Bark About Behavior

A New Discussion in the 'Bark About Behavior' Series

Understanding Dogs, One Conversation at a Time

FREE EVENT

October's 'Bark About Behavior'

In the world of dog behavior, two powerful motivators are often at the center of transformation: food and play. Each has its passionate supporters—and each claims to be the key to unlocking emotional change in struggling dogs. But what really works when a dog’s challenges go beyond obedience and into emotion?

This session explores the strengths, limits, and nuances of both approaches. We’ll look at how play and food affect a dog’s emotional state, where each shines (and where they fall short), and how to navigate the gray area in between.

You’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of how to choose the right motivator for the right dog, and how to use either one—not just for compliance, but for genuine emotional healing and behavioral change.

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Date: Tuesday October 28th, 2025

Time: 5pm EDT

4pm CDT

2pm PDT

FREE EVENT

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Food vs. Play?

Which is better for helping a dog who has behavioral and emotional challenges?

... and stick around for a live

Q&A session at the end!

Meet Us

Mark McCabe, a Level 3 SATS-certified trainer with over 35 years of experience, specializes in transforming dogs with severe behavioral issues through innovative, pet-friendly methods. Mark focuses on advanced communication, relaxation, and emotional change to address problems like aggression, anxiety, and hyperactivity. His approach helps dogs naturally adopt calm, desirable behaviors without rigid obedience, leading to lasting change. With a background in working with both domestic and exotic animals, as well as competitive success in K9 sports, Mark combines practical expertise with compassionate problem-solving to help dogs and their owners achieve harmony and success.

Mark McCabe

Co-Owner, Training Between the Ears (TBTE)

With many years of experience doing animal rescue work, Stephanie McCabe is a dedicated dog trainer, course creator, and coach who works alongside her husband, Mark, to help dog owners and professional trainers address challenging behavioral issues in dogs. With a focus on understanding the emotional roots of behaviors like reactivity, anxiety, and aggression, Stephanie guides others toward practical, lasting solutions. She has shared her expertise as a speaker at national conferences and is committed to creating supportive, transformative learning experiences for both people and their dogs.

Stephanie McCabe

Co-Owner, Training Between the Ears (TBTE)

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