An internationally recognized pet safety advocate, Ms. Wolko founded the Center for Pet Safety in 2011. CPS is a non-profit organization working on behalf of pet owners to ensure safety of pet products. With a keen understanding of the pet industry, she has authored the first safety standards for pet products, launched a certification program, counsels pet product manufacturers around the globe and works tirelessly for consumer and companion animal safety.  Ms. Wolko holds a bachelors degree from George Mason University and she currently leads the research division of CPS.

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Website: https://www.centerforpetsafety.org/ 

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Pet Travel Tips: https://www.centerforpetsafety.org/pet-parents/pet-travel-tips/

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Michael Shikashio, CDBC, is the founder of AggressiveDog.com and focuses on

teaching other professionals from around the world on how to successfully work

aggression cases. He is a five-term president of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) and was the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) Member of the Year in 2020.

Michael is sought after for his expert opinion by numerous media outlets, including the

New York Times, New York Post, Fox News, USA Today, The List TV, Baltimore Sun,

WebMD, Women’s Health Magazine, Real Simple Magazine, SiriusXM Radio, The

Chronicle of the Dog, and Steve Dale’s Pet World. He also hosts the popular podcast

show “The Bitey End of the Dog” where he chats with the foremost experts on dog

Aggression.

He has been a featured keynote speaker at conferences, universities, and seminars in

more than 200 cities and 20 different countries around the world, and offers a variety of educational opportunities on the topic of canine aggression, including the Aggression in Dogs Master Course and the annual Aggression in Dogs Conference.

https://aggressivedog.com/

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Guest Bio:

My name is Sylvia Wes, I have been a certified dog trainer for 7 years. I am currently working as an early developmental and reactivity/ aggression specialist.  While I am a certified professional dog trainer, the majority of my cases revolve around behavior consulting and modification.

​I have been working with dogs in a professional capacity for over a decade.  I got my start in the rescue sector, running a huge no kill center in DTLA with over 200 animals in our care.  I forayed into pet care as a special needs and geriatric care specialist before diving into the world of dog training.

​I am passionate about science based, positive reinforcement training.  I currently hold two certification and am seeking a new certification in behavior consulting. I believe in the power of individual learning, radical consideration and choice based learning models to help propel your relationship with your dog to next level.

​Let me help guide you into a new world of better communication, meeting your dog's needs and human animal bonding to last your dog's lifetime.  Anything is possible with though the power of love, patience and science.

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Website: https://www.dogupinthisbitch.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogupinthisbitch

About the Host:

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Robin Roy has been training dogs her whole life, starting as a child following her mother, an American Kennel Club obedience judge, around the ring. She started training professionally to keep dogs out of shelters and rescues. Robin’s training methods are positive, dog-friendly techniques that work easily—and help you help your dog. She is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, and the West LA Obedience Club. She has volunteered with a number of rescue groups and specializes in rescue dogs. She is a certified Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and is certified in Pet First Aid and CPR. She is a therapy dog evaluator and also trains service dogs. She longs for a time when all humans appreciate dogs for all they are.

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Website: http://robinroy.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinroydogtraining/ 

www.akc.com

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Renee Rhoades, MSc / Applied Animal Behaviorist

My journey into the field of canine behavior has been fueled by a lifelong dedication to enhancing the lives of dogs and their humans. From an early age, my love for dogs was unmistakable—my family often jokes that I was born with a deep connection to them. This passion truly blossomed when I began volunteering at my local ASPCA during high school, where I gained firsthand experience with dogs' diverse needs and unique personalities.

This pivotal experience led me to dedicate a decade to veterinary medicine, where I honed my understanding of animal health and welfare. Yet, it became clear to me that physical healing was only part of the equation. To truly support dogs and their guardians, I also needed to delve deeper into the intricacies of canine mental health. This realization drove me to pursue further education, dedicating another decade to shifting my focus to canine behavior.

As an Applied Animal Behaviorist and the founder of R+Dogs, I am committed to offering evidence-based, compassionate behavior consulting and educational opportunities that prioritize the highest ethical and welfare-based practices.

My mission is simple: to empower you with the knowledge and skills to unlock your dog’s full potential and make their short lives as fulfilling and joyful as possible.

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Website: www.rplusguardians.com 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/r.plus.dogs/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rplusdogsbehavior/

About the Host:

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Annie Grossman, CPDT-KA, KPA CTP, is a journalist, certified dog trainer and the owner of School For The Dogs in Manhattan's East Village. Her new book is How To Train Your Dog With Love + Science. She also cohosts a podcast of the same name.

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Author, How To Train Your Dog With Love + Science 

Owner, School For The Dogs

About the Host

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Gemma’s Website: https://www.dynamicdog.co.uk/about 

Pain and problematic behavior in cats and dogs Daniel Mills - Lincoln University: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32085528/

Dr Connor Brady - Dogs First: https://dogsfirst.ie/about-dr-conor-brady/

Raw Pet Medics https://rawpetmedics.com/

Vince the Vet UK - https://www.vincethevet.co.uk/

Free facebook group for Professionals: Dynamic Dog - The Pain Assessment Toolbox 

Facebook group for Dog Owners: Dynamic Dog - The Dog Owners Edition

Facebook - Dynamic Dog

Instagram: @The_Dynamic_Dog

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Trigger Warning: This episode discusses Euthanasia and animal cruelty.

Jenna Pellerito is a certified canine behavior consultant who specializes in severe behavioral issues. Jenna has worked with dogs for 10 years and has 7 years of experience in the training and behavior modification realm. Throughout her career, Jenna has worked and volunteered in various shelters, animal controls, and rescue organizations, primarily working hands on with dogs who were displaying behavioral concerns. Outside of working in shelters, Jenna works full time through her business "Columbia K9 Training & Behavior" helping clients and their dogs work through and overcome behavioral challenges.

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https://www.thefutureisforcefree.com/

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Juliana DeWillems is a Certified Dog Trainer and Dog Behavior Consultant, and the owner of JW Dog Training in the Washington, D.C. area. She also serves as a Karen Pryor Academy faculty member, teaching trainers about the principles of behavior science and clicker training. When she is not training private clients or teaching her KPA students, Juliana works with brands and media outlets to educate the public about dog training and behavior. In the spirit of educating dog guardians, Juliana is the author of the book Manage It! Hacks for Improving Your Dog's Behavior.

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www.jwdogtraining.com

instagram.com/jwdogtraining

https://www.dogwise.com/manage-it-hacks-for-improving-your-dogs-behavior/

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Lisa Radosta DVM, DACVB

Dr. Radosta graduated from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 2000. She completed a residency in Behavioral Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. During her residency, she was awarded the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists Resident research award two years in a row. 

Dr. Radosta is the owner of Florida Veterinary Behavior Service, a specialty behavior practice in southeast Florida and co-owns Dog Nerds, an online educational resource for owners whose pets have behavior disorders.

She is a sought after speaker nationally and internationally. She is a coauthor of several books including: Behavior Problems of the Dog and Cat, 4th edition and From Fearful to Fear Free. She is a contributing author for Blackwell’s Five Minute Veterinary Consult, Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion: Canine and Feline Behavior, Decoding your Cat, Canine and Feline Behavior for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses and Feline and Small Animal Pediatrics. 

She has published research articles in the Journal of Applied Animal Behavior Science, Journal of Veterinary Behavior and The Veterinary Journal and written review articles for Advances in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery, Compendium, NAVC, Veterinary Team Brief, Clinician’s Brief and AAHA Newstat. She has served on the Fear Free Executive Council and the AAHA Behavior Management Task Force.

She has been interviewed for many publications including Cat Fancy, Dog Fancy, Palm Beach Post, NAVC Clinician’s Brief, Sun Sentinel, WebMD, AAHA trends, Real Simple, Good News for Pets, Catster, DVM 360 and AAHA News Stat. She has appeared on Lifetime television, Laurie Live, local news in southeast Florida, Mitch Wilder's Amazing Pet Discoveries, Nat Geo Wild, Animal Planet, Steve Dale's Pet Talk and Dogs, CNBC and Cats and Scapegoats. 

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Website: https://drlisaradosta.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlisaradosta/

Recommends: Dr. Evan Maclean, Director of the Arizona Canine Cognition Center https://dogs.arizona.edu/people/dr-evan-maclean

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