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Because Rescuing the Dog is Just the First Step


Our society has a mythologically-based approach to bringing companion pets into our homes, which can lead to all sorts of conflicts, and sadly, failed adoptions. This podcast is for dog rescues, fosters, adopters, and dog lovers desiring to smooth out the bumps of adoption and rescue. Hosts Emily and Libby provide evidence-based information on how to assimilate dogs into our human lifestyles in a way that is a positive experience for all species involved. Emily is a certified professional dog trainer; and between them Libby and Emily have over 2 decades rescuing dogs (and a few cats!).
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Trauma & Decompression

In this episode, Libby and Emily are excited to sit down with Dr. Patricia McConnell - she’s kind of a big deal in the dog training world. The trio talk about the initial time of decompression for your rescue dog, the importance of the secure attachment base, and how we can show our dog safety and stability. Dr. McConnell discusses trauma: the nuts and bolts of it, how it manifests, and ways to build resiliency and offer choice and control when recovering from it.
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Separation Anxiety

Your dog’s separation anxiety isn’t an unsolvable issue, even if it might feel that way sometimes. In this episode, Libby and Emily sit down with Jackie Johnston to talk all things separation. They define separation anxiety and how to identify it in your dog, why it’s natural and adaptive, and how we can work to help our dogs feel safe.
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Deconstructing Aggressive Behavior

In this conversation, Michael, Emily and Libby define aggression, discuss the ways aggression can present in different dogs (and the different levels of assessing their aggression), and so much more. Make sure to listen to the full episodes, as Michael drops important gems throughout the episode.
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Understanding Arousal

Does your dog have BIG feelings? Are they easily excitable, or have a hard time calming down? If so - this episode is a MUST listen. Behavior Consultant Elisheba Fay has a wealth of information to share about arousal in dogs - what it is, what triggers it, and how to de-activate arousal.
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Behavior & Medication

In this episode, Libby and Emily sit down with Veterinary Behaviorist Dr. Christopher Pachel.

Dr. Pachel’s way of viewing our companion animals is spacious, generous, and compassionate. This is a conversation that has us considering the larger questions of animal behavior, the why of how we train, and more.
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Puppy Socialization

Emily and Libby sit down with trainers and behavioral consultants Marge and Eileen about a much-anticipated topic: puppy socialization! 

This is a wonderful conversation for anyone working with puppies on a regular basis or new adopters.
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Dogs & Children

Jennifer Shryock wants dogs to happily coexist in families with children and babies. She is so passionate about this that she founded Family Paws, an organization that offers resources to dog-loving families.

​This is a truly uplifting conversation and not to be missed if you have a family, have a dog and are family planning, or want to bring a foster into your family. 
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Dog Training for Everyone

Miranda Hitchcock birthed her non-profit after seeing a major gap in accessibility for Spanish speakers in her Texas community. In this interview, Miranda and Libby talk about the non-profit Every Dog Austin, Miranda’s foray into dog behavior and training, and why it’s so important to offer training to a broader socioeconomic and linguistic spectrum. Miranda offers an important perspective regarding rescue and behavior, and how the conversation around the impact on people requires more compassion and understanding.
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Integrating Multi-Dog Households

​Whether you’re fostering or adopting, bringing another dog into your home is an exciting time! Dr. Patricia McConnell is back to talk with Emily and Libby about integrating multi-dog households. They discuss the common myths we face when bringing a second (or third or fourth) dog home, why that sweet rescue pup who was described as “good with other dogs” in the shelter is now growling at your resident dog, best practices for introducing new dogs to one another, and some skills to cultivate as a multi-dog guardian.
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  • Home
  • Episodes
    • Season 1 >
      • Rescue is Just the Beginning
      • Letting the Dog Lead
      • Support for Pandemic Puppies
      • Dog Boy Language
      • Dr. Patricia McConnell
      • Separation Anxiety
      • Management
      • There is No Farm
    • Season 2 >
      • Michael Shikashio
      • Enrichment
      • Understanding Arousal
      • Dog Training for Everyone
      • Dogs & Children
      • Puppy Socialization
      • Marshall Fire, Part I
      • Marshall Fire, Part II
      • Dr. Christopher Pachel
    • Season 3 >
      • Dr. Patricia McConnell
      • Compassion Fatigue
      • Long Lines
      • Happy Cats
      • Dogs in Captivity
      • Why Should We Train Our Dogs?
      • Arousal Biting
      • Heavy Petting
    • Training Basics - Micro Episodes >
      • The Case for Harnesses
      • Food in Training: Part I
      • Food in Training: Part II
      • Food in Training: Part III
      • Food in Training: Part IV
      • Fourth of July
      • Door Greetings
      • Loose Leash Walking
      • Listener Questions
      • Barking
      • July 4th, Fireworks, & Noise Phobias
    • Tails from the Trenches >
      • Meridith Perry: Part I
      • Meridith Perry: Part II
      • Marissa Martino
  • Our Sponsors
  • Contact