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Pod to the Rescue

60 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 49 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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Episodes

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 ...

Trauma, Decompression, and Going Slow with Dr. Patricia McConnell

May 27, 2021 07:00 - 54 minutes - 75.3 MB

In this episode, Libby and Emily are excited to sit down with Dr. Patricia McConnell - she’s kind of a big deal in the dog training world. The trio talk about the initial time of decompression for your rescue dog, the importance of the secure attachment base, and how we can show our dog safety and stability. Dr. McConnell discusses trauma: the nuts and bolts of it, how it manifests, and ways to build resiliency and offer choice and control when recovering from it. Do not miss this episode if...

Training Basics: Food In Training Part 2

May 20, 2021 12:55 - 20 minutes - 28.2 MB

Libby and Emily talk about the “how” of training with food - what to do, when to do it, the frequency and rate, and more. https://www.facebook.com/PodToTheRescue https://www.instagram.com/pod_to_the_rescue/ https://twitter.com/podtotherescue Credits. Libby Felts and Emily Wolf (Hosts and Creators.) Original music by Mike Pesci. Graphic design, editing, and production by Alex Lee-Ammons and For The Love Media, LLC. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sdr7/...

Body Language 101 with Emily Tronetti

May 13, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutes - 59.9 MB

We know you don't want your dog to be stressed. But do you know how to tell when your dog is stressed? Reducing your dog's stress levels can reduce their reactions of fear and anxiety, and one of the best ways to do that is to learn to read your dog's body language. Emily Tronetti is an animal behavior expert who, in this conversation, gives you invaluable information about how to gauge and manage your dog's health via their body language. She has extensively studied Applied Animal Behavior...

Training Basics: Food in Training Part 1

May 06, 2021 07:00 - 15 minutes - 21.1 MB

“Behavior goes where reinforcement flows.” Emily and Libby never leave the house without a treat pouch. Want to know why? They talk about the benefits of using food - AKA “Behavioral Dollars” - in the process of training your dog. They talk about the "why" of training with food, the concept of primary reinforcers,  Zazie Todd article: https://www.companionanimalpsychology.com/2017/04/the-ultimate-dog-training-tip.html Pod to the Rescue on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/PodToTheResc...

Support For Pandemic Puppies with Amber Quann

April 22, 2021 20:08 - 35 minutes - 48.4 MB

12.7 million people brought home a new dog in the last year, many of the dogs which are affectionately being referred to as “Pandemic Puppies.” Amber Quann is the Head Trainer and Owner of Summit Dog Training (fun fact: no affiliation with Summit Dog Rescue!) and has helped many of the folks with Pandemic Puppies socialize and train their new dogs. She’s also an admin on the Pandemic Puppy Facebook Page, a community of over 12k people who are doing their best to raise their dogs with the bes...

Training Basics: The Case for Harnesses

April 15, 2021 08:00 - 14 minutes - 19.7 MB

In their years of experience in dog rescue, Emily and Libby have been on a never-ending quest for how to best work with rescue dogs. In this episode, they discuss some of the reasons around-the-neck collars can be injurious or painful to your dog, the ways they pose health risks, and the counterintuitive ways it sets back your dog's training. If you're using a collar for your dog, give this episode a listen for the ways harnesses can ensure better, more humane safety and smoother training. ...

Letting the Dog Lead with Trainer Chrissy Messick

April 15, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutes - 60.1 MB

Dogs are speaking to us all the time - just not in the way we’re often used to communicating. Are you listening to their subtle ways of communicating? In this episode, Emily and Libby sit down with Chrissy to talk all things training. Chrissy is a dog trainer, and recent rescuer from Summit Dog Rescue. She recently rescued a 3-year old friend named Ginger - she talks about her journey with Ginger, how to let the dog lead their process of adapting to the new family, and the myriad of ways do...

Welcome to POD to the Rescue!

March 29, 2021 18:33 - 2 minutes - 4.02 MB

Listen to this bite-size trailer which will tell you what to expect in coming seasons of POD to the Rescue! This podcast is for dog rescuers, fosters, adopters, and anybody who loves dogs. Your hosts Emily and Libby introduce themselves. They talk about their experience in the dog rescue world, their unique qualifications in this field, and more. We are so excited to bring you this podcast in Spring 2021! Learn more about Summit Dog Rescue here. Credits. Libby Felts and Emily Wolf (Hosts a...

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