Podcast appearances and mentions of colleen pelar

It's Julie's final episode! Tina is joined in giving her a sendoff by former YFD host Colleen Pelar and favorite YFD guest Zazie Todd. Tune in for a fond look back at "Your Family Dog," including its origin story, memorable episodes, and opossums behaving badly.   For show notes and more, please go to Your Family Dog.

In this insightful episode of the 'Making Ripples' podcast, hosted by Shelly Wood of the Animal Training Academy, we dive into the multifaceted world of animal training with our esteemed guest, Jess Ghali. Jess, hailing from Marulan, Australia, brings a wealth of experience from her journey in the field of animal care and training. Jess, who transitioned from aspiring to be a zookeeper to becoming a dog trainer, and eventually a specialist in nosework, shares her unique story of resilience and adaptation. We explore the highs and lows of her career, including her pivot from general administration to finding her true calling with dogs, and how the pandemic played a critical role in reshaping her professional path. This episode touches upon the emotional dimensions of animal care professions, a topic close to Jess's heart. Jess candidly discusses the challenges of compassion fatigue and burnout, issues that are sometimes overlooked in the animal care community. Her passion for addressing these emotional aspects and providing support is evident throughout the conversation. We also delve into the practical aspects of Jess's work, from her innovative 'Free Sniff Fridays' at Serenity Scent Work to her approach in managing behavioral issues in dogs through nosework. Jess highlights the therapeutic aspects of nosework, emphasizing its importance in creating a harmonious relationship between dogs and their owners. Join us for this episode of 'Making Ripples' as Jess Ghali enlightens us with her experiences, struggles, and triumphs in the realm of animal training, emphasizing the importance of empathy, understanding, and continuous learning in this ever-evolving field. Jess's journey is not just about training animals, but also about nurturing a community of compassionate and informed animal care professionals. Links Serenity Dog Training Official Website: Visit serenitydogtraining.com.au for comprehensive information about Jess Ghali's services, training programs, and her unique approach to dog training and nosework. Serenity Dog Training on Facebook: Follow Jess on Facebook for the latest updates, training tips, and community stories at Serenity Scent Work Facebook Page. Serenity Dog Training on Instagram: Get a visual glimpse into the world of Serenity Dog Training. Follow Jess's journey on Instagram at Serenity Scent Work Instagram. Serenity Scent Work on YouTube: Watch engaging videos and tutorials on nosework training by Jess at Serenity Scent Work YouTube Channel. Colleen Pelar's Podcast: Discover insightful discussions on animal training and care in Colleen Pelar's podcast. Listen to episodes featuring Jess and other experts at Colleen Pelar's Podcast.

Is it ever ok to judge yourself? When we become aware of our weaknesses, we're better able to understand where we need help, and strengthen ourselves over time. As pet care providers, we often find ourselves questioning if we're on the right path in life. Colleen Pelar shares why it's important to judge yourself while staying kind to yourself. She also walks us through how to properly grieve the loss of a dream or vision we had for our life, so we can embrace what we do have. Main topics Finding permission to be human Letting go of a vision Judging yourself Finding clarity Main takeaway: Self-judgement is a way of protecting ourselves from others' judgement. About our guest Colleen is on a mission to help pet sitters. She is helping pet professionals feel valued, supported, and energized through resilience programs designed to combat burnout and compassion fatigue. She spent 20 years helping corporations and business deal with stress overload and burn out, but is now focusing on where she started, pet professionals. She hit a wall and wants to help others avoid it. Links: Her website: www.colleenpelar.com https://www.petsitterconfessional.com/episodes/037-colleen-pelar Resilient and Thriving Pet Pros: https://www.facebook.com/colleen.pelar Buy PSC Merch Give us a call! (636) 364-8260  Follow us on: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Email us at: feedback@petsitterconfessional.com Full show notes and transcript   Sponsored by: ❤️ Our AMAZING Patreon Supporters Time to Pet Visit: https://timetopet.com/confessional Code: 50% off first 3 months Pet Sitters International Visit: https://www.petsit.com/psc Code: PSC15

Colleen Pelar comes back to Your Family Dog to join hosts Julie Fudge Smith and Tina Spring for a wide ranging discussion on choosing the right dog for you and your family. Among the topics: whether a puppy or an adult dog would best fill that canine shaped hole in your heart, and what qualities we consider essential for your family dog.    For more information and show notes: Your Family Dog Podcast

Colleen Pelar comes back to Your Family Dog to join hosts Julie Fudge Smith and Tina Spring for a wide ranging discussion on choosing the right dog for you and your family. Among the topics: whether a puppy or an adult dog would best fill that canine shaped hole in your heart, and what qualities we consider essential for your family dog.   For show notes and more please go to: Your Family Dog

“Self care is the best business plan.” That’s Colleen Pelar’s philosophy that she shares with pet care professionals in her private community and on her Unleashed podcast.By nature of being heart-centered givers and animal-lovers, those who care for our furry friends are often at risk for compassion fatigue. On top of that, the last few months have challenged all of us to develop greater resilience — and find much-needed pockets of rest amidst ongoing unrest.Big thanks to Momentum member Regina for the introduction—I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did about how to take care of ourselves, and secret superpowers animal whisperers can bring into their businesses.View show notes and resources mentioned from this episode at http://pivotmethod.com/239 »

Lauren Heath, CPPS, talked with Colleen Pelar about how she's navigating the changes coronavirus has brought to her pet-sitting business. Without discounting the very real worries she has for her business, she also said she feels more free and has learned some valuable lessons about self-care that she'll carry with her into the future. She's finding clarity about what really matters to her. https://colleenpelar.com/76

Brought to you by Time to Pet. Go to timetopet.com/confessional for 50% off your first 3 monthsTopics in this episode:Why pet sitters burn out so quicklyWhat is compassion fatigueWhat are the warning signs and what’s my first step to get helpWhat is a resilience programWhy “toughen up” isn’t helpfulListen to ColleenJoin her communityGet some coachingCheck out our Covid-19 resourcesFollow us on: Instagram, Facebook, TwitterSubscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, & TuneInGive us a call! (636) 364-8260Email us at: feedback@petsitterconfessional.com

In this episode of The Woof Meow Show from March 28th, 2020, Kate and Don have a conversation with Jennifer Shryock about keeping children and dogs safe. We believe this podcast will be especially useful to anyone called upon to supervise the interactions between a child and a dog. This podcast is not just for people with kids and dogs. Any professional that works with parents, children, and dogs can benefit from this information. Jennifer Shryock is the founder of Family Paws Parent Education and is an excellent resource for helping parents manage a home with a little human and a canine. As a mother, pet parent, teacher, and Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Jennifer knows how to help mom, dad, a child, and the dog live in harmony. In this show, we discuss the behaviors dogs need to learn to perform reliably and the fact that training a dog takes time. Prepping the dog and your home for the arrival of the baby should begin many months ahead of time. If the dog has anxiety or fear issues, working with a veterinary behaviorist may be essential and should start even earlier than training. Jennifer discusses the importance of parents learning how to familiarize themselves with carrying an infant while interacting with the dog and recommends that be done before the child ever comes home. Contact Info for Jennifer Organization: Family Paws Parent Education Address: 141 Brannigan place. Cary, NC 27511 Phone: 919.961.1608 EMAIL: jen@familypaws.com Website: https://www.familypaws.com/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/FamilyPawsParentEd/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/familypaws Instagram: #familypawsofficial Recommended Resources Free Downloadable Handouts from Family Paws Click on the title to view/download as a PDF The 5 Types of Supervision – Emphasizes the supervision of ALL child and dog interactions. Success Stations – Illustrations of how you can set up your dog for success. Milestones – A review of your baby’s developmental milestones and how they will affect interactions with your dog. Dog and Baby Safety – Basic Do’s and Don’ts in the interaction between dog and baby. Dog and Toddler Safety – Basic Do’s and Don’ts in the interaction between dog and toddler. Parent “ME” Time – Prioritizing your Sanity –Suggestions on how to make sure parents are getting quality time while adjusting to the chaos that can occur when tending to the needs of a child and a dog. Articles on Don’s Blog ( http://www.words-woofs-meows.com ) Behaviors your dog needs to know How to Choose a Dog Trainer – http://bit.ly/HowToChooseADogTrainer Reward-Based Training versus Aversives – http://bit.ly/RewardVSAversive  Alone Training – http://bit.ly/AloneTraining Teaching the ATTENTION or LOOK Behavior – http://bit.ly/GAKS-Attention Teaching The Name Game - http://bit.ly/TeachingTheNameGame What Should I Do When My Dog Does Not Let Me Take Something They Have Stolen and Snaps or Tries to Bite Me? – http://bit.ly/StealGuardGrowlSnap What Should I Do When My Dog Growls? – http://bit.ly/DogGrowls Podcasts from The Woof Meow Show ( http://bit.ly/WfMwPodcasts ) Podcast – The Benefits of Training Your Dog and 2020 Classes at Green Acres Kennel Shop – http://bit.ly/WfMw-Training2020 Podcast - How to Choose A Dog Trainer (2017) – http://www.greenacreskennel.com/blog/2017/01/08/how-to-choose-a-dog-trainer/ Podcast – Kids & Dogs with Colleen Pelar – part 1 – http://traffic.libsyn.com/woofmeowshow/WoofMeowShow-2007-02-11-LivingwithKidsDogs-part-1.mp3 Podcast – Kids & Dogs with Colleen Pelar – part 2 – http://traffic.libsyn.com/woofmeowshow/WoofMeowShow-2007-02-18-LivingwithKids-Dogs-part2.mp3 Podcast – Dogs and Babies with Jennifer Shryock from Family Paws Parent Education – http://traffic.libsyn.com/woofmeowshow/WoofMeowShow-2013-08-17-Dogs_and_Babies_w-Jennifer_Shryock_.mp3 Books A Kids’ Comprehensive Guide to Speaking Dog! by Niki Tudge – http://bit.ly/BkRvw-KidsGuide-Tudge Living with Kids and Dogs…Without Losing Your Mind: A Parent’s Guide to Controlling the Chaos by Colleen Pelar – http://bit.ly/BkRwv-LvngKidsDogs-Pelar  

* 3:05 - Colleen and Ryan talk about burn out and the high rates of it out among pet care professionals. * 6:40 – Ryan asks Colleen about compassion fatigue. * 8:40 – Ryan asks Colleen to share her story - beginning with where she learned about positive reinforcement training. * 27:35 – Colleen talks about when she began making the shift from training to diving into positive psychology. * 30:08 – Colleen talks about her current work helping pet professionals to develop stronger resilience, learn to manage their stress, and find more joy. * 31:30 – Find out more about what Colleen is doing including her work with “Unleashed Resilience” at www.colleenpelar.com  * 32:00 – Colleen offers a working definition of resilience. * 34:50 – Colleen explains what “comparingitis” is, why we need to be aware of it, and what we can do about it. * 43:00 – Ryan and Colleen talk about the importance of the use of language in framing things. * 50:10 – Colleen talks about the importance of developing quality questions. * 53:22 – Ryan and Colleen revisit how to deal with “comparingitis”. * 1:02 – What would Colleen like to see happen in the next 5-10 years in the area of mental health and the animal training world? * 1:05 – Colleen talks about Unleashed Resilience and tells people they can find out more about what she is doing at www.colleenpelar.com

Sheila Newenham, DVM, talked with Colleen Pelar about exploration. The whole world is waiting for you. Where do you want to go? What do you want to see? What can you learn from being open to new experiences? www.colleenpelar.com/55

Julie Fudge Smith, CPDT-KA, talked with Colleen Pelar about how grace begins with intention and humility. How much grace do you extend to others? How much do you give yourself? Explore some strategies for incorporating more grace into your life. www.colleenpelar.com/53

Erik Hofmeister, DVM, DACVAA, DECVAA, MA, MS, talked with Colleen Pelar about grit and how consistent effort helps pet professionals get better results than natural talent. Eager to develop your own grit? You’ll discover some simple strategies in this episode. www.colleenpelar.com/52

Kristin Buller, MA, LCSW, talked with Colleen Pelar about grief and ways pet pros navigate their own emotions and those of their colleagues and clients. www.colleenpelar.com/51

On the two-year anniversary of UNLEASHED (at work & home), the tables are turned on Colleen Pelar. Tina Spring, CPDT-KA, interviews Colleen to explore what really matters to her. https://colleenpelar.com/50

Veronica Sanchez, MEd, CABC, CPDT-KA, talked with Colleen Pelar about service and what happens when pet professionals are so busy serving others that they let their tanks run dry. www.colleenpelar.com/49

River Lee, CFMG, and Colleen Pelar discuss how pet professionals can take control of their finances for greater peace of mind and security—even on a limited income. www.colleenpelar.com/48

Grisha Stewart, MA, CPDT-KA, talked with Colleen Pelar about acceptance and the somewhat surprising truth that accepting yourself as you are is the best way to grow and change. www.colleenpelar.com/47

Becca Keiser talked with Colleen Pelar about the power of positivity—and why it should never be confused with fanciful Pollyanna thinking. www.colleenpelar.com/46

Zazie Todd, PhD, talked with Colleen Pelar about curiosity and how it primes the pump for greater intellectual and personal growth. www.colleenpelar.com/45

In this episode we discuss a wide range of topics from ziplines to Grace to teaching a dog to read! Colleen Pelar also bids farewell to Your Family Dog and introduces Tina Spring as the newest member of the Your Family Dog pack. Tina hails from Georgia and is the owner of Sit Happens Training and Behavior.   For more information please go to: Your Family Dog

Tabitha Kucera, RVT, CCBC, KPA-CTP, talked with Colleen Pelar about the yin and yang of self-care. It’s not all yoga and chocolate. www.colleenpelar.com/45

In our second episode with Judy Gladson of Victory Retrievers, Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith talk with her about how she became a breeder, as well as the highs and lows of breeding pure-bred dogs. For more information and show notes please see: Your Family Dog Podcast

Victoria Schade, CPDT-KA, talked with Colleen Pelar about how actively engaging your creativity can make downtime AND work more pleasurable. www.colleenpelar.com/43

Judy Gladson, owner of Victory Retrievers and breeder of multipurpose Flat Coated Retrievers joins Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith to discuss puppies and puppy development from a breeder's perspective. For more information and show notes please go to: Your Family Dog Podcast

Marie Holowaychuk, DVM, talked with Colleen Pelar about how boundaries help pet professionals reclaim control of their lives. www.colleenpelar.com/42

In part 2 of the series with Johanna Humbert, Executive Director of the Michiana Humane Society in Michigan City, Indiana, Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith talk about what shelters look for in adopters and what you can do to ensure that the adoption process works for you.   For show notes and links please see: Your Family Dog

Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith discuss dog parks and how best to navigate them safely with your dog.    For show notes and more information see: Your Family Dog Podcast

This week Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith discuss 5 essential cues that every dog needs to know to be a well mannered member of your family.   For show notes and more information: Your Family Dog Podcast   Julie's blogs on Loose Lead Walking

What kind of equipment should you use to train your dog? Does the type of leash you use matter? What's the difference between the various types of collars? Do you need a harness? If so what kind? Today Julie Fudge Smith and Colleen Pelar help you wade through the products and choose a few really useful items that will help you train your dog.   For show notes and more information: Your Family Dog  

Growling is your dog warning that something is wrong and he needs some help. Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith discuss what you can do when things are heading in the wrong direction for your dog.   For show notes and other information go to: Your Family Dog   Whole Dog Journal Article: 5 Steps to Deal with Dog Growling

Julie Fudge Smith and Colleen Pelar talk with Jennifer Shryock, founder of Family Paws Parent Education, about how to successfully integrate and manage kids and dogs in general, but infants and toddlers in particular.    Family Paws Parent Support Hotline: 877-247-3407 For additional information and more show notes see: Your Family Dog

Choosing the right dog trainer requires you asking the right questions so you get the trainer which best matches your goals. Julie Fudge Smith and Colleen Pelar talk about what it takes to find the best trainer for you and your best friend.   More information and show notes can be found at Your Family Dog Companion Animal Psychology article: How to Choose a Dog Trainer

House training can be the bane of every new dog owner, but it doesn't have to be! Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith discuss simple strategies for making house training easier for everyone.   For more information and show notes see: Your Family Dog Podcast

Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith have a guest this week, Mary Graham, who talks about her work with therapy dogs and what it takes for people and dogs to do and enjoy this special work.    For more information, check out the show notes at: Your Family Dog 

This week Julie Fudge Smith and Colleen Pelar talk about strategies to help your dog cope more effectively, if not happily, during visits to the Vet.    For more information go to: Your Family Dog

Are there rules for naming a dog? Are there names you might want to avoid? Whether he's a new puppy or a recently adopted adult dog, Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith discuss how to choose the right name for your canine companion. Top 100 Most Popular Male and Female Dog Names   For more show notes please go to Your Family Dog Podcast

Losing a beloved pet can be as devastating as losing a close friend, and to grieve that loss is normal and right. Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith talk about how they have dealt with the loss of their dogs and offer thoughts and suggestions that may be helpful for you and your family when the time comes to say good-bye.   Additional materials and show notes may be found at Your Family Dog

Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith talk about simple, fun games for kids to play with their dogs that will build their relationships and provide creative ways for kids and dogs to successfully interact and play together.  For additional show notes see our website: Your Family Dog Podcast Resources Puppy Training for Kids Fun & Games for a Smarter Dog, 50 Great Brain Games to Engage your Dog This week's cartoon image of the dog with basket of balls is available on cards and mugs at AnimalCentric Designs.

Do you feel as though your dog is stubborn, manipulative, purposely difficult? You are not alone! Professional dog trainers, Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith take a closer look at whether or not dogs are really obstinate, or whether there might be something else going on. Find out what might be the real cause of your dog's stubbornness. For more information, links, and show notes check out our website: Your Family Dog Podcast

Some dogs love the car, others hate it. Professional dog trainers, Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith discuss ways to help your dog love to ride in the car as well as several other scenarios where these suggestions can be used.   For more information and show notes go to: Your Family Dog Adaptil travel spray, dog-appeasing pheromone

Need a way to keep your dog busy and challenge him mentally? Professional dog trainers, Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith discuss various intelligence toys for dogs and how to use them to keep your dog happy in a variety of common situations.   For show notes with more information on intelligence toys and where to find them go to: Your Family Dog   Kong Squirrel Dude Kibble Nibble Magic Mushroom Twist N Treat Kyjen slow bowls  

No problems this week! With Thanksgiving just around the corner, Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith discuss why they are so thankful for dogs and what makes dogs man's best friend.  For more thoughts on dogs, check out the show notes on our website: Your Family Dog

Should you get a dog for the kids? Will it really teach them responsibility? Professional dog trainers, Julie Fudge Smith and Colleen Pelar talk about what needs to be considered when adding a dog to the family.  Colleen's books Living with Kids and Dogs ... Without Losing Your Mind and Puppy Training for Kids can help set your family up for success with your dog. For show notes and links, visit our website: Your Family Dog.   

Most parents encourage a child to ask the owner before they pet a dog, but did you know your child should also ask the dog? Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith teach you how to ask a dog for permission, how to know if the dog is saying yes or no, how to properly pet a pooch, and more.  For show notes, links, and other information go to: Your Family Dog Podcast  

Someone's at the door and your dog goes crazy! Julie Fudge Smith and Colleen Pelar discuss various solutions that can do to help your dog be calm when someone comes knocking.  For additional links and show notes, go to Your Family Dog Podcast  

You'll be amazed at how positive reinforcement training improves your relationship with your dog ... and your relationships with other people too. Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith talk about their own experiences with old-school, force-based methods as compared with positive reinforcement. Positive reinforcement methods focus on solutions, not problems. These techniques make you and your dog a team, not opponents, and they are family friendly because they don't increase the risk of aggression. Companion Animal Psychology's article:

We think of Halloween as a night of fun, but it might not be so much fun for our dogs. In this episode, Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith discuss How to tell whether your dog is enjoying, tolerating, or trying to end an interaction Common canine stress signals Strategies for making the evening more enjoyable for your dog. For More information see: Your Family Dog  

Halloween can be a scary holiday for dogs. In this episode, Julie Fudge Smith and Colleen Pelar discuss the importance of socialization and why dogs can be a bit unnerved by the sights and sounds of Halloween. For more information and show notes go to: Your Family Dog Podcast

Family meals can be challenging with dogs in the house. Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith offer several suggestions for managing family mealtime. For more information and show notes see: Your Family Dog Podcast