Something To Wag About

Food helps build confidence right? Not always.

Christina and Erin talk about the use of food in training particularly for fearful dogs and considering arousal. 

Is your dog too busy?

Christina and Erin talk about the pressure put on dog owners to have their dogs do 'all the things'. For many dogs, classes, pack hikes, and lots of training isn't helpful, in fact it can be detrimental. 

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?