When Dogs Guard People: Resource Guarding a Pet Parent

When Dogs Guard People: Resource Guarding a Pet Parent

Author: Will Bangura, M.S., CAB-ICB, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FDM, FFCP April 29, 2026 Duration: 1:05:18
Text Me Your Questions In this episode of Will Bangura’s Dog Training Today, dog behaviorist Will Bangura explains one of the most misunderstood forms of resource guarding: when a dog guards access to a pet parent, family member, couch, bed, lap, or preferred person. Many pet parents describe this behavior as jealousy, protectiveness, or loyalty. However, when a dog stiffens, blocks, growls, snaps, lunges, or bites as another dog, spouse, child, visitor, or family member approaches, the behav...

Dog Training Today with Will Bangura moves beyond basic commands to explore the real, often messy, relationships between dogs and the people who love them. Hosted by Will Bangura, a certified behavior consultant and professional trainer with a career spanning over three decades, this podcast translates complex behavioral science into practical, compassionate advice you can use immediately. Will’s approach is grounded in evidence-based methods and a deep understanding of canine psychology, making each episode a reliable resource. Whether you’re a new pet parent navigating puppyhood, a family working with a rescue dog, or a seasoned professional seeking to refine your techniques, the conversations here are designed to meet you where you are. You’ll hear detailed breakdowns of common behavioral challenges, from separation anxiety to leash reactivity, always with an emphasis on building trust and reducing fear. The discussions are intentionally accessible, ensuring that listeners of all ages-including kids who are active participants in their dog’s life-can grasp the concepts and feel empowered to help. This isn’t about quick fixes; it’s about fostering lasting understanding and harmony in your home. Tune in for a thoughtful, vet-endorsed perspective that respects both the intelligence of your dog and your goals as a caregiver. Every episode of this dog training podcast aims to make the journey of living with and learning from your dog more rewarding and less stressful for everyone involved, naturally strengthening the bond you share.
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Should You Send Your Reactive or Aggressive Dog to Board and Train? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:14
Text Me Your Questions In this episode of Will Bangura’s Dog Training Today, dog behaviorist Will Bangura explains what pet parents need to know before sending a reactive or aggressive dog to a board and train program. B…
Preventing Dog Separation Anxiety and Building Independence [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:13
Text Me Your Questions In this episode of Will Bangura’s Dog Training Today, dog behaviorist Will Bangura explains how pet parents can help prevent separation anxiety and build healthy independence in dogs. Many pet pare…
The Biggest Lie in Dog Training [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:47
Text Me Your Questions In this episode of Will Bangura’s Dog Training Today, dog behaviorist Will Bangura discusses one of the biggest myths in dog training: the claim that positive reinforcement cannot work for difficul…
Dog Daddy Training Failure: Fear, Force, and Why Aggression Returns [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:35
Text Me Your Questions In this episode of Will Bangura’s Dog Training Today, dog behaviorist Will Bangura examines the controversy surrounding Dog Daddy training methods and explains why forceful, high-pressure dog train…
Transforming Leash Reactivity: Positive Training for Calmer Walks [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:33
Text Me Your Questions In this episode of Will Bangura’s Dog Training Today, dog behaviorist Will Bangura explains how to help leash-reactive dogs become calmer, safer, and more manageable on walks using positive reinfor…
Strangers at the Door: Teaching Calmness with Multiple Dogs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:38
Text Me Your Questions In this episode of Will Bangura’s Dog Training Today, dog behaviorist Will Bangura explains how to help dogs stay calmer when the doorbell rings, visitors arrive, or strangers come into the home. D…
Managing Fireworks Anxiety in Dogs for the Fourth of July [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:53
Text Me Your Questions In this episode of Will Bangura’s Dog Training Today, dog behaviorist Will Bangura explains how pet parents can help dogs cope with fireworks anxiety during the Fourth of July and other loud season…