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Pod to the Rescue

58 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 47 ratings

Our society has a mythologically-based approach to bringing companion pets into our homes, which can lead to all sorts of conflicts, and sadly, failed adoptions. This podcast is for dog rescues, fosters, adopters, and dog lovers desiring to smooth out the bumps of adoption and rescue. Hosts Emily and Libby provide evidence-based information on how to assimilate dogs into our human lifestyles in a way that is a positive experience for all species involved. Emily is a certified professional dog trainer; and between them Libby and Emily have over 2 decades rescuing dogs (and a few cats!).
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Canine Adolescence: Part 2 with Sarah Stremming

March 21, 2024 06:00 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MB

Canine Adolescence is the transition from puppyhood to adulthood. This fascinating conversation with Sarah Stremming, who is a dog behavior coach and the host of the Cog Dog Podcast, addresses this pivotal age of young dogs. Sarah, Emily, and Libby discuss adolescent canine behavior and how to most effectively observe and address behaviors to nurture confident, healthy dogs. This is the second part of their conversation, so make sure you listen to Part 1 before diving in here. The trio also ...

Canine Adolescence: Part 1 with Sarah Stremming

March 07, 2024 07:00 - 44 minutes - 60.8 MB

Canine Adolescence is the transition from puppyhood to adulthood. This fascinating conversation with Sarah Stremming, who is a dog behavior coach and the host of the Cog Dog Podcast, addresses this pivotal age of young dogs. Sarah, Emily, and Libby discuss adolescent canine behavior and how to most effectively observe and address behaviors to nurture confident, healthy dogs. They also discuss: How dogs’ responses to environments and caregivers can change during this transitional period Som...

REPLAY: Deconstructing Aggressive Behavior with Michael Shikashio

February 22, 2024 17:28 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

This is a replay of our 2021 interview with aggression expert Michael Shikashio. We are thrilled to present today’s guest, Michael Shikashio. Michael is a world-renowned expert on dog aggression and has an incredible dearth of information he generously shares, which is helpful for owners, rescuers, and trainers alike. In this conversation, Michael, Emily and Libby define aggression, discuss the ways aggression can present in different dogs (and the different levels of assessing their aggre...

Nurturing Confident Shelter Dogs with Tom Candy

February 08, 2024 20:08 - 1 hour - 82.5 MB

It is no secret that shelters can prove to be extremely stressful environments for dogs - even the friendlist, most easy-going dog can experience severe stress or fear in a shelter environment. In this incredible conversation, Emily, Libby and Tom Candy discuss how we can best support shelter dogs in and out of the shelter environment to build confidence, trust, and a sense of play. In this episode, they cover: How to work with dogs who display fearful behaviors in the shelter and kennel en...

Nurturing Confidence in Fearful Shelter Dogs with Tom Candy

February 08, 2024 20:08 - 1 hour - 82.5 MB

It is no secret that shelters can prove to be extremely stressful environments for dogs - even the friendlist, most easy-going dog can experience severe stress or fear in a shelter environment. In this incredible conversation, Emily, Libby and Tom Candy discuss how we can best support shelter dogs in and out of the shelter environment to build confidence, trust, and a sense of play. In this episode, they cover: How to work with dogs who display fearful behaviors in the shelter and kennel en...

Training Tools for Rescue Dogs: Supplies for Bringing Your New Dog Home

January 25, 2024 09:12 - 51 minutes - 71 MB

“What supplies do I need for fostering a dog?” “Should you use training tools on rescue dogs?” “What kind of harness should I get for my dog?” You have questions about fostering or adopting a dog, and we have answers! These are the tools and supplies we recommend for rescue dog fosters and adopters.  Emily and Libby are professionals who have been working in foster-based rescue for a long time, so they have accumulated a lot of “stuff” over the years. Don’t be intimidated by this list! Whil...

Catch the Good in Your Dog: SMARTx50 with Kathy Sdao

January 11, 2024 15:14 - 1 hour - 102 MB

If you try one training method with your new rescue dog, try this one! This week, Emily and Libby speak with Kathy Sdao, world-renowned dog trainer, speaker, writer, and educator. Sdao’s accessible training technique, SMARTx50, is a powerful tool that distills behavior science into the lay person's terms, making it accessible for our human learners: dog rescuers, fosters and adopters. They discuss how to use SMARTx50 to help our dogs fit into our human world, and this conversation is lively...

REPLAY: The Critical Window for Puppy Socialization

December 28, 2023 08:12 - 1 hour - 97.4 MB

Puppy socialization is critical for a dog’s healthy development, but what happens if there is a highly contagious respiratory illness being passed around the dog community? Emily and Libby address this current situation by re-airing this episode so you can make a good decision by weighing the costs and benefits of puppy socialization, and how to have healthy play with other puppies amidst illness. Some topics discussed are: The first 12 weeks of a puppy’s life are the "critical window" for ...

Training Deaf Dogs with Tiffany Baker

December 14, 2023 07:00 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MB

When SDR rescued a dog with hearing impairment, they turned to Tiffany Baker for her expertise on the most effective ways to work with deaf dogs. We hear about Blue throughout the episode as SDR’s case study, and in this episode Emily, Libby and Tiffany also cover topics like: How she uses control unleashed for deaf dogs Pattern games and why the framework of predictability is important for all dogs - especially deaf dogs “Up Down” Tactile cues for deaf dogs Pairing deaf dogs with heari...

Joy and Trust in Training with Annie Phenix

December 08, 2023 23:41 - 50 minutes - 69.6 MB

Libby and Emily sit down with Annie Phenix, an award winning author and trainer who is known for her methods that train for behavioral concerns without using fear, force, pain, or intimidation.  This conversation is underlined by the importance of trust, joy, and love in our relationships with our animal friends. They also talk about: Building trust with our dogs How we can use somatic therapy on our dogs Ways to work with new and foster dogs to reduce agitation, stress, and separation an...

Out of Separation Anxiety and Towards Security with Jenni Pfafman

December 08, 2023 23:38 - 55 minutes - 75.8 MB

Have you ever dealt with a dog who experienced separation anxiety? Separation anxiety can present in dogs in myriad behaviors, and this can have a major impact not only on the dog but on the humans caring for those dogs. In this episode, Libby and Emily dig into this issue with Jenni Pfafman. Jenni is a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer with years of experience working in-person and virtually with dogs who deal with separation anxiety. The conversation opens with a case study about a rec...

Rescue is just the beginning

December 08, 2023 23:33 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MB

In this episode, Emily and Libby talk about their own rescue experiences, including “foster failures” and finding lifelong companions. At Summit Dog Rescue, we do things a bit differently; one of those things is how they advocate for modern ethical training methods backed by science. They talk about training faux pas that they used to use - methods that can even be harmful for the dog - because “it’s what people were doing.” They talk about why they use the methods they do and the proven tr...

Pooch Parenting with Michelle Stern

November 17, 2023 00:45 - 56 minutes - 78.1 MB

Michelle Stern cares about supporting parents, supporting kids, and helping dogs feel safe emotionally and physically; these three passions position her perfectly to work with families who are integrating their dogs into homes with children. This episode will support any listener who is, or plans to, integrate their dogs and children together in a way that is healthy and balanced. In this conversation they also cover: The behavior changes that can occur as a dog adjusts to a home What a “...

Why Humane Education Matters with Deb Matlock

October 18, 2023 17:13 - 57 minutes - 78.3 MB

 We’re kicking off Season 4 with SDR’s education coordinator, Deb Matlock. Deb explains humane education’s focus as one that promotes empathy and compassion; whether it’s about dog training or environmental issues, this way of education indicates a focus on how we connect in a way that develops empathy and compassion. Deb, Libby and Emily cover: How Humane Education can create a higher quality of life for dogs The Five Freedoms (standards of care for captive animals) The changing cultur...

Season 4 Trailer

October 10, 2023 16:35 - 1 minute - 2.06 MB

Hey listeners, we're back! We have some exciting episodes planned for this season, including interviews with Annie Phenix, Kathy Sdao, and more industry veterans as well as up-and-coming trainers and rescuers. Make sure you subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! And share with your rescue friends to make sure they don't miss it, either. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sdr7/support

REPLAY: Dogs in Captivity with Kim Brophey

September 21, 2023 15:07 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

In advance of releasing our much-anticipated Season 4 of the podcast, we're replaying some of our best conversations on Pod to the Rescue. Enjoy, and stay tuned - Season 4 drops on October 4, 2023! Why are dog behavior problems increasing in recent years? How do changes to their social bonds and environment affect rescue dogs? What does it mean to see our dogs as they really are: captive animals? In this thought-provoking episode, Emily and Libby speak with Kim Brophey about her groundbreak...

Heavy Petting with Elisheba Fay

October 06, 2022 06:00 - 58 minutes - 53.1 MB

Do you want to pet all the dogs? So do we! But we don’t… and here’s why. Emily and Libby welcome Elisheba Fay back to Pod to the Rescue to talk about petting our own dogs and dogs that are new to us, like foster dogs and newly placed rescue dogs. They talk about consent tests when petting dogs, dog body language, how to know if your dog wants to be petted, what to do about dogs who feel conflicted about human attention, and how to deal with your dog who won't leave you alone when you're busy...

Arousal Biting with Ferdie Yau

September 22, 2022 16:24 - 1 hour - 59.4 MB

Do you have a dog who is jumping and mouthing a lot? Plays a little too rough? Can’t calm down and uses his mouth as a default behavior? This episode is for you! Emily and Libby interview Ferdie Yau of Behavior Vets about the “Shelter Shorts” video series featuring Chewy, a shelter dog with a big arousal biting problem. Shelter Shorts from Behavior Vets:  Part 1 - Arousal Biting Pt 1: https://youtu.be/z0xAFKoOKIo Part 2 - Arousal Biting Pt 2: https://youtu.be/W0ByjxeHy58 Part 3 - Nosewor...

Why Should We Train Our Dogs? with Eileen Koval

September 08, 2022 18:45 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MB

What are we talking about when we talk about dog training? Why should we train our dogs, anyway? Is puppy class enough training for my dog? And what kinds of skills should we prioritize when training our rescue dogs? Emily and Libby discuss these questions and more with Certified Dog Behavior Consultant Eileen Koval, owner of Confident Canines in Las Vegas, Nevada. They talk about top skills for dogs to learn, including leave it, watch me, drop it, come, and “do nothing,” why it’s important ...

Dogs in Captivity with Kim Brophey

July 28, 2022 14:23 - 1 hour - 58.6 MB

Why are dog behavior problems increasing in recent years? How do changes to their social bonds and environment affect rescue dogs? What does it mean to see our dogs as they really are: captive animals? In this thought-provoking episode, Emily and Libby speak with Kim Brophey about her groundbreaking LEGS model of dog behavior, her new course, “The Dog’s Truth,” and why this information is crucial for shelters, rescues, and adopters. www.familydogmediation.com For transcripts, visit www.pod...

Rescue Pupdate: Puppies, a Brittany Spaniel, and Doodles!

July 14, 2022 20:04 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

Going behind the scenes of what's going on in the dog rescue this spring and summer, Emily and Libby talk about labrador retriever/German shepherd mix puppies, a rehomed Brittany spaniel, canine adolescence, and why rescue doodles are both the easiest and hardest dogs to place... This conversation is just a snippet of the considerations we make when assessing and placing our rescue dogs!  Canine adolescence: https://blog.smartanimaltraining.com/2013/09/09/surviving-our-dogs-adolescence/ Pu...

Happy Cats with Zazie Todd

June 29, 2022 22:08 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MB

This week, Emily and Libby interview Zazie Todd, PhD, about her new book "Purr: The Science of Making Your Cat Happy." This episode (and the book!) is filled with tips and ideas for cat lovers seeking to provide the best life possible for their cat - from kitten raising to rescue and shelter cat enrichment. https://www.companionanimalpsychology.com/p/home.html For transcripts, visit www.podtotherescue.com Credits: Libby Felts and Emily Wolf (Hosts and Creators). Original music by Mike Pes...

BONUS EPISODE: Helping your dog through July 4th, Fireworks, and Noise Phobias

June 22, 2022 04:16 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

Is your rescue dog afraid of fireworks? Or maybe you have a new dog, and you're not yet sure how they'll react. There's still time to help your dog feel more comfortable this year! Listen now to this re-released episode about noise phobia and the 4th of July. Also applies to fear of thunderstorms and other loud noises that scare your dog. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sdr7/support

Long Lines with Tricia Case of Trailblazing Tails

June 09, 2022 20:46 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MB

We LOVE long lines, and we sing their praises every chance we get. So does Tricia Case, founder of Trailblazing Tails, makers of high quality leashes and long lines. We talk about the why, how, when, and where of long lines. Be sure to listen for a Trailblazing Tails coupon code! https://www.trailblazingtails.com/ For transcripts, visit www.podtotherescue.com Credits: Libby Felts and Emily Wolf (Hosts and Creators). Original music by Mike Pesci. Production and editing by James Ede of Be H...

Compassion Fatigue in Shelter and Rescue Workers with Laura Henderson

May 25, 2022 16:19 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MB

Burnout and compassion fatigue are all too common in animal care workers, but we don’t talk about it enough. Laura Henderson is a licensed professional counselor who has worked with the Denver Dumb Friends League as a consultant and mental health coach. She speaks with Emily and Libby about secondary trauma in shelter and rescue workers, how to spot compassion fatigue in ourselves, and ways we can use self-care to help lighten the heavy load we sometimes carry when working with animals. To ...

Integrating Multi-Dog Households with Dr. Patricia McConnell

May 11, 2022 12:36 - 1 hour - 66.3 MB

Whether you’re fostering or adopting, bringing another dog into your home is an exciting time! Dr. Patricia McConnell is back to talk with Emily and Libby about integrating multi-dog households. They discuss the common myths we face when bringing a second (or third or fourth) dog home, why that sweet rescue pup who was described as “good with other dogs” in the shelter is now growling at your resident dog, best practices for introducing new dogs to one another, and some skills to cultivate a...

Training Basics: Barking

February 24, 2022 09:00 - 35 minutes - 49 MB

Dogs bark for a reason. Sometimes, they’ve been bred to bark - sometimes, they’re simply communicating! In this episode, Libby and Emily break down barking: why dogs do it, how we can manage the behavior, and more. They break down bark collars, citronella, and how some of the ways we mitigate barking are ineffective at best and cruel at worst. You’ll walk away with practical and easy tips on how to work with dogs who present this behavior. The book Emily references is called Barking: The So...

Emily and Libby Answer Listener Questions!

February 10, 2022 08:00 - 42 minutes - 58.1 MB

We put out the call: what are your questions about all things dogs, training, and rescue? You sure answered! Emily and Libby address listener questions like, “what do I do about resource guarding?” “How do I get a dog ready for a new baby?” And more. Show Notes:  www.podtotherescue.com https://www.dogwise.com/mine-a-practical-guide-to-resource-guarding-in-dogs/ http://lindsaywoodbrown.com/ Behavior Vets and Chewy the dog: https://youtu.be/3JYbtyAiC5g Family Paws YouTube playlist: https...

Dr. Christopher Pachel Talks Behavior, Why We Train, Medication, and More

January 27, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 91.2 MB

In this episode, Libby and Emily sit down with Veterinary Behaviorist Dr. Christopher Pachel. Dr. Pachel’s way of viewing our companion animals is spacious, generous, and compassionate. This is a conversation that has us considering the larger questions of animal behavior, the why of how we train, and more. Visit the Animal Behavior Clinic here.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sdr7/support

Marshall Fire: Disaster and Rescue and Recovery Part 2

January 11, 2022 01:14 - 33 minutes - 31.4 MB

This is episode 2 of our response to the tragic Marshall Fire that devastated our beloved community.  Dog trainers Mary Angilly and Chrissy Messik speak with Emily and Libby about supporting your animals through the potential loss of home and routine after a natural disaster. Not only were Chrissy and Libby both directly impacted by the Marshall Fire, but they have some great tips for practical and emotional support through this post-fire time, which is applicable across situations that inv...

Marshall Fire: Disaster Rescue and Recovery Part 1

January 06, 2022 20:54 - 57 minutes - 79.1 MB

This episode is a response to the Marshall Fire on December 30, 2021. Emily and Libby speak with four guests: Jan McHugh-Smith of the Boulder Humane Society on how they supported response and recovery efforts Leslie Irvine a Professor of Sociology at CU Boulder who specializes in conceptions of the self and human-animal relationships Lisa Wieland on her experience of evacuating from the firestorm with her 2 dogs from SDR, her cat and her neighbor and neighbor's cat Natalie Riggs of Cavie...

Training Basics: Leash Training Tips

December 09, 2021 09:00 - 24 minutes - 33.9 MB

Did you know that leash walking is not a natural behavior for dogs? It may be why your dog is inclined to rip your arm off during your walks! In this training basics episode, Libby and Emily talk about: why dogs pull on the leash the unbelievably cool statistics about your dog’s olfactory capabilities some techniques to work on with your dog Credits. Libby Felts and Emily Wolf (Hosts and Creators.) Original music by Mike Pesci. Graphic design, editing, and production by Alex Lee-Ammons a...

Puppy Socialization with Eileen Anderson and Marge Rogers

December 04, 2021 01:15 - 1 hour - 86.6 MB

Emily and Libby sit down with trainers and behavioral consultants Marge and Eileen about a much-anticipated topic: puppy socialization! Marge and Eileen talk about: The first 12 weeks of a puppy’s life are the "critical window" for socialization  What proper socialization is, and is not Why exposure alone is not socialization  Practical ways to help puppies form positive associations with the world around them What flooding is and why it’s problematic The dilemma of too much vs. too li...

How to Integrate Dogs into Families with Babies and Children

November 11, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 92 MB

Jennifer Shryock wants dogs to happily coexist in families with children and babies. She is so passionate about this that she founded Family Paws, an organization that offers resources to dog-loving families. In this informative episode, she talks to Emily and Libby about: managing expectations about integration and transition differences between prepping for a dog or puppy practical tips and tricks too practice with foster dogs why dogs kissing babies actually might be your dog’s call f...

Dog Training for Everyone with Miranda Hitchcock

October 28, 2021 21:03 - 1 hour - 84.7 MB

Miranda Hitchcock birthed her non-profit after seeing a major gap in accessibility for Spanish speakers in her Texas community. In this interview, Miranda and Libby talk about the non-profit Every Dog Austin, Miranda’s foray into dog behavior and training, and why it’s so important to offer training to a broader socioeconomic and linguistic spectrum. Miranda offers an important perspective regarding rescue and behavior, and how the conversation around the impact on people requires more compa...

Understanding Arousal Will Change Your Dog's Life - With Elisheba Fay

October 14, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 89.9 MB

Does your dog have BIG feelings? Are they easily excitable, or have a hard time calming down? If so - this episode is a MUST listen. Behavior Consultant Elisheba Fay has a wealth of information to share about arousal in dogs - what it is, what triggers it, and how to de-activate arousal. Seriously - this episode is practical, fascinating, and we are sure you will understand your dog better after listening. Elisheba Fay is a Certified Behavior Consultant through the International Associatio...

Understanding Arousal Will Change Your Dog's Life: Elisheba Fay

October 14, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 89.9 MB

Does your dog have BIG feelings? Are they easily excitable, or have a hard time calming down? If so - this episode is a MUST listen. Behavior Consultant Elisheba Fay has a wealth of information to share about arousal in dogs - what it is, what triggers it, and how to de-activate arousal. Seriously - this episode is practical, fascinating, and we are sure you will understand your dog better after listening. Elisheba Fay is a Certified Behavior Consultant through the International Associatio...

Tails from the Trenches: Marissa Martino

September 30, 2021 07:00 - 56 minutes - 77.1 MB

Training and Behavior Consultant Marissa has a breadth of experience in the dog rescue, shelter, and training worlds. In this conversation with Emily and Libby, they discuss the great potential of collaborations between shelters and rescues, how COVID has changed the rescue world, and so much more. We hope you enjoy this Tail from the Trenches! Credits. Libby Felts and Emily Wolf (Hosts and Creators.) Original music by Mike Pesci. Graphic design, editing, and production by Alex Lee-Ammons a...

Tails from the Trenches: Meridith Perry, Part 2

September 16, 2021 09:00 - 39 minutes - 54.3 MB

This episode follows Part 1 with Meridith Perry (which we recommend listening to prior to this episode!) Libby, Emily, and Meridith discuss transport day, decompression, and how the nature of rescue dogs is inherently mysterious: we often don’t know anything about the dog’s life prior to their rescue. This conversation is honest, open, and speaks to the true nature of the impact of this work on the folks on the other side.  Credits. Libby Felts and Emily Wolf (Hosts and Creators.) Original ...

Tails from the Trenches: Meridith Perry, Part 1

September 09, 2021 07:00 - 41 minutes - 56.5 MB

Welcome to our new series, Tails from the Trenches! In this episode, Libby and Emily speak to Meridith Perry of Corinth-Alcorn Animal Shelter in Mississippi. They share the ethos of rescuing animals, some of the difficulties that accompany the stress of making life-or-death decisions, and some solutions that could address the issues of home shortages and the proliferation of rescue dogs. Credits. Libby Felts and Emily Wolf (Hosts and Creators.) Original music by Mike Pesci. Graphic design, ...

Introduction to Enrichment with Sarah Walsh

August 26, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 85 MB

As humans, we need mental stimulation for our daily lives - it’s essential for our health. And, surprise: our dogs are the exact same way! Today’s guest, Sarah Walsh, is someone we refer to all the time in these episodes. In this episode, Sarah talks to Emily and Libby about enrichment: what it is, why it’s important, and how we can fold enrichment into our dog’s routines. Sarah has been training dogs and coaching clients professionally for the past 5 years, and has a particular interest i...

Training Basics: Door Greeting

August 19, 2021 06:00 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MB

What does your dog do when the doorbell rings? In this episode, Emily and Libby lay out the possible ways your dog might respond when there’s someone at the door, break down the potential roots of different behaviors, and discuss ways to address and manage this behavior (hint: your behavior also plays a role in this!) Kim Brophey’s website: https://www.dogdoorcanineservices.com/ Klimb by Blue-9: https://www.blue-9.com/KLIMB Credits. Libby Felts and Emily Wolf (Hosts and Creators.) Origina...

Deconstructing Aggressive Behavior with Michael Shikashio

August 12, 2021 08:00 - 49 minutes - 67.7 MB

We are thrilled to present today’s guest, Michael Shikashio. Michael is a world-renowned expert on dog aggression and has an incredible dearth of information he generously shares, which is helpful for owners, rescuers, and trainers alike. In this conversation, Michael, Emily and Libby define aggression, discuss the ways aggression can present in different dogs (and the different levels of assessing their aggression), and so much more. Make sure to listen to the full episodes, as Michael dro...

There is No Farm - Commitment To Our Dogs

July 08, 2021 07:00 - 42 minutes - 57.8 MB

We live in a world where humans are often viewed as the center, and our interests and desires and way of being is considered the norm. What would our world look like if we de-centered humans, and listened to the “more-than-human” voice? Deb Matlock is today’s guest. Deb is a humane educator and holds a Masters degree in environmental education from Prescott College. She is a nature-based spiritual arts guide and mentor, animal communicator, and ecologist. She also works at Summit Dog Rescue...

There is No Farm

July 08, 2021 07:00 - 42 minutes - 57.8 MB

We live in a world where humans are often viewed as the center, and our interests and desires and way of being is considered the norm. What would our world look like if we de-centered humans, and listened to the “more-than-human” voice? Deb Matlock is today’s guest. She is a nature-based spiritual arts guide and mentor, animal communicator, and ecologist. She also works at Summit Dog Rescue’s working on dog behavior and bonds. Deb, Em, and Libby talk about the number one way to go into adop...

Training Basics: The Fourth of July

June 29, 2021 17:57 - 13 minutes - 18.9 MB

The Fourth of July is not necessarily a happy holiday for our furry family members! In this Training Basics episode, Libby and Emily talk about ways to keep your dog safe and work with them to help them settle into their environment this holiday. https://www.podtotherescue.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PodToTheRescue https://www.instagram.com/podtotherescue/ Cog Dog Radio: https://thecognitivecanine.com/the-podcast-cog-dog-radio/ Behavior Vets on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VBCCO...

Management with Mary Angilly

June 24, 2021 06:00 - 51 minutes - 70.2 MB

Growing up, Mary Angilly always wanted to work with animals. Now, she is a professional full-time dog trainer and has a wealth of information to share with you. In this episode, she sits down with Emily and Libby to talk about what “management” is, why it makes dogs more adoptable, and how it is distinct from training. This episode will be especially relevant for folks who foster. Credits. Libby Felts and Emily Wolf (Hosts and Creators.) Original music by Mike Pesci. Graphic design, editing...

Training Basics: Food in Training Part 4

June 17, 2021 07:00 - 24 minutes - 33.7 MB

This is the fourth and final episode in the “Food in Training” series. Hooray! We hope you have enjoyed learning how best to employ food in training your furry family member. In this episode, Emily and Libby cover the caveats of food in training. There are ways food can be counterproductive, and in this episode you'll learn all about what not to do when using food in training. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sdr7/support

Separation Anxiety with Jackie Johnston

June 10, 2021 07:00 - 55 minutes - 76.6 MB

Your dog’s separation anxiety isn’t an unsolvable issue, even if it might feel that way sometimes. In this episode, Libby and Emily sit down with Jackie Johnston to talk all things separation. They define separation anxiety and how to identify it in your dog, why it’s natural and adaptive, and how we can work to help our dogs feel safe. Jackie Johnston is a certified separation anxiety trainer with a certificate in training and counseling. She works solely with separation anxiety, and her f...

Training Basics: Food in Training Part 3

June 03, 2021 06:00 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MB

How do we shape what our dogs learn and what associations they make, so they can be good family dogs and companions? This episode is entirely dedicated to that question through the lens of Classical Conditioning. You'll learn how to help your dog create positive associations through the "Stuff-A-Dog Method"  and the Jean Donaldson's  "Open Bar, Closed Bar" method; and the science behind it. Think of this as a learning tool instead of a training tool! https://www.facebook.com/PodToTheRescue ...

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