Best Kristina Spaulding Podcasts (2024)

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#25 Monique Udell - Problem solving, communication, and attachment (full length version of original, shortened version) 1:04:34

14d ago1:04:34

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Your host: Kristina Spaulding, PhD, CAAB with Science Matters Academy of Animal Behavior, LLC This podcast was originally released in March 2022 as a shortened version. This is the full version of the original podcast. My guest today is Dr. Monique Udell. Dr. Udell is a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist and an Associate Professor of Animal & Ran…

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Chat & Chuckle with Laura Monaco Torelli About Cooperative Care With Cats 58:44

25d ago58:44

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Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Laura Monaco Torelli about cooperative care with cats! Laura Monaco Torelli is the founder of Animal Behavior Training Concepts in Chicago, Illinois. Her career began in 1991 with Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium, where she was part of the animal care team for beluga whales, d…

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PPG Advocacy Panel: The Most Misunderstood Facts About Cats and Their Behavior 1:02:44

27d ago1:02:44

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Join PPG Advocacy Task Force chair Don Hanson as he hosts a clowder of feline training and behavior experts for a discussion about the most misunderstood facts about cats and their behavior. Your panelists for this discussion are Dr. Zazie Todd, Beth Adelman, Allison Hunter-Frederick, Holden Svirsky, and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison. Enjoy listening …

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Chat & Chuckle with Veronica Sanchez of Cooperative Paws Service Dog Education 1:03:52

27d ago1:03:52

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Join Niki Tudge as she chats and chuckles with Veronica Sanchez of Cooperative Paws Service Dog Education about her service dog coaching program!

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#24: Mini episode 4 - Pair housing revisited, survey on guardian training methods and information sources 25:50

2M ago25:50

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Summary In this conversation, Kristina discusses two research papers. The first paper explores the effects of pair housing versus single housing in shelter dogs (yes, this was discussed last episode, but this is a 2nd study on the same topic, from a different perspective). The study found that pair housing with another dog may decrease stress level…

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Chat & Chuckle with Dr. Kristina Spaulding of Science Matters Academy of Animal Behavior 1:04:55

2M ago1:04:55

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Join Niki Tudge and Judy Luther as they chat and chuckle with Dr. Kristina Spaulding about her new classes and courses! Dr. Spaulding's educational offerings can be found on her website, Science Matters Academy of Animal Behavior.

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#23 - Dr. Patricia McConnell on intrinsic reinforcement, flow, and agency 1:03:18

2M ago1:03:18

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Summary In this conversation, Dr. Patricia McConnell and Dr. Kristina Spaulding explore the concept of flow, which is a state of complete absorption and engagement in an activity that is intrinsically rewarding. They discuss how flow can vary among individuals and how it relates to different activities dogs might do. The conversation highlights the…

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Chat & Chuckle with Grace Taylor About Collaborating with Cat Sitters 49:35

2M ago49:35

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Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Grace Taylor about promoting your business by collaborating with cat sitters. Grace Taylor is the owner of Furever Friends Catsitting in Baltimore, Maryland. With a deep passion for animal welfare, she has been actively involved in cat rescue and fostering for many yea…

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PPG Advocacy Panel: The Importance of Empathy and Compassion in Animal Training: Why There Is No Need for Violence ... Ever 1:02:47

2M ago1:02:47

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Listen as the PPG Advocacy Panel addresses these important questions: What do we mean by violence? Why do some professionals and non-professionals choose violence? Why are empathy, compassion, and rewards a better choice? What can PPG members do to bring about change and to end the violence? Your moderator: PPG Advocacy Task Force Chair Don Hanson …

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#22: Mini-episode 3 - Puppy whines and maternal care, impacts of housing on shelter dog stress 23:51

3M ago23:51

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Summary In this conversation, I discuss two research papers related to dog behavior. The first paper explores the influence of puppy whines on maternal behavior in dogs. The study found that puppy whines trigger maternal care - with stronger maternal care in response to the mother's own puppies. The second paper examines the impact of different enr…

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Learn All About Celebrating Life Together—PPG's 2024 Advocacy Event! 58:39

3M ago58:39

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Listen to this fun-filled discussion about PPG's upcoming advocacy event, Celebrating Life Together, taking place in August and September 2024! Learn how you can help raise awareness for humane, ethical, and effective pet training and care, and win amazing prizes!

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#21 - Dr. Lucia Lazarowski - Odor and cognition, working dogs, resilience and arousal 1:06:31

3M ago1:06:31

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Dr. Lucia Lazarowski, chief behavioral scientist at Auburn University's Canine Performance Sciences Program, discusses her research on olfaction and behavior in detection dogs. Dr. Lazarewski shares insights on the best methods for training dogs to detect odors, the capacity of dogs to learn multiple odors, and the maintenance of odor memory and se…

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Advocacy Panel: How Do We Turn Prospects Into Clients? 59:41

3M ago59:41

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Listen as the PPG Advocacy Panel talks about ways to turn prospects into clients. Your Moderator: PPG Advocacy Task Force Chair Don Hanson Your Advocacy Panel for this discussion: Dr. Eduardo Fernandez, Dr. Kristina Spaulding, Beth Adelman, Daniel Antolec, Allison Hunter-Frederick, Judy Luther, Sandra Machado, Debbie Sheridan, and Sam Wike Enjoy li…

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Chat & Chuckle with Michelle Martiya About Working With Hybrid Cats 55:36

3M ago55:36

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Savannahs and Bengals (and spraying) ... oh my! Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Michelle Martiya about working with hybrid cats! Michelle Martiya is an ABI certified exotic animal trainer who works with canines, equids, and exotic species. Michelle specializes in connecting and building relationships…

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#20: Mini-episode #2 - Perspectives on puppy development, training and impulse control, barking in shelters 29:02

4M ago29:02

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It's time for another mini-episode on recent research! In this episode, I discuss papers about 1) gaps in our understanding of puppy development, from a unique perspective, 2) the impact of dog sports discipline (e.g. obedience or nosework) on impulse control and persistence, and 3) a program for reducing barking in shelter dogs. Each paper is summ…

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Chat & Chuckle with Katlyn Grayson About Making Modifications for Cats With Mobility Issues 54:45

4M ago54:45

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Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Katlyn Grayson about making modifications for cats with mobility issues. Katlyn Grayson is a Fear Free Certified Professional (FFCP), Licensed Family Dog Mediator (LFDM), CertifiedProfessional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) and a Certified Cat Behavior Consul…

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PPG Advocacy Panel: Conversations About Compassionate Care and Connection with Dr. Laura Donaldson 1:17:29

4M ago1:17:29

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You don't want to miss this special episode! It's the first for a new Advocacy Task Force program called Conversations About Compassionate Care and Connection. These special Advocacy Panels feature a special guest and two co-hosts. The special guest for this Advocacy Panel is Dr. Laura Donaldson! Your Co-hosts: Judy Luther and Debbie Sheridan Your …

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PPG Advocacy Panel: Unrealistic Expectations—Where Do They Come From and How Do We Diffuse Them? 1:03:48

5M ago1:03:48

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It's time to get real! Listen as the PPG Advocacy Panel discusses unrealistic expectations for pets, where those expectations come from, and how to diffuse them. Your moderator for this discussion is Don Hanson and the panelists are Dr. Kristina Spaulding, Daniel Antolec, Kristi Benson, Kim Silver, and Sam Wike.…

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#19: Mini-episode #1 - Handling in horses, cat aggression at the vet clinic and at home, pandemic puppies 22:05

5M ago22:05

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Here is a quick little episode for you with a summary of three recent papers. If you enjoyed this information and would like more opportunities to stay current with dog behavior research, check out Research Bites here. You can also get more information on my courses and upcoming events at www.sciencemattersllc.com. Papers discussed in this episode:…

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Chat & Chuckle with Beth Adelman About Shifting Perspectives About Cat Behavior 53:01

5M ago53:01

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Change can be good, especially when it comes to understanding cats better! Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Beth Adelman about shifting people's perspectives about cat behavior. Beth Adelman, MS, is a Cat Behavior Consultant in Brooklyn, New York. Beth is currrently on the executive committee of the P…

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#18 - Dr. Erin Hecht - Breed differences in dog brains 40:31

6M ago40:31

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In this episode, I will be talking to Dr. Erin Hecht. She received her bachelor of science degree in cognitive science from the University of California, San Diego in 2006, and her PhD in neuroscience from Emory University in 2013. Before moving to Harvard, she was a research scientist at the Center for Behavioral Neuroscience at Georgia State Univ…

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Advocacy Panel: Changing a Pet's Behavior by Changing Human Behavior 58:56

6M ago58:56

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In this episode, the PPG Advocacy Panel discusses changing a pet's behavior by changing human behavior. Your Moderator: PPG Advocacy Task Force Don Hanson Your Advocacy Panel for this discussion: Dr. Zazie Todd, Dr. Karolina Westlund, Beth Adelman, Daniel Antolec, Judy Luther, Sandra Machado, Pat Miller, Debbie Sheridan and Sam Wike Enjoy listening…

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Chat & Chuckle with Kate Benjamin About Environmental Enrichment for Cats 55:40

6M ago55:40

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You'll feel enriched after listening to Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison chat and chuckle with the incredible Kate Benjamin about environmental enrichment for cats! Founder of the cat style brand Hauspanther, Kate has been writing about cats and design since 2007. Her website hauspanther.com is the top online resource for design-consci…

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Chat & Chuckle with Mary Stevens About How Cat Consultants Can Build Relationships with Veterinary Practices 58:04

7M ago58:04

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Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Mary Stevens about how cat consultants can build relationships with veterinary practices. Shortly after Mary graduated from Villa Julie College with a degree in biology, she fell upon a job in veterinary medicine. She has now been a veterinary technician for almost two…

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#17 - Dr. Sharmaine Miller - One Health 1:12:12

7M ago1:12:12

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Dr. Sharmaine Miller is a Postdoctoral Fellow at Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. Her research focuses on stress, One Health, and health equity and she is interested in human-animal relationships and their impact on both human and animal health. Dr. Miller completed her undergraduate studies at Towson University (2010 - 2014) and her PhD in B…

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Chat & Chuckle with T Hamboyan Harrison About Strategies for Handling Fearful Cats 59:13

7M ago59:13

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Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with T. Hamboyan Harrison of A Cat's Purrspective about strategies for handling fearful cats. T Hamboyan Harrison is a cat behavior consultant at A Cat’s Purrspective, LLC. As a disabled person, T especially enjoys helping cats with chronic medical conditions. T has spent o…

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PPG Advocacy Panel: Are We Trainers or Teachers? What Best Describes What We Do for Our Clients? 1:00:58

7M ago1:00:58

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Listen in as the PPG Advocacy Panel answers these questions: Are we trainers or teachers? What best describes what we do for our clients? Your moderator for this discussion is Don Hanson, and the panelists are Beth Adelman, Judy Luther, Sandra Machado, Kim Silver, and Sam Wike.

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#16 - Pierre Zimmerman - Addressing burnout and emotional well-being in humans 1:03:51

7M ago1:03:51

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We can't help animals if we, ourselves, are not okay. Taking care of your mental health and well-being is essential to avoid burnout. In this episode, I interview Pierre Zimmerman, a Buddhist chaplain and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction instructor. We discuss the impact of stress on different aspects of behavior, and approaches for handling stre…

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Navigating the holiday season with your separation anxiety dogs 45:09

10M ago45:09

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In this episode Stacey & Ness provide dog guardians with their top tips to help them get through the holiday season with their dogs.Here's the link to Stacey's blog - https://bit.ly/46dVmDCAnd here's the link to the waiting list for Ness' new membership - https://www.decodingyourcanine.com/f/k9-decoders-waitlist______________________________This po…

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Chat & Chuckle with Tabitha Kucera About Cooperative Care for Cats 59:08

10M ago59:08

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Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Tabitha Kucera, RVT, VTS (Behavior), about cooperative care for cats—an important topic since significantly fewer cats than dogs see a veterinarian every year, and cooperative care can make vet visits less stressful and more comprehensive for cats! Tabitha Kucera is an…

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Emotional Regulation with Grisha Stewart 48:18

10M ago48:18

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We are so excited to share this episode for more than one reason! The first being that our guest is Grisha Stewart, who so kindly agreed to share her time and knowledge with us on a topic Jade is only becoming more passionate about. The other is a chance to share an upcoming webinar covering all sorts of topics about finding, adopting, and training…

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Help! Why is my dog OK elsewhere but not at home alone? 22:06

10M ago22:06

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It's a common question that often puzzles dog guardians - why is my dog fine to be alone in other situations and locations but not in their own home?In this episode, Stacey & Ness examine why this might occur and what you can do about it._____________________________________________________This podcast discusses Separation Anxiety in dogs and how t…

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Neurodivergence and Animal Training: Miranda's Experience 1:25:20

11M ago1:25:20

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Have you wanted to hear more about our guests' personal experiences with and thoughts on being neurodivergent as a kid, throughout their career development, and in their business now? Miranda is the perfect guest for you (we know, we know, the episode got a bit long but it's well worth the listen)! We hope this is a relatable episode for other neur…

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#15 - Dr. Allison Scagel - Cognition and training 51:49

11M ago51:49

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Dr. Allison Scagel. She is the owner and founder of Scholars with Collars Training and Behavior LLC. She graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a bachelor's degree in wildlife and conservation biology and minors in both psychology and animal behavior. She then interned with Dr. Spaulding for three years. She also served as a dog kennel…

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PPG's New Pet Training Science Alliance Program 57:55

11M ago57:55

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Join Niki Tudge, Jean Donaldson, Judy Luther, and Rebekah King as they gather to officially launch PPG's new Pet Training Science Alliance (PTSA)! Learn about what the program is, how the program works, and how you can help support it as an educator or as a learner. Stay up to date on the latest PTSA projects here: https://www.petprofessionalguild.…

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How emotions & moods impact home alone time behavior with Dr Karolina Westlund 56:47

12M ago56:47

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In this episode, Associate Professor of Ethology Dr Karolina Westlund of ILLIS Animal Behaviour Courses shares her knowledge about emotions & moods and how they relate to separation-related behavior.Dr Westlund's online courses and blogs can be found on her website at https://illis.se/en/ You can also follow her on social media at: https://www.face…

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Transitioning Trainers: Horsemanship and Frustration 1:00:07

12M ago1:00:07

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content warning: explicit language Our guest today is Max Siefert, fellow ND horse and dog trainer to teach us (and you), more about horse training, his transition through training methods over time, his experience with being ND, and even a little bit about emotional regulation for humans. The added complexity of learning to emotionally regulate wh…

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What information is important to track in training ... 18:13

12M ago18:13

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In this episode Stacey & Ness discuss the type of data we need to track to move separation anxiety training forward.Knowing what to track can provide us with a thorough understanding of what is likely to impact the dog and what is not. Remember, all dogs are individuals and different things impact them, or not, in different ways. If we now what doe…

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Zigzag Puppy Training App Fellowship Program for PPG Members 25:50

1y ago25:50

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Join Niki Tudge, Don Hanson and Judy Luther as they chat with Lorna Winter and Kat Williams of Zigzag Puppy Training App about the Zigzag Fellowship Program for PPG members!

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Chat & Chuckle with Katenna Jones About Working with Dogs and Cats Together 58:18

1y ago58:18

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Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Katenna Jones of Jones Animal Behavior about working with dogs and cats together. Animal behavior is not a new field for Katenna, nor a hobby turned into a career—it's all she's ever done. She became a shelter volunteer in 1998 while earning a Bachelor's degree in biol…

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When your dog's furry best friend passes ... 26:46

1y ago26:46

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In this episode Ness & Stacey discuss how to help your dog cope with home alone time while going through the grieving process of losing their furry best friend. ========================================== This podcast discusses Separation Anxiety in dogs and how to fix it. Two global specialists (all certified as Separation Anxiety Pro Behavior Cons…

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#14 - Puppy Independence Trails with Rose Browne 44:07

1y ago44:07

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This episode's guest is Rose Browne. She was a student in my Unlocking Resilience course. I decided to have her on because I was so impressed by one of the assignments that she submitted for this course that I asked if she'd be willing to come on the podcast to talk about her idea more and share it with a wider audience. Rose is a Karen Pryor Acade…

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Dogs Demystified: An A-to-Z Guide to All Things Canine with Dr. Marc Bekoff 1:22:28

1y ago1:22:28

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Join Niki Tudge as she chats with Dr. Marc Bekoff about his recent book, Dogs Demystified: An A-to-Z Guide to All Things Canine, including some annoying dog myths that are covered in the book. ⁠The book is available on Amazon here.

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Stress in Dogs with special guest Dr Kristina Spaulding 1:00:44

1y ago1:00:44

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In this episode Stacey and Ness meet with Dr. Kristina Spaulding, Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, to discuss stress. We cover types of stress and the impacts of stress, as well as building resilience to stress. You can find more information about Dr. Kristina Spaulding on her website at:https://sciencemattersllc.com/Her awesome book, The Stre…

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Chat and Chuckle with Beth Brown About Control Unleashed for Cats 59:40

1y ago59:40

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Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Beth Brown about Control Unleashed for cats! Beth Brown (CDBC, CCBC, CSAT, CPDT-KSA, CCUI, FFCP) is passionate about educating people to advocate for and use force-free approaches to living with their animals. Specifically, teaching people and animals to communicate mo…

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PPG Advocacy Panel: The Why and How of Teaching Our Students the Importance of Understanding Our Pets' Emotions and Body Language 1:09:14

1y ago1:09:14

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Grab your favorite snack or beverage, and settle in to listen as the PPG Advocacy Panel discusses the why and how of teaching our students the importance of understanding our pets' emotions and body language. Don Hanson is your moderator for this discussion, and the panelists are Beth Adelman, Daniel Antolec, Judy Luther, Sandra Machado, Kim Silver…

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Day Training and ADHD: Using Unique Services to Suit Your Needs 1:03:25

1y ago1:03:25

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Have you wondered whether offering day training would be a good option for your business? Ash is here to help you figure it out! Marketing to generate consistent client inquiries and then keeping up with answering those inquiries can feel like an impossible task for ND business owners. Relieving the stress of constant client generation can be one o…

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#13 - Dr. Tammy McClain, PsyD - Navigating challenging client conversations 1:09:30

1y ago1:09:30

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Dr. McClain is a licensed clinical psychologist who has 27 years of experience administering and evaluating a wide variety of personality, intelligence, and aptitude psychological tests. She is an innovative and understanding professional proficient in mental health and therapeutic interventions and protocols. In addition, she has expertise in ADHD…

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All About Hyperattachment 21:20

1y ago21:20

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In today's episode the girls discuss Hyperattachment - what it is and why it is different from Separation Anxiety, as well as the best ways to help the dog through it.==========================================This podcast discusses Separation Anxiety in dogs and how to fix it. Two global specialists (all certified as Separation Anxiety Pro Behavior…

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#12 - Dr. Lindsay Palmer - Peoples attitudes about dog training. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. 1:13:00

1y ago1:13:00

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Dr. Lindsay Palmer is a social psychologist who earned her PhDs in Psychology and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from the Pennsylvania State University in 2022. Before attending Penn State, she earned her B.A. from the University of Virginia and managed a UVa laboratory in social cognition and behavior for two years. Currently, she is a pos…

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