Training with Dog Genie: From Fearful to Flourishing

Boop our inbox! 🐾 In this episode, I’m joined by certified dog trainer and behavior consultant Genie Tuttle of Dog Genie to talk about helping shy and anxious dogs build confidence. Together, we revisit Nessie’s early training days and explore how choice and agency play a powerful role in behavior work. We also talk about how nose work and scent-based enrichment can transform fear into curiosity, giving sensitive dogs a way to engage with the world on their own terms. This is a warm, hopeful conversation for anyone navigating life with a “big-feelings” dog — and for those looking for compassionate, practical ways to help their dogs feel safer and more confident. Connect with our guest, Genie Tuttle Website: https://doggenie.com Instagram: @doggenie Connect with Shy Dog Diaries Instagram: @shydogdiaries Email: pod@shydogdiaries.com