Welcome to Episode 14, where we provide Halloween safety tips to keep your dog and children safe and healthy - from halloween costumes, decorations, creepy visitors  and food safety.  

This is the last episode of the season.  Season 2 will kick off on November 16.

In the meantime, you can visit us  on our facebook page - dedicated to dog training tips for dog owners and dog trainers.  https://www.facebook.com/ISCDTDogTrainerSchool/

CALLING ALL NEW DOG TRAINERS, ASPIRING DOG TRAINERS AND DOG TRAINING EUTHUSIASTS.  Come check out our new Facebook group.  Training dogs is often a field where we work alone.  Come learn new tips, read articles for dog trainers, compete in challenges and show off your skill.   This is where you can meet nice, likeminded people who have a passion for dog training.  Visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/DogTrainerGeeks/

Want to study dog training?  Visit ISCDT.com to learn more about our dog training program.  

This episode of Paws Reflect and Learn with Katie is jammed with information you should take into consideration before welcoming a dog into your family.  Too many times we pick a dog based on their adorable face and sad eyes and then later regret the decision.  What amount of energy can you tolerate?  What size dog do you want? Puppies can turn into very large dogs. Are your kids ready?  Are you ready for the 14 to 16 year commitment and all of the health issues that can arise.

We are going to discuss over 13 topics for you to think about before rescuing your dog. Welcoming a dog is a lifelong commitment. We want to make sure everyone is happy.

Want to read the article? Visit https://iscdt.com/the-ultimate-guide-for-families-considering-a-new-dog/

If you want to learn how to train dogs, visit us at ISCDT.com.  Our 18-lesson course will prepare you to work with dogs professionally.

A listener asked which breeds of dogs do well (or don't do well) in multi-dog homes.  We have that answer and tips to help you find a second or third dog.  A second listener wanted to know why her dog humps and licks her.  Do you have this problem?  If so, we have the likely reasons for the behavior and ways to stop it.

Want to read the blog post written on each question?  Visit:

https://iscdt.com/why-does-my-dog-lick-and-hump-me/   and

https://iscdt.com/?s=multi+dog+homes

We mention Novestar rescue.  You can find them on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/980570188742821/ (fundraiser page)

https://www.facebook.com/NovaStarRescue/?eid=ARBmWjjXvyXhbhEI8PjZmxSGLV72xnsfJvUSBWugPB7-C38uW2b326B0Gj1uuINcvpZagdaWE_qv5FXV (their rescue page)

Want to study dog training?  Visit our website at ISCDT.com to learn about the courses we offer.

If you would like to share information about a rescue you support, have a question you'd like us to answer or want to learn more about dog training, email me at [email protected]

If you enjoy our podcast, please like, subscribe, leave a review and share with your friends.  Your help will grow our fanbase.

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In Episode 11 we discuss common dog  behavior that, at first is cute, but can become increasingly annoying. We'll also give you tips to stop the behavior.  The behaviors include scent rolling, tail chasing, poop eating and dogs reacting to their own reflection.

Want to read about these behaviors, check out our blog at https://iscdtfordogtrainersblog.school.blog/

Interested in becoming a dog trainer?  ISCDT offers in-person training and online training.  Our 18-lesson, online program has you working with dogs.  Not only will you learn from our written lessons, you will apply those lessons to real life.  Learn more at iscdt.com

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On today’s podcast we discuss how you can travel with your dog - without the added stress.  We also answer a question that soooo many people are looking for the answer to:  how do I get my dog to sleep later? Today you will learn 8 proven tips to help your dog sleep in.

The written material for these two topics can be found at the links below:

Get dogs to sleep later:  https://iscdtfordogtrainersblog.school.blog/2019/11/18/eight-proven-ways-to-get-your-dog-to-sleep-later/

Travel with your dog without added stress: https://iscdtfordogtrainersblog.school.blog/2019/11/27/traveling-with-your-dog-shouldnt-be-stressful/

Fur Babies Rescue (the rescue we spotlight today) can be found on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/furbabiesrescueandreferralinc/

If you would like to contact us to ask questions, provide stories about your dog or about studying dog training. Email me at:  [email protected]

Our website can be found at : https://iscdt.com/

We often meet dog owners who accuse their dogs of demonstrating spiteful and/or remorseful behavior.  We understand why people feel this way.  Today we will discuss whether dogs are capable of spiteful and remorseful behavior?  If not, what is actually going through their brain.

Our blog article on this topic will post shortly. You can visit ISCDT.com to read it.  During our episode, we mention Ms. V (Violet), a 3 month old dog looking for her forever home.  You can learn more about Ms. V. and Novastar Rescue by visitin https://www.facebook.com/NovaStarRescue/

If you are looking to study dog training, visit ISCDT.com.  ISCDT offers in-person and online dog trainer courses that have student working hands on with dogs.  Visit ISCDT.com today to learn more.

What topic would you like us to discuss in an upcoming podcast?  Email Katie at [email protected] to let us know.  

I apologize for the editing of this podcast.  There are a few spots that are a little choppy.  It does not affect the information we share, just isn't a perfect as we'd like.  This is a new venture that has us learning skills we have never used before.  Each week is a new learning adventure.  We strive to make each podcast episode better than the last.  Thank you for following us.  We truly appreciate the time you spend listening to our tips each week.

Many dog owners believe their dog changed one the baby was born.  They think jealousy is the cause for the dog's behavioral problems.  In reality, the problem may likely be that the human changed once the baby entered the house.   Prepare your dog for a new baby months before the baby is born.  Today we are providing tips to help you along with this goal.

Want the written version?  Visit https://iscdt.com/nine-tips-for-preparing-your-dog-for-a-new-baby/

Want to watch the video on Youtube:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3WCh7fOK_4

Rescue dog:  Montana is available through Fur Babies Rescue in East Rockaway, NY. To learn more about Montana or other available dogs or to request an adoption application, visit https://www.facebook.com/furbabiesrescueandreferralinc/

Have questions about the podcast or our online course for dog trainers?  Visit ISCDT.com

How many times have you heard someone say, "When the dog trainer leaves, the training stops working."  This often happens for several reasons.  Reasons that are easily rectified.  Honestly, your dog trainer acted as a teacher to prepare you to train your own dog.  Following these 11 tips will help you gain the success you set out to find when hiring a dog trainer.

Want to study dog training?  Learn about our school at ISCDT.com

Follow our blog for this information in writing.  We also provide additional tips on our social media outlets. 

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At times of year and different times in our lives routines change.  This can include different work schedule, attending school,  long periods of time away from the house to care for other things, a new baby, new relationship and even bringing another dog home. While we are enjoying a busier life (which is sometimes a great joy to us), our dogs can feel lonely and sad.  While we have so many outside influences in our lives, our dogs only have us. The good news, we can easily fix the bond with our dog.

We provided 10 tips to help increase the bond with your dog.  These tips will also help with when adopting a new dog.

Written blog on this subject can be found:  https://iscdt.com/human-canine-bond-10-steps-to-increase-the-bond-with-your-dog/

A video on the subject can be found: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtHIWMK_X9Q&t=23s

Want to share your story? I would love to hear from you.  Email me at [email protected]

If you are interested in studying dog training, either in person or online, visit our website:  www.iscdt.com

Does your dog follow commands well at home when you are alone, yet the dog fails to follow commands in public or when guests arrive?  You wonder if stubborn behavior is the problem.  If you haven't taken the time to generalize dog behavior, that may be the real culprit.  In this podcast, we provide step-by-step tips to help you generalize behavior so your dog follows commands regardless of the distraction level and setting.

You can read the transcript of this podcast, which includes a list of tasks you can follow in order to achieve success in generalizing behavior.  The blog post can be found at https://iscdt.com/get-your-dog-to-follow-commands-around-distractions/.

Want to check out the youtube video instead of reading the post?  Visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbk_IpSQgHs&t=32s

Want to work as a professional dog trainer?  ISCDT offers an online course and in-person courses for students looking to study the craft.  Visit ISCDT.com for more information. 

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