In this replay episode Sarah explores the best use of reinforcers, and reinforcement strategies, for dog agility. This episode originally aired as part of a three part series on best practices for dog agility. Be sure to check the rest out: https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/best-practices-in-agility-part-two-speed https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/best-practices-in-agility-part-three-testing-vs-training Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesma...
Nov 02, 2021•28 min
Sarah and Marissa discuss the mentality of taking a pill to mask a symptom versus a true healing path in dog training, and life. Marissa Martino: https://pawsandreward.com/ Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Happier Crating: Solutions for Common Crate Concerns https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/buy-webinar...
Nov 01, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Perfect dogs, unicorns, and other myths. Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Happier Crating: Solutions for Common Crate Concerns https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/buy-webinar Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Oct 26, 2021•27 min
Together with special guest, Sarah’s partner Dr Leslie Eide, dive into perhaps the most vital aspect of dog sports: mindset. Also, they talk about movies. Enjoy! Dr Leslie can be found here: www.thetotalcanine.com Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Happier Crating: Solutions for Common Crate Concerns https://www.fenzid...
Oct 19, 2021•44 min
Should you consider breed when writing a behavior modification plan? Are dogs all individuals, are their species-typical behaviors more important than their breed-typical ones? Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Happier Crating: Solutions for Common Crate Concerns https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/buy-web...
Oct 12, 2021•27 min
In the first of three BONUS Connection Summit Crossover podcasts with Marissa Martino of The Paws and Reward Podcast, Sarah and Marissa dig in on imposter syndrome. https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Oct 11, 2021•48 min
Exploring some advancements to the Happy Crating protocol, Sarah dives into tackling tough crate-related concerns. Happier Crating: Solutions for Common Crate Concerns https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/buy-webinar Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdograd...
Oct 05, 2021•26 min
What, when, why and how! Let’s talk sterilization procedures for our dogs with guest Dr Jessica Hekman. Dr Jessica Hekman is a veterinarian who studies the genetics of behavior, and a friend of the podcast. She’s also the mastermind behind the Functional Dog Collaborative which you can find here: https://functionalbreeding.org/ Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 ...
Sep 28, 2021•1 hr 13 min
Anyone who has shared their life with an adolescent of any species knows that it’s a tough time for everyone. Learn what you can expect from your young dog and how to best support them--and your relationship--through the difficult 6 to 24 month period. You CAN survive it, and come out better for it! Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Convers...
Sep 21, 2021•45 min
Dog trainers often refer to “jackpotting” as a type of reinforcement. But, what does that mean? Let’s operationalize the jackpot, and see if it’s actually helping our training at all. The Effects of Jackpots on Responding and Choice in Two Domestic Dogs https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc28456/ Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summi...
Sep 14, 2021•41 min
Join Sarah in discussion with Cog Dog Patron and aspiring birth doula, Addie Dodge, about the parallels between being a birth doula and being a dog trainer or guardian. It might surprise you! Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Sep 07, 2021•42 min
Join Sarah and friends Marissa Martino and Lisa Mullinax for this juicy conversation regarding the education available to trainers, what basics they might be missing when trying to follow recipes, and where a training recipe is best useful--and when it’s not. Find Marissa here: https://pawsandreward.com/ And Lisa here: https://www.4pawsuniversity.com/ Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/ho...
Aug 31, 2021•1 hr 15 min
Sarah Fischer has been working with dogs for 25 years and developed ACE: Animal Centered Education, an integrated approach to the wellbeing and teaching of animals. She offers online and in person workshops in her approach from Tilley Farm, UK. We sat down to talk with Sarah after hearing her talk on Beyond The Operant, linked here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txER3iSUpkg https://www.facebook.com/groups/332134427492077 http://www.tilleyfarm.org.uk/ Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangel...
Aug 24, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Excellence can be your goal while still avoiding perfection paralysis. Let’s talk about it. Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Aug 17, 2021•28 min
Do you or your dog need a different learning environment than what is generally offered in dog sports? Do you find yourself struggling to say “no” to your instructor, or to produce the right kind of environment for your dog? This podcast is for everyone out there blazing a different trail with their dog than the one that’s already been laid out. Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-b...
Aug 10, 2021•33 min
A follow up episode to Self Regulation with Shade Whitesel in which Sarah dives a little deeper on the topic. Self-Regulation with Shade Whitesel: https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/self-regulation-with-shade-whitesel Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon: https://www.patreo...
Aug 03, 2021•24 min
A candid conversation with dog trainer Adam Skandarani about coercion, its nuanced layers, and a surprising reason to avoid it. Adam Skandarani is a Certified Control Unleashed Instructor who operates Flash of Brilliance Dog Training in Massachusetts. You can find them at https://www.flashofbrilliancedogs.com/ @flashofbrilliancedogs on IG Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-an...
Jul 27, 2021•1 hr 4 min
Is it ok to withhold toys to produce more drive for them? Are we sometimes producing welfare deficits to our advantage with our sport dogs? The answers might surprise you. Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Jul 20, 2021•20 min
If you’ve ever wondered what the timeline for a well-rounded puppy looks like, this episode is for you! When do we teach what? What is important in those precious first weeks? What about outings like restaurants? How has COVID affected Sarah’s puppy, Rayya? Happy Crating course: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/p/happy-crating Reliable Recall Episode can be found here: https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/reliable-recalls Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ ht...
Jul 13, 2021•23 min
It’s been a minute since we talked about barking, and Sarah has a new breed that’s got a lot more voice than her border collies! Learn about the advances in Sarah’s thinking regarding barking, and how she avoids barking in a breed that generally wants to bark. Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com...
Jul 06, 2021•25 min
Is punishment ever appropriate for rewards-based trainers? When might we need it, and how do we stay within a Least Intrusive Minimally Aversive (LIMA) paradigm? Answers, examples, and only a little rambling! Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogr...
Jun 29, 2021•38 min
Shade Whitesel is a dog trainer and IPO (Schutzhund) competitor with twenty years of experience working with sport and pet dogs. Shade is a sought-after seminar presenter and a thorough and compassionate online teacher. She and Sarah sat down to talk about the nuanced and complicated topic of self-regulation in dogs. Find Shade here: http://shadesdogtraining.net/ And her instagram handle is @shadewhitesel Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com...
Jun 08, 2021•1 hr 18 min
Engagement is a popular buzzword in dog training, but what the heck is it? Can we train it? Is it easier in some dogs than in others? How do we know it is happening, and do we need to cue it? All that and more, enjoy! Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon: https://www.patreon.co...
Jun 01, 2021•16 min
In this episode Sarah provides explanations, examples, and tips for what reinforcement strategies to use, and when. Hint: you’re always using one, so you might as well be smart about it. Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
May 25, 2021•23 min
Keeping communication clear with our dogs is the key to reducing or eliminating barking during training, but that’s hard to do if someone is yelling at you! Some tips, as well as explanations of this common issue are in store in this episode. Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreo...
May 18, 2021•20 min
Dogs that hate harnesses, enrichment ideas for raw feeders, and more! Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
May 13, 2021•18 min
In this crossover episode with the Paws and Reward Podcast Sarah and Marissa sat down to chat with writer, speaker, educator, and overall lovely human Emily Nagoski to talk about the cycles emotions take in our bodies and why it matters for our dogs and ourselves. Emily is the co-author (with her twin sister Amelia Nagoski) of the book Burnout: the Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle, which should be on every dog trainer’s shelf. https://www.emilynagoski.com/ https://www.burnoutbook.net/ Anti-R...
May 10, 2021•1 hr 11 min
Join Sarah and friend Lisa Mullinax as they do a deep-dive into what it means for a case to be resolved, how to proceed when a case may not be resolvable, and the chain of interventions that they have found effective. This is a nerdy one for dog-pros, but dog owners might also enjoy the insight into the profession. Lisa's website: www.4pawsuniversity.com Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com...
May 04, 2021•1 hr 4 min
In the final installment of the Sam and Mucho Case Study Sarah talks with Sam about her experience working with Mucho and where they are today. Is he competing? Are they still hiking their legs off? Find out! Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogr...
Apr 27, 2021•40 min
In the second part of this three part series Sarah does a deep dive into the behavior modification work she and Sam embarked on to help Mucho. From healing his agility-specific behaviors to teaching him to eat reliably, this one should have something in it for everyone! Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.tea...
Apr 20, 2021•27 min
