Some Basic Science Ep91
In the first part, we'll be talking about using the Scientific Method. In the second part, we'll be playing a game of "Opinion or Observation".
Jul 28, 2020•24 min•Ep. 91
Creating Great Grooming Dogs
This is the podcast where dog grooming and dog training meet! Learn how to teach dogs to be great for grooming and other types of handling for health and comfort. Perfect for groomers, trainers, owners, and other pet professionals.
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Such A Silly Puppy Ep90
In the first part, we'll talk about a puppy that I worked with on the grooming table this week. In the second part, we'll talk about the training history of that puppy.
Jul 21, 2020•33 min•Ep. 90
Teamwork Ep89
In the first part, we'll talk about working as a team and helping dogs win. In the second part, we'll talk about calming dogs if they become frightened and how to communicate that to owners.
Jul 14, 2020•23 min•Ep. 89
Some Simple Steps Ep88
This week we're talking about keeping it simple. In the first part, we'll talk about some basic steps to follow with every dog. In the second part, we'll talk about using "Name And Explain" to help when a dog has trouble.
Jul 07, 2020•26 min•Ep. 88
Why Learn About Behavior or Grooming? Ep87
In the first part, we'll talk about good reasons for groomers to learn about behavior. In the second part, we'll talk about good reasons for other dog pros to learn about the grooming process.
Jun 30, 2020•29 min•Ep. 87
Injuries to Dogs and People Ep86
This week we're talking about the many ways that dogs and humans can be injured during the grooming process and how that ties in with the need to address behavior issues.
Jun 23, 2020•27 min•Ep. 86
What Are You Trying To Accomplish & Is It Working? Ep85
This week, we're talking about the terminology of the measure of behavior change. Look at increasing, maintaining, or decreasing a behavior and assessing if you see a change or not.
Jun 16, 2020•25 min•Ep. 85
"What do I do when....." and how to make progress. Ep84
In the first part, we'll talk about what to do when a dog is having trouble. In the second part,we'll talk about making progress.
Jun 09, 2020•32 min•Ep. 84
Exploring The Dog's Homelife Ep83
This week, we're talking about dogs when they're at home. What do their owners expect from them? What do their owners believe is going on at home, at the groomer, and at the vet. Why should we be asking?
Jun 02, 2020•28 min•Ep. 83
Gentle, Kind, and Patient Handling Pays Off Ep82
In the first part, we'll talk about the advantages to gentle, kind, and patient handling. In the second part, we'll talk about introducing our owners to the idea.
May 26, 2020•26 min•Ep. 82
Physical Prompts and Molding Ep81
This week, we're talking about how physical prompts, molding, and using touch to give a dog cues and information doesn't work well for off leash and hands free obedience but is the perfect tool for grooming, vet visits, and health care at home.
May 20, 2020•25 min•Ep. 81
Getting Back To Work With Covid-19 Ep80
In the first part, we'll talk about helping our owners feel comfortable with new procedures and protocols. In the second part, we'll talk about what may be different for the dogs.
May 12, 2020•27 min•Ep. 80
When The Dog Is Having Trouble and Some Tips Ep79
In the first part, we'll talk about the difference between when the dog is having trouble and when the person is having trouble. In the second part, we'll talk about some tips and tricks to help dogs be more comfortable.
Apr 23, 2020•29 min•Ep. 79
Owners Should Be Able To Handle Basic Dog Care Ep78
In the first part, we'll talk about how important it is for owners to be able to work with and on their dogs. In the second part, we'll talk about introducing owners to the "3 C's" Calm, Comfortable, and Cooperative.
Apr 15, 2020•29 min•Ep. 78
Age Differences Ep77
What difference does age make with behavior problems during grooming, vet care, and care at home? What should be be thinking about while working with puppies, adult dogs, and elderly dogs?
Apr 08, 2020•23 min•Ep. 77
Helping Owners Ep76
This week we're talking about helping owners during the Corona Virus. We'll talk about the problems they may befacing with their dogs right now and information that we can offer them.
Apr 02, 2020•24 min•Ep. 76
What if I'm not a trainer? How do I find a trainer? Ep75
In the first part, we'll talk about how much training is going on in day to day life. Training doesn't just happen when a trainer sets it up. In the second part, we'll talk about finding a trainer.
Mar 25, 2020•21 min•Ep. 75
Safety And Your Animal Career Ep74
In the first part, we'll talk about having a Safety Policy and explaining to customers the many ways that a dog who is having trouble can get hurt. In the second part, we'll talk about the business costs if a dog, employee, or you get hurt.
Mar 18, 2020•31 min•Ep. 74
Asking The Right Questions Ep73
This week we'll be playing around with a made up example of when we aren't asking the right questions. We'll ask "do we need a better bucket?". In the second part, I'll give you a brief introduction to a tool to help figure out behavior problems. Applied Behavior Analysis, Functional Behavior Assesment, and Antecedent, Behavior, Consequence chains. Don't worry! I'll try to make this tool fun and easy.
Mar 10, 2020•25 min•Ep. 73
Medications For Behavior Issues Ep72
This week, we're talking about our role as dog pros who are not veterinarians. Gathering clues about what behaviors are normal and abnormal and helping owners understand that their Vet may have some medications that can help their dogs be comfortable.
Feb 26, 2020•22 min•Ep. 72
Consent and Cooperative Care Ep71
In the first part, we'll talk about what consent is and why it's important. In the second part, we'll talk about consent as communication.
Feb 18, 2020•25 min•Ep. 71
A Trip Into "Crazy Land" Ep70
In the first part, we'll discuss what we would do if were "in crazy land" and wanted to teach dogs to be aggressive for grooming and vet visits. What would we do if we "wanted" dogs to struggle and wiggle against us? In the second part, we talk about avoiding tunnel vision and thinking about the bigger picture.
Feb 12, 2020•23 min•Ep. 70
Planning For Pain And Discomfort Ep69
In the first part, we'll go over some questions for owners to find out how their dog responds when they don't want to be touched. In the second part, we'll talk about some things for owners to do at home.
Feb 05, 2020•24 min•Ep. 69
Ep68 Why are people reluctant to try?
This week, we'll talk about why some people aren't ready to try to teach dogs to be good for grooming, vet visits, and home care. We'll talk about why forcing dogs to "get it done" is still so common.
Jan 28, 2020•21 min•Ep. 68
Every Dog, Every Time, and Every Situation Ep67
This week we'll talk about what we should try with Every Dog, Every Time, and in Every Situation.
Jan 22, 2020•21 min•Ep. 67
A "Quick Answer" Isn't Always A Good Idea Ep66
This week, we're talking about answering questions with more questions and clue-gathering. How does that work when we talk about a specific dog?
Jan 15, 2020•26 min•Ep. 66
Train Your Dog Month! Ep65
January is train your dog month. We'll be discussing what training is and how we can encourage owners to continue to train during their dog's lifetime.
Jan 08, 2020•23 min•Ep. 65
What owners can do with puppies Ep64
This week, we'll talk about some puppies that I'm working with. In the first part, we'll talk about breaking things into tiny steps and teaching about carriers. In the second part, we'll talk about getting owners touching their dogs.
Jan 02, 2020•23 min•Ep. 64
Patience Ep63
This week we're talking about patience and 3 strategies to help us be patient.
Dec 25, 2019•25 min•Ep. 63
Understanding other dog professions Ep62
This week, we're talking about the importance of having a working knowledge of other dog professions. Learning more about how dogs are handled in veterinary settings, grooming settings, and training settings will help you find like minded professionals to help you with your customers.
Dec 18, 2019•23 min•Ep. 62
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