If your dog listens sometimes, ignores cues other times, or seems inconsistent depending on the situation, you’re not alone — and your dog isn’t being stubborn.
Unclear Dogs:
When Your Dog “Knows It”… But Doesn’t Do It
Unclear Dogs:
When Your Dog “Knows It”… But Doesn’t Do It
Not sure what your dog needs? Take the Behavior Quiz!
If your dog listens sometimes, ignores cues other times, or seems inconsistent depending on the situation, you’re not alone — and your dog isn’t being stubborn.
Not sure what your dog needs? Take the Behavior Quiz!
Not sure what your dog needs? Take the Behavior Quiz!
Not sure what your dog needs? Take the Behavior Quiz!
Better behavior starts with a calmer dog.
When dogs feel overwhelmed, they can’t listen, learn, or respond.
We help dogs find regulation first — so behavior finally improves.
You’re doing your best to be consistent.
But living with the unpredictability is frustrating.
You’re doing your best to be consistent.
But living with the unpredictability is frustrating.
A lot of dogs aren’t defiant.
They’re confused.
“They know the command… so why won’t they do it?”
Living with an unclear dog often looks like this:
When your dog reacts, it can feel overwhelming & embarrassing.
We understand how stressful that is.
Recall works… until there’s a distraction
Told your dog is “testing you” or being stubborn
“They know the command… so why won’t they do it?”
Living with an unclear dog often looks like this:
Recall works… until there’s a distraction
Listens at home, but not out in the world
You’re repeating yourself more and more
People say your dog is “testing you”
You’re left wondering:
“Am I confusing my dog?”
“Why does obedience fall apart in real life?”
You’re not alone. A lot of dogs aren’t defiant — they’re confused.
Your dog listens perfectly at home — but not outside
You repeat yourself more and more
That’s why punishment and correction often fail — and why our training focuses on nervous system regulation first.
Corrections make things worse.
Commands don’t stick.
Unclear behavior isn’t about motivation — it’s about communication.
Dogs don’t automatically know that a cue means the same thing in every environment.
It’s hard for them to listen.
In That State:
You repeat cues
Your dog disengages
Pressure creates tension
You can’t correct a dog into consistency.
You have to teach it — clearly.
Dogs don’t automatically know that a cue means the same thing in every environment.
That’s why punishment and correction often fail — and why our training focuses on nervous system regulation first.
You repeat cues
Your dog disengages
Pressure creates tension
Unclear behavior isn’t about motivation — it’s about communication.
In that state:
You can’t correct a dog into consistency. You have to teach it — clearly.
We reduce pressure and set up supportive environments so your dog can focus, think clearly, and process what’s being asked.
How we help unclear dogs gain clarity:
Because clarity comes first.
Step 2. Improve Communication
Step 1. Create Safety
How we help unclear dogs gain clarity:
Because clarity comes first.
Step 1. Create Safety
We reduce pressure and set up supportive environments so your dog can focus, think clearly, and process what’s being asked.
Step 2. Improve Communication
You’ll learn how your dog understands cues — and how to deliver them clearly and consistently.
Step 3. Build Reliability
We practice cues in public and distracting environments so your dog learns what stays the same, no matter where you are.
Step 3. Build Reliability
We don’t correct uncertainty — we teach confidence.
We don’t correct uncertainty — we teach confidence.
This is The Scentsible Method
Safe → Seen → Secure
You’ll learn how your dog understands cues — and how to deliver them clearly and consistently.
We practice cues in public and distracting environments so your dog learns what stays the same, no matter where you are.
Here’s what transformation really looks like—for dogs and their humans.
Dogs feel…
Clearer about what’s being asked
Able to respond without hesitation
More confident in new environments
Owners feel…
Less confused about what to do
More consistent and confident
Like they’re finally on the same page with their dog
This isn’t about perfect obedience. It’s about understanding what’s being asked.
In-Person, Behavior-Focused Private Training
Your journey starts with a paid, in-person consultation ($100) where we:
✔ Assess what’s driving your dog’s overwhelm
✔ Observe behavior in real time
✔Create a clear, realistic training plan
From there, private lessons focus on:
✔ Nervous system regulation
✔ Confidence-building
✔ Calm communication
✔ Real-world reliability
No chaos. No rushing. No shame.
Still exploring? — Take the Behavior Quiz
In-Person, Behavior-Focused Private Training
✔ Assess what’s driving your dog’s overwhelm
✔ Observe behavior in real time
✔Create a clear, realistic training plan
Your journey starts with a paid, in-person consultation ($100) where we:
From there, private lessons focus on:
✔ Nervous system regulation
✔ Confidence-building
✔ Calm communication
✔ Real-world reliability
No chaos. No rushing. No shame.
Still exploring? — Take the Behavior Quiz
Ready for clearer communication and more reliable behavior?
You don’t need more commands.
You need a system your dog can actually understand.
$100 — your first step toward lasting change.
Answer a few questions to find out what your dog might be missing and how you can better support their growth.
Not ready to book a consultation?
Growth Starts with Awareness.
Start with Clarity
Not ready to book a consultation?
Start with Clarity
Answer a few questions to find out what your dog might be missing and how you can better support their growth.
Growth Starts with Awareness.
FAQs: Clarity Training for Unclear Dogs
Is my dog just being stubborn?
1
Probably not. Most “stubborn” dogs are actually confused. If your dog responds sometimes but not others, they likely don’t fully understand what’s being asked — or when it matters. We focus on communication, not correction.
What makes this different from obedience training?
2
Traditional obedience often pushes repetition and pressure. We slow down, clarify expectations, and teach dogs to understand cues across different environments. That builds long-term reliability — not just short-term compliance.
Can older dogs still benefit from clarity-focused training?
3
Yes. Dogs of all ages can learn clearer communication. We adjust the pace and structure to match your dog’s needs, whether they’re a young pup or an adult dog with ingrained habits.
What if my dog also struggles with fear or anxiety?
4
We adapt. If your dog becomes overwhelmed easily, we shift the approach to focus on regulation and safety first. Clarity only works when your dog feels safe enough to engage and learn.
Where does training take place?
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Training sessions are held in and around Meridian, Idaho — in real-life environments where behavior matters most. We bring the learning to the places your dog actually needs it.