Bravo Dog Knowledge: Dog Training Podcast

Racism: A Black Dog Trainers Experience

Jun 12 • 51 min

Curtis from https://petparentallies.com is located in Philadelphia, PA. He is a positive reinforcement dog trainer and business owner and faces challenges that many of us will never know. The R+ dog training industry is not very diverse at this time…

Ragini Bhandari: Dog Trainer and Street Dog Saviour in India

May 30 • 25 min

Ragini joins us from Surat, Gujarat! We talk about how Covid19 has affected the streets dogs in her area, how street dogs live and her thoughts on how to help them without displacing them. Ragini is a certified dog trainer who uses positive reinforcement…

Separation Anxiety: Myths and Covid-19

May 16 • 34 min

Julia Naismith of www.subthresholdtraining.com joins us to talk about separation anxiety. Is this behaviour caused by the owner? Are you doing something wrong? Join us! —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Having Too Many Training Fails?

May 1 • 13 min

Sometimes we just don’t understand why our dog isn’t responding to certain things we are attempting to teach? Do you want to become a better teacher for your dog? Of course you! In this episode I’m going over some of the things that may be holding your…

Deprivation: How Does this Affect Our Dogs?

May 1 • 12 min

You may have been advised to not give your dog “human food” or they will beg. Perhaps you were told not to allow digging or it will encourage more of that? My thoughts on how deprivation can potentially cause behaviour problems you haven’t thought of… —-…

Control, ego and relationships

Mar 26 • 43 min

Erika from www.fromdusktilldog.com joins us again to discuss ”nothing in life is free”, the concepts of control regarding behavior and how it affects the relationships we have with our companion animals. —- Support this podcast:…

Social Expectations

Mar 20 • 33 min

What’s realistic to expect from our dogs in terms of social interactions with other dogs? Michelle MeGill @trainwithunderdogs chats with me on this episode. —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

The Best Thing You Can Do Post Adoption

Mar 7 • 10 min

I know you’re excited. I would be too! But, keep these things in mind post-adoption… —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Dog Reactivity: Kelsey’s Journey

Feb 11 • 31 min

Kelsey @kelseymcdogtrainer shares some insight into her journey with her dog Sadie who suffers from dog reactivity. The ups, the downs and everything in between. —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

If Your Dog Goes to the Groomer…

Feb 4 • 32 min

… you need to listen to this episode. Sarah Turner is a Fear Free Certified groomer. She discusses the ins and outs and what goes on behind the scenes when your dog goes for grooming. You may be surprised. —- Support this podcast:…

Resource Guarding

Jan 25 • 22 min

We don’t like it when our dogs resource guard but it’s actually completely normal. We discuss the types, what to do and what not to do and when it’s serious. —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Come When Called! How To Get There

Jan 14 • 13 min

Is there a 100 percent guarantee my dog will come back to me? I give you my training tips to bet a better recall. • Sign up for our free body language course at www.bravodog.ca and don’t forget use BRAVO15 at www.woofcultr.com for your 15 percent off…

Dog Parks: safe or scary?

Dec 31, 2019 • 18 min

Not sure about whether dog park are for you? We talk about what to look for and whether your dog is a good candidate! • take 15% off your order at https://woofcultr.com use BRAVO15 at check out! —- Support this podcast:…

Keeping Cool During Holidays

Dec 13, 2019 • 13 min

The holidays are a busy and fun time for most of us, but is it so for our pets? A few tips to keep incidents to a minimum —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

2 Trainers: Evolving in the Dog Training World

Dec 10, 2019 • 45 min

Lori Nanan chats with me about her evolution in the dog training world, her cool courses and everything in between! —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Are Puppies Blank Slates?

Oct 22, 2019 • 10 min

In this episode we discuss whether it’s possible for puppies, or any dog for that matter, to be considered a blank slate. www.project-puppy.com is live. Use code LAUNCH2019 for 20% off for a limited time —- Support this podcast:…

The Most Important Thing You Can Teach Your Dog

Oct 2, 2019 • 16 min

It’s not sit, down, stay or come when called! —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Post Adoption

Sep 13, 2019 • 14 min

Congratulations! You have adopted a dog…. now what? —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

When should we add another dog to our home?

Jul 4, 2019 • 15 min

When is the best time to add a dog to your family? —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Trigger Stacking

Jun 6, 2019 • 11 min

Trigger stacking can create large scale reactions. In this episode we discuss stressors, threshold and trigger stacking. —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Being an Advocate for Your Dog

May 5, 2019 • 14 min

Being an advocate for your dog can mean many things. In this episode we discuss measures you can take to empower your dog and set them up to succeed. —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Behaviour Band-Aids

Apr 16, 2019 • 12 min

Why suppressing undesirable behaviour often backfires. —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Regulation & Standards in Dog Training with Dr Karen Van Haaften

Mar 15, 2019 • 27 min

In this episode we talk to Dr Karen Van Haaften to discuss regulation in dog training and pet care. The BC SPCA has developed standards for dog trainers through the Animal Kind Accreditation program. Read about the standards here: https://bit.ly/2HoBYgu…

Notes from a Crossover Trainer

Mar 6, 2019 • 29 min

Sébastien Larabée, CPDT-KA, co-owns bravofido.com and has been working as a dog trainer and behaviour consultant for approximately 8 years. He was not always using modern, reward-based methods. Originally he was trained to use methods that were unpleasant…

Dr Zazie Todd: Barriers to the adoption of humane dog training methods

Feb 5, 2019 • 27 min

We talk to Dr Zazie Todd of http://companionanimalpsychology.com and discuss her paper ‘Barriers to the adoption of humane dog training methods’ —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Babies, Children and Dogs

Jan 25, 2019 • 33 min

We talk about children and dogs today - covering baby prep, appropriate interactions and some simple tips to set your family up for success. Kathrine Mancuso Christ joins us from www.handsfulldogtraining.com in Wichita, Kansas —- Support this podcast:…

Animal Welfare and Training Methods

Jan 19, 2019 • 18 min

The correlations between the training methods we use and the welfare of our animals is our topic on this episode. We discuss different methods, the 5 Freedoms and when to make changes. —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Leash Reactivity

Jan 12, 2019 • 25 min

Leash reactivity is all too common. It’s frustrating and can be embarrassing for dog owners. It can be even worse for the dogs at the end of leash. Often we make it worse by using the wrong equipment and approach. —- Support this podcast:…

Multiple Dog Households

Jan 5, 2019 • 14 min

Multiple dog households can face challenges. We can’t expect everyone to get along all the time so what can we do when harmony needs to be restored? —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

How to Choose a Dog Walker

Dec 23, 2018 • 29 min

We talk to Nicky Wilke of wilkewalks.ca about what to look for when screening a dog walker and if you’d like to become a dog walker we chat about that as well. —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Jane Killion of Puppy Culture & author of When Pigs Fly

Dec 8, 2018 • 40 min

Jane Killion is a woman with many titles: author, breeder, fancier, trainer, educator and advocate for working with and teaching humans and their dogs on a variety of levels. We talk about her initiative “Puppy Culture” and what drives her to continue…

Whose Walk Is It Anyway?

Dec 4, 2018 • 14 min

I often receive questions about what rules exist surrounding dog walks, what equipment to use and how to stop pulling. I’ve compiled a few answers I hope will help. —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Compassion Fatigue Expert Jessica Dolce

Nov 9, 2018 • 31 min

If you work with animals, people or even the environment chances are compassion fatigue is something you’ve experienced. Jessica discusses how to identify when CP may arise and strategies to manage it so you can continue doing the important work caring…

Certifications and Education; Why It Matters

Nov 1, 2018 • 14 min

Is experience enough in the dog training industry? Which certifications should the public look for? Which education programs should one consider? —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Richard Courtney talks Adoption: Expectations & Advice

Oct 12, 2018 • 29 min

We talk with Richard Courtney, animal welfare crusader in AZ and discuss adoption. What to expect, tips and advice. www.oneloveaz.org —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Flooding

Sep 13, 2018 • 13 min

What is flooding? Is it ethical? What can we do for fearful dogs? —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Aggression in Dogs: Michael Shikashio

Aug 29, 2018 • 39 min

Michael Shikashio specializes in aggression cases. We discuss his approach, the challenges and some helpful information to think about if your dog is facing behavior challenges. —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Fast is not Effective

Aug 24, 2018 • 13 min

Lasting behaviour change in companion animals is not linear, nor os ot fast when executed correctly. —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Corrections in Training with Erika Gonzalez

Aug 7, 2018 • 35 min

Erika Gonzalez at From Dusk Till Dog in Mantua, New Jersey joins us. Corrections in dog training. What are they and why should we avoid them? We also discuss labels and words commonly used when working with dogs that could be holding you back. —- Support…

Puppy Development & Socialization

Jul 13, 2018 • 19 min

Raising puppies is an important job and one in which we have a lot of information about socialization. —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Behavior Medications

Jun 30, 2018 • 58 min

Dr Claudia Richter discusses using medication for behavior challenges. Dr Richter is a veterinary behaviorist finishing her residency and currently practicing gives insight into how medication can help animals with behavioral challenges.…

What is Socialization?

Jun 29, 2018 • 8 min

What is socialization and can we socialize adult dogs? —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

David Shade: Military Methods Not Needed

Jun 15, 2018 • 37 min

We talk to David Shade of At Attention Dogs in Pennsylvania and discuss his journey from the US Army to force-free dog trainer & advocate. Listen to his thoughts about using evidence-based training & his approach to working with humans and their dogs. —-…

Dog Daycares

Jun 13, 2018 • 35 min

Stefania of Mindful Mutts has created a daycare model challenging the lack of standards or regulations. We discuss how to screen daycares, red flags and what to look for. —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

Chat with Don Hutton, dog trainer

Jun 9, 2018 • 25 min

Male Trainers in a Female Focused Field. We talk to Don Hutton, KPA Certified Dog Trainer and owner of Running Dogs Training & Behaviour Consulting —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support

First episode: why reward-based training?

Jun 1, 2018 • 18 min

Why Reward-based training? —- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dogknowledge/support