Backyard Pet Talk with Shannon Riley (Shannon Riley)

In todays episode, we talk with Trick McMillan from The Shelter Behavior Hub! She shares with us how she got started working for shelters, the changes she has seen in the shelters throughout her career and struggles they commonly deal with. Keep listening to learn more on how you can help!

In todays episode, we talk with Julie Hill from Dog Cast Radio! She has been podcasting since 1995 and tells us about some of her fun guests. DogCast Radio is a podcast all about dogs. We’ve been going since 2005, and have covered a lot of dog related subjects. We publish an episode every month, and have 264 episodes available online, all free to download. It all came about because of Julie and Jenny’s love of dogs, and habit of falling into conversation with countless other dog owners, coupled with Anthony’s technical knowledge and computer skills. And thanks also to a Black Labrador called Buddy who joined the family and opened the dog world up to us. We love dogs, and we love learning about them. Sharing that joy and knowledge is a passion, and feedback from listeners has been wonderful. So what kind of things can you listen to on DogCast Radio? How long do you have? The following is just a taster of the smorgasbord of doggy delights. But if by any chance you don’t find the subject you’re looking for in one of our shows, let us know and we’ll get right onto it. Listen here: https://dogcastradio.com/

Service Dog Positive Reinforcement Dog Trainer, Kasey Nash, discusses the differences between a service dog, therapy dog, and emotional support animal as well as what really goes into service dog training. If you are considering getting a service dog that is already trained or training a service dog yourself, this podcast is for you! Bergin University: https://www.berginu.edu/ Joyful Paws Service Dogs: https://joyfulpawsservicedogs.com/ Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA): https://www.ada.gov/resources/service-animals-2010-requirements/

In todays episode, we discuss what it like having a dog with severe separation anxiety. Robin adopted Roger and had never dealt with such a severe case of anxiety with any of her dogs. Listen now, to see how her adoption process went and what she has done to help Roger be the best dog he can be!

In todays episode, we discuss what it is like managing a reactive dog.

In todays episode, we discuss why canine physical therapy is important and how your dogs collar may be affecting your dogs neck and causing injury!

In todays episode, we discuss the scientific data of how your dogs collar is damaging your dogs neck and an alternative to prevent future injury.

In todays episode, we discuss rattle snake avoidance using positive reinforcement dog training and how Eileen Koval ,CDBC, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, MSc, got started, how it works and how her method differs from others! For more information for positive rattle snake avoidance training visit https://www.confidentcaninesdogtraining.com/rattlesnake-training

In todays episode, we talk with Jason Zackowski, The Science Pawdcast Host! The Science Pawdcast breaks down the latest science happening in the human world AND the pet world. Each episode will also bring you a guest to enthral you with their area of knowledge. You'll learn, be captivated, and laugh along with host Jason Zackowski. Pets and Science, it's the pawfect mix. You'll also get episodes of SciChat and PetChat which are the live shows from social audio. SciChat has an interview and Q+A with a scientist, while PetChat is a live community gathering for games and stories about pets! For Science, Empathy, and Cuteness! Listen Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-science-pawdcast/id1470690214

In todays episode, we talk with Co-Author Jan Jeremias about her book "SpOil Your Pet: A Practical Guild to Using Essential Oils in Dogs and Cats" and how using the right essential oils can help your pet! Check out her book here: https://www.amazon.com/SpOil-Your-Pet-Practical-Essential/dp/1951044231

In todays episode, we talk with Companion Animal Psychologist, Zazie Todd! She started Companion Animal Psychology in 2012 to explore the ways in which science can help us to have happier cats and dogs. Check out her books Below! Purr The Science of Making Your Cat Happy: https://www.amazon.com/Purr-Science-Making-Your-Happy/dp/1778400795/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1689962157&sr=8-4 Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy https://www.amazon.com/Wag-Science-Making-Your-Happy/dp/177164379X/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1689962204&sr=8-1

In todays episode, we talk with pet parent, Karen Sullivan, about Carlie, her adopted reactive dog who suffered from fear and anxiety.

Check out Temple Grandin's NEW BOOK "Visual Thinking" here: https://www.amazon.com/Visual-Thinking-Pictures-Patterns-Abstractions-ebook/dp/B09Q89CG86/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1687283551&sr=8-1

In todays episode we discuss, what and how to stop counter surfing, what and how to stop resource guarding, what your puppies love languages are and how you can bond with your puppy!

In todays episode, we discuss Book: Canine and Feline Behavior for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses with author Debbie Martin! She tells us her background, why she wrote the book, how it can help you as a pet professional and her success stories! Find her book here: https://www.amazon.com/Canine-Feline-Behavior-Veterinary-Technicians/dp/1119765404/ref=sr_1_1?adgrpid=1337006703780358&hvadid=83562990042649&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=44172&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=e&hvtargid=kwd-83563265218154%3Aloc-190&hydadcr=15052_10495091&keywords=debbie+martin&qid=1691092048&sr=8-1&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.006c50ae-5d4c-4777-9bc0-4513d670b6bc

In todays episode Karen B. London tells us about her book Cows, Ants, Termites, and Me: Revealing the World of Animals One Newspaper Column at a Time! Shannon and Karen share some of their favorite stories from the book. Author Karen B. London, PhD combines her scientific training, natural wit, and storytelling skills to create Cows, Ants, Termites, and Me—an engaging compilation of 145 newspaper columns that have appeared in the Arizona Daily Sun beginning in 2008. Her twice-monthly animal column covers tales of the weird and wonderful from well-known animals such as giraffes and honey bees along with less well-known ones such as Gordian worms and balloon flies. Entertaining and informative, this collection of science-based essays offers readers an opportunity to learn a considerable amount about natural history, ecology, taxonomy, evolution, and behavior. Topics range from birds who benefit from sleep when learning songs, to mosquitoes that perform duets, to Arctic Terns flying around the world, to dung beetles navigating by the stars. Did birds really evolve from dinosaurs? How do camels survive such dry environments? How do termites build their own air conditioning systems? Do animals really use tools? The columns in this book answer these and so many other interesting questions in an engaging style. Karen London's writing is both accurate and enjoyable, making it popular among scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. Cows, Ants, Termites, and Me belongs with books about natural history, zoology, animals, animal behavior, and collections of essays. Check out her book here: https://www.amazon.com/Cows-Ants-Termites-Revealing-Newspaper-ebook/dp/B0BZ2MVC5F?ref_=ast_author_dp

In todays episode, we discuss the fear period as well as how to introduce your puppy to new dogs, people and places!

In todays episode, Shannon Riley and, Guest, Niki Tudge, discuss The Pet Professional Guild (PPG)! Niki Tudge tells us about her background, why she created PPG, the importance of PPG, new things offered, and what she recommends for new dog trainers! Check out The Pet Professional Guild: https://petprofessionalguild.com/ Dognostics: https://dognosticseducation.com/ Doggone Safe: https://doggonesafe.com/ The Pet Professional Accreditation Board: https://www.credentialingboard.com/

In todays episode, we talk with Amy Pike, DVM, Veterinary Behaviorist, Owner of Animal Behavior Wellness Center about how behaviorist, general veterinarians, vet techs and animal trainers can work together to help anxious pets! Amy explains what a veterinary behaviorist is and how she got started in the veterinary behaviorist field. Her team approach can help animals who suffer from the following; General anxiety Separation anxiety Aggression toward:​ Strangers Family members Children Other dogs/cats Wildlife Moving objects Destructive behaviors Mouthing and nipping Self-mutilation, barbering High energy/difficulty relaxing Distress during veterinary procedures Inappropriate urination and defecation Obsessive behaviors like chasing lights Fearfulness, hiding, and anti-social behavior Find out more about Amy Pike here: https://www.abwellnesscenter.com/team/-------amy-l.-pike%2C-dvm%2C-dacvb%2C-iaabc-cdbc

In todays episode, we talk with Sarah Owings about how she got started working with and training cows! We also discuss what she learned when training cows about herself and animals. About Sarah Owings: Sarah Owings is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner. She specializes in the practical application of behavioral principles to help transform the lives of fearful, shut down, and over-the-top dogs. As the owner of Bridges Dog Training, an international speaker, and a regular contributor to online training forums, she is known for her innovative approaches to tough behavior problems and her compassionate and insightful teaching. She has written for Clean Run Magazine on topics such as stimulus control, release cues, and toy-related cues, and serves as faculty at ClickerExpo, an instructor for Karen Pryor Academy, and an advisor to the Glendale Humane Society in Los Angeles. She is also an avid nose work competitor, currently competing at the Elite level with her dog, Tucker. She recently moved from Los Angeles to San Rafael, CA with her two dogs, two geriatric rabbits, and her husband Fred.

In todays episode, we discuss what appropriate play looks like, what signs to look for when resource guarding and what really motives your puppy!

In todays episode, Shannon Riley talks with Erika Austin From Dogwise (https://www.dogwise.com/) about how this small family run business got started and how you can find the most trusted and up to date source of information for dog training. These books are easy to understand and to apply to your everyday life. If you really want to learn about dog training, visit dogwise here: https://www.dogwise.com

In todays episode, we talk with Judy Moore from Canine Behavior Counseling, LLC (https://caninebehaviorcounseling.com/) about arousal in dogs and how it can be genetic. She provides tips on what you can do when your dog is overly aroused, how resilience affects the ability to change or modify arousal, the differences between the different types of arousal and a dogs ability to process information as well as skills owners should teach their puppy to prevent arousal!

In todays episode, we talk with Dr. Lisa Radosta, DVM, DACVB, (https://drlisaradosta.com/) about how she became a behaviorist and why she loves her career! We also talk about the common behavior change trends since COVID-19 in 2020, seeing medication use increase for specific behaviors + why medication is important when working with a fearful dog.

In todays episode, we talk with Clarissa Black, founder of Pets For Vets (https://www.petsforvets.com/), about her background and WHY + HOW she started Pets For Vets. She also tells us where you can FIND these trainers and HOW you can GET INVOLVED! At Pets For Vets they help develop the relationships between animals and veterans based on mutual trust and respect helping veterans find pets that fit their lifestyle so both can feel seen, heard and to build the superbond between pets and people where all needs are met! You can find their success stories here https://petsforvets.com/matches

Meghan Herron, DVM, DACVB tells us about how she became a veterinary behaviorist, how she got started working with GiGi's and how she has helped the shelter dogs cope! (https://gigis.org/) She also provides recommendations for shelters and those who are looking to adopt from shelters. Check out her newly released book, "Introduction to Animal Behavior and Veterinary Behavioral Medicine" recommended for beginning veterinarian students! https://www.wiley.com/en-us/Introduction+to+Animal+Behavior+and+Veterinary+Behavioral+Medicine-p-9781119824480

Kristina Spaulding, PHD, CAAB, tells us how stress impacts your dog's brain, behavior and welfare! When you understand and recognize stress in your dog, you will help be able to prevent and deal with problematic behavior! Check out her newly released book, "THE STRESS FACTOR IN DOGS UNLOCKING RESILIENCY AND ENHANCING WELL-BEING"

Dr. Rachel Malamed, DVM, DACVB, CABC, tells us about how she become a Veterinary Behaviorist, what types of behavior problems she commonly sees with cats, behavior modification + medication, and cat training tips! Check out book, Decoding Your Cat https://www.amazon.com/Decoding-Your-Cat-Ultimate-Behaviors/dp/0358566045 Get Cat Body Language Poster: https://trulyforcefree.com/product/understanding-body-language-poster-cat-8-5x11/ Feliway Calming Spray: https://prf.hn/l/8jmdz20

Dog and cat lovers will tell you, pet anxiety is a real thing. Fortunately, pet stress is a subject that has been getting more attention in recent years. Now Brandi Music, offered by Easy On Hold, has received Fear Free® certification for its streaming music channel designed to reduce anxiety. With the development of the Brandi Music Pet Care channel, pet care professionals now have a source of legal, licensed background music designed to ease pet anxiety. Check them out here: https://easyonhold.com/blog/calming-music-for-pets/

They’re hiding in plain sight. People who are really good at influencing the behavior of those around them walk among us. The people in question are dog trainers, and they know how to get others to do what they want them to do and how to get them to stop doing things that bother them. Most importantly, they know how to do it in a kind, loving way that can improve the relationships they have with those other individuals. What dog trainers do is based on principles, ideas, and techniques that are well-known in their field, but not so well-known outside of it. Dog trainers know how to teach dogs to turn around and come running to them even if the dog was chasing a squirrel, to drop a bone on request, and to greet people at the door politely instead of jumping up on every visitor. If they can successfully teach these skills and many more to another species, don’t you want to know what they know about influencing behavior? Dr. Karen London has been a dog trainer and canine behaviorist for nearly 25 years, and applying the lessons from her professional experience to the rest of her life has made her interactions with people better and more effective. The suggestion to treat everyone like a dog is a result of the love and respect she feels for people. Treating people as good dog trainers treat dogs is a thoughtful, kind approach to influencing behavior whether you call it teaching or training. What if you could influence people as well as dog trainers influence dogs? You can, and Treat Everyone Like a Dog tells you how. Inside you will discover: •A great way to stop your coworkers from complaining incessantly •Techniques to keep young kids from grabbing candy and gum in the checkout line •That using play is a powerful way to get your spouse to clean up •How to change your roommate’s Monday-morning grumpiness into more cheerful feelings •The reason asking people certain types of questions will influence their behavior to your benefit Treat Everyone Like a Dog will make you laugh, make you think, and motivate you to act. It discusses—in plain English—dog training principles and explains how to apply them more broadly. It’s an entertaining read that includes loads of real-life examples. Inspiring, funny and incredibly practical, this book will change the way you interact with the people around you and improve your relationships with them. Find the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Treat-Everyone-Like-Dog-Trainers/dp/1952960002

Liz Murdoch, Animal Communicator, Owner of Talking With The Dogs, discusses her specialty particularly talking with dogs through animal communication and what you can do to become an animal communicator yourself! "Understanding & being connected is essential to maintaining a happy, healthy relationship with your dog... and makes a difference with humans too!" Liz Murdoch Do you want to know what your pet is trying to tell you? Schedule your Animal Talk Service here: https://talkingwiththedogs.com/

In todays episode, we discuss "The Bucket Filler Blueprint" that comes in handy when training your pet! While using a simple metaphor of a bucket and a dipper, author Carol McCloud illustrates that when we choose to be kind, we not only fill the buckets of those around us, but also fill our OWN bucket! Conversely, when we choose to say or do mean things, we are dipping into buckets. All day long, we are either filling up or dipping into each other's buckets by what we say and what we do. When you're a bucket filler, you make the world a better place to be! Have You Filled a Bucket Today?: A Guide to Daily Happiness for Kids: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Filled-Bucket-Today-Bucketfilling/dp/099609993X/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2403ERDD211CP&keywords=the+bucket+filler&qid=1679678526&sprefix=the+bucket+filler%2Caps%2C170&sr=8-3

In todays episode, we discuss what you should do before you get a puppy. Finding a puppy that is right for you and your personality is important to a successful relationship between you and your pup! We also discuss genetics, finding the right breeder, putting down a deposit, breeder contracts, puppy kits you should get before picking up puppy, and the difference between flying and driving to pick up puppy.

In todays episode, we discuss why creating a daily routine for your puppy is important to build structure! We dive into the differences between a wire crate versus a plastic crate, why crate training is important for confinement, supervision, potty training and for sleep to prevent biting.

In todays episode, we discuss what food is right for my puppy and what to avoid, how to transition your puppy to new food, why food toys are so important and what treats are okay to chew on!

In todays episode, we discuss common puppy problems such as setting a schedule for your puppy, what to do if your puppy is whining in the crate, appropriate play, humping, preventing your puppy from eating plants, the #1 mistake we see when training a puppy and why the socialization period is so important!

In todays episode, we talk you through the teething process and answer questions such as... - When do teeth come in? - How do teeth come in? - What does it feel like for your puppy? - When does teething stop? - Teething VS Biting - When is it OK to chew? - Being careful with strangers and kids? - Biting my pants! How to avoid and redirect - He always has acceptable chews. Do dogs get used to chews? - Should I hold his mouth closed when he is mouthy?

In todays episode, we discuss common puppy questions such as; What is the first thing I should teach my puppy? Should I be exhausting my puppy? How can I get my puppy to settle down (especially in the evening)? When can my dog start sleeping with me in my bed and not the crate? What’s a scratch pad and why should I get one? How can I get my puppy used to getting their nails trimmed?

Pet Professional Guild Assistance Animal Division Chairman, Tasha Atwood, is also the founder of Miyagis Dog Training and Behaviorist Services. We discuss the "Shock Free Coalition" through Pet Professional Guild and how you can use their services to find a pet pro in your area! We also dive into the differences between a Service Dog, Therapy Dog and Emotional Support Animal.

In todays episode, we discuss rewarding good behavior vs causing an unwanted chain of behaviors, how to lure your puppy to the kennel, how you can tell if your puppy is confused and why you should leave treats around your home.