Doggy Dojo

Penny DiLoreto is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Animal Behaviorist. She is the founder of Think Like A Dog University and co-owner of Hot Diggity Dog Resort in San Diego. Penny has also authored several books on dog training, including the ABCs of Dog Training and Potty Perfection. Penny is a Board Advisory Member for the San Diego School District ROP Veterinary Assistant Program and is a member of several training and animal behavior associations.Legal Disclaimer: 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. Think Like a Dog University https://www.tladu.com/Hot Diggity Dog Resort https://hotdiggitydogresort.com/homeThe ABCs of Dog Training on amazonPotty Perfection on amazonAbout the Host:If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at:www.doggydojopodcast.comThe music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at:www.maclightsongwriter.comIf you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

An internationally recognized pet safety advocate, Ms. Wolko founded the Center for Pet Safety in 2011. CPS is a non-profit organization working on behalf of pet owners to ensure safety of pet products. With a keen understanding of the pet industry, she has authored the first safety standards for pet products, launched a certification program, counsels pet product manufacturers around the globe and works tirelessly for consumer and companion animal safety.  Ms. Wolko holds a bachelors degree from George Mason University and she currently leads the research division of CPS.Legal Disclaimer: 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. Website: https://www.centerforpetsafety.org/ Donate to CPS: https://www.centerforpetsafety.org/get-involved/donate/ Pet Travel Tips: https://www.centerforpetsafety.org/pet-parents/pet-travel-tips/If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at:www.doggydojopodcast.comThe music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at:www.maclightsongwriter.comIf you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

Michael Shikashio, CDBC, is the founder of AggressiveDog.com and focuses onteaching other professionals from around the world on how to successfully workaggression cases. He is a five-term president of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) and was the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) Member of the Year in 2020.Michael is sought after for his expert opinion by numerous media outlets, including theNew York Times, New York Post, Fox News, USA Today, The List TV, Baltimore Sun,WebMD, Women's Health Magazine, Real Simple Magazine, SiriusXM Radio, TheChronicle of the Dog, and Steve Dale's Pet World. He also hosts the popular podcastshow “The Bitey End of the Dog” where he chats with the foremost experts on dogAggression.He has been a featured keynote speaker at conferences, universities, and seminars inmore than 200 cities and 20 different countries around the world, and offers a variety of educational opportunities on the topic of canine aggression, including the Aggression in Dogs Master Course and the annual Aggression in Dogs Conference.https://aggressivedog.com/Legal Disclaimer: 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. If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at:www.doggydojopodcast.comThe music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at:www.maclightsongwriter.comIf you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

Guest Bio: 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. Legal Disclaimer: 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.  Website: https://www.dogupinthisbitch.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogupinthisbitch About the Host: If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

Robin Roy has been training dogs her whole life, starting as a child following her mother, an American Kennel Club obedience judge, around the ring. She started training professionally to keep dogs out of shelters and rescues. Robin's training methods are positive, dog-friendly techniques that work easily—and help you help your dog. She is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, and the West LA Obedience Club. She has volunteered with a number of rescue groups and specializes in rescue dogs. She is a certified Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and is certified in Pet First Aid and CPR. She is a therapy dog evaluator and also trains service dogs. She longs for a time when all humans appreciate dogs for all they are. Legal Disclaimer: 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.  Website: http://robinroy.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinroydogtraining/  www.akc.com If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

Renee Rhoades, MSc / Applied Animal Behaviorist My journey into the field of canine behavior has been fueled by a lifelong dedication to enhancing the lives of dogs and their humans. From an early age, my love for dogs was unmistakable—my family often jokes that I was born with a deep connection to them. This passion truly blossomed when I began volunteering at my local ASPCA during high school, where I gained firsthand experience with dogs' diverse needs and unique personalities. This pivotal experience led me to dedicate a decade to veterinary medicine, where I honed my understanding of animal health and welfare. Yet, it became clear to me that physical healing was only part of the equation. To truly support dogs and their guardians, I also needed to delve deeper into the intricacies of canine mental health. This realization drove me to pursue further education, dedicating another decade to shifting my focus to canine behavior. As an Applied Animal Behaviorist and the founder of R+Dogs, I am committed to offering evidence-based, compassionate behavior consulting and educational opportunities that prioritize the highest ethical and welfare-based practices. My mission is simple: to empower you with the knowledge and skills to unlock your dog's full potential and make their short lives as fulfilling and joyful as possible. Legal Disclaimer: 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.  Website: www.rplusguardians.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/r.plus.dogs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rplusdogsbehavior/ About the Host: If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

Annie Grossman, CPDT-KA, KPA CTP, is a journalist, certified dog trainer and the owner of School For The Dogs in Manhattan's East Village. Her new book is How To Train Your Dog With Love + Science. She also cohosts a podcast of the same name. Legal Disclaimer: 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.  Author, How To Train Your Dog With Love + Science  Owner, School For The Dogs About the Host If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

Gemma's Website: https://www.dynamicdog.co.uk/about  Pain and problematic behavior in cats and dogs Daniel Mills - Lincoln University: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32085528/ Dr Connor Brady - Dogs First: https://dogsfirst.ie/about-dr-conor-brady/ Raw Pet Medics https://rawpetmedics.com/ Vince the Vet UK - https://www.vincethevet.co.uk/ Free facebook group for Professionals: Dynamic Dog - The Pain Assessment Toolbox  Facebook group for Dog Owners: Dynamic Dog - The Dog Owners Edition Facebook - Dynamic Dog Instagram: @The_Dynamic_Dog Legal Disclaimer: 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. If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses Euthanasia and animal cruelty. Jenna Pellerito is a certified canine behavior consultant who specializes in severe behavioral issues. Jenna has worked with dogs for 10 years and has 7 years of experience in the training and behavior modification realm. Throughout her career, Jenna has worked and volunteered in various shelters, animal controls, and rescue organizations, primarily working hands on with dogs who were displaying behavioral concerns. Outside of working in shelters, Jenna works full time through her business "Columbia K9 Training & Behavior" helping clients and their dogs work through and overcome behavioral challenges. Legal Disclaimer: 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.  https://www.thefutureisforcefree.com/ If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

Juliana DeWillems is a Certified Dog Trainer and Dog Behavior Consultant, and the owner of JW Dog Training in the Washington, D.C. area. She also serves as a Karen Pryor Academy faculty member, teaching trainers about the principles of behavior science and clicker training. When she is not training private clients or teaching her KPA students, Juliana works with brands and media outlets to educate the public about dog training and behavior. In the spirit of educating dog guardians, Juliana is the author of the book Manage It! Hacks for Improving Your Dog's Behavior. Legal Disclaimer: 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.  www.jwdogtraining.com instagram.com/jwdogtraining https://www.dogwise.com/manage-it-hacks-for-improving-your-dogs-behavior/ If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

Lisa Radosta DVM, DACVB Dr. Radosta graduated from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 2000. She completed a residency in Behavioral Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. During her residency, she was awarded the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists Resident research award two years in a row.  Dr. Radosta is the owner of Florida Veterinary Behavior Service, a specialty behavior practice in southeast Florida and co-owns Dog Nerds, an online educational resource for owners whose pets have behavior disorders. She is a sought after speaker nationally and internationally. She is a coauthor of several books including: Behavior Problems of the Dog and Cat, 4th edition and From Fearful to Fear Free. She is a contributing author for Blackwell's Five Minute Veterinary Consult, Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion: Canine and Feline Behavior, Decoding your Cat, Canine and Feline Behavior for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses and Feline and Small Animal Pediatrics.  She has published research articles in the Journal of Applied Animal Behavior Science, Journal of Veterinary Behavior and The Veterinary Journal and written review articles for Advances in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery, Compendium, NAVC, Veterinary Team Brief, Clinician's Brief and AAHA Newstat. She has served on the Fear Free Executive Council and the AAHA Behavior Management Task Force. She has been interviewed for many publications including Cat Fancy, Dog Fancy, Palm Beach Post, NAVC Clinician's Brief, Sun Sentinel, WebMD, AAHA trends, Real Simple, Good News for Pets, Catster, DVM 360 and AAHA News Stat. She has appeared on Lifetime television, Laurie Live, local news in southeast Florida, Mitch Wilder's Amazing Pet Discoveries, Nat Geo Wild, Animal Planet, Steve Dale's Pet Talk and Dogs, CNBC and Cats and Scapegoats.  Legal Disclaimer: 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.  Website: https://drlisaradosta.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlisaradosta/ Recommends: Dr. Evan Maclean, Director of the Arizona Canine Cognition Center https://dogs.arizona.edu/people/dr-evan-maclean If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

Canine Body Language is one of my favorite topics! We humans are always misreading our dogs! Let's spend 30 minutes learning more about what they're trying to say to us! Karishma Warr (they/them) is a Co-founder, and the Head of Training and Behavior at Calm Canine Academy. Karishma is an industry leader and international speaker. They specialise in complex dog behaviors concerning fear, anxiety and aggression. Legal Disclaimer: 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. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calmcanineacademy/ Website: https://www.calmcanineacademy.com/ If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

Taking a short break for a couple weeks, but Season 3 isn't over yet! Stay tuned!

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. Legal Disclaimer: 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.  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/ If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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.  Legal Disclaimer: 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.  Website: http://playwaydogs.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doggeek/  Play Way Course:https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/courses/84 About the Host If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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. Instagram 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 If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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 Legal Disclaimer: 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.  If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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. Legal Disclaimer: 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.  www.dogsinthepark.ca www.losinglulu.com About the Host: If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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. Legal Disclaimer: 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.  Dr Pachel's website: https://www.drpachel.com/ Instinct Dog Training: https://www.instinctdogtraining.com/ If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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 From the Host: If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

Season 3 will arrive on Tuesday! In the meantime, enjoy these bloopers!

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 Bonafide Talent Facebook page Animal make-up: https://chrischristensen.com/specialty-grooming/color-enhancement-products/ If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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/ *The following are affiliate links, if you purchase through these links, I will receive a small commission* 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 Turid Rugaas Book/DVD set “Doggie Language” by Lili Chin “The Language of Dogs” DVD by Sarah Kalnajs If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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 If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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 If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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 If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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 UK Government Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/animal-activities-licensing-guidance-for-local-authorities/dog-day-care-licensing-statutory-guidance-for-local-authorities#:~:text=There%20must%20be%20a%20clear,the%20same%20periods%20of%20time.

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”. “Plenty In Life Is Free” Kathy Reading "Plenty In Life Is Free" “LIMA beings” If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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

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) Long Pin Brush Slicker Brush If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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 TT: www.tiktok.com/rplusdogs If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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 TT: www.tiktok.com/rplusdogs If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/decisivemomentpetconsulting/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DecisiveMomentPetConsulting If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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 If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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 The Pawsitive Post http://www.companionanimalpsychology.com Instagram @zazietodd Twitter @CompAnimalPsych Facebook 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/

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 If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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: www.dogbeachvet.com Pet Dental Education Videos Educational PDF for Small Dogs www.drbrookniemiec.com 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://afd.avdc.org/ https://dogbeachvet.com/pet-owners/pet-dental-education/anesthesia-free If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

Leash Reactivity Tips from Trainer Susan Light 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! Check out the Jack Russell Parents Podcast! JackRussellParents.com FB - @jrtpodcast IG - @jrtpodcast TW - @jrtpodcast For More Help with Leash Reactivity If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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/ IG: @doggielanguagebook Mentioned Resources: BAT developed by Grisha Stewart On Talking Terms with Dogs: Calming Signals by Turid Rugaas If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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 Resources Mentioned in the Episodes: Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO): https://www.aafco.org/Consumers Homemade Diets Free 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/ https://wsava.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Selecting-a-pet-food-for-your-pet-updated-2021_WSAVA-Global-Nutrition-Toolkit.pdf AAFCO: Labeling Requirements: https://petfood.aafco.org/labeling-labeling-requirements Blog posts you might find helpful 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/ If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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 Resources Mentioned in the Episodes: Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO): https://www.aafco.org/Consumers Homemade Diets Free 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/ https://wsava.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Selecting-a-pet-food-for-your-pet-updated-2021_WSAVA-Global-Nutrition-Toolkit.pdf AAFCO: Labeling Requirements: https://petfood.aafco.org/labeling-labeling-requirements Blog posts you might find helpful 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/ If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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 If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

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. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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/ www.sitstaysquat.ca @sitstaysquat If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you next Tuesday with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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! www.trishmcmillan.com Functional Dog Collaborative - Facebook Group, Website, Podcast Good dog If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you next Tuesday with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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"! www.trishmcmillan.com Adopters Welcome 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. If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Exciting news about the upcoming Second Season for the Doggy Dojo Podcast!!

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. If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you next Tuesday with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Summer is here and it's important to know the Desert Dangers to Dogs! Southern California is the desert and the dangers include heat stroke, rattlesnakes, ticks, and more! Listen now to learn how to keep your dog safe in the desert! Joe has been working with dogs, and dog rescue, for over 15 years. His ranch, 2nd Home Dog Boarding in Acton, California is "A" rated by Los Angeles County Animal Care and Control Joe's Website: https://www.2ndhomedogboarding.com/ How to keep pets safe from the heat, according to the Humane Society: https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/keep-pets-safe-heat How to remove a Tick, according to the CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/ticks/removing_a_tick.html Ologies Podcast about Ticks: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disease-ecology-lyme-tick-borne-illnesses-with-andrea-swei/id1278815517?i=1000441904895 Snake Worx: https://snakeworxavoidance.com/ If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you next Tuesday with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Wondering What Megaesophagus is? 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! If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you next Tuesday with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app