Far Fetched Dog Podcast

Cara and Crystal return after a short break to talk about what it takes to introduce dogs and cats safely.

Pulling from some recent personal experience, Crystal also talks about what it took to integrate a bunny and her two pit bulls, and what a professional can do to help.Continue ReadingCohabitating Dogs, Cats, & Sometimes Rabbits!

A continuation from part 1, Crystal and Miranda pick up where they left off, digging into certifications, websites, and methods.

Miranda Hitchcock of Every Dog Behavior & Training, a non-profit aimed at improving access to professional, ethical dog training and behavior support, joins Crystal to talk about finding a trainer to fit your needs and your…Continue ReadingChoosing the Right Dog Trainer for You – Part 1

Cara and Crystal take a little extra time in this double episode to talk about the intertwined topics of muzzles, dog rehabilitation, and what your dog might actually think while passing other dogs on the…Continue ReadingA Convo About Muzzles, Passing Dogs, & Doggie Group Therapy

Why do some dogs lick so much? Can anything be done about it? Cara and Crystal do a quick breakdown on a few reasons dogs lick and what to and not to do to curb excessive licking. Continue ReadingDogs and Licking

So, your dog is reactive and you're really stressing that Dog-To-Dog portion of the test on the Canine Good Citizen.

You are not alone.

Whether your dog is excited about other dogs or just weary, almost everyone preparing for the CGC wants to know: how do I teach my dog to keep it together when in close proximity with a stranger and their dog?

After years of administering the CGC test and preparing aspiring therapy dog teams for the real world of classrooms and hospitals, Crystal has your back on this one. In this episode, she covers where to get started with treating dog reactivity, what classes to look for while preparing for the CGC, and what unsuspecting part of the test fails people the most. Hint: it's not the dog-to-dog portion.Continue ReadingThe Dreaded Dog-To-Dog CGC Test

Crystal and Becca from As The Fur Flies pick up where they left off, covering what you should know about grooming certifications, how to pick a kind, gentle groomer, and more. Continue ReadingDog Grooming Myths – Part 2

Becca Rainwater from As The Fur Flies joins Crystal to talk about all things dog grooming. From preparing your dog for the groomer; to how to get the cut you want; to ear plucking to undercoats, they cover just about everything in this two-part episode. Brace yourselves! There will be anal glands. Continue ReadingDog Grooming Myths

Why is kenneling so important? What kind is best? And what are some of the most common mistakes people make while kennel training? Continue ReadingKennel Questions

Do dogs feel jealous, and what can we do to address those behaviors? Crystal gives some quick tips on teaching your dog that sharing their favorite people can be a good thing.Continue ReadingDog Jealousy