Honest To Dog Podcast (Honest To Dog Podcast)
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| 30 Dec 2019 | Honest To Dog: Introduction | 00:08:39 | |
Meet your hosts Liz Foley & Jeff Gadway and discover what to expect each week. Honest to Dog is a weekly podcast aimed at strengthening your relationship and understanding with the dogs in your life. Follow us on instagram for episode and dog updates! | |||
| 06 Jan 2020 | The One About The Dog Haus | 00:29:30 | |
Liz and Jeff talk about the origin story of the Dog Haus. They also talk about learning from your mistakes when starting a business and how to use your values to guide important decisions as an entrepreneur. | |||
| 06 Jan 2020 | The One About Puppies | 00:29:30 | |
Liz and Jeff are back to talk about puppies including the most common mistakes new puppy owners make, how to choose the right puppy and tips for bringing your new puppy home. | |||
| 12 Jan 2020 | The One About Sleeping With Your Dog | 00:18:30 | |
Liz and Jeff are talking about a very controversial topic. Sleeping with your dog. They discuss when it’s a good idea, and when you should stop welcoming your four legged friend into the sheets. | |||
| 20 Jan 2020 | The One About Affection | 00:25:10 | |
Liz and Jeff are back talking about affection. The many ways we show affection to our dogs, and more importantly the RIGHT time to show affection. We all love our four legged friends, but endless belly rubs are not the way to show it. | |||
| 27 Jan 2020 | The One About Dog Parks | 00:27:33 | |
In this week's episode of Honest To dog we're talking about the good, the bad and the ugly of dog parks. We'll cover how to know if your dog is suited to dog parks, what you need to know about selecting a dog park, tips to ensure your dogs introduction to dog parks go smoothly and safely. | |||
| 03 Feb 2020 | The One About Adoption | 00:00:31 | |
In this week's episode Jeff & Liz & Tim (producer) are discussing the overwhelming benefits of adopting vs shopping for your new 4 legged family member. | |||
| 10 Feb 2020 | The One About Nap Chat | 00:00:21 | |
Liz & Tim (producer) get into it about the doggie-pile-lunch-time-place, otherwise known to the instagram community as: Nap Chat. The origins, the benefits of group place for dogs, and how you can organize your own version of Nap Chat at home with your four legged dude. | |||
| 17 Feb 2020 | The One About The Walk | 00:27:30 | |
It is such an integral part of your relationship with your dog. Liz and Jeff discuss how the walk you share with your dog can tell you a lot about your relationship, how it relates to behavioural problems your dog my be exhibiting, and what you can do to improve this daily activity to have a better relationship both in and out of the house. | |||
| 24 Feb 2020 | The One About Play | 00:28:50 | |
Playing with your dog is one of the best and most simple joys in life. It’s a great way to drain them of energy and strengthen your bond. Not all play is made equal, the way your interact with your pooch could be contributing to unwanted behaviours and could be doing less to tire them out. Liz outlines some great options and ideas of how to get the most out of playtime with your dog. | |||
| 02 Mar 2020 | The One About Crates | 00:32:00 | |
Crating your dog may seem to some like a harsh way to limit their boundaries or like a severe punishment. The truth is, dogs crave structure and are by nature, denning animals. Liz and Jeff take you through the benefits of teaching your dog to love it’s crate, how introducing it can curb unwanted behaviours, and how it can offer your doggo a much needed space for downtime. | |||
| 09 Mar 2020 | The One About Behaviour Based Training | 00:24:30 | |
Liz and Jeff talk about how you can strengthen your relationship with your dog by better understanding dog psychology. They also go through the differences between behaviour based training and obedience based training. | |||
| 16 Mar 2020 | The One About Benji (Jeff's childhood dog) | 00:32:20 | |
Time for a trip down memory lane. Jeff takes Liz through his experiences and struggles with his childhood dog Benji. While Jeff introduces us to the memory of Benji, Liz assesses their relationship, training techniques, and where they could have done better for Benji. It’s a personal one, so buckle in for some emotions. | |||
| 23 Mar 2020 | The One About Training Tools | 00:33:30 | |
There are so many options of training tools to help you communicate with your dog. Liz and Jeff talk about the most effective training tools, the ones that do not work well, and how to select the best tool for you and your pooch. | |||
| 30 Mar 2020 | The One About Barking | 00:25:41 | |
Does your dog bark? Would you like them to stop barking? Liz and Jeff take your through the common contributing factors to your dog singing the song of it’s people (barking), and how you can curb this behaviour. | |||
| 06 Apr 2020 | The One About Getting A Second Dog | 00:25:30 | |
Feeling like you can handle a second dog in your life? We urge you to listen to this episode before you make the decision to expand your pack. Liz and Jeff take you through some of the common mistakes people make around adding to their pack, and how you can do it responsibly while respecting the relationship you have with your current pooch. | |||
| 25 May 2020 | The One About Covid 19 & Our Dogs | 00:29:36 | |
We are back! Talking about how this global pandemic has affected your relationship to your dog. Liz & Jeff cover everything from: separation anxiety, social distancing on walks, aggression, and Liz’s thoughts around getting a Covid-19 puppy. This is a must listen for understanding how your dog is feeling, thinking, and how to create boundaries so they can adjust to the new normal as the world opens in the coming weeks and months. For all of our Dog Haus dogs who are returning in June, please reach out through email or DM’s on instagram for details on how to set your pooches up for a successful return to the social club. | |||
| 19 Oct 2020 | The One About Dog Bites | 00:29:40 | |
Season 2 is here, we are back and here to help you strengthen your relationship with your dog. Whether you welcomed your dog into your life before or after the lockdown, there has no doubt been changes in your daily routines that has affected your relationship with your furry friend. Liz takes us through a first for her, being bitten by a dog. We talk about this specific transfer of energy, and how she has framed this experience to better understand dog behaviours. She outlines a few steps your can take to regain the respect and admiration of your dog despite the drastic changes we have all been through. Show Notes: | |||
| 26 Oct 2020 | The One About Compatibility | 00:27:00 | |
Knowing where your dog is in the pack-placement is just the start to understanding your compatibility. Your dog is always sizing you up and accessing where you are on the spectrum of being a fit leader. There is a lot to unpack in this episode, much like humans, your relationship with your dog is complex and should be based on more than breed and gender. Show Notes: TED talk: Your body language may shape who you are https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_may_shape_who_you_are?language=en | |||
| 02 Nov 2020 | The One About Being A Good Training Client | 00:29:29 | |
There are 5 pillars you should adopt in order to be a good training client. When it comes to being a good leader for your dog, it’s important to understand that you may need to unlearn most of what you think you know about training dogs. It’s a lifestyle not a diet. | |||
| 09 Nov 2020 | The One About Struggle | 00:27:55 | |
When it comes to building a stronger relationship with your dog, nothing will bond you closer and more fully than going through a challenge together. The wins and successes in our lives and in training can be measured by how we frame these experiences. Struggle is here to stay, and it is an important part of growing stronger together. Links in this episode: Mediation/post by: Three Feathers Living | |||
| 16 Nov 2020 | The One About Senses | 00:36:02 | |
Sight, touch, smell, and sound. As humans we rank them differently than our dogs in order of importance. In this episode, Jeff and Liz outline how we may be putting too much value on senses that our dog is just not that into, and how the added weight may be creating unbalanced behaviours. So LISTEN up, TOUCH that subscribe button, LOOK for the signs in your relationship with your dog, and… SMELL the truth? Are you looking to strengthen your relationship further? Check out these online-courses that Liz has created: | |||
| 23 Nov 2020 | Listener Q & A #1 | 00:31:53 | |
We are take to the phones (instagram DMs) to answer your questions about everything from feeding schedules, compatibility problems, to structured walks. If you have a question you would like answered on the next Listener Q & A episode, slip and slide into our DMs on Instagram Are you looking to strengthen your relationship further? Check out these online-courses that Liz has created: | |||
| 30 Nov 2020 | The One About Affection (re-run) | 00:25:55 | |
With the pandemic rounding out the calendar year, we thought it would be a great idea to re-run a 2020 episode that is super appropriate. We hope you get something from this second time around. Liz & Jeff took a break this week to cue up some amazing episodes leading up to Christmas and into the new year. Are you looking to strengthen your relationship further? Check out these online-courses that Liz has created: | |||
| 07 Dec 2020 | The One About Kids | 00:42:00 | |
Earlier this year Liz hosted a dog-day-camp for a select few kids at the Dog Haus. Two of these youngsters (who are well on their way to being pack leaders) joined Jeff & Liz for a (socially distanced/responsible) interview as our first official guests on the podcast. Big thank you goes out to Baiden and Addison for coming on the podcast, sharing their experiences as mini-pack leaders. Are you looking to strengthen your relationship further? Check out these online-courses that Liz has created: | |||
| 14 Dec 2020 | The One About Food Aggression | 00:29:50 | |
Having a great relationship with your dog is built on several things. One of which is trust. Liz and Jeff discuss the many ways in which dog owners (while having good intentions), make mistakes around feeding their dog which can lead to food aggression. Fear not honest-to-doggies, Liz and Jeff are here to help with some helpful tips to rebuild the trust in your relationship. Are you looking to strengthen your relationship further? Check out these online-courses that Liz has created: | |||
| 21 Dec 2020 | The One About Ty (Our Three-Legged Rescue Dog) | 00:29:03 | |
Ty (a three-legged-rescue mutt from Thailand) has been with Liz and Jeff for several years. In this episode they dive into his training journey, his relationships with other dogs, and how the loss of his sister brought him closer to them. 2020 has been the year of Ty. Are you looking to strengthen your relationship further? Check out these online-courses that Liz has created: | |||
| 28 Dec 2020 | The One About Winter | 00:29:17 | |
Winter is a big part of living in North America (Canada to be specific). Jeff and Liz talk about how they prepare their pooches for the cold, the ice, and the snow. They also cover a few activities you can do inside with your dog, when the temperature is too cold to take a walk. Are you looking to strengthen your relationship further? Check out these online-courses that Liz has created: Links mentioned in this episode: | |||
| 04 Jan 2021 | The One About Socialization (Part 1 of 2) | 00:32:36 | |
Proper socialization for your dog is broken into the “Three P’s”: Puppies, Places, & People. In this episode, Liz and Jeff dive into the importance of socializing your dog in the first 8 weeks of life, how to properly meet other dogs, and the types of friends your dog needs to be a balanced member of your pack. Are you looking to strengthen your relationship further? Check out these online-courses that Liz has created: | |||
| 11 Jan 2021 | The One About Socialization: People & Places (Part 2 of 2) | 00:33:23 | |
Liz and Jeff talk about People & Places. The last two of the three p’s (puppies, people, & places) of socialization. Whether you have a puppy, or an older dog, there are some great tips on how to introduce your dog to people, and how to get them comfortable with the spaces in your community. Are you looking to strengthen your relationship further? Check out these online-courses that Liz has created: | |||
| 18 Jan 2021 | The One About The Small Things | 00:25:40 | |
With everyday feeling like the last, it’s easy to let your regular routine slip. The small things we do with our dogs are the foundation of our relationship. Liz and Jeff talk about their experience being in in lock-down, and how they have let some of their regular routines slip when it comes to daily interactions with their dogs Ty & Baker. Are you looking to strengthen your relationship further? Check out these online-courses that Liz has created: | |||
| 25 Jan 2021 | The One About Building a Village | 00:36:22 | |
Dogs and Humans are very social animals, we rely heavily on our packs (or villages) to feel safe, supported, and loved. As a dog owner, not everyone in our tribe will understand or support how you choose to train your dog. Jeff & Liz talk about how to frame these sometimes difficult conversations and boundaries with other members of your tribe. It’s not always easy to be an advocate for your dog, but we promise you it is worth it. Are you looking to strengthen your relationship further? Check out these online-courses that Liz has created: | |||
| 08 Feb 2021 | The One About Neutering | 00:28:04 | |
Few topics are more contentious as if and when to neuter your dog. In this episode Liz and Jeff examine the arguments made by rescues, vets and breeders to help dog owners made well informed decisions. “It's rare to open people's minds by preaching and prosecuting ("I'm right, you're wrong!"). Instead of trying to score points in a debate, treat it like an interview. Your role is to ask questions that help people consider their own reasons for change.” - Adam Grant *New Online Course* Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 08 Feb 2021 | The One About Aggression | 00:28:40 | |
Liz & Jeff dive into the differences between reactivity and true “red-line” aggression in dogs. How to spot the difference, and signs to look out for and avoid. *New Online Course* Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 15 Feb 2021 | The One About Separation Anxiety | 00:36:05 | |
A common, misunderstood, and often overlooked behaviour, separation anxiety is often the root cause of many disruptive behaviours. In this episode Liz and Jeff unpack separation anxiety and give dog owners steps to overcome it. *New Online Course* Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 22 Feb 2021 | The One About Discipline | 00:33:06 | |
Discipline is a key ingredient to a balanced dog - but it’s probably not what you think it is. Liz and Jeff explore what discipline is, what it isn’t and why it’s important to leading your dog. *New Online Course* Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 01 Mar 2021 | The One About Dog Breeds | 00:34:38 | |
Dogs come in many shapes, sizes, colours, and characteristics. On this episode Jeff & Liz dive into how you can asses your dog’s needs based on it’s breed. *New Online Course* Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 08 Mar 2021 | The One About Choosing a Trainer | 00:35:28 | |
The need for dog trainers is on the rise - but choosing a trainer isn’t a decision to rush. Liz and Jeff break down different dog training styles and offer a step by step guide to picking the trainer for you and your dog. Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 13 Mar 2021 | BONUS episode #1: Canine Intervention S1E1 Breakdown | 01:00:21 | |
In this bonus episode recorded live on Clubhouse, Liz and Jeff breakdown episode 1 of Canine Intervention on Netflix, examining the strategies and tactics used through the lens of dog psychology. Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 15 Mar 2021 | The One About Recall | 00:31:58 | |
Letting your dog off-leash is a privilege that should only be awarded to those with perfect recall. Jeff & Liz talk about some of the best ways to reinforce and train recall so your dog comes every time. Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 22 Mar 2021 | The One About Baker (Liz & Jeff's Tiny Dog) | 00:29:01 | |
All the way from Bakersfield California, blessed by Cesar Milan as “a cool dog”, commonly seen on the desk during pick-up at The Dog Haus… This one is all about Baker. Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 29 Mar 2021 | Listener Questions #2: Kids, Cars, & Sniffing on Walks | 00:29:40 | |
Liz & Jeff answer your questions on instagram. Everything from finding the best dog trainer program, how to structure your walk to minimize free-sniffing, and getting your dog comfortable around kids & cars. Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 05 Apr 2021 | The One About Pressure and Release | 00:31:30 | |
Body position, leash pressure, the words your say, and the eye-contact you make are all related to pressure and release. Liz & Jeff break down the fundamentals of how the pressure we use to reinforce behaviours can be for the good and the bad. With the influx of pandemic related dog behaviour issues, here is a list of Honest To Dog approved trainers and resources to help you strengthen your relationship through these strange times: Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 12 Apr 2021 | The One About Adventure | 00:34:36 | |
Hiking, biking, boating, or camping. Planning adventures with your dog, builds trust and strengthens your bond. Liz & Jeff talk about how they have introduced their dogs to new adventures in a structured and safe way. Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 19 Apr 2021 | The One About The Walk Re-Run | 00:27:51 | |
It is such an integral part of your relationship with your dog. Liz and Jeff discuss how the walk you share with your dog can tell you a lot about your relationship, how it relates to behavioural problems your dog my be exhibiting, and what you can do to improve this daily activity to have a better relationship both in and out of the house. Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 26 Apr 2021 | The One About Babies | 00:32:46 | |
Preparations for bringing home your baby should include rules boundaries and limitations around the relationship you have with your dog as well as the relationship your dog will have with the new addition to your family. Do not leave it up to chance. Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 03 May 2021 | Dog Trainer Reacts: Canine Intervention S1E2 Diesel | 01:00:39 | |
Liz & Jeff react and breakdown s1e2 of Netflix’s Canine Intervention. This episode was recorded live on Clubhouse. Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 10 May 2021 | The One About Small Dogs | 00:29:32 | |
Small dogs often get written off as not well behaved or hard to train, more often than not the cause of these problem behaviours is rooted in how we as owners treat them unlike dogs of a larger size. Liz & Jeff talk about the ways people mistreat small dogs and how that leads to problem behaviours. AFFIRMATION CARDS We have released a limited run of Dog Haus certified calm confident affirmation cards. Pick up a pack today, before supplies run out. Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 17 May 2021 | The One About Behaviour Modification | 00:42:30 | |
Training, intervention, & rehabilitation. These are the three stages of reinforcing the desired behaviours in your dog. Jeff and Liz unpack how to recognize where your dog is at with their need for behavioural modification. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 24 May 2021 | The One About Raw Food | 00:32:52 | |
Liz and Jeff discuss their journey with feeding different types of food to their dogs, and how that journey has helped to form their opinions on feeding their dogs a RAW diet. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 31 May 2021 | The One About Episode #50 | 00:37:59 | |
Liz, Jeff, & (producer) Tim celebrate their 50th episode of HTD with a look back on how it all started, the impact felt from the community of listeners (you), and what we see for the future of honest to dog. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 07 Jun 2021 | The One About Travel | 00:32:27 | |
Planes, hotels, & automobiles… Liz & Jeff talk about their experiences taking their dogs on trips. This episode is full of handy travel-hacks and tips to make sure the transit experience is pleasant & safe for both yourself and your dog. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 14 Jun 2021 | The One About Pack Position | 00:39:15 | |
Front, middle, & back. Understanding your dog’s pack position will help you understand their needs and how to interact with them to make sure your relationship is balanced. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 21 Jun 2021 | The One About Levelling Up | 00:37:50 | |
This episode is all about knowing when to make changes towards the type of person you want to be for yourself, your relationships, and as a leader for your dog. Liz takes Jeff through all of the ways in which she has levelled up the structure of The Dog Haus as well as her personal levelling-up at home. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 05 Jul 2021 | The One About Stress | 00:36:10 | |
Stress is an important part of growing and learning. So often we insulate our dogs from the stress of new situations or from lessons that they need to work on. Getting comfortable with getting uncomfortable will be beneficial in the long-run for not only your dog, but for yourself. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 12 Jul 2021 | The One About No Touch No Talk No Eye Contact | 00:27:10 | |
This approach of limiting your interaction with your dog at certain times is almost guaranteed to improve your relationship. Liz and Jeff talk about how giving your dog less of your attention and affection can improve your communication. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 19 Jul 2021 | The One About Becoming A Dog Trainer | 00:38:21 | |
Liz takes Jeff through her experience of becoming the dog trainer that she is today. The pitfalls, the miss-steps, self-doubt, and the successes. Becoming a dog trainer is about committing yourself to lifelong learning and growing to better understand dog psychology. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 26 Jul 2021 | The One About Street Dogs | 00:27:37 | |
Liz & Jeff share their experiences owning and interacting with street dogs. They discuss how this non-breed can often show the characteristics of being a front, middle, and back when it comes to pack position all rolled into one dog. Are street dogs perfect? We like to think they come pretty close. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 02 Aug 2021 | The One About Training Puppies | 00:32:20 | |
Starting out on the right foot is the most important thing you can do to set your new puppy up for success. The training starts before your puppy comes home. Liz and Jeff outline some of the best practices when it comes to behaviour based training. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 09 Aug 2021 | The One About Zoomies | 00:31:25 | |
On this week’s episode we are talking about zoomies, those moments where your dog rips around the yard/house at high speed to blow off steam. Liz & Jeff talk about the motivation behind these Frenetic Random Activity Periods (FRAPS), and what you can do to ensure your dog is safe. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 17 Aug 2021 | The One About Play Between Dogs | 00:39:07 | |
Play between dogs is important for our dogs to understand their placement and proper etiquette within the pack. In this episode Liz & Jeff outline the different energy states, types of play, and what red flags to look for when two dogs get together for playtime. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 30 Aug 2021 | The One About Grooming Basics | 00:38:23 | |
Joining Liz & Jeff is Dog Haus’ own in-house groomer Kirsty Coulson. Kirsty walks Liz and Jeff through some of the basics of grooming you can do at home, and how to get your dog comfortable with grooming from a young age. Grooming your dog is important regardless of breed, age, or fur-type. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 06 Sep 2021 | The One About Off-leash Dogs | 00:37:12 | |
Encountering an off-leash dogs in on-leash areas of public space can be stressful, intimidating, and create some negative associations (especially if your dog is on-leash). Liz and Jeff talk about some ways to create extra space between your dog and the off-leash pooches of the world, how to politely interact with the the other owners, and how to better understand the driving forces behind people’s choices to not leash their dogs. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 13 Sep 2021 | The One About Picking A Daycare | 00:45:52 | |
Dog daycare is a great way for your dog to socialize with dogs in your community in a safe space while you are running errands or at work. There are different types of daycare that fall on a spectrum between play-all-day to more structured. There are several criteria you should be looking at, depending on the quality of daycare you want for your dog. Liz and Jeff dive into what you should be aware of when choosing the best daycare for your dog. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 20 Sep 2021 | The One About The Training Process | 00:45:55 | |
Training your dog is a lifelong journey, and It is different for every dog and owner. Liz and Jeff talk about some of the tactics they use when training their dogs based on their learning styles and pack position, as well as some of the blindspots we all have in our daily interactions with our dogs. Where ever you are on the training path with your pooch is where you are meant to be, don’t be discouraged. Stick with it and you’ll see results. AFFIRMATION CARDS
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| 12 Oct 2021 | The One About Training Cesar's Way | 00:39:25 | |
Liz & Jeff spent a few weeks in LA this past month working at the Dog Psychology Center owned and operated by Cesar Milan. This episode is a de-brief of their time spend in LA, how the DPC has impacted Liz’s career working with dogs and the work she is doing at the center both now and in the weeks to come. AFFIRMATION CARDS
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| 18 Oct 2021 | The One About Boarding Your Dog | 00:35:08 | |
Going on a trip where you can’t bring your dog? Liz & Jeff talk about the different options for keeping your dog safe and in good hands. Whether it be a board facility, a family friend, your trainer, or your vet… there are pros and cons for each option. AFFIRMATION CARDS
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| 25 Oct 2021 | The One About Saying Goodbye | 00:43:15 | |
It is a day that will happen to all pet parents. Whether it is something you plan for or it happens suddenly without warning, It will be a very difficult day. Liz and Jeff talk about their own experience with saying farewell to Carmen, how they planned for it leading up to the day, and how they honour her memory going forward. AFFIRMATION CARDS
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| 01 Nov 2021 | The One About Treadmill Training | 00:30:26 | |
Teaching your dog to walk on the treadmill safely is a great tool for releasing energy, building confidence and providing much needed exercise when walking outside is not possible. Liz and Jeff talk about their experiences teaching their dogs how to use the treadmill and what you can do to set your dog up for success in your home gym. Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 08 Nov 2021 | The One About Multiple Dogs | 00:30:26 | |
Managing more than 1 animal in the home means you are managing a pack. Each pack has its unique set of character traits and dynamics between each member. Jeff and Liz talk about how they manage their pack of dogs to create a safe and fulfilling space for everyone. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 15 Nov 2021 | The One About E-Collar | 00:28:36 | |
Like a pager for your dog, e-collars are a great training tool for some dogs. Jeff and Liz dive into their experiences using it in their home and in Liz’s professional dog training practice. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 22 Nov 2021 | The One About Fostering | 00:31:09 | |
Fostering a dog in our community is all about providing a safe home for that dog while a forever home and family can be found. Liz and Jeff talk about their recent experience with a foster family whose attachment to their foster dog became a roadblock for finding that dog a new home. Shoutout to local rescue for requesting this episode @taffyslegacycaninerescue. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 29 Nov 2021 | The One About Jumping up | 00:28:28 | |
Jumping up isn’t a problem until it is. Dogs jumping in your personal space is not their way of saying they missed you. More often it is a sign that they are claiming you, which can lead to overly protective/aggressive behaviour. Liz and Jeff talk about their strategies to create calm and controlled reunions with their pack. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 06 Dec 2021 | Listener Q & A #3: Dog Attacks, Reactive Dogs, & Off-leash Dog Interactions | 00:34:30 | |
Liz & Jeff answer your questions about recovering emotionally from a dog attack, how to bring a new dog into your pack when one is more reactive, and how to manage off-leash dog interactions. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 13 Dec 2021 | The One About Our New Dog Blue | 00:35:23 | |
Dog number 3 has entered the game. Liz & Jeff have adopted a dog from their recent trip to California to work at Training Caesar’s way. Blue (formerly Roger) is a small chi-mix with a big personality. Liz & Jeff talk about their experience adopting Blue, and how they knew we would be a great fit for their pack and lifestyle. AFFIRMATION CARDS Looking to strengthen your relationship further? | |||
| 10 Jan 2022 | The One About Follow Through | 00:33:05 | |
Season 3 kicks off with follow through. Jeff and Liz discuss the importance of taking the time and holding the space necessary to get the eye-contact and understanding from your dog in the moment you are giving a command. So often we can rush through this crucial step, take your time, slow it down, and you will have the desired outcome from your dog. 10-Day Relationship Reboot: February 2022 Strengthen and re-build your connection with your dog | |||
| 17 Jan 2022 | The One About DNA Testing | 00:32:35 | |
It’s like 23-&-me, but for your dog. Yes, if you weren’t aware, there are services out in the world that will help you better understand your dog’s background, breed, and genetic history. Liz and Jeff talk about their experiences DNA testing their own dogs, and how this information can help you to better understand your dog’s needs from a breed perspective. 10-Day Relationship Reboot: February 2022 Strengthen and re-build your connection with your dog | |||
| 24 Jan 2022 | The One About Jeff Becoming a Trainer | 00:36:06 | |
In the most recent trip to the DPC (Dog Psychology Center) in sunny California, Jeff attended as a student taking the training course. In this episode the script is flipped as Liz interviews Jeff on what he learned at TCW (Training Cesar’s Way) and how it has impacted his relationship with Liz and their pack. 10-Day Relationship Reboot: February 2022 Strengthen and re-build your connection with your dog | |||
| 31 Jan 2022 | The One About The Terribles | 00:32:14 | |
Also known as “the adolescent phase” It is a period of time in a puppies development where they test boundaries and make their owners think they have been raising a hell-hound. This period of a dog’s natural growth happens between 7-10 months for EVERY puppy. You are not alone, Liz & Jeff are here to help. Personal One-On-One Virtual Coaching With Liz Foley for a virtual 60 minute assessment and training. | |||
| 07 Feb 2022 | The One About Getting On Board | 00:35:56 | |
Having everyone in your home in alignment when it comes to training the dog, can sometimes be harder than the training itself. Liz and Jeff talk about some of the ways you can help motivate your family and friends to get on board with the direction you want to take your training in. Personal One-On-One Virtual Coaching With Liz Foley for a virtual 60 minute assessment and training. | |||
| 15 Feb 2022 | The One About Recall | 00:34:55 | |
Having your dog come back to you with a simple voice trigger is a life saving command that is crucial for trusting your dog in an off-leash environment. Liz and Jeff talk about how you can start to train great recall into your daily training with your dog. Personal One-On-One Virtual Coaching With Liz Foley for a virtual 60 minute assessment and training. | |||
| 22 Feb 2022 | The One About The Power of the Pack | 00:38:45 | |
Pack position theory is all about understanding the social component of how dogs socialize, organize, and interact with each other from their base animal state. Liz & Jeff talk about how they can use pack theory to recognize and diagnose the reasons behind certain behaviours and how to leverage that understanding to get the desired outcome & behaviour from your dog. Personal One-On-One Virtual Coaching With Liz Foley for a virtual 60 minute assessment and training. | |||
| 28 Feb 2022 | The One About Love Languages | 00:34:32 | |
Liz & Jeff talk about how their dogs prefer to receive love and affection, and how you can recognize which form of affection your dog prefers. Personal One-On-One Virtual Coaching With Liz Foley for a virtual 60 minute assessment and training. | |||
| 07 Mar 2022 | The One About Muzzles | 00:33:04 | |
The stigma around dogs who wear muzzles is strong. A muzzle is a highly effective tool to help set a dog up for success while remaining safe around trainers, owners, strangers, children and other dogs. Jeff and Liz talk about the different types of muzzles on the market, and the many instances you can incorporate them into your dog’s interactions to give you peace of mind. Personal One-On-One Virtual Coaching With Liz Foley for a virtual 60 minute assessment and training. | |||
| 14 Mar 2022 | The One About Consistency | 00:36:39 | |
Training happens every day every time you interact with your dog. Being consistent with a schedule and boundaries with your dog on a day-to-day basis, will ingrain the behaviours you want in your dog to the point where they always understand what is expected to be a 10/10 good dog. Personal One-On-One Virtual Coaching With Liz Foley for a virtual 60 minute assessment and training. | |||
| 17 Mar 2022 | The One About Blue's DNA Test Results | 00:14:22 | |
Bonus episode time! Blue’s (our newest pack member) results from Embark have just come in and we wanted to share with you what we learned about his lineage and health. Sign up for Embark to learn about your dog’s history and family tree. @ embarkvet.com and use promo code: HTD to receive $50 off! | |||
| 28 Mar 2022 | Listener Q & A #4 | 00:31:30 | |
Liz & Jeff answer your questions about dogs including: Getting your dog ready for spring, new puppy dos & donts, nail trimmings, and what Liz does at the DPC Sign up for Embark to learn about your dog’s history and family tree. @ embarkvet.com and use promo code: HTD to receive $50 off! | |||
| 04 Apr 2022 | The One About Social Zones | 00:38:05 | |
Public, personal & intimate. These are the three zones that we as social beings move through in life. Jeff and Liz discuss the significance of each zone, and how to assess your dog’s comfort level in each zone to ensure safe interactions with other dogs and people. Sign up for Embark to learn about your dog’s history and family tree. @ embarkvet.com and use promo code: HTD to receive $50 off! | |||
| 21 Apr 2022 | The One About Littermate Syndrome | 00:33:12 | |
You may think it’s a good idea to get two puppies from the same litter at the same time… spoiler alert, it is not a good idea. Jeff and Liz talk about why you should avoid getting two dogs at the same time, and some strategies to how you can raise two dogs to be calm balanced pack members. Sign up for Embark to learn about your dog’s history and family tree. @ embarkvet.com and use promo code: HTD to receive $50 off! | |||
| 25 Apr 2022 | The One About Story vs Reality | 00:40:05 | |
The narratives that we apply to our dogs is a nice way to define their experience. Dogs do not live in the past or the future, they live in the present moment, and the stories we assign to their lives can sometimes hold us back from seeing them as instinctual animals as opposed to emotional beings. Throw away the story and see who they are in the present moment, take it day-by-day. Sign up for Embark to learn about your dog’s history and family tree. @ embarkvet.com and use promo code: HTD to receive $50 off! | |||
| 13 Jun 2022 | The One About Vacationing With Your Dog | 00:35:49 | |
Season 4 of HTD kicks off with where Liz & Jeff (And their dogs) have been for the past three months. This much needed hiatus from the podcast has helped to reframe Liz’s purpose in life when it comes to improving the world, one dog at a time. In this Episode Liz and Jeff talk about some of the strategies they used when travelling with their dogs, to maintain a well mannered pack of good boys. | |||
| 20 Jun 2022 | The One About Frustration | 00:31:30 | |
As dog owners we all experience frustration in the training process. Whether it’s with a new dog or a new behaviour we are trying to teach, it’s often a longer and more drawn out process than we emotionally budget for. Liz & Jeff talk about their own frustrations in training the newest member of their pack. The next 10 Day Relationship Reboot happening July 2022. Strengthen or re-build your connection with your dog in just 10 days. Next cohort starts July 12. Join now. | |||
| 27 Jun 2022 | The One About Dog Psychology | 00:48:42 | |
Dog psychology is at the core of behaviour based training. Your relationship with your dog will improved by simply understanding your dog as a an instinctual animal who lives in the moment, as opposed to an emotional member of your family. The next 10 Day Relationship Reboot happening July 2022. Strengthen or re-build your connection with your dog in just 10 days. Next cohort starts July 12. Join now. | |||
| 04 Jul 2022 | The One About Rehoming | 00:34:48 | |
Liz & Jeff talk about the circumstances surrounding when a dog should be re located to a new owner or setting. The next 10 Day Relationship Reboot happening July 2022. Strengthen or re-build your connection with your dog in just 10 days. Next cohort starts July 12. Join now. | |||
| 08 Aug 2022 | The One About Comparison | 00:31:48 | |
Whether it’s seeing a neighbour on a walk, or one of the trainers you follow on socials. We are primed to compare our progress to that of others. Jeff & Liz set the expectation that we are all on our separate training journeys. | |||
| 15 Aug 2022 | The One About Red & Green Flags | 00:36:52 | |
When it comes to finding a trainer there are some figurative flags that you should look out for to make sure they will be a good fit for your dog, your lifestyle, and your investment. Liz & Jeff talk about it, and lay down the flags (good and bad) that you should be considered before you settle on a trainer. | |||
| 29 Aug 2022 | The One About Getting Back on Track | 00:40:25 | |
As life get’s busy, many aspects of our day can take a back seat, including our structure around training our dogs. Liz and Jeff talk about how they have fallen off the wagon, dusted themselves off and got back on track. | |||
| 19 Sep 2022 | The One About Reactivity | 00:38:02 | |
Liz and Jeff talk about all things reactivity in today’s episode. How to recognize the difference between aggression and reactivity, some triggers your dog may be experiencing, and what you can do to help curb these behaviours. | |||
| 26 Sep 2022 | The One About Mental Health | 00:37:37 | |
Liz & Jeff explore the intersection of their personal mental health and their dogs. This episode explores subject matters that include: depression, anxiety, and discussions of suicide. If you need to sit this one out, we will see you next week : ) If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental well being, we encourage you to seek out help. Wherever you are in the world this resource is a good place to start: https://www.helpguide.org/find-help.htm | |||
| 03 Oct 2022 | The One About Drives | 00:34:08 | |
Understanding the intrinsic biological motivations your dog has for survival (drives) will help you better diagnose and determine what aspects of your dog’s behaviour you should nurture to get a well rounded pup. Jeff and Liz talk about the drives that drive their own dogs, and some of the methods they utilize to help their dogs be happy social good boys. Dog trainer referenced in this episode, Brian Agnew: @bagnew64 | |||