Life With Your Dog

Ep168: Josh Moran, The Barefoot Dog Trainer

• This week's guest is the barefoot dog trainer from Buffalo, NY. Josh is well known within the industry and is an all round good guy.
• We discussed all different topics from the pragmatic side of dog training and how to convey theory into a practical application for dog owners.
• Along with covering Josh's relationships with dogs over the years and how much it has influenced his life and many other themes covered in this wonderful conversation.
• Josh has the mind of a philosopher and a heart of gold.
• We hope this episode offers insight, lessons and experiences which enrich your life with your dog.
• A quote from Josh: "Life has gone to the dogs. Some of human-kind's most intimate relationships are with their dogs.  We like to help people live more meaningful and connected lives with their companions."
• Find Josh at http://www.barefootdogtrainer.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/barefootdogtrainer/

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Ep167- Group Class & Daycare [Q&A]

• Panos answers Nicholette's question regarding her dog Buddy and his reactive behaviour at group class which 'disrupts the class and he doesn't listen to me'.
• It's important to consider all the factors in this situation as it's not just one thing that is creating this behaviour issue.
• Is it the doggie daycare, the trainer, technique, equipment or handling skills that contribute to this undesirable behaviour?
• Panos discusses the different variables that are at play which need addressing to resolve the issue at hand.

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Ep166 - Genetics vs Environment (Nature vs Nurture)

• You are the shepherd, not the engineer of your dog's behaviour.
• Any individual is a mosaic of their extended family.
• Panos & Luke discuss the roles genetics and environment (innate and learnt behaviour) play in what creates a behaviour, temperament and mindset.
• Environment brings forth genetic expression and it's potential, this relates to type/level of drive, temperament, health, social behaviours, anxiety and aggression to name a few.
• It's not only training that develops a behaviour, it is also the DNA of your dog.
• Work with the dog that is in front of you.

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Ep165 - Fostering Dogs [Q&A]

• Panos answers a question sent in by Bec on Instagram regarding her foster dog and how she should go about a few things.
• Bec is an aspiring dog trainer and is addressing the foster caring in a great way to help the dog, her own skillset and the broader community.
• Topics discussed:
• Does training while fostering confusing to dogs and their new owners?
• What equipment to use?
• What's a good setup for dog's safety and well-being while leaving them alone and sleeping times?

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Ep164 - Shara: Backyard Breeding & Animal Shelters

• This week's guest, Shara, has extensive experience working in the animal industry ranging from horses, vet nursing, dog training, senior roles in animal shelters and much more.
• We discussed the issues with backyard breeding, the roles of local animal shelters, dog ownership and the lack of proper regulation to improve real welfare issues in the industry.
• Shara has a great perspective, attitude and approach to these topics and was a great conversation to trigger thought and discussion on these touchy subjects.
• A few rants and non fact checked info was shared, we are open to receiving feedback and any corrections to help improve our understanding on some of these topics.

 

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Ep163 - Multi Dog Homes

• Panos discusses some important and useful tips on managing and maintaining multi dog homes.
• Sometimes having more than 1 dog is fun, energising and all round good vibes, other times having more than 1 dog is a nightmare!
• Consider the topics of discussion and see if the implementation of the advice shared in this episode works well for you.
• Remember prevention is the best cure, tune in to this prior to adding more dogs to your home.

 

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Ep162 - Anthropomorphism

• Anthropomorphism is the attribution of human characteristics or behaviour to a god, animal, or object.
• In dog training, it typically refers to attributing human emotions, behaviours, or characteristics onto our furry friends (perhaps, even, our "fur babies").
• What are the potential consequences of this? A dog is not a human - treating them as such can have negative implications for the relationship between an owner and their dog.
• Listen in as we open Pandora's box on this sometimes touchy subject!

 

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Ep161 - My Dog Ignores Me For Other Dogs [Q&A]

• Kate sent in a question, "My 9 month old Kelpie/Border Collie keeps ignoring my recall to run up to other dogs to play. HELP!! What have I done wrong?"
• Tune in to hear Panos' advice on how to manage and train this situation to a more desirable outcome. Set your dog up for success!

 

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Ep160 - Life After Prong Collars: Brittany ”The Pet Girl”

• Our friend Brittany "The Pet Girl" returned this week to discuss the fallout from the recent prong collar ban in Queensland.
• What are the longterm consequences of this decision? What happens to the dogs for which this was an essential part of their training?
• Join us as we unpack these questions plus more, regarding yet another blow to the balanced training community in Australia
• Find Brittany and her services at https://www.thepetgirl.com.au/

 

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Ep159 - Chaining Behaviours (Training Revision)

• Panos explains the concept of chaining behaviours which is the practice of linking many commands together in a sequence prior to a reward or release.
• There are a few things that make this practice very important to add to your training such as:
• Understanding the power of intermittent reinforcement
• Practicality of training for the real world
• Make training dynamic and funIf you aren't already chaining behaviours together, have a listen and give it a go!

 

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