Dominika Knossalla is a Certified Dog Trainer and the founder of Dog Meets Baby. She lives in beautiful San Francisco with her 6-year-old twins and a yellow Labrador Retriever named Lola. Dominika graduated with honors from the prestigious Academy for Dog Trainers (called the Harvard of Dog Training).
Lola’s predatory reaction to her newborn twins was one of the main reasons why she started Dog Meets Baby. Dominika is passionate about helping parents of young children and dogs (like herself) who want real tips and solutions to keep everyone safe. She wants parents to have an action plan when they bring their baby home and know what to do when their baby becomes mobile.
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Website - https://bit.ly/3YJfThm
Pre-baby courses - https://bit.ly/3QPX8qE
Toddler Course - https://bit.ly/3E87wCo
Free Toddlers & Dogs Guide - https://bit.ly/3Lfg3aT
Free Preparation Checklist - https://bit.ly/3YJXYXU
Free Toxic Foods Checklist - https://bit.ly/45i59sB
Instagram - @DogMeets_Baby - https://www.instagram.com/dogmeets_baby/
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Dr. Cook is an International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, a longstanding professional member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT), and was one of the first trainers nationally to become a Certified Professional Dog Trainer through independent evaluation. Dr. Cook received her Ph.D. in Psychology from UC Berkeley, with her research focusing on the dog-human relationship and its effect on the problem solving strategies dogs employ. Dr. Cook is the founder and creator of the Play Way and a popular instructor for the online school, The Fenzi Dog Sports Academy. She has been training dogs for nearly 30 years, and has specialized in the rehabilitation of shy and fearful dogs for over 20 years.
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Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/doggeek/
Play Way Course:
https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/courses/84
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Today I'm joined by multi-certified trainer Sylvia Wes!
My name is Sylvia Wes, I have been a certified dog trainer for 7 years. I am currently working as an early developmental and reactivity/ aggression specialist. While I am a certified professional dog trainer, the majority of my cases revolve around behavior consulting and modification.
I have been working with dogs in a professional capacity for over a decade. I got my start in the rescue sector, running a huge no kill center in DTLA with over 200 animals in our care. I forayed into pet care as a special needs and geriatric care specialist before diving into the world of dog training.
I am passionate about science based, positive reinforcement training. I currently hold two certification and am seeking a new certification in behavior consulting. I believe in the power of individual learning, radical consideration and choice based learning models to help propel your relationship with your dog to next level.
Let me help guide you into a new world of better communication, meeting your dog's needs and human animal bonding to last your dog's lifetime. Anything is possible with though the power of love, patience and science.
https://www.instagram.com/dogupinthisbitch/
Website:
https://www.dogupinthisbitch.com/
YouTube Series: “Bitching with Sylvia”
https://www.youtube.com/@dogupinthisbitch/featured
Hansel and Gretel Exercise:
Hansel & Gretel-BCP.pdf https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Oq1fRnvDv9KSW5N9rCTAu8tM0sCwsnz6/view?usp=drive_link
Sylvia’s First Episode:
“Dogs in the News”
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/doggy-dojo/id1542560229?i=1000515968600
If your dog is Reactive, check out:
“Reactive Dogs with Juliana Willems”
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/doggy-dojo/id1542560229?i=1000518816976
“Leash Reactivity” Crossover episode
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/doggy-dojo/id1542560229?i=1000551874185
If you’re curious about equipment choices, check out
“Collars and Harnesses: Equipment Part 1 with Renee Rhoades”
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/doggy-dojo/id1542560229?i=1000561796809
“Leashes and Management Tools, Equipment Part 2 with Renee Rhoades”
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/doggy-dojo/id1542560229?i=1000564669620
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Simone Mueller, MA is a certified dog trainer and dog behaviour consultant (ATN) from Germany. She specialises in force-free anti-predation training and is the author of the three books of the Predation Substitute Training series “Hunting Together”, “Rocket Recall” and “Don’t Eat That”. Simone is proud to be an Associate Trainer at the Scotland-based Lothlorien Dog Training Club (AT-LDTC) and a member of The Initiative of Force-Free Dog Training, the Pet Professional Guild (PPG) and the Pet Dog Trainers of Europe (PDTE).
Follow Simone’s work on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/predationsubstitutetraining) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/predation_substitute_training/) #predationsubstitutetraining
Learn more: http://www.predation-substitute-training.com
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Sue has over twenty five years experience training and handling dogs, both her own and those of her clients. Sue has also been teaching dog obedience lessons since 1993. Sue has participated in a variety of dog sports including obedience, tracking, retrieving, Schutzhund and agility with her own dogs and those of her clients. Sue shares her life with her young German Shepherd Hawks Hunt’s Sphingidae RN, ATD 2K9, “Hawkeye”. Hawkeye and Sue are training in tricks, obedience, nosework, tracking and rally, and have been enjoying their first trips into the competition ring. Alongside of his friend Zero, Hawkeye stars as the Professor, amusing his friends on the Tiktok Pigpen and the Professor. Outside of the dog training world, Sue is an avid outdoorsman, participating in camping, hunting and canoeing, and she is also an enthusiastic equestrian athlete. Sue enjoys riding her gelding Kahless, and learning the finer points of dressage.
Sue founded Dogs in the Park when she was a student at the University of Guelph, and she co-owns it now with her husband John. Sue is particularly interested in the rehabilitation of aggressive dogs and the resolution of behavioural problems with dogs in family homes. In 2003, Sue passed the Certificate of Pet Dog Training and in the fall of 2004, she was accepted into the International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants as a clinical member. More recently, Sue wrote and passed the Certificate of Behaviour Consulting Canine, Knowledge Assessed.
Sue is a well respected speaker, both online and in person and has delivered programming in Canada, the USA, the United Kingdom and Ireland. Sue has delivered webinars, seminars and lectures on Applied Behaviour Analysis, Resolving Behaviour Problems and Working with Clients.
For more information about Sue's credentials, please visit www.ccpdt.org and www.iaabc.org.
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Are you struggling with a major behavior issue with your pet? This episode is for you! You're not alone, and Dr Pachel talks about how to stay with a Behavior Modification Plan for the long haul.
Dr. Pachel is a board-certified Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists. His work has garnered him international recognition as a thought leader, and coveted keynote speaker and educator. Dr. Pachel has traveled the world, headlining international conferences & teaching inspiring lessons about animal aggression, animal behavior, and industry trends.
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Dr Pachel's website:
Instinct Dog Training:
https://www.instinctdogtraining.com/
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Dr. Janet Cutler is a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist (CAAB) and Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA). She completed her MSc and PhD at the University of Guelph, specializing in the areas of ethology (the science of animal behavior), animal welfare, and epidemiology.
Janet helps people with dog and cat behavior problems, with virtual consultations to develop personalized behavior modification and training programs to suit the household and the pet. She is a Fear Free Certified Professional, and when not seeing clients teaches veterinary and undergraduate students about behavior, does behavior assessments for shelters, and writes about behavior and training science.
She spends time at home in the country with her three daughters, two Australian Shepherds, cat, and supportive husband.
Darcey Kearney is a highly motivated individual who has dedicated herself to improving the lives of dogs and their owners through positive reinforcement training. As the founder of Up Dog LA LLC, a private dog and puppy training provider based in Burbank, California, Darcey has spent the last several years focused on her Board & Train program. This program, located in her own home, allows her to work closely with puppies as young as eight weeks old and provide them with a transformative foundation that will last a lifetime. She then works with the parents to ensure that everyone is in harmony.
Before the pandemic, Darcey’s Up Dog LA was a premiere full-service pet sitting, dog walking, and training service with seven staff members for over eight years. Prior to that, she was one of the most requested walker/sitters for one of the largest dog walking/pet sitting businesses at that time, where she also handled dog’s with special needs physically and behaviorally.
When Covid hit, Darcey made the difficult decision to dial back the business and refocus on her true passion of helping dogs and their guardians. During the lockdown, she started the Board & Train program out of a need that was seen in the community with what dogs were lacking. She also began hosting a Puppy Social every Sunday. Darcey’s 10 years of hands-on training, coupled with her accreditation from the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, has put her in the perfect position to help endless dog families learn how to be the best dog parents by understanding their dog’s needs better.
Darcey uses science-based, proven methods to help countless dog owners live happier, more productive lives with their furry companions. She emphasizes the importance of meeting their dog’s needs and how doing so can help relieve some of the undesirable behaviors that bring clients to her. Darcey’s deep connection with animals began at the age of eight when she started competing in equestrian events in her home state of Idaho. Her experiences with abused show horses led her to the professional rehabilitation of these sensitive beings when she was just 16, and she became known around town for her ways with them.
Although she has had a dynamic 23-year career as a professional DJ and music producer, Darcey left that behind when she moved from San Francisco to LA a few years ago to pursue a career in video editing. She began caring for dogs to make ends meet, and before long, she had so many four-legged clients that she didn’t have time to find her “dream job” Nonetheless, she found her calling in working with humankind’s best friend.
Find Darcey:
Website: https://www.updog.la/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/updogla/
For more about Puppy Socialization check out this episode from Season 1!
"How to Properly Socialize A Puppy, Even During a Pandemic" with Irith Bloom
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Chrissy Joy is a Professional Studio Canine Trainer and internationally acclaimed trick dog trainer. She holds many titles and awards including the 2021 International Trick Dog Champion, 2018 National Stunt Dog Champion, and training the youngest champion trick dog in the world - achieving his title at just 9 weeks old!
Chrissy Joy travels the nation doing workshops, live shows, and set work like TV and movies. (Our newly released movie is Junkyard Dogs which premiered this month.) Her dogs, The Joy Crew, enjoy high flying sports such as agility and disc as well as performing challenging tricks and skills both on set and on stage. Chrissy Joy and The Joy Crew have been featured on multiple international outlets as well as viral social media content from Instagram, Facebook, and Tiktok.
When Chrissy is not working, she enjoys hiking and training her dog and spending quality time at home with her family.
Instagram: @TheJoyCrew @TheChrissyJoy
Facebook: @thejoycrewofficial @thechrissyjoy
Animal make-up: https://chrischristensen.com/specialty-grooming/color-enhancement-products/
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Erika is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge and Skills Assessed (CPDT-KSA) and a Certified Trick Dog Instructor (CTDI) and is a professional member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) and a Canine Training Professional with the Pet Professionals Guild (PPG).
Erika has more than 10 years of experience working with dogs of all shapes, sizes and temperaments. She has interned under licensed veterinarians, volunteered with countless animal rescue groups, worked at doggy daycare centers in Louisiana and Tennessee, and was employed as a shelter manager for a no-kill animal shelter in Louisiana and as a shelter behavior manager for a local humane society in Virginia. Before becoming a professional dog trainer, Erika owned a pet photography business and volunteered her time and talent to help adoptable animals find forever homes.
Erika has clicker trained dogs, cats, parrots, rats, horses, pigs and even one raccoon! She currently specializes in puppy training, trick training, and behavior modification, particularly working with dogs with anxiety, aggression, and reactivity.
Erika loves getting to know the people who love their dogs and is a passionate teacher, of both human and canines! She believes that it's important for her clients to understand why dogs behave the way they do so that they can learn to how problem-solve together.
Erika works with Clever Critters LLC, serving the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. You can follow them on Instagram @clevercritters
In 2021 Erika became a first-time mom and later that year, she landed her dream job, working for Dogwise Books as the Social Media Marketing Manager.
Instagram: @clevercritters
Dogwise: https://www.dogwise.com/
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Books recommended by Erika in the episode:
“Canine Enrichment for the Real World” by Allie Bender and Emily Strong
“Canine Enrichment for the Real World Workbook” by Allie Bender and Emily Strong
“Meet Your Dog” By Kim Brophy
“On Talking Terms with Dogs: Calming Signals” By Turid Rugaas
“Calming Signals: What Your Dog Tells You” DVD by Turid Rugaas
“Doggie Language” by Lili Chin
“The Language of Dogs” DVD by Sarah Kalnajs
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Dr Katrin Jahn, DrMedVet, CertVA, MANZCVS (Veterinary Behaviour), MRCVS
ACVB and ECAWBM Resident in Veterinary Behaviour Medicine
Fear Free Certified Professional
Katrin graduated as a veterinarian from the University of Munich, Germany in 1999 after which she spent 7 years working in a variety of practices in the UK. During this time, Katrin earnt the RCVS “Certificate in Veterinary Anaesthesia” and completed a doctorate thesis in animal behaviour before moving to the UAE in 2006.
Enchanted by the UAE and its opportunities, Katrin opened her own small animal clinic - the German Veterinary Clinic - in Abu Dhabi in 2008. The clinic grew from herself and 2 nurses to a team of over 28 in the space of 14 years and is the first ISFM Gold Standard Cat Friendly Clinic in the Middle East. During this time, Katrin developed a huge passion for Veterinary Behaviour Medicine and animal welfare and her team is the first to become Fear Free Certified in the Middle East.
In 2019, Katrin embarked on a 4-year residency program in Veterinary Behaviour Medicine with both the American as well as European Colleges of Animal Welfare and Behaviour Medicine and hopes to take her board exams in 2023. Katrin feels strongly that the mental and emotional health of her patients are as important as their physical health.
Aside from the clinical aspects of her work, Katrin has become a passionate entrepreneur who loves developing business opportunities and networks, which includes creating and extending her online and media presence. As an example of this, Katrin has a regular spot on the Dubai Eye radio station as a guest speaker for all things pets and has had numerous articles published.
Facebook Group – The Pet Behaviour Community (https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepetbehaviourcommunity)
Facebook page – Trinity Veterinary Behaviour (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075995734294)
Instagram - @trinityvetbehaviour (https://www.instagram.com/trinityvetbehaviour/)
Global online business – Trinity Veterinary Behaviour – website – www.trinityvetbehaviour.com
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Sammy is a professional dog trainer helping dogs and their owners with foundation skills, puppy training, behavior issues, and more. She is dedicated to using the most effective and humane methods to create behavior change at both ends of the leash. Sammy holds several certifications including KPA-CTP, CPDT-KA, UW-AAB, and is completing her Msc in Clinical Animal Behaviour at the University of Edinburgh. One of her special interests includes juvenile and adolescent dog behavior and development.
Instagram: @sammyjhyde
Pet Republic website: www.Powertothepet.com
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Holly is a multi species force-free crossover trainer, certified trick dog instructor/triple crown coach and a force-free content creator. She is currently working through her DN – DTC, a force-free dog training distinction with DogNostics. She is also a full time reptile breeder and stays busy looking after her many personal pets on her and her husband’s farm in northern Ontario, Canada.
Animals have been an obsession from day one and Holly always knew she was going to make a living surrounded by them. She taught the family dog a few tricks as a kid and was completely hooked on training since then.
After discovering trick titles, Holly quickly worked her way up to grand champion with both her dogs but she didn’t stop there. She went on to earn an expert trick title with her cat, and became the first person in the world to earn a trick title with a hedgehog!
Gradually making the crossover from balanced to force free training after rescuing a pitbull named Daisy, it’s become Holly’s mission to show others the amazing things that can be accomplished through R+/FF training.
Follow her on Instagram @fivefreedomstraining
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Kerry from Howl School for Dogs is a certified dog trainer based in London, England, a member of the APDT and also a practising Nichiren Buddhist, working to promote ethical and compassionate methods of dog training and behaviour modification in the UK and beyond.
Kerry works 1:1 with dogs and their guardians, as well as groups - and is available for online sessions with anyone across the globe, with dogs of any age or background. She has a particular fondness for dogs struggling with reactivity and, with her Yorkie mix Norma, is on a mission to help people learn to recognise that small dogs are valid and have needs too! Once a month Kerry hosts an Instagram Live designed to share reward based methods of training and get the education out there to people who perhaps can't afford to work with a professional, or for whatever reason won't.
Howl: School for Dogs
Website: www.howldogs.org
Instagram: www.instagram.com/howl.school.for.dogs
Study Kerry Mentioned about Stress Levels of Daycare Dogs: Albright Ng UNT JVB.pdf
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Kathy Sdao, MA, ACAAB is an applied animal behaviorist. She’s been a full-time animal trainer for thirty-five years, first with marine mammals and now with dogs. At the University of Hawaii, she earned a master’s degree as part of a research team which trained dolphins to understand sign-language. She then worked for the United States Navy training dolphins for open-ocean military tasks. Kathy also worked as a marine-mammal trainer at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium in Tacoma Washington. After leaving the zoo world, she co-created Tacoma’s first dog-daycare.
Kathy launched Bright Spot Dog Training in 1998. Services include consulting with
families about their challenging dogs and mentoring professional trainers who want to
maximize the power of positive-reinforcement training. Kathy is proud to be an original
faculty member for Karen Pryor’s ClickerExpos; she’s taught at forty-one of these
popular conferences. Kathy has lectured at venues across the United States, Canada and Europe, and in Australia, Israel, Japan and Mexico. In 2012, she published her first book, “Plenty in Life Is Free: Reflections on Dogs, Training and Finding Grace”.
Kathy Reading "Plenty In Life Is Free"
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Shalina works as a dog trainer in Toronto, Canada. After completing the intensive
internship program at When Hounds Fly, she then earned her CPDT-KA certification.
Although her love of dogs began in childhood, her passion for science and psychology was born in university. After graduating with her degree in Psychology, she began to dive into animal psychology and learning theory. Keeping up with the latest "dog science" is what drives her to improve to become as effective and humane as possible.
After spending some time on dog training social media, it became apparent to her how critical it was to begin tackling some of the misinformation on Instagram and TikTok. She loves creating educational content on social media to help pet parents navigate the dog training world. Online advocacy work will continue to be a huge priority for her.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/indydoestricks/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@indydoestricks
Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/shalinaseifert
Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare:
These Five Freedoms are globally recognized as the gold standard in animal welfare, encompassing both the mental and physical well-being of animals; they include:
1. freedom from hunger and thirst
2. freedom from discomfort
3. freedom from pain, injury, and disease
4. freedom to express normal and natural behavior (e.g. accommodating for a chicken’s instinct to roost)
5. freedom from fear and distress.
Hierarchy of Dog Needs: http://www.dogpsychologistoncall.com/hierarchy-of-dog-needs-tm/
Sources of Information about Canine Body Language:
Doggie Language book by Lili Chin available on Amazon
Lili Chin on Instagram: @doggielanguagebook
Georgie Bleza on Instagram: @TrickWoofs
Dominika on Instagram @Dogmeets_baby
KikoPup on YouTube
Other episodes to check out:
Doggie Language with Lili Chin
How to Choose a Dog Trainer with Zazie Todd, PhD
Methods Matter with Karen London, PhD
Exploring Extinction with Susan Friedman, PhD
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Tara is a certified trainer and former groomer who specializes in cooperative care just for dog grooming. Her program the Fearless Grooming Program helps dog guardians to train their dog to cooperate for grooming. It doesn't matter if you groom your own dog or they go to a groomer, this program will teach you how to prepare your dog to have a more positive grooming experience. Check out her instagram account @zendog.fearlessgrooming to learn about the Fearless Grooming Program.She resides in the midwest of the United States with her partner, a cat and two dogs Stella the siberian husky and Luna the chinese crested powderpuff.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zendog.fearlessgrooming/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zendog.fearlessgrooming
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3YMPvoGyOvwvAP8I_-8vMQ
Website: https://www.mydoghatesgrooming.com/
Tip for brushing out mats:
Sprinkle with cornstarch
Tools she discussed (for example only - not a recommendation from Tara)
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Renee Rhoades at R+Dogs is a qualified & certified virtual canine behaviour consultant specialising in reactivity, aggression and general fears/phobias. R+Dogs is committed to reward-based methods rooted in ethics and positive welfare. Renee's adoration for dogs began early in life. In her teens she started volunteering in shelters before going on to become a certified veterinary technician. While working in the veterinary industry Renee realized that she had a passion for understanding dog behavior so she decided to pursue it. In 2018, Renee opened her business R+ Dogs with great local success until COVID forced her to re-strategize the way that she was able to help dog guardians. Now for the last 2 years, Renee has almost exclusively been offering her expertise and guidance in the form of virtual consultations to dog guardians around the world. She has not come across any behavior concern that cannot be improved via working virtually. As Renee loves to say that she works for positive change for both ends of the leash because the only way to give our dogs the best life possible is by understanding them first. Continued education is very important to Renee and she dedicates herself to hundreds of hours each year on improving her knowledge and skills. This year Renee is due to graduate from her Animal Welfare Science, Ethics and Law Masters degree along along with taking several other further education opportunities such as becoming a Certified Family Dog Mediator.
Website: www.rplusdogs.com
IG: www.instagram.com/r.plus.dogs
FB: www.facebook.com/rplusdogsbehaviour
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Don’t know the difference between types of collars and harnesses? I’ve got you covered! Avoid injury, set your dog up for success, and keep your dog safe by choosing the right equipment.
Renee Rhoades at R+Dogs is a qualified & certified virtual canine behaviour consultant specialising in reactivity, aggression and general fears/phobias. R+Dogs is committed to reward-based methods rooted in ethics and positive welfare. Renee's adoration for dogs began early in life. In her teens she started volunteering in shelters before going on to become a certified veterinary technician. While working in the veterinary industry Renee realized that she had a passion for understanding dog behavior so she decided to pursue it. In 2018, Renee opened her business R+ Dogs with great local success until COVID forced her to re-strategize the way that she was able to help dog guardians. Now for the last 2 years, Renee has almost exclusively been offering her expertise and guidance in the form of virtual consultations to dog guardians around the world. She has not come across any behavior concern that cannot be improved via working virtually. As Renee loves to say that she works for positive change for both ends of the leash because the only way to give our dogs the best life possible is by understanding them first. Continued education is very important to Renee and she dedicates herself to hundreds of hours each year on improving her knowledge and skills. This year Renee is due to graduate from her Animal Welfare Science, Ethics and Law Masters degree along along with taking several other further education opportunities such as becoming a Certified Family Dog Mediator.
Website: www.rplusdogs.com
IG: www.instagram.com/r.plus.dogs
FB: www.facebook.com/rplusdogsbehaviour
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Care with Consent is Sara McLoudrey’s specialty. Find out how life-changing training your dog to be ok with handling, grooming, and vet care can be!
Sara McLoudrey is the owner of Decisive Moment Pet Consulting and has been a professional dog trainer for 18 years! Currently, Sara is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC with IAABC), CPDT-KSA, Fear Free Certified Professional Level 1 Elite and Certified Trainer, Low Stress Handling Certified, FitPaws Master Trainer, and TagTeach Level 3. Over the years she has seen how our relationships with dogs have changed and even how the “positive/force free/clicker” training world has evolved.
Sara specializes in Care with Consent (cooperative care), human-directed aggression, resource guarding, helping senior dogs thrive, and living with intact dogs. While specializing in these topics, of course, she sees all types of serious behavior cases.
Currently, she offers personalized behavior modification programs, monthly membership communities, and virtual classes such as Care with Consent Foundations, Tip Top Toenails, and Muzzle Magic. In addition to working directly with clients, she also offers services for pet professionals - veterinarians, veterinary nurses, groomers, and training colleagues.
In addition to Decisive Moment Pet Consulting she is also an Animal Trainer at Synergy Behavior Solutions, a veterinary behavior practice. Her professional animal training career started in 2004, founding ROOT Dog Training in suburban Chicago. In 2016, she sold ROOT, moved to Portland, and joined the team at Synergy Behavior Solutions.
Over the years Sara has completed with positively trained dogs in retriever field tests, high-level competition and rally obedience (Utility and RAE level), conformation, and elite level nose work. Currently, Sara shares her life with Rizzo, a 12 year old American Water Spaniel, and Lindy a 4 year old Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.
Decisive Moment Pet Consulting: www.DecisiveMomentConsulting.com
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Susan G. Friedman, Ph.D. is a professor emeritus in the Department of Psychology at Utah State University. Susan has co-authored chapters on behavior change in five veterinary texts, and her popular articles have been translated into 17 languages. She teaches seminars and courses on animal learning online (How Behavior Works: Living & Learning With Animals), with students from 60 countries so far. Susan also consults with zoos and animal organizations around the world. Susan was appointed to the F&WS California Condor Recovery Team from 2002 – 2010, after which time the team was retired due to the success of the birds in the wild. She is the Chairperson of the Scientific Advisory Committee of American Humane Association (AHA) Film and TV Unit, and a member in good standing of ABAI, ABMA, IAATE and IAABC.
Website: www.behaviorworks.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/behaviorworks
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Zazie Todd, PhD, is the award-winning author of Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy, and the creator of Companion Animal Psychology blog and The Pawsitive Post newsletter. Her next book, Purr: The Science of Making Your Cat Happy, will be published in May 2022. Zazie has a PhD in Psychology, is an honours graduate of the prestigious Academy for Dog Trainers, and has an Advanced Certificate of Feline Behaviour (with Distinction) from International Cat Care. Originally from the UK, she lives in Maple Ridge, BC, with her husband, one dog, and two cats.
Blog:
https://www.companionanimalpsychology.com/
Article: “How to Choose a Dog Trainer”
https://www.companionanimalpsychology.com/2016/12/how-to-choose-dog-trainer.html
Wag is available at all good bookstores and people can find their local indie bookstore via Indiebound (Wag: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781771643795; Purr: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781771648141). And it is also of course on Amazon!
Canadian listeners can get signed copies via the links below.
Pre-order PURR: https://blackbondbooks.com/purr
Order WAG: https://blackbondbooks.com/wag
Connect with Zazie Todd, PhD
http://www.companionanimalpsychology.com
Instagram @zazietodd
Twitter @CompAnimalPsych
Where to Start When Looking for a Trainer
For more information on each organization/certification see Zazie’s article: “How to Choose a Dog Trainer”
https://www.companionanimalpsychology.com/2016/12/how-to-choose-dog-trainer.html
Professional Directories
CPDT Directory: https://www.ccpdt.org/dog-owners/certified-dog-trainer-directory/
APDT Directory: https://apps.apdt.com/eweb/DynamicPage.aspx?webcode=TrainerSearch
IAABC Directory: https://m.iaabc.org/consultant/ (toggle to search “Dog Trainer”)
Academy for Dog Trainers Directory: https://www.academyfordogtrainers.com/find-a-trainer/
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Briahna Hendey has a Masters of Science in Environment and Natural Resources (Environmental Social Science), and an undergraduate background in Biology and Psychology. She is very interested in how well-being and sustainable lifestyles intersect, and in turn, helping people live more mindful, connected lives. As an avid dog lover herself, she believes that dogs and sustainability aren't mutually exclusive. After rescuing her own dog Boba, she was shocked at the absence of sustainability information in the dog community, so she took it upon herself to help provide it. Some of her previous work experience includes an educational role at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, which reaffirmed her passion for consent-based, positive reinforcement training for all species
Instagram: @boba.the.sustainable.mutt
https://www.instagram.com/tailsofconnection/
https://www.tailsofconnection.com/trendingblog/secrets-to-sustainability-on-a-budget-yes-its-possible
AAFCO Breakdown of meat and by-products:
https://www.aafco.org/Consumers/What-is-in-Pet-Food
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Thrilled to be joined by Dr Brook Niemiec today!
Dr. Niemiec is a Board Certified specialist in Veterinary Dentistry by the American Veterinary Dental College as well as the European Veterinary Dental College. He is also a Fellow in the Academy of Veterinary Dentistry.
He is Chief of Staff of Veterinary Dental Specialties & Oral Surgery with 15 offices throughout the United States.
He is a regular speaker on the local, national, and international levels, and was elected as the Clinical Instructor of the Year for the 2016 Western Veterinary Conference.
He has authored many articles, chapters, and books and founded the premier veterinary dental telemedicine website www.vetdentalrad.com.
Finally, he coordinates the San Diego Vet Dental Training Center with 3-4 meetings a year covering basic and intermediate veterinary dentistry.
Dr Niemiec’s Practice, Dog Beach Vet:
Pet Dental Education Videos
Educational PDF for Small Dogs
Facebook:
Vetdentalspecialties
IG:
drbrookniemiec
Recommended products:
Veterinary Oral Health Council List of Accepted Products
CEVA Breakables
His book: Small Animal Dental, Oral and Maxillofacial Disease: A Colour Handbook by Dr Niemiec on Amazon
Hill’s Diet: T/D on Chewy *Please note this is a Prescription diet and will require a prescription from your vet to purchase.
Oravet Dental Chews on Chewy
Greenies Dental Treats on Chewy
Plaque Off on Chewy
World Small Animal Veterinary Association Dental Guidelines
Information about Anesthesia Free Pet Dental Cleanings
https://dogbeachvet.com/pet-owners/pet-dental-education/anesthesia-free
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Leash Reactivity is so common, this is first topic we're coving with a second episode! This week I'm the guest, as I bring you a Crossover episode with the Jack Russell Parents Podcast! We talk about the 4 basic parts of a behavioral plan to help you make progress if your dog is barking and lunging on the leash!
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IG - @jrtpodcast
TW - @jrtpodcast
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Many other episodes have mentioned Canine Body Language in passing because understanding it is such a crucial part of successful dog training. Listen now to learn more about this vital topic from Artist Lili Chin! Lili creates infographics for dog-training professionals, veterinarians, behaviourists and welfare groups who advocate for humane animal-training methods. Her dog body language artwork has been featured in art museums, on television and world-wide educational media campaigns, and her "Dogs of The World" poster series has been a viral hit. Her first book Doggie Language is available everywhere!
https://www.doggielanguagebook.com/
https://www.doggiedrawings.net/
Mentioned Resources:
BAT developed by Grisha Stewart
On Talking Terms with Dogs: Calming Signals by Turid Rugaas
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Nikki is a dog mom and registered veterinary technician (RVT) with a passion educating pet parents about the science behind canine nutrition. On her blog “The Canine Health Nut” she shares information on a range of dog nutrition topics: from how to create a homemade complete and balanced dog food recipes, to how to choose a dog food. As a homecooker of over 7 years for her own pups Ranger and Ash - she shares many tips and tricks for pet parents looking to transition to fresh food. Nikki strives to give dog parents the information they need in order to make the best nutrition decisions for their pup!
Blog: www.thecaninehealthnut.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caninehealthnut/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/caninehealthnut/_created/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caninehealthnut
Twitter: https://twitter.com/caninehealthnut
Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO): https://www.aafco.org/Consumers
Free Recipes Using BalanceIT: https://thecaninehealthnut.com/homemade-dog-food-recipes/
American College of Veterinary Nutrition: www.acvn.org/
BalanceIT: www.balanceIT.com
World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA):
https://wsava.org/global-guidelines/global-nutrition-guidelines/
AAFCO:
Labeling Requirements: https://petfood.aafco.org/labeling-labeling-requirements
Questions to Ask your Pet Food Company: https://thecaninehealthnut.com/9-questions-to-ask-your-pet-food-company/
Dog Food Feeding Trials: https://thecaninehealthnut.com/dog-food-feeding-trials/
Puppy Nutrition Basics: https://thecaninehealthnut.com/puppy-nutrition-basics/
How and When to Transition to A New Dog Food: https://thecaninehealthnut.com/transitioning-to-a-new-dog-food/
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Nikki Giovanelli is a dog mom and registered veterinary technician (RVT) with a passion educating pet parents about the science behind canine nutrition. On her blog “The Canine Health Nut” she shares information on a range of dog nutrition topics: from how to create a homemade complete and balanced dog food recipes, to how to choose a dog food. As a home-cooker of over 7 years for her own pups Ranger and Ash - she shares many tips and tricks for pet parents looking to transition to fresh food. Nikki strives to give dog parents the information they need in order to make the best nutrition decisions for their pup!
More From Nikki:
Blog: www.thecaninehealthnut.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caninehealthnut/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/caninehealthnut/_created/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caninehealthnut
Twitter: https://twitter.com/caninehealthnut
Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO): https://www.aafco.org/Consumers
Recipes Using BalanceIT: https://thecaninehealthnut.com/homemade-dog-food-recipes/
American College of Veterinary Nutrition: www.acvn.org/
BalanceIT: www.balanceIT.com www.petdiets.com www.mypetgrocer.com
World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA): https://wsava.org/global-guidelines/global-nutrition-guidelines/
AAFCO: Labeling Requirements: https://petfood.aafco.org/labeling-labeling-requirements
Questions to Ask your Pet Food Company: https://thecaninehealthnut.com/9-questions-to-ask-your-pet-food-company/
Dog Food Feeding Trials: https://thecaninehealthnut.com/dog-food-feeding-trials/
Puppy Nutrition Basics: https://thecaninehealthnut.com/puppy-nutrition-basics/
How and When to Transition to A New Dog Food: https://thecaninehealthnut.com/transitioning-to-a-new-dog-food/
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Today I'm joined by Mandy Boutelle CCT, CTBC
Mandy first started out in the dog industry as a certified professional dog walker, turned certified trainer while living in San Francisco and realized there was a big gap in the R+ community - quality, cool and nerdy t-shirts to wear while out training with her client and personal dogs! She is the main face behind Woof Cultr and handles everything from social media to customer service emails and making sure orders get moving. Her whole mission for Woof Cultr is to help spread the word of more humane training methods, through her gear by creating shirts for trainers, dog nerds, behaviorists and anyone who loves working with their animals in a positive and humane way! Mandy is very passionate about only using humane training methods and always making sure the animals in her care are advocated for in all situations.
Mandy Boutelle, Founder & Creator
Website: Woofcultr
Coupon Code: DOGGYDOJO (15% one time discount)
IG| @woofcultr
FB| Woofcultr
Doggie Language Book by Lili Chin
Ignore My Dog Instagram account
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This is possibly the most important topic in Dog Training today. Do Methods Matter? YES! We break down why using aversive techniques is damaging to your relationship with your dog and to their very welfare. I'm joined by Dr Karen London, who breaks it down for us!
Karen B. London, PhD is a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, and an award-winning author of six books about canine training and behavior, including her most recent, Treat Everyone Like a Dog: How a Dog Trainer's World View Can Improve Your Life. She blogs for TheBark.com and TheWildest.com, writes the animal column (The London Zoo) for the Arizona Daily Sun, and is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Northern Arizona University.
Dr London has a new book: Treat Everyone Like a Dog
Instagram: @Karen.London.Dog.Behavior
Facebook: Karen London
Some references we mentioned in the episode:
Scientific Paper: Does Training Method Matter? Evidence for the negative impact of aversive-based methods on companion dog welfare
AVSAB Position Statement on Humane Dog Training
Shock Collars are banned in Denmark, Germany, Switzerland, Slovenia, Austria, Parts of Australia and Quebec, Canada.
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Sarah Keller of Sit Stay Squat is a Certified Canine Fitness Trainer specializing in corrective exercise for dogs. Her services help to improve your dogs posture and movement while preventing injuries.
Sit Stay Squat also offers “Workout with your Dog” and “Dog-Yoga” classes, so you can get fit with your dog too!
All dogs can benefit from a well rounded exercise routine - including puppies, senior dogs, athletes, and even couch potatoes.
Sarah offers custom canine fitness programs:
https://www.sitstaysquat.ca/online-training/customized-fitness-programs/
And Group classes:
https://www.sitstaysquat.ca/group-classes/
For more information about how canine fitness might benefit your dog, check out:
https://www.sitstaysquat.ca/about/benefits/
https://www.sitstaysquat.ca/about/before-afters/
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You can get a good dog from anywhere! My guest Trish McMillan says good (and bad) dogs can come from any source; shelters, rescues, and breeders. But many have vilified purchasing dogs from breeders so it can be hard to find good information about what makes one ethical. Listen in to learn the red flags that should make you run for the hills, and what to expect from an ethical breeder who’s breeding behaviorally sound puppies. Click the link in my bio to listen, or find it on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen!
Functional Dog Collaborative - Facebook Group, Website, Podcast
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This is a delicate issue, and it was difficult to cut our conversation to 30 minutes! Even with adding a part 2 (next episode we'll talk about choosing a good Breeder if you go that route) we couldn't cover everything. But we tackle the reasons why Rescues turn people down, why "No Kill" has done more harm than good, and some of the ways Rescues could help more families adopt pets and help those pets succeed in those homes!
My guest is Trish McMillan, MSc, CPDT-KA, CDBC, ACCBC
Trish McMillan holds a Master of Science degree in animal behavior, and is a certified professional dog trainer, certified dog behavior consultant and associate certified cat behavior consultant. She has been involved in the animal rescue and sheltering world since the mid-1990’s, starting out as a volunteer and working her way up to director of animal behavior. She worked for the ASPCA for nearly eight years; first as Director of Animal Behavior at their NYC shelter, then as a behaviorist on their field team, helping assess and rehabilitate dogs from cruelty cases, dogfighting and hoarding situations, then she joined the Shelter Research and Development team.
Trish currently does animal behavior consulting near Asheville, North Carolina, working with dogs, cats and horses. Her farm, Pibble Hill, is home to a happy herd of animals of five species. Trish speaks and consults nationally and internationally on animal sheltering issues, dog, cat, and horse behavior, dog aggression, and defensive handling. Her online shelter dog behavior mentorship has helped students from around the world apply best practices at their respective shelters and rescues.
Most of our talk about Behavioral Euthanasia didn't make it into the episode - it's not something to really cover in passing. But if you've had a pet who lost their life to their own behavior, Trish is part of an amazing group on Facebook, Losing Lulu. This group is ONLY for people who've lost pets to Behavioral Euthanasia, not old age, accident, illness or any other way. If that's you, I encourage you to apply for membership.
Find more about Trish at her website below! She also recommended this form, Adopters Welcome, for any Rescue looking to implement what she refers to as "Starting from Yes"!
Also cut from the episode was a discussion about the legal aspects of adoption. I mentioned a lawsuit filed in California against a rescue for placing a dog that turned out to be dangerous. Trish mentioned another California law, Hayden Act.
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Getting a Dog is a Big Deal!! Listen now for advice from “What to Know Before You Get a Dog”, a new children’s book by Margrit Strohmaier. We talk about what to expect and how to make sure you and your kids are ready to take care of a dog.
Margrit Strohmaier is an animal lover who grew up in Austria. She was inspired to write her first picture book, What to Know Before You Get Your Dog, from her daughter Keira’s relentless campaign to have her own dog. Margrit’s love of art and her passion for creativity resulted in this book. She is the recipient of the Ana Blanc Verna Award for Creative Thinking. Margrit now lives in Connecticut with her family and her fluffy dog, Scruffy.
https://www.margritstrohmaier.com/
https://www.instagram.com/margrit_strohmaier/
https://www.amazon.com/What-Know-Before-Your-Book-ebook/dp/B095JDGX7K
Margrit is currently promoting the release of What to Know Before You Get Your Dog, which was released on June 29, 2021.
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DawnMarie and I are NOT medical professionals! She speaks from her experience and I found this VCA Article about Megaesophagus. We hope to get this information out, but do seek out Professional Advice if you have a dog with Megaesophagus.
Bronson’s Mega Puffs (treats for dogs with Megaesophagus)
KONG Stuff’N Real Peanut Butter Treat
About DawnMarie
Dawnmarie Neet lives in Greeley, Colorado with her husband and her Goldendoodle named Monalisa. She is a lively spirit and has a passion for the arts. DawnMarie has traveled to many countries around the world. She loves to share her adventures. She hopes to instill a sense of wonder and thrill surrounding travel and international culture. You can pre-order your copy of her first book “Monalisa Goes to France” and SparkandEmber.org/publishing. All proceeds support their non-profit organization. 10% of the profit will be donated to the Weld County Humane Society.
Pre-order “Monalisa Goes to France” and get an illustrated portrait of your pet!
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Matt Beisner (CPDT-KA) founded THE ZEN DOG with the understanding that "there are no bad dogs".
Season 2 of internationally popular show DOG: IMPOSSIBLE on National Geographic Wild and Disney+ is set to air this July.
In following the dogs Matt has been able to support the change of some very dangerous, fearful and confounding behaviors, without relying on the use of fear, force, commands or control.
Matt currently travels between Los Angeles and Austin, TX where he lives with his wife Brooklin, their two young children and their five once "impossible" dogs".
IG: Matt_Beisner
Twitter: Matt_Beisner
FB: Matthew Beisner
YouTube: MATTBEISNER-TZD
Website: THEZENDOG.com
Dr Amy Cook, The Play Way
Sarah Fisher Animal Centered Education
Beyond the Operant YouTube
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Today I'm the expert guest on Jack Russell Parents podcast hosted by Becca and Gabe Morales! They invited me to talk about how to Stop Unwanted Barking. Listen to this episode here on my feed and if you like it, check out their podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jack-russell-parents/id1556178503
Thank you Protocol for Barking
Becca Morales
Becca Morales, the host of the Jack Russell Parents podcast, is an award-winning actress, children’s author, and educator. She grew up raising animals in Northern California’s Sonoma County. Then, she graduated with a B.A. in Theatre Arts from California State University – Northridge. After starring in numerous theatrical and independent film roles, she relocated to central Texas.
She has authored articles and short stories including “Not Now, Natalie” in Ladybug Magazine. Her children’s novel Walter Plume and the Dehydrated Imagination and her Silly Kitty & Funny Hunny picture book series can be found on Amazon.
Becca loves binging books and British TV reruns, volunteering to direct children’s theater, adoring her pup, while living in denial about her raging coffee addiction.
Gabe Morales
Co-host of the Jack Russell Parents podcast, native Texan Gabe Morales is a graphic and marketing designer. He uses the arts to bring awareness to various US and international non-profit organizations and causes.
He too has a passion for caffeine, cooking for Becca, and bowing to Carson’s every whim. Also, for anything made with chocolate, flour, or sugar.
Carson Morales
A proud Jack Russell (aka Parson) Terrier, Carson is 40-something in people years. Thus, he is the self-proclaimed head of the Morales household.
He loves fetching for hours on end and traveling by car anywhere at all. Also, demanding biscuits after midnight. Not to mention giving all manner of Texas flora and fauna a piece of his mind. From behind closed windows.
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Mallory Kratimenos is a dog trainer in training. She is currently attending and nearing completion in the online Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Trainers. Mallory is the dog mom to two small terrier mixes, Gracie and Ollie. She graduated from Purdue University in 2014 with dual degrees in Engineering and Health Science. She worked in Health Tech Consulting for 6 years after graduating. While it took Mallory a bit of time to find this career path, dog training and behavior has been a passion since she adopted Gracie in 2010. While VSA is her first formal education program, she has been learning about dog behavior and training specializing in reactivity over the past 10 years. In her past, Mallory volunteered and worked at Almost Home Humane Society for a couple of years while in college. She also served on the board of directors for New Rattitude Rat Terrier Rescue for several years.
IG: @the.reactive.dog.blog
Blog: www.reactivedogblog.com
Thank you Protocol for Barking
Doggie Language: A Dog Lover's Guide to Understanding Your Best Friend by Lili Chin on Amazon
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Rhonda Feinberg
APDT, CPDT-KA
Rhonda Feinberg is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer with over ten years experience training dogs and their owners.
In her business Alpha Paws Dog Training Rhonda follows her passion using reward based, positive reinforcement and clicker- dog friendly methods. Rhonda teaches a full curriculum of group classes including: Puppy, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, house-hold manners, Tricks, Basic Agility Training classes and offers AKC K9 Good Citizen evaluation and tricks certifications. For those who want more personal attention she offers one on one or family private training sessions. Rhonda specializes in behavior and obedience issues, aggression, barking, housebreaking, jumping, phobias, separation anxiety, socialization and leash walking. She has studied and worked hands on with some of the top dog trainers in the world. Rhonda continues to stay current attending training seminars and conferences throughout the United States.
Rhonda has 2 dogs of her own, as well as a human family, and she understands the gifts and challenges of being a busy person. She helps owners figure out how to fit dog training into their busy schedules in a way that is fun and that works using positive reinforcement. Rhonda also has a passion for giving back to the underserved. She is a board member for the Joseph and Bessie Feinberg Foundation. She also is a VP for Unleashed Training for Transition, and a board member for CLEAR Canine lymphoma Education and Research.
Instagram: @alphapawsdogtraining
Website: www.alphapawsdogtraining.com
Rhonda's Swimming classes are conducted through FitDog Sports Club in Santa Monica
CLEAR: Canine Lymphoma Education and Research
Unleashed: Training to Transition
Red Cross Cat & Dog First Aid Course
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Trick training is a super fun activity for you and your dog! Learn how to choose what to teach, how to break it down, and how to get your dog a trick title without leaving your house!
Celine Yang is a pet dog trainer at The Pet Republic in Cambridge, MA. She graduated from the Karen Pryor Academy Dog Trainer Professional program in 2016 and continues to pursue education regarding the behavior struggles that deeply impact her urban-lifestyle clients such as isolation distress and reactive behaviors. Celine has two pups of her own: a shiba inu, named Severus, and a GSD mixed-breed, named Whizbee. A true training addict, Celine is willing to try almost any dog-related sport or activity her dogs might enjoy. Her current favorites are trick training, agility, nosework, canicross, and hiking.
IG: @dogwarts.school.of.bitchcraft
https://domorewithyourdog.com/DogTricks/
Drinking from the Toilet Podcast
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Joining me today to talk about Noise Aversion (Fear of Thunderstorms, Fireworks, Trash Trucks etc) is Gwen Podulka, Owner of Dog Trained! Gwen does a little of everything over here at Dog Trained. She works with her awesome co-Trainers to build, learn, and teach you the most effective training methods possible. She will also be that voice you get when you call the office during office hours and you can hear the joy in her voice as she helps you choose your classes.
Gwen landed in the Dog Training world more than 20 years ago after a great stint managing bookstores. She looked around and said “I love this hobby of training my own (at the time) Deaf Dalmatian” and soon moved out to California to train service dogs and advance her own teaching skills. You can meet Gwen at any Play and Train date on the weekends and she will be teaching the in person Reactive Dog 2.0 class in early 2021.
Gwen would personally like to give a shout out to the following for being great advocates in helping me, my dogs and my clients overcome their fear of thunderstorms, fireworks and city noises.
Dr Karen Overall has a great study: Canine Intelligence Test Protocol that looks at pet and working dogs (aussies, border collies and german shepherds) that evaluated noise reactivity in non and noise reactive dogs. That showed some interesting data points on canine cognition and noise reactivity. It shows that something on the right side of the brain is working profoundly differently.
Shout out to Dr Amy Pike at Animal Behavior Wellness Center for being there and guiding Bug and I and so many of our clients through the advantages of behavioral medication.
Sound Proof Puppy App to help desensitize puppies.
Dog Trained Post for noise sensitive dogs:
https://www.instagram.com/p/CM4x1OThIZA/
Behavior Modification:
We used a ton of start button behaviors and pattern games from Leslie McDevitt's Control Unleashed and to help build positive associations with noises.
This class has a great step by step behavior modification plan to help reduce noise reactivity:
BH160: Sound Advice: Conquering Noise Sensitivity
Instructor: Amy Cook
https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com
Find Gwen on IG: @dogtrained
Website: www.dogtrained.com
Medications to ask your Vet about: Reconcile, Gabapentin and Sileo
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Hold on to your hats, because there's so much more to allergies than I originally thought! Dr Fonda Jiang joins me to talk about Allergies in such a practical and actionable way for any animal lovers out there who doesn't want to be parted from their pets!!
Dr. Fonda Jiang is an allergist with Beach Allergy and Asthma Care Specialty group (previously known as Allergy & Asthma Care Center of Southern California, est. 1979) in Long Beach, CA. She is a native of Southern California who studied public health at USC before attending UC Davis School of Medicine and going on to train in internal medicine at the University of Washington in Seattle. She then completed her fellowship in Allergy and Immunology at the VA of Greater Los Angeles, associated with UCLA. She is committed to working as a team with her patients to diagnose and treat a wide range of allergic conditions including pet allergies as well as hay fever, asthma, hives, eczema, food allergies and medication allergies. She is engaged in academic teaching and involved with the Beach Allergy and Asthma research department to provide innovative new treatment options to her patients. She is also a proud auntie to lots of great dogs including Ginger, Pepper, and Tank
IG: @drfondajiang and @beachallergy
Don't forget about the BONUS Allergy-Friendly Gourmet Dog Dish by Allergy-Schatz!!
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Mindy Tenenbaum holds a master’s degree in Veterinary Medicine with a specialist in Veterinary Forensics. She founded DNA My Dog, a canine genetic testing company, in 2008. The company’s canine intolerance and sensitivity test, Allergy Test My Pet, was launched in 2018.
This test was created in response to a lack of affordable allergy testing options for dogs. It seemed that the primary options available for pet parents were to spend hundreds, even thousands, of dollars on allergy testing, switch to low-nutrition foods to avoid a response in the dog or rely on steroid and other allergy type drugs to control the response.
Mindy has over 20 years’ experience in Canine Rescue. She is Vice President of Basset Hound Rescue of Ontario and is on the Field Deployment team for the ASPCA. She has helped with emergency responses for a number of hurricanes, dog fighting cases, hoarding and puppy mill cases.
It was through her work with Basset Hound Rescue that she first started seeing dogs presenting with intolerances and allergy issues. Itchy ears, gas, upset stomachs, etc can be quite common in many dogs and a sign of a food or environmental intolerance.
Allergy Test My Pet tests for over 100 food and environmental factors that may be causing the dog to react. The test offers a tool for owners to learn some of the factors that may be causing their dog discomfort. Avoiding these items and/or switching diets can go a long, long way in a dog’s wellness.
www.dnamydog.com (DNA Tests)
www.atmypet.com (Allergy Tests)
Instagram: @dnamydog
This episode includes a BONUS!! Check out this Allergy-Friendly Gourmet Dog Dish by Chef Adrianna Ford of Allergy Schatz!
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Professional Photographer Molly Condit didn’t plan on photographing so many animals, it just sort of worked out that way. Luck for us! Because we get to learn from her how to take better pictures of our furry family members!!
About Molly:
As a former Air Force kid, New York City transplant and self-prescribed wanderer, I’ve had the chance to see a lot of the world and meet a wide variety of people. Working as a professional photographer over the past eight years has cemented a passion for documenting humans and animals and the inextricable bonds between them.
Commercial work is also a main focus, from producing stills for advertising campaigns to capturing behind the scenes production magic. The goal is for everyone who steps in front of my camera to leave feeling engaged, happy and most importantly, proud of the images that we create together.
My passion for animal advocacy has led to work with local rescue organizations and sanctuaries as well as volunteer work abroad. I’m fortunate enough to live with rescue felines who remind me daily just how lucky I am to be their human.
Reach out below, I’d love to hear from you!
Website: gbearmedia.com
E. molly@gbearmedia.com
T. 917-558-3931
IG. @greatbearmedia
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Dealing with a Stubborn Dog?
If you’ve ever said “He knows what I want him to do, but he just won’t do it!”, “She only comes when my wife calls her”, or “my dog only does what I ask when I’ve got a treat in my hand!” then this episode is for you my friend!!
My guest, Lauren, breaks down why this is happening and what to do about it!!
Lauren Rubin is a certified professional dog trainer, Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner and a Fear Free professional. She’s been training dogs since 2014, and specializes in using positive reinforcement to help reactive, fearful, and anxious dogs live a happier life. Lauren is also deeply passionate about educating pet parents on behavior so they can form a stronger relationship with their dogs and be their advocate. She’s located in Eugene, Oregon, but offers virtual behavior consultations wherever you may be.
If you want to more of Lauren, find her on:
Website:
https://creativecaninesolutions.com/
More about this episode:
https://creativecaninesolutions.com/doggydojo
Instagram:
@creativecaninesolutions
https://www.instagram.com/creativecaninesolutions/
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/creativecaninesolution
Virtual Reactive Rover Classes:
www.creativecaninesolutions.com/groupclasses
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We’re seeing more and more Reactive Dogs everywhere lately! It’s one of the most common behavioral issues dog owners run into. We can do things to treat and prevent it though, if we strive to understand how our dogs see the world.
Juliana Willems is the Owner and Head Trainer at JW Dog Training and Behavior Consulting in Washington, DC. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP), Certified Behavior Consultant Canine (CBCC-KA), and a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC). Juliana is a faculty member at the Karen Pryor Academy and teaches the Dog Trainer Professional program.
Juliana specializes in reactivity, anxiety, and aggression cases, and thanks to virtual training is able to help people and dogs all over the country. She enjoys applying her knowledge of canine behavior and the science of learning when working closely with owners to improve their dog's behavior. When she's not training with private clients, Juliana is sharing information about dog training and behavior with the public through webinars, TV appearances, and social media.
For more about Reactive Dogs or other tips, you can find Juliana
Website: www.jwdogtraining.com
Instagram: @jwdogtraining
Facebook: facebook.com/jwdogtrainingandbehavior
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Happy 4/20! What better topic for today’s show than CBD for Dogs!?!?!
I’m so excited to welcome a licensed veterinarian, renowned pet cannabis expert, and founder of VETCBD based here in California. Having dedicated his life’s work to the health and well-being of animals, Dr Timothy Shu founded VETCBD in 2015 to help pets safely benefit from the multiple therapeutic uses of plant-based solutions including cannabis and hemp. Today, the California-based company VETCBD is the #1 veterinarian-formulated pet cannabis brand in America, and has been featured on TODAY, The New York Times, NBC News, NPR and more. His formulas are triple-tested, responsibly grown and come with free veterinary nurse support. Isn’t that incredible? It’s because he is passionate about educating pet owners about cannabis uses and sources — encouraging them to “Know your CBD” so that they keep their pets healthy and safe.
Check out www.vetcbdhemp.com You can purchase full-spectrum tinctures available in three sizes (125mg CBD, 250mg CBD and 500mg CBD) in addition to a 200mg CBD balm and a 3000mg CBD broad-spectrum tincture specifically for equines.
You can follow VETCBD on Instagram and Facebook @vetcbdhemp
Additionally, they’re working on a bill to legalize cannabis for pets in California whereby it would allow veterinarians to recommend cannabis products for pets and advice on dosage in addition to permitting the labeling and marketing of cannabis for pets in CA dispensaries. You can find more information about this effort at www.petcannabis.org
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Kim Brophey, CDBC, CPDT-KA, FDM, is an applied ethologist and owner of The Dog Door Behavior Center in downtown Asheville, NC. Kim’s 20-year commitment to Family Dog Mediation™ has been recognized internationally, nationally and locally, awarded the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) Outstanding Trainer of the Year in 2009 and the Best Dog Trainer of WNC seven years in a row.
Kim Brophey’s work has been featured in: Psychology Today, The Washington Post, National Geographic, Pet MD, The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI Central) Resource Library, HGTV Magazine, WLOS, The Asheville Citizen Times, The Family Dog podcast, Writers Voices podcast, Canine Conversations podcast, The Bitey End of the Dog podcast, Hair of the Dog podcast, Family Paws, Oh My Dog blog, NPR’s All Things Considered and Here & Now, Steve Dale’s Pet World and numerous other radio shows (BPR, WAMC, KPR, KAXE, Radio Pet Lady, Animal Radio, WCCO, WRKF, KNPR, KYMN, KMA) . She is a member of the International Society for Applied Ethology and the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT), a certified member and past board member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC), a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and past board member of the Asheville Humane Society.
2020 has proven to be one of the most critical professional years for Kim’s work so far, as the leading expert in dog aggression, Mike Shikashio, secured Kim’s participation in the popular Aggression in Dogs Master Course, Aggression in Dogs Conference (2020) and Bitey End of the Dog podcast.
Website http://www.dogdoorcanineservices.com/
Applied Ethology & Family Dog Mediation Course - ONLINE in 2021!!!!! Online course preregistration.
Wolf Park Applied Ethology & Family Dog Mediation Professional Certificate Course - The L.E.G.S.® of the 21st Century Dog" with Kim Brophey – Aug 04-08, 2021
TED talk - The Problem with Treating a Dog Like a Pet
Book: Meet Your Dog (Amazon)
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Today I'm joined by Sylvia Wes
Certified Professional Dog Trainer, podcaster, pet expert & dog mom. Currently a head trainer at FitDog club, Sylvia is a self described crazy dog lady whose life's mission is dedicated to animal welfare and helping dogs stay in their homes through relationship based, positive reinforcement training. You can also work with Sylvia on Dogoapp, the world's #1 dog training app or access free training videos via her Instagram @dogupinthisbitch.
If you want more from Sylvia, check out...
Her Instagram: @dogupinthisbitch
Her website: www.dogupinthusbitch.com
Her Podcast, Dogish: www.dogishpodcast.com
Affiliate code for Dogo: https://dogoapp.page.link/Sylvia50
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Kate Connell is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and owner of Calmer Canines in Costa Mesa, CA. She has been working with dogs and their owners since 2007 using gentle, effective methods and solutions-focused treatment plans. She has worked with reactive and fearful dogs since 2010 and mainly uses Control Unleashed and BAT methodologies to help rehabilitate dogs, and now offers a live online course for treating fear and reactivity issues.
Since having a child of her own in 2018, Kate has been focusing on working with families (from pregnancy/adoption through adolescence). Kate is a licensed Family Paws® Parent Educator and also offers The Family Dog® Private Training Program. She is proudly neurodivergent and uses her unique experience and perspective to help families create a healthy dynamic between all members (two-legged and four), and she enjoys learning from every dog and family she works with as she finds the correct combination of solutions for every household
www.facebook.com/CalmerCaninesTraining
www.yelp.com/biz/calmer-canines-costa-mesa
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Breanna Norris owns and operates Canine Insights and is a certified trainer through the Karen Pryor Academy (KPA-CTP). Breanna has been seeing dog training clients since 2013. Currently she coaches all her clients online and sees clients all over the U.S. and Canada.
Before 2013 she was working with horses, first as a farrier and then a training assistant. Breanna has worked training a variety of animals including some of her favorites, cats, chickens, goats, pigs and rats.
For several years Breanna taught Animal Training at Unity College in Unity, Maine. Breanna is currently completing her Masters of Science at Canisius College in Buffalo, NY in Anthrozoology, with a focus on the relationship between humans and their dogs.
Her passion is helping people form a partnership and deep bond with their dog through training and care that lasts a lifetime. Breanna occasionally fosters dogs and cats that require some special care. Currently Breanna shares her home with two middle aged cats, two mixed breed senior dogs, a very energetic puppy and a patient husband. When she is not training you can find her reading books about training and behavior or hiking in the Maine woods.
You can find her on instagram @canineinsights
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CanineInsights
And at her website https://www.canineinsightsllc.com/
Breanna and I talk about some of the following tactics to help shy/fearful dogs gain confidence. Click the links to learn more!
Pattern Games by Leslie McDevitt
Starting Sensitive Dogs on Scentwork
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The Music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at www.maclightsongwriter.com
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Erin Marion has over eleven years of experience working with dogs. She is a certified professional dog trainer, (CPDT-KA), a Karen Pryor clicker training partner. Four years ago her training expanded to incorporate special needs dogs, specifically deaf and/or blind dogs. Last April she adopted her second Aussie, Darla. Darla was born with limited hearing and almost no ability to see. She is extremely passionate about helping dogs and their guardians connect more with each other through force-free methods.
Her Credentials
Karen Pryor Clicker Training Academy, 2011
Lead dog trainer and manager for a Portland Oregon Dog Daycare, 2014 - 2016
Board member and foster home for the rescue Deaf Dogs of Oregon, 2016 - 2019
Faculty member and teacher at the Portland Oregon Whole Dog Academy, 2016 - 2019
Certified Professional Dog Trainer ( CCPDT-KA) since 2016
Pet Expert for Portland Oregon local news channel KPTV; More Good Day Oregon, 2015 - 2019
All4Paws Training Partner (Current)
Speak! St. Louis Training Partner (Current)
Administrator of Pandemic Puppy Raising Support Group and Speak! St. Louis Training Support (Current)
Find out more about Erin and her work!
Website: www.downtoearthdoglady.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DowntoEarthDoglady
Instagram: @ Downtoearthdoglady
TikTok: @Deafandblind_dogtraining
Check her website in coming months for Informative Webinars:
-Getting a Sense; how to set up your blind and deaf puppy for success.
-Rex Specs; positively conditioning your dog to goggles
-Traveling blind; traveling safely with your blind and deaf dog.
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Staci Lemke is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) with over 20 years’ experience training dogs of all ages, sizes and breeds. She is the owner of Manners for Mutts Dog Training. She is also a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) who, after working in the veterinary profession for 25 years, retired to train dogs full time. Staci specializes in helping people with puppies or newly adopted dogs adjust to the challenges of beginning a life together.
Staci is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) and is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT – KA). She is also a member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC), the Society of Veterinary Behavior Technicians (SVBT), and The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA). Staci is a certified CGC evaluator, Family Dog private trainer.
Staci believes in positive reinforcement dog training and strives to teach dogs how to problem solve and choose to do correct behaviors. She believes that when you teach dogs how to get what they want by doing the behaviors we want, it’s a win-win for everyone! Staci regularly attends conferences, workshops, and seminars in an effort to increase her knowledge of canine behavior and training techniques.
When Staci’s not training client’s dogs, she enjoys participating in dog events such as agility, canine nose work and canine therapy work, with her own dogs. She resides in Orange County, CA. with her husband, 2 Australian Shepherds, and 2 cats.
For a complete description of services or for more information, Staci can be contacted via her website www.mannersformutts.com or through email at mannerformutts@pacbell.net or join her Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/mannersformutts/
Staci has gifted my listeners FREE access to 2 handouts she’s made about cats and dogs getting along! I couldn’t put the links in the show notes, but visit my website for these free PDF downloads!
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Kellie Stevens is a CPDT-KA certified trainer in New York City. She began studying and working with dog behavior when her first rescue, Sebastian Dangerfield (aka Cbass), turned out to be more of a challenge than she initially expected. She started her professional career as a dog walker in Manhattan, and eventually realized she had a skill training all kinds of dogs. Thus, her training company Gonzo Dog was born! Since 2014, she has been coaching a variety of pawrents on how to work with their “cute and complicated” pups’ issues in New York City – and thanks to a virtual transition in 2020, across the country! Kellie particularly enjoys the challenges of behavioral cases, including: separation anxiety, reactivity/aggression, fearfulness, resource guarding, rescue transition, teaching impulse control, and building confidence for dogs and owners alike. She also enjoys writing about animals, and has written for a number of publications such as The Dodo and BarkPost. You can follow her training work on Instagram @gonzodognyc and pick up tips for working with your own dog!
To learn more about working with Kellie
Kellie’s Favorite Product Recommendations
Relaxation Protocol developed by Dr Karen Overall
This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute advice or professional services by either the host nor any of the guests.
Natahnee Miller is an Associate Certified member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, a Certified Dog Bite Safety Educator and President of Harrisburg's Great Dog Program, Inc. – a 501(c)3 non-profit formed to provide education and training to help keep dogs in their homes and out of shelters and rescues. She is the former Director of Behavioral Care at the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area and a former Pennsylvania State Dog Law Enforcement Officer. Natahnee has fourteen years of experience evaluating and rehabilitating shelter and rescue dogs. She holds a BA in Animal Behavior from Franklin and Marshall College and an MS in Biology from Shippensburg University.
If you want to learn more about Natahnee or Harrisburg’s Great Dog Program, or if you want to donate, check out their website https://hbggreatdog.weebly.com/
Muzzles have a real stigma, that only vicious dogs wear them and they carry a lot of shame for dogs and owners in the general public’s eye. I’d like to change that!! Muzzles, when approached correctly, can be a part of positive training and a literal lifesaver for some reactive dogs!
Natahnee and I talk about what dogs benefit from wearing muzzles, what situations to use them in, how to choose and fit a muzzle, and MOST IMPORTANTLY how to properly introduce your dog to it. I hope you come away from this episode with a greater understanding of the role muzzles can play in a positive training regime.
Natahnee turned me onto these great resources!
This Facebook Group is really awesome at helping Pet Parents choose the right and right sized muzzle!! Read the group rules and thank the admins!!
Muzzle Training and Tips Facebook Group
She also mentioned a video by Micheal Shikashio and I found this one on his YouTube, demonstrating Muzzle Acclimation
So many people working tirelessly to help dogs that, without a muzzle and the training that will be safely possible with one, might be headed to the pound, or euthanasia.
If you want to work with me, I offer video sessions to clients all over the world. You can find me at www.doggydojopodcast.com/digital-resources
The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at www.maclightsongwriter.com
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I’m joined this week by Molly Neher, the Director of Operations and Programs and a Team Facilitator at Atlas Assistance Dogs. She became involved in the world of service dogs when she herself became in need of one after developing a severe seizure disorder her freshman year of college.
With her service dog Reid by her side, she developed an avid passion for disability and service dog advocacy and education.
She now works to increase access to service dogs for people with disabilities and helps people train their own service dog.
Check out Atlas Assistance Dogs’ website: www.atlasdog.org
You can also purchase the “Atlas Leash”. Each purchase supports Atlas and people with disabilities.
https://www.atlasdog.org/store-and-resources/
https://boldleaddesigns.com/shop/the-atlas-leash-the-most-useful-dog-lead-ever-created/
Molly and I talk about the differences between Service Dogs, Therapy Dogs, and Emotional Support Animals, fake Service Dogs, what makes a dog a good candidate for training, how they're trained, what they can be trained to do, and what people should/shouldn't do when they encounter Service Dogs.
Here are some links to some of the things we discussed in the episode:
ADA information about Service Animals
FAQs about Service Animals from the ADA
Emotional Support Animals in California
NPR article about Emotional Service Animals on Planes (Dec 8, 2020)
Texas Toddler attacked by dog in a Service Dog Vest
And I did find the article with the Emotional Support Alligator (I think I said Crocodile in the episode) and I will say, nowhere in the article does it say that his owner has ever tried to take Wally on a plane.
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The amazing Irith Trietsch Bloom joins the podcast today to talk about How to Properly Socialize a Puppy (Even During a Pandemic).
Irith Trietsch Bloom has been training animals since the 1980s and has worked with everything from chickens and rabbits to dogs and horses—not to mention humans. She is regularly invited to give presentations and loves the learning that comes from taking part in conferences, seminars, and webinars.
Irith is faculty at Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Training and Behavior and DogBiz’s Dog Walking Academy. She is also a CPDT-KSA, a CBCC-KA, a CDBC, a CSAT, a VSPDT, a KPA CTP, and a CBATI, as well as being certified in TAGteach, a positive-reinforcement method for teaching humans.
Irith has a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from the University of Pennsylvania and lives in Los Angeles, California. In addition to running her company, The Sophisticated Dog, LLC, Irith volunteers with National English Shepherd Rescue and is a member of the Advisory Board for Daily Paws.
You can join her Facebook group for puppy (and other dog) owners, which is called Puppy Help Hotline:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1096139067450795
Irith wants to help you Socialize a Puppy by giving you a FREE Socialization Checklist
If you want more from Irith, check out her website, www.TheSophisticatedDog.com, and follow her page on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/TheSophisticatedDog.
Irith reached out to me after we recorded with a few more ideas of ways to expose your puppy (or young dog) to more things:
- Dress up in costumes to help your puppy get used to people looking different.
- Use decorations, etc., to set up a socialization adventure in the yard.
- Put different things around your home as socialization adventures indoors (e.g., let the vacuum cleaner sit out, set an automated toy to walk across the floor, etc.).
Basically, be creative! Try to introduce them to as much as you can, little by little, and let their reaction be your guide!
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This week I’m joined by Denise Nuttall!
Her many qualifications include:
Dog Behaviour Expert, BBC Radio Solent
Full Member of the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC)
Full Member The Canine Training and Behaviour Society (TCBTS)
Member U.K. Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDTUK) 00963.
Animal Behaviour & Training Council (ABTC) Registered Animal Training Instructor
Animal Behaviour & Training Council (ABTC) Registered Clinical Animal Behaviourist
You can learn more about her at her website: www.pawsinhand.co.uk
She’s also a Yellow Dog UK sponsor, if you’re interested in that program, you can learn more at https://www.yellowdoguk.co.uk/
From listening, you can see that Resource Guarding can be a complex behavior to tease out the cause of. It also involves making sure the dog is calm and happy (not over threshold) during the treatment plan. If all this is overwhelming, that’s what Dog Professionals are for! Don’t hesitate to reach out to me, Denise (we both offer virtual sessions) or another Professional Trainer or Behaviorist in your area to help with your particular dog and their unique situation.
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This week I’m joined by Allie Bender CDBC, CPDT-KA, SBA.
Along with Emily Strong, Allie wrote the book “Canine Enrichment in the Real World” - available on Amazon and founded Pet Harmony Training. You can find out more about them at https://petharmonytraining.com/, or find them on Facebook (Pet Harmony Training) or Instagram @petharmonytraining
Allie is in the Chicago area, Emily is in Salt Lake City, Utah; and Ellen is in California.
She’s also offering Pet Parents a free Enrichment Chart (https://www.petharmonytraining.com/enrichmentchart) to help you get started with your own Enrichment plan!
Here are some links to some of Allie’s favorite’s Feeding Puzzles
Remember to thoroughly clean these food toys between dogs
Make sure to watch your dog when you introduce them to a new enrichment, and to watch how they behave afterward to see if it’s meeting the need you intend it to
Using Enrichment to Treat Aggression Webinar ($30)
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The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at www.maclightsongwriter.com
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Are you curious about what it takes to Foster a Dog?
This week I’m talking about Fostering Dogs During a Pandemic. I’m joined by Meghan Smith, who volunteers with Love Leo Rescue in Los Angeles and is currently fostering her 11th dog since March.
There are many amazing rescues in Los Angeles and around the country and the world, and I hope to feature many over the course of the podcast. This episode is not intended to be an endorsement of this particular rescue above or to the exclusion of another. Neither Meghan nor I are representatives of Love Leo Rescue, she is simply sharing her experience as one of their volunteers.
If you're interested in learning more about Love Leo Rescue you can find them at http://loveleorescue.org/
On Instagram: @loveleorescue (Meghan is @smithmegk)
They also have an Amazon wish list you can find at https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2V72O4ERQ86FX?ref_=wl_share
Thanks for listening!
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My guest Stephanie Zikmann, The Holistic Groomer, points out that the groomer is the Pet Professional who probably sees your dog the most times during their life, but most people don’t think about what a grooming session feels like for their dog or how stressful most find it. She walks us through her process of making grooming more comfortable for each dog, step by step, using a holistic approach and classic training techniques geared at training a dog to love grooming!
These are links to the Resources that Stephanie mentioned, including her own website!
Stephanie Zikmann, The Holistic Groomer
https://stephaniezikmann.coach/
Stephanie Offers resources for groomers looking to try the Holistic Approach, including digital courses, one-on-one mentorships, a Facebook support group, and a Professional Association for Holistic Groomers. She also offers resources for Pet Guardians, including a FREE e-book download and a Facebook support group just for owners.
Learn what it means to be Certified Fear Free and search for Certified Fear Free Pet Professionals in your area.
Self-selection, Animal Self Medication
On Talking Terms - Calming Signals
Dr Sophia Yin
Dog Aggressive for Toenail Trim (YouTube Video)
Products Stephanie mentioned:
Vita Canis (Paw butter)
The Dog & I (Shampoo)
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The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at www.maclightsongwriter.com
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