She Speaks Up Podcast

She Speaks Up Podcast

Hosted by: Susan Koncewicz

Everyone wants to have a dog that listens and that they fully enjoy. A dog that not only is a part of the family but is well-behaved and a joy to be around. Susan Koncewicz, a mindset coach for dogs and their...

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#37 Designed on purpose: understanding my children through human design

Episode summary I’m really excited to share this one with you. Today I’m sharing something that has completely shifted how I understand my twins. We’re diving into human design and what it reveals about how they’re...
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#36 It’s all about balance

Episode summary Hey loves, today I wanted to talk about something I had to learn the hard way… balance. This season of motherhood tested me in ways I didn’t expect. I truly thought I was asking for enough help. I...
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#35 Five month update

Episode summary Hey loves. It’s been a couple of months since I’ve been on here, and I wanted to update you on everything that’s been going on. The babies are officially five months old, and this season has stretched...
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#34 What's worked vs. not for my highly sensitive, highly reactive baby

Episode summary Susan shares her personal experience parenting a highly sensitive, highly reactive baby and what has truly helped along the way. She explains what sensitivity and reactivity can look like in infants,...
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#33: Baby, business, and life update. What's been going on

Episode summary In this episode, Susan takes a break from dog training topics to share a personal life update. At 37 weeks pregnant with twins, she opens up about the journey leading up to their arrival, the support...
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#32: The potty pad trap - Why it's failing your dog (and what to do instead)

Episode summary In this episode, Susan gets real about one of the biggest mistakes many dog owners make when potty training, using puppy pads or potty grass. While they’re often recommended by breeders, rescues, or...
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#31 Getting inconsistent results? What you need to know about trauma in your dog

Episode summary In this episode, Susan dives into how trauma, whether visible or hidden, can deeply impact your dog’s behavior and training progress. She explains how trauma affects the nervous system, why some dogs...
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#30: I don't think this dog can be trained

Episode summary In this raw and honest episode, Susan shares her personal experience with Spring, a deeply challenging foster dog who made her question everything she knew about training. From screaming leash battles...
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#29: How to tell if your dog has anxiety

Episode summary In this episode, Susan dives into the topic of dog anxiety, focusing on its causes, symptoms, and how to help a dog overcome it. She shares insights into how anxiety manifests in dogs, especially...
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#28: I want my dog to listen. Where do I start?

Episode summary In this episode, we tackle a common challenge dog owners face: getting your dog to listen and respond. Whether you’re struggling with leash pulling, unwanted behaviors, or simply want a more responsive...
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#27: Top dog training myths

Episode summary In this episode, Susan debunks five common myths in dog training, offering insights that might surprise you. From misconceptions about punishment and behavior correction to the idea that certain breeds...
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#26: 5 Things I practice with every stubborn dog

Episode #26

In this episode, Susan dives into five essential practices she uses with every stubborn dog to create lasting behavioral changes. Whether your dog ignores commands, pulls on the leash, or refuses to listen, these...
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