SPEAK! A Dogcast

Animal Behavior Specialist, David Farb

Learn training tips, dog and animal information, entertaining and insightful stories, and hear from some amazing dog and animal people on our guest SPOT segments.

Join us weekly every Wednesday morning at 7AM for a new episode!

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20 episodes
Updated March 25

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March 25
Ep. 223 - Raising A Puppy
The biggest mistake people make with puppies? It starts on day one… and most don’t even realize it. Today on SPEAK! A Dogcast, we’re breaking down what it really means to raise a puppy the right way, starting with Raising A Puppy and the foundation that shapes everything that follows. From there, we get into Dog Body Language so you can start understanding what your dog is actually communicating before small issues turn into bigger ones. We also feature University of Louisville in The History of Animal Mascots 101, and wrap things up with a listener Q&A. You’re in for a real treat!
February 18
Ep. 222 - Let’s Train Some Dogs!
On this episode of SPEAK! A Dogcast, it’s been a little while since our last podcast, so we’re going to jump right back into it and Let’s Train Some Dogs! We also have a segment updating where we’ve been and where we’re going titled A Little About Me. Then comes The History of Animal Mascots 101 featuring Indiana University! You’re in for a real treat!
Dec 11, 2025
Ep. 221 - Let’s Go For A Walk!
Today on SPEAK! A Dogcast, Let’s Go For A Walk! We talk all about how to get your dog on a focused and controlled walk. We also have a great segment with Quick Tips for Housebreaking. Then comes The History of Animal Mascots 101 featuring Indiana University and the Listener Q&A! You’re in for a real treat!
Dec 3, 2025
Ep. 220 - Dog Anxiety and Your Anxiety
Today on SPEAK! A Dogcast, we talk about dealing with Dog Anxiety and Your Anxiety. We also have a segment teaching the importance of how to Slow Down Your Training. Then comes The History of Animal Mascots 101 featuring Tulane University and the Listener Q&A! You’re in for a real treat!
Oct 22, 2025
Ep. 219 - Socialization Skills for Your Dog
On this episode of SPEAK! A Dogcast, we learn about improving Socialization Skills for Your Dog. We also have a sweet segment for Training Your Pets for Halloween. Then comes the Listener Q&A! You’re in for a real treat! Happy Halloween!
Oct 1, 2025
Ep. 218 - The Truth About Punishment
Today on SPEAK! A Dogcast, we learn The Truth About Punishment. We also have a segment talking about how Good Dogs Are Not Easy. Then comes The History of Animal Mascots 101 featuring Florida Atlantic University and Listener Q&A! You’re in for a real treat!
Sep 24, 2025
Ep. 217 - Setting Up Failure to Create Success
Today on SPEAK! A Dogcast, we learn all about Setting Up Failure to Create Success with training your dog! We also have a fun and informative segment on Basic Commands and Beyond. Then comes The History of Animal Mascots 101 featuring The University of South Florida and the Listener Q&A! You’re in for a real treat!
Sep 3, 2025
Ep. 216 - Do You Spend Enough Time Reinforcing Behavior?
On this episode of SPEAK! A Dogcast, we ask Do You Spend Enough Time Reinforcing Behavior? We also have a segment learning how to Let the Collar Talk. Then comes The History of Animal Mascots 101 featuring The University of Texas at San Antonio! You’re in for a real treat!
Aug 21, 2025
Ep. 215 - Puppies 101
On this episode of SPEAK! A Dogcast, we are going back to puppy class with a lot of great information in Puppies 101. We also have a story or two with A Puppy Story segment. Then comes the Listener Q&A! You’re in for a real treat!
Aug 13, 2025
Ep. 214 - Corrections vs. Redirections
Today on SPEAK! A Dogcast, we learn the differences between Corrections vs. Redirections and how to utilize them with your dog. We also talk about some of the best ways of Increasing Desired Behaviors. Then comes the Listener Q&A! You’re in for a real treat!
Aug 6, 2025
Ep. 213 - Changing Behaviors at Home
On this episode of SPEAK! A Dogcast, we talk about Changing Behaviors at Home. We also have an interesting segment on Weird Dog Behaviors Explained. Then comes The History of Animal Mascots 101 featuring Boise State University and the Listener Q&A! You’re in for a real treat!
Jul 24, 2025
Ep. 212 - Using the Correct Training Tools
Today on SPEAK! A Dogcast, we talk about Using the Correct Training Tools. We also answer the question of How Trained Should Your Dog Be? Then comes The History of Animal Mascots 101 featuring the University of Akron and Listener Q&A! You’re in for a real treat!
Jul 16, 2025
Ep. 211 - Walking Your Dog Off-Leash
Today on SPEAK! A Dogcast, we are back and giving you the tools for Walking Your Dog Off-Leash. We also have a segment welcoming David Back From the Mountains and hear all about how he and his wife took all four dogs on a long road trip to New Hampshire! Then comes the Listener Q&A! You’re in for a real treat!
Jun 11, 2025
Ep. 210 - Training Checklist
On this episode of SPEAK! A Dogcast, we start at the top of the list and work our way down to the bottom to give you the tools for your Training Checklist with your dog. We also talk about some Simple Fixes to Train Your Dog. Then comes The History of Animal Mascots 101 featuring the University of California Berkeley and the Listener Q&A! You’re in for a real treat!
Jun 4, 2025
Ep. 209 - Let’s Get Technical with Dog Training
Today on SPEAK! A Dogcast, we talk about the concepts and applications of training. So Let’s Get Technical with Dog Training! We also talk about the Summer Season with Your Dog and how to have the most fun while staying safe. Then comes The History of Animal Mascots 101 featuring Texas Christian University and the Listener Q&A! You’re in for a real treat!
May 28, 2025
Ep. 208 - Stop the Barking, Stop the Madness
Today on SPEAK! A Dogcast, we learn how to Stop the Barking, Stop the Madness. We also have a segment on Road Trips with Your Dog and how to properly prepare for them. Then comes The History of Animal Mascots 101 featuring Texas A&M University and the Listener Q&A! You’re in for a real treat!
May 21, 2025
Ep. 207 - Uncontrolled Dog and the People Who Don’t Control Them
On this episode of SPEAK! A Dogcast, we take an in-depth look at Uncontrolled Dogs and the People Who Don’t Control Them. We also have The History of Animal Mascots 101 featuring The University of Cincinnati and Listener Q&A! You’re in for a real treat!
Apr 30, 2025
Ep. 206 - Dealing with Distractions
On this episode of SPEAK! A Dogcast, we focus on giving you the tools for Dealing with Distractions. We also talk about what it takes to Be A (Dog) Parent. Then comes the Listener Q&A! You’re in for a real treat!
Apr 9, 2025
Ep. 205 - Stopping Your Dog From Pulling on Leash
Today on SPEAK! A Dogcast, we talk about Stopping Your Dog From Pulling on Leash. We also learn why Training is No Big Deal. Then comes The History of Animal Mascots 101 featuring The University of Florida and Listener Q&A! You’re in for a real treat!
Apr 2, 2025
Ep. 204 - What is Reinforcement?
Today on SPEAK! A Dogcast, we ask a question that so many dog owners want and need to know, What is Reinforcement? We also teach owners that tone and communication is an important part of dog training in a segment called Don’t Be Mean, Just Mean It. Then comes The History of Animal Mascots 101 featuring the University of New Mexico and Listener Q&A! You’re in for a real treat!