Something To Wag About

Anxiety and the Role of Medication

Christina and Erin talk about anxiety, the impact it can have on your dog and when they may recommend talking to your vet about medication as part of a behaviour modification plan.  

Multiple Markers for Reactivity?

Erin and Christina discuss no-choice moments, multiple markers and arousal control for reactivity, and answer two student questions about settling in a crate and eye contact.  Hope you enjoy!

Be Their Advocate

Be your dog's advocate.  You have probably heard it, but what does it mean and what does it look like?

What? A Lesson IN The Dog Park??

Yep, you read it right. Christina talks about taking a puppy into a dog park. 

Walks - What’s the Purpose?

In this episode Christina and Erin discuss different types of walks (yes, there is more than one!) and what the purpose of each type is.

The Four F’s

We all have heard of flight or fight, but do you know what the other stress responses are?  Christina and Erin take a short deep dive into how dogs can respond to stressful situations.

Puppy Socialization -Not What You Think!

Christina and Erin talk about socializing their puppies and the choices they make. 

Pivot!

Get frustrated when things aren't going to plan?  What can we do to help us and our dogs through these moments?

Important Skills for Every Dog

What skills should all dogs have?  What about nice to haves?  We discuss it all in this episode.

Recall Tips for the Real World

Today we discuss tips to help your recall when you are training around other dogs, squirrels, and other fun distractions.