Enlightened By Dogs: Living with Cooperation, Not Obedience
309 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 73 ratingsWelcome to our podcast where we dog moms discuss modern, enlightened dog parenting! Each week, we’ll take a dive deep into the human-dog connection and explore strategies that will inspire you to create connection and cooperation with your dog...no obedience training needed!
We meet up at the intersection where training and behavior meet Heart and Soul...and where we leave behind the 'power over' obedience training paradigm we inherited and lead the way to an enlightened 'power with' approach. Join us for an inspirational and educational journey as we explore what living in cooperative partnership with our beautiful dogs looks like in real life.
Brilliant Partners are kind, loving, calm, clear, confident, and cooperative ... and when WE learn how to be a Brilliant Partner, our dogs do too.
Kathy Kawalec is an author, writer, the founder of Dancing Hearts Dog Academy and creator of the Brilliant Partners Academy, The Foundation Formula, Herding Partners Academy, and Creative Alchemy Passion Plan.
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EBD057 Bad Advice from Your Brain
June 17, 2019 08:00 - 24 minutes - 36 MBThe safe, calm and happy storm continues on this week’s episode of Enlightened By Dogs! Kathy is loving the topic, and has decided to go deeper into the way we think about it and how badly we resist when we’re first exposed to new things! Why do we automatically dismiss things that could be so helpful to us? Why do we find reasons to keep doing the same thing instead of making a change? She explores those questions and more as she unfolds the roles of the primitive mind, as well as the execu...
EBD056 The Arousal Protocol for Dogs
June 10, 2019 08:00 - 23 minutes - 35.2 MBSafe, calm and happy. Last week’s talk with Sue Mimm brought up the idea that the more time we spend safe, calm and happy, the safer, calmer and happier we’ll be! It sounds simple and logical enough, so why are we in a constant battle with ourselves and our dogs to be happy? Kathy takes us deeper into the topic this week, and sheds light on a few key elements we might be missing, as well as what safe, calm and happy actually means to our dogs. What makes them feel safe? What calms them? W...
EBD055 The Science of Safety with Sue Mimm
June 03, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 99.7 MBHave you ever wondered about the science behind what we do as brilliant partners? We strive to live in harmony with our dogs, and do our best to create an environment that’s safe, calm and happy for them! Today Kathy welcomes Sue Mimm to Enlightened By Dogs to discuss the intriguing Polyvagal Theory. Introduced by Dr. Stephen Porges in 1994, the Polyvagal Theory surrounds the school of thought that we have different pathways through the brain which determines our response stress, anxiety and...
EBD054 Rescue Rehab - Maya’s Story
May 27, 2019 08:00 - 19 minutes - 29.8 MBWhen Kathy heard about Maya, she felt compelled to see what this little Border Collie was all about. Maya needed a home to call her own with someone who could communicate on her level. She found that home, and that person with Kathy. She also found a bunch of other dog friends, and some interesting reactions to them! Maya’s story is one filled with excitement, a willingness to learn and an eagerness to work. But it wasn’t without challenges. Tune in to this episode of Enlightened By Dogs to ...
EBD053 Relationships Fail Without These 3 Social Needs!
May 20, 2019 08:00 - 23 minutes - 35 MBWhat does your dog want more than anything else in the world? Even though we’re completely different species, there are some core things we have in common with our dogs. While we want the same things out of life for the most part, the trick lies in being able to communicate those things to one another. Often, we see our dogs effort to communicate as misbehaving or acting out, when really, they are just trying desperately to be heard. Are you recognizing your dog’s signs? Are you respectin...
EBD052 Plan to Be Successful at Dog Trials and Competitions
May 13, 2019 08:00 - 23 minutes - 34.6 MBTrials and competitions with our dogs can be really exhilarating and exciting events! But, a great many of us make big mistakes while preparing for the big day! With so much pressure mounting as the trial approaches, we as dog lovers tend to take an ambitious approach to the whole process, but what if that’s putting a strain on the relationship you’ve formed with your dog? How good can competing be if all of the fun gets sucked out of it? It’s very possible to have a blast while prepping for...
EBD051 Are We Causing Our Dogs Stress, Anxiety and Reactivity?
May 06, 2019 08:00 - 22 minutes - 33.9 MBAre we forcing our dogs into our crazy, overwhelmed, stressed out lifestyle instead of letting them do what they do best? Dogs are in our lives for a very important reason: They’re our friends. They’re here to enjoy our company and share precious moments with us. They’re great at having fun, relaxing, and adventuring, and they love to include us in it! But what if our rat race lifestyle is keeping our dogs away from the activities they enjoy? Are we really doing them a favor by being so fran...
EBD050 Who is responsible for this?
April 29, 2019 08:00 - 16 minutes - 24.5 MBEver wondered who is responsible for your partnership? What does a brilliant partnership look like? That’s exactly what Kathy discusses in this episode of Enlightened by Dogs. Habits can be hard to break and our host recommends we break them fast as to not allow unwanted behavior or habits to continue. We have to stop putting our dogs in the position to behave “badly” and stop our reactions to it. If you do what you’ve always done, you’ll get what you’ve always got. Listen for: How do we...
EBD049 Faster and Easier Partnership with Baby Steps
April 22, 2019 06:00 - 12 minutes - 20.1 MBDid you know the smaller baby steps you take the quicker you are to attain your goals? In this episode Kathy discusses the comfort zone that exists for us and our dogs. We can learn how to be good role models, loving leaders who are able to set appropriate boundaries. When we do this our dogs are much happier and blossom. When we take huge steps toward our goal, which is outside of our comfort zone, often we backslide and diminish confidence for both ourselves and our dogs Setting our...
EBD048 Safe, Calm and Happy - A Stress Reset
April 15, 2019 08:00 - 18 minutes - 28.6 MBHave you noticed that you and your dog(s) need a bit of a stress reset? What does relaxed and happy look like in our everyday life? In this episode, Kathy shares how to identify where you and your dog are happy, what increases your stress, and the importance of living in the safe, calm, happy zone. Making sure our needs are met, as well as our dog’s needs, allows more fruitful communication. How long does it take for cortisol (stress hormone) to be flushed from (yours and your dog’s) the ...
EBD047 The Truth About Treats in Dog Training
April 08, 2019 08:00 - 27 minutes - 40.5 MBWelcome to the Enlightened by Dogs podcast hosted by the passionate and informative Kathy Kawalec. Each week Kathy will bring great stories, tips, and strategies to help you build a better relationship with your dog. Dogs are socially intelligent parts of our family group and so we must treat them as such. In this episode, Kathy tackles the importance of building partnership relationships with our dogs and plays a clip from the Q & A portion of her workshop. Question: “You talked about tra...
EBD046 Partnership and the Social Intelligence of Dogs
April 01, 2019 08:00 - 20 minutes - 31.3 MBWelcome to the Enlightened by Dogs podcast hosted by Kathy Kawalec. This host is very passionate and has a heart of gold. During this weekly podcast about dogs and dog enthusiasts, you will hear great tips and strategies on how to carry out a brilliant partnership with your dog. In this episode, Kathy plays a clip from the Partnership Workshop she taught. Kathy discusses social intelligence (something we share with our dogs), the partnership lifestyle -- what it means and why it’s so impo...
EBD045 Reactive Dog Case Study - A Journey of Courage and Heart
March 25, 2019 08:00 - 35 minutes - 51.5 MBWelcome to the Enlightened by Dogs podcast hosted by Kathy Kawalec. During this episode, Kathy presents a segment of an interview with one of the member’s of Brilliant Partners Academy, Kelly. Kelly’s dog, Merle was an extremely reactive dog and in this interview, Kelly and Kathy describe how the partnership approach was administered and worked in soothing his behavior. In this episode, you will hear life-changing advice for both you and your dog! Listen for more: Kelly and Merle’s backs...
EBD044 Leadership Is Love
March 18, 2019 08:00 - 28 minutes - 41.6 MBLeadership, in the positive dog training world, is the most misunderstood concept of all ... to the detriment of our dogs Welcome to the Enlightened by Dogs podcast hosted by Kathy Kawalec. This weekly podcast about dogs focuses on our partnerships and relationships with our dogs as emotional, intelligent beings who are part of our family group. Along the way, Kathy will give you strategies that will inspire within the realm of positive dog training. In this episode, Kathy delivers a pa...
Encore! Trust Changed Everything for My Anxious Reactive Dog Remastered
March 14, 2019 08:00 - 55 minutes - 78.3 MBWelcome to the Enlightened by Dogs podcast hosted by the illuminating Kathy Kawalec. Enlightened by Dogs focuses on the human-dog connection and our becoming partners with our dogs. You will be given strategies that will inspire you. In this episode Kathy speaks with a good friend Deb Bauer regarding trust and trustworthiness. Deb is an amazing woman who runs the program Both Ends of the Leash giving dogs a second chance in a very special and unique way. Deb is an expert in dog behavior, hol...
EBD043 Misunderstood Dogs Begging for Love
March 11, 2019 08:00 - 26 minutes - 39.1 MBWelcome to the Enlightened by Dogs Podcast hosted by Kathy Kawalec. This is a podcasts about dogs that focuses on the human-dog connection and working together through partnership. In this episode Kathy discusses listening--receiving information from our dogs. Listen for strategies that will inspire. If you’ve had the thought that your dog is stubborn, won’t listen, doesn’t care about what you’re asking them to do . . . today’s episode will help solve those problematic thoughts. Today Kathy ...
Encore! Rescue Dog Rehab: Desperate to Brilliant Remastered
March 07, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 89.8 MBWelcome to the Enlightened by Dogs podcast hosted by Kathy Kawalec. This dog podcast is all about the human-dog connection and partnership we share with our dogs. In this episode, Kathy has a very special guest, Sue who is a dog behaviorist. When Sue adopted Charlie, a rescue dog, and saw his behavior issues, she realized she needed to have more information about dogs. Training and behavior meet heart and soul. Listen to find out more on Sue and Charlie’s inspirational and educational ...
EBD042 The REAL Lessons from Distracted Dogs
March 04, 2019 09:00 - 25 minutes - 38 MBWelcome to the Enlightened by Dogs podcast with Kathy Kawalec. In this episode, Kathy shares some difficult lessons she dealt with in the area of distractions with her own dogs. (Building upon last weeks lesson, which you can listen to here.) She gives a small back story regarding difficult trialing and fielding with young dogs who are not typically consistent. Kathy shares a personal experience that ultimately strengthened the bond of partnership between Kathy and her dogs. Listen to fin...
EBD041 My Dog Gets Distracted!
February 25, 2019 09:00 - 20 minutes - 30.7 MBWelcome to the Enlightened by Dogs podcast. In this episode, Kathy discusses the issue of our dogs being distracted, unfocused, and failing to listen. It is frustrating and difficult when we encounter this behavioral concern, but it is a common problem and you are not alone. Kathy compares the difficulty level of humans to keep focused. Typically we expect our dogs to pick up the slack for us. When this does not occur we can become frantic. But, there is a simple piece that we often forget...
EBD040 What to Do When Your Dog is Barking and Running the Fence with the Dog Next Door
February 18, 2019 09:00 - 15 minutes - 23.4 MBIn this episode, Kathy discusses the issue of our dogs running the fence line, barking frantically. Kathy shares a clip of one of her coaching sessions, from her Brilliant Partners Academy program, with Claire who struggled with her dog lunging, running and barking along the fence line at the neighbor’s dog. She talks about the disconnection between us and our dogs at that point and what we can do to get the connection back. Claire has successfully been able to stop her dog from doing the...
EBD039 Stuck Inside with Your Stir Crazy Dog? Do This
February 11, 2019 07:00 - 21 minutes - 31.4 MBIn this episode, Kathy explains how being trapped in the house because of extreme winter or summer can strengthen the bond between you and your dog. It is also the perfect teaching opportunity to work with your dogs’ impulse control. What does this mean? It means taking a mindful and calm attentive responsiveness to our relationships with our dogs. Being locked up with your dog is actually a great opportunity! Your dog can learn how to let you, their partner: Calm them Mindful actio...
EBD038 Your Dog is Designed For Partnership!
February 04, 2019 07:00 - 19 minutes - 29.2 MBThere is no one on this planet who knows how important a dog is in your life like dog enthusiast Kathy Kawalec of the Enlightened by Dogs Podcast. Just like you, Kathy sees a kindred spirit, a sentient being, a heart and a soul when she looks into the eyes of a dog. Our host makes no bones about her opinion that partnership with our dogs is much better than simply training them. Partnership is based on a deep trusting connection and it’s this connection that breeds the behavior that we want ...
EBD037 Why Dog Training Is Failing
January 28, 2019 07:00 - 22 minutes - 33.5 MBKathy starts out this episode with a personal thanks to listener CarolC64 who left a rating and heartfelt comment on the last episode. Our host reminds us that any person who rates or comments can be featured on future episodes as a shout out! In this episode of Enlightened by Dogs podcast Kathy gets passionate and serious about the biggest myths in dog training: Training makes our lives better Excessive training confuses our dogs The dogs will try hard to make the correct choices or m...
EBD036 What Is The Best Approach to Rehab a Reactive Dog?
January 21, 2019 07:00 - 16 minutes - 25.7 MBSweet and soulful Kathy Kawalec, Dog Lover Extraordinaire, wants you to have the best relationship possible with your dog and she is here to help! Kathy appreciates her followers by answering their questions, providing goodies, and giving personal on-air thanks! She wants all trainers, dog owners, anyone who spends an abundant amount of time in a relationship with a dog to build a deep, meaningful relationship, because she believes that dogs connect us to what matters most in the world. In...
EBD035 Building Trust in Distracted and Reactive Dogs
January 14, 2019 07:00 - 25 minutes - 37.8 MBDoes your distracted or reactive dog make you absolutely crazy sometimes? Distracted and Reactive dogs often behave in a way that makes us nervous or afraid ... and unable to go places where there are other dogs ... or unable to trust our dogs off leash. Do you find yourself getting frustrated with the way they behave? Well, you’re not alone, and that doesn’t have to be your reality! Distracted behavior and reactivity can be resolved by establishing a deep connection with your dog based ...
EBD034 Attention Seeking and Separation Anxiety in Dogs
January 07, 2019 07:00 - 15 minutes - 23.5 MBThere’s a common mistake that we make with our dogs and it involves attention seeking behaviours and separation anxiety! Tag along on this episode and listen in to a question and answer session Kathy hosted with her Brilliant Partners Academy members! Kathy covers obsessive and compulsive attention seeking behaviours, and what to do when you have a hard time leaving your dog when you go away! In This Episode Fully integrating your dog into the family Connecting deeply to create a be...
EBD033 Your Blue Ribbon Formula for Success
December 31, 2018 07:00 - 25 minutes - 37.2 MBDreaming big, being consistent and taking action toward your goals are just some of the things that successful people do, but it’s not the complete picture! Kathy is sharing her EXACT formula that she and her dog used to be standing at the post as a National Sheep Dog finalist, 1 of the top dog teams in North America. There are 5 steps to take on the path to greatness and joy and although it’s not easy, with consistent baby steps, you’ll be able to achieve the things and feelings you wish to...
EBD032 Make Life Great Again
December 24, 2018 07:00 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MBIt’s the time of year when Kathy reflects on the days that have passed, and looks to the future to make it even brighter and more enjoyable. She’s got something big in the works for a small group of people in 2019, and is giving us a sneak peek at what it’s going to be! Kathy also gives us the framework to having a great life in this episode. No big deal! She just lays it all out in front of us and explains how each piece works toward giving you a happier day, week, month, year and eventuall...
EBD031 Your Mental Clutter is Killing Your Relationship with Your Dog
December 17, 2018 07:00 - 17 minutes - 24.2 MBMental Clutter, limiting beliefs and the power of the conscious mind are today’s big topics on Enlightened By Dogs! Kathy knows exactly what happens when you allow mental clutter to build up, and she wants to help you clear it out! In this episode, Kathy shares her wisdom and insight surrounding thoughts that can hold you back, make you unhappy or even damage great relationships, and how you can change that programming in order to live a happier, healthier, more fulfilling life! Take back yo...
EBD030 How To Accelerate Your Dog Training Goals
December 10, 2018 07:00 - 22 minutes - 31.2 MBThere is a way to accelerate your dog training goals, and it’s easier than you may think! Being grateful for what we already have and where we are right now in the journey can make the process of moving forward a lot more enjoyable (and faster!) but there are also a few little things that I’m excited to share with you about how to accelerate your progress when it comes to reaching those ambitious training goals! In This Episode Being grateful for where will help take us to where we wa...
EBD029 How I Taught My Dog To Pee In The House
December 03, 2018 07:00 - 21 minutes - 29.6 MBIf we’re not willing to laugh at ourselves sometimes, things won’t be that great! In this episode I confess that I taught my dog to pee in the house! It wasn’t done purposefully, and it took an alarming amount of attempts from Sue to show me the error of my ways! What I thought was a loving glance from my beautiful dog, and a connection we shred staring into each other’s eyes was actually her telling me that she needed to go! It wasn’t the most obvious of signs, and once I figured it out, Su...
EBD028 5 Simple Strategies for A Happy Dog Life
November 26, 2018 07:00 - 18 minutes - 25.3 MBIf you have a dog, there’s a chance you enjoy both the companionship, and the challenges. But what happens when you encounter obstacles that threaten happiness for the both of you? In this episode Kathy is sharing her tips and insights on how to create a deeply happy and thriving partnership with your dogs In This Episode Collaborating with your dog to solve problems Paying attention to your intention Learning from your dog Approaching the world with a beginner’s mind Being a ...
EBD027 Using The Power of Intentional Gratitude to Have A Brilliant Relationship with Your Dog
November 19, 2018 07:00 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MBMore and more listeners are tuning in to the show! As a thank you, Kathy is sharing her gratitude practice with you. It’s been proven that gratitude is shown to have a positive impact psychologically, socially and physiologically, and so there are perks to putting a gratitude practice into action. Especially when it can create a great relationship between you and your dog! Kathy takes you through her step by step guide to gratitude, and teaches you how to create a permanent imprint for those...
A Love Letter To My Dogs
November 12, 2018 07:00 - 10 minutes - 14.2 MBIt’s important to reconnect and stay in touch with what really matters most. In this episode, I read a love letter from my heart to my dogs. I also invite you to share what you would say in a letter to your dog! In This Episode Spreading the message that our dogs are amazing A letter to my dogs, from my heart to your ears Aspiring to be the kind of person your dog needs most What would you write in a letter to your dogs? “I hope it inspires you to get in touch with what you...
EBD025 The Language Of Partnership with Your Dog
November 05, 2018 07:00 - 21 minutes - 29.1 MBWe’re talking about the single most powerful and effective dog training tool available. Do you know what it is? Communication. Our communication, both verbal and non-verbal, has so much power to create amazing and functional relationships. But without using the right language for you and your dog: accomplishing anything is impossible! This episode goes into the brilliance and power of using communication to build a strong and healthy partnership with your dog. In This Episode What exa...
EBD024 The Hidden Agenda of Misbehaving Dogs
October 29, 2018 06:00 - 18 minutes - 28.5 MBWhy does your dog jump up on guests? Why do they chase sheep (or cars) without any regard to the rules? Why do they refuse to lie down when you want them to? It could be that they have their own secret agenda! More likely is that they need help from you and can’t seem to get it! Listen in and find out why your dog is misbehaving, and how you can finally solve your frustrations! In This Episode The challenges and frustrations we experience with our dogs Our dog’s secret agenda How ...
EBD023 6 Words Your Dog Needs To Hear Today
October 22, 2018 06:00 - 18 minutes - 28.3 MBThere are 6 words that change the lives of professional athletes, children, lovers, friends and yes: even our beloved dogs! In this episode we talk about what those words are, and why they have such a profound impact on both the person saying them, and the one hearing them! In This Episode Dogs under pressure 6 words that change everything How do they apply to the world of dogs? “Well intentioned dog enthusiasts put all sorts of pressure on their dogs” “Was I the dog equiva...
EBD022 Law of Attraction and Fearful Dogs
October 15, 2018 06:00 - 14 minutes - 22.9 MBIt all starts with the best of intentions. We all want what’s best for our dog, but it’s inevitable that your dog will be afraid of something. Once you find what it is, how do you go about handling it? This episode is all about using the Law of Attraction, and a few key concepts to navigate fear without damaging the trust you and your dog share! In This Episode Universal Law Attracting scary monsters Raven and the water monster More trust, less fuss Key concepts “Just say...
EBD021 Profound Understanding and Communication with Dogs
October 08, 2018 06:00 - 18 minutes - 27.4 MBHave you ever had one of those life experiences with your dog that will help you be a better person, but makes you frustrated in the moment? Such is life with dogs! Partnership is about ever-increasing levels of good communication. Getting deeper into understanding and what I call the ‘dialog loop’ is what this episode is about. It's filled with tips and examples on how to accomplish this feat! In This Episode What can trip us up with our dogs The process of acquiring profound under...
From Pennies To Riches with Our Dogs
October 01, 2018 06:00 - 18 minutes - 27.3 MBWould you step over a $10 bill to pick up a penny? It’s unlikely, but what if that penny were the beginning of a trail to unimaginable riches. That’s the premise of today’s episode of Enlightened By Dogs. Kathy takes us through some of the stories of her Brilliant Partners, and the deeply rooted successes they are having with their dogs! In This Episode The Penny Trail Sally’s tale and tears of joy Jane’s coaching take away Helen’s subtle shift Jennifer’s quick note Brillian...
EBD019 How to Be Your Dog’s Superhero
September 24, 2018 06:00 - 25 minutes - 38.1 MBDo you ever feel like you need superpowers to manage everything in your life? This episode goes deep into how to be our dog’s superhero! We fulfill the role as a parent, a teacher, a coach, a dog partner in activities that we do together, like dog sports, therapy, and work. We are our dog’s friend and companion, and we are our dogs' student. That is a lot of hats to wear! There is a lot of complexity to our relationship with our dogs, and I think that complexity is one of the reasons...
EBD018 Trust Changed Everything for My Anxious Reactive Dog
September 17, 2018 06:00 - 54 minutes - 74.3 MBTrust and trustworthiness is on Kathy’s mind today, and Deb Bauer is here to talk about it. Deb is an amazing woman who is contributing to the world of dogs on so many levels. She’s an expert on dog behaviour, as well as holistic healings. She runs a Program called Both Ends of The Leash, where shelter dogs get a second chance in a very unique way. She shares her story of giving up control, and giving rr dog a reason to trust her. In This Episode Shocking reactions to puppy class Tr...
EP017 What To Do When Your Dog Is Distracted
September 10, 2018 06:00 - 18 minutes - 25.9 MBToday Kathy talks about getting distracted. Your dog gets distracted, you get distracted: this episode covers why it happens and what we can do about it. Over the past 30 years, lots of dogs have visited here at my farm for life skills training, behavior transformation, herding training and more. There is LOTS of distraction. Oh, the smells and sights on a farm! If the critters themselves weren't distracting enough ... there's the sheep poop…the horse poop…the chicken poop…it’s heavenly f...
EBD016 Rescue Dog Rehab: Desperate to Brilliant
September 04, 2018 18:59 - 1 hour - 86.7 MBSue is a dog behaviorist with a story to tell! When she first took Charlie home, he was shy and playful. Out of nowhere he became fearful of almost everything. Conversely, he also chased animals of all sizes!! He was like Jekyll and Hyde! He was the star of his training classes, but in the outside world? He was a completely different story. In This Episode Charlie’s unexpected fearful side Trying everything and getting nowhere Charlie finds a farm and sheep - and life falls apart ...
EBD015 Dog Training Fail - Trading Away What You Want Most
August 27, 2018 06:00 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBDo you need your dog to down/stay on a mat? Or are you willing to exchange that for something much more amazing? Today’s episode goes deep into what we truly desire from our dog’s behavior, and why we might be taking a more difficult approach than necessary. Listen in as Kathy takes is through the process to trading away the things we truly want, for the things we want right now. In This Episode Why we dog enthusiasts have dogs in our lives Trading what you want right now, for...
EBD014 Reactive Dog Transformation - Cindy Shares Her Story
August 20, 2018 06:00 - 1 hour - 83.2 MBA reactive dog can be a heartbreaking situation for someone who has big goals. Especially when that dog is supposed to be an agility superstar and ends up biting someone out of fear. What do you do when something serious happens? How do you turn that around? Cindy joins Kathy on this episode of Enlightened By Dogs to share Lyric’s story of trust, and triumph! In This Episode A dream that turned into a reactive nightmare When all of the typical things don’t work, what am I supposed t...
EBD013 Enlightened By Dogs Q&A with Kathy Kawalec
August 13, 2018 06:00 - 26 minutes - 35.9 MBDo I engage with my dog all day long while they’re awake? What triggers the behaviours you don’t want your dog to have? Kathy answers these questions and more in a Q&A she hosted online! She also gives you the opportunity to jump in on a very special offer she has going on right now! In This Episode Live Q&A The clarity chart Cleaning up our life with our dogs “Having a high level of trust and confidence changes everything” “Just like us, our dogs have their own life” “Wh...
#012 Soul Love And A Dog: Interview with Teresa Bitner
August 06, 2018 06:00 - 50 minutes - 35.6 MBGrief, growth, love and life are on tap today as the author of Soul Love, Teresa Bitner is joining Kathy on today’s episode of Enlightened By Dogs! The book is about how a dog taught Teresa and her sons how to live, love and breathe again after their family is struck by tragedy. In This Episode: Teresa starts the life of her dreams and having it change in a flash, and writing about it Finding Hans, and how he helped the family heal Perspective and tips on coping, and the stages of...
EBD011 The Main Thing - Why Do You Have A Dog?
July 30, 2018 06:00 - 21 minutes - 16.6 MBThe Main Thing in this episode is why do you have a dog? Is it to have that perfect pet? Or is it to have a best friend and companion to experience life with? Sometimes we go down the rabbit hole of thinking that our dogs need to be compliant when in actuality, there are far more important things to garner from a relationship with our dogs! In This Episode Losing sight of the main thing and how it can happen to the best of us Why do you have dogs in your life? Meeting our dog wher...
EBD 010 The #1 Mistake That Sabotages Your Dog’s Recall
July 23, 2018 06:00 - 14 minutes - 11 MBThis dog training mistake puts your dog in danger and is likely to cause you to feel frustrated when your dog won't come when you call. Yet, dog lovers make this recall mistake over and over - and it's so easy to fix! Your dog’s recall and response are super important to building a solid and loving relationship between you both. So much rides on your dog’s willingness to listen to you, and their desire to do so! From the 95% rule, to the right type of invitation, and from militar...