Throw Me a Bone

Throw Me a Bone

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Throw Me a Bone episodes

  • Episode 11 - Loose Leash Walking

    Loose Leash Walking is a skill that every dog owner wants and needs!


    This episode talks about ways to improve your dog’s LLW skills and improve your training sessions!


    In this episode we discuss 4 tips that will improve the way your dog learns and help you address some of the pitfalls in your training!




    17 min
  • How to Encourage Calm Behaviours in your Home - #10

    Are you struggling with a dog that is unable to settle in your home, do you know someone who does?

    This episode has helpful tips on how to address this issue with a centre on educating dog owners to understand why your dog is behaving this way.

    If you enjoyed this episode, please share it so that other dog owners can benefit from it as well. Be sure to hit subscribe on the Throw me a Bone podcast to receive notifications when new episodes are released.

    Take Care & As Always

    Happy :) Training


    Amelia & Harper

    18 min
  • How to Encourage Calm Behaviors in your Home.

    This episode is packed with tips for encouraging calm behaviours from your dog in your home. As a dog trainer I see lots of clients whose dogs find it hard to settle down and be calm. Some dogs are struggling with hyper arousal.

    Other dogs may be struggling because a particular need is not being satisfied.

    I will explain to you some simple things that you can incorporate into current regimen to help your dog chill out in the home.

    If you find this episode helpful be sure to share it with others who might benefit from it as well. While your at it, don't forget to hit the subscribe button so that you are notified when new episodes are released.

    Take care & Happy Training.


    Amelia

    18 min
  • Episode 09 - Leash Reactivity

    This episode discusses a very common behavioural problem faced by many pet dog owners. Leash Reactivity!

    We will discuss what Leash Reactivity is and provide insight into what your dog is experiencing when they are engaging in reactive behaviours.

    Topics discussed:

    Leash Reactivity

    Triggers

    Trigger Stacking

    Threshold

    Management Strategies

    Ladder of Aggression Graphic:

    https://ontariospca.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Canine-ladder-of-aggression.pdf


    BF Skinner Operant Conditioning:

    https://www.simplypsychology.org/operant-conditioning.html


    23 min
  • Socialization #7

    This episode discusses how socialization impacts behavioural development in puppies.


    It talks about the key factors in proper socialization and some common misconceptions.


    This is a great episode for anyone preparing to welcome a new dog into their family!



    Resources:



    On Talking Terms with Dogs:


    https://www.amazon.ca/Talking-Terms-Dogs-Calming-Signals-ebook/dp/B003URRK44?dplnkId=2a7a6e05-917e-4c45-b8cf-be816692f574&nodl=1%20


    Ladder of Aggression Graphic:



    19 min
  • Impulse Control #6
    In today’s episode we are talking about Impulse Control. What it is, different behavioural issues that result from Poor Impulse Control and some different methods for improving this skill in Pet Dogs!
    12 min
  • Are you ready to be Off-Leash? #5
    In this episode we are talking about being off the lead! We discuss when/where it’s appropriate, the skills you need and how this impacts reactive dogs as well! There is lots of great information for everyone!
    17 min
  • Shelters and Rescues #4
    This weeks episode deviates from the main focus of training and delves into the world of Shelters and Rescues! As a trainer many of the dogs that participate in training were once housed in a shelter! In this episode I have the opportunity to speak with Bonnie Learning of the HVGB SPCA! While my interview skills are not that great, the information she has to share with us certainly is!
    31 min
  • Luring #3
    This weeks episode will cover a training technique used in Positive Reinforcement Training. We will talk about What it is? How to use it? Issues associated with it and how to overcome them!
    14 min

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This podcast focuses on Dog training questions for Pet Dogs! Whether you are a PDT or a responsible owner that would like to be informed, this podcast is for you! It will cover topics on everything…