This week, Jess and Scott are joined once again by their friend and one of the leading international canine fitness experts, Bobbie Lyons. The North Carolina State accredited program Canine Strength and Conditioning Coaching (CSCC) is explained in detail throughout this entire episode by the program director herself. Who does Bobbie feel this program can serve? How can canine fitness play a role in pet dog training? Why is focusing on fitness and more specifically prehab so important for every c...
Sep 28, 2022•48 min•Ep. 153
This week, Scott and Jess discuss quite possibly the hottest topic in dogs today…. Doodles! Regardless if you love ‘em or hate ‘em, Doodles are here to stay. Tune in to see where The Quirky Dog podcast stands on the topic of Doodledom. What are some benefits of owning a Doodle? Why does grooming have to be a priority for any Doodle owner? How can we choose a Doodle that would fit best into our family structure? For more information about Scott and Jess and their strategies, please check out: htt...
Sep 21, 2022•31 min•Ep. 152
This week, Scott and Jess discuss different behavioral issues that may pop up over the first two years of a dog's life that then in fact seem to mold into that dog’s temperament. There is a lot of talk in the dog world about when to blame the parents, when to blame the breeder, when to blame the rescue, and when to blame the methods. This week we acknowledge those factors and also discuss how we as owners play a role in this dynamic. How can fear, aggression, or anxiety be created by the owner? ...
Sep 14, 2022•33 min•Ep. 151
This week, Jess and Scott are joined once again by Noelle Nasca and her Belgian Malinois, Inga. Noelle and Inga were able to come out and visit us in between the third and forth installment of this series, and Inga just celebrated her first birthday! How did Inga do at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe when visiting The Quirky Dog set? What was her first experience with an IGP helper like? Why has training been so much more challenging for Noelle since April? If you are listening to today’s podcast and wou...
Sep 07, 2022•58 min•Ep. 150
This week, Scott and Jess discuss the importance considering your dog’s immune system throughout the entire year. With a new upper respiratory system illness hitting New Hampshire recently, New England has been on high alert. What are a few ways to help support a dog’s immune system? How can we protect our young and old dogs? Why can genetics matter when it comes to immune system support? For more information about Scott and Jess and their strategies, please check out: https://caninehealing.com ...
Aug 31, 2022•28 min•Ep. 149
This week, Scott and Jess discuss the importance of not only mindset but also the environment in which you're working when it comes to dog training. Sometimes we rush into a situation without properly preparing for its circumstances, and these types of decisions can be detrimental to our dog’s success. How do these two factors relate to a training session? Is it more important that the dog or the handler is in a proper mindset? What are 3 quick ways to improve your mindset instantly? For more in...
Aug 24, 2022•27 min•Ep. 148
This week, Scott and Jess discuss the buzz topic of boarding and training. Scott has been providing this service for 20 years, and Jess has been working alongside him for more than half of that time. They relay their proven best practices to share with trainers who also offer Doggy Boot Camp as well as some advice to dog owners who may be searching for this type of program. What benefits can a dog owner receive from a board and train program versus classes? Why does the length of time a trainer ...
Aug 17, 2022•49 min•Ep. 147
This week, Jess comes in to chat about compassion fatigue. This is a real topic in our industry that we all of us feel deeply at times whether we are working as vets, vet techs, groomers, daycare attendees, or trainers. There are a lot of dogs out there with a lot of issues. Some owners can be more difficult to navigate than others, and it certainly isn’t always rainbows and unicorns! When are the seasons of your business and life toughest? What types of replenishing tools do you use for yoursel...
Aug 10, 2022•34 min•Ep. 146
This week, Jess and Scott are joined by Lisa Anne Zilney who owns the Natural Dawg Shop. Lisa makes these very fashionable and unique Effective Microorganisms® collars, which come in a variety of colors and styles. But best of all, her collars are free of any and all harmful chemicals! If my dog is wearing an EM collar, can he or she use another type of tick prevention as well? Is it more advisable to buy an adjustable collar or non-adjustable collar? How long does each collar last once my order...
Aug 03, 2022•29 min•Ep. 145
This week, Jess and Scott discuss the topic of chewing. Chewing could range from puppy chewing to behavioral chewing to recreational chewing to self-destructive chewing to a whole other heap of issues completely! Join us as we break down the topic today. How long does chewing related to puppy teething typically last? What should I do if my dog is chewing him or herself? Why does it matter what types of toys and treats my dog chews? For more information about Scott and Jess and their strategies, ...
Jul 27, 2022•34 min•Ep. 144
This week, Jess and Scott discuss many different aspects of traveling with your dog in a vehicle. With the hot temps, it is of course important to be mindful of how hot your vehicle is while running and while not, but there are various other aspects of vehicle travel to consider in addition to temperature. Tune into this episode to find out how to keep your dog as safe as possible while on the road. What benefits does my dog have being crated while traveling? Where should you let your dog ride i...
Jul 20, 2022•30 min•Ep. 143
This week, Jess and Scott discuss the buzz topic of regulating dog trainers. Many trainers feel very strongly about this issue, and on this episode, we give you our opinion. It may also be important to note both Scott and Jess have been professional dog trainers for close to 20 years. What do letters after one’s name provide a professional? Does this discussion seem to be related to politics? Who benefits most from regulation in dog training? For more information about Scott and Jess and their s...
Jul 13, 2022•39 min•Ep. 142
This week, Jess and Scott discuss the different dynamics that can develop within your household and how they relate to the dog. While some of this episode’s examples may seem like small nuances, some major behavioral issues may be mitigated by making some minor changes within your family dynamic. Which party is initiating fetch? Why does it matter if the dog activates you for most things? How can you ensure you are training your dog more than your dog is training you? For more information about ...
Jul 06, 2022•28 min•Ep. 141
This week, Jess and Scott are joined by Andrea Balzarini Lucas who has been involved in the veterinary industry in Cape Ann for the past decade. Scott and Andrea grew up together in Rockport, MA a few years back, and we all join together for this episode to discuss how to best help veterinary practices best serve our animals. What is daily life like for veterinary staff? How can owners help minimize their dog’s stress levels during their animal’s vet visits? Why is diarrhea one of the most stres...
Jun 29, 2022•30 min•Ep. 140
This week, Jess and Scott discuss dog ownership styles versus parenting human children in this day and age. While this title may surprise some of you, if you listen to this episode, you may agree with this sentiment more than you first thought. What are some things we require our children to do that we don’t always require our dogs to do? Why do some of these daily life decisions matter in the long run? How can we implement more structure for our dogs and in turn make the entire household more p...
Jun 22, 2022•35 min•Ep. 139
This week Scott and Jess welcome Jt Clough, an Ironman athlete and a greater San Diego area dog trainer. Scott and Jt began their dog training careers around the same time period many moons ago. How has dog behavior and training changed over the last decade? Why is continued customer support such an integral part of Jt’s business model? What are the parallels Jt finds between training for an athletic competition like the Ironman and dog training? For more information on Jt and her dog training b...
Jun 15, 2022•31 min•Ep. 138
This week, Jess and Scott are joined by Andrea Rigler who is a world-renowned disc dog competitor and performer. Dre offers seminars nationwide for disc dog training after being involved in the canine side of the sport for the past 15 years. What is life like on the road performing and competing with a handful of dogs? How can people learn from Dre as it relates to disc dog training online? Why can mindset be so meaningful even within the world of dog training? To learn about Dre’s online offeri...
Jun 08, 2022•33 min•Ep. 137
This week, Jess and Scott are joined once again by Noelle Nasca and her Belgian Malinois puppy, Inga. Scott and Jess were able to travel to meet Inga in between the second and third installment of this series, and Noelle had a full knee replacement last month. How is Inga progressing with her sport training? Why is it so important to foster both food and toy drive in a working dog puppy? What has it been like for Noelle’s dogs while she has been recovering from surgery? If you are listening to t...
Jun 01, 2022•57 min•Ep. 136
This week, Jess and Scott discuss the ever so important come when called command. It is important to not only create but also maintain a reliable recall for every dog’s safety. Plus, off leash freedom simply allows dogs to live a more enriching life. What are some helpful tips to improve a recall that has deteriorated over time? How can an owner build a very strong recall foundation into their puppy? Why should you be incredibly thoughtful of how frequently you use your recall? To check out The ...
May 25, 2022•30 min•Ep. 135
This week, Jess and Scott discuss some strategies to minimize conflict with each other in relation to the dog. In a time when so much of the world already seems so divisive, we want to help alleviate stress and tension within your family dynamic; dogs often seem to do the opposite. What are some common triggers that create animosity involving the dog and/or dog care? Why does our dog’s behavior affect us on such a deep emotional level? How can we create circumstances that allow us to live more h...
May 18, 2022•31 min•Ep. 134
This week, Jess and Scott want you to take control of your own happiness, and the happiness of your dog. You'll hear some of the tactics they use to keep a happy body, mind, and soul. To keep your dog comfortable with Kuranda beds, visit: https://dogbed.us/thequirkydog To see The Quirky Dog website LIVE, visit: https://thequirkydog.com For more information about Scott and Jess and their strategies, please check out: https://caninehealing.com To learn more about our podcast and to keep us with ou...
May 13, 2022•28 min•Ep. 132
This week, Jess and Scott are joined by Cami Bird and her adorable Corgi Trixie. Cami not only built this awesome site for our podcast, but she is also representing this amazing company as a full-time Wavoto employee. She’s a bit of a Wavoto expert to say the least! How much does a traditional Wavoto site cost per month? Why is Wavoto quickly becoming the most user-friendly platform available? Is it important to be incredibly tech savvy to build your own Wavoto website? If you are interested in ...
May 11, 2022•24 min•Ep. 133
This week, Jess and Scott are joined by Meghan Doyle and her Golden Retriever Wicked of Performance Plus K9 Activity Center in Raynham, MA. Meghan is not only a full time resident of PPK9, but she teaches most of the training classes there currently as well. What are some creative ways to make group class more fun? How can dog owners best get their dogs acclimated to a new environment? Why do owners actually help their dogs through rehearsing quiet? If you live near Raynham, MA and are looking f...
May 04, 2022•30 min•Ep. 131
This week, Jess and Scott are joined by Sarah Stremming, host of the Cog-Dog Radio podcast. Sarah is a well known competitor, blogger, instructor, and podcaster. She specializes mostly in behavior and is currently competing in obedience and agility. To learn more about her and her methods, please check out her links below. What are some different methods each of us use to calm our own dogs and/or client dogs? Why is professionalism in dog training so important? Will certain methods of healing ou...
Apr 27, 2022•37 min•Ep. 130
This week, Jess and Scott discuss resilience not only in life but also in dog training. They both have been literally practicing the art of resilience from the womb until today. Tune is as they discuss their thoughts about how resilience can relate to your dog. What does resilience look like in a dog? Why is resilience important in dogs? How can you infuse resilience into a dog that may have had a traumatic past? For more information about Scott and Jess and their strategies, please check out: h...
Apr 20, 2022•31 min•Ep. 129
This week, Jess and Scott discuss how both dog training and life with your dog may not always unfold how you originally envision it. One of Scott’s least favorite lines is, “We just wanted to see what would happen!” because his clients are often disappointed with the outcome when approaching a situation with that mentality. What are some measures you can take to ensure a training session is successful? How can you prepare for a potential worst case scenario in certain life situations? Why does h...
Apr 13, 2022•31 min•Ep. 128
This week, Jess and Scott discuss the Canine Good Citizen test. Temperament tests like these are more important than many owners realize. While a ribbon and certificate are rewarding, the fact that your dog can work around unfamiliar humans, dogs, and distractions is the true credential. How can passing the CGC with your dog affect your home owner’s insurance? Would your CGC testing transfer to another environment? Where can dog owners find a CGC class or a CGC testing site for their dogs? For m...
Apr 06, 2022•32 min•Ep. 127
This week, Jess and Scott discuss their best practices for maintaining a balanced household. Of course we all want to give our dogs as many liberties as possible; however, sometimes we become too lenient too quickly and then everything may start to unravel. Join us on this episode to help you find the proper balance for your house. How much freedom is too much? Why should I implement rules when my dog isn’t adversely affecting anyone else? What are some easy ways to create order where there is n...
Mar 30, 2022•41 min•Ep. 126
This week, Jess and Scott discuss owing a Terrier. A true Terrier is not a joke. In today’s podcast, Scott and Jess are joined by Loki who is a Jack Russell Terrier. This dog is the first client dog in a decade to remind Scott and Jess of their Jagd terrier, Shorty. How is a Terrier different from other breeds? Why can these dogs sometimes fall out of toy or food drive in the presence of other animals? Should I get a Terrier as a family pet? For more information about Scott and Jess and their st...
Mar 23, 2022•32 min•Ep. 125
This week, Jess and Scott discuss dog ownership and the gift of helping our old dogs transition to peace in divine time. GiGi was Scott’s Pomeranian for 14 years, and she just passed away last week. This week they pay tribute to their Little Squirt. What is considered tiny for a dog? Why would there be different lifestyle choices because of a dog’s size? How can things like alopecia possibly improve in dogs of any size? To see GiGi receive a live Animal Communication reading on our episode with ...
Mar 16, 2022•31 min•Ep. 124
