38. Your Dog Isn’t the Problem, You Are. Becoming the Leader Your Dog Needs with Larry Krohn

March 04, 2026

If your dog pulls, lunges, ignores commands, or feels out of control, this episode may change the way you see everything.

Lisa sits down with internationally respected dog trainer Larry Krohn to talk about the real reason dogs struggle. It is not stubbornness. It is not dominance. And it is not bad luck. It is confusion.

From leash reactivity and overuse of food rewards to breed mismatches and overhumanizing dogs, Larry breaks down what most owners get wrong and how to turn chaos into calm through clarity, play, and leadership.

This conversation is not about controlling your dog. It is about becoming the kind of person your dog can trust.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Dogs need clarity, not structure for the sake of structure.

  • Too much freedom too soon creates lifelong behavioral issues.

  • Overusing food rewards weakens motivation.

  • Play builds trust faster than constant obedience drills.

  • Walking on tight leashes often creates the very reactivity owners hate.

  • Gut health and overvaccination can impact behavior more than people realize

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