Preparing for Dog Behavior Change

Click Therapy for Dogs (and the people who love them)

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In this episode I aim to capture the spirit of new beginnings and past reflections. I discuss embarking on changing pet companion behavior first by taking inventory on the time we have in our personal and professional lives. Learning new communication and management skills to support and improve our relationship with our pet companions requires our attention and commitment. When introducing clear communication systems with our pet companions, some unwanted behaviors may tease out fairly early however there will be others that will be a little more "sticky", they'll take a little more time to unravel. In most cases improving behaviors requires we learn and practice new skills over and over again until they become unconscious behaviors. In this episode we explore the importance of evaluating your life, learn the steps on how to take inventory of your responsibilities and considerations on making space before committing to starting a behavior modification training program so to support your two and four family success!
References

• Dinwoodie, I. R., Zottola, V., & Dodman, N. H. (2022). An investigation into the effectiveness of various professionals and behavior modification programs, with or without medication, for the treatment of canine fears. Journal of Veterinary Behavior, 55, 1-6.
• Dr. Antonio DiMasio
  • Book Feeling and Knowing: Making Minds Conscious (Interview)
• Dr. Carl Safina (Ted Talk presentation on Animals)
  • Books
• Dr. Marc Bekoff (website MarcBekoff.com
• Dr. Rick Hanson (website DrRickHanson.com )
• Center for Canine Behavior Studies
  • Be BiteSmart Educational Initiative to Reduce Risk of Bites to Children

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This podcast is suitable for pet dog guardians, shelters, rescue staff/volunteer fosters, adopters, veterinary professionals, animal trainers, behaviorists, research scientists and anyone interested in learning about human dog relations, evidence based behavior interventions, and ethical and humane practices. All content provided on this podcast is for entertainment and educational purposes only. The podcast host makes no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information; is not liable for any errors or omissions in the information; will not be liable for any losses, injuries or damages from the display or use of information. All information provided is not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any conditions. Listening to this podcast does not guarantee change. Contact your veterinarian or board certified behaviorist if behavior persists.

Capítulos

1. Introduction to Podcast and brief bio (00:00:00)

2. Episode Introduction (00:00:45)

3. Taking Inventory of our lives and those we care for (00:03:25)

4. Regulation and the nervous system (00:05:55)

5. Achieving equanimity to support better decisions (00:07:10)

6. Analogy using standard car driving (00:08:20)

7. Simple exercises to reduce stress in the moment (00:10:25)

8. Alert Barking (00:13:07)

9. Dr DiMasio Feelings vs Emotions (00:16:09)

10. Emotional similarities caring for human & non human animals (00:17:44)

11. Evaluating the root of dogs dysregulation (00:18:25)

12. Emotional similarities in human, non human animals (00:23:17)

13. Dr Rick Hanson growing the good (00:24:29)

14. My behavior training program, “Click Therapy for Dogs & the people who love them” (00:29:02)

15. What do you like about your dog & growing the good (00:33:12)

16. Finding and practicing calm in chaos (00:34:57)

17. Meditation for Dogs (00:37:15)

18. Assessing your life bubbles step by step 30,000 foot view (00:39:09)

19. Forgiving yourself for past mistakes you’ve made (00:51:44)

20. Episode Recap and contact (00:54:27)