Join Sarah in a system of reflection and goal setting for your dogs in the new year. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Jan 03, 2023•9 min
In the final episode of Cog Dog Radio for the year 2022, Join Sarah in celebrating ten years of The Cognitive Canine and see what’s in store for 2023 and beyond. Classroom: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio IG: @cognitive_canine TT: @ sarahstremming Fb: facebook.com/thecognitivecanine
Dec 13, 2022•5 min
A surprise podcast to let you know to join me Monday December 12th at noon pacific for some big announcements! IG: @cognitive_canine TT: @ sarahstremming Fb: facebook.com/thecognitivecanine Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Cog Dog Classroom: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Dec 09, 2022•2 min
When we have our dogs in the world it is important that we follow certain “rules” to help them not be a nuisance. Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Cog Dog Classroom: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Dec 06, 2022•30 min
Sarah sat down with Shade Whitesel to talk about finding the right balance between highly adrenalizing activities and calmer more self-regulated ones for our dogs. Find Shade at www.shadesdogtraining.net and on instagram @shadewhitesel Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Nov 29, 2022•58 min
In this crossover episode with the Paws and Reward podcast Sarah and Marissa sit down to discuss the many nuanced considerations when utilizing therapeutic setups for dog-directed reactivity. Join Sarah and Marissa for more on this topic in their webinar The World’s NOT a Stage: Reactivity Setups on November 29th at 5pm pacific. The webinar will be recorded so if you can’t attend live, not to worry! Register here: www.pawsandreward.com Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ ...
Nov 22, 2022•1 hr 9 min
Dogs and kids; not the fantasy some people imagine. What if you already have kids and you want to upgrade to a sportier dog? What if you have sport dogs already and you want to have kids? Are kids and dogs even a good match? All this and more. Find Michelle at www.poochparenting.net Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Nov 15, 2022•54 min
Which behavior problems are about training, and which are about lack of maturity? Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Nov 08, 2022•17 min
Is there a time and a place to intentionally utilize one type of learning over another in dog training? Can you ever be operating in only one learning form? Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Nov 01, 2022•37 min
This week explore the question “where does habituation end and flooding begin?” Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Oct 25, 2022•24 min
We talk a lot about self regulation and impulse control in dogs and it is past time for us to discuss the very necessary self control it takes for sport trainers to not harm their futures with their bright young dogs. Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Oct 18, 2022•22 min
Repeat guest Lisa Mullinax CDBC and Sarah chat about the special skillset it requires to not only work with but to live with exceptionally challenging dogs. Find Lisa here: https://www.serenitycanine.com/ Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Oct 11, 2022•53 min
Ash Osborn CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP is the owner-operator of Pawsitive Pups Academy in Omaha Nebraska. With a decade in the field and a lot of picky eaters-turned chow hounds under her belt, she was the ideal guest to talk about the practical ways to increase food interest in our dogs, and our client dogs. Find Ash at https://www.pawsitivepupsacademy.com/ Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Oct 04, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Hyper social behaviors, food aversion, recall questions, and more! Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Sep 27, 2022•30 min
Join Sarah and cooperative veterinary care expert Monique Feyrecilde in a dynamic discussion about how we can best support our dogs through their veterinary experiences. Find Monique here: My website for information & consults: www.teachinganimals.com My YouTube (tutorial library growing all the time): https://www.youtube.com/teachinganimals Cooperative Veterinary Care Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cooperativevetcare/ My veterinary clinic: www.mercerislandvet.com Fear Free ...
Sep 20, 2022•1 hr 10 min
In this crossover episode with the Functional Breeding Podcast, Sarah and Dr Jessica Hekman DVM dive into what the word “functional” actually means when it comes to our dogs. Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Sep 13, 2022•1 hr 15 min
In this crossover episode with the Paws and Reward podcast join Sarah and Marissa Martino in discussion about Marissa’s recent trip to Peru and the life lessons for dog people she found there. Find Marissa at www.pawsandreward.com Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Sep 06, 2022•55 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. Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Aug 30, 2022•25 min
Have you ever embarked on a training program and wondered “is this working? How will I know if it will work?” Explore these questions with Sarah through a real life training project of hers. Hint: it’s not about the dog. Cog Dog Classroom: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Aug 23, 2022•31 min
Do dogs have self-control? If they do, can we train it? What's different about self-regulation and "impulse control"? Find out in this episode! FDSA Registration: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/people/786-people/faculty/10574-sarah-stremming Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Aug 16, 2022•34 min
What does it mean for dogs to be “hidden potential”? Are they shut down dogs? Stress down dogs? Sick dogs? Unfit dogs? How can we help them? FDSA Registration: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/people/786-people/faculty/10574-sarah-stremming Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Cog Dog Classroom: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Aug 09, 2022•19 min
What are your values when it comes to competing with your dogs? Will you run a dog after an injury? Will you run a dog that is afraid of the judge? If you drove across the country for an event, what would make you scratch? Join Sarah on this deep dive of her own values, and decide your own. FDSA Registration: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/people/786-people/faculty/10574-sarah-stremming Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Cog Dog Classroom: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Aug 02, 2022•27 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! FDSA Registration: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/people/786-people/faculty/10574-sarah-stremming Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Cog Dog Classroom: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Jul 26, 2022•45 min
Differential reinforcement is how we build some behaviors and not others. Utilizing a hierarchy of reinforcers can allow us to create a hierarchy of chosen behaviors for our dogs. This is valuable in recalls, in tough shaping projects, and even in sport training. Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Cog Dog Classroom: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Jul 19, 2022•19 min
What makes recalls reliable? What breaks them down? All this and more! Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Cog Dog Classroom: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Jul 12, 2022•15 min
What makes recalls reliable? What breaks them down? All this and more! Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Cog Dog Classroom: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Jul 12, 2022•15 min
Sarah often recommends never allowing dogs to chase wildlife so that they don’t build a reinforcement history for this behavior pattern, but what about the dogs that are hardwired to chase? Do the same principles apply? Alisa Healy is the owner and trainer at Dog Forward Training, where she specializes in helping people raise puppies for an active lifestyle through training and socialization services in the Chicago suburbs. She is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner and a Licensed F...
Jul 05, 2022•41 min
Join Sarah in a dynamic discussion with her strength and fitness coach, Liz Joyce. They talk about splitting, coach and learner responsibility, the power of positive reinforcement, and so much more. Sign up for courses and get to know Liz at www.caninehandlerfitness.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Cog Dog Classroom: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Jun 28, 2022•1 hr
Sarah addresses the viral meme with the quote, “Holding dogs accountable is uncomfortable. But having dogs fail because you won’t teach, confront, or correct is unacceptable.”--Dave Kroyer. Can dogs be accountable for anything? What does that even mean? Why is it uncomfortable? Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Jun 21, 2022•22 min
When working with any behavior you’re trying to influence, you can either choose to train it in the context you’ll need it, or you can choose to layer the context in gradually. Which is a better choice, and when? Are there drawbacks to each? Join Sarah as she explores these questions. Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Cog Dog Classroom: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Jun 14, 2022•21 min