Ep 18. Double Trouble

In season 2, episode 18 of "It's Me or the Dog," titled Double Trouble, celebrity dog trainer Victoria Stilwell is faced with a double challenge when she meets two dogs, a Jack Russell terrier and a Welsh corgi, who have been causing chaos in their owners' home.

The owners, Kelly and Kevin, are a young couple who are struggling to train their mischievous dogs, Poppy and Freckles. The dogs have taken over the house, chewing on furniture, digging up the garden, barking at guests, and even biting their owners. Kelly and Kevin are at their wits' end and are considering giving up the dogs if they can't get them under control.

Victoria sets to work with her usual methods of positive reinforcement and consistent training, but she soon discovers that the real problem lies with the owners' lack of leadership and communication. Kelly and Kevin have been inconsistent with their training, giving mixed signals to their dogs and confusing them. They also have different approaches to discipline, which has caused further confusion for the dogs.

Victoria gets to work on coaching Kelly and Kevin in how to be clear, consistent leaders for their dogs. She also helps them to understand the importance of setting boundaries and rules for their dogs to follow, in order to create a calmer and happier home environment.

Throughout the episode, Victoria shows Kelly and Kevin how to use positive reinforcement to reward good behavior, and how to redirect their dogs' energy into more productive activities, such as playing fetch or going for walks. She also helps them to identify triggers that cause their dogs to misbehave, such as food or other dogs, and works with them to desensitize their dogs to these triggers.

One of the highlights of the episode is when Victoria takes the dogs to a dog park to work on their socialization skills. This is a big challenge, as both Poppy and Freckles have shown aggression towards other dogs in the past. However, with Victoria's guidance and encouragement, Kelly and Kevin are able to see a marked improvement in their dogs' behavior, as they learn to play and interact with other dogs in a safe and positive way.

By the end of the episode, Kelly and Kevin are thrilled with the progress they have made with their dogs. They are now able to enjoy their pets' company without the constant stress and chaos that they had previously experienced. They are grateful to Victoria for her expert guidance and support, and are committed to continuing their training and maintaining a consistent, positive approach to their dogs.

Overall, season 2, episode 18 of "It's Me or the Dog" provides an insightful and entertaining look at the challenges of dog ownership, and the importance of clear communication, consistent training, and positive reinforcement in creating a happy and harmonious home environment for both dogs and humans.