro.com/gold-standard-circle-doodle-breeders/
🐾 Goldendoodle GANA breeder directory: goldendoodleassociation.com

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

You deserve honest, science-based answers that don't talk down to you or make assumptions about why you chose to become a Doodle parent.

In this episode, I'm joined by John Seabrook, a staff writer at The New Yorker, who wrote a deeply reported piece on responsible breeding, the business of designer dogs, and what genetic diversity actually means for your dog's health.

We cover: 

• Health testing at the Goldendoodle Association of North America 

• The science of hybrid vigor and the coefficient of inbreeding 

• Why the AKC has refused to engage with Doodles 

• What drove the rise of shelter Doodles after the pandemic 

• What the best Doodle breeders do differently to protect your Doodle

If you're a Doodle parent looking for science-backed answers on responsible breeding using balanced, honest research, this episode is not to be missed.

Here's to informed Doodle parents, Corinne

🎟️ Save your spot at The Doodle Pro® Summit: https://doodleprosummit.com 🎙️

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro® and a certified dog trainer and Doodle specialist with over 50,000 hours of hands-on Doodle experience. She helps Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using science-based positive reinforcement, and is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle's Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint: https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/ 🎧 More episodes: https://thedoodlepro.com/listen

Article mentioned: How Doodles Became the Dog du Jour https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2026/03/23/how-doodles-became-the-dog-du-jour

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

If you've watched a fluffy Sheepadoodle press buttons to "talk" to her mom, you already know Bunny. This week, Bunny's mom Alexis Devine joins me for Part 1 of a conversation I have wanted to have for years. 🐾

Alexis didn't start as a dog expert. She picked a Doodle because Doodles are cute, and then learned the hard and beautiful way that there is a sensitive, intelligent working dog living under all that fluff. We talk about why the looks can be deceiving, why so many Doodles are wired for alertness and herding, and what that means for the dog in your living room.

Then we get into the buttons. Alexis explains how the system actually works, how Bunny pressed her very first button, and the insight that made me tear up: the magic isn't that the dog speaks English. It's that the buttons teach US how to listen.

This one will change how you see your Doodle. Part 2 drops next Thursday.

Save 12% off of the button system Bunny uses with code DOODLEPRO at thedoodlepro.com/shop/fluentpet!

🎟️ Save your spot at the Doodle Pro Summit: https://doodleprosummit.com 🎙️

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

100 episodes ago, I sat down with a microphone in Colorado hoping to help a few Doodle parents raise calmer, happier Doodles. Today, Doodle Pro Nation reaches 133 countries on every inhabited continent on Earth. 🐾

In this milestone 100th episode, I share the question that
started this podcast, the through line I have not broken in
100 episodes, why I decided to specialize in just Doodles
when nobody else would, and what Karen Pryor's work means for every science-based recommendation inside The Doodle Pro® ecosystem.

I also announce, for the first time on the podcast, the
global gathering Doodle Pro Nation has been building toward.

THE DOODLE PRO® SUMMIT IS COMING
July 27-29, 2026. Three days of Doodle-specific,
science-based education with the experts I trust most.
Save your spot at doodleprosummit.com

Thank you for 100 episodes. Doodle Pro Nation, this one 
is for you.

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

Does your Doodle turn into a different dog the moment you pull into the vet parking lot?

In Part 2 of this conversation with Dr. Adam Christman, you'll learn the simple squeaky toy hack that flips vet visits forever. Plus the truth about why Doodles eat socks (and what to actually do about it), why pet insurance matters more than you think, and a real moment with Clark, Dr. Christman's own dog, mid-surgery during our recording.

Two members of the Doodle Pro® Honor Society also joined live for a Q&A: Natalie asked about the ear plucking powder and the sock-eating prevention tactics, and Heather shared her real story about Fiona's epilepsy and the regret of not getting pet insurance.

🎉 Happy update: Clark's IVDD surgery was a success. Follow Dr. Christman on TikTok and Instagram to see his recovery!

🛒 Shop the picks from the episode:

🎾 Vet Comfort Kit: thedoodlepro.com/shop/vetcomfort

🦻 Ear Care Essentials: thedoodlepro.com/shop/earcare

🦴 Joint and Hip Support: thedoodlepro.com/shop/joint

🌟 Want to be part of conversations like this? Join the Doodle Pro® Honor Society at thedoodlepro.com/society

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

Have you ever sat in the vet's exam room wondering if you're asking too many questions, or worried that the food on the shelf is being recommended for the wrong reasons?

In Part 1 of this two-part interview, Dr. Adam Christman, Chief Veterinary Officer for DVM 360, joins me to pull back the curtain on what's really happening on the other side of the exam table.

We get into the ear plucking debate (with a real answer, not a Facebook group debate), the truth about why your vet recommends the food they do, what to know about Doodle food allergies and free feeding, the inherited conditions to watch for in Doodle mixes, and how to advocate for your Doodle without crossing into mistrust.

Take the quiz now on the 3 B's of dental care Dr. Christman discussed at https://thedoodlepro.com/dental-quiz

You'll also learn why pre visit pharmaceuticals are an act of love, not a money grab, and how fear free care can transform every vet visit your Doodle ever has.

🌟 Want to be part of conversations like this one? Join the Doodle Pro® Honor Society, where members like Natalie and Heather get their questions answered live by experts like Dr. Christman. You get me, a community of thoughtful Doodle parents, and access to expert conversations as they happen.

Join here: thedoodlepro.com/society

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

If you showed up for the 5-Day Doodle Parent Challenge last week and felt the shift but haven't said yes to Zoomies to Zen yet, this one is for you.

Inside this episode:

🐾 The Day 3 moment that made eight people drop hearts in the chat in ten seconds

🐾 The only objection still standing at this point in cart week

🐾 Three real Doodles (Kenzie, Charlie, and Stockli) whose people thought their dog was the exception, and what actually changed

🐾 Exactly what happens after you say yes (kickoff, Saturday lessons, Friday live calls)

Cart closes tomorrow night, Wednesday April 29, at midnight Eastern.

🐾 Save your spot in Zoomies to Zen → https://thedoodlepro.com/zoomies-to-zen

🐾 Watch the challenge replays before they close → https://doodlechallenge.membership.io

🐾 Email Corinne with one last question → office@thedoodlepro.com

This is the place where we celebrate how Doodles are different, wonderfully so.

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

🐾 This week we're in the middle of the complimentary 5-Day Doodle Parent Challenge, and Corinne is pulling back the curtain. She's sharing what's already clicking for hundreds of Doodle parents, the one belief quietly breaking the most Doodle parents she works with, and what to do if you want to catch the replays before they close. 

In this short mid-week episode: 

🐾 What we covered Days 1 to 3 and the lightbulb moments landing in real time 

🐾 The "right tip" trap and why it's keeping your Doodle stuck 

🐾 What's coming for Day 4, Day 5, and beyond 

🐾 How to access the complimentary replays through April 29th 

Whether you joined the challenge live, missed a day, or are just hearing about it now, you can still jump in and catch every session in the replay portal. 

Replays (complimentary through 4/29): https://thedoodlepro.com/challenge

Zoomies to Zen waitlist/cart: thedoodlepro.com/zoomiestozen

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

You have been doing this mostly alone. Without a system that was built for your specific dog. Without a community of people who understand what you are dealing with.

That changes this week.

The Doodle Parent Challenge starts April 20th, 2026. The pre-party is tomorrow. And in this episode, Corinne Gearhart, M.A., FFCP gives you everything you need to know before we begin.

IN THIS EPISODE:

Who this challenge is for. Corinne speaks directly to several different Doodle parents — the families who have been managing the same behaviors for years, the teenage Doodle parents whose dog changed at fourteen months, the brand new puppy parents who want to start right, and the Doodle parents in British Columbia, England, Spain, New Zealand, the Netherlands, and everywhere else in this global community.

The Pre-Party Kickoff — Friday April 17th at 7pm Mountain Time. What it is, why attendance matters for the giveaway, what to expect, and what to do if your time zone makes the live call difficult. The replay is in your portal.

What challenge week actually looks like, day by day. Day 1 through Day 5. What each lesson covers, why the sequence matters, what you will actually practice, and how much time it takes each day.

Why Corinne chose Doodles on purpose when most trainers are glad someone else handles them. The trainer friend who told her she was glad Corinne works with Doodles so she does not have to. What 50,000 hours of breed-specific experience means for the families in this challenge.

The global community. Doodle parents from 25+ US states, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and beyond are registered for this challenge. Doodle love is global. So are Doodle challenges. So is this community. The replay is all yours until April 29th however you join.

The personal invitation. This is the episode where Corinne says directly: I want to train with you this spring. Not with a hypothetical Doodle in a perfect setup. With yours. The one at the fence. The one at the park. The one you love completely and also find genuinely exhausting sometimes.

WHAT YOU WILL WALK AWAY WITH:

Everything you need to know before the pre-party tomorrow night and the challenge this Sunday. Clear logistics. A warm welcome. And the genuine sense that someone who chose these dogs on purpose is ready to work with yours.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Pre-Party Kickoff — Friday April 17th, 7pm Mountain / 9pm Eastern: thedoodlepro.com/challenge 

Free Doodle Parent Challenge — starts April 20, 2026: thedoodlepro.com/challenge 

Free portal for registered participants: doodlechallenge.membership.io 

VIP Pass (90 days replay + workbook, through April 21st): thedoodlepro.thrivecart.com/doodle-parent-challenge--vip-pass/ 

Trust Fund Puppy Quiz: thedoodlepro.com/trustfundpuppy 

Your Doodle's Daily Schedule Blueprint: thedoodlepro.com/doodleblueprint 

Listen on all apps: thedoodlepro.com/listen

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

That question deserves an honest answer. Not hype. Not promises of a perfect dog. The truth about what five days actually does — for the Doodle who has been running the household for years, the teenager who got harder at fourteen months, the brand new puppy parent who is already googling at eleven o'clock at night, and the Doodle parents in England, British Columbia, Spain, and New Zealand joining from across the world.

IN THIS EPISODE:

What five days is not — and why that honesty matters more than any promise.

What Day 5 actually feels like for your specific Doodle. Not for a hypothetical dog in a perfect training setup. For the dog you actually have, in the backyard, at the park, at the front door. Corinne walks through what the shift looks like at every stage — years into the same behaviors, teenage Doodle chaos, brand new puppy, and early puppy families who want to start right before the patterns harden.

Why five days will not fix eight years — but will show you that eight years is fixable. And why that distinction is the most important thing that can happen at the beginning of a real training journey.

The moment that changes things. The first time your Doodle turns away from the fence and looks at you instead. What that moment means, why it is not the finish line, and why evidence is everything.

Why you are not starting from zero — and how everything you have already tried is actually your greatest asset in this work.

Why Corinne chose Doodles on purpose when other trainers were relieved to hand them off. What 50,000 hours of Doodle-specific experience means for the families who walk through the door of this challenge.

What the Doodle Parent Challenge week actually looks like, day by day.

A message for international Doodle parents — the replay is in your portal and it is yours until April 29th. This community spans 25+ US states and multiple countries. However you join, this week was built for you.

WHAT YOU WILL WALK AWAY WITH:

The honest answer about what five days does. A clear picture of what Day 5 feels like for your specific dog. And enough evidence to decide whether showing up this week is worth it. (Spoiler: it is.)

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Pre-Party Kickoff — Friday April 17th, 7pm Mountain: thedoodlepro.com/challenge 

Free Doodle Parent Challenge — starts April 20, 2026: thedoodlepro.com/challenge 

Trust Fund Puppy Quiz (2 minutes): thedoodlepro.com/trustfundpuppy 

Your Doodle's Daily Schedule Blueprint: thedoodlepro.com/doodleblueprint

ABOUT CORINNE GEARHART, M.A., FFCP:

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro® and the author of the bestselling book Your Doodle's Daily Schedule Blueprint. She has spent 50,000+ hours working specifically with Doodle families across 25+ Doodle crosses in every life stage. She studied with Jean Donaldson's Academy for Dog Trainers and is Fear Free Certified Professional. The Doodle Pro Podcast ranks #1 in Australia and New Zealand and #3 in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada.

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
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In this episode I am decoding the Trust Fund Puppy: what it is, why Doodles drift there faster than almost any other breed, ten signs your dog has landed there, and the one structural shift that flips the whole dynamic.

This concept comes from trainer and author Suzanne Clothier and her relationship-centered training philosophy — one of the most useful frameworks I have ever brought into my work with Doodle families.

If last week's episode on the viral RVC Doodle behavior study resonated, this is the practical follow-up. The researchers documented this pattern across 9,000+ dogs without naming it. This episode names it and starts the fix.

🐾 Take the 2-minute Trust Fund Puppy Quiz: https://thedoodlepro.com/trustfundpuppy 

🐾 Join the free Doodle Parent Challenge (April 20): https://thedoodlepro.com/challenge 

📚 Your Doodle's Daily Schedule Blueprint: https://thedoodlepro.com/doodleblueprint

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

A major study from the Royal Veterinary College went viral this week, and headlines from the BBC to Smithsonian Magazine declared that Doodles "behave worse" than purebred dogs. Before you panic, read this.

I read all 24 pages of the actual study. Plus the 2024 companion study from the same research team. And what I found is a story that is significantly more nuanced, more hopeful, and more useful than any headline captured.

In this episode I break down what the study actually measured (owner survey data, not clinical veterinary observation), which Doodle crosses were and were not studied (Goldendoodles, Bernedoodles and Sheepadoodles were NOT included), what the Labradoodle findings actually show, the training methods finding nobody reported, and the health-behavior connection buried in the discussion section that may be more relevant to your dog than anything else in the study.

The study is right about something important: Doodles are not plug-and-play dogs. But your dog is not broken. And this episode gives you the full picture.

🐾 Join the free Doodle Parent Challenge (April 20): https://thedoodlepro.com/challenge 

📖 Your Doodle's Daily Schedule Blueprint: https://thedoodlepro.com/doodleblueprint 

📝 Read the full expert response: https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-behavior-study-2026

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

I dig into the most common criticisms of Doodles and do something most people in those conversations don't do: I actually engage with them. I explain what the critics get right, where their arguments fall apart, and why the science behind your Doodle's intelligence, sensitivity, and drive is exactly the reason Doodle-specific training matters. 

You'll also hear about my beloved Standard Poodle Hershey, why a Poodle and a Doodle are genuinely different dogs, and what organizations like GANA and WALA are doing to raise breeding standards. 

This one is for every Doodle parent who has ever wondered if they made the wrong choice. Spoiler: you didn't. 🐾 

Join the FREE 5-Day Doodle Parent Challenge starting April 20: https://thedoodlepro.com/challenge 

🐾 Ready to train WITH me? Join the FREE Doodle Parent Challenge — 5 days of short, Doodle-specific lessons starting April 20th. No credit card, no catch. Grab your free spot at thedoodlepro.com/challenge

→ thedoodlepro.com/challenge

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

In this episode, Corinne Gearhart, The Doodle Pro®, shares why the classic "a tired dog is a good dog" advice fails Doodles — and what's really going on when your dog can't settle.

Before becoming The Doodle Pro, Corinne owned one of her area's top dog walking companies. And what she watched happen over time with those dogs completely changed how she thinks about Doodle energy: the more they walked, the more those dogs could handle. She wasn't tiring them out. She was building athletes.

In this episode you'll learn:

• Why exercise alone can't create calm in Doodles (and what it actually does instead)
• The Needs Buckets Framework — the five areas your Doodle needs filled, and why overflowing one doesn't satisfy the others
• Why calm is a skill that has to be taught — not a mood that arrives when your dog is tired enough
• Three practical shifts you can make this week to start filling the right buckets
• The one bucket most Doodle parents have never poured anything into

Whether your Doodle is 8 months old or 8 years old, this episode will completely reframe how you understand their behavior — and give you a clear path forward.

🐾 Ready to train this with me live? Join the FREE Doodle Parent Challenge starting April 20th — 5 days of short, Doodle-specific lessons including a full day on relaxation and settling. Free to join at thedoodlepro.com/challenge

Resources mentioned:

• Free Doodle Parent Challenge: thedoodlepro.com/challenge

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

“Should I send my dog to a board and train program?”

It’s a very understandable thought. When your dog is jumping, pulling on leash, barking, or struggling to settle, the idea of sending them away for a few weeks and getting back a perfectly trained dog can sound incredibly appealing.

In this episode, I’m sharing a personal story about sending my own Poodle to a board and train program years ago, long before I became a professional trainer.

At the time, I had young children and simply wanted to do the best thing for my dog. I had heard that positive reinforcement was the best approach, and I asked a lot of questions before enrolling her.

One of the answers I heard back then is something I now recognize as a major red flag:
 “We start with positive reinforcement and only use other tools if necessary.”

When I picked up my Poodle, she had a beautiful down-stay.

But the moment I stopped using the tool she had been trained with, the behavior disappeared. And the emotional fallout for my dog was real. She became more anxious and started submissive peeing.

That experience taught me something important about how dogs actually learn.

Years later, after becoming a professional trainer and working with Doodles every day, I revisited that exact skill. I wanted to know if we could teach an even stronger down stay without relying on tools like prong collars or pressure.

That work eventually became Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™, a training approach designed specifically for the high-energy, highly social nature of Doodles.

Today I regularly see Doodles learn to settle calmly even with real-life distractions like doorbells, visitors, or activity in the home — all through positive reinforcement training.

In this episode, I talk about:

• Why behaviors built with pressure often disappear when the pressure is removed
 • The red flag phrase many dog owners hear when asking about positive reinforcement training
 • Why many board and train programs still rely on aversive tools like prong collars or e-collars
 • Why sending a dog away for training doesn’t automatically transfer skills back to the family
 • Why training together often creates stronger long-term results
 • How to teach a Doodle to settle and relax using positive reinforcement training

I also want to be clear about something important. Skilled, science-based trainers can be incredibly valuable. The best trainers don’t replace the relationship between you and your dog. They help guide you so you can build that relationship yourself.

Because in the end, the most important training happens in the everyday moments between you and your dog.

Many Doodle parents also find that having a predictable daily rhythm helps their dogs settle more easily. I walk through the exact structure that works well for Doodles in my bestselling book, Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™, which shows you how to create a daily routine that supports calmer behavior at home.

In a few weeks, I’ll also be hosting a live Doodle Parent Challenge where we’ll start building the training skills that help Doodles focus, listen, and settle. I’ll share more details about that soon.

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

How do you choose a dog trainer you can trust? Why does your dog listen inside but ignore you outside? And what does “balanced training” actually mean?

We break it all down.

How to Choose a Dog Trainer

Not all trainers are created equal. We discuss why certification matters, what organizations to look for, and why transparency about motivation is essential. If a trainer avoids explaining how they reinforce behavior, that’s a red flag.

We also unpack common phrases like “balanced training,” “it’s about energy,” or “I don’t use food,” and what those may signal. Positive reinforcement is not permissive. It is structured, evidence-based, and designed to change behavior without unwanted side effects.

Why Your Dog Listens Inside But Not Outside

If your Doodle knows “sit” in the kitchen but forgets it outside, they’re not being stubborn.

They’re distracted.

Training with distractions requires gradual steps. Instead of jumping from calm indoor practice straight to the sidewalk with other dogs, you build difficulty in layers. This is what trainers call proofing, but in everyday language, it simply means helping your dog succeed in progressively harder environments.

We talk through how to train a distracted dog and why skipping steps leads to frustration.

Stop Jumping Without Damaging the Relationship

Jumping is common, especially with social, enthusiastic Doodles.

Instead of focusing only on “don’t jump,” we discuss teaching an alternate behavior. If jumping is illegal, what’s legal? Sit? Down? Both can work for real-life greeting manners.

Dogs must do something. Clear structure helps them choose the right behavior.

Are Dog Parks Bad?

Dog parks are often labeled dangerous, but are they always a bad idea?

We explore when dog parks can be appropriate, what normal dog play actually looks like, and why growling and mouthing aren’t automatically aggression. Understanding canine body language helps reduce unnecessary fear.

Dog parks aren’t one-size-fits-all. The right environment depends on your individual dog.

Resource Guarding and Teaching Fetch

We also answer Honor Society member questions about resource guarding and teaching fetch without creating conflict.

Sometimes dogs are simply “running their software.” Not every behavior needs suppression. Clear structure, gradual shaping, and understanding motivation go much further than force.

If you’re looking for science-based dog training that protects your relationship and builds real-world reliability, this episode is for you.

Be sure to listen to Part One for the foundation on dominance myths and anthropomorphism.

And if you’d like deeper implementation, live Q&A access, and structured monthly training focus, you can learn more about The Doodle Pro® Honor Society at thedoodlepro.com/society.

Doodles are different. Wonderfully so.

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

Jean Donaldson joins me for a powerful conversation about what she calls The Culture Clash between humans and dogs.

If you’ve ever thought your Doodle:
 • “knows he did wrong”
 • is being stubborn
 • should be eager to please
 • is acting dominant

This episode will shift how you see your dog forever.

We dive into:

• Why assigning morality to dogs leads to harsh training
• The truth about “eager to please”
• Why intelligence is often misunderstood in Doodles
• Demand barking and why timeouts sometimes don’t work
• Why jumping isn’t dominance
• The real fallout of aversive tools

Jean explains why swapping nuisance behavior for fear is malpractice and why fear is the hardest thing to undo in dogs.

If you want a deeper understanding of how your Doodle’s brain actually works, this is foundational listening.

📚 Books mentioned:

• The Culture Clash by Jean Donaldson
• Mine! by Jean Donaldson

Be sure to follow to catch part two next!

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If you want to be part of conversations like this live, join the Doodle Pro Honor Society today.

This interview was recorded three months ago as part of a live session inside the Honor Society.

Join us for future live expert Q&As and deeper conversations:
 👉 thedoodlepro.com/society

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

If you’ve been listening over the past week and thinking about joining the Doodle Pro® Honor Society, today is your last chance. Doors close at midnight tonight.

In last week’s episode, I shared why I did something I said I’d never do: open my private, alumni-only community to everyone who loves Doodles and wants ongoing, science-based support. Today, I’m explaining why this matters, what you’re actually joining, and why enrollment is closing again.

Inside the Honor Society:

• Monthly live Q&A sessions with me for Doodle-specific training, behavior, grooming, and health questions
• Regular live expert guests, including world-renowned trainers and veterinarians
• A searchable library of 20+ hours of Doodle-focused resources I call “Google for Doodles”
• A private community of Doodle parents who understand the chaos, the sweetness, and the real-life challenges

Upcoming expert sessions:

• Dr. Adam Christman, Chief Veterinary Officer for DVM360, goes live with members tomorrow to talk about partnering with your vet and navigating health misinformation
• Past guests include Jean Donaldson, one of the most respected dog trainers in the world, teaching specifically about Doodles
• Expert guests are scheduled throughout the year, aligned with monthly themes that build on each other

This is a year-long journey, not a quick fix

Each month focuses on a specific season of life with your Doodle, including enrichment, impulse control, grooming, independence, travel, fireworks prep, guest manners, and holiday calm. Skills layer intentionally so you’re supported all year long.

Enrollment details:

• $37/month or $370/year (save 20% and receive a complimentary Doodle Nerd t-shirt)
• Cancel anytime. No long-term commitment on the monthly option
• When enrollment opens again, pricing increases to $47/month

👉 Join before midnight tonight:
https://thedoodlepro.com/honorsociety

If you’re unsure whether this is the right fit, dm me on Instagram @thedoodlepro before doors close.

If you love your Doodle and want ongoing expert support and community, I don’t want to keep you out anymore. Doors close tonight.

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

The Doodle Pro® Honor Society was intentionally closed. You could only join if you were an alumni of one of my courses like Zoomies to Zen™ or Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™. I loved that model. It felt protected. Intentional. Deeply personal.

And then something happened.

While speaking at Podfest in Orlando, I found myself waving down Dr. Adam Christman, Chief Veterinary Officer of DVM360, bestselling author, and one of the most trusted veterinary voices online. What started as a funny, human moment over Doodles and Dachshunds turned into a yes that changed everything.

He agreed to come teach my community.

And suddenly, I couldn’t ignore the truth anymore.

I’ve been gatekeeping access to world-class experts from people who love their Doodles just as much as my alumni do. Podcast listeners. Email subscribers. Longtime followers. Thoughtful, science-minded Doodle parents who want to do right by their dogs.

So in this episode, I’m sharing the full story behind a decision I never thought I’d make.

In this episode, I cover:

• Why I originally kept the Honor Society alumni-only
• The Podfest moment that shifted everything for me
• How hosting experts like Jean Donaldson and Dr. Adam Christman changed my perspective
• What actually happens inside the Doodle Pro® Honor Society month by month
• Why this is not a quick-fix training program
• Who this membership is truly for (and who it’s not)
• How ongoing expert access and community support changes the Doodle parenting experience
• Why I’m opening enrollment to everyone for the first time ever

What the Doodle Pro® Honor Society includes:

• Monthly live Q&A sessions with me for Doodle-specific training, grooming, behavior, and health questions
• Live expert guest sessions with top trainers, veterinarians, authors, and behavior professionals
• A growing, searchable library of 20+ hours of Doodle-specific resources
• A private community of Doodle parents who genuinely understand the chaos and the sweetness
• A year-long, seasonal curriculum that layers calm, enrichment, confidence, and real-life skills

This is ongoing support. Not pressure. Not perfection. A place to keep learning, asking questions, and feeling supported as your Doodle grows and changes.

Important notes:

This membership is not designed for aggression cases or severe separation anxiety that require one-on-one clinical intervention. It is also not a fit for force-based training methods.

It is for Doodle parents who value science-based, positive reinforcement approaches and want real guidance that actually matches how Doodles are wired.

Enrollment details:

The Doodle Pro® Honor Society is open right now through February 12. After that, enrollment closes and will not reopen for several months.

👉 Learn more and join here:
https://thedoodlepro.com/honorsociety

If you’re unsure whether this is the right fit, DM me on Instagram @thedoodlepro. I’m happy to help you decide.

I love hard on my community. I show up. And if you love your Doodle and want ongoing support from people who truly get it, I don’t want to keep you out anymore.

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

When extreme cold rolls in, I know many Doodle parents start wondering the same things:

 Is it too cold to walk?
 How long is too long outside?
 Should my Doodle still potty outdoors?
 And how do I protect paws from ice and salt?

In this special winter episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, I walk you through how cold is actually too cold for Doodles, what veterinarians generally recommend for winter potty breaks, how to protect your Doodle’s paws from winter damage, and what to do inside when outdoor time is limited.

I’ll cover:

• Why wind chill, ice, and surface conditions matter more than the number on the thermometer
• How Doodle and Poodle coats affect cold tolerance and where they don’t
• How long potty breaks should last during extreme cold
• Simple paw protection strategies including balm, booties, rinsing, and ice prevention
• How to prevent matting during wet, snowy weather
• Why indoor enrichment matters more than long walks during winter storms
• How to support calm, regulated behavior when winter changes your routine

This episode is especially helpful if this is your Doodle’s first cold winter, if you live in a warmer climate and are suddenly dealing with extreme cold, or if your Doodle is lifting paws, hesitating, or rushing potty trips.

Shorter walks, quicker potty breaks, and more indoor enrichment are not failures. They’re smart, seasonal adjustments.

🎁 Grab my complimentary Winter Paw Protection Guide:
https://thedoodlepro.com/winter

It includes my favorite paw protection products plus a simple DIY option to make winter easier on paws and on you.

If you’re new here, I’m Corinne, a professional dog trainer who specializes in Doodles and helps Doodle parents navigate training, behavior, and real life with confidence and compassion.

And as always, remember: Doodles are different, wonderfully so.

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

I’m Corinne Gearhart, certified dog trainer and Doodle expert, and I see this pattern constantly. Many Doodle parents assume daily chaos is about excess energy, lack of training, or even grooming and exercise routines. But in reality, these behaviors are often caused by predictable gaps in a dog’s schedule, inconsistent enrichment rotation, and unclear household structure.

In this episode, I explain why a Doodle’s wild behavior often peaks at the same time each day and why this isn’t misbehavior at all. It’s a sign your Doodle is responding to unmet expectations and a lack of structure. When dogs don’t know what they’re supposed to be doing during certain parts of the day, they create their own jobs, and those jobs usually involve barking, grabbing, or pacing.

You’ll learn how to:

• Identify the exact time your Doodle’s daily chaos begins
• Look 30 to 60 minutes earlier to find where calm starts to unravel
• Understand why more exercise or more training cues don’t always fix the issue
• Use simple household management and schedule shifts to support calmer behavior

This episode is designed to give you a clear, actionable takeaway you can use immediately, without overwhelm or blame. It’s especially helpful if you’re navigating common pet behavior challenges at home and want solutions rooted in positive, practical dog training.

I also share how this concept fits into the broader framework I teach in Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™, where understanding structure and timing helps Doodle parents create calmer, more predictable days.

Whether you’re raising a puppy or living with an adult Doodle, this episode will help you better understand your dog’s behavior, strengthen your bond, and build a daily routine that actually supports calm.

🎧 Coming next: The one schedule mistake that keeps calm from sticking, even when you’re trying really hard.

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

If your Doodle has ever growled and left you feeling worried, confused, or embarrassed, this episode will change how you hear that sound forever.

Growling is not bad behavior. It is communication. And when we listen instead of punish, we keep dogs and people safer.

This episode is being re-aired in celebration of its recognition as a two-time finalist in the 2025 Dog Writers Association of America Writing Competition, earning honors in both:

• Spoken Word: Behavior, Training or Sports
• Captain William Lewis Judy Award

In this conversation, I’m joined by parenting and training expert Michelle Stern, founder of Pooch Parenting, to unpack what growling actually means and how Doodle parents can respond in ways that reduce stress rather than escalate it.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why dogs growl and what they are trying to communicate
• Whether growling always signals aggression
• When correcting a growl makes behavior worse
• How to respond if your dog growls at adults, kids, or guests
• What growling during play really means
• How emotional safety reduces the need for growling in the first place

Prevent growling by reducing daily stress

Many growling moments are not about “bad behavior” at all. They are about dogs being overtired, overstimulated, or pushed past their coping threshold.

My book, Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint, helps Doodle parents build predictable daily rhythms with built-in downtime so dogs are less reactive, less testy, and better able to cope with everyday life.

You can grab your copy here:
 👉 thedoodlepro.com/book

Free resource from Michelle Stern

Michelle is generously sharing her guide The ABCs of Growling, which helps you decode growling clearly and calmly so you know what your dog needs in the moment.

Download it here:
 👉 poochparenting.net/abcs-of-growling

Connect with Michelle

• Website: poochparenting.net
• Instagram: @poochparenting
• Facebook: Pooch Parenting

Want help with socialization and body language?

Keeping track of all the sights, sounds, textures, places, and people your Doodle needs positive exposure to can feel overwhelming.

You can download my Doodle Puppy Socialization Checklist here:
👉 https://thedoodlepro.com/socialization

Test your Doodle body language knowledge with my Body Language Quiz:
👉 https://thedoodlepro.com/body

If this episode helped you hear your dog differently, subscribing and leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other Doodle parents find science-based, compassionate guidance when they need it most.

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

This conversation is all about teamwork, understanding, and helping your Doodle feel safe, confident, and cared for.

💡 You’ll learn:

• Why grooming costs are rising and why salons are booked solid
 • What’s behind the nationwide grooming shortage
 • How often your Doodle actually needs a full groom
 • Why groomers sometimes must shave a severely matted coat
• How to prepare your Doodle for calmer, easier grooming days
• The well-meaning habits that unintentionally make grooming harder
• The simple at-home routines that help your groomer say “yes!” instead of “I had to shave”

If you’ve ever left the groomer confused, frustrated, or unsure what happened… this episode will bring clarity, compassion, and real solutions.

✨ For brushing help before your next appointment

Catch Episode #6: How to Brush Your Doodle the Right Way for step-by-step guidance designed specifically for Doodle coats.

🎁 Complimentary Resources for Doodle Parents

• Doodle Coat Must-Haves Cheat Sheet
The go-to list of the exact brushing tools I recommend to all Doodle parents.
Download: https://thedoodlepro.com/musthaves/

• Brushing Guide: What Groomers Wish You Knew
Your inside scoop on avoiding painful matting and making grooming a kinder experience.
Download: https://thedoodlepro.com/brushing

🐾 Stay Connected

Behind-the-scenes tips, reels, and Doodle joy:
 Instagram.com/thedoodlepro
Facebook.com/thedoodlepro

Grooming expert River Lee:
 Instagram.com/thesavvygroomer
 YouTube.com/c/SavvyGroomer

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

🎁 Grab your complimentary Doodle Morning Flow™ Blueprint:
👉 thedoodlepro.com/morningflow

I created this free guide to help you gently reset your Doodle’s morning routine after daylight saving time. Inside, you’ll find a printable plan and the same 3-day, step-by-step schedule I walk through in today’s episode.

When the clocks change, our Doodles don’t get the memo. Suddenly breakfast feels late, bedtime feels early, and those peaceful mornings can turn into mayhem.

In this episode, I’m sharing science-based, real-world strategies for helping your Doodle smoothly adjust to daylight saving time—and other routine shakeups like travel, back-to-school transitions, or holiday chaos.

These tips come straight from my bestselling book, Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™, especially the section on Adapting to Life and Seasonal Changes. You’ll learn how to shift your Doodle’s routine without stress, why anchor cues matter more than the clock, and how to bring calm back lickity-split.

🎧 You’ll learn:

• Why Doodles struggle with daylight saving and time changes
• How to use a 3-day, 15-minute shift plan to realign routines
• The role of calm enrichment vs. overexercising
• Why consistency and predictability reduce stress

📘 Mentioned in this episode:

• Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™ — available now on Amazon
• Doodle Morning Flow™ Blueprint — Download it here
  
  

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

Before you double the fluff, let’s talk timing, introductions, and what to do if things don’t go quite as planned.

In this episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, I’m joined by Lisa Lyle Waggoner, author of Rocket Recall™, and her husband and co-trainer Brad Waggoner, both faculty at the Victoria Stilwell Academy. Between them, they’ve introduced puppies to dogs at every life stage—from busy adolescents to sweet seniors—and they’re sharing what really works (and what to avoid).

Here’s what you’ll learn:

🐾 The best (and worst) timing for adding a second dog
 🚪 The exact first-day protocol—from outdoor greetings to inside management
 💬 How to read body language and prevent scuffles before they start
 🎯 Why “let them work it out” is risky—and what to do instead
 ❤️ What to do if your current dog just isn’t warming up to the new puppy
 🌟 When rehoming can be a loving choice—not a failure

Whether you’re planning for puppy number two or trying to bring peace back to your home, this episode gives you the calm, clear path every Doodle parent deserves.

Links Mentioned:

• Lisa Lyle Waggoner’s Rocket Recall™
• Cold Nose College
• The Doodle Pro® Blog: Should You Add a Second Dog?
• The Doodle Pro® Academy
  
  

🎙 Want to teach your Doodle to actually settle and listen—even with a new puppy in the mix?
Try my Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™—just 5–15 minutes a day to bring more calm to your pack.
👉 Get Instant Access

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

We spent the week talking about how to break the “Trust Fund Puppy” cycle and what really motivates our Doodles to listen. And wow… the breakthroughs were incredible! 

In today’s episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my signature program, Zoomies to Zen™ — the only Doodle-specific training course designed to transform chaos into calm without fear, frustration, or force. 

You’ll hear exactly what we do inside the six-week experience — from teaching Doodles to stop jumping and calm down on cue, to building focus, impulse control, and connection that lasts a lifetime. 

I’m also sharing real success stories from Doodle parents like Rebecca, Nancy, and Anna who turned their wild, overstimulated doodles into calm, confident companions. 

If you’ve ever thought, “I’ve tried everything and nothing works for my Doodle,” this episode is for you. 

✨ Doors to Zoomies to Zen™ close at midnight EST on October 16th, and won’t open again for another 6 months!
Join me now at thedoodlepro.com/zoomiestozen
— I’d love to personally guide you and your Doodle from zoomies… to zen. 🐾 

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

Do you secretly live with a “Trust Fund Puppy”—a super-social, super-smart Doodle who gets VIP access to people, places, and perks without offering even a tiny “please” first? In this episode, I explain what a Trust Fund Puppy is, why Doodles drift there, the real costs of letting it ride, and 10 red flags so you can spot the pattern fast. No fixes here—the how happens together inside the Doodle Parent Challenge — Motivation Edition (complimentary, starts Mon, Sept 30; birthday-week $500+ in prizes). 

Join the Doodle Parent Challenge — Motivation Edition (complimentary) 

• Kickoff: Mon, Sept 30 

• Where: Private Facebook group (doors open now)
 

Optional: Take the 2-minute Trust Fund Puppy Quiz and bring your result to Day 1.

WHAT IS A “TRUST FUND PUPPY”?
 A friendly, much-loved dog who’s learned that access just… happens—doors open, guests pet, toys fly, walks proceed, couches include—without first offering a tiny bit of “please.” Benefits on tap; responsibilities, not so much. Zero-blame lens: your Doodle isn’t misbehaving—they’re following the pattern we accidentally taught.

THE 10 RED FLAGS (SELF-CHECK)

1. Greets first; never checks in
2. Threshold turbo at doors
3. Walks = you’re the passenger
4. Ball/tug resumes after jump-bark-spin
5. Couch/bed is self-serve
6. Food bowl lands while whining/pawing
7. “He knows it”—but only when he feels like it
8. Guests get love-bombed while you apologize
9. Pushback (whine/paw) works—you cave
10. Empty hands = low voice value

KEEP IN MIND
 • Feeling called out by #1 or #8 = good data, not shame
 • Friendly can still be unsafe (door dashing, automatic greetings)
 • You didn’t fail—you reinforced enthusiasm without guardrails

WHY DOODLES DRIFT HERE
 Bright + bouncy + people-loving = lightning-fast “access happens” learning; we reward charisma because it’s adorable; adolescence hardens patterns.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
 There’s one simple, kind lever that flips “does what he wants” into “checks in first.” We’ll put it in your hand—and practice it—inside the Challenge.

JOIN THE CHALLENGE (complimentary): https://thedoodlepro.com/parentchallenge

Take the 2-minute Quiz: https://thedoodlepro.com/trustfundpuppy

Book mentioned: https://thedoodlepro.com/book

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

In this episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, Corinne Gearhart sits down with Dr. Zazie Todd, author of Bark: The Science of Helping Your Anxious, Fearful, and Reactive Dog, to unpack what’s really happening in your Doodle’s brain and how science-backed, positive reinforcement strategies can help.

You’ll learn:

• The difference between fear, anxiety, and reactivity in Doodles
• Why some Doodles are more sensitive to their environment
• How positive reinforcement builds optimism and emotional safety
• When relaxation protocols can be a game-changer for daily life

🎁 Stay to the end for an exclusive $20 off my Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™, designed to help sensitive Doodles settle, cope, and thrive.

👉 Next listen: If your Doodle struggles with overreacting on walks, cue up the episode on leash training for sensitive Doodles to build confidence step by step.

🎧 Listen now and set your Doodle up for calmer, happier days!

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

We break down how to tell the difference between protest and distress, when to use shaping vs. luring, and why crates should predict good things (not just you leaving).

And because timing matters, I’ll share how the crate comfort schedules inside Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™ show you exactly how long and when to use the crate by age—so you’re not guessing or pushing too fast.

💡 This episode is perfect if:

• You’ve tried “cry it out” and it backfired
• You’re juggling crate training with house training
• You want your Doodle to settle happily at night and during the day
• You’re tired of chaos and want calm routines

Key Takeaways

 ✅ Why forcing crate training can harm long-term comfort
 ✅ Puppy vs. adult strategies for introducing the crate
 ✅ How to use meals, toys, and naps to create positive associations
 ✅ How to spot distress vs. normal protest barking
 ✅ The Daily Schedule Blueprint™ crate schedules for building predictable routines

🎁 Exclusive Listener Discount:
 🖥 Get $75 off Malena’s Self-Paced Online Course, Mission Possible
👉 Sign up here: thedoodlepro.com/missionpossible

💰 Use code doodleSA at checkout to claim your discount!

This course is a step-by-step, science-based program designed to help dogs overcome separation anxiety at their own pace — using Malena’s proven protocol.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
 “We followed Corinne’s crate comfort schedule from the Blueprint and the whining stopped in days. Total game-changer.”

👉 Want results like this? Grab Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™ now.

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

In this episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, I’m joined by world-renowned separation anxiety expert Malena DeMartini to dig into the surprising benefits of crate training — long after the puppy stage.

We cover:

• Why many puppies become “little land sharks” without a crate to help them decompress 🦈
• How crates can prevent over-arousal and support better sleep habits
• Why ditching the crate too soon can make emergencies, vet visits, and grooming far more stressful
• How to protect your dog’s crate as their safe space (and teach kids to respect it)
• The truth about the “dogs are den animals” myth

💡 Want a ready-to-use crate and alone-time schedule designed just for Doodles? Grab your copy of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™ here: thedoodlepro.com/book

🎁 Exclusive Listener Discount:
 🖥 Get $75 off Malena’s Self-Paced Online Course, Mission Possible
👉 Sign up here: thedoodlepro.com/missionpossible

💰 Use code doodleSA at checkout to claim your discount!

This course is a step-by-step, science-based program designed to help dogs overcome separation anxiety at their own pace — using Malena’s proven protocol.

This is Part 1 of our conversation. Be sure to follow the podcast now so you don’t miss Part 2, where we’ll dive into exactly how to make crate comfort training a joy for both you and your Doodle.

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your shows.

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

In this DWAA 2025 Finalist episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, Puppy Culture® founder Jane Messineo Lindquist breaks down what science actually says about early puppy socialization, how to balance health and behavior risks, and what breeders and puppy parents can do differently — starting now.

In Episode 73, Jane Messineo Lindquist busts one of the most common and damaging puppy socialization myths and explains how thoughtful, low-risk exposure supports confidence, emotional resilience, and long-term behavior — even for adult and rescue dogs.

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔️ How puppies can be safely socialized before all vaccines are complete
✔️ The #1 thing Jane wishes every breeder would do before puppies go home
✔️ Why delaying socialization can create fear and behavior challenges later
✔️ How adult and rescue dogs can still make meaningful progress
✔️ How early experiences shape confidence, health, and behavior long-term

📘 Special note:
Jane is also a contributor to my Amazon bestselling book Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™. Inside, you’ll find my exclusive, day-by-day Socialization Schedule designed specifically for Doodles.
👉 thedoodlepro.com/book

Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode:

•  🐾 Doodle Pro Puppy Socialization Checklist
  👉 https://thedoodlepro.com/socialization
•  📘 Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™ (Jane Messineo Lindquist, contributor)
  → Get it here
• 🐾 Puppy Culture® programs & products
  → Explore here
• AVSAB Humane Training Statement
•  📖 When Pigs Fly by Jane Messineo Lindquist 
• 📖 Mine! by Jean Donaldson
• 🎧 Jane’s podcast: Madcap Radio
  
  

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

Jane shares the origin story of Puppy Culture, why genetics are only part of the picture, and the enrichment and communication tools that create confident, optimistic dogs. We unpack what “manding” really means (and why it’s not just “sit for petting”), explore active vs. passive enrichment, and take a hard look at the ENS buzzword versus simulated maternal stimulation.

💡 What You’ll Learn in Part 1:
✔️ How Puppy Culture began and why it’s become a global movement
✔️ The difference between active and passive enrichment—and why both matter
✔️ How manding builds communication and reduces frustration in dogs of any age
✔️ ENS vs. simulated maternal stimulation (SMS) and what the science really says
✔️ The key protocols to look for when choosing a responsible Doodle breeder

📘 Want more support raising your puppy? Jane also shares insights inside my book, Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint → Get at DoodleBlueprint.com

🎧 Catch Part Two in Episode 73 → where we break down the #1 socialization myth, what every breeder should do before puppies go home, and how even rescue and adult dogs can benefit.

Resources & Links:

• Puppy Culture website
• Jane’s book: When Pigs Fly! Training Success with Impossible Dogs
• Article: “Rethinking ENS” on Madcap University
• The Doodle Pro® Podcast on Apple Podcasts

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of this surreal milestone, what it meant to have my kids right there with me, and how this win belongs to our entire Doodle parent community.

💛 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
✔️ What it felt like to sign books at sea (and then run out!)
✔️ Why this milestone is a win for all of us, not just me
✔️ A huge thank you to the 100+ members of my Doodle Insider Team
✔️ What’s coming next for the podcast and The Doodle Pro® community
✔️ How you can join me for the Doodle Parent Challenge™—10 days to calmer, happier Doodles

🎯 Ready for more calm and clarity with your Doodle?
The Doodle Parent Challenge™ is back—complimentary for Doodle parents everywhere.
👉 We start September 5. Save your seat here → thedoodlepro.com/parentchallenge

📚 Don’t have the book yet?
Grab your copy of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint here → DoodleBlueprint.com

📸 Want a peek at the cruise ship book signing?
I shared the behind-the-scenes photos (including some hilarious backdrops) on Instagram and Facebook—come celebrate with me there @thedoodlepro.

🐾 If this episode made you smile—or reminded you that you’re not alone—share it with a fellow Doodle parent who could use a little less chaos and a lot more calm.

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

After 50,000+ hours working exclusively with Doodles, I’ve gathered what truly works—from overstimulated puppies to seniors stuck in unpredictable routines. And today, I’m thrilled to share: Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™ is officially here.

Inside this episode, I pull back the curtain on:

• 🐾 How Nestlé (my Cavapoo) and my then-15-year-old inspired the book’s creation
• 🐾 The surprising feedback from early reviewers already seeing calmer, happier Doodles
• 🐾 Why I believe every Doodle parent deserves simple, stress-free structure in their day

📚 Order the book now (paperback, Kindle, or hardcover):

👉 thedoodlepro.com/book

🎁 Grab your $230 in listener bonuses:
Printable schedules, private podcast, and access to on demand Q&A bonus training:
👉 https://doodleblueprint.com

📝 Already reading? Leave your review here:
👉 https://thedoodlepro.com/amazonreview

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

You’ll learn how structure supports emotional regulation, reduces stress for both you and your Doodle, and creates a sense of safety without rigidity or micromanaging your day.

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔️ The difference between structure and rigidity and why one helps while the other hurts
✔️ How a daily schedule reduces stress for you and your Doodle
✔️ What flexible “anchor points” look like for potty breaks, training, grooming, and daily life
✔️ Why Doodle-specific routines matter more than generic dog advice

✨ I also share how Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™ became a #1 Amazon New Release and Best Seller, and how it gives Doodle parents a realistic framework that works even with shift work, kids, travel, or unpredictable days.

👉 Next listen: If your Doodle struggles midday with zoomies, barking, or chaos, cue up Episode 68: How to Stop Midday Zoomies, Barking, and Chaos to learn how to reset the day without adding more activity.

💤 Supportive tools for rest and settling

Tools that help Doodles settle and rest more easily
👉 https://thedoodlepro.com/shopsettle

📚 Want the full framework?

Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™ is available in paperback, Kindle, and hardcover:
👉 https://thedoodlepro.com/book

🎁 Bonus Toolkit™, private podcast, and live Q&A access available at:
 👉 https://doodleblueprint.com

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

After 50,000+ hours working hands-on with Doodles, I created what I now call The Midday Reset™. It’s not a strict training plan, and it’s not about wearing your dog out. It’s a repeatable rhythm that helps your Doodle know what to expect, so their nervous system can settle—and so can yours.

In this episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, I break down why midday chaos happens, why it’s especially common in smart, sensitive Doodles, and how a simple reset routine can change the entire tone of your afternoons.

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔️ Why midday zoomies and barking happen (and why it’s not your fault)
✔️ How overstimulation builds throughout the day
✔️ What The Midday Reset™ is and how it works
✔️ Why this approach is more effective than longer walks or more training
✔️ How predictable rhythm supports calm and focus

📚 I also share a peek inside Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™, now a #1 Amazon Best Seller, which shows Doodle parents how to build flexible daily structure that actually works in real life.

👉 Next listen: To understand the foundation behind The Midday Reset™, cue up Episode 67: Why Structure Works for Doodles: The Secret to Calm, Connection, and Better Behavior.

🧠 Training and enrichment tools I trust

Brain-building tools for smart, busy Doodles
👉 https://thedoodlepro.com/shopbrain

🎧 You don’t have to just survive the chaos. Let’s build a routine your Doodle—and your whole household—can rely on.

Because Doodles aren’t just “high-energy mutts.”
 They’re different—wonderfully so.

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

After 50,000+ hours working exclusively with Doodles, I’ve seen how predictable routines—not over-exercise—transform behavior.

In this episode, I’ll share:

• Why structure matters more than burning energy for Doodles
• The science behind predictability and behavior regulation
• How routines lower stress, stop barking, and help your Doodle settle
• The morning rhythm that makes life easier for you and your dog
• A free resource you can start using tomorrow

✨ You’ll also get early access to The Doodle Morning Flow™—a proven daily rhythm used by hundreds of Doodle parents to create calm, connected mornings.

👉 Download your free guide here: TheDoodlePro.com/morning

 👉 Or order your full copy of the bestselling book here (paperback, Kindle, or hardcover): doodleblueprint.com

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

In this fan-favorite episode, I welcome back Lisa Spector, Juilliard-trained pianist and the Pet Calming Maestro behind Dog Gone Calm. Her music is designed specifically to calm canine nervous systems and is used in shelters, vet offices, and homes worldwide (including mine!).

🎶 You’ll Learn:

• Why not all classical music calms dogs (and which works best)
• What volume, timing, and type of music is most effective for Doodles
• How to use sound to reduce barking, separation anxiety, and reactivity
• Why Lisa’s music helps both humans and dogs settle together 🧘‍♀️🐶

🎁 Free Gift for Listeners
Get my 14-page Doodle Parent’s Guide to Using Music — packed with tips to reduce anxiety, improve focus, and settle chaos — complimentary at TheDoodlePro.com/music

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

In this DWAA Two-Time Finalist (2025) episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, I’m joined by parenting and training expert Michelle Stern of Pooch Parenting to unpack what growling really means, when it’s a warning, and why suppressing it can actually increase bite risk.

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔️ Why dogs growl and what they’re trying to communicate
✔️ Whether growling always signals aggression (spoiler: it doesn’t)
✔️ If you should correct growling — or actually appreciate it
✔️ How to respond when a dog growls at you, children, or guests
✔️ What growling during play means
✔️ Why punishing growling backfires and what to do instead
✔️ How to help your dog feel safe so they don’t need to growl

📘 Preventative support note:
When stress builds quietly over time, it often shows up as growling. Inside Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™, I share how predictable daily rhythms can support emotional safety before stress escalates. Learn more at thedoodlepro.com/book

🎁 Free resource from Michelle:
Download The ABCs of Growling to better understand what your dog is communicating:
👉 https://poochparenting.net/abcs-of-growling

👉 Next listen: If growling shows up alongside fear, anxiety, or shutdown, cue up Episode 32: Separation Anxiety in Doodles: Myths, Causes, and What Actually Helps to explore the emotional layer underneath behavior.

🌿 Supportive tools for sensitive Doodles

My favorite calming tools for anxious or easily overwhelmed Doodles
👉 https://thedoodlepro.com/shopcalm

🎧 Hit play to replace fear with understanding — and learn how listening to growling keeps everyone safer.

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

In this episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, I sit down with Marge Rogers and Eileen Anderson, authors of Puppy Socialization: What It Is and How to Do It, to talk about why socialization isn’t just for puppies and how to help your Doodle feel more confident in the world.

💡 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ Why socialization extends beyond puppyhood
✔️ How to read your Doodle’s body language to avoid overwhelm
✔️ The 3-second rule for safe, polite greetings
✔️ Why adolescent Doodles (2–3 years old) may become more selective with playmates
✔️ Practical exercises for confidence-building and calm socialization

🐾 We also tackle common Doodle struggles like:

• Barking at bikes
• Fear of strangers
• Over-exuberant greetings

📘 Want step-by-step guidance?
Inside my book, Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™, you’ll find my Socialization Schedule and Adult Doodle Schedule — so you know exactly how to set your dog up for success day after day. Grab your copy here

📖 Want more reading? Check out Marge & Eileen’s book: Puppy Socialization: What It Is and How to Do It!

🎧 Hit play now and learn how to give your adult Doodle the confidence they deserve!

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

I’ve pulled together the best insights from past expert episodes to help you:
 🐾 Prevent painful mats & keep your Doodle’s coat healthy
 🐾 Understand why growling isn’t “bad” — and how to respond calmly
 🐾 Finally get real answers on separation anxiety

💡 Dive Deeper:
 Inside Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™, you’ll find the daily rhythms and stress-reducing routines that help prevent grooming battles, reduce anxiety, and give your Doodle the calm predictability they crave. Grab your copy here

Plus, I have a special listener discounts for Malena DeMartini-Price’s Mission Possible and Karishma Warr's Calm Canine Academy scroll down for details!

🎧 Next Week: I’m welcoming back Marge Rogers & Eileen Anderson for a masterclass on reading your doodle’s body language—don’t miss it!

Links & Resources from Today’s Episode

🖥 Grooming: What Groomers Wish You Knew
📱 Or listen on Apple Podcasts here

🦴 Resource Guarding & Growling: How to Prevent Resource Guarding & Handle Growling
📱 Or listen on Apple Podcasts here

💔 Separation Anxiety: Separation Anxiety Explained with Malena DeMartini
📱 Or listen on Apple Podcasts here

🎁 EXCLUSIVE LISTENER DISCOUNT!
🖥 Get $75 off Malena’s Self-Paced Online Course, Mission Possible → Sign up here
💰 Use code “doodleSA” at checkout for $75 off!

🎁 EXCLUSIVE LISTENER DISCOUNT!
  🎓 Get 20% off training services at Calm Canine Academy with code “DoodlePro”

📖 COMING SOON! Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint—stay tuned for pre-order details!

📩 Let’s Connect!
DM me on Instagram @thedoodlepro and tell me your biggest takeaway from today’s episode!

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

In this episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, I’m joined by dog scientist and ethical breeder Amanda Venturino (MSc in Immunology & Animal Science) to unpack what the research actually says about dog allergies, shedding, and Doodle coats.

✨ You’ll Learn:
✅ What “hypoallergenic” really means (and why it’s misunderstood)
✅ The science of dog allergies & the Can F1 protein
✅ Why some Doodles shed more than others — and how genetics play a role
✅ How bathing can reduce allergens by up to 84%
✅ The most important questions to ask breeders if allergies are a concern

📘 Want daily routines that make life with your Doodle calmer and easier — allergies or not?
Check out my book Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™, now a #1 Amazon Best Seller. Inside, you’ll find my step-by-step Doodle schedules, including grooming rhythms that can reduce allergens in your home. Grab your copy here

🐾 Resources & Links Mentioned:

🔹 Goldendoodle Association of North America (GANA™)
🔹 Amanda’s Website & Socials
🔹 Read Amanda’s research on The Functional Dog Collaborative

🔹 Follow The Doodle Pro® for more expert advice:
📸 Instagram: @thedoodlepro
🎧 More Episodes: The Doodle Pro Podcast

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

Are you a dedicated Doodle parent, trainer, groomer, or breeder? In this episode, I share why your Doodle’s daily routine matters so much and how predictable rhythms lead to calmer, happier dogs.

You’ll hear about how I created Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™ (before it launched!) and how I invited my Insider Team to help shape it.

💡 What You’ll Learn:
✔ Why structure matters more than over-exercise for Doodles
✔ How routines reduce stress, stop chaos, and improve behavior
✔ Why flexible “anchor points” work better than rigid schedules
✔ How your Doodle’s day can set the stage for calm, connection, and better behavior

📘 Ready to create your own calm daily rhythm?
 Get Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™ now → DoodleBlueprint.com

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

📖 This conversation is extra special because Wag was the official Zoomies to Zen™ Book Club pick inside The Doodle Pro® Academy. Our community loved it, and Dr. Todd joined us live to answer members’ burning questions. Now you get to listen in, too.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ The #1 mistake well-meaning dog parents make when trying to make their pup happy
✔️ Why positive reinforcement is the key to training success (and what science says about punishment)
✔️ How to tell if your dog is genuinely happy—and what to do if they’re not
✔️ The critical puppy socialization window most people miss (and how to do it right!)
✔️ Why adolescence is a challenging (but normal) phase in your Doodle’s development

🐶 Want a sneak peek? We discuss why dogs NEED rewards (yes, even food rewards!), how to fade them out thoughtfully, and which treats science shows dogs will run fastest to earn.

📚 Get Dr. Zazie Todd’s book, Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy

 📘 Want Doodle-specific daily routines that reduce chaos and build happiness? Grab my book Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™, now a #1 Amazon Bestseller → DoodleBlueprint.com

🎧 Hit play and discover the science of a truly happy Doodle!

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

💡 You’ll Learn:
✔️ The dangers of ice, salt & de-icing chemicals for dogs
✔️ Why booties can be a game-changer (and how to help your Doodle tolerate them)
✔️ The must-have paw balm that prevents cracking & irritation
✔️ The genius whisk hack for removing snow clumps
✔️ Why washing paws after walks is so important
✔️ The best tools to prevent winter matting

🌟 Free Gift for Listeners:
📩 Grab my FREE Winter Paw Protection Guide with my favorite products, reviews, and step-by-step tips → TheDoodlePro.com/winter

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

Doodles are smart, sensitive, and unique, which means traditional training methods don’t always work. In this episode, I break down why Doodles train differently, the mistakes most people make, and how you can finally unlock your dog’s full potential.

✨ Free Quiz for Listeners:
👉 Take the quiz at thedoodlepro.com/trainable
to discover your Doodle’s personality type:
🐾 Spirited Spitfire – High-energy and easily distracted
🐾 Curious Independent – Brilliant, but does things their own way
🐾 Sensitive Soul – Eager to please but easily overwhelmed

Once you get your result, I’ll send you custom training tips tailored to your Doodle’s personality.

💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
✔ Why Doodles are different from other breeds when it comes to training
✔ The biggest mistakes people make when training Doodles
✔ How to tailor your training to your Doodle’s specific personality
✔ The #1 way to make training easier and more effective

🎧 Listen now and don’t forget to take the quiz at thedoodlepro.com/trainable!

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

In this episode, I answer a listener question about adopting a 14-month-old Husky Doodle — and use it as a springboard to teach you how to evaluate whether any Doodle mix fits your lifestyle.

💡 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ How breed traits combine in different Doodle mixes (and what that means for you)
✔️ Why adolescent Doodles (12–24 months) are often surrendered — and how to navigate this phase
✔️ The unique coat & grooming challenges of high-maintenance mixes
✔️ How to assess if your schedule, lifestyle, and energy level match your dream Doodle

📖 Want step-by-step daily routines that work for any Doodle? Grab my book Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™ → DoodleBlueprint.com

🔗 Related Resources:

• My full Husky Doodle guide → thedoodlepro.com/huskydoodle-traits-grooming-care
  
  
• Ep 15: Doodle Brain Under Construction — Adolescent Dog Training → Listen here
  
  

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

From DIY dog treat recipes to safe chews and holiday gift ideas, you’ll get everything you need to celebrate without the stress (and avoid those dangerous rawhide candy canes!).

💡 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ The best holiday chews for safety and enjoyment (and which to skip)
✔️ Step-by-step DIY dog treat recipes to bake at home
✔️ Holiday gift ideas for Doodles of all ages
✔️ Why red-and-white candy cane chews are a holiday no-go

🎁 Free Gift for Listeners:
Grab my Doodle’s Holiday Cookie Mini-Cookbook — packed with festive recipes your pup will love → thedoodlepro.com/holiday

🛒 Holiday Shopping Made Easy:
See my curated list of safe holiday chews & Doodle gift picks → thedoodlepro.com/amazon

🎧 Related Episode: Don’t miss Ep 52 “10 Essential Holiday Safety Tips for Your Doodle” → Listen here

🐾 Let’s make this holiday season magical (and safe) for your Doodle!

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

In this follow-up to Episode 53 of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, I continue the conversation with Marge Rogers and Eileen Anderson, co-authors of Puppy Socialization: What It Is and How to Do It, to bust the most common puppy socialization myths and explain what actually helps Doodles feel confident and safe.

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔️ How to build a “bank account” of positive experiences
✔️ Why quality socialization matters more than quantity
✔️ Common socialization mistakes that can lead to fear or anxiety
✔️ How to introduce puppies and adult Doodles to new situations thoughtfully
✔️ What to do if you feel like you missed the critical socialization window

👉 Next listen: If your puppy seems overstimulated or struggles to settle after new experiences, listen to “Why Your Dog Needs a Flexible Daily Schedule (Not a Rigid Routine)” to support recovery, rest, and emotional regulation.

🎁 Free resource

Download my complimentary Doodle Socialization Checklist to track positive, confidence-building exposures without overwhelm:
👉 https://thedoodlepro.com/socialization

📘 Want the full system?

Inside Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™, you’ll find my step-by-step Socialization Schedule, designed specifically for Doodles so you know what to focus on each week.
👉 thedoodlepro.com/book

🎧 Haven’t listened to Part 1 yet? Start with Episode 53 to hear the first half of this conversation.

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

In this episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, I’m joined by Marge Rogers and Eileen Anderson, co-authors of Puppy Socialization: What It Is and How to Do It, to walk you through puppy socialization step by step using science-based, humane methods.

Whether you’re raising a Goldendoodle, Labradoodle, Bernedoodle, or another Doodle mix, this episode explains how thoughtful socialization builds confidence and reduces fear-based behaviors later in life. You’ll also learn why socialization isn’t just for puppies — it’s an ongoing process that supports dogs at every age.

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔️ Why early socialization matters more than “exposure” alone
✔️ How to read and respond to your puppy’s body language
✔️ How to build positive associations with new people, sounds, and environments
✔️ Practical tips for socializing around kids, other pets, grooming, and daily life
✔️ Why these same principles apply to adolescent and adult Doodles

👉 Next listen: Continue with “Puppy Socialization Myths Debunked (Part 2)”, where we clear up common mistakes and share expert techniques for raising confident Doodles.

🎁 Free resource

Download my complimentary Puppy Socialization Checklist to track quality, positive exposures without overwhelm:
👉 https://thedoodlepro.com/socialization

📘 Want the full framework?

Inside Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™, you’ll find my step-by-step Socialization Schedule, designed specifically for Doodles to support calm, confident development.
👉 thedoodlepro.com/book

🎧 Hit play to learn how to socialize your Doodle puppy with clarity, confidence, and compassion.

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
✔️ How to create a safe retreat for your Doodle during busy gatherings
✔️ Why exercise before guests arrive reduces holiday chaos
✔️ Tips for keeping dogs calm with unfamiliar visitors & loud celebrations
✔️ How my Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™ helps even the most excitable pups settle
✔️ The top holiday hazards (plants, food, doors) and how to avoid them

📘 Want extra support during the holidays?
My book, Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™, includes strategies for helping your Doodle stay calm through company, travel, and changes in routine. These schedules are designed to give your dog structure when life feels unpredictable. Grab your copy here → DoodleBlueprint.com

🎁 Free Holiday Gift for Listeners:
Bake for your pup this season! Download my Doodle’s Holiday Cookie Mini-Cookbook with festive DIY recipes → thedoodlepro.com/holiday

🌟 Featured Resource:
Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™ — a 5–10 minute/day program to transform chaos into calm. The perfect gift for yourself or a Doodle parent in your life.

✨ With the right prep, you can enjoy a festive season that’s calm, safe, and joy-filled — for you and your Doodle.

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ How the Cockapoo’s parent breeds shape temperament and behavior
✔️ Why resource guarding can be common in Cockapoos — and how to prevent it with positive practices
✔️ Grooming essentials: coat care, brushing routines, and ear cleaning tips
✔️ How to help Cockapoos cope with separation anxiety and build independence
✔️ Why red-coated Cockapoos often have higher energy levels
✔️ Key differences between Cockapoos and Cavapoos — and which might fit your family best
✔️ Enrichment and training tips to channel Cockapoo energy productively

📘 Want to understand your Cockapoo’s “software” even better?
In my book, Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™, I break down the unique “operating systems” of different Doodle mixes and give you step-by-step daily schedules that create calm and predictability — even for sensitive souls like Cockapoos. → Get your copy here

📖 Related Resource:
Want a detailed Cockapoo vs Cavapoo comparison? Check out my full guide → Read here

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

In this episode, I break down everything you need to know about Aussiedoodle temperament, grooming, health, and training. We’ll explore how the Australian Shepherd’s energy and loyalty combine with the Poodle’s smarts and sensitivity, creating a one-of-a-kind “operating software” that needs the right balance of enrichment, structure, and care.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ Aussiedoodle temperament — why they’re so smart, loyal, and energetic
✔️ How Poodle + Australian Shepherd traits shape their behavior
✔️ Merle coats & eye colors: what to know before choosing
✔️ Aussiedoodle grooming needs and common health considerations
✔️ Aussiedoodle vs. Goldendoodle & Labradoodle — key differences
✔️ Mini Aussiedoodles: are they the right fit for your family?

📘 Want a calmer, happier Aussiedoodle?
My book, Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™ (a #1 Amazon Best Seller), includes step-by-step daily schedules designed for high-energy Doodles like Aussiedoodles. Learn how to give them the predictability and structure they need to settle — without losing their spark. → Get your copy here

🛍️ Love Aussiedoodles? Shop my custom Aussiedoodle merch!
Exclusive tees, sweatshirts, and totes designed just for Aussiedoodle parents. Perfect for treating yourself or gifting another Doodle lover. → The Doodle Pro® Shop

💸 Limited time: Use code AUSSIEDOODLEPOD for 15% off!

🎧 Hit play now to unlock the secrets of raising a confident, happy Aussiedoodle.

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

In this episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, join me, Corinne Gearhart of The Doodle Pro®, for the second half of my conversation with Laura Monaco Torelli — one of the nation’s leading positive-reinforcement experts in humane handling and cooperative care.

Laura’s work is also featured in Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™, where her insights support humane, consent-based handling and care for Doodles.

Since 2004, Laura has helped transform the lives of pets and their people in Chicago, bringing science-based, compassionate techniques from her early work with marine mammals and exotic animals into the world of companion dogs.

In Part 1 (Episode 47) — our most-downloaded episode ever — we explored how empathy and reinforcement-based training can make grooming and handling less stressful. In this follow-up conversation, we go deeper into practical, real-life strategies Doodle parents can start using right away.

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔️ How to help your Doodle feel more comfortable with brushing and grooming tools
✔️ Step-by-step ways to build positive associations with clippers and handling
✔️ Why giving dogs choice and consent reduces anxiety and builds trust
✔️ How to pace grooming sessions to protect your Doodle’s coat and emotional safety
✔️ How Laura’s cross-species training experience informs humane grooming practices

👉 Next listen: Start with Episode 47: Stress-Free Vet Visits & Grooming for Doodles, where Laura and I lay the foundation for cooperative care and positive handling.

🌿 Supportive tools for calm grooming experiences

My favorite calming tools for sensitive Doodles
👉 https://thedoodlepro.com/shopcalm

🔗 Links mentioned

• Episode 47: Stress-Free Vet Visits & Grooming for Doodles
• Laura’s website: https://lauramonacotorelli.com
  
  
• Follow Laura on Instagram: @LauraMonacoTorelli

🎧 Hit play to make grooming feel safer, calmer, and more cooperative for your Doodle — without force, fear, or pressure.

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

After May 2, 2023, life changed in ways I never expected…

For the first time, I’m ready to open up and share this journey with the Doodle community that’s been by my side. In this exclusive private podcast episode, I’ll take you through the ups and downs of the past year, from heartbreak to personal victories, with my Doodle as my steadfast companion. This story is raw, real, and only for those who truly understand the bond that helps us through life’s toughest times.

Why Download This Private Episode?

🐾 Get the Inside Story: Discover what happened after the last episode and why it took me a year to come back.
❤️ My Untold Journey: Hear firsthand about the most difficult challenges I’ve faced and the resilience that carried me through.
🐶 The Doodle Connection: Feel the power of the Doodle bond as I share how my pup was my rock through it all.

Sign up now to access this private episode—a story that’s personal, powerful, and just for you. Download at thedoodlepro.com/private

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

We dig into reading early stress signals, building trust with your vet and groomer, and creating a cooperative care plan that helps your Doodle feel more comfortable from start to finish.

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔️ How to spot early stress signals in your Doodle’s body language
✔️ Why trust and teamwork with your vet and groomer matter most
✔️ Strategies to reduce fear at appointments, including outdoor exams and video updates
✔️ The difference between “get it done” care and a true partnership approach
✔️ Practical ways to prepare your Doodle for handling, grooming, and medical care at home

📘 Preventative support note:
Predictable daily rhythms can make care routines easier before stress builds. Inside Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™, I share a grooming rhythm designed to support calmer vet and grooming visits. Learn more at thedoodlepro.com/book

👉 Next listen: Continue with Episode 49: Stress-Free Doodle Grooming: Making Brushing and Handling Positive (Part 2) for step-by-step cooperative care strategies you can start using right away.

🌿 Supportive tools for calm care experiences

Tools I use to support this work
👉 Chris Christensen grooming brush
https://thedoodlepro.com/shop/grooming

Gentle, consistent brushing at home builds handling tolerance that carries over to vet visits and professional grooming. This is the brush I trust for Doodle coats to reduce matting, keep skin comfortable, and make cooperative care easier day to day.

🎧 Hit play to help your Doodle feel safer, calmer, and more confident during vet and grooming care — without force, fear, or shutdown.

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

You’ll learn how to plan ahead during pregnancy, reduce stress during major transitions, and set clear, positive expectations so your dog and baby can start off on the right foot together.

✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to adjust your dog’s routine during pregnancy
• When and how to introduce baby gear like swings, gates, and carriers
• How to plan care for your dog during labor and delivery
• What safe, positive introductions look like when baby comes home
• How to recognize stress signals and support your dog through change

🧠 Extra support for sensitive or excitable dogs:
If your dog struggles with settling, sound sensitivity, or big routine changes, my Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles™ teaches dogs how to stay calm while the world changes around them — including new noises, movement, and unpredictable schedules.
👉 Learn more here: https://thedoodlepro.com/relaxation-protocol

🎧 Hit play to learn how thoughtful preparation — plus intentional calm training — creates safer homes and smoother transitions for the whole family.

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast

In this episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, I’m joined by Tanya Lim, Doggy Doula™ at Family Pupz, to break down the myths and misconceptions about introducing babies to dogs. We cover what parents really need to know to keep both children and dogs safe.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• The Baby Blanket Myth and why it doesn’t work the way most parents think
• Why most dog bites happen with family dogs inside the home
• How to recognize signs of stress and discomfort in your dog
• Why breed isn’t a predictor of bite risk — behavior and context matter
• Step-by-step tips for preparing your dog for life with a baby (sounds, smells, routines, safe zones)
• How to set boundaries and teach respectful child-dog interactions

Dog-child safety isn’t about fear, it’s about proactive preparation. With the right tools, parents can help prevent bites, reduce stress, and create a smoother transition for everyone in the household.

📌 Links & Resources

• Grab Tanya’s Free 5-Day Leash Reactivity Email Course: familypupz.com/free-leash-reactivity-course
• Follow me on Instagram: @thedoodlepro
• Visit: thedoodlepro.com
  
  

WHAT'S YOUR DOODLE'S JOB TITLE?

Every Doodle has a job. Some of them just picked it themselves. Sock
acquisition specialist. Neighborhood watch commander. Director of counter
operations.

6 questions, 5 possible results, and one of them is asleep on your couch
right now.

thedoodl

Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

📘 Get the Doodle Schedule Blueprint:
https://thedoodlepro.com/doodle-schedule-bonus/

🎧 More episodes:
https://thedoodlepro.com/podcast