Pandemic Puppy Podcast
40 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsThe admin team of the Pandemic Puppy Facebook Group and Journey Dog Training is bringing you a puppy raising podcast. From selecting a puppy to tackling common behavior problems, we're here to help. Your host is Kayla Fratt, owner of Journey Dog Training and Certified Behavior Consultant. She's raising her FIRST puppy while hosting the podcast.
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Episodes
Raising Toy Breed Puppies with Amber Quann
November 19, 2021 21:44 - 29 minutes - 45.7 MBIn this episode of Pandemic Puppy, Kayla speaks with Amber Quann about raising toy breed puppies. What are the differences between raising a toy breed puppy vs a larger size? Easier on the wallet Need to be creative on training and reinforcement strategies as they can’t eat as much Curate safe interactions that prevent potential injuries such as other dogs running them over by accident, getting on and off furniture, etc. Ensure you don’t bubble wrap your dog Prepare emergency scenarios...
Introducing Puppies and Cats
November 12, 2021 21:07 - 15 minutes - 27.7 MBIn this episode of Pandemic Puppy, Kayla discusses introducing your puppy to cats. Everything depends on the personality of your puppy and your cat Set up the environment for success: hiding places, elevation for cats; baby gates, leashes Ensure puppy is well-exercised but not overtired/cranky Younger puppies adapt more quickly/easily: with MOST really young puppies and many cats, you can allow for supervised interaction pretty quickly Breed will vary for dogs - if your breed is more l...
How to Support Undersocialized Puppies
November 05, 2021 11:28 - 18 minutes - 32.5 MBIn this episode of Pandemic Puppy, Kayla discusses undersocialized puppies. How do you know your puppy may be undersocialized? This will vary per dog depending on breed and personality, as some breeders are generally more reserved than others Puppy history is important to consider. Hoarding or parvo puppies are usually very undersocialized It’s normal for your puppy to startle around new things or to be a little shy, but it’s not normal for extreme reactions such as urinating or trem...
Teaching Puppies to Relax (Aka Installing an Off Switch)
October 29, 2021 11:26 - 14 minutes - 24.9 MBIn this episode of Pandemic Puppy, Kayla discusses teaching your puppy to relax! How can you get your puppy to relax? First things first, you need to meet your puppy’s needs! Make sure they are getting enough rest Pay for what you like! If they lay down at your feet, reward them for it with a chew, which will help build duration. Be cautious of rewarding too heavily because they may start offering other behavior for rewards Set up the environment for success. Utilize the puppy pen w...
Mythbusting, Part 3
October 22, 2021 11:51 - 1 hour - 110 MBThis episode is a re-post from Canine Conversations. Enjoy and stay tuned for new Pandemic Puppy Episodes soon!
Mythbusting, Part 2
October 15, 2021 11:49 - 59 minutes - 71 MBThis episode is a re-post from Canine Conversations. Enjoy and stay tuned for new Pandemic Puppy Episodes soon!
Mythbusting, Part 1
October 08, 2021 12:44 - 31 minutes - 37.4 MBThis episode is a re-post from Canine Conversations. Enjoy and stay tuned for new Pandemic Puppy Episodes soon!
Hot Takes, Part 3 (NOT GOODBYE)
October 01, 2021 11:41 - 1 hour - 143 MBThis episode is a re-post from the Canine Conversations Podcast. Never fear, the goodbyes to Ursa do not have anything to do with the Pandemic Puppy Podcast!
Hot Takes, Part 2
September 24, 2021 11:40 - 1 hour - 156 MBThis episode is a re-post from the Canine Conversations Podcast. Enjoy!
Hot Takes, Part 1
September 17, 2021 11:37 - 1 hour - 152 MBThis episode is a re-post from the Canine Conversationst Podcast. Enjoy the hot takes!
Fall Pandemic Puppy: Coming Soon!
September 10, 2021 11:35 - 3 minutes - 5.57 MBKayla shares a brief update message about upcoming Pandemic Puppy Episodes. If you want to suggest a topic or guest, email [email protected] or message @collies.without.borders on Instagram. Cheers!
Pausing the Pandemic Puppy Podcast
August 11, 2021 16:56 - 2 minutes - 4.44 MBHey all, I've got some bad news: I have to pause the Pandemic Puppy Podcast until October. My field season with K9 Conservationists is all-consuming and I simply can't keep up! I plan to be back in your earbuds in the fall, stay tuned. Miss you lots.
Traveling with Your Puppy
July 17, 2021 17:03 - 19 minutes - 29.1 MBIn this episode of Pandemic Puppy, Kayla discusses the basics of traveling with a puppy and her timeline for helping Niffler learn to travel. You can support the Pandemic Puppy Podcast by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/pandemicpuppy. Get extra help with your puppy through Journey Dog Training’s Puppy Raising Blueprint Course. Join the free Pandemic Puppy Raising Support Group on Facebook.
How to Avoid Losing Your Puppy (And Get Them Back if Lost)
June 27, 2021 19:42 - 18 minutes - 32.4 MBIn this episode of Pandemic Puppy, Kayla discusses what to do if you lose your dog and the best ways to try and prevent it from happening. What are the best ways to prevent losing your puppy? Have your puppy microchipped Have a collar with an ID tag when out or if they are a flight risk Ensure your puppy is contained securely Situational awareness is important! Have your puppy on leash when needed GPS collars are great! Have your dog in high visibility items in the event they get ...
Leash Skills for Puppies
June 18, 2021 12:11 - 18 minutes - 32.6 MBIn this episode of Pandemic Puppy, Kayla discusses leash skills for you and your puppy! It’s not entirely necessary for your dog to walk perfectly on leash Pulling will always be self reinforcing, so it can take a lot of patience and persistence to teach loose leash walking Your equipment wont teach your dog what to do, you will teach your dog what to do You can teach your dogs to pull on certain equipment and not to pull on other equipment, if it is of benefit to you To start, you ...
Dealing with Chewing in Puppies
June 11, 2021 10:24 - 29 minutes - 49.2 MBIn this episode of Pandemic Puppy, Kayla discusses chewing and everything you need to know about managing it! Chewing is essential for behavior wellness, but thankfully the chewing habits will change over time. There are some great ways to manage chewing to make it a little more easier to deal with How to manage chewing: Make sure you are meeting your puppy’s needs! Puppy proof! Don’t give your puppy a chance to chew things that would hurt them Give LOTS of options: antlers, bully stick...
Exercise and Puppies with Dr. Leslie Eide
June 04, 2021 17:12 - 54 minutes - 89.2 MBIn this episode of Pandemic Puppy, Kayla and Dr. Leslie Eide discuss exercise and puppies. They cover everything you need to know about exercising your puppy! Why are people so worried about exercise for puppies? Too much of the wrong type of exercise could affect development Being proactive is good, but its important not to overdo it. Not everything will hurt your puppy, but at the same time, it’s important to do research on how to observe your puppy’s activity and movement What acti...
Potty Training Basics for Puppies
May 28, 2021 11:16 - 25 minutes - 42.9 MBIn this episode of Pandemic Puppy, Kayla discusses potty training. Potty training is one of the most difficult parts of puppy raising, but it is so important. Whether you’re a dog trainer or new to the dog guardian world, potty training can be difficult! Kayla covers the best way to go about potty training. Sparks note on setting your puppy up for success with potty training: Young puppies need to go out every 20-30 minutes In general, puppies can hold their bladder for as many hours as ...
Puppy Culture and Puppy Development with Jane Lindquist
May 21, 2021 16:45 - 1 hour - 115 MBIn this episode of Pandemic Puppy, Kayla and Jane Lindquist of Puppy Culture discuss developmental stages in puppies! They cover fear periods, teething, increases in confidence, changes in energy level, and more! Links Mentioned in the Episode Puppy Culture Sniff Spot The Teenage Brain When Pigs Fly Another Piece of the Puzzle Madcap University: Puppy Culture You can support the Pandemic Puppy Podcast by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/pandemicpuppy. Get extra help with your pupp...
Puppy Adventure Preparation with Amber Quann
May 14, 2021 11:19 - 1 hour - 91 MBToday we’re talking to Amber Quann of Summit Dog Training about preparing your puppy for ADVENTURES! Amber is the owner & head trainer of Summit Dog Training in Fort Collins, Colorado. She focuses on getting her clients out doing awesome outdoor adventures with their dogs! With her own dogs, she enjoys hiking, backpacking, camping, paddleboarding, and brewery visits! Her current adventure buddy is Jameson the Papillon, who is learning how to be a great hiking and camping companion! This po...
Dealing with the Puppy Blues with Marissa Martino
May 07, 2021 11:50 - 59 minutes - 97.5 MBIn this episode of Pandemic Puppy, Kayla and Marissa Martino discuss puppy blues. They cover what it is, why it happens, and what you can do about it! What is puppy blues? Negative feels about having your puppy Sadness, regret, guilt, etc. Why does this happen? Lack of sleep/interrupted sleep Lack of schedule If you have too high expectations Comparing a puppy to a previous dog or a different dog How can we give ourselves grace? Having the right mindset. You will do the best t...
Lessons from Raising Service Dog Puppies with Matthias Lenz
April 30, 2021 12:11 - 36 minutes - 57.7 MBIn this episode of Pandemic Puppy, Kayla and Matthias Lenz discuss raising Service Dog puppies. They cover the lessons you can learn from how service dog puppy raisers work with their puppies. What is helpful when raising and training guide dog puppies that other puppies may be missing? The typical service dog makes an ideal pet Breed is often important; labrador retrievers are used for a reason Start early on with impulse control exercises Turning Distractions into Reward Set your...
Addressing Stranger Danger in Puppies
April 26, 2021 15:37 - 30 minutes - 53.5 MBIn this episode of Pandemic Puppy, Kayla discusses stranger danger in puppies. She covers what it is, why it happens, and what to do about it. Her puppy Niffler has been barking and even growling at strangers lately, so this is high priority for Kayla! Fearful behavior and a fear period are not the same. Fear Period: abrupt and transient fear of something your puppy has already been exposed to. These periods can be ignored for the most part. You can comfort your puppy, then move on, and d...
Introduction to Clicker Training Minisode
April 17, 2021 04:31 - 22 minutes - 36.5 MBWhat is Clicker training? Why use clicker training? How to use a clicker Common mistakes in clicker training. How to start clicker training using a hand target Introduction to clicker training video by Kikopup When not to use a clicker. Other marker training options and marker training systems K9 Conservationists: https://k9conservationists.org/ Go Fund Me: https://www.gofundme.com/f/fund-the-k9-conservationists-field-vehicle-repair?utm_source=widget&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaig...
Puppy Temperament Tests Aren't That Predictive (With Dr. James Ha)
April 09, 2021 10:24 - 53 minutes - 78.3 MBToday we’re talking about Dr. James Ha about puppy temperament and training to mitigate or avoid behavior issues. Mostly, we're talking about the science of how BAD temperament tests are at actually predicting adult behavior. Darn. Dr. Ha is a pretty amazing guy. He’s an animal behavior researcher and Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist - which is the highest level of certification one can attain in applied behavior . Dr. Ha literally wrote the book on dog behavior - called Dog Behavior: ...
Avoiding Separation Anxiety in Puppies with Malena DeMartini
April 03, 2021 03:27 - 1 hour - 108 MBToday we’re talking to Malena DeMartini Price, author of TWO books about separation anxiety, instructor of the Mission Possible separation anxiety course, and the founder of the certification for separation anxiety trainers. Malena has focused exclusively on separation anxiety in dogs for TWENTY years! She lives in northern california with her husband and her two dogs Tini DeMartini and Mabel. Malena and I are going to talk about - you guessed it! Separation anxiety. This podcast is suppor...
Enrichment for Puppies with Christine Young
March 26, 2021 10:28 - 52 minutes - 90.4 MBToday we’re talking to Christine Young. Christine is CPDT-KA certified trainer & dog lifestyle expert with over 20 years experience with dogs and horses. Christine is here to talk to us about the importance of enrichment for your puppies. Find show notes at JourneyDogTraining.com/pandemic-puppy/ This podcast is supported by our members on Patreon. For as little as $3 per month, you can support this podcast and get perks like submitting questions for us to tackle at the end of each episode...
Balancing Puppy Vaccine Schedules and Socialization with Dr. Jen
March 19, 2021 10:06 - 1 hour - 97.6 MBToday we’re talking to Dr. Jennifer Summerfield of Brown Veterinary Services in Wayne, West Virginia. Dr. Jen is a veterinarian and certified professional dog trainer - knowledge assessed and is a member of the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB) and the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT). Dr. Jen is here today to help guide us through the tangle of information out there surrounding vaccinations and socialization, as well as some other common puppy problems that are ...
11. Puppy Nipping with Ayoka Bubar
March 12, 2021 16:00 - 53 minutes - 92 MBToday we’re talking to Ayoka Bubar, who offers training services online and in-person in southwestern Manitoba. She also writes the Rotten Dog Blog, which is full of practical advice and musings. Ayoka and I are talking about nipping and biting. This is SUCH a common problem for many puppy owners, and we’re here to help! Ayoka is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed and an approved Canadian Association of Rally Obedience Judge for all levels. She has never passed up an ...
10. Self-Regulation with Curtis Kelley
March 05, 2021 15:25 - 1 hour - 86.8 MBOn this episode, Kayla talks with Curtis Kelley about self-regulation skills for puppies! Previous Podcast on Canine Conversations with Kayla and Curtis on Racism: https://canineconvos.com/45/ The most important thing to remember is to adjust your expectations and meet your puppy where they are at. Aim for success, and be forgiving to yourself and your puppy.
Crating with Sarah Stremming
February 26, 2021 11:05 - 1 hour - 92.2 MBFor episode nine, Kayla Fratt speaks with Sarah Stremming from The Cognitive Canine all about crate training with your puppy. Do puppies need to be crate trained? Just like everything else we do in training, it depends on what your goals for your puppy are. There is not a universal answer. That said, we both crate train our dogs! Are there alternatives? If you do not wish to use a crate, baby gates or x-pens are a great option to create a room or space for the puppy. If you do want to ...
Socialization with Bryony Aviles
February 19, 2021 11:01 - 1 hour - 171 MBFor episode eight, Kayla speaks to Bryony Aviles of Sandy Paws Dog Training about socializing your puppy during a pandemic. We Cover Questions Including: What is socialization? Why does it matter? What’s the socialization period? What if you miss it? What sort of things should you expose your puppy to? Are all puppies the same? Can you use a one-size-fits-all approach? Behaviorally, what should you keep an eye on? What do you do if your puppy is nervous or overly excited about somet...
Schedulemaking for Puppies and Bringing Home Your Puppy with Sarah Dixon
February 12, 2021 12:01 - 1 hour - 108 MBFor episode 7, Kayla speaks to Sarah Dixon about bringing your puppy home and getting off on the right paw. From the moment you leave the breeder or shelter, you’re starting to teach your puppy about how to live and grow with you. We’ll also cover setting your puppy up for success with a schedule of rest and play that helps everyone out.
Preparing for Your New Puppy
February 05, 2021 12:28 - 1 hour - 193 MBKayla speaks to Ursa Acree of Canis Major Dog Training in Denver Colorado about preparing to bring your new puppy home. This podcast is supported by Journey Dog Training and our Puppy Raising Blueprint course. The full course covers topics ranging from common problem behaviors and socialization to the humane hierarchy of dog training. It’s all taught by yours truly, Kayla Fratt. If you need more personalized training support, check out journeydogtraining.com - we have a variety of courses,...
Picking a Shelter Puppy
January 29, 2021 12:11 - 56 minutes - 42.5 MBKayla speaks to Carrie Brooks at Go Rogue Dog Training Center with her business partner, Kaye Geyler. There’s not really a right and wrong way to do this, but we’ll cover our top tips for you. Selecting a Shelter Why supporting good shelters matters Good shelters work on both ends of the pet homelessness problem, you want to support that Reputable rescues and shelters will take the dog back and support you with issues, as they can Why a shelter might be best for you: nonspecif...
Picking a Puppy from a Breeder
January 22, 2021 12:58 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBKayla speaks to Amber Quann of Summit Dog Training and Megan Wallace of Dogs Deciphered about picking a puppy from a breeder. Decide what you need, want, can be flexible on, versus don’t care much (Kayla's list is linked at the bottom of the show notes) The myth that just being a family dog is an easy job for a puppy Different dogs within a litter will differ - not all labs are created equal! It’s not all in how you raise em - choose wisely! Breeder might pair you with puppy, that’s nor...
Selecting a Breeder
January 15, 2021 12:33 - 1 hour - 75.6 MBKayla speaks to Amber Quann of Summit Dog Training and Megan Wallace of Dogs Deciphered about picking a breeder for your next puppy. There’s not really a right and wrong way to do this, but we’ll cover our top tips for you. One litter at a time Parents on site and available for meet-and-greets Puppies raised indoors Puppy raising program like Puppy Culture, Avidog, or ENS Working closely with the breeder to select the puppy (not just based on color or “which do you want?") Parents ove...
Where to Get a Puppy?
January 08, 2021 11:57 - 1 hour - 156 MBKayla speaks to Rebecca Hintz of Wintegrity K9 in Vacaville CA about deciding where to get a puppy. Find full show notes at JourneyDogTraining.com/pandemic-puppy For the purpose of this episode, we are only comparing getting a dog from a responsible breeder versus a shelter. We are not discussing getting a dog from a pet store, online marketplace, grocery store lot, or backyard breeder because we do not support those venues of puppy acquisition. If you're unsure how to find a responsible br...
Am I Ready for a Puppy?
January 01, 2021 12:09 - 45 minutes - 36.3 MBKayla speaks to Rebecca Hintz of Wintegrity K9 in Vacaville CA about deciding if you're ready for a puppy. This podcast is supported by Journey Dog Training and our Puppy Raising Blueprint course. The full course covers topics ranging from common problem behaviors and socialization to the humane hierarchy of dog training. It’s all taught by yours truly, Kayla Fratt. If you need more personalized training support, check out journeydogtraining.com - we have a variety of courses, e-books, and...
Ep. 0: Welcome to the Pandemic Puppy Podcast!
December 08, 2020 02:30 - 5 minutes - 5.14 MBHello and welcome to the Pandemic Puppy podcast, brought to you by Journey Dog Training and the Pandemic Puppy Raising Facebook Group! I’m your host Kayla Fratt, and I’m so excited to be here with you. We are going to cover puppy raising right from the start on this podcast. And although I’m a professional dog trainer, this is actually going to by my first time raising a puppy, too! So I’m right in the trenches with you on the good, the bad, the cute, and the stinky. Make sure you subscr...