Enlightened Pet Behavior Podcast

Rhonda Feinberg

APDT, CPDT-KA

Rhonda Feinberg is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer with over ten years experience training dogs and their owners.

In her business Alpha Paws Dog Training Rhonda follows her passion using reward based, positive reinforcement and clicker- dog friendly methods. Rhonda teaches a full curriculum of group classes including: Puppy, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, house-hold manners, Tricks, Basic Agility Training classes and offers AKC K9 Good Citizen evaluation and tricks certifications. For those who want more personal attention she offers one on one or family private training sessions. Rhonda specializes in behavior and obedience issues, aggression, barking, housebreaking, jumping, phobias, separation anxiety, socialization and leash walking. She has studied and worked hands on with some of the top dog trainers in the world. Rhonda continues to stay current attending training seminars and conferences throughout the United States.

Rhonda has 2 dogs of her own, as well as a human family, and she understands the gifts and challenges of being a busy person. She helps owners figure out how to fit dog training into their busy schedules in a way that is fun and that works using positive reinforcement. Rhonda also has a passion for giving back to the underserved. She is a board member for the Joseph and Bessie Feinberg Foundation. She also is a VP for Unleashed Training for Transition, and a board member for CLEAR Canine lymphoma Education and Research.

Instagram: @alphapawsdogtraining

Website: www.alphapawsdogtraining.com

Rhonda's Swimming classes are conducted through FitDog Sports Club in Santa Monica

CLEAR: Canine Lymphoma Education and Research

Unleashed: Training to Transition

Red Cross Cat & Dog First Aid Course

If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at:

www.doggydojopodcast.com

The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at:

www.maclightsongwriter.com

If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you next Tuesday with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute advice or professional services by either the host nor any of the guests.

Trick training is a super fun activity for you and your dog! Learn how to choose what to teach, how to break it down, and how to get your dog a trick title without leaving your house!

Celine Yang is a pet dog trainer at The Pet Republic in Cambridge, MA. She graduated from the Karen Pryor Academy Dog Trainer Professional program in 2016 and continues to pursue education regarding the behavior struggles that deeply impact her urban-lifestyle clients such as isolation distress and reactive behaviors. Celine has two pups of her own: a shiba inu, named Severus, and a GSD mixed-breed, named Whizbee. A true training addict, Celine is willing to try almost any dog-related sport or activity her dogs might enjoy. Her current favorites are trick training, agility, nosework, canicross, and hiking.

IG: @dogwarts.school.of.bitchcraft

https://domorewithyourdog.com/DogTricks/

Sara Brueske

Drinking from the Toilet Podcast

Emily Larlham YouTube Channel

If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at:

www.doggydojopodcast.com

The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at:

www.maclightsongwriter.com

If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you next Tuesday with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute advice or professional services by either the host nor any of the guests.

Joining me today to talk about Noise Aversion (Fear of Thunderstorms, Fireworks, Trash Trucks etc) is Gwen Podulka, Owner of Dog Trained! Gwen does a little of everything over here at Dog Trained. She works with her awesome co-Trainers to build, learn, and teach you the most effective training methods possible. She will also be that voice you get when you call the office during office hours and you can hear the joy in her voice as she helps you choose your classes.

Gwen landed in the Dog Training world more than 20 years ago after a great stint managing bookstores. She looked around and said “I love this hobby of training my own (at the time) Deaf Dalmatian” and soon moved out to California to train service dogs and advance her own teaching skills. You can meet Gwen at any Play and Train date on the weekends and she will be teaching the in person Reactive Dog 2.0 class in early 2021.

Gwen would personally like to give a shout out to the following for being great advocates in helping me, my dogs and my clients overcome their fear of thunderstorms, fireworks and city noises.

Dr Karen Overall has a great study: Canine Intelligence Test Protocol that looks at pet and working dogs (aussies, border collies and german shepherds) that evaluated noise reactivity in non and noise reactive dogs. That showed some interesting data points on canine cognition and noise reactivity. It shows that something on the right side of the brain is working profoundly differently.

Shout out to Dr Amy Pike at Animal Behavior Wellness Center for being there and guiding Bug and I and so many of our clients through the advantages of behavioral medication.

Sound Proof Puppy App to help desensitize puppies.

Dog Trained Post for noise sensitive dogs:

https://www.instagram.com/p/CM4x1OThIZA/

Behavior Modification:

We used a ton of start button behaviors and pattern games from Leslie McDevitt's Control Unleashed and to help build positive associations with noises.

This class has a great step by step behavior modification plan to help reduce noise reactivity:

BH160: Sound Advice: Conquering Noise Sensitivity

Instructor: Amy Cook

https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com

Find Gwen on IG: @dogtrained

Website: www.dogtrained.com

Purina Probiotic Calming Care

Medications to ask your Vet about: Reconcile, Gabapentin and Sileo

If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at:

www.doggydojopodcast.com

The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at:

www.maclightsongwriter.com

If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you next Tuesday with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute advice or professional services by either the host nor any of the guests.

Hold on to your hats, because there's so much more to allergies than I originally thought! Dr Fonda Jiang joins me to talk about Allergies in such a practical and actionable way for any animal lovers out there who doesn't want to be parted from their pets!!

Dr. Fonda Jiang is an allergist with Beach Allergy and Asthma Care Specialty group (previously known as Allergy & Asthma Care Center of Southern California, est. 1979) in Long Beach, CA.  She is a native of Southern California who studied public health at USC before attending UC Davis School of Medicine and going on to train in internal medicine at the University of Washington in Seattle.  She then completed her fellowship in Allergy and Immunology at the VA of Greater Los Angeles, associated with UCLA.  She is committed to working as a team with her patients to diagnose and treat a wide range of allergic conditions including pet allergies as well as hay fever, asthma, hives, eczema, food allergies and medication allergies. She is engaged in academic teaching and involved with the Beach Allergy and Asthma research department to provide innovative new treatment options to her patients.  She is also a proud auntie to lots of great dogs including Ginger, Pepper, and Tank

IG: @drfondajiang and @beachallergy

www.beachallergy.com

Don't forget about the BONUS Allergy-Friendly Gourmet Dog Dish by Allergy-Schatz!!

If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at:

www.doggydojopodcast.com

The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at:

www.maclightsongwriter.com

If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you next Tuesday with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute advice or professional services by either the host nor any of the guests.

Mindy Tenenbaum holds a master’s degree in Veterinary Medicine with a specialist in Veterinary Forensics. She founded DNA My Dog, a canine genetic testing company, in 2008. The company’s canine intolerance and sensitivity test, Allergy Test My Pet, was launched in 2018.

This test was created in response to a lack of affordable allergy testing options for dogs. It seemed that the primary options available for pet parents were to spend hundreds, even thousands, of dollars on allergy testing, switch to low-nutrition foods to avoid a response in the dog or rely on steroid and other allergy type drugs to control the response.

Mindy has over 20 years’ experience in Canine Rescue.  She is Vice President of Basset Hound Rescue of Ontario and is on the Field Deployment team for the ASPCA. She has helped with emergency responses for a number of hurricanes, dog fighting cases, hoarding and puppy mill cases.

It was through her work with Basset Hound Rescue that she first started seeing dogs presenting with intolerances and allergy issues. Itchy ears, gas, upset stomachs, etc can be quite common in many dogs and a sign of a food or environmental intolerance.

Allergy Test My Pet tests for over 100 food and environmental factors that may be causing the dog to react. The test offers a tool for owners to learn some of the factors that may be causing their dog discomfort. Avoiding these items and/or switching diets can go a long, long way in a dog’s wellness.

www.dnamydog.com (DNA Tests)

www.atmypet.com  (Allergy Tests)

Instagram: @dnamydog

This episode includes a BONUS!! Check out this Allergy-Friendly Gourmet Dog Dish by Chef Adrianna Ford of Allergy Schatz!

If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at:

www.doggydojopodcast.com

The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at:

www.maclightsongwriter.com

If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you next Tuesday with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute advice or professional services by either the host nor any of the guests.

Professional Photographer Molly Condit didn’t plan on photographing so many animals, it just sort of worked out that way. Luck for us! Because we get to learn from her how to take better pictures of our furry family members!!

About Molly:

As a former Air Force kid, New York City transplant and self-prescribed wanderer, I’ve had the chance to see a lot of the world and meet a wide variety of people. Working as a professional photographer over the past eight years has cemented a passion for documenting humans and animals and the inextricable bonds between them.

Commercial work is also a main focus, from producing stills for advertising campaigns to capturing behind the scenes production magic. The goal is for everyone who steps in front of my camera to leave feeling engaged, happy and most importantly, proud of the images that we create together.

My passion for animal advocacy has led to work with local rescue organizations and sanctuaries as well as volunteer work abroad. I’m fortunate enough to live with rescue felines who remind me daily just how lucky I am to be their human.

Reach out below, I’d love to hear from you!

Website: gbearmedia.com

E. [email protected]

T. 917-558-3931

IG. @greatbearmedia

If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at www.doggydojopodcast.com

The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at www.maclightsongwriter.com

If you liked the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review and Share the show with other dog lovers and I’ll see you next Tuesday with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!!

This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute advice or professional services by either the host nor any of the guests.

Dealing with a Stubborn Dog?

If you’ve ever said “He knows what I want him to do, but he just won’t do it!”, “She only comes when my wife calls her”, or “my dog only does what I ask when I’ve got a treat in my hand!” then this episode is for you my friend!!

My guest, Lauren, breaks down why this is happening and what to do about it!!

Lauren Rubin is a certified professional dog trainer, Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner and a Fear Free professional. She’s been training dogs since 2014, and specializes in using positive reinforcement to help reactive, fearful, and anxious dogs live a happier life. Lauren is also deeply passionate about educating pet parents on behavior so they can form a stronger relationship with their dogs and be their advocate. She’s located in Eugene, Oregon, but offers virtual behavior consultations wherever you may be.

If you want to more of Lauren, find her on:

Website:

https://creativecaninesolutions.com/

More about this episode:

https://creativecaninesolutions.com/doggydojo

Instagram:

@creativecaninesolutions

https://www.instagram.com/creativecaninesolutions/

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/creativecaninesolution

Virtual Reactive Rover Classes:

www.creativecaninesolutions.com/groupclasses

If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at:

www.doggydojopodcast.com

The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at:

www.maclightsongwriter.com

If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you next Tuesday with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute advice or professional services by either the host nor any of the guests.

We’re seeing more and more Reactive Dogs everywhere lately! It’s one of the most common behavioral issues dog owners run into. We can do things to treat and prevent it though, if we strive to understand how our dogs see the world.

Juliana Willems is the Owner and Head Trainer at JW Dog Training and Behavior Consulting in Washington, DC. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP),  Certified Behavior Consultant Canine (CBCC-KA), and a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC). Juliana is a faculty member at the Karen Pryor Academy and teaches the Dog Trainer Professional program.

Juliana specializes in reactivity, anxiety, and aggression cases, and thanks to virtual training is able to help people and dogs all over the country. She enjoys applying her knowledge of canine behavior and the science of learning when working closely with owners to improve their dog's behavior. When she's not training with private clients, Juliana is sharing information about dog training and behavior with the public through webinars, TV appearances, and social media.

For more about Reactive Dogs or other tips, you can find Juliana

Website: www.jwdogtraining.com

Instagram: @jwdogtraining

Facebook: facebook.com/jwdogtrainingandbehavior

If you'd like to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at doggydojopodcast.com

The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at maclightsongwriter.com

If you liked this episode, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share with other Dog Lovers, and I'll see you next week with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute advice or professional services by either the host nor any of the guests.

Happy 4/20! What better topic for today’s show than CBD for Dogs!?!?!

I’m so excited to welcome a licensed veterinarian, renowned pet cannabis expert, and founder of VETCBD based here in California. Having dedicated his life’s work to the health and well-being of animals, Dr Timothy Shu founded VETCBD in 2015 to help pets safely benefit from the multiple therapeutic uses of plant-based solutions including cannabis and hemp. Today, the California-based company VETCBD is the #1 veterinarian-formulated pet cannabis brand in America, and has been featured on TODAY, The New York Times, NBC News, NPR and more. His formulas are triple-tested, responsibly grown and come with free veterinary nurse support. Isn’t that incredible? It’s because he is passionate about educating pet owners about cannabis uses and sources — encouraging them to “Know your CBD” so that they keep their pets healthy and safe.

Check out www.vetcbdhemp.com You can purchase full-spectrum tinctures available in three sizes (125mg CBD, 250mg CBD and 500mg CBD) in addition to a 200mg CBD balm and a 3000mg CBD broad-spectrum tincture specifically for equines.

You can follow VETCBD on Instagram and Facebook @vetcbdhemp

Additionally, they’re working on a bill to legalize cannabis for pets in California whereby it would allow veterinarians to recommend cannabis products for pets and advice on dosage in addition to permitting the labeling and marketing of cannabis for pets in CA dispensaries. You can find more information about this effort at www.petcannabis.org

If you want to work with me, Susan Light, find me at www.doggydojopodcast.com/work-with-susan/

The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at www.maclightsongwriter.com 

If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review and Share with other dog lovers! And I'll see you next Tuesday with a brand new episode of The Doggy Dojo!

This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute advice or professional services by either the host nor any of the guests.

Kim Brophey, CDBC, CPDT-KA, FDM, is an applied ethologist and owner of The Dog Door Behavior Center in downtown Asheville, NC. Kim’s 20-year commitment to Family Dog Mediation™ has been recognized internationally, nationally and locally, awarded the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) Outstanding Trainer of the Year in 2009 and the Best Dog Trainer of WNC seven years in a row.

Kim Brophey’s work has been featured in: Psychology Today, The Washington Post, National Geographic, Pet MD, The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI Central) Resource Library, HGTV Magazine, WLOS, The Asheville Citizen Times, The Family Dog podcast, Writers Voices podcast, Canine Conversations podcast, The Bitey End of the Dog podcast, Hair of the Dog podcast, Family Paws, Oh My Dog blog, NPR’s All Things Considered and Here & Now, Steve Dale’s Pet World and numerous other radio shows (BPR, WAMC, KPR, KAXE, Radio Pet Lady, Animal Radio, WCCO, WRKF, KNPR, KYMN, KMA) . She is a member of the International Society for Applied Ethology and the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT), a certified member and past board member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC), a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and past board member of the Asheville Humane Society.

2020 has proven to be one of the most critical professional years for Kim’s work so far, as the leading expert in dog aggression, Mike Shikashio, secured Kim’s participation in the popular Aggression in Dogs Master Course, Aggression in Dogs Conference (2020) and Bitey End of the Dog podcast. 

Website http://www.dogdoorcanineservices.com/

Applied Ethology & Family Dog Mediation Course - ONLINE in 2021!!!!! Online course preregistration.

Wolf Park Applied Ethology & Family Dog Mediation Professional Certificate Course - The L.E.G.S.® of the 21st Century Dog" with Kim Brophey – Aug 04-08, 2021

TED talk - The Problem with Treating a Dog Like a Pet 

Book: Meet Your Dog (Amazon)

If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share with other Dog Lovers!

If you want to work with Susan, you can find her at www.doggydojopodcast.com/work-with-susan/

The music was written by Mac Light, find him at www.maclightsongwriter.com

This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute advice or professional services by either the host nor any of the guests.