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Penny DiLoreto, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Animal Behaviorist and Founder of Think Like A Dog University, an online training platform joins Enterprise Radio… Read more The post Thinking Like a Dog: How Penny DiLoreto Leveraged Her Expertise and Passion for Pets appeared first on Top Entrepreneurs Podcast | Enterprise Podcast Network.

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!

To learn more about what Corey and Muttz with Mannerz™ offers visit us at www.muttzwithmannerz.comVisit Karen's K9 Behaviour center Unified K9 at https://www.unifiedk9.caTraining Plans to Help Build and Maintain Resilience: The Resilience Rainbow read hereThe Biology of Dogs Dr. Tim Lewis https://www.amazon.ca/Biology-Dogs-Gonads-Through-Ganglia/dp/1617812765https://www.audible.ca/pd/Biology-of-Dogs-Audiobook/B0DF99LMK5Dr. Kathy Murphy, BVetMed, DPhil, CVA, CLAS, MRCVShttps://www.facebook.com/neuroscienceisawesome/https://www.instagram.com/barking.brains/?hl=enEpisode 55: The Resilience Rainbow with Bobbie Bhambree-Wirkmaa Listen hereThe Biology of Dogs: from Gonads through Guts to Ganglia. by Bobbie Bhambee Amazon LinkCanadian Kennel Club – https://www.ckc.ca/clubs/default.aspxSpecial Guest – Karen BaxterKaren is the owner and head Behaviour Consultant at Unified K9 Behaviour Centre which she founded in 2022. Her training philosophy is “one size does NOT fit all!” and true to the Unified K9 difference, tailors her training protocols and/or treatment plans to the needs of the dog and the lifestyle and goals of the dog's owner. Her positive and fair techniques are designed to bring out enthusiasm in each dog so they learn to love training which results in building stronger relationships with their humans, based on trust.Karen has a diploma in Canine Science Technology and is a Licenced Canine Complexity Consultant as well as a Certified as Dog Behaviour Consultant by the International Association of Behaviour Consultants.  She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. Karen has also studied and completed training on the practical application of Behaviour Adjustment Training for fearful, anxious and aggressive dogs and Aggressive Dog Conflict Resolution with Behaviourist and author Cheryl Smith and has completed the Master Aggression Course with world-renowned Behaviour Consultant and expert on dog aggression, Michael Shikashio. Her continuing education and experience have ensured Karen has developed expertise in dog psychological issues manifesting themselves as anxiety or aggression.Karen's training specialties include Rally Obedience, Agility, Working Dogs Tracking, Scent work, and puppy foundations. She is a member of the International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants, The Agility Association of Canada, the Canadian Association for Professional Dog Trainers and is certified in Pet First Aid and CPR.Karen lives in York Region with her dogs most of which compete in obedience, agility and Rally Obedience. Her dogs have reached master level in all sports.Your Host:Corey McCusker, Canine CoachCorey's passion for helping humans and dogs excel led her to take a leap of faith and leave her corporate job in 2006 to start two coaching companies. She works with business leaders & high-performance teams, as well as canines. Corey's 30 years of diverse experience includes over 15 years of dog training, 22 years of corporate experience, and the last 13 years as a successful Solopreneur delivering a niche service coaching high-performing leaders, athletes, and canines to achieve their goals.Corey's roles have included Senior Manager, Dog Trainer, Vet Assistant, Group Tour Leader, and Mental Performance Coach. She believes in giving back to the community and over many years has volunteered at the Toronto Humane Society and the OSPCA. Currently, she is active with Markham Fair, and Stouffville Ladies Floor Hockey League, and was proud to be an evaluator for St. John Ambulance Dog Therapy Program. She also held the position of Director of Communications on the Canadian Association for Women Entrepreneurs and Executives.Corey has made Stouffville her home for the last 18 years and shares it with Mike, her partner, two step-daughters, Karla and Alison, Skye, her 2-year-old Manitoba Mutt, plus her two energetic kittens, Dino and Demi. She stays active with her two businesses and when not with the canines or family she loves playing floor hockey with the ladies or golfing with Mike.Contact:Muttz with Mannerz – https://muttzwithmannerz.comCorey's Email – corey@muttzwithmannerz.comJoin Corey each month for the Women and Dog Circle Free Meetups you can register here >> https://www.seewhatshecando.com/women-and-dogs-circle

In this episode, Nikki and Gray talk with Family Paws expert, Bethany Cunningham, CPDT-KA on preparing Gray to the TWINS he and his wife are expecting in November. Family Paws provides specialized programs and support for new and expecting parents with dogs. Family Paws Parent Education | Dog Training for Baby InteractionsSince 2002, their goal has been to increase safety and reduce stress in homes with young children and family dogs. They help to answer the question “How can we prepare our dog for life with baby/children?”Jennifer Shryock, owner and founder of Family Paws, saw a need for resources and information to support new and expecting families with dogs. While answering calls for a German Shepherd rescue Jennifer heard firsthand the concerns, challenges, and heartache families experienced. From fearing how their dog would accept a new addition to a serious bite to a toddler, families needed more support and resources. Recognizing this need led Jennifer down the path to developing this very important niche, dog and baby/toddler dynamics and safety through Family Paws. We strongly believe that education empowers, and our goal is to increase safety and decrease stress for all family members through education and realistic expectations.Bethany is Family Paws Program Development & Educator Program Co-Instructor. She is a mom, professional dog trainer, and professional photographer. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, and is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer with a focus on behavior modification in pet dogs.Bethany has a deep love of animal behavior, child development, and visual arts, and is delighted by the fact that her multiple roles with Family Paws Parent Education bring all of those passions together. Bethany finds great joy in helping families succeed through relationship-building, empathetic practices for both dogs and children alike, and brings that enthusiasm to Family Paws both in her role with program development and as a co-instructor for the Family Paws Educator course. To learn more about Bethany, you can go to www.trainingbyconnection.com, or can view her portfolio at www.bethanyrosephoto.com.

Want to ensure a stress-free and calm 4th of July for your furry friend? Join me, Will Bangura, as I share effective and compassionate strategies to help your dog manage fireworks anxiety. Discover the signs of severe anxiety, like trembling and drooling, and learn how to create a safe haven for your pet using simple yet powerful methods such as sound-dampening walk-in closets and calming reggae music. We'll debunk common myths about comforting anxious dogs and provide a comprehensive guide on when to consult a veterinarian for anti-anxiety medication.Tune in for a deep dive into fireworks desensitization and counter conditioning techniques that can transform your dog's experience with loud noises. I'll guide you through a step-by-step process to gradually introduce fireworks sounds paired with positive reinforcement, helping your dog build a more positive association. We'll also discuss the benefits of calming aids, like Thunder Shirts and Dog Appeasing Pheromones, and emphasize the importance of patience and consistency. By the end of this episode, you'll be equipped with the knowledge to make this 4th of July a peaceful celebration for you and your dog.Support the Show.If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website.Go here for Free Dog Training Articles

Is your dog home alone for long hours with nothing to keep them occupied? Have you considered how crucial mental and physical stimulation is for your dog's well-being?In this Episode of the Muttz with Mannerz™ Canine Academy Podcast, host Corey McCusker is joined by Expert Trainer & Behaviour Consultant Karen Baxter to share the importance of keeping your dog both mentally and physically active, and how it can significantly enhance their overall health and happiness.In this episode, Corey and Karen discuss:All the letters behind Karen's name and what they mean for selecting a trainer or consultant to work with.How at Muttz with Mannerz we teach, train, and provide social activities & solutions for their clients to build a solid foundation to have those well-behaved and balanced dogs.The definition of enrichment for your dog and what an activity needs to incorporate to be classified as enrichment.Why enrichment is so important in addition to your normal physical activity and how it can lessen your dog's stress.The five areas of enrichment - social, cognitive, physical, sensory, and occupational.What each of these areas are and how they impact your dog.How an owner would go about developing a plan to introduce enrichment activities into their dog's routine.The history of how enrichment became an important part ofa dog's care.Some great ideas for you to use right away to add enrichment activities into your dog's life.The enrichment Corey does with her high-energy girl, Skye to keep her engaged – including going on a sniffari!Making sure that the enrichment is natural and is something the dog likes to do and is going to want to do.ResourcesTo learn more about what Corey and Muttz with Mannerz™ offers visit us at www.muttzwithmannerz.comVisit Karen's K9 Behaviour center Unified K9 at https://www.unifiedk9.ca100 Days of Enrichment - https://aniedireland.com/100daysofenrichment/Pet Harmony Training - https://petharmonytraining.com/Book:  Canine Enrichment for the Real World (amazon link)Canadian Kennel Club - https://www.ckc.ca/clubs/default.aspxAgility Association of Canada - https://www.aac.ca/Special Guest – Karen BaxterKaren is the owner and head Behaviour Consultant at Unified K9 Behaviour Centre which she founded in 2022. Her training philosophy is “one size does NOT fit all!” and true to the Unified K9 difference, tailors her training protocols and/or treatment plans to the needs of the dog and the lifestyle and goals of the dog's owner. Her positive and fair techniques are designed to bring out enthusiasm in each dog so they learn to love training which results in building stronger relationships with their humans, based on trust. Karen has a diploma in Canine Science Technology and is a Licenced Canine Complexity Consultant as well as a Certified as a Dog Behaviour Consultant by the International association of Behaviour Consultants.  And she is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. Karen has also studied and completed training on the practical application of Behaviour Adjustment Training for fearful, anxious and aggressive dogs and Aggressive Dog Conflict Resolution with Behaviourist and author Cheryl Smith and has completed the Master Aggression Course with world renowned Behaviour Consultant and expert on dog aggression, Michael Shikashio . Her continuing education and experience have ensured Karen has developed expertise in dog psychological issues manifesting themselves as anxiety or aggression.Karen's training specialties include Rally Obedience, Agility, Working Dogs Tracking, Scent work, and puppy foundations. She is a member of the International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants, The Agility Association of Canada, the Canadian Association for Professional Dog Trainers and is certified in Pet First Aid and CPR.Karen lives in York Region with her dogs most of which compete in obedience, agility and Rally Obedience. Her dogs have reached master level in all sports. Your HostCorey McCusker, CPDT-KA Canine CoachCorey's passion for helping humans and dogs excel led her to take a leap of faith after 22 years working in the Financial Industry to leave her corporate job in 2006 and start two companies. Corey is a Coach at heart and works with business leaders and high-performance teams, but her true passion has always been canines. She now has created a career that supports both.Corey founded Muttz with Mannerz in 2006. Her foundation of knowledge which includes being a Senior Manager, Dog Trainer, Vet Assistant, World Tour Lead, and Mental Performance Coach helped her to launch the Canine Academy. The purpose of the academy is to assist pet parents build the foundation for their pups to be with them for life.Corey believes in giving back to the community. Over many years she has volunteered at the Toronto Humane Society and the OSPCA and is also proud to be an evaluator for St. John Ambulance Dog Therapy Program. She held the position of Director of Communications on the board for the Canadian Association for Women Entrepreneurs and Executives from 2017-2019. She has been active with Markham Fair and been a Team Captain and on the Executive for Stouffville Ladies Floor Hockey League for over 15 years.Corey has made Stouffville her home for the last 18 years and shares it with Mike, her partner, two stepdaughters, Karla and Alison, and their two energetic kittens, Dino and Demi. Over the years Corey has been fortunate to be blessed to share her life with 6 wonderful canines, Tilley ( Miniature Dachshund), Tiny, Kira (Great Danes), Fred(Maltese), Charlie(Morkie), and Cleo(Miniature Poodle). Corey and Mike welcomed their new puppy, Skye, a rescue Muttz from Manitoba reserves into their home in June. 2021. They have big hopes for her and look forward to Skye filling their lives with joy and being an active member of Team Muttz.Contact:Muttz with Mannerz – https://muttzwithmannerz.comCorey Email – corey@muttzwithmannerz.com 

Imagine a world where your dog navigates the chaos of a squirrel chase with the poise of a Zen master. In our latest conversation, we celebrate National Train Your Dog Month by unfolding the secrets to mastering your dog's impulse control. Say goodbye to the days of tug-of-war with your pooch at the sight of every passing bike, and hello to serene walks in the park. We tackle a lineup of exercises that will transform your furry friend's reactions to high-stimulation scenarios, and lay out three New Year's resolutions that every dog owner should embrace.Training your dog can be as satisfying as savoring that first sip of coffee in the morning—if done correctly. This episode is your guide to ditching the intimidation tactics and embracing the power of positive reinforcement. We've dissected the science behind nurturing an obedient and happy canine through incremental challenges in distance, duration, and distraction. As we traverse the journey of training together, we celebrate each mistake as a stepping stone to success, providing a sanctuary of patience and consistency for your four-legged companion to thrive.To wrap up, I extend a heartfelt thanks for joining me on this adventure in dog training and offer a sneak peek at the exciting year ahead. Your support means the world, and I can't wait to share the new topics and interviews we have in store. Remember to mark your calendars for our monthly Facebook Live Q&A sessions, where I'll be on hand to answer all your pressing training questions. Here's to a year of growth, learning, and the unbreakable bond we share with our dogs. Let's make every interaction with our furry best friends count!Support the showIf you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website.Go here for Free Dog Training Articles

In this episode, Renee chats with Alexis Devine about multi-dog households, the emotional challenges of being a modern dog guardian, how she is helping to shape the future of canine communication and, of course... her new book! Find us here on Instagram And for the link to join Resolving Reactivity click HERE About our guest: Alexis Devine is an artist and entrepreneur hailing from Seattle, Washington. A longtime creator of wearable art before her sheepadoodle Bunny, known as "What About Bunny" on social media became an internet sensation in the fall of 2020. Videos of her communicating with assistive technology from FluentPet went viral. Bunny now has over one hundred buttons individually programmed with various words that she uses to communicate needs, wants, and even express when she is in pain. She is part of an ongoing canine cognition research study at the Comparative Cognition Lab at UCSD. These days Alexis is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Licensed Family Dog Mediator, and a Fear Free Certified professional. Her goal is to further our understanding of the power of connection and importance of empathy, meeting her dogs where they are and understanding them on their terms to facilitate trust and promote an environment that supports them as the incredible creatures they are. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/doglogical/message

Dr. Ann Hohenhaus interviews Jane Kopelman who serves as consultant to the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center's ‘Caring Canines' therapy dogs. Jane is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and a Certified Therapy Dog Team Evaluator for pet partners. Tune in as they discuss:How Jane's interest in therapy dogs beganWhat makes a good therapy dog?How do you get a therapy dog used to the hospital environmentThe importance of the therapy dog's handlerWhere else can therapy dogs work besides hospitalsWhy therapy dogs are so meaningful for peopleCan therapy dogs get stressed?How to participate in the Caring Canines programAlso on this month's show: Viral trending animal story about the journey of a panda family from Washington D.C. to ChinaAnimal news, including Golden Retriever Stella's incredible survival in the Alaskan wildernessPet Health Listener Q&A Do you have a pet question for Dr. Hohenhaus? Email askthevet@amcny.org to have your question answered on Ask the Vet's Listener Q&A.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter!

Emotions And The"Why?" Ep 186  Episode 186. Is it okay to talk about emotions and animals? Is it anthropomorphic to talk about emotions and animals? Where is the line, between what we see and the story that we build around what we see? And let's talk about emotions and what we observe this week.  Find all show details, including transcripts, at CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.com You can find my online classes at Whole Pet Grooming Academy WholePetNH.com For more information about my Master Groomer Behavior Specialist diploma program, go to MasterGroomerBehaviorSpecialist.com You're listening to the Creating Great Grooming Dogs show. [00:00:21] I am Chrissy Neumeier Smith. I'm a Master Groomer Behavior Specialist. I'm a Certified Professional Groomer, a Certified Behavior Consultant for Canines, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. And I'm also the owner of Happy Critters in Nashua, New Hampshire, and an instructor at Whole Pet Grooming Academy. [00:00:38] So this week we are talking about emotions. I had an entirely different topic started off this week, but it kept circling back to feelings and emotions. And I really wanted to delve into that a little bit deeper before we get into a topic that makes some assumptions that we would be on all on the same page. [00:01:00] We're not going to be all on the same page. So I decided that I really needed to revisit this particular piece all on its own. We've talked about anthropomorphic before, , which is when we attribute human feelings and desires onto dogs or other animals without really thinking a little bit more basically, what is this animal trying to do? [00:01:21] So we as humans talk about emotions and feelings, but let me ask you this. Let's consider this. Are we always correct when we try to figure out the why of another person? Oh. Do we always understand why another person is feeling the way they're feeling? , are we good with that? Do we always get it right? [00:01:45] When we are interacting with another person using shared language, expressing thoughts and feelings, do we always get it right? Hmm, that's interesting, isn't it? do we? Another question. Are we always good at explaining the reason for our own emotions? Are we good at explaining the why of what we're feeling and how that's affecting the way that we're behaving today or yesterday or last week, right? [00:02:16] Are we good at that? This answer is going to vary from person to person. Some people will be really good at that. , others are constantly trying to work on it. And some are blissfully unaware, but here's something to consider. Ask someone close to you. Ask, maybe it's a parent or a sibling or a spouse or a child. [00:02:38] Ask someone really close to you. Maybe it's your best friend. Are you good at understanding their point of view when they're trying to explain something to you? Are you good at expressing your own point of view when you're trying to explain how you feel? What you're going to find is that most of us are not great at this. [00:02:56] We're not very good at figuring out the why of emotions and expressing those emotions and figuring out why we behave the way we do. We observe behavior in the humans around us, but we don't always understand the why. So why are we talking about this? It probably seems a little off topic, doesn't it? But how does this relate to dogs? [00:03:21] Yeah, but you thought I was getting off track here. Um, the way it relates to dogs is we observe behavior. We see what the dog is doing with their body, but do we always understand why they are doing it? Do we understand the feelings, the emotions being expressed through that behavior? We see the behavior, what is observable to us, but how many of us can correctly guess why the dog is doing it? [00:03:51] It's not easy. It's not easy. And as we just discussed, even amongst other humans, when we are trying to figure out what another human feels, what another human thinks, and they're literally trying to tell us, We're not good at it, it takes a lot of understanding of humans and of dogs to be able to figure out why a behavior is happening. [00:04:16] So, maybe it's not so easy. Maybe this takes a ton of time and takes a ton of effort and we aren't used to thinking about it that way. , I will say there was a point in my career when I would have described looking at dogs and what they're doing as I have a feeling about why he's doing it. I have a feeling about why he's doing it. [00:04:38] All right. I think many of us do that. I have a feeling. But here's the thing I was watching what the dog was doing. And now that I've really been training my eye to watch what they're doing and think about what they're responding to. Now I realized that I didn't have a feeling. I was noticing things in the environment, noticing things about a dog and what they were doing and maybe making correct assumptions, right? [00:05:07] Or making assumptions and maybe they were incorrect assumptions. But that's the tricky part. We're observing body language. We're watching. We're listening. Sometimes we're smelling, right? Anal gland smell. Oh, that's a definite signal. That's not a happy moment most of the time if they spray their anal glands. [00:05:28] But you think about all of those things that we observe, but are we good at understanding why? And we're not really good at it, even with other human beings that we talk to that are literally trying to tell us. Well, the dog is literally trying to tell us also. Now I want you to think about we're viewing what the dog is doing, and we're trying to guess at why they're doing it. [00:05:55] And I want you to start thinking about gathering clues. Gathering clues about the behavior before we make assumptions about how a dog feels before we start jumping into, I think this is going on or this is going on. This dog is an individual just like we are. And we have to think about what is this dog responding to? [00:06:15] What is happening in that moment? , and what kind of emotions might this dog be having based on what is happening? Okay. Dogs have emotions. I think we can all observe a dog who is scared, a dog who is fearful, a dog who is happy. Come on. We know they have emotions. The problem comes in when we try to, make our stories around what we think that emotion is caused by. [00:06:47] That's where anthropomorphism comes in is when we're trying to say, well, he's happy , and that isn't always a bad thing. He's happy because we do need to kind of ask that question. The problem is, is if we're not on target, if we're trying to say, well, he did this because, or he did that because, then that's where the emotion part can become really kind of a blurred line. [00:07:14] , and while they have emotions. And , I think that we can all agree if you've worked with dogs, you've seen a variety of emotions we respond to different emotions differently. So there is some worry when we think a dog is, let's say, angry at us. How are we going to respond to that animal? We're probably going to be defensive, right? [00:07:40] How do we respond to other humans when we think they're angry at us? Right? Um, now if we respond to a dog thinking he seems stressed, then it becomes clearer that we are going to try to help them calm down. I'm going to give some examples here. I know I'm always giving examples and I feel like I'm spending my whole life saying I'm going to give some examples here. [00:08:04] , a human customer comes into your office and she is upset. Always understand why. Maybe we think that person is mean, that person is cranky, that person is, let's see, what other terms might we use? Some of the terms get really mean, right? But are we really good at noticing that this person is running late for something? [00:08:29] , is very, very stressed out, , is confused. Maybe they're really confused, but I do brush him. I don't understand what you're talking about. Now they're being defensive and you're being defensive and it all falls apart. Customer service stuff is also about thinking about the other side of the story, the why, why. [00:08:52] Is this customer having difficulty today? Like I said, it is not cut and dry. This is not easy for most of us to get a good read on why a behavior is happening and what emotions they are around it. So when we look at that customer, , maybe we're looking at her thinking she is really cranky. She is really mean. And is that really the motivation? Is she just a cranky person? That could be true. Okay. I think we know there are a lot of people out there who are just playing cranky, but why, why? I love people. I know a lot of groomers don't. [00:09:33] , I see those cranky people and they often become my really good customers. Cause I think about why I think about why the cranky, , what is this person responding to? And that's what we need to do with our dogs. If we see something that we interpret as an emotion, step back for a minute and instead think, what is this dog responding to? [00:09:54] And why, why is this happening? Because if we assume that a dog is angry, Or we start making big stories, that can really lead us down a path that doesn't make any sense. And next thing you know, you and the dog are in conflict of some sort when it didn't need to be. So in the next part, we are going to talk about where communication can really go wrong. [00:10:18] If you're enjoying the show, please remember to follow or subscribe or like wherever it is you are. The show is on YouTube, so you can watch it as videos. It's as a podcast, so you can just listen to the audio. And to find any of those things, go to CreatingGreatGroomingDogs. com, where you can also find full transcripts. [00:10:38] Well, since I started doing transcripts, you can find full transcripts. Um, there are a lot of other things there. There are a couple of blog posts, CreatingGreatGroomingDogs. com. When we talk about how we are figuring out what a dog wants or needs, when we're figuring out those emotions, we have some old myths in the dog world that affect us and that affects how we interpret what we see. [00:11:05] And I say we. Because it is part of our society and our culture at this point. Maybe you don't, but others around us do. And it's good for us to understand that. So what am I talking about? The long held belief that dogs are trying to take over. That dogs are trying to test their boundaries, test our limits. [00:11:27] They're trying to see if you're really in charge. That all of these behaviors could simply be changed if you were a more assertive leader. I'm not going to say that those things can't be true. All right? Perhaps some of those things are happening for some of our dogs, some of the time. But, dang it all to heck, it is so often the first thing that people jump to. [00:11:52] It's so often the first thing, yet if we think back, are most dogs trying to take over the world? No, it's a really long held myth, but it does affect the lens that we look through when we're looking at their behavior. Okay, so I'm going to give a couple of examples here. , She's trying to get me to stop, and I can't let her win. [00:12:19] Oh, we hear that a lot in grooming, don't we? Is this dog trying to win? What an interesting thought. As if this is a battle, and the dog is like, You are not allowed to do this to me. Maybe that's true. Okay, that could be true. But, what if we think first about maybe this dog is frightened? Maybe this dog is scared, maybe this dog is physically uncomfortable, and yet we're forcing because we think this dog is just being persnickety. [00:12:54] This dog is just trying to win, and I'm not putting up with it. Right? Ooh, think about that. We have to step back from some of our assumptions about why dogs do things. All right. And that's a real quote, the she's trying to, to get me to stop and I can't let her win real quote from lots and lots of different places. [00:13:16] The fact of the matter is, yes, the dog is trying to get you to stop doing something, but why? Why? Probably not because they're trying to take over the world. That's probably not it. So when we think about, , the different things that could be happening in that moment. So let's say, we have a dog that's screaming in the tub. [00:13:38] What is going on in that moment? Well, first let's ask a question. What is screaming? Hmm. All right. What is that? What does that look like? My interpretation of a dog screaming might be different than your interpretation of a dog screaming. Is this a dog that is barking? Is this a dog that does that weird little yodel thing? [00:13:59] , and then to think about why, why. What else is happening in that room? Is that a dog whose owner is at the windows, tapping at the windows, and the dog is trying to like, call out to their owner? You know, the owner who's trying to be helpful by chanting things like, chanting the dog's name and saying, sit. [00:14:20] , if you're an owner listening to this, your groomer very rarely wants your dog to sit. Telling your dog to sit is really not helpful. Yet, they all do it. So, you know, why is the dog doing it? We have to think about why, right? We can see that there's an emotion happening. But we can't interpret it well until we ask why. [00:14:43] So I want you to think about some of the things that we see. So screaming, maybe that's just a dog who's barking. Maybe that's this dog's particular bark. Maybe this dog is really excited. Um, maybe this dog is really frightened. We make up stories around that before we really take a critical eye and take a look. [00:15:03] So let's talk about some more stories because stories are fun. , And it'll help you think about, Oh, wait, what are we really seeing? What are we really seeing? That's the thing. Dogs have emotions, but are they vengeance and jealousy probably not. Let's look more about what they are responding to, especially in grooming, because dogs find grooming to be difficult because they find it unpleasant, uncomfortable, and or scary. [00:15:32] So at every turn, if it's something happening in grooming, I want you to think, is this dog finding it unpleasant? Uncomfortable and or scary because that's usually it. It's not usually, how dare you and even when it is. It's because they find it unpleasant, uncomfortable, and or scary. So our solutions are going to be to try to make the dog calm, comfortable, and cooperative. [00:15:55] I know you're sick of hearing it. That's okay. We're just going to keep saying it. So let's talk about another story. I had a customer who came to me because her dog was spending lots and lots of time in a crate while the kids were all out because she had, , a number of children in her house. Some of them were daycare kids and, he was just too, too silly around them. [00:16:17] But at night she was trying to get him enough exercise and working with them while the kids were in bed. But her biggest concern was that he was growling at the pictures of her children on the wall because he was jealous. And those are her babies. And he's jealous cause he's in a crate all day. And he stares at those pictures up on the wall and growls at them when they're sitting on the couch at night after the kids have gone to bed. [00:16:43] All right. Is that jealousy? Hmm. Yeah, probably not. And I was at her house and I'm like, he's hearing something in the wall, you know, she was so offended. I don't have anything in my wall. Like, Oh, he's hearing something in the wall. He's looking up at a point on the wall and growling. And it's a very old house. [00:17:04] And I lived in a very old house too at that time. Like, listen, there could be things in the wall. He's hearing something. There is no way on God's green earth. That your dog is looking at pictures of children and being jealous, yet that's the story she wrote about behavior that she was experiencing. The behavior that she was seeing is that he was very, very jealous. [00:17:30] , she didn't like my answer. She wanted to hold onto the idea. That he was growling at pictures of her children. Okay. We joke about things like that because it seems extreme, but that was someone's point of view. And what it really says is more about what we think is going on and what we're maybe feeling about this dog, right? [00:17:53] There's another one, , this was a story about a dog who, they left him at home for the first time all day and he was in a crate and he gone out at lunchtime back in the crate. And it was the first time they'd really left this puppy alone. And he was angry at them and got back at them by pulling that precious grandma's quilt into his cage and ripped it apart. [00:18:16] Does that sound like anger and jealousy and spite? And getting even, right? I think that the anthropomorphic part is when we start trying to make up a story about the behavior we see. That dog pulled something into the crate and chewed on it all day. Maybe this dog was stressed, maybe this dog was bored. [00:18:41] But it was probably not targeting something particularly precious. Well, he could have grabbed a different blanket, but he grabbed grandma's quilt. Probably not thinking about, well, this quilt is far more valuable to the humans around me. Right? We make up crazy stories, right? And, and we try to see from an animal's point of view. [00:19:06] Now, let me ask you this. When they got home. If they were thinking that this dog intentionally grabbed something far more precious than the other things in reach and ripped it apart because he was angry and wanted to get even, how do you suppose they interacted with that dog when they got home and they saw this all play out? [00:19:29] We can be really, really hostile when we start assuming we know why a dog did something. Let's instead think about why is this dog feeling a need to chew things while we're gone? Why? Why? What's going on? In this particular case, I think the dog was probably bored. They didn't have any toys in their form. [00:19:55] He just thought they would just take a nap all day, probably just pulled it in to chew on something. Perhaps this dog was stressed. We do know that they have emotions like fear, anxiety, stress, happiness, sadness, right? We can see all of those things, but we need to think about, really step back from our feelings about the whole story. [00:20:15] and see what they're trying to tell us. Here is another one. , I remember somebody trying to walk their dog into a grooming shop and the dog curled up in a ball, curled up in a ball, really, really tight on the floor, refusing to move. Is that a dog who is being stubborn? I refuse to go in there. [00:20:38] Right? Or is that a dog who, when they curl up in a ball, the body language of curling up in a ball is, I am afraid. I'm afraid! That's what curling up in a ball means. Curling up in a ball is I'm scared. So, how can you be scared and, and also stubborn and trying to take over the world? If a dog is frightened, we should be trying to help them be calm. [00:21:06] And then all of our problems can be looked at differently. How can I help this dog calm down? How can I help this dog feel more comfortable? But if you assume that the dog is being stubborn, what is an owner likely to do? In this case, the owner was getting more and more angry. And this dog was becoming more and more afraid. [00:21:25] It's really common. This is the cycle. So we know that animals have emotions, but we also have to think about, are we interpreting those emotions through very human eyes? And like I said, we are not good at interpreting emotions with other people, other people who are literally talking to us in a language we share, texting us. [00:21:50] Who, you know, how often do you misinterpret something is like, wow, he was really, really mean. Was she, was she, hmm, interesting. Can we see both sides? And I'll tell you what, it's a skillset and it's something that we should be thinking about. So when we talk about emotions with our dogs, we have to step back from the story that we're writing. [00:22:15] Don't write a story about it yet. And think, what is it that I'm seeing? [00:22:20] What am I seeing? And even, I want you to pause and think about this for emotions, even if a dog is angry, it's because he's uncomfortable with something. Even if a dog is being overtly aggressive toward us, because they're not comfortable, right? They feel threatened. Hmm. Wait, feeling threatened? Does feeling threatened feel comfortable? [00:22:47] No, it's not. Is it pleasant for any of us? The dog is not having a pleasant time because they feel like they feel like they're being threatened. , it doesn't mean that every dog is going to show fear as, as cowering. Some dogs show it as a big aggressive display, but usually the problems that we're seeing in dog grooming. [00:23:09] Are because the dog finds it unpleasant, uncomfortable, and or scary. And it's up to us to try to figure out what part of what's going on made them feel that way. And can we help them be, um, comfortable and cooperative? If you're enjoying the show, please remember to like subscribe, follow, go to creating great grooming, dog. [00:23:31] com. For more information about, um, where you can find the podcast, if you're used to watching and you didn't even know there was this whole back catalog of episodes, um, not all of them are on YouTube. If you prefer YouTube, you've been a long time listener and you're like, well, she's on YouTube and I can see a talking face. [00:23:49] Yes, you can. That's pretty fun to creating great grooming dogs. com for all of that.

In this episode, Kimberly McRae and Ursa Acree take us on an RV journey through Mexico with Hazel, a 9 year old rescue German Shepherd who suffers from extreme anxiety among other issues both medical and behavioral. Kimberly packed her life into an RV with her two dogs Hazel and Taco. In the beginning, Hazel was paralyzed with fear in unfamiliar environments and was ready to resign to living an isolated, couch potato lifestyle. Hazel is now living a life as an international traveler, facing challenges head-on with tools she has learned through ethical training and supported by the right medication and care team. Kimberly's bio:Kimberly is a former CPDT-KA and Fear Free dog trainer who owned and operated a Denver, CO-based dog training company and worked as a behavior coordinator in non-profit animal sheltering. Kimberly is a dog-obsessed behavior enthusiast and experienced project manager, digital nomading as a Director for Behavior Vets. Kimberly has roots in Denver, CO and Louisville, KY, but has been traveling throughout Mexico with her two dogs in all of 2023. Click here for more about Kimberly McRaeUrsa's bio:Ursa Acree is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, and Fear Free Certified Trainer. She founded Canis Major Training in 2016 which operated as the premier training, board and train, and daycare facility of Denver, CO through 2021. She is currently the Director of Training at Behavior Vets. Click here for more about Ursa AcreeLinks:Dogs: A New Understanding of Canine Origin, Behavior, and Evolution by Raymond and Lorna CoppingerTheme music composed and performed by Andy SellsContact Behavior Vets tweet us @BehaviorVets follow us on Facebook email us at nyc@behaviorvets.com follow us on Instagram Online courses Webinars and seminars

Episode Description: In this episode with our special guest Karen Baxter, we embark on a journey into the intricate world of canine social interactions through the captivating lens of Game Theory. This episode offers a distinctive perspective on the dynamics in groups of dogs and between littermates.As the episode unfolds, we bring Cat and Brian's 3D+ Framework into the conversation introducing the three interconnected dimensions of this chaos and complexity inspired model. Throughout our discussion, we dissect the multifaceted factors that influence whether dogs within social groupings lean towards conflict or cooperation.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Canine Complexity AcademyChaos & Canines---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Guest Bio: Karen Baxter, a devoted advocate for canines, and co-owner of Unified  K9 Behaviour Centre, boasts a Diploma in Canine Behavior Sciences and Technology and is a Licensed Canine Complexity Consultant affiliated with The Canine Complexity Academy. Her career is a true reflection of her lifelong affection for dogs, which she considers a privilege. Karen's work exudes an unmatched blend of joy and expertise, making a lasting impression on dogs and their owners, regardless of their size or breed.To attain her status as a dog training expert, Karen undertook a rigorous journey of years of dedicated learning and practice. She holds the distinction of being a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, having passed the Knowledge Assessment examination administered by the Certification Council for Professional Pet Dog Trainers. Additionally, she is a proud graduate of the Certified Dog Trainer program at the Animal Behavior College. Karen's proficiency extends to the practical application of Behavior Adjustment Training for dogs grappling with fear, anxiety, and aggression, as well as Aggressive Dog Conflict Resolution, a field in which she trained under the guidance of the renowned Behaviorist and author Cheryl Smith. Notably, Karen recently completed the Master Aggression Course, led by the globally acclaimed Behavior Consultant, Michael Shikashio.Karen's devotion to the well-being of dogs extends to her invaluable contributions to local animal shelters and rescue organizations. Here, she plays a pivotal role in caring for and rehabilitating rescued dogs who often grapple with trauma and stress-related behavioral challenges. Her ongoing pursuit of education and extensive hands-on experience have finely tuned her skills in addressing psychological issues in dogs, particularly those associated with anxiety and aggression.Connect with Karen Baxter: www.unifiedk9.ca karen@unifiedk9.ca Stay Connected: Join The Canine Complexity Podcast Facebook Group Submit a question or comment to be addressed during the "Feedback Loop" segments at the conclusion of the program to thecaninecomplexitypodcast@gmail.com Explore courses and webinars at The Canine Complexity Academy Dive deeper into the world of chaos at Chaos & Canines Thank you for Listening!

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!

Ever wrestled with the guilt and shame that can come with a dog exhibiting aggression? We've got you covered in our insightful conversation with Dr. Karen London, a renowned dog behavior specialist, who unveils the human element intricately entwined with canine aggression. We discuss strategies for navigating the tricky terrain of difficult conversations resulting from dog aggression and the importance of extending kindness to oneself during the process. Finally, we uncover the often overlooked aspect of dog aggression - the emotional toll it takes on the humans involved. Dr. London shares her wisdom on maintaining emotional balance, applying self-care, and establishing robust support networks when dealing with aggression cases.The Aggression in Dogs ConferenceThe Bitey End of the Dog Bonus EpisodesThe Aggression in Dogs Master Course and Expert Webinar Bundle --- LIMITED TIME SPECIAL OFFERABOUT KAREN:Karen B. London, PhD is a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, and an award-winning author of six books about dog training and behavior. She blogs for TheWildest.com, writes the Arizona Daily Sun's animal column, and is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Northern Arizona University.Instagram: @Karen.London.Dog.Behavior"Treat Everyone Like a Dog: How a Dog Trainer's World View Can Improve Your Life" https://smile.amazon.com/Treat-Everyone-Like-Dog-Trainers/dp/1952960002/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Support the show

PET TALK TODAY: #102 Dog Training with Will Bangura. How to Treat Canine Separation Anxiety, Q & A today, Dog Anxiety, CALM DOGS Natural Calming Aids for  Dog Anxiety, and more discussed on todays podcast.  For Dog Behavior Help visit DogBehaviorist.com Does Your Dog Need A Dog Anxiety Calming Aid? Check out CalmDogs.com or DogAnxiety.comSupport the showIf you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website.Go here for Free Dog Training Articles

Welcome to The Well-Mannered Mutt Podcast, the show for dog owners looking to improve their relationship with their canine friends. This podcast is designed to both train dogs and teach people, so there can be success and happiness at both ends of the leash.   Your host, Staci Lemke is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, retired Registered Veterinary Technician, and owner of Manners for Mutts Dog Training. With over 20 years of experience working with dogs and their people, Staci is the perfect guide to help you navigate the ups and downs of life with a dog.   So, whether you're a new dog owner or a seasoned pro, be sure to join Staci for each episode as she shares practical training tips, fun doggy adventures, and simple things you can do to strengthen the bond between you and your four-legged friend.   Episodes will be coming soon, so be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.   Connect with Staci Lemke: Website - www.mannersformutts.com Instagram & Facebook @mannersformutts

PET TALK TODAY #97  Dog Training with Will Bangura. Dogs and the 4th of July, Teaching Dogs Impulse Control, We Also Discuss How to Teach Your Dog Not To Chase Cars and Prey... and more, Q & A, Dog Anxiety Supplements, Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura. Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura, Will Bangura Dog Behaviorist,Support the showIf you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website.Go here for Free Dog Training Articles

PET TALK TODAY #96  Dog Training with Will Bangura. How to Teach a Dog to Leave it and How to Teach a Dog to Drop It.  Also, How to Teach The Emergency Recall. We Also Discuss How to Teach Your Dog Not To Chase Prey and Run Out of The Yard. We Teach Boundary Training.  Q & A, Dog Anxiety Supplements, Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura. Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist, Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura, Will Bangura Dog Behaviorist,Support the showIf you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website.Go here for Free Dog Training Articles

In this episode, Rikke Brogaard shares her case story of Doodle, a young terrier mix who was suffering from a debilitating case of the urban jitters in Brooklyn, NY. Listen to how Rikke and her client creatively use every tool available to them to carve out a life for Doodle where he could feel safe and supported. Rikke's bio:Rikke has trained dogs and their humans since 2002, and has operated her own New York-based dog training and behavior business since 2004. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, a Pat Miller Certified Trainer, and a certified Family Dog Mediator who currently supports  clients from all over the world virtually. She is also a Fear Free Certified trainer. In 2012 Rikke co-founded the NY Force Free Trainers where she, and two close colleagues mentored and taught aspiring dog trainers. She is supremely proud that several previous students have become rock stars within the Force Free training community,  who are now themselves helping dogs and humans. For a period of over four years  Rikke had the unique opportunity to work weekly with the three full-time facility dogs at Mt Sinai 's Children's Hospital in New York City. She trained both the staff and the dogs, and helped the handlers create schedules, activities, and skills for the dogs that ensured ample time for decompression, enrichment, and lots of fun in-between their patient and staff support duties. A native of Denmark who originally went to Copenhagen Business School with the goal of becoming a translator at the UN, Rikke speaks four languages fluently and can read and get by in two more languages. Turns out the translating she was always meant to do was between dogs and their humans. Click here for more about RikkeLinks:@rikkebdogtraining on InstagramContact Behavior Vets tweet us @BehaviorVets follow us on Facebook email us at nyc@behaviorvets.com follow us on Instagram

PET TALK TODAY #95  Dog Training with Will Bangura. How to Teach Dogs Loose Leash Walking. Q & A, Dog Anxiety Supplements, Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura. Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Certified Professional Dog Trainer Dog Behaviorist Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will BanguraSupport the showIf you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website.Go here for Free Dog Training Articles

Dr. Erica Feuerbacher is an Associate Professor of Companion Animal Behavior and Welfare at Virginia Tech and director of the Applied Animal Behavior & Welfare Lab in the School of Animal Science. She earned her Ph.D. in Psychology at the University of Florida in the UF Canine Cognition and Behavior Lab and her Masters in Behavior Analysis at the University of North Texas in the Organization for Reinforcement Contingencies with Animals. Prior to joining Virginia Tech, she was an Assistant Professor at Carroll College in Helena, MT, where she led the canine program in which students trained foster dogs during the academic year. She has worked as a shelter behavior consultant, offered group dog training classes and private behavior consultations, and is co-founder of the Institute for Shelter Dogs. She is a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. Her research at Virginia Tech focuses on understanding dog behavior and learning from a behavior analytic perspective, using applied behavior analysis to solve behavioral issues, and identifying interventions that improve shelter dog welfare. She has earned several awards for her behavior analytic research and her dedication to the theoretical foundations of behavior analysis. She is passionate about humane, effective animal training, and working with owners, trainers, and shelter staff to improve our interactions with animals through behavior analysis. For links visit here >>> https://atamember.com/2023/05/15/dr-erica-feuerbacher/

It's an awful feeling knowing that the dog who is the love of your life can be scared and aggressive towards other people. In this case story, a 110 lb pitbull-mastiff X named Eli is a total mush with the humans he loves, but getting to know him is not so easy. Due to unfortunate accidents, there were a few bites towards other people. Listen to how Behavior Vets' Director of Training Ursa Acree (CDBC) helps her client develop a training and management plan to prevent bites and help Eli feel safer around strangers. Ursa's bio:Ursa Acree is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, and Fear Free Certified Trainer. She founded Canis Major Training in 2016 which operated as the premier training, board and train, and daycare facility of Denver, CO through 2021. She is currently the Director of Training at Behavior Vets. In addition to her experience working with private clients, Ursa has extensive experience working with animals in need. She was the Behavior Manager for the Kentucky Humane Society from 2007 to 2010 and the Behavior Manager at the Dumb Friends League from 2010 to 2013. While in those roles Ursa worked with clients to prevent relinquishments due to behavior issues, implemented changes to reduce stress and improve animal adoptability, and trained shelter staff and volunteers in enrichment, body language, humane handling, husbandry, and training. From 2013 to 2015 she did behavior and nutrition research with Hill's Pet Nutrition as a Behavior Technician. She was responsible for animal husbandry and handling in addition to training animals to participate in preference assessments of new foods.More about UrsaLinks:Treat-Retreat by Suzanne ClothierTheme music composed and performed by Andy SellsContact Behavior Vets tweet us @BehaviorVets follow us on Facebook email us at nyc@behaviorvets.com follow us on Instagram

Heather Sumlin spends time interviewing Mental Management Certified Instructor, Teah Anders. We talk about what K9 Nose Work is and why the mental game is so important in this sport. She shares some advice for handlers as well as how she uses Mental Management in her personal and professional life as well. Check out her website - http://www.noseworkmind.com/ Join our Patreon membership for a more indepth conversation with Teah - https://www.patreon.com/posts/inside-coachs-80161448 Heather Sumlin's website - https://www.heathersumlin.com/ Products mentioned: With Winning in Mind - https://mentalmanagement.com/products/with-winning-in-mind Freedom Flight - https://mentalmanagement.com/products/freedom-flight-the-origins-of-mental-power Performance Analysis - https://mentalmanagement.com/products/performance-analysis-the-ultimate-performance-journal Audios you can access on Patreon we discussed: What Every Nose Work Handler Should Know First About the Mental Game with Teah & Heather - https://www.patreon.com/posts/what-every-nose-64351171 Freedom Flight Audio - https://www.patreon.com/posts/freedom-flight-59201533 More about Teah: Teah Anders founded Gentle Touch Pet Training in 1999 and has successfully taught thousands of people the clicker training method. In 2008, Teah published a comprehensive dog training book entitled, “Click ‘n Connect: Training Your Dog a Lifelong Journey.” In 2021, Son Care Foundation purchased Gentle Touch Pet Training and Teah has continued to instruct her favorite dog sport, K9 Nose Work. Teah is a Certified Management Instructor (Level III) through Mental Management Systems in Texas. Since 2013, she has been traveling the U.S. sharing Mental Management concepts with clients who compete in dog sports helping them perform at an optimal level, consistently under pressure. She has taught many group seminars and smaller or personal on-line classes on the incredible concepts of Mental Management. Teah has helped many handlers across the country learn more about how to effectively handle their thoughts during competition and become even better handlers. Teah has been a Certified Nose Work Instructor through the National Association of K9 Scent Work since 2010 and currently teaches Nose Work Classes. She is a NACSW Certifying Official (CO) and judge for trials and CO and judge for Odor Recognition Tests (ORTs). She is a frequent NACSW Trial and ORT Host and has enjoyed instructing at NACSW/Dogs of Course NW Camps in CO, GA and PA. Teah is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers and is a professional member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT). Teah has also earned a CAP2 (Competency Assessment Program – Level 2) certification through Kay Laurence's Learning About Dogs organization in the UK. She has been a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Evaluator through the American Kennel Club since 2004.

Robin Bennett, co-founder of The Dog Gurus and certified professional dog trainer for almost three decades now and owner of a dog training company in Virginia for 18 years, is excited to share with both pet parents and professionals how to handle the incident if a loose dog approaches you. In a webinar presented by Ruffly Speaking Dog, The Dog Gurus' premier single-user online dog community, pet owners and professionals were able to learn how to appropriately handle loose dogs and encounters on walks, and she's sharing those tips below.Follow:Facebook: The Dog GurusGrow Your Pet Care Business Facebook Group - Grow Your Pet Care Business | FacebookYouTube: The Dog GurusInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoggurus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-dog-gurus

PET TALK TODAY #88  Dog Training with Will Bangura. This Week we  Answer Questions. How to help fearful dogs, and more.  Dog Training, Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will BanguraSupport the showIf you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website.Go here for Free Dog Training Articles

Today's Topic: When you're dealing with a fearful or anxious dog, it can sometimes feel like you've hit a wall, and the traditional tools that you're using are only getting you so far, resulting in a relationship with your dog that can feel belabored, frustrating, or just plain, UN-FUN.  That's why we invited the founder and creator of "The Play Way", a new therapeutic approach for resolving behavior issues through social interaction and dog empowerment, Dr. Amy Cook, to the pod, to discuss how playing with your dog can help you better assess whether your dog is at or near their threshold, where she sees the "The Play Way" living among the more traditional tools available to treat fearful and anxious dogs, how to start playing with your dog in an appropriate and safe way, the pitfalls of "monologuing", how this methodology fits into what she calls "positive dog training 2.0", and so much more!Guest Bio: Dr. Amy Cook is an Applied Animal Behaviorist, a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant with the IAABC, 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 the impact that social support can have on stress. Dr. Cook is the founder and creator of the Play Way, a therapeutic approach for resolving behavior issues in dogs through social interaction and dog empowerment, and she is a popular instructor for the online school The Fenzi Dog Sports Academy, where she also teaches a course in active management games for dogs, and in a play-based approach to resolving sound sensitivity.  She has been training dogs for over 30 years, and has specialized in the rehabilitation of shy and fearful dogs for over 20 years. Amy has worked for the Berkeley-East Bay Humane Society, the San Francisco Animal Care and Control, has provided behavioral evaluations for shelters and rescues throughout the Bay Area of California, and was a member of the anti-cruelty team for the ASPCA, working in triage sheltering and rehabilitation for large rescue cases. Amy gives seminars all over the country and is a frequent conference presenter. She also competes in sports with her dogs, and has titled in Competition Obedience, Rally, Agility, Barn Hunt, and Nosework.Connect With Dr. Amy Cook:WebsiteInstagramOnline Courses w/ Dr. Amy Cook

PET TALK TODAY #81  Dog Training with Will Bangura. This Week We Discuss Fixing Dog Aggression, Fears, Dog Anxiety and Phobias Using Counter-Conditioning and Desensitization. Dog Training, Dog Behavior, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura Support the show

Volunteering for nearly 15 years with her dog Maggie has CPDT-KA Nicole Ellis brimming with Therapy Dog stories to share.In this 50th episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I spoke with Nicole Ellis, a Los Angeles based Certified Professional Dog Trainer, who has many Therapy Dog stories to share about her experiences volunteering with her dog Maggie over the last several years. In this episode, we discuss …What inspired Nicole to start volunteering with her dog.How she decided which organizations were a good fit.Why she does different activities with Maggie than with her other dog, Rossi.Give it a listen and let me know which part you found the most helpful, then follow their journey at @tailswithnicole and @maggieandrossi.•Interested in getting started as a Therapy Dog but don't know where to begin? Check out my new guide at freeguide.therapydogtalk.com.

In our second Behavior Files case, Jeanne Clune and her client Rhys navigates a difficult case involving Taz, an 8 year-old miniature pinscher who suffers from both medical and behavioral issues. Little Taz exhibited a long list of behavior issues including aggression towards strangers, aggression related to handling, separation anxiety, resource guarding, reluctance walking outside, and house soiling. Due to Taz's anxiety, Rhys struggled to help Taz adapt to the urban environment of Brooklyn, NY. In addition, treating his medical issues required daily handling that could trigger bites. The case started in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown when in-person training was not possible. How did Jeanne help Rhys and Taz through their journey by remote training? What were the keys to treating Taz's anxiety and aggressive behavior? Jeanne's bio:Jeanne Clune is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Behavior Consultant, and Fear Free Certified Trainer. She sees clients in Westchester, Putnam, and Dutchess Counties.Jeanne worked previously as the Director of Behavior and Enrichment at the SPCA of Westchester and with private clients through her own training company Joyful Pets of Westchester. During her tenure with the SPCA of Westchester, she started the Fearful Dog Rehabilitation Program and led the The Way Home Program. Through these ventures, Jeanne offered special training and enrichment to dogs with behavioral challenges that otherwise might not be considered for adoption. She successfully helped modify the behavior of dogs surrendered with separation anxiety and fear, and placed hundreds of dogs into forever homes. Most importantly, Jeanne helps families develop a healthy and harmonious environment for training, healing and fun. She has run free community workshops in Westchester for owners with dogs with behavioral issues and is the creator of a Shelter Trainer Forum that provides trainers a platform to discuss behavior modification techniques and share their success in preparing an animal for their new homes. Jeanne is a faculty member of CATCH Canine Trainers Academy. She is a member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC), Pet Professional Guild (PPG), and Association of Pet Dog Trainer (APDT).  Jeanne currently resides in Patterson NY with her husband and a very special canine, Hank. You might spot Jeanne and Hank working with clients on leash reactivity in the local parks. In her free time, she loves to travel, share Reiki with animals at local shelters, snorkel, hike, paddle board, practice yoga or walk in the woods in quiet admiration of our animal kingdom. LinksThe Resilience in Dogs webinarhttps://behaviorvetsnyc.com/Contact Behavior Vets tweet us @BehaviorVets follow us on Facebook email us at nyc@behaviorvets.com follow us on Instagram

In this episode, Dr. Feuerbacher joins co-hosts Lauren Novack (ACDBC, KPA-CTP, FPPE) and Ferdie Yau (MA, CPDT-KA) to talk about what it's like to build a Master's program in Applied Animal Behavior & Welfare and her ultimate goal of improving standards for animal training and welfare. We dive into:What it was like to develop a Master's program at Virginia Tech in Applied Animal Behavior & Welfare from the ground up.Challenging her students to question accepted training lores in order to advance our knowledge of applied animal behavior.The need for more rigorous qualifications to become professional dog trainers and the injustice to dog guardians because of the system we have now.Her thoughts on LIMA, CAT, and how she likes to train animals. Dr. Feuerbacher's bio:Dr. Erica Feuerbacher is an Associate Professor in Animal & Poultry Sciences atVirginia Tech and director of the Applied Animal Behavior & Welfare Lab, where she focuses her research on dogs and horses. She also coordinates the online Masters program in Applied Animal Behavior & Welfare at Virginia Tech. She earned her Ph.D. in Psychology at the University of Florida in the UF Canine Cognition and Behavior Lab and her Master's in Behavior Analysis at the University of North Texas in the Organization for Reinforcement Contingencies with Animals. She is a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. Her research and publications focus on understanding domestic animal behavior and learning from a behavior analytic perspective, using applied animal behavior to solve behavioral issues in dogs and horses, and identifying interventions that improve shelter dog welfare. She is passionate about humane, effective animal training, and working with owners, trainers, and shelter staff to improve our interactions with animals.Links:Applied Animal Behavior & Welfare Lab at Virginia Tech FB page www.facebook.com/aabvtVirginia Tech's Online Master of Agricultural and Life Sciences program with a concentration in Applied Animal Behavior & Welfarehttp://www.ericanfeuerbacher.com/Theme music composed and performed by Andy SellsContact Behavior Vets tweet us @BehaviorVets follow us on Facebook email us at nyc@behaviorvets.com follow us on Instagram

For the debut of "The Behavior Files", a series of real life case studies shared by the Behavior Vets team, Fanna and her client Christina attempt to treat canine compulsive disorder (CCD) exhibited by Rigg, a 1.5 yo bull terrier. Rigg will compulsively chase his tail and chomp at it, to the point of injuring himself or anyone who attempts to interrupt him. According to Tufts University, up to 85% of bull terrier litters will exhibit some form of CCD. Find out the history of Rigg's CCD and how Fanna helps her client manage and treat the very serious disorder. What steps did they take? Will they be successful? What kind of effect does Rigg's CCD have on his quality of life with Christina? Fanna's bio:Fanna Easter is based in Lafayette, Louisiana and has a special focus on separation anxiety and compulsive behaviors. She is a Certified Separation Anxiety Dog Trainer, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Fear Free Animal Trainer and Karen Pryor Academy graduate. She has been instructing dog training group classes and behavior consults for over 30 years. Living with Bull Terriers, Fanna is fascinated by canine obsessive compulsive disorders. Fanna is well known throughout the Bull Terrier world for her extensive knowledge pertaining to CCD and skilled at creating behavior modification programs for extremely challenging CCD cases with great success. Fanna is an industry expert who has been quoted in VICE News, HGTV, Newsweek, Animal Wellness, Dogs Naturally, and Forbes. She is the current Chair for the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT). Fanna spent 5 years as Petco's National Dog Training Expert where she and her team developed a new positive reinforcement training program that launched nationwide to over 2,000 stores. While at Petco she also created the Petco Dog Training Instructor Program and the Petco separation anxiety course. Additionally, Fanna developed the updated the dog trainer curriculum for Animal Behavior College. Fanna loves Bull Terriers and shares her home with a Miniature Bull Terrier, Eli. When she's not working with animals, Fanna enjoys attending festivals and conformation dog shows and is learning to appreciate yoga and meditation.Links:https://behaviorvets.com/Contact Behavior Vets tweet us @BehaviorVets follow us on Facebook email us at nyc@behaviorvets.com follow us on Instagram

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!

In this episode, Debbie Jacobs (CPDT-KA, RBT) shares key lessons she has learned from treating fear in humans and non-human animals. I love what Debbie has to say about why working with different species forces us to question what we think we know about behavior.  We discuss:The animal trainers retreat at Lemon's Hope SanctuaryHow Debbie learned about applied behavior analysisThree strands for working with fearful animalsHow to find the starting point with helping an animal feel safe and learnThoughts on the constructional approachDebbie's bio:Debbie Jacobs is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and a Registered Behavior Technician which qualifies her to work with a range of behavior challenges and skill deficits in people, under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She is the creator of the fearfuldogs.com website and the author of A Guide To Living With & Training a Fearful Dog and Does My Dog Need Prozac?She lives in Vermont where she offers onsite educational workshops for trainers interested in taking a deeper dive into Applied Behavior Analysis as it can be used to address challenging behavior problems. She provides info and support to owners, foster caregivers, trainers and anyone trying to help dogs struggling with fear, anxiety, reactivity or aggression. Links:Debbie's website https://fearfuldogs.comEvents for trainer professionalsTheme music composed and performed by Andy Sells 

We reprised “Ask The Trainer,” in which listeners are invited to call or email questions for dog trainer Glen Hatchell to answer about their dogs or cats, particularly involving behavioral issues. The post Glen Hatchell: dog trainer, behaviorist–“Ask The Trainer” 5th Edition first appeared on Talking Animals.

When we are thinking about positive reinforcement based training, we often envision food as the reinforcer we are using. Or perhaps we might use toys or other reinforcers such as giving attention to a dog when they keep all four paws on the floor instead of jumping up. But what about play? Just straight up play with your dog without toys. In this episode of The Bitey End of the Dog, I have a fun conversation with Dr. Amy Cook on using The Play Way with dogs, and chat about why play can go far beyond “just reinforcement.” For additional resources on helping dogs with aggression, visit:https://aggressivedog.comIf you want to take your knowledge and skills for helping dogs with aggression to the next level, check out the Aggression in Dogs Master Course and get a FREE preview here:https://aggressivedog.thinkific.com/courses/aggression-in-dogsDon't miss out on the third annual Aggression in Dogs Conference  9/30-10/2/22:https://aggressivedog.com/conference/About Amy: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, a new way to address behavior problems in dogs, and is 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 stressed and fearful dogs for over 20 years. The Play Way!Support the show

I am so excited to announce the launch of season 3. The first episode starts with Ursa Acree! She is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, and Fear Free Certified Trainer. She is the Training Manager at Behavior Vets in Colorado where she works collaboratively with vet behaviorists and veterinarians specializing in pain. Together they treat the animal holistically addressing the animal's emotional, physical, and behavioral needs. This is why she was the perfect guest to bring on the podcast to discuss just how often pain is affecting our dogs and their behavior.

This show would have never been possible without all the learning I've been fortunate to do with so many incredible trainers over the years. I'm definitely standing on the shoulders of giants, and one such giant in our community is Sarah Kalnajs of Blue Dog Training.Sarah and I chat about a number of interesting topics during this episode, including building trust and rapport with our clients, and why that is important, as well as some interesting cases we've experienced over the years, and we also discuss a tragic case that recently occurred with a petsitter in Texas that you may have seen in the media. So I hope you are able to gain some nice takeaways from this episode with the always insightful Sarah Kalnajs. For additional resources on helping dogs with aggression, visit:https://aggressivedog.comIf you want to take your knowledge and skills for helping dogs with aggression to the next level, check out the Aggression in Dogs Master Course and get a FREE preview here:https://aggressivedog.thinkific.com/courses/aggression-in-dogsDon't miss out on the third annual Aggression in Dogs Conference  9/30-10/2/22:https://aggressivedog.com/conference/Woof Cultr swag!https://woofcultr.com/collections/the-aggression-in-dogs-conferenceAbout Sarah:Sarah has been working with dogs professionally for over twenty years and is the owner of Blue Dog Training and Behavior in Madison, Wisconsin. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the CCPDT and a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the IAABC.Sarah is on the board of the Companion Animal Sciences Institute, is recognized in the state of Wisconsin as an expert witness in dog training and behavior, and has run a dog rescue organization for over twenty years.Sarah graduated with honors from the University of Wisconsin – Madison, studied comparative cognition between dogs and dolphins through the Kewalo Basin Marine Mammal Laboratory in Honolulu, Hawaii, and was a member of the Lab's humpback whale research team.A popular public speaker since the release of her Language of Dogs and Am I Safe video series (available on DVD and streaming), Sarah has given more than a hundred seminars across the U.S. and internationally to dog training organizations, veterinary schools, dog breed clubs, and rescue/shelter groups.Sarah and her husband Andrew, an engineer, work together with their six dogs to create training tools for professional trainers and dog owners. The most well-known of these tools is the Dog Safe Hands-Free Leash System.https://www.bluedogtraining.comSupport the show

Joann Rechtine, CSAT, CPDT-KA, FDM, FFCP, MS, MPH, RN Joann has been working with dogs professionally for over twenty years and specializes in separation anxiety work. Joann is a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT). She is the owner and founder of The Loose Leash Academy and works exclusively with dogs who experience separation anxiety or isolation distress issues and uses humane and studied protocols that are formulated specifically for a dog's needs. She is also a Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT), a certified Family Dog Mediator, and a Fear Free™ Certified Trainer.  Joann currently organizes educational events for dog training professionals in subjects like dog aggression, nose work, and separation anxiety. She is an expert at organizing events and has planned everything from 1-hour seminars to multiple- day international conferences. Trish McMillan holds a Master's degree in Animal Behavior from the University of Exeter in England and numerous other certifications and credentials.  She specializes in training and behavior modification work using positive reinforcement with dogs, cats, and horses. Trish runs McMillan  Animal Behavior in North Carolina and Shelter Behavior Hub online and worldwide. For links visit here >>> https://atamember.com/2022/07/02/behavioral-euthanasia/ 

In this episode, Eric Gillaspy shares his tips for dog owners to get the most out of group training classes. Highlights include:Why having a great time with your dog or puppy should be the priorityThe value of taking class field trips and how to be safeHelping dogs focus on the handler in distracting environmentsThe pros and cons of group class vs private lessonsHow to recognize when a group class is not the right learning environment for your dogEric's bio:Eric's dog training career started in Seattle, Washington at the Academy of Canine Behavior. There, he specialized in working with aggressive dogs. Simultaneously, he taught classes at Downtown Dog Lounge and was the head trainer at Pit Bull Rescue.Eric moved to Colorado in 2004 and became a Certified Professional Dog Trainer in 2006. For the past 15 years, he was the head trainer at Lone Tree Vet. There, he built and ran a wide variety of behavior services including Boarding School and Playcamp, ran AKC STAR puppy classes and Canine Good Citizen evaluations, and provided private lessons both in home and at the facility.His written work has been featured on Petfinders, Petocracy, and Good Dogs Rule.In his free time, he loves to spend time with his wife Karen and dogs Lulu, Knuckles, and Kitty. He is in his element in the mountains or on a river, especially if he's on a snowboard or kayak.Links:How to Find Erichttps://behaviorvetsco.com/Theme music composed and performed by Andy Sells

In this episode, Jen Deane discusses her work in creating prison dog training programs and the transformative power of dogs. Highlights include:How Jen selected the dogs for the programThe power of a dog's unconditional loveThe life lessons the human participants learned from their dogsThe story of Sugar Momma and her trainerHow troubled men and dogs helped each other turn their lives aroundJen's bio:Jennifer Deane is a New Jersey native who lived most of her life in Jacksonville, Florida and now resides in South Carolina. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer working as a remote Behavior Consultant for Behavior Vets. Jen worked with dogs from dog fighting cases, hoarding cases and animal cruelty cases for most of her professional career. Jen has worked with several shelters in Florida, South Carolina and North Carolina in evaluating, placing, and rehabilitating dogs as well as counseling adopters. Although Jen specializes in dogs, specifically pit bulls, Jen has helped many families with both dogs and cats. For three years, Jen ran a prison training program at the county, state and federal levels where inmates were responsible for rehabilitating and training shelter dogs. Jen currently volunteers with Animal Rescue Corps, is on the Board of Directors for the Friends of Bahamas Animals and is on the Board of Directors for the Miami Coalition Against Breed Specific Legislation. She has presented at the Florida Animal Control Association Conference and has assisted and trained several shelters in canine behavior modification and training. Jen also has had the honor of working closely with world renowned canine aggression expert, Jim Crosby.  Over the many years of her career, Jen has been quoted in People, Good Morning America, ABC News, Washington Post,  the book “Rescued” by NY Times Bestselling Author Peter Zheutlin,  Florida Times-Union, Chicago Tribune,  and has appeared on many times in television segments about shelters and pit bulls.   Jen enjoys spending time with her rescued dogs and cats, as well as her daughter. She also enjoys visiting local wineries, the beach in Florida, and the mountains in the Carolinas.Links:Jen's book: True Tails: A Must Read Story About Dog RescueFind Jen Deane hereTheme music composed and performed by Andy Sells

PET TALK TODAY with WILL BANGURA #61. Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training to Answer your Dog and Puppy Training and Behavior Questions. In this episode, we  interview Malinda Malone and Kate Kasen of The Frontline Coalition and discuss Pet CPR and Pet First Aid. I also discuss the Top 10 Biggest Dog Training Mistakes.  Dog Training, Dog Trainer, and Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training, Will Bangura Dog Behaviorist, Dog Behaviorist.Support the show

 Season 3 Episode 5:  PET TALK TODAY: Join Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura of Phoenix Dog Training to Answer your Dog and Puppy Training and Behavior Questions. In this episode, we take the full hour to do Q and A. We discuss Potty Training, Jumping, Barking, Separation anxiety, and more. Dog Training, Dog Trainer, and Dog Behaviorist. Cat Trainer, Cat Training, Pet Trainer, Pet Training. Support the show

The weather is wonderful again and you might just want to get out to the dog park. But what precautions should you take? Is your pet right for the dog park? Robin Bennett is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and she has tips on having fun and staying safe. We're celebrating National Pet Month with Dr. Kurt Venator, Chief Veterinary Officer at Purina. We talk about Purina's commitment to the Purple Leash Project, which is helping fund rehabs so that domestic violence shelters can become pet-friendly. Steve helps listeners by phone and email.

In this episode, Mara Velez talks about the value of behavior modification as stress-reducing enrichment for shelter dogs. We discuss:The use of desensitization and counter-conditioning to help dogs learn how to appropriately interact with conspecificsThe lack of positive reinforcement training focused behavior conferences for shelters and the reasons behind itCatering behavior modification exercises to the skillset of the handlers The effectiveness of using of constructional aggression treatment (CAT) in shelter behavior modification programsShy dog adopter's guideIt's good welfare to work on behavior modification in sheltersMara's bio:Mara Velez (CPDT-KA) is the Executive Director of the Shelter Playgroup Alliance and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer.  Prior to co-founding the Shelter Playgroup Alliance, Mara spent over a decade in sheltering, including several years as a behavior and training consultant at Contra Costa Animal Services, an open-admission county shelter, where she collaboratively designed, developed, and implemented behavior program structures, including a robust volunteer training program, a behavior evaluation, and canine enrichment and playgroup guidelines.  Mara is also the executive director of Humane Dog Training Advocates a non-profit focused on owner education, which features a surrender diversion program. Mara holds bachelors and master's degrees in psychology and completed all of the course work for a doctorate in education.Links:https://www.shelterdogplay.org/https://www.shelterdogplay.org/2022-conferencehttps://www.humanedogtrainingadvocates.com/https://www.humanedogtrainingadvocates.com/webinarsShy Dog Adopter's GuideAn example of shelter dog behavior modification with positive reinforcementTheme music composed and performed by Andy Sells

This Podcast is sponsored by Better Help. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/roadtorediscoveryStephanie is the Founder of Dogpanions Dog Training, and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer, and Fear Free ProfessionalTrainer. She gives her clients tools and scientific methods to address their dog's anxiety and behavior issues, enhancing their bond, and quality of life.Stephanie breaks down the distinction between her specialty of Separation Anxiety, and Noise Phobia. She also gives us insight on what we can learn about ourselves when observing our dogs behaviors and actions. To connect with Stephanie and learn more about her work, visit www.dogpanions.com Don't forget to like her Facebook page: www.facebook.com/dogpanionsUSAYou can also follow her on Instagram: www.instagram.com/dogpanions

Suzanne Brean has been a Certified Professional Dog Trainer for than 10 years. She founded the non-profit, Dogs for Invisible Disabilities, which helps people owner-train their own Service Dog in Oregon. She developed the Canine Emergency Response Button which allows trained animals to call for help when their partner or pet parent is unresponsive. She actively continues her education, recently finishing her fist level as an Animal Aromatherapy Specialist. Her friends tease her about having the alphabet after her name. When you add all her credentials. AKC CGC Evaluator, Trick Dog Evaluator, Temperament Evaluator, APDT C.L.A.S.S. Evaluator, Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KSA), Certified Fear Free Trainer (C-FF), AASC Animal Aromatherapy Specialist Level 1, she is quite an authority!Connect with Suzanne Brean:https://www.facebook.com/dogtrainingbizhttps://www.mldtb.comhttp://dudamobile.dogsforinvisibledisabilities.com Connect with Petpix Academy: www.petpixacademy.com Get our free pet phone photography classes: https://www.petpixacademy.com/free-courses Read PetPix Academy Worl Hybrid Magazine: https://www.petpixacademy.com/magazine-giveawayCheck our petpixacadem.com

In this podcast, we are joined by Mara Velez, the Executive Director of the Shelter Playgroup Alliance and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, to dive into the topics of shelter playgroups and enrichment. In this episode, you're going to hear Emily and Mara talk about:Mara's added layer of what should be involved in enrichment, in addition to healthy, safe, and appropriateNot asking our dogs to have a coffee before going out to dinnerIf play is the only purpose of playgroups You can find the full show notes here.

Terrie Hayward Bio Terrie Hayward has an M.Ed. and is a Faculty Member of the Karen Pryor Academy (KPA), a KPA Certified Training Partner (CTP), and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Council of Professional Dog Trainers. Additionally, she is also certified in Canine Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT) and is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant with the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC). She is a member of the Pet Professional Guild, and has written articles on training for BARKS magazine, Pet Business, and Grooming Business magazine and is the author of three books: A Deaf Dog Joins the Family," co-author, “Grooming Without Stress: Safer, Quicker, Happier,” and “Your 10 Minute a Day Dog.” Terrie works with families and their animal companions, presents workshops, travels, and consults focusing on positive reinforcement interactions and modifying behavior through applications in behavior analysis.

In this episode we chat with Michelle Stern, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Family Dog Mediator,  and Certified Canine Behavior Counselor, owner of Pooch Parenting. We discuss how to safely introduce your new baby to your dog, warning signs and red flags, planning and preparing your pet for a new baby, and more! We are HUGE pet lovers here at The Newborn Nurse, and have seen that almost all of our clients are dog owners and lovers. This is an amazing episode that explains how to best welcome your new baby to your fur baby!www.poochparenting.net#dogsandnewborns #newborn #dog #poochparenting #thenewbornnurse"Although I am a nurse, I am not your medical provider, and any information from me is purely educational and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  Always consult a professional for your particular situation before making any decisions.My opinion about any product(s) is based on my personal experience and is not an endorsement about the suitability of the product (s) for your particular need." 

If you have a busy household full of cats, dogs, and other animals, keeping everyone safe and happy can feel a little stressful if you're not prepared. The trick is to come up with a solid management plan, something that this It's Training Cats and Dogs guest knows all too well. Tori Ganino, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, joins the show to share her tips for success on integrating cats and dogs into a multi-species household. Tori works with clients through her company, https://callingalldogsny.com/ (Calling All Dogs), and shares some of the advice she gives to clients in this episode. Key Moments [5:00] Tori's current cast of characters [6:35] How Si and Jeter first met [8:09] Tori's management tactics for Si and Jeter [13:29] Why Tori introduced Nimbus to the family [16:23] The management plan for Nimbus [19:04] How Tori managed meetings between Si and Nimbus [22:25] Making the leap from regimented exposures to playtime [27:08] Tori's plan of action for introducing Fisher the puppy [31:33] How to balance enrichment for four different pets [32:28] Why you should “catch them being good” [36:18] Fisher's training and enrichment plan [40:00] Why harnesses, leashes and mats are the best training tools [45:27] Why setting up a management plan is Tori's top tip for multi-species households [48:15] Why you should be careful about picking your trainer [50:22] How to watch out for your pet's happiness and quality of life Key Links https://callingalldogsny.com/ (Calling All Dogs) https://www.instagram.com/callingalldogsny/ (Calling All Dogs Instagram) https://iaabcjournal.org/from-foes-to-friends-si-jeter/ (Jeter and Si integration in IAABC journal) https://youtu.be/oGSgSMkW43Y (Fisher's interactions video) https://www.chewy.com/frisco-steel-8-panel-configurable/dp/277073 (Tori's recommended exercise pen )