Cog-Dog Radio: Recent Episodes
Sarah Stremming, The Cognitive Canine
Pain is frequently a component of behavior cases and not often discussed from a behavior consultant’s viewpoint. But pain is not strictly a medical concern and the behavior field at large needs to know how to approach it from our skillset. Scratch the surface on this meaty topic with Sarah as she dives into pain as an individual experience and explores it through the biopsychosocial model.www.physio-pedia.com/Biopsychosocial_Modelwww.zoffness.com/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Being someone your dog thinks is worth listening to can’t be boiled down to dog training alone. Being reliable yet unpredictable, fun and also very clear on un-fun things, and more like a dog than the dog expects, are all ways you can be worthy of your dog’s attention. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Dog trainers commonly refer to “fallout” in relation to certain tools or procedures for behavior change. This is not untrue or unreasonable, fallout definitely occurs often in behavior change. But rather than the dichotomous thinking that leads us to believe some things cause fallout and others don’t, Sarah suggests in this episode that all things cause side effects and we should always pay attention to them. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Elevating the ability of dog trainers, behavior pros, and dog guardians, Join Sarah in conversation with friend of the pod Tara Stillwell (https://forrestschoolfordogs.com/) as they reveal a thrilling opportunity for dog welfare enthusiasts, the Off Leash Freedom Summit. offleashfreedomsummit.comSign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Ok, so dogs need to be off leash. But how? What do they need to know? More importantly, what does the person need to know? Attend a Worked Up workshop this summer! www.workedup2026.com Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Why must dogs be off leash in nature to thrive? Is it really as important as Sarah is always saying? In short, yes, they do need and yes, it is that important. Dig into why in this episode. Attend a Worked Up workshop this summer! www.workedup2026.com Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
When the internal system is unstable the external systems must step up to support that system. Meaning, when chronic health concerns or even just a highly specialized mind are part of the dog you are trying to care for, you have to show up with strong external systems of support to help them thrive. Attend a Worked Up workshop this summer! www.workedup2026.com Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Sit down this week with Sarah and Tara Stiwell, a licensed family dog mediator of the working division who co-owns Glimmer Dog where the innovative Forrest School operates. Forrest School integrates natural environments, stable social groups, and support and skill development to solve all manner of behavioral concerns in dogs. Attend a Worked Up workshop this summer! www.workedup2026.com Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Do dogs need to tolerate frustration to live successfully in the human world? Do they need to tolerate frustration in order to be successful in sports? What even IS frustration tolerance? Attend a Worked Up workshop this summer! www.workedup2026.com Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In dog sports the dog can’t be an equal teammate because the human is fully in charge. But a dog can be treated like a partner or they can be treated like a tool, and it is important in either case to know what your values are and stick to them. Attend a Worked Up workshop this summer! www.workedup2026.com Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Throughout all the worked up material the mantra is repeated: calm down first, feel better second. But dogs don’t need to be calm all the time, and calmness is relative. So what does that actually mean, and how do we teach it? Attend a Worked Up workshop this summer! www.workedup2026.com Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Mental or cognitive flexibility is a vital skill to navigate life and big feelings. But we deliberately breed dogs with inflexible minds and it is our job to teach them how to bend so they do not break. A little breakdown, and some practical skills, and you’ll be off to the races to help your dog and yourself be a little more flexible. Attend a Worked Up workshop this summer! www.workedup2026.com Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Some dogs are just “full of bees”--meaning they are buzzing with energy. What does sensory integration therapy have to do with dogs? It turns out, kind of a lot. If your dog is a little bit too much providing them with sensory outlets–especially the outlets they tend to seek themselves–is not only necessary for progress but vital for good welfare. Learn all about releasing the bees in this episode. NEW WEBINAR: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/offers/m4yqk2cMAttend a Worked Up workshop this summer! www.workedup2026.com Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Partnership skills go way beyond the basics of training. To be truly in partnership with your dog you need to be able to tell them how to take a reward, they need to be able to ask you if they can have a reward, and you also need to be adept at handling the dog physically in space. But in addition to those dog training skills (which should be, but are not often, commonplace) you need the skill of emotional attunement. Your dog already has that skill, in spades, so its time for you to learn, too. Attend a Worked Up workshop this summer! www.workedup2026.com Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
If you have heard or even used the phrase “over arousal” in reference to a dog, this one is for you. Join Sarah in her explanation of the circumplex model of emotion and what it has to do with our dogs. Should we respond to an angry dog the same way we respond to an excited one? Why is it easy to get frustrated when highly aroused, but not easy to feel joy in the same mindset? Do we have to calm down to feel better, or can we feel better by getting activated? All this and more. Attend a Worked Up workshop this summer! www.workedup2026.com Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
The name “Worked Up” is ten years old now, but the material Sarah teaches under that label has undergone a major evolution. From the 1.0 days of managing dogs’ feelings with food so that handlers had time and space to improve their skills, to the 2.0 material that focused on the dog training that was needed in order for dogs to manage their own feelings, to the current era that draws from neuroscience, somatics, and yes, good dog training. Attend a Worked Up workshop this summer! www.workedup2026.com Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Fear of airplanes, failure to get along with another dog, whether or not a head collar is better than a prong collar, and how to fulfill hunty dogs. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Aversive interventions are sometimes necessary, and sometimes the right answer. But within the R+landia space we often don’t discuss them, and it’s time to. Join Sarah as she rehashes her old thoughts from the first episode she did about this four years ago, revises her criteria, and shares new ideas about aversive consequences in dog training. https://sarahstremming.com/podcasts/replay-punishment-within-lima/https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/talking-punishment-with-guest-sarah-stremming/id1727464090?i=1000648935084Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Play has a powerful role in our dogs’ lives (and in ours). It is vital to all development, and it allows the mindbody to repair and restore in ways that rival sleep. So what the hell is it, and how can we make sure our dogs are doing it? Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Have you ever labeled a dog distracted after or during a session? Were you sure that the dog was just distracted, or might the dog have been uncomfortable? How would you know, and are there ways to respond in the two scenarios? Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
What quadrant is this? Or even, “is this punishment?” can be worthwhile questions. Or they can be minimizing questions that fail to keep the full spectrum of relationships and emotions front of mind. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Dog trainers are often tasked with helping dogs feel less afraid of things in their daily environments. This can be loud noises, it can be strangers, or it can even be slick floors or novel sights. The well known stimulus-stimulus pairing approach trainers call counter conditioning is not as effective as it has been made out to be, and this complex emotion requires more nuanced planning. Be sure to check out episode 373, “When Your Dog is Afraid” as well! Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
SAR K9 training, chronic pain, a follow up question about off leash skills, and more! Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
You taught your dog not to pull on leash, and mostly they are good about this rule. But occasionally they still do, so what gives? Why does this behavior have such a strong tendency to resurge and what should you do about it? Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
If you find yourself asking “when do I actually get to train dogs?” in your role as a dog trainer, you are not alone. There is a place for Dog Training in the world of behavior, but it comes after welfare interventions. The best professionals are good at both, and the excellent ones know what to do, when. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
One of the biggest buzzwords in dogdom is “arousal.” Join Sarah and guest Megan Foster for this special crossover episode with the Fostering Excellence in Agility Podcast to discuss what arousal is, what behaviors are actually driven by it, and what to do if you believe your dog to be “wrongly” (or “over”) aroused. www.fxagility.com Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
If there is a quicker or easier way to get somewhere, why not take that route? So often in dog training we hold ourselves to an unnecessary standard. If the shortcut doesn’t require extra work, doesn’t cause anyone distress, and allows you to get the desired outcome faster, then take it! Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Dogs want to remain in attachment to us; so when they have a hard time participating in our sports or games sometimes training is the culprit but not always. What if the dogs we label “soft” are actually sick?Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
A young dog that is chasing cars, how to shape a tighter radius on walks, a puppy who isn’t decompressing around other dogs, and more! Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
It is common for fear, anxiety, and a general lack of confidence to be confused in both the professional and guardian space. Understanding the difference between these three, and therefore how to treat them, is vital to addressing these welfare-threatening mindsets our dogs experience. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Did we throw useful stuff out with the dominance theory bathwater? A vital shift in dog behavior occurred when trainers and behavior consultants everywhere, from all walks, threw out the outdated and debunked theory that dogs are always striving to dominate us. But when we stopped thinking about dogs as living in packs with humans we also stopped talking about them as living in family units with humans, and that is a mistake. So what’s the difference between a pack and a family? What does it mean to be a family? Explore these questions in this episode.
For the final four episodes of Cog Dog Radio in the year 2024 we are focusing on overlooked or misunderstood areas of healing in the world of dog behavior. Unsurprisingly these are concepts our society and culture could stand to better embrace. For the first in this series we will explore adult friendship, whether dogs need friends or not, and what it might mean to decide for them that they don’t. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
We live in a fast-paced society and therefore, so do our dogs. As a consequence of selective breeding, training, and just plain captivity, our dogs do not access “calm” states well. We all need a little slow school from time to time. So take a deep breath, sit down, and listen to this one. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
The research is clear: being outside is good for us. And it is good for our dogs, too. When we know this to be true–with or without empirical data–why do we still find it so hard? Are there solutions to this? Is this actually worth doing? Isn’t a quick stroll around the block better than nothing? Vow in 2025 to go outside more with your dog; you will not regret it. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Disordered eating is normalized in our society and it is normalized in our dogs, too. Dogs should want to eat. Their GI should function normally. These are not radical statements, and yet most dogs Sarah sees in her private behavior work have some kind of damaged relationship to food. Dig into why this happens and what we can do about it. Then eat, drink, and be merry yourself on this holiday. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
There are essentially three ways to be with a dog in the human world. You can regiment them either physically or mentally, or they can be free. They want to be free, but the situation, the dog’s skills, the dog’s mental stability, and the human’s skills all need to be taken into account. When should we choose physical regimentation over mental or vice versa? When can they actually be free, and what is true freedom? Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Have you heard the rule “never punish a growl”? Dog training has come a long way since the yank and crank days, but some of the adages birthed from the changing tides, like “never punish a growl,” deserve a deeper look. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In the episode about border collies Sarah referenced the concept of the “mental prison.” In this episode she elaborates on that thought, on what dogs get trapped in prisons of their own making, and on ways to help them escape. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
and you can find it here: https://www.science.org/doi/full/10.1126/sciadv.adp4591Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Border collies are special; they have a highly specialized mind and a supremely athletic body and both deserve care that matches the degree of their uniqueness. Whether you are thinking about adding a border collie to your life or already a border collie guardian, enjoy some food for thought regarding what it might mean to care for this exceptional breed of dog. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Behavior pros, is AI coming for your job? Yeah, kind of. Let’s get real about what’s wrong with this, and what is within our control. https://www.bestlifedogservices.com/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
A skill you need to help your dog navigate tough environments is vigilance that doesn’t come with heightened emotions on your part. You’ve got to watch out for potential dangers and challenges while also staying cool about it all; and that’s legitimately hard to do! The good news is, you can learn how. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Your first dog was fun, easy, and you had a lovely time in dog sports. But for your second you decided you wanted a faster model. You upgraded. Or, did you?Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
As behavior professionals we need to be proficient in the areas of environmental management, enrichment, and also dog training. But we are not a master of all three we might lean too heavily on one or two of them while forgoing the third, sometimes to the detriment of the case. Join Sarah in an exploration of each of these areas through the lens of practical examples.Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Food is a good thing in dog training, right? Like most things, anything that has the power to do good also has the power to do harm, and food is no different. Avoiding use of food as a “rescue” and leaning into use of food as “repair” is one nuanced take on food within unexpected or scary encounters, and Sarah also dives into some basics on when food can and can’t be helpful. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
The phenomenon “post-restraint collapse” refers to the outburst types of behaviors that can occur after requests for control or tough situations that require high levels of self-control. We can allow for post-restraint collapse, but we can be smarter by affecting the restraint portion itself to see if we can affect the collapse in a positive way. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
You listened to episode 404 about dog training as a hero’s journey; but where do you go from there? Sarah goes more in-depth in this episode regarding finding your own guide in the dog behavior world. To apply for fall mentorship send Sarah an email with the subject like “ready for a guide” to sarah@sarahstremming.comSign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Stop! Before listening, go watch this SNL skit about Surprise Party Sue: www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4R1yybhmHgOk, now, is Sue a dog you know? Maybe Sue is your dog. Maybe she is a client’s dog. This skit is something Sarah uses to explain to her clients how their dogs are behaving, and from there discussions like “is this ok/normal?” and also “what can we do about it?” can happen. When these questions were posed on social media, the answers were surprising. Listen to hear Sarah’s take on Surprise Party Sue.Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Puppy stuff, car aversion, reactivity in apartment complexes, and more! Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Piggybacking on episode 373, When Your Dog is Afraid, Sarah tells a real life story of applying the principles in an imperfect scenario. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
The adage goes that we can all learn something from everyone. But if you are learning from everyone, are you actually learning from anyone? Sarah posits in this description of dog training education as a hero’s journey of sorts that there are five categories of teachers that matter; and knowing which kind you are being presented with is vital to true growth as a professional or a hobbyists. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
With twenty years in the field and half of them being online, Sarah brings a unique perspective to the virtual behavior consulting space. Guardians and consultants can both gleam insight from this episode that is all about what happens behind the scenes for the Cog Dog Coach. How long do clients usually stay? Is everyone successful? What about behavior problems that turn out to be medical? Is there universal information, or is everything tailored? Learn about the format, the life lessons, and the mistakes too, all in this episode.Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Attunement is the ability to perceive and respond to the emotions of another and it is vital to good relationships, dog-human or otherwise. This is a magical thing, but also a practical skillset that can be learned. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Dog trainers are often tasked with helping dogs feel less afraid of things in their daily environments. This can be loud noises, it can be strangers, or it can even be slick floors or novel sights. The well known stimulus-stimulus pairing approach trainers call counter conditioning is not as effective as it has been made out to be, and this complex emotion requires more nuanced planning. Be sure to check out episode 373, “When Your Dog is Afraid” as well! Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In this special episode of Cog Dog Radio join Sarah and repeat guest Karishma Warr in a discussion about capacity. Capacity for us, for our dogs, and for our clientele. Find out what happens when we recognize where our capacity is, when we operate within community, the difference between a sink and a waterfall, and so much more. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Recalls, radius, and rebounds are the three behaviors you will need to build in your dog if you want them to have off leash freedom. But more importantly, there are tenants these things rely on to be solid. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Can we obedience our way out of behavior problems? Yes, and no. Therapy for behavior problems requires that we are able to avoid repetition of the problem we are trying to solve, and skills training might be one way to do that. But it isn’t the only way, and there is more to the story. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Dog trainers LOVE to talk about errorless learning. They either worship at the feet of the concept of an error-free life OR they claim learning free of error is a fallacy. But this isn’t an either-or conversation, and we must be careful not to project our own personal feelings about failure onto our dogs. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Strange behavior in an agility lesson and a frightened dog on trails. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Should you approach your young dog’s reactions to an unknown inanimate object the same as a dog or person? If your dog overreacts to a kid on a bike, is that the same thing as trying to chase a rabbit? The way you respond to each type of trigger varies, and is important to keep in mind as you enter the world with your puppy or adolescent (or even newly adopted adult) dog. Social, prey, inanimate, and non-social animate are the four trigger types Sarah covers in this episode. Learn how they are different and how your responses to them should be too. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Sit down this week with Sarah and Tara Stiwell, a licensed family dog mediator of the working division who co-owns Glimmer Dog where the innovative Forrest School operates. Forrest School integrates natural environments, stable social groups, and support and skill development to solve all manner of behavioral concerns in dogs. Join Tara June 16 for her webinar all about Forrest School, and use the link below or the discount code COGDOG20. https://glimmer.dog/forrest-school-webinar?promo=COGDOG20Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Opinions abound in both professional and guardian spaces regarding the suite of behaviors we label “reactivity.” Barky, lunge-y, screamy, shouty behaviors, usually directed at social triggers, are some of the biggest reasons guardians seek help for their dogs. Because of this, protocols and programs are not hard to find, but real help sometimes is. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In the final installment of The False Dichotomy Sarah and Lisa wrap up their conversation about the “balanced vs force free” falsehood in dog training.Find Lisa Mullinax at www.serenitycanine.com
In the second (of three!) parts on The False Dichotomy in dog training, Sarah and Lisa get into the weeds regarding what effectiveness looks like, what it truly means to manipulate aversive or appetitive stimuli, and all the nuances involved. Stay tuned for the final installment in two weeks!Two podcasts on reinforcement:Sarah-stremming – Reinforcement-misunderstandingsSarah-stremming – Coercion-with-adam-skandaraniA blog concerning the coercion of R+:thecognitivecanine.com/high-value-vs…einforcement/Find Lisa at serenitycanine.com and shelterbehavior.comSign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In response to the “trainer wars” between the balanced and force-free communities Sarah and past podcast guest (and friend) Lisa Mullinax sit down to talk about the place where ethics meet efficacy. Lisa and Sarah do not claim a label as trainers (neither balanced nor force-free), and have both undergone an evolution in the behavior field that has helped them to arrive at a place free of dogma and full of compassion.Know the opinions expressed here are vulnerable and honest, and there can’t be enough time for all nuance to be present in all conversations. Neither Sarah nor Lisa represent anything other than themselves in their thoughts expressed herein.Two podcasts on reinforcement:Sarah-stremming – Reinforcement-misunderstandingsSarah-stremming – Coercion-with-adam-skandaraniA blog concerning the coercion of R+:thecognitivecanine.com/high-value-vs…einforcement/Find Lisa at serenitycanine.com and shelterbehavior.comhttps://sarahstremming.com/tennis-racquets-and-doubles-partners/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Conceptually, approaching behavior cases with a welfare-first approach makes sense. But what should we do when the dog’s welfare is being affected by multiple factors? Is there a “right” place to start when the behavior bingo card is basically blacked out? https://sarahstremming.com/tennis-racquets-and-doubles-partners/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Is it a phase? Will they grow out of it? Is my young dog cursed for life with reactivity? The good news is that adolescence passes. The bad news is the lessons learned there do not. Learn the four most important things to do while your dog is a teenager do be sure they grow into a balanced adult. https://sarahstremming.com/tennis-racquets-and-doubles-partners/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In dog sports the dog can’t be an equal teammate because the human is fully in charge. But a dog can be treated like a partner or they can be treated like a tool, and it is important in either case to know what your values are and stick to them. https://sarahstremming.com/tennis-racquets-and-doubles-partners/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Reinforcement confusion in sports, a friendly dog gone wrong, and how to decide what to start with when the dog has a lot of training needs. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Dogs don’t get jet-lagged. GI distress is normal during trial weekends. It’s ok if your dog goes off food during travel. These myths and more, and the truth about the welfare of our competition dogs. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
“But Sarah, my dog needs to go fast!” Yes, your dog probably does need to go fast. And striking the balance between fast and slow schools, and curating your program to the individual dog you are working with, is key. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
What do gentle parenting, emotional down-regulation, and dog training all have in common? They’re all part of slow schooling your dog. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Ok, what is slow school? It’s a little bit somatic therapy, a little bit self-regulation, and a lot of skill building. It is vital for the dogs who find it hard to access decompression, and their guardians benefit too. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
How do dogs make friends? How do we even begin to find dogs for our dogs to be friends with? And, does protective aggression actually exist? Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
If you stopped doing your sport tomorrow, would your dog’s life still be good? How much do you pay attention to the behavioral diversity in your dog’s life? This episode is for all folks who participate in dogs sports. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
A recent paper (The Prevalence of Behavior Problems in Dogs in the United States) claimed that over 99% of pet dogs have behavior problems. That number is staggering! But what does the data really say? In this crossover episode with the Functional Breeding Podcast Dr Perry Hekman and Sarah Stremming break down this spin on the data and what we might actually gleam from the numbers. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S155878782400090X?fbclid=IwY2xjawInPzlleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHcN5aqgAU3VxnSfQ9zu0eaChX-3Xgq8c-ziu6Zood32n19XHF09IINVAyA_aem_03njisr3yKUuPBrduLaE2Awww.functionalbreeding.orghttps://vetapps.vet.upenn.edu/cbarq/https://functionalbreeding.org/events/
Congratulations, you’ve taken the red pill. Now adjust your mind, then your behavior, and finally society to better serve the animals in our care, including ourselves. If you listened, let us know: what are your “red pill moments”?Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
The field of animal welfare science is expanding into and affecting the industry of pet dog behavior, and that is a good thing. But this science is not enough, and it is important to appraise what it can and can’t do before we as behavior professionals or guardians of captive dogs hang up our hat and claim we’ve done our best. Explore modern egg farming as a metaphor for keeping dogs and lean into this continued conversation Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In the first of a three part series about dogs as captive animals Sarah explores how we can better care for our dogs by encouraging them to “dog more” and respond to stress in breed-typical ways a little less. Does the border collie staring at cats have a better life than the one who doesn’t fixate on anything at all? Do terriers need to kill or fight to be happy? Are guardian breeds better off yelling or silent? Explore these questions and more. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In this patreon question minisode Sarah addresses balancing chronic pain with high drive needs, a barking dachshund, a scared puppy, and more! Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Are resilience or tenacity fixed? What can we do to enhance resilience or inspire tenacity? Join Sarah as she dives into improving the welfare of dogs via the biopsychosocial model and how it applies to these traits (or states?) in dogs. https://www.physio-pedia.com/Biopsychosocial_Modelhttps://www.companiondogproject.org/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Dividing dog temperaments into four different combinations of resilience and tenacity is thought-provoking. Sarah has been doing this thought experiment for years and wants to welcome you to join it. https://www.companiondogproject.org/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
How do I get my dog to look at scary stuff to process it? What should I do about my dog resource guarding in agility class? How do I get my lab to stop bringing me stuff? Help! My dog is showing aggression toward my kid! All this and more in the second ever patreon minisode of Cog Dog Radio. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
So many behavior problems in our dogs are simply consequences of their life as captive animals. When we acknowledge this and take an animal welfare focused approach to their care we do best as professionals and guardians. In this dynamic conversation between Sarah and Kim they discuss this reality and what we can do about it. Find Kim’s work at famiydogmediation.com and email questions to info@familydogmediation.comSign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Sarah is passionate about harmonious relationships between dogs in homes. Maintaining and fostering peace between highly driven individuals is not simple and something she takes very seriously. One thing that is missing in the thoughts of many professionals and guardians alike is the level of responsibility we should be placing on ourselves as the person who decided to integrate the dogs we acquired. Learn specifics about what this looks like and then some. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
The first Patreon minisode of 2025! Sarah explores multi-dog household issues, urban border collies, slow thinking, barking during training, and more! Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Ask ten professionals what to do when your dog is afraid and you will undoubtedly get ten different answers. But the true answer is simple–not easy–and involves three steps we can all follow, every single time. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
The research is clear: being outside is good for us. And it is good for our dogs, too. When we know this to be true–with or without empirical data–why do we still find it so hard? Are there solutions to this? Is this actually worth doing? Isn’t a quick stroll around the block better than nothing? Vow in 2025 to go outside more with your dog; you will not regret it. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Disordered eating is normalized in our society and it is normalized in our dogs, too. Dogs should want to eat. Their GI should function normally. These are not radical statements, and yet most dogs Sarah sees in her private behavior work have some kind of damaged relationship to food. Dig into why this happens and what we can do about it. Then eat, drink, and be merry yourself on this holiday. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
We live in a fast-paced society and therefore, so do our dogs. As a consequence of selective breeding, training, and just plain captivity, our dogs do not access “calm” states well. We all need a little slow school from time to time. So take a deep breath, sit down, and listen to this one. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
For the final four episodes of Cog Dog Radio in the year 2024 we are focusing on overlooked or misunderstood areas of healing in the world of dog behavior. Unsurprisingly these are concepts our society and culture could stand to better embrace. For the first in this series we will explore adult friendship, whether dogs need friends or not, and what it might mean to decide for them that they don’t. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
A panacea is a cure-all, a remedy that is said to mend everything. Common in the wellness industry and also in dog training, holding any one program or practice as a panacea is a major red flag. We can learn as consumers to avoid this, and we can also be sure we are not doing it as practitioners. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.comJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Sarah has a teenager! Join her as she walks through some recent challenges and triumphs with her 18 month old border collie, Carson. If you have a teen, work with folks who do, or plan to have one in the future, this one will be vital. Knowing how to respond, what to avoid, and what is normal, will all help! https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In the “Hands off the Cookies!” episode from 10/29 Sarah talked about transactional and conversational communication styles. Here, she dives deeper into those as well as managerial communication, and where each is best utilized with our dogs. https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
We talked last week about good coaching and teaching, but what does it look like to be easily coached? What does the client need to bring to the table in order for a behavior modification plan to work? It takes sacrifice, honesty, and commitment for this stuff to work, but what does that actually look like? https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Principles of good coaching skills are the same as principles of good dog training skills. How long to train, when to give feedback, and how to bring your best self to a session are all matters of utmost importance. Whether you coach people professionally or receive coaching from others (or both!) this one is for you.https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
We, the trainers of R+landia, use a lot of food. But there are so many times when we are unwise to do so, and in fact when food can be a damaging part of the equation. If you think slinging treats is always a good idea, or if you find yourself throwing food whenever you are in doubt, this one is for you. https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
When the internal system is unstable the external systems must step up to support that system. Meaning, when chronic health concerns or even just a highly specialized mind are part of the dog you are trying to care for, you have to show up with strong external systems of support to help them thrive. https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Pain is frequently a component of behavior cases and not often discussed from a behavior consultant’s viewpoint. But pain is not strictly a medical concern and the behavior field at large needs to know how to approach it from our skillset. Scratch the surface on this meaty topic with Sarah as she dives into pain as an individual experience and explores it through the biopsychosocial model. https://www.physio-pedia.com/Biopsychosocial_Modelhttps://www.zoffness.com/https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
When Sarah says to her students “everything bleeds” she means that the dog’s way of solving problems will be universal for the dog; it will bleed into everything the dog does. There are three general types of problem solving that dogs can bring to the table, and some of them are more beneficial to us than others. Walk with Sarah through a discussion on dogs that bring too much behavior to problem solving, too little, and what we’d like them to do instead. https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
If you are a behavior consultant, or a person who has sought behavior consulting for their dog, you know that the emotions of the guardian attached to the dog can either help or hinder the process. Join Sarah in conversation with Marissa Martino CDBC of Paws and Reward in a dynamic discussion about the feelings on the human end of the leash. Practical strategies, real life stories, and of course a little magic. Find more about Marissa: pawsandreward.comhttps://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In the third and final installment of the Understanding Reinforcement series, Sarah tackles natural and contrived contingencies. The natural contingency driving your dog’s behavior is important for you to know about and leverage. Many natural contingencies are about avoidance, while our contrived contingencies tend to be about acquisition. Superimposing acquisition contingencies on top of avoidance contingencies often fails, but we can still be effective reward-based practitioners if we understand these processes. https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Behavior consulting skills are vast and way too varied to cover all in one episode. But Sarah and friend of the podcast Lisa Mullinax CDBC of Serenity Canine in Seattle Washington are an ambitious bunch, and they went for it in this episode. From coaching to planning, assessing risk to troubleshooting and so much more, join them in this journey down the behavior modification consultant’s toolkit. The book mentioned by Lisa: https://amzn.to/3MBvf2jLisa’s Stranger-Directed Aggression series: https://www.serenitycanine.com/sda With COUPON CODE For our listeners $50 off with code COGDOG50Lisa’s mentorship program: https://www.serenitycanine.com/trainersThe video Lisa mentions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mu4FGW1bT-0https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
A rich understanding of how reinforcement works to strengthen behavior is vital for behavior change, and yet there are so many areas of this concept that are misunderstood by dog trainers (hobbyists and professionals alike!). Join Sarah as she explores these misunderstandings and offers tips and insights you can use right away. https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In the second installment of three part series exploring the nuances of reinforcement Sarah dives into negative reinforcement. Can negative reinforcement be part of a humane training plan? If so, when is it best utilized? All this, practical application, and more. https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In the first of a three part series exploring nuances of reinforcement, Sarah talks about what she calls the 1:1 ratio of behavior : reinforcement. When we are training or maintaining behavior we need to always maintain a 1: 1 ratio and what that looks like varies based on the learner, the task, and the payout. A seemingly simple unit of behavior might require a big payout and that payout is not a jackpot if it is simply the appropriate amount of reinforcement owed for the behavioral input given. https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Is there a time and a place to intentionally utilize one type of learning over another in dog training? Can you ever be operating in only one learning form?https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
We talk a lot about “management” in dog training but what is it, actually? When is management just training? When is training NOT management? Is this all just semantics? All this and more with Julianna DeWillems. www.instagram.com/jwdogtrainingwww.dogwise.comwww.jwdogtraining.comhttps://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Do dogs need to tolerate frustration to live successfully in the human world? Do they need to tolerate frustration in order to be successful in sports? What even IS frustration tolerance? https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Should dog trainers be training dogs, or is it ok for us to focus our efforts elsewhere? Are sports the best inroad to hands-on work? What standards should we hold our mentors to, and should we have mentors? All this and more with industry leader Kelly Gorman Dunbar. Find Kellyhttps://www.kellydunbardogtraining.com/FB private training group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kddtcommunityIG @kellydunbardogtraininghttps://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
As a field (and as dog owners), we are often talking about different things when we refer to “separation anxiety.” But is isolation phobia the same as hyperattachment? Are some dogs just upset about confinement, and not about isolation? And what about FOMO? Buckle up for a nuanced and in-depth conversation about the entire suite of behaviors we call “separation anxiety” with Karishma Warr, the co-founder and head of behavior at Calm Canine Academy. Sarah and Karishma dig into when a dog’s behavior warrants suspended absences with desensitization, when it doesn’t, and what all behavior cases can use more of. Find Karishma @calmcanineacademy on instagram www.calmcanineacademy.com https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
McCarthyism in US history names a time when unfounded persecution availed. Being afraid to show our training or speak about what we are doing is the current era of dog training because of similar unfounded persecution. When dog trainers accuse each other of not being positive enough, as is rampant in dog social media circles, we only serve to harm each other and the industry. Find Laurie: https://pupniron.com/homeFollow Laurie: @caninedivahttps://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In this crossover episode with The K9 Conservationists Podcast, Sarah sits down with Kayla Fratt CDBC to discuss a recent problem Kayla faced in the field with her detection dog Barley. What started as a conversation via text between friends became an educational and geeky conversation about what to do when things go wrong, how we can adjust behavioral outcomes with reinforcement, how much it matters to understand behavior chains when working complex tasks, and so much more. Find K9 Conservationists here: https://k9conservationists.org/Click and Repeat: https://clickandrepeat.com/cogdogradio/Resources:Explosive generalization paper from Hall’s lab: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34066869/A video of Barley’s find that he insisted on: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34066869/ https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/
As behavior professionals we need to be proficient in the areas of environmental management, enrichment, and also dog training. But we are not a master of all three we might lean too heavily on one or two of them while forgoing the third, sometimes to the detriment of the case. Join Sarah in an exploration of each of these areas through the lens of practical examples. https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In this episode Sarah outlines what she did to change her personal dog’s behavior regarding horseback riders. Once a shrieking, lunging, inconsolable mess, now a model trail citizen, Rayya the Icelandic Sheepdog is the star of this episode. https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In the third and final (maybe?) installment of the least intrusive principle series Sarah explores what choice and agency have to do with intrusiveness. Degrees of freedom: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/379412099_The_Benefits_of_Considering_Degrees_of_Freedom_in_the_Zoo_Animal_Communityhttps://equineclickertraining.wordpress.com/2020/02/26/asat-conference-2020-dr-joe-layng-coercion-without-aversive-stimuli/https://animaltrainingfundamentals.com/podcasts/dr-joe-layng/https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In this second installment exploring the principle of least intrusiveness Sarah explores her own checklist for being sure her behavior change plans are low on the intrusion scale and still high in effectiveness. This is the practical application episode that relies on the listener having already worked through the part one episode. https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
The dog training and behavior industry is all abuzz with the conversation of ethics. A field that largely adhered to the LIMA (least intrusive, minimally aversive) principle is now divided once more on this stance. But what does it truly mean to be least intrusive? Doesn’t “least intrusive” imply minimally aversive? Do we need a new model entirely, as those in favor of the newer LIFE (least inhibitive, functionally effective) principle propose? In part one Sarah delves into what it might mean to be least intrusive, and sets the background for the part two conversation which will go into practical applications. LIFE:https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1558787823001430LIMA:https://www.ccpdt.org/about-us/least-intrusive-minimally-aversive-lima-effective-behavior-intervention-policy/HH: https://www.behaviorworks.org/files/articles/Why%20Animals%20Need%20Trainers%20Who%20Adhere%20to%20a%20Procedural%20Hierarchy.pdfFive Freedoms:https://www.aspca.org/sites/default/files/upload/images/aspca_asv_five_freedoms_final1.ashx_.pdfhttps://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Join Sarah as she discusses common pitfalls in pre-run rituals for agility (and other sport) dogs. Should you feed a lot of treats before you run? Should you try to minimize your dog’s exposure to the environment? What about tug? All this and more, and check out the Crate to Gate webinar either as part of the Ringside Skills bundle OR as part of your community membership. https://sarahstremming.com/products/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
The second half of Sarah’s conversation with Monique Feyrecilde, a licensed veterinary technician with a specialty in behavior whose book Cooperative Veterinary Care is finally available for purchase. In this episode Sarah and Monique get deeper into things that can be practically done to help dogs that struggle at the vet, as well as a few philosophical meanderings. BUY THE BOOK: https://www.wiley.com/en-us/Cooperative+Veterinary+Care%2C+2nd+Edition-p-9781394163618Find more about Monique: https://www.teachinganimals.com/ and https://www.youtube.com/@TeachingAnimalsSign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Join return guest Monique Feyrecilde, a licensed veterinary technician with a specialty in behavior to discuss all things support for dogs in the vet clinic. The long-awaited second edition of her book Cooperative Veterinary Care is here, and Sarah could not wait to discuss it on the podcast with Monique. From simple things that can be done right away to help your dog at the vet to complex training, this book, and this conversation has it all. BUY THE BOOK: https://www.wiley.com/en-us/Cooperative+Veterinary+Care%2C+2nd+Edition-p-9781394163618Find more about Monique: https://www.teachinganimals.com/ and https://www.youtube.com/@TeachingAnimals
Is it ok to withhold toys to produce more drive for them? Are we sometimes producing welfare deficits to our advantage with our sport dogs? The answers might surprise you. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
If you have worked with Sarah in person you might have heard her tell a handler “only one of you is allowed to be a shitshow.” This is her tongue in cheek way of communicating the when the environment is challenging, at least one end of the leash must have the skills to face those challenges. Of course, in an ideal world, both the dog and handler have the skills required for the challenged they are faced with, but we simply do not live in an ideal world! Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Barking never means one thing; we always have to consider the conditions under which barking is occurring to know how to best respond. Some dogs are perfectly happy while barking, and some are distressed. And what about the social pressure to keep our dogs quiet? Sarah’s renewed thoughts on barking, thanks to her Icelandic Sheepdog, Rayya, are here for you. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In response to the “trainer wars” between the balanced and force-free communities Sarah and past podcast guest (and friend) Lisa Mullinax sit down to talk about the place where ethics meet efficacy. Lisa and Sarah do not claim a label as trainers (neither balanced nor force-free), and have both undergone an evolution in the behavior field that has helped them to arrive at a place free of dogma and full of compassion. Know the opinions expressed here are vulnerable and honest, and there can’t be enough time for all nuance to be present in all conversations. Neither Sarah nor Lisa represent anything other than themselves in their thoughts expressed herein. In the second part on The False Dichotomy in dog training, Sarah and Lisa get into the weeds regarding what effectiveness looks like, what it truly means to manipulate aversive or appetitive stimuli, and all the nuances involved. Two podcasts on reinforcement: https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/reinforcement-misunderstandingshttps://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/coercion-with-adam-skandaraniA blog concerning the coercion of R+:https://thecognitivecanine.com/high-value-vs-high-stakes-the-ethics-of-positive-reinforcement/Find Lisa at serenitycanine.com and shelterbehavior.comSign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Not a junior? Don’t know any kids? This podcast is still for you. The refreshing take on our sport from Sasha Zitter and Benah Stiewing will be music to your ears. Boundless Juniors Agility Company is a nonprofit organization focused on elevating the experience of junior handlers in agility, and it is so much more. Enjoy! https://www.bjacamp.com/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Stop! Before listening, go watch this SNL skit about Surprise Party Sue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4R1yybhmHgOk, now, is Sue a dog you know? Maybe Sue is your dog. Maybe she is a client’s dog. This skit is something Sarah uses to explain to her clients how their dogs are behaving, and from there discussions like “is this ok/normal?” and also “what can we do about it?” can happen. When these questions were posed on social media, the answers were surprising. Listen to hear Sarah’s take on Surprise Party Sue. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Is fetch a problem? Does fetch cause problems? Is chasing a ball different from marking and finding a bumper? Can we utilize retrieving in beneficial ways? All this and more as Sarah explores the popular dog owner game of “fetch” with friend of the podcast Liza Rader KPA-CTP of Focus Dogs in British Columbia. focusdogs.ca @focusdogs Click here for the bundles: https://focusdogs.thinkific.com/collectionsThere is also a BIPOC scholarship that is 20% - just e-mail Liza about it!Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
One of Sarah’s most popular episodes of all time, this episode explores the ethical and effective role punishment might play in a least-intrusive, minimally-aversive (LIMA) framework. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Sarah is joined this week by assistant professor of psychology at Boston College, Dr Angie Johnston. Angie is the director of the Canine Cognition Center and Social Learning Laboratory, where she compares human and dog learning, studies the ways dogs learn from humans, and so much more. Find more here: sites.bc.edu/doglabSign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Working with stranger-directed aggression cases can be dangerous because, as the professional on the case, you are also the dog’s trigger (and potential target). Join Sarah in conversation with Lisa Mullinax CDBC of Serenity Canine–an expert in stranger-directed aggression in dogs–to learn about the steps professionals can take to help everyone stay safe in these sessions. From tools and tips to risk assessment, this is a meaty episode for dog pros and dog nerds alike. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
The old ways of “free” shaping behaviors are out and the much-improved process of shaping via component parts is in. Join Sarah in conversation with Tromplo founder Agnieszka Janarek for a discussion that goes into frustration, resilience, and core skills as a way of life. Find Agnieszka at Tromplo: www.tromplo.com And on instagram @tromplo Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Do dogs need to be trained to relax, or will they relax when their needs are met? Should they be asked to relax if their needs haven’t been met? Where can we draw the line between taught relaxation and exercise? All this and then some. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
We all want to help our dogs experience less stress at the vet, and there is actually some scientific data to support two ideas that some might already be doing naturally: avoiding lobbies and staying with dogs through procedures. Break down the research, and also get into some of the culture of vet med with geneticist and veterinarian Dr Jessica Hekman. Find Jessica athttp://www.dogzombie.com/ and functionalbreeding.org Sources: Hekman, Jessica P., Alicia Z. Karas, and Nancy A. Dreschel. "Salivary cortisol concentrations and behavior in a population of healthy dogs hospitalized for elective procedures." Applied animal behaviour science 141.3-4 (2012): 149-157.Perego, Roberta, Daniela Proverbio, and Eva Spada. "Increases in heart rate and serum cortisol concentrations in healthy dogs are positively correlated with an indoor waiting‐room environment." Veterinary Clinical Pathology 43.1 (2014): 67-71. - dogs in veterinary clinic vs dogs outside, same wait time, group A had higher cort levelsMariti, Chiara, et al. "The assessment of dog welfare in the waiting room of a veterinary clinic." Animal Welfare 24.3 (2015): 299-305. - behaviorist vs owner observations; “The behaviourist's evaluations were strongly correlated with the time spent by dogs showing signs of stress and moderately correlated with the number of displayed signs, whilst owners’ evaluations were not closely correlated to those factors. Dogs rated as highly stressed by the behaviourist were more prone to display resistance (halting, refusing to budge) when moving from the waiting room to the consultation room. The results of this pilot study support the idea that the welfare of dogs in the veterinary waiting room is often impaired, and that owners are unable to accurately assess stress in their dogs in such situations.”Juodžentė, Dalia, Birutė Karvelienė, and Vita Riškevičienė. "The influence of the duration of the preoperative time spent in the veterinary clinic without the owner on the psychogenic and oxidative stress in dogs." Journal of Veterinary Medical Science 80.7 (2018): 1129-1133. - Dogs waiting for 12 hours prior to surgery had higher cort levels (and another measure, oxidative stress index) than dogs brought in 10 min before surgery.Csoltova, Erika, et al. "Behavioral and physiological reactions in dogs to a veterinary examination: Owner-dog interactions improve canine well-being." Physiology & behavior 177 (2017): 270-281. - 2 groups of dogs getting PE. Owners present for both, allowed to touch group 1 but not group 2. Group 1 had more lip licking, higher HR, and temp, also more attempts to jump off the table.Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Amy Cook, PhD is a dog behavior consultant extraordinaire and she sat down to chat with Sarah about the importance of planned, trained, and rehearsed management strategies for navigating the world with reactive dogs. http://playwaydogs.com/https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/courses/7467Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Sarah welcomes Erin Marion aka Down to Earth Dog Lady to the podcast to talk about working with dogs who are deaf, blind or both. The conversation takes several rich and unexpected turns, so you won’t want to miss it. As Sarah recently learned, you might not think you need any special skills pertaining to deaf or blind dogs, until you do! Find Erin:www.downtoearthdoglady.comInstagram : @ downtoearthdogladyFacebook: @ downteoarthdogladyTikTok: @ downtoearthdogladySign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
You will do best to train your dog for the real life scenarios they will face, rather than complain about how hard those scenarios are. In the world, at the vet, or in sports, we must train our dogs how to cope with or respond to the very real things that will happen to them. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
After 20 years in the field of dog training and behavior, Sarah has learned a few things about the inner workings of a dog business. One thing that she sees her colleagues struggle with is managing criticism and complaints, so she has her tips on this for you today. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Happy New Year! Let’s talk about all the trophies you won’t receive, but that you do actually deserve. Plus, a special patreon question! Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
The way agility classes are run directly affects the success dog and handler teams experience in the trial environment, and the safety of those environments. Join Sarah and FX Agility’s Megan Foster as they discuss how agility class instructors can best support their students to improve trials for everyone involved. Find Megan at https://fxagility.com/GET THE EBOOK: https://fxagility.mykajabi.com/a/2147753976/ERxVJFATSign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Blanket statements like “puppies have to play with other puppies to grow into well rounded adults” or “dogs do not need dog friends, they need to learn to listen to you,” are thrown around in dog training circles every day. As you might have guessed, Sarah has a more nuanced take. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
What can we do to help our senior dogs thrive? Turns out, a lot of the same stuff we do for our younger dogs, with some adjustments! Join Sarah with experts on senior dogs Dr Heather Misner and business partner Ann Waterbury to talk all about supporting our oldies. It’s ok if you cry….Find Ann: https://sounddogconnection.com/Find Heather: https://www.ruffday.vet/Find both: https://www.wagsniffascent.com/The Super Senior sign-up: https://wagsniffascent.as.me/?appointmentType=39187181Saturday January 27 AND February 3, 10am to noon PSTCoupon code for 20% off COGDOGSign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
In this episode Sarah is joined by Justine Shuurmans to discuss her innovative and family-friendly “Dial Method.” Sarah met Justine in person at the Aggression in Dogs Conference in Chicago just a few months ago and they both got excited about each others’ work instantly. When Sarah watched The Dial Method video, she couldn’t wait to get Justine on the podcast to talk about it. Enjoy! https://www.thefamilydog.com - for pros and familieshttps://www.thefamilydog.com/team-tfd - for the referral programSign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
What to do when your puppy or adolescent dog has a meltdown about something, in all its nuanced glory. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Aggression, prey drive, geeky training stuff, it’s all here in this patreon questions episode. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from PixabayFind Alexis everywhere @ whataboutbunny and get her book everywhere books are sold. Cog Dog Classroom: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Alexis Devine is best known for her famous dog, Bunny the “talking” sheepadoodle. In her new book, I Am Bunny: How a “Talking” Dog Taught Me Everything I Need to Know About Being Human, she shares her authentic experience of learning and growing through a bunch of buttons and a dog. Skeptical about this stuff? Stay tuned. You might be surprised about what you hear. Find Alexis everywhere @ whataboutbunny and get her book everywhere books are sold. Cog Dog Classroom: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
When things go wrong in your dog’s behavior are you to blame? Can you be responsible and NOT to blame? What is the difference? Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
The overarching question of where dogs come from, and why it matters, is the topic of discussion as Sarah and return guest Dr Jessica Hekman sit down for a crossover episode with the Functional Breeding podcast to discuss the recent partnership between SPCA Tampa Bay (a shelter) and Pinnacle Pet (a puppy broker)/Sunshine Puppies (a pet store). FInd Jessica Hekman here: Functionabreeding.org Cog Dog Classroom: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
A follow up to the Family Meeting: Dog Attacks at Agility Trials episode. Sarah explores common questions and grievances concerning the first episode, and speaks directly to the community at large. Cog Dog Classroom: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Gather round, folks. We need to talk about what we, as a community, are going to do about aggression at agility trials. Cog Dog Classroom: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Sarah addresses the viral meme with the quote, “Holding dogs accountable is uncomfortable. But having dogs fail because you won’t teach, confront, or correct is unacceptable.”--Dave Kroyer. Can dogs be accountable for anything? What does that even mean? Why is it uncomfortable?Cog Dog Classroom: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
When you picture “shaping” what do you see? Could you have a narrow view of what this concept entails? Could shaping be in fact everywhere? Engagement, wildlife chasing, off leash reliability, resource guarding, and then some, all require shaping. Find Josefin Lindstrom here: https://www.facebook.com/djurpedagogenCog Dog Classroom: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Lisa Mullinax CDBC joins Sarah to discuss the all-too-common cry of imposter syndrome from dog training and behavior professionals, and what it might actually be instead. Find Lisa at serenitycanine.comGraphics and tools: https://cft.vanderbilt.edu/guides-sub-pages/blooms-taxonomy/https://www.mindtools.com/ah651dp/the-conscious-competence-ladderhttps://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=647373367461040&set=a.426656076199438The Bitey End of the Doghttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unleashing-peace-restoring-harmony-in-intra-household/id1521311807?i=1000627467597Aggression in Dogs Conference 2023https://aggressivedog.com/conference/Cog Dog Classroom: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Dog trainers are always talking about “engagement” but what is it? How do we train it? Why is it so important? Can it always be achieved? The Bitey End of the Doghttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unleashing-peace-restoring-harmony-in-intra-household/id1521311807?i=1000627467597Aggression in Dogs Conference 2023https://aggressivedog.com/conference/Cog Dog Classroom: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
How do you control the chaos of a multi-dog household? How do you keep them from killing each other, or from driving you insane? Tips, tricks, and more in this episode.
The Bitey End of the Dog https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unleashing-peace-restoring-harmony-in-intra-household/id1521311807?i=1000627467597
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A topic so big it needed a follow-up! Specific cases we might call drift, some questions that showed up on social media, and more with Sarah’s friend, colleague, and drift-agnostic Lisa Mullinax CDBC of Serentiy Canine. First Episode of Predatory Drift can be found here: https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/predatory-drift?si=8d3bbdb01a4f4f55b81d84514c888c76&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharingRegister for I-Don’t-A-Rod here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/offers/DSu7vywN/checkoutCog Dog Classroom: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
If you have ever struggled to teach your dogs to walk nicely on leash, or you teach others to do this, this podcast is for you!
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Repeat guest Monique Feyrecilde is a veterinary technician specialist in behavior and she is Sarah’s go-to for cooperative care troubleshooting and training for her own crew of dogs. In this episode she and Sarah dive into making the actual vet visit feel more like the training sessions, and vice versa! They also dive into restraint and discuss puppy Carson’s first vet visit.
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Sarah considers some updates to her thoughts about puppy raising from over the years. Join us in the membership to follow baby Carson’s start in life!
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Puppies! They are so cute! They are so fun! They also kind of ruin your life. Here’s what to do about it.
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Cog Dog Radio is seven years old and has 300 episodes! Join Sarah as she goes through a few things she has changed her mind about over the years. Listen to the end for a special treat!
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The concept of “predatory drift” is an old one, but is it a true one? Join Sarah as she deep-dives this concept.
Resources: https://blog.companionanimalsolutions.com/modern-animal-behavior-a-lot-has-changed-in-the-last-few-decades/
https://jamescraigha.wordpress.com/2015/02/12/predatory-drift-revisited/
https://www.dogwise.com/predation-in-family-dogs-predation-predatory-drift-and-preparedness-seminar-dvd/
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When should we use high value reinforcement? When should we use a hierarchy? Why is it ok to use really high stakes reinforcers in some contexts and not others? All this plus Patreon questions about handling unwanted off leash greetings and more!
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Do you have a behavior that feels inaccessible to you? Is it loose leash walking, retrieves, or perhaps a suite of behaviors like cooperative care? What’s holding you back from catching that unicorn?
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Join Sarah and her friend and colleague Ashley Johnson KPA-CTP as they dive into one of Ashley’s recent board and train cases, Buck the Boston. Buck came into training with a severe response to being picked up or handled, and presented quite a challenge.
Ashley is co-owner of Puppy Adventure Academy in Melissa, Texas. https://puppyadventureacademy.com/
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A Patreon Questions episode! Questions include what kind of barking is ok barking, how to get on the same page with your partner regarding puppy raising, crate barking in anticipation of agility, and so much more!
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…would you get on him in this environment? Would you get on him and ask him to do what you are asking him to do, right now? Explore the topic of preparedness with Sarah through the question “If your dog was a horse, would you feel safe riding him?”
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Have you ever embarked on a training program and wondered “is this working? How will I know if it will work?” Explore these questions with Sarah through a real life training project of hers. Hint: it’s not about the dog. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Excellence can be your goal while still avoiding perfection paralysis. Let’s talk about it.Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Do you or your dog need a different learning environment than what is generally offered in dog sports? Do you find yourself struggling to say “no” to your instructor, or to produce the right kind of environment for your dog? This podcast is for everyone out there blazing a different trail with their dog than the one that’s already been laid out.Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In this discussion all about resilience for our dogs (and their humans) Bobbie and Sarah discuss the Resilience Rainbow framework. This framework was developed by Bobbie Bhambree and Dr Kathy Murphy. Read more about the Resilience Rainbow here: https://iaabcjournal.org/the-resilience-rainbow/Attend the Resilience Rainbow tour: Madison, NJ (in-person)May 20 & 21, 2023https://www.eventbrite.com/e/resilience-rainbow-tour-madison-nj-tickets-499130140687Nova Scotia, Canada (in-person)May 27 & 28, 2023https://www.eventbrite.com/e/resilience-rainbow-tour-nova-scotia-canada-tickets-499100080777Denver, CO (in-person and virtual)June 3 & 4, 2023To attend in person: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/resilience-rainbow-tour-denver-co-tickets-499040693147To attend virtually: https://behaviorvets.mylearnworlds.com/course/resilience-rainbow-seminarMadison, WI (in-person)June 10 & 11, 2023https://www.eventbrite.com/e/resilience-rainbow-tour-madison-wi-tickets-558098506657Asheville, NC (in-person)December 9 & 10, 2023 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/resilience-rainbow-tour-asheville-nc-tickets-541560220197Kathy Murphy (BVetMed, DPhil, CVA, CLAS, MRCVS) is a veterinary surgeon, neuroscientist, and Chief Scientific Officer at Behavior Vets. She graduated from the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons UK in 1999, initially working in mixed clinical practice before studying for two postgraduate clinical qualifications. In 2009 she was awarded a highly prestigious Wellcome Research Training Fellowship to study for her Ph.D., in Behavioral Neuroscience, at The Queens College, University of Oxford, UK. She subsequently worked in the USA as an Assistant Professor of Neuroscience and Anesthesiology at the Icahn School of Medicine NYC and is now back in the UK and Director of Barking Brains Ltd (a neuroscience outreach platform for the animal behavior and training community).Bobbie Bhambree (CDBC, CPDT-KA) is the Director of Education and a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant at Behavior Vets. She is also a faculty member of CATCH Canine Trainers Academy and Agility University. Bobbie started her career in 2003 as a pet behavior counselor with the ASPCA Animal Behavior Center. While there, she implemented behavior modification programs for dogs who had been surrendered by the public or seized by Humane Law Enforcement. In 2007, Bobbie joined the Humane Society of Westchester, spending the next nine years as their shelter trainer. She created and implemented training and enrichment programs for the dogs, counseled adopters, trained volunteers, participated in community outreach programs, and performed evaluations.Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Why do trainers say “no method works for all dogs” if all dogs are governed (like all other organisms) by the laws of learning? Is positive reinforcement a method, or a principle? What about punishment? Is there a “method” that always works? Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In the final installment of The False Dichotomy Sarah and Lisa wrap up their conversation about the “balanced vs force free” falsehood in dog training.Find Lisa Mullinax at www.serenitycanine.com Part Two: https://on.soundcloud.com/h1AtAPart One: https://on.soundcloud.com/9ZRNvSign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In the second (of three!) parts on The False Dichotomy in dog training, Sarah and Lisa get into the weeds regarding what effectiveness looks like, what it truly means to manipulate aversive or appetitive stimuli, and all the nuances involved. Stay tuned for the final installment in two weeks! The False Dichotomy Part One: https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/the-false-dichotomy-with-lisa-mullinax-cdbc-part-1Two podcasts on reinforcement: https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/reinforcement-misunderstandingshttps://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/coercion-with-adam-skandaraniA blog concerning the coercion of R+:https://thecognitivecanine.com/high-value-vs-high-stakes-the-ethics-of-positive-reinforcement/Find Lisa at serenitycanine.com and shelterbehavior.comSign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
When a research paper regarding dog training is published feelings always abound in the community. Using research to make informed decisions in the field of dog training and behavior is not always easy. Lisa Gunter PhD, CBCC-KA is an assistant professor at Coastal Carolina University where she directs the Laboratory for Animal Behavior and Welfare. She’s a dog trainer researcher extraordinaire whose work centers on the welfare and behavior of companion animals with a special focus on our interactions with them. Researchers with strong training and behavior backgrounds are a rare breed and I was lucky enough to sit down with her to discuss the role of research in the dog training profession. Register for and learn more about the Canine Science Symposium: https://www.caninesciencesymposium.com/Learn about and contact Lisa here: https://www.lisamgunter.com/aboutThe paper in discussion: https://peerj.com/articles/10881/Reach out to the primary author Rachel Gilchrist here: rgilchrist@asu.edu Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In this crossover episode with the Functional Breeding podcast, Jessica and Sarah discuss what fear periods in dogs are, and what they aren’t. www.functionalbreeding.orgSign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
When we bring a new dog into our lives following the death of a cherished companion the feelings can be all over the board. Guilt, joy, sadness, hope, and myriad other feelings can color these experiences. Unpack it all with friend of the pod, Marissa Martino CDBC of Paws and Reward. Find Marissa at pawsandreward.com Find Out more about The Reflective Relationships program here: https://pawsandreward.com/relationship/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
When things go wrong in your dog’s behavior are you to blame? Can you be responsible and NOT to blame? What is the difference? Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Due to technical challenges The False Dichotomy Part 2 is still pending, thank you for your patience and enjoy this relevant replay! Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In response to the “trainer wars” between the balanced and force-free communities Sarah and past podcast guest (and friend) Lisa Mullinax sit down to talk about the place where ethics meet efficacy. Lisa and Sarah do not claim a label as trainers (neither balanced nor force-free), and have both undergone an evolution in the behavior field that has helped them to arrive at a place free of dogma and full of compassion. Know the opinions expressed here are vulnerable and honest, and there can’t be enough time for all nuance to be present in all conversations. Neither Sarah nor Lisa represent anything other than themselves in their thoughts expressed herein. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Sarah welcomes Taylor Barconey and Jiovany Alcaide of Smart Bitch Modern Dog Training back to the podcast for a trainer showcase episode! Because Jio and Taylor could not be restricted to just one case they shared three separate cases with Sarah: aggression, reactivity, and excellent client communication, you won’t want to miss this showcase! Find Taylor and Jio at https://www.smartbitchdogtraining.com/On facebook at Smart Bitch Modern Dog Training, Instagram @smartbitchdogtraining, and Tik Tok @smartbdogtraining Check out their webinar for professionals dropping in March of 2023 here https://smartbitchonline.as.me/schedule.php?appointmentType=42493229Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
You might have seen a post titled “Enriched to Death” being shared around social media in the last week. Of course, this is a misnomer because enrichment by definition is life-enhancing. But why is this post viral? Is there a reason we are worried about this? Check out our sponsor for this episode, the MET Conference, here: https://www.metconference.com/Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Charlotte Hoberg CPDT-KA owns and operates Sit ‘n Stay Training in Maryland. She specializes in reactivity and sport foundations and primarily offers board and train. She trains for and competes in IGP with her personal dogs. For the podcast we discussed a mixed breed dog named Tate who had developed multiple problematic behavior concerns in a shelter including dog-directed reactivity, handler-directed aggression in certain contexts, and problematic fixations on food, humans, and any other resource. His inability to rest or settle in the home was just an added bonus! Find Charlotte here: https://www.sitnstaytraining.com/IG @sitnstaytraining TT @dogtrainercharlotteYT sitnstaytraining Don’t forget to join the webinar! cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/p/success-from-crate-to-gateSign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Join Sarah as she discusses common pitfalls in pre-run rituals for agility (and other sport) dogs. Should you feed a lot of treats before you run? Should you try to minimize your dog’s exposure to the environment? What about tug? All this and more, and don’t forget to sign up for the Crate To Gate webinar airing 2/21/23. Registration for webinar: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/p/success-from-crate-to-gate Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
As a follow-up to the Choice vs Structure episode that aired in January 2023, Sarah dives deeper into how to avoid producing a dog that requires instruction in all environments. Registration for webinar: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/p/success-from-crate-to-gate Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
It is a common adage amongst dog trainers: “your dog doesn’t need more exercise, he needs to be trained to relax.” The fear being spread is that by providing more exercise we will create super athletes whose exercise needs are impossible to meet. But is there truth to that statement? Join Sarah and canine sports medicine veterinarian Dr Leslie Eide as they explore this question. Leslie Eide DVM, CCRT practices north of Seattle WA and has a variety of canine conditioning and exercise programs available online. She can be found at www.thetotalcanine.com and at https://www.facebook.com/thetotalcanine Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
It is a common adage amongst dog trainers: “your dog doesn’t need more exercise, he needs to be trained to relax.” The fear being spread is that by providing more exercise we will create super athletes whose exercise needs are impossible to meet. But is there truth to that statement? Join Sarah and canine sports medicine veterinarian Dr Leslie Eide as they explore this question. Leslie Eide DVM, CCRT practices north of Seattle WA and has a variety of canine conditioning and exercise programs available online. She can be found at www.thetotalcanine.com and at https://www.facebook.com/thetotalcanine Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Liza Rader is a KPA-CTP and the owner-operator of Focus Dogs in British Columbia. Their special interest in high-drive hunting dogs is why Sarah sat down to ask, “can we train ‘instinct’ sports from a positive reinforcement lens?” It got more interesting than anyone imagined, enjoy. Liza mentions several trainers who have influenced their work, you can find them: Emily Larlham, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqnqaajTk6bfs3UZuue6IQShade Whitesel, https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84582736Hannah Branigan, https://hannahbranigan.dog/awesome-obedience/Jo Laurens, https://www.forcefreegundog.comLeslie McDevitt, voluntary sharing, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_JRvvJkRxrQ Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
You’ve heard you should give an anxious or otherwise dysregulated dog structure, but you;ve also heard you should give them choice and control. Aren’t these things in conflict? Which camp is right? Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
A rich understanding of how reinforcement works to strengthen behavior is vital for behavior change, and yet there are so many areas of this concept that are misunderstood by dog trainers (hobbyists and professionals alike!). Join Sarah as she explores these misunderstandings and offers tips and insights you can use right away. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Join Sarah in a system of reflection and goal setting for your dogs in the new year.Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradioMusic by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
In the final episode of Cog Dog Radio for the year 2022, Join Sarah in celebrating ten years of The Cognitive Canine and see what’s in store for 2023 and beyond. Classroom: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/Patreon:www.patreon.com/cogdogradio IG: @cognitive_canineTT: @ sarahstremming Fb: facebook.com/thecognitivecanine
A surprise podcast to let you know to join me Monday December 12th at noon pacific for some big announcements! IG: @cognitive_canineTT: @ sarahstremming Fb: facebook.com/thecognitivecanine Patreon:www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Cog Dog Classroom:cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
When we have our dogs in the world it is important that we follow certain “rules” to help them not be a nuisance. Patreon:www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Cog Dog Classroom:cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Sarah sat down with Shade Whitesel to talk about finding the right balance between highly adrenalizing activities and calmer more self-regulated ones for our dogs. Find Shade at www.shadesdogtraining.net and on instagram @shadewhitesel
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In this crossover episode with the Paws and Reward podcast Sarah and Marissa sit down to discuss the many nuanced considerations when utilizing therapeutic setups for dog-directed reactivity.
Join Sarah and Marissa for more on this topic in their webinar The World’s NOT a Stage: Reactivity Setups on November 29th at 5pm pacific. The webinar will be recorded so if you can’t attend live, not to worry! Register here: www.pawsandreward.com
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Dogs and kids; not the fantasy some people imagine. What if you already have kids and you want to upgrade to a sportier dog? What if you have sport dogs already and you want to have kids? Are kids and dogs even a good match? All this and more.
Find Michelle at www.poochparenting.net
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Which behavior problems are about training, and which are about lack of maturity?
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Is there a time and a place to intentionally utilize one type of learning over another in dog training? Can you ever be operating in only one learning form?
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This week explore the question “where does habituation end and flooding begin?”
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We talk a lot about self regulation and impulse control in dogs and it is past time for us to discuss the very necessary self control it takes for sport trainers to not harm their futures with their bright young dogs.
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Repeat guest Lisa Mullinax CDBC and Sarah chat about the special skillset it requires to not only work with but to live with exceptionally challenging dogs.
Find Lisa here: https://www.serenitycanine.com/
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
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Ash Osborn CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP is the owner-operator of Pawsitive Pups Academy in Omaha Nebraska. With a decade in the field and a lot of picky eaters-turned chow hounds under her belt, she was the ideal guest to talk about the practical ways to increase food interest in our dogs, and our client dogs.
Find Ash at https://www.pawsitivepupsacademy.com/
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Hyper social behaviors, food aversion, recall questions, and more!
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Join Sarah and cooperative veterinary care expert Monique Feyrecilde in a dynamic discussion about how we can best support our dogs through their veterinary experiences.
Find Monique here: My website for information & consults: www.teachinganimals.com
My YouTube (tutorial library growing all the time): https://www.youtube.com/teachinganimals
Cooperative Veterinary Care Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cooperativevetcare/
My veterinary clinic: www.mercerislandvet.com
Fear Free Veterinary Professional Finder: https://fearfreepets.com/resources/directory/
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
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In this crossover episode with the Functional Breeding Podcast, Sarah and Dr Jessica Hekman DVM dive into what the word “functional” actually means when it comes to our dogs.
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In this crossover episode with the Paws and Reward podcast join Sarah and Marissa Martino in discussion about Marissa’s recent trip to Peru and the life lessons for dog people she found there. Find Marissa at www.pawsandreward.com
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It’s been a minute since we talked about barking, and Sarah has a new breed that’s got a lot more voice than her border collies! Learn about the advances in Sarah’s thinking regarding barking, and how she avoids barking in a breed that generally wants to bark.
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Have you ever embarked on a training program and wondered “is this working? How will I know if it will work?” Explore these questions with Sarah through a real life training project of hers. Hint: it’s not about the dog.
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Do dogs have self-control? If they do, can we train it? What's different about self-regulation and "impulse control"? Find out in this episode!
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What does it mean for dogs to be “hidden potential”? Are they shut down dogs? Stress down dogs? Sick dogs? Unfit dogs? How can we help them?
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What are your values when it comes to competing with your dogs? Will you run a dog after an injury? Will you run a dog that is afraid of the judge? If you drove across the country for an event, what would make you scratch? Join Sarah on this deep dive of her own values, and decide your own.
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Anyone who has shared their life with an adolescent of any species knows that it’s a tough time for everyone. Learn what you can expect from your young dog and how to best support them--and your relationship--through the difficult 6 to 24 month period. You CAN survive it, and come out better for it!
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Differential reinforcement is how we build some behaviors and not others. Utilizing a hierarchy of reinforcers can allow us to create a hierarchy of chosen behaviors for our dogs. This is valuable in recalls, in tough shaping projects, and even in sport training.
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What makes recalls reliable? What breaks them down? All this and more!
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What makes recalls reliable? What breaks them down? All this and more!
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Sarah often recommends never allowing dogs to chase wildlife so that they don’t build a reinforcement history for this behavior pattern, but what about the dogs that are hardwired to chase? Do the same principles apply?
Alisa Healy is the owner and trainer at Dog Forward Training, where she specializes in helping people raise puppies for an active lifestyle through training and socialization services in the Chicago suburbs. She is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner and a Licensed Family Dog Mediator and also writes for several large dog blogs. Alisa also shares her life–including off leash hiking–with two sighthounds and has a unique perspective on the subject.
Find more from Alisa here: https://dogforwardtraining.com/
https://www.facebook.com/dogforwardtraining
https://www.instagram.com/alisa.digs.dogs/
Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
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Join Sarah in a dynamic discussion with her strength and fitness coach, Liz Joyce. They talk about splitting, coach and learner responsibility, the power of positive reinforcement, and so much more.
Sign up for courses and get to know Liz at www.caninehandlerfitness.com
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Sarah addresses the viral meme with the quote, “Holding dogs accountable is uncomfortable. But having dogs fail because you won’t teach, confront, or correct is unacceptable.”--Dave Kroyer. Can dogs be accountable for anything? What does that even mean? Why is it uncomfortable?
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When working with any behavior you’re trying to influence, you can either choose to train it in the context you’ll need it, or you can choose to layer the context in gradually. Which is a better choice, and when? Are there drawbacks to each? Join Sarah as she explores these questions.
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When is it time to give up? What do we do with bred-to-bite puppies that, well, bite? All this and then some this week.
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In the final installment of Keen, Sarah talks about the case with Keen’s owner Jenna. They go over some things Sarah left out of the first two episodes and where Keen is now. Be sure to join the Q&A about Keen on Patreon! www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
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This is the second part in the series on Keen the border collie. In this episode we get into the nitty-gritty of behavior modification for Keen as well as the surprising medical concern that was diagnosed.
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The first episode in a three part series on Keen, the border collie with stranger-directed aggression, dog-directed aggression, and a medical twist that is sure to surprise you. In this episode we get into the background and the wellness interventions for this case.
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Open water swimming legend Lynne Cox is best known for breaking world records for such feats as swimming the English Channel and the Bering Strait. But Sarah first learned of her when she told a story about a baby whale on an episode of This is Love with host Phoebe Judge (linked below). Lynne has a new book coming out; Tales of Al the Water Rescue Dog and Sarah sat down to chat with her about the book, her time in Italy the book is based on, and a mutual love of dogs.
Find Lynne and order the book here: https://www.lynnecox.com/
Listen to the podcast episode Sarah references here: https://thisislovepodcast.com/something-large-and-wild-2/
5/17 Case Study: Keen Part One 5/24 Case Study: Keen Part Two 5/31 Case Study: Keen Part Three with Jenna Strayer
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Join Sarah as she discusses the recent paper “Ancestry-inclusive dog genomics challenges popular breed stereotypes” (Morrill, et al) with one of the authors and repeat podcast guest, Dr Jessica Hekman. Affectionately known as “the mutt paper” amongst its authors, this research has been taking the internet by storm due to the click-bait-y articles that have been written about it. What does the paper actually say? What does it not say? What can we use this research for, as professionals?
The paper and the supplementary materials: https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.abk0639?fbclid=IwAR0CY2tlftCuZPHGdR7rcioZRfj_hsqNHZ4uytNPcNQQAO5iRtYN-a-NYgY
More about Dr Hekman: http://www.dogzombie.com/ and https://functionalbreeding.org/
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If we aim to train errorlessly we must focus on the clues the dog provides us that tell us an error is coming. If we don’t accurately predict errors, we will fail to prevent them.
Proofing with Chelsey Protulipac: https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/proofing-with-chelsey-protulipac
The Gift of Pre-Error Blog Post: https://thecognitivecanine.com/blog/the-gift-of-the-pre-error/
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Puppies! They are so cute! They are so fun! They also kind of ruin your life. Here’s what to do about it.
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Face facts: it doesn’t actually matter what sport you’re doing, if you want to win you have to train.
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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Have you ever heard the advice to give your dog a decompression walk, and wondered how on earth it would be possible? Join Sarah in tackling some common problems faced by dog owners trying to provide decompression-type exercise.
https://www.dogwise.com/canine-enrichment-for-the-real-world/ https://www.bindisbucketlist.com/ https://freedomnopullharness.com/ https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/a-decompression-walk-chat https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/self-regulation-with-shade-whitesel https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/self-regulation-follow-up https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/reliable-recalls https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/food-dos-and-donts
FDSA Worked Up! Understand, Assess, and Soothe Arousal in Sports Dogs Link: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/courses/10999
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
At long last Sarah sat down with the dynamic women of Smart Bitch Modern Dog Training, Taylor Barconey and Jio Alcaide. They jammed about client communication, avoiding burnout as trainers, and so many things in between. Enjoy!
Find Taylor and Jio here: www.smartbitchdogtraining.com On facebook at Smart Bitch Modern Dog Training On Instagram @smartbitchdogtraining On TikTok @smartbdogtraining
FDSA Worked Up! Understand, Assess, and Soothe Arousal in Sports Dogs Link: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/courses/10999
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
In this candid conversation (with adult language!) Sarah and dog business coach Erin Moore explore why dog training costs what it does, why bargain hunting might not be in your best interest as a consumer, and why dog training professionals by and large should be charging MORE.
Erin Moore was a successful dog trainer for thirteen years before burning out, switching gears, and finally deciding to help other dog trainers avoid her mistakes.
Erin Moore's website: https://www.dogbizcoach.com
Erin Moore's Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dogbizcoach
FDSA Worked Up! Understand, Assess, and Soothe Arousal in Sports Dogs Link: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/courses/10999
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Do dogs have self-control? If they do, can we train it? What's different about self-regulation and "impulse control"? Find out in this episode!
FDSA Worked Up! Understand, Assess, and Soothe Arousal in Sports Dogs Link: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/courses/10999
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
There are a lot of common pitfalls surrounding the use of food in dog training. Sarah shares her dos, don’ts, and how-tos in this episode.
FDSA Worked Up! Understand, Assess, and Soothe Arousal in Sports Dogs Link: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/courses/10999
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Social, Civil, and Savvy: Training & Socializing Puppies to Become the Best Possible Dogs by Laura VanArendonk Baugh Link: https://www.amazon.com/Social-Civil-Savvy-Training-Socializing/dp/1631650068
Ever heard your trainer tell you to shorten your sessions? Have you worried if you are training enough? This one is for you.
FDSA Worked Up! Understand, Assess, and Soothe Arousal in Sports Dogs Link: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/courses/10999
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Values are the principles and standards of behavior we follow. If you’ve never sat down to decide what your values are as a dog trainer, whether as a hobbyist or professional, now is the time.
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Where is the intersection between what you need in a pet, what you want in a performance dog, and what you just plain like? Can you get a dog that checks all of your boxes? I think you can, here is how!
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Why do trainers say “no method works for all dogs” if all dogs are governed (like all other organisms) by the laws of learning? Is positive reinforcement a method, or a principle? What about punishment? Is there a “method” that always works?
CogDog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
In the second installment of Sarah’s conversation with Barb Buchmayer, get even deeper in to the world of positive herding.
Where to get the book: Amazon, Clean Run, Dogwise, Barnes & Noble, and almost any book retailer can order it. The US Amazon link for the book is: https://www.amazon.com/Positive-Herding-101-Dog-friendly-training/dp/1736844318/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1628277149&sr=8-1
To read the first chapter of Positive Herding 101 for free: https://www.positiveherdingdog.com/opt-in
Positive Herding Dog Blog: https://www.positiveherdingdog.com/blog/
Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTFPE9f8Niu5I2c4uVH6IAw
FB group: Positive Herding Dog
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
In part one of two, Sarah sits down with Barb Buchmayer, author of Positive Herding 101: Dog-Friendly Training. Barb has pioneered a method for training herding dogs without the use of aversive tools.
Website: https://www.positiveherdingdog.com/
Where to get the book: Amazon, Clean Run, Dogwise, Barnes & Noble, and almost any book retailer can order it.
The US Amazon link for the book is: https://www.amazon.com/Positive-Herding-101-Dog-friendly-training/dp/1736844318/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1628277149&sr=8-1
To read the first chapter of Positive Herding 101 for free: https://www.positiveherdingdog.com/opt-in
Positive Herding Dog Blog: https://www.positiveherdingdog.com/blog/
Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTFPE9f8Niu5I2c4uVH6IAw
FB group: Positive Herding Dog
Link to register for the KIENO conference: https://conference.kindnessisessentialnotoptionaldogconference.com/sarah
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Amy Cook, PhD is a dog behavior consultant extraordinaire and she sat down to chat with Sarah about the importance of planned, trained, and rehearsed management strategies for navigating the world with reactive dogs.
http://playwaydogs.com/ https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/courses/7467
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Barking puppies, struggles stationing in class, failed recalls, and more in this Patreon questions megasode.
Be sure to join us on Patreon! We have new perks for 2022, patreon.com/cogdogradio
Mentioned in the episode: www.synergydogsports.com
Agility Right From the Start by Emelie Johnson Vegh and Eva Bertilsson
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Sarah ushers in 2022 with some dog training wisdom for tougher times.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
You had your first dog, then your upgrade, and now you've got this third one. Do you feel paralyzed? Afraid to screw up? If you've ever felt paralyzed with fear of failure or disaster when it comes to dog training, this listen is for you.
https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/upgrade-dogs
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Join Sarah as she discusses what happens when our dogs don't always do what we expect. "Your expectations are getting in the way of your observations," as heard from Emelie Johnson Vegh on Hannah Branigan's podcast, Drinking From the Toilet, here: https://hannahbranigan.dog/podcast/105/
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Do you have a barky-lunge-y type? Do you still want to trial in dog agility? Check out the tips, deal breakers, and training procedures you will need in this episode.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Join me and Marissa Martino of Paws and Reward to discuss why you should ditch your training resolutions. Wait - what?!?! Isn’t this a dog training podcast? Hear us out! We definitely want to encourage you to train with your dog(s). And, we also want to help you alleviate some of the pressure that a “new year, new you” attitude brings. In this episode, we talk about why resolutions quickly fail and what to do instead!
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
What makes recalls reliable? What breaks them down? All this and more!
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Join Sarah and guest Megan Foster of Synergy Dog Sports for a deep dive on deciding what reinforcer is best for what job, and why.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
We love dogs that have big feelings. We buy them, we breed them, and we raise them. But it is our responsibility to take care of those feelings, and to plan accordingly. Learn about three actionable steps that you can take to improve your selection of reinforcement for dog training.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
In this replay episode Sarah explores the best use of reinforcers, and reinforcement strategies, for dog agility. This episode originally aired as part of a three part series on best practices for dog agility. Be sure to check the rest out:
https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/best-practices-in-agility-part-two-speed https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/best-practices-in-agility-part-three-testing-vs-training
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Happier Crating: Solutions for Common Crate Concerns https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/buy-webinar
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Sarah and Marissa discuss the mentality of taking a pill to mask a symptom versus a true healing path in dog training, and life.
Marissa Martino: https://pawsandreward.com/
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Happier Crating: Solutions for Common Crate Concerns https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/buy-webinar
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Perfect dogs, unicorns, and other myths.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Happier Crating: Solutions for Common Crate Concerns https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/buy-webinar
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Together with special guest, Sarah’s partner Dr Leslie Eide, dive into perhaps the most vital aspect of dog sports: mindset. Also, they talk about movies. Enjoy!
Dr Leslie can be found here: www.thetotalcanine.com
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Happier Crating: Solutions for Common Crate Concerns https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/buy-webinar
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Should you consider breed when writing a behavior modification plan? Are dogs all individuals, are their species-typical behaviors more important than their breed-typical ones?
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Happier Crating: Solutions for Common Crate Concerns https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/buy-webinar
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
In the first of three BONUS Connection Summit Crossover podcasts with Marissa Martino of The Paws and Reward Podcast, Sarah and Marissa dig in on imposter syndrome.
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Exploring some advancements to the Happy Crating protocol, Sarah dives into tackling tough crate-related concerns.
Happier Crating: Solutions for Common Crate Concerns https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/buy-webinar
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
What, when, why and how! Let’s talk sterilization procedures for our dogs with guest Dr Jessica Hekman.
Dr Jessica Hekman is a veterinarian who studies the genetics of behavior, and a friend of the podcast. She’s also the mastermind behind the Functional Dog Collaborative which you can find here: https://functionalbreeding.org/
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Anyone who has shared their life with an adolescent of any species knows that it’s a tough time for everyone. Learn what you can expect from your young dog and how to best support them--and your relationship--through the difficult 6 to 24 month period. You CAN survive it, and come out better for it!
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Teenage Tyrants Link: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/courses/21575
Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/
Dog trainers often refer to “jackpotting” as a type of reinforcement. But, what does that mean? Let’s operationalize the jackpot, and see if it’s actually helping our training at all.
The Effects of Jackpots on Responding and Choice in Two Domestic Dogs https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc28456/
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Join Sarah in discussion with Cog Dog Patron and aspiring birth doula, Addie Dodge, about the parallels between being a birth doula and being a dog trainer or guardian. It might surprise you!
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Join Sarah and friends Marissa Martino and Lisa Mullinax for this juicy conversation regarding the education available to trainers, what basics they might be missing when trying to follow recipes, and where a training recipe is best useful--and when it’s not.
Find Marissa here: https://pawsandreward.com/ And Lisa here: https://www.4pawsuniversity.com/
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Sarah Fischer has been working with dogs for 25 years and developed ACE: Animal Centered Education, an integrated approach to the wellbeing and teaching of animals. She offers online and in person workshops in her approach from Tilley Farm, UK. We sat down to talk with Sarah after hearing her talk on Beyond The Operant, linked here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txER3iSUpkg https://www.facebook.com/groups/332134427492077 http://www.tilleyfarm.org.uk/
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Excellence can be your goal while still avoiding perfection paralysis. Let’s talk about it.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Do you or your dog need a different learning environment than what is generally offered in dog sports? Do you find yourself struggling to say “no” to your instructor, or to produce the right kind of environment for your dog? This podcast is for everyone out there blazing a different trail with their dog than the one that’s already been laid out.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
A follow up episode to Self Regulation with Shade Whitesel in which Sarah dives a little deeper on the topic.
Self-Regulation with Shade Whitesel: https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/self-regulation-with-shade-whitesel
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Teenage Tyrant FDSA Class https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/courses/21575
A candid conversation with dog trainer Adam Skandarani about coercion, its nuanced layers, and a surprising reason to avoid it.
Adam Skandarani is a Certified Control Unleashed Instructor who operates Flash of Brilliance Dog Training in Massachusetts. You can find them at https://www.flashofbrilliancedogs.com/ @flashofbrilliancedogs on IG
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Is it ok to withhold toys to produce more drive for them? Are we sometimes producing welfare deficits to our advantage with our sport dogs? The answers might surprise you.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
If you’ve ever wondered what the timeline for a well-rounded puppy looks like, this episode is for you! When do we teach what? What is important in those precious first weeks? What about outings like restaurants? How has COVID affected Sarah’s puppy, Rayya?
Happy Crating course: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/p/happy-crating
Reliable Recall Episode can be found here: https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/reliable-recalls
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
It’s been a minute since we talked about barking, and Sarah has a new breed that’s got a lot more voice than her border collies! Learn about the advances in Sarah’s thinking regarding barking, and how she avoids barking in a breed that generally wants to bark.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Is punishment ever appropriate for rewards-based trainers? When might we need it, and how do we stay within a Least Intrusive Minimally Aversive (LIMA) paradigm? Answers, examples, and only a little rambling!
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Shade Whitesel is a dog trainer and IPO (Schutzhund) competitor with twenty years of experience working with sport and pet dogs. Shade is a sought-after seminar presenter and a thorough and compassionate online teacher. She and Sarah sat down to talk about the nuanced and complicated topic of self-regulation in dogs.
Find Shade here: http://shadesdogtraining.net/ And her instagram handle is @shadewhitesel
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Engagement is a popular buzzword in dog training, but what the heck is it? Can we train it? Is it easier in some dogs than in others? How do we know it is happening, and do we need to cue it? All that and more, enjoy!
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
In this episode Sarah provides explanations, examples, and tips for what reinforcement strategies to use, and when. Hint: you’re always using one, so you might as well be smart about it.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Keeping communication clear with our dogs is the key to reducing or eliminating barking during training, but that’s hard to do if someone is yelling at you! Some tips, as well as explanations of this common issue are in store in this episode.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Dogs that hate harnesses, enrichment ideas for raw feeders, and more!
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
In this crossover episode with the Paws and Reward Podcast Sarah and Marissa sat down to chat with writer, speaker, educator, and overall lovely human Emily Nagoski to talk about the cycles emotions take in our bodies and why it matters for our dogs and ourselves. Emily is the co-author (with her twin sister Amelia Nagoski) of the book Burnout: the Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle, which should be on every dog trainer’s shelf.
https://www.emilynagoski.com/ https://www.burnoutbook.net/
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Join Sarah and friend Lisa Mullinax as they do a deep-dive into what it means for a case to be resolved, how to proceed when a case may not be resolvable, and the chain of interventions that they have found effective. This is a nerdy one for dog-pros, but dog owners might also enjoy the insight into the profession.
Lisa's website: www.4pawsuniversity.com
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
In the final installment of the Sam and Mucho Case Study Sarah talks with Sam about her experience working with Mucho and where they are today. Is he competing? Are they still hiking their legs off? Find out!
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
In the second part of this three part series Sarah does a deep dive into the behavior modification work she and Sam embarked on to help Mucho. From healing his agility-specific behaviors to teaching him to eat reliably, this one should have something in it for everyone!
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
If a border collie with BIG FEELINGS about agility and life that culminated in a failed start button sounds interesting to you, this series will be one to dig into. Join Sarah as she explores this intricate case that's all about consent when the dog is screaming YES but also saying "I can't."
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Kim Brophey is back on the podcast! In this fun conversation, she and Sarah discuss how Kim might utilize applied ethology to tackle some tough hypothetical cases. Sarah throws the cases out, and Kim works through her process aloud for everyone. You won't want to miss it!
Find Kim Brophey at her website, http://dogdoorcanineservices.com/About/Team/kim-brophey And be sure to check out Kim's book: https://www.meetyourdogbook.com/
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Dividing your agility training into two phases, the test or the training phase, will help you to bridge the gap between training and competing later. It may also reveal holes in your training you didn't know you had, and enable you to fix them.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Speed matters. How we get it from our dogs matters, too. Is fluency and confidence enough? Or do we need to do more to get the most speed from our dogs?
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
In the first of this three part series, learn about food, toys, which is best, why, and what pitfalls to avoid.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Worlds collide! Love dog training AND the environment? You're in the right place. Sarah talks to Kayla Fratt of Journey Dog Training about training dogs for conservation efforts. From the challenges of working dogs off leash in prairie dog towns to the kind of dog best suited to detect zebra mussels....you won't want to miss this one.
Links: www.journeydogtraining.com Instagram: @k9.conservationists
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
The Connection Summit: prioritizing the human-canine bond for effective behavior change. Register here: https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/connectionsum
Oluademi is a dog trainer who owns and operates AfroPup Training in Ithaca New York. She started out working in shelters and dog daycares in New York City, and the pandemic opened the door for her to pursue her training and behavior passion in earnest. Join Sarah in chatting with Oluademi about something they are both passionate about: canine body language.
Find Oluademi on facebook by her name Oluademi James-Daniel, and also her business, AfroPup Training.
Check out these resources, mentioned in the podcast: Inclusivity in Dog Training FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/245264390092189
Brenda Aloff's book: https://brendaaloff.com/shop/71-canine-body-language-a-photographic-guide-interpreting-the-native-language-of-the-domestic-dog
Lili Chin's book: https://www.doggielanguagebook.com/
Dog trainer and shelter dog behavior expert Sue Sternberg: https://www.suesternberg.com/
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
The Connection Summit: prioritizing the human-canine bond for effective behavior change. Register here: https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/connectionsum
Is there a time and a place to intentionally utilize one type of learning over another in dog training? Can you ever be operating in only one learning form?
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
The Connection Summit: prioritizing the human-canine bond for effective behavior change. Register here: https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/connectionsum
Join Sarah and repeat guest Marissa Martino of Paws and Reward as they discuss the human half of behavior change.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
The Connection Summit: prioritizing the human-canine bond for effective behavior change. Register here: https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/connectionsummit
To connect with Marissa Martino, visit www.pawsandreward.com
What ARE the four steps to behavioral wellness? In this episode, explore the principle that has guided Sarah's work with dogs and their people for the last decade.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
The Connection Summit: prioritizing the human-canine bond for effective behavior change. Register here: https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/connectionsummit
BONUS Minisode! Patreon Qs and As Dogs that don't want the fun to end, and an unusual decompression problem.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
The Connection Summit: prioritizing the human-canine bond for effective behavior change. Register here: https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/connectionsummit
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Sarah recently added a new dog--and a new breed--to her life. Hear about how that happened, what this breed is, and what she is learning right now
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio .
One thing that separates the good from the great in training is the ability to pivot. Knowing when your plan is going awry and pivoting to a different one before much damage is done is key to training success. Sarah shares some practical tips to learn this skill.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Kim Brophey CDBC, BA is an applied ethologist who works to help people live peacefully with their dogs through her business Dog Door Behavior Center in North Carolina. Her book, Meet Your Dog is a game changer that is all about better understanding of the dogs in our homes. She and Sarah had a riveting conversation about all things dog behavior and in the second part of their talk learn about socialization and what the dog training industry can focus on to improve the way we help our clients.
Find more here: www.dogdoorcanineservices.com https://www.meetyourdogbook.com/
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Kim Brophey CDBC, BA is an applied ethologist who works to help people live peacefully with their dogs through her business Dog Door Behavior Center in North Carolina. Her book, Meet Your Dog is a game changer that is all about better understanding of the dogs in our homes. She and Sarah had a riveting conversation about all things dog behavior and in this part, find out more about why a border collie perceives a speeding cyclist differently than a beagle does.
Kim referenced this article in our talk: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6358212/
Find more here: www.dogdoorcanineservices.com https://www.meetyourdogbook.com/
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Join Sarah while she chats about what she learned in 2020, and what's in store for Cog Dog Radio in 2021.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
How much decompression is enough? How long should your walks be? What behaviors are normal, and which are not? All that and more in this final episode of 2020.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Are you lacking the motivation to train lately? Do you understand how motivating operations affect YOU? Pandemic fatigue as it applies to training is real, let's talk about it.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Online courses, in-person classes, in-person lessons, solo/homeschooling, oh my! There is no shortage of ways to acquire an agility education. But how do you choose? Sarah and Megan get real about the pros and cons of each, both from an instructor and a learner perspective.
Find Megan Foster at www.synergydogsports.com and be sure to join her facebook community, here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1330645903771393
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Sarah had the pleasure of interviewing dog behavior consultant and expert in shelter behavior Trish McMillan, CPDT, CDBC. They covered it all, from the spay/neuter movement to the current state of sheltering today.
Find Trish here: mcmillananimalbehavior.com
https://summer2016.iaabcjournal.org/the-perils-of-placing-marginal-dogs/
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/how-theyre-raised-pit-bulls_b_8029078
https://thelooseleashacademy.com/
Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
This week Sarah chats with friend and colleague Marissa Martino of the Paws and Reward podcast. They talk about the unique and intricate connection between our emotional lives, and those of our dogs. Enjoy!
Find Marissa here: https://pawsandreward.com/
And be sure to pick up a copy of her book:
https://www.amazon.com/Canine-Behavior-Connection-Marissa-Martino/dp/1537070401
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
In the final installment of Tonic's case study we get real with his human, Jenn. She fills us in on what Sarah left out, where Tonic is now behaviorally, and more!
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Dive in with Sarah on the behavioral interventions take to help Tonic the border collie and his handler Jenn.
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/schedule-and-syllabus
In the first of a three part series, dive into Tonic the border collie's frantic and "worked up" behaviors, and learn about the first steps taken to help him.
Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/117-geeking-out-with-dr-jes%C3%BAs-rosales-ruiz/id1205144996?i=1000488820091
A catch up of all things question and answer from our Patreon listeners! Included: dog park TV tips, duration behaviors, puppy FOMO, and more!
Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Links Mentioned: www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com www.camddwrcanine.co.uk www.cleanrun.com
Do dogs have self-control? If they do, can we train it? What's different about self-regulation and "impulse control"? Find out in this episode!
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Check out Sarah's interview with dog trainer Ayoka Bubar about inclusivity in the dog world. We can all take actionable steps to include BIPOC--black, indigenous, and people of color--at dog events. Find out what those are, and you might just learn a thing or two in the meantime.
Check out Ayoka and the cool stuff she does at www.rottendogblog.wordpress.com
Read more about implicit bias here: https://www.vox.com/2014/12/26/7443979/racism-implicit-racial-bias and here: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-to-think-about-implicit-bias/
Read the blog that started this conversation at https://rottendogblog.wordpress.com/2020/07/07/9-ways-to-welcome-bipoc-at-dog-shows-and-trials/
Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Transcript Available Here: https://1drv.ms/w/s!Ag85pVyZOcIJiDaITuFjFMFA3atO?e=yPntwM
Where is the intersection between what you need in a pet, what you want in a performance dog, and what you just plain like? Can you get a dog that checks all of your boxes? I think you can, here is how!
Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Join Sarah as she speaks with Dr Judi Stella and Cat Matloub, part of the team at Good Dog, a resource for humans in search of their next canine companion, and for breeders looking to reach those humans.
Judi Stella is Head of Health Standards & Research at Good Dog. She earned her bachelor's degree in Animal Sciences from The Pennsylvania State University and her Ph.D. in Comparative and Veterinary Medicine, with an emphasis on applied ethology and animal welfare science, from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She was a USDA Science Fellow with the APHIS-Center for Animal Welfare and a visiting scholar at Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine. Her research includes environmental factors that affect the behavior and welfare of confined animals and the impact of the quality of human-animal interactions on animal welfare.
Cat Matloub is Head of Community, Partnerships, and Legal Affairs at Good Dog. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and her Juris Doctorate from the University of Chicago’s Law School. Before joining Good Dog, Cat worked as a corporate lawyer for Skadden Arps and as the Director of Business and Legal Affairs at Sony Music.
If you’re looking for more information about getting a dog, visit www.gooddog.com/learning-center
If you’re a breeder interested in joining Good Dog, visit www.gooddog.com/join-as-breeder
Anti-Racism Resources:
https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Chelsey Protulipac is a geologist and dog nerd extraordinaire. She is one of Sarah’s favorite trainers to talk things out with. Chelsey shares her life with Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers and Belgian Malinois. Join she and Sarah as they dive deep into the vital part of training we call "proofing."
Podcast Resources: https://www.fws.gov/news/blog/index.cfm/2016/7/8/Wildlife-Safety-Tips-for-Enjoying-the-Great-Outdoors
https://lifehacker.com/how-to-survive-a-deer-or-moose-attack-1787553117
Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
You've heard it, "a tired dog is a good dog." But is that true? How far can exercise really go in changing behavior? What behavior problems, if any, can even be affected by exercise? All that and then some in this week's episode.
Additional Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
You had your first dog, then your upgrade, and now you've got this third one. Do you feel paralyzed? Afraid to screw up? If you've ever felt paralyzed with fear of failure or disaster when it comes to dog training, this listen is for you.
https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/upgrade-dogs
There are more ways to use force than just corrective collars. Be sure you are not involving coercion in your positive-reinforcement based training.
Listen as Sarah asks Dr. Leslie Eide your questions about consent and its place in canine rehabilitation and sports medicine.
Here we talk all about what drains, and fills a dog's emotional cup in this interview with Sarah Owings.
Join Sarah as she interviews Dr Jessica Hekman.
Jessica Hekman, DVM, PhD is a veterinary researcher at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, and teaches online classes about the biology and genetics of canine behavior. Jessica received her Ph.D. in Animal Sciences (Genetics, Genomics, and Bioinformatics) in 2017 from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she studied canid behavioral genetics. Previously, Jessica graduated from the Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in 2012 with a dual DVM/MS degree. Her Master's work was on the behavior and cortisol responses of healthy dogs to being hospitalized overnight. She also completed a shelter medicine veterinary internship at the University of Florida Maddie's Shelter Medicine Program. Jessica's current work focuses on the genetics of behavior in both pet and working dogs through a citizen science approach. Jessica is passionate about using genetics to discover how brain function differs between confident and anxious dogs.
www.functionalbreeding.org
www.dogzombie.com
What are the four quadrants of operant conditioning? Should you care? Can we ever restrict ourselves to just one or two quadrants, and if we can, should we? All this and more!
Your first dog was fun, easy, and you had a lovely time in dog sports. But for your second you decided you wanted a faster model. You upgraded. Or, did you?
Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
Back when Cog Dog Radio was born, Sarah covered the case of Jade the golden retriever. Catch up with Jade's human and hear about how his life looks now, and how Emily has been able to reconcile the inherent risks in off leash hiking.
Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1
You asked, here it is! Sarah talks all things loose leash walking. Sarah's orthopedic and chronic pain struggles make leash pulling an absolute no-go for her, so she has a unique and multi-faceted approach to solving this common dog behavior problem.
In this dynamic interview Sarah gets the scoop on all things noise fears in dogs from veterinary behaviorist Dr. Karen Overall. What do we know, what don't we know, and is there hope for treatment? What can breeders as well as puppy buyers do better to avoid this affliction that effects nearly 50% of the world's pet dog population?
Find Dr. Overall at her website, www.karenoverall.com or contact her directly via email at overall.karen@gmail.com
You've got a dog-aggressive dog, and you want a puppy. What do you do? Is this even possible? Sarah draws from real life experience on this one, and has the safety, management, and risk assessment tools you need
Join Sarah as she discusses what happens when our dogs don't always do what we expect. "Your expectations are getting in the way of your observations," as heard from Emelie Johnson Vegh on Hannah Branigan's podcast, Drinking From the Toilet, here: https://hannahbranigan.dog/podcast/105/
Join Sarah in discussion with Dr Leslie Eide as they explore the injury that Idgie suffered early this year. Idgie has returned to full functionality and that is due to the excellent care and careful rehab plan she was provided. Find Dr Eide here: www.thetotalcanine.net And join Sarah for #wednesdaynightchats here: www.facebook.com/thecognitivecanine
Join Sarah and Megan Foster of www.synergydogsports.com as they discuss a frequent student complaint: dogs that don't tolerate repetitions well. Why this might appear to be the case, what you can do about it, and more!
Explore with Sarah while she talks about her evolution through the world of location specific marker training.
In the final installment of the Barky Lunge-y series, Sarah answers the questions listeners submitted via www.patreon.com/cogdogradio
Join in while Sarah and Leslie discuss the recent rule changes in United States agility organizations regarding training in the ring.
Join Sarah as she covers the third in her three pronged approach to dog-directed reactivity: differential reinforcement of alternative behaviors. Learn why this isn't the only approach she takes, and how she carries out with a series of training setups.
In the third of a five part series, Sarah talks about remedial socialization for reactive dogs. What it is, why it matters, how to do it, and more.
Take a quick walk in the woods with Sarah and talk about what COVID-19 means for our community. Dog training businesses, puppy socialization, and self-care in the time of this global pandemic.
In the second of a five part series, Sarah covers the importance of systematic desensitization for reactive dogs. What separates a desensitization protocol from a counter conditioning route? Why does this matter? How can we help our dogs who are literally overly sensitive to other dogs, become desensitized to them?
In the first of a five-part series, join Sarah as she discusses her history in reactivity treatment and her thoughts on why this behavior problem is rampant in our pets.
The expert! Sarah interviews Malena DeMartini, author of "Treating Separation Anxiety in Dogs." Learn about why SA happens, what you can do to prevent it, and how to tell if your dog is suffering from this disorder. Check out Malena at her website, https://malenademartini.com/
When training, we know we are attempting to teach our dogs how to act and what to do, but we are also teaching them--for better or worse--how to feel. Learn how you can optimize your dog's emotions in training by observing their behaviors in the learning process.
If your dog would rather have a tunnel than a toy, you've got problems. Learn why this happens, how to prevent it, and what to do if you're already in this situation.
There are more ways to use force than just corrective collars. Be sure you are not involving coercion in your positive-reinforcement based training.
Do you have a barky-lunge-y type? Do you still want to trial in dog agility? Check out the tips, deal breakers, and training procedures you will need in this episode.
Hear what Sarah learned, was reminded of, and was validated on at this year's Clicker Expo
Sometimes radical acceptance is the best approach, and sometimes behavior modification is. Sarah helps you to decide which is best for you, with some guidelines and basic best practices.
In this episode Sarah and Dr. Leslie Eide discuss the ins and outs of air travel with our dogs.
Having a hard time prioritizing your dog training goals? Hear about Sarah's process for deciding what to train and when, and a bit of philosophizing on resolutions.
What is socialization? Is it just a systematic desensitization process for puppies? This and more!
Have you ever felt limited by positive training? Do you think trainers who use "all the tools" in the toolbox have an easier time at behavior change? Have you ever wondered how to control a behavior WITHOUT using corrections? This one is for you.
Sarah talks to founder of Animal Training Academy, Ryan Cartlige about purpose, entrepreneurship, and all things behavior-geek in this epic episode. Find Ryan at www.animaltrainingacademy.com
Does your dog get bored with repetition? Does he get bored in training or practice for sports? The first step is defining boredom, and that definition will lead you to the solution.
Listen in on a conversation between Sarah and owner of Denver's Noble Beast Dog Training, Mindy Jarvis as they discuss elevating pet dog training with performance dog principles, and vice versa. Contact Mindy at mindy@noblebeastdogtraining.com and check out her website www.noblebeastdogtraining.com
Does fear of missing out plague your agility dog? Does he bark and scream while he waits his turn? This one is for you!
Inspired by the Canine Conversations episode "The Top 5 Behaviors We Would Teach Every Dog," Sarah goes through her essential top five behaviors every sport dog should know. Check out the Canine Conversations episode here: https://canineconvos.com/19-2/
You've heard it. You know you should. But will record-keeping in training really change your life? Is it actually worth it?
Decompression, fitness, skill training, how do you fit it all in? Is there even time for it all? Yes, the answer lies in how you look at it.
Reinforcement drives all behavior, but you don't have to drive all reinforcement. Take a sigh of relief and finally relax about your puppy sniffing and playing on his own.
Join Sarah and Denise Fenzi of Fenzi Dog Sports Acadamy to talk about the new FDSA Pet Professionals Program
Join me and Megan Foster of Synergy Dog Sports while we discuss how to apply smart training techniques to your agility training.
Are you accidentally punishing valuable behaviors in your agility training? Is your instructor?
How do we deal with people being incorrect? Do we fight with them, make our "right" assumptions known, or just let it go? What does this have to do with dog training?
How do you control the chaos of a multi-dog household? How do you keep them from killing each other, or from driving you insane? Tips, tricks, and more in this episode.
Training, equipment, safety, and more! When it comes to hiking with dogs, a little preparation goes a long way.
Listen as Sarah asks Dr Leslie Eide your questions about consent and its place in canine rehabilitation and sports medicine.
What can you do with ten minutes to improve your dog's life? A lot, it turns out! All this, and a few updates, in this episode.
Talk all about what drains, and fills a dog's emotional cup in this interview with Sarah Owings
Join Sarah and Casey Coughlin as they discuss off leash exercise for dogs with an intense drive to hunt or chase wildlife.
Sarah and a zookeeper-dog trainer pal discuss food-based and other types of environmental enrichment.
Intentionally not including her last name or the name of the zoo.
Learn all about what Sarah feeds her dogs these days, why you might want to consider raw feeding, and how easy it can actually be.
Riding in Cars with Dogs (and Laura Demaio Roy) by Sarah Stremming, The Cognitive Canine
Join Sarah and Dr Leslie Eide for a comprehensive Q&A regarding fitness of our agility and performance dog companions!
Casey and Sarah hash it out over your questions! Decompression woes, training hormonal dogs, reinforcement details, and more!
Sports Injuries and Puppy Training with Dr Leslie Eide CCRT by Sarah Stremming, The Cognitive Canine
Cue transfers, reinforcement strategies, and consequential behavior change, oh my! It's start line stays on the podcast today.
Answering some burning questions from the inbox and facebook page, including some details about my new GPS collars.
Join me to talk about training for dog agility, when to know to stop competing, and more!
In the final installment of the NILIF series we discuss alternatives to this outdated protocol.
EPISODE FIFTY! We are talking about the popular Nothing in Life is Free (or NILIF) protocol of dog training.
A conversation about the state of dog agility, border collies, and canine fitness in New Zealand.
Find Kelly here:
https://www.facebook.com/hybriddogtraining/ https://hybriddogtraining.blogspot.com/
The final verdict on the GPS trackers for my dogs, a few points on ethics, and more decompression chat!
Let's talk about leaving the ring with your dog. Is it punishment? Is it effective? Is it fair? All this and more!
The real story of my Christmas day nightmare. A lost dog, and the heroes that saved him.
Join Sarah on a brief decompression walk and hear about why they are so vital to your dog's mental health.
The final installment of the Synergy case study is here! In this episode I interview Carrie, Syn's handler, and we get real about Synergy's arousal levels and training.
In part two of Synergy the whippet's story we discuss start line stays, stopped contacts, and reinforcement strategies!
In part one of Synergy the whippet's case study we discuss high arousal, great dog training, and good lifestyle choices.
Do you compare yourself to others? Do you compare your dog's progress to others? It's time to stop!
In the final installment of the effective behavior change series! This time its all about the god of behavior change--reinforcement!
Road trip podcast part two! This time we discuss setting the scene for desired behaviors with smart arrangement of antecedents.
I've been feeling my triggers stack up, what about you? In this episode chat with me about trigger stacking and a common misnomer in behavior modification.
Talking about what it means to be a crossover trainer with Casey Coughlin of Inspiration Canine.
I talk with Katie Gingrich, owner/operator of Pets Crave Love in Austin Texas about putting the four steps to behavioral wellness to work in pet dog care.
In a candid conversation with my friend Aimee Bonnain we talk about getting training wrong on the way to getting it right, and the nature of training as an applied science.
A podcast update where I cover seminars, my new chickens, and the recent passing of pioneer scientist Raymond Coppinger.
In the final installment about Dani the sheltie we talk to Dani's human, Graham and get his take on training a reluctant dog.
In Dani Part Two we get into the details of what we did with this special dog. Teaching her she is never wrong, showing her that she can tackle challenges, and letting her see her world in a way she never had. Enjoy!
Dani, the little sheltie that could! She was shy, scared, and shut-down. Her transformation is one of my favorites. Enjoy!
Dogs that "stress down," the difficulties of counterconditioning noises, and how play matters.
More on the reflexive (or not) nature of barking, dealing with handler-focused dogs in agility, and training your students with positive reinforcement. Plus, what's up next for The Cognitive Canine?
In this episode I discuss why barking is such a troubling thing for so many dog people, we go a little more in depth as to what a fear period is and is not, and more! Enjoy.
Answering email questions about puppies! Crate barking, separation anxiety prevention, and more!
This week I answer email questions, talk about Clicker Expo, emotions as behavior in sport dogs, and my upcoming FDSA course, "Worked Up!"
In my final installment about puppies I interview Jane Messineo-Lindquist (Jane Killion) about her comprehensive puppy raising program, Puppy Culture.
In the first of a three part series about puppies, we discuss picking a breeder and a puppy for sports. Also covered: some confusion about one of my recommendations for Prime and an email topic about why people don't own their dogs' behavior problems.
In the final installment of the Prime saga I interview his owner, Heidi. We also discuss email questions concerning barking.
Recording from my hotel room on the way home from Cynosport World Games. Prime's owner is also on her way home, so her interview will be recorded when she gets there and will come out in two weeks. For now, listen while I answer email questions and talk about the environment at Cynosport.
Part three of four in which we continue to discuss Prime's home-life issues including hiding and compulsive pattern-seeking.
In the second of four podcasts in which I will talk about Prime the border collie learn about what we did to tackle his obsession with the seesaw, his aversion to pointing, and more.
Join us for the first installment of Prime's story. Prime is a border collie with a wide array of struggles including attacking the teeter, running off on the start line, owner-directed aggression, chronic anxiety manifesting in hiding, compulsive behaviors including water biting, and more! He is a very interesting dog, enjoy.
In the final installment of Kevin's story I interview his human, Dr. Patti Mahoney. She is a wonderful storyteller, and she really loves this dog. Enjoy!
There is a brief moment where Patti's cell phone cut out during our talk and I really didn't want to remove that part of the story, so just hang in there, it improves.
The gorilla video mentioned in the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGQmdoK_ZfY
Part two of the Kevin saga. Kevin is a GSD with chronic stress and anxiety, fear of strangers, and fear of all things new.
This is the first in a three part series about a German Shepherd named Kevin who suffered from chronic anxiety, noise phobia, fear of strangers, and more.
The second of three installments covering the case of Jade the golden retriever. In this episode I get into the details of Jade's behavior modification.
The first of a three part discussion on Jade the golden retriever. Listen as I outline the behavior modification process for this over-the-top agility dog.
Welcome to Cog-Dog Radio! This is a podcast exploring The Cognitive Canine's special niche, behavior problems in performance dogs. Join The Cognitive Canine's founder, Sarah Stremming, as she explores the exciting and complex world of all things behavior as it pertains to dog sports.