Dr. Rachel Malamed, DVM, DACVB, CABC, tells us about how she become a Veterinary Behaviorist, what types of behavior problems she commonly sees with cats, behavior modification + medication, and cat training tips!Check out book, Decoding Your Cathttps://www.amazon.com/Decoding-Your-Cat-Ultimate-Behaviors/dp/0358566045Get Cat Body Language Poster: https://trulyforcefree.com/product/understanding-body-language-poster-cat-8-5x11/Feliway Calming Spray: https://prf.hn/l/8jmdz20

Kristina Spaulding, PHD, CAAB, tells us how stress impacts your dog's brain, behavior and welfare! When you understand and recognize stress in your dog, you will help be able to prevent and deal with problematic behavior!Check out her newly released book, "THE STRESS FACTOR IN DOGS UNLOCKING RESILIENCY AND ENHANCING WELL-BEING"

Meghan Herron, DVM, DACVB tells us about how she became a veterinary behaviorist, how she got started working with GiGi's and how she has helped the shelter dogs cope! She also provides recommendations for shelters and those who are looking to adopt from shelters.Check out her newly released book, "Introduction to Animal Behavior and Veterinary Behavioral Medicine" recommended for beginning veterinarian students!

In todays episode, we talk with Clarissa Black, founder of Pets For Vets (https://www.petsforvets.com/), about her background and WHY + HOW she started Pets For Vets. She also tells us where you can FIND these trainers and HOW you can GET INVOLVED! At Pets For Vets they help develop the relationships between animals and veterans based on mutual trust and respect helping veterans find pets that fit their lifestyle so both can feel seen, heard and to build the superbond between pets and people...

In todays episode, we talk with Dr. Lisa Radosta, DVM, DACVB, (https://drlisaradosta.com/) about how she became a behaviorist and why she loves her career! We also talk about the common behavior change trends since COVID-19 in 2020, seeing medication use increase for specific behaviors + why medication is important when working with a fearful dog. 

In todays episode, we talk with Judy Moore from Canine Behavior Counseling, LLC (https://caninebehaviorcounseling.com/) about arousal in dogs and how it can be genetic. She provides tips on what you can do when your dog is overly aroused, how resilience affects the ability to change or modify arousal, the differences between the different types of arousal and a dogs ability to process information as well as skills owners should teach their puppy to prevent arousal!

In todays episode, Shannon Riley talks with Erika Austin From Dogwise (https://www.dogwise.com/) about how this small family run business got started and how you can find the most trusted and up to date source of information for dog training. These books are easy to understand and to apply to your everyday life. If you really want to learn about dog training, visit dogwise here: https://www.dogwise.com

In todays episode, we discuss what appropriate play looks like, what signs to look for when resource guarding and what really motives your puppy!

In todays episode, we talk with Sarah Owings about how she got started working with and training cows! We also discuss what she learned when training cows about herself and animals.About Sarah Owings:Sarah Owings is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner. She specializes in the practical application of behavioral principles to help transform the lives of fearful, shut down, and over-the-top dogs. As the owner of Bridges Dog Training, an international speaker, and a regular...

In todays episode, we talk with Amy Pike, DVM, Veterinary Behaviorist,Owner of Animal Behavior Wellness Center about how behaviorist, general veterinarians, vet techs and animal trainers can work together to help anxious pets! Amy explains what a veterinary behaviorist is and how she got started in the veterinary behaviorist field. Her team approach can help animals who suffer from the following;* General anxiety* Separation anxiety* Aggression toward:​StrangersFamily membersChildrenOther...

In todays episode, Shannon Riley and, Guest, Niki Tudge, discuss The Pet Professional Guild (PPG)!Niki Tudge tells us about her background, why she created PPG, the importance of PPG, new things offered, and what she recommends for new dog trainers! Check out The Pet Professional Guild: https://petprofessionalguild.com/Dognostics: https://dognosticseducation.com/Doggone Safe: https://doggonesafe.com/The Pet Professional Accreditation Board: https://www.credentialingboard.com/

In todays episode, we discuss the fear period as well as how to introduce your puppy to new dogs, people and places!

In todays episode Karen B. London tells us about her book Cows, Ants, Termites, and Me: Revealing the World of Animals One Newspaper Column at a Time! Shannon and Karen share some of their favorite stories from the book.Author Karen B. London, PhD combines her scientific training, natural wit, and storytelling skills to create Cows, Ants, Termites, and Me—an engaging compilation of 145 newspaper columns that have appeared in the Arizona Daily Sun beginning in 2008. Her twice-monthly animal...

In todays episode, we discuss Book: Canine and Feline Behavior for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses with author Debbie Martin! She tells us her background, why she wrote the book, how it can help you as a pet professional and her success stories!Find her book...

In todays episode we discuss, what and how to stop counter surfing, what and how to stop resource guarding, what your puppies love languages are and how you can bond with your puppy!

Check out Temple Grandin's NEW BOOK "Visual Thinking" here: https://www.amazon.com/Visual-Thinking-Pictures-Patterns-Abstractions-ebook/dp/B09Q89CG86/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1687283551&sr=8-1

In todays episode, we discuss rewarding good behavior vs causing an unwanted chain of behaviors, how to lure your puppy to the kennel, how you can tell if your puppy is confused and why you should leave treats around your home.

Pet Professional Guild Assistance Animal Division Chairman, Tasha Atwood, is also the founder of Miyagis Dog Training and Behaviourist Services. We discuss the "Shock Free Coalition" through Pet Professional Guild and how you can use their services to find a pet pro in your area! We also dive into the differences between a Service Dog, Therapy Dog and Emotional Support Animal.

In todays episode, we discuss common puppy questions such as; * What is the first thing I should teach my puppy?* Should I be exhausting my puppy?* How can I get my puppy to settle down (especially in the evening)?* When can my dog start sleeping with me in my bed and not the crate?* What’s a scratch pad and why should I get one?* How can I get my puppy used to getting their nails trimmed?

In todays episode, we talk you through the teething process and answer questions such as...  - When do teeth come in? - How do teeth come in? - What does it feel like for your puppy? - When does teething stop?- Teething VS Biting- When is it OK to chew? - Being careful with strangers and kids?- Biting my pants! How to avoid and redirect - He always has acceptable chews. Do dogs get used to chews? - Should I hold his mouth closed when he is mouthy?

In todays episode, we discuss common puppy problems such as setting a schedule for your puppy, what to do if your puppy is whining in the crate, appropriate play, humping, preventing your puppy from eating plants, the #1 mistake we see when training a puppy and why the socialization period is so important!

In todays episode, we discuss what food is right for my puppy and what to avoid, how to transition your puppy to new food, why food toys are so important and what treats are okay to chew on!

In todays episode, we discuss why creating a daily routine for your puppy is important to build structure! We dive into the differences between a wire crate versus a plastic crate, why crate training is important for confinement, supervision, potty training and for sleep to prevent biting.

In todays episode, we discuss what you should do before you get a puppy. Finding a puppy that is right for you and your personality is important to a successful relationship between you and your pup! We also discuss genetics, finding the right breeder, putting down a deposit, breeder contracts, puppy kits you should get before picking up puppy, and the difference between flying and driving to pick up puppy.