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Paws And Profits With Karen Laws

Paws And Profits With Karen Laws

By: Karen Laws
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Are you looking for a way to take your passion for working with dogs into a profit? Welcome the Paws and Profits Podcast where you can where you can have fun doing what you love training dogs, helping people and make a profit.

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Episodes
  • Your Dog’s Leash Reaction Is Not a Personal Attack

    Your Dog’s Leash Reaction Is Not a Personal Attack
    Jun 26 2026
    When your dog barks, lunges, or reacts on leash, it can feel embarrassing, frustrating, and sometimes personal. But your dog is not trying to ruin your walk, make you look bad, or publicly announce that you have failed as a dog owner. Lovely thought, but no.

    In this episode, Karen Laws explains why leash reactions are communication, not defiance. Your dog may be overwhelmed, worried, excited, frustrated, or unsure what to do next. The real work begins when owners stop taking the behaviour personally and start looking at what the dog actually needs in that moment.

    Karen breaks down how owner emotions, leash tension, timing, distance, and expectations all affect the walk. She also talks about the importance of staying calm, being proactive, and giving your dog clear information instead of reacting to the reaction.

    This episode is for dog owners who feel embarrassed or discouraged by leash struggles and need a practical, grounded way to move forward. In this episode:
    • Why leash reactions are not personal
    • What your dog may actually be communicating
    • How owner frustration can add pressure
    • Why distance and timing matter
    • How to become your dog’s advocate on walks
    • Why progress starts with clarity, not emotion
    Your dog’s behaviour may be loud, inconvenient, and badly timed. Dogs do enjoy choosing peak public visibility. But it is still information. And once you understand that, you can start training from a much better place
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    46 mins
  • Helping Rescue Dogs Feel Safe — and Keeping Ticks Off Them

    Helping Rescue Dogs Feel Safe — and Keeping Ticks Off Them
    Jun 18 2026
    Rescue dogs often come with a history we do not fully know. Some have lived on the street, defended themselves, learned to avoid pressure, or reacted because reacting worked.

    In this episode, Karen talks about what rescue dogs really need when they struggle with fear, reactivity, uncertainty, or difficult behaviour in the home. Love matters, of course. But love without structure can leave both the dog and owner spinning in circles, which is touching, but not especially useful.

    Karen explains why rescue dog owners should not drown in guilt, why the right training system can create change faster than people expect, and how clear communication helps dogs feel safer.

    This episode also touches on an important seasonal reminder: tick prevention. Whether your dog is a rescue, a puppy, a senior, or the self-appointed mayor of every grassy ditch, ticks are a real concern. Daily checks, proper removal, and a prevention plan that fits your dog’s lifestyle matter.

    Ticks are showing up earlier, staying active longer, and spreading into more areas across Ontario and Canada. Dog owners need to be practical, not panicked. Check your dog after walks, field time, camping trips, and even yard time. Look around the legs, underarms, ears, tail area, collar area, and anywhere warm or hidden.

    This episode is for anyone living with a rescue dog who is reactive, anxious, defensive, hard to settle, or still trying to figure out how to live in a home — while also remembering that physical safety matters too.Your rescue dog does not need pity forever.

    They need clarity, consistency, and someone willing to lead them kindly.And yes, they also need you to check for ticks. Annoying little freeloaders, but here we are.
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    24 mins
  • Crate Training Without the Drama: Teaching Your Puppy to Settle, Wait, and Trust You

    Crate Training Without the Drama: Teaching Your Puppy to Settle, Wait, and Trust You
    Jun 12 2026
    Crate training is one of the most misunderstood parts of raising a puppy. Too many owners think the crate is either a punishment, a magic puppy container, or something their dog should instantly love because they bought the nice one. Sadly, puppies do not read the product description.

    In this episode, Karen explains how to use crate training as a practical life skill that helps your puppy learn how to settle, handle frustration, and feel safe when you are not actively entertaining them.

    You’ll learn why calm crate exits matter, how to avoid creating a puppy who bursts out like a tiny unpaid intern escaping a meeting, and why timing, routine, and your own handling make such a difference.

    This episode covers:
    • Why crate training is not about “locking your puppy away”
    • How the crate helps teach calm, structure, and independence
    • When to crate your puppy and when not to
    • How to prevent frantic exits
    • Why quiet handling beats constant talking
    • How crate training supports house manners, travel, rest, and confidence
    If your puppy protests, barks, whines, or acts like the crate is a personal insult, this episode will help you think clearly and respond calmly. Crate training is not about being harsh.
    It is about being consistent, fair, and clear. And yes, your puppy can learn this. They may just learn loudly at first.
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    58 mins
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