EPISODE · Jul 8, 2025 · 40 MIN
239: Helping Toddlers & Dogs Be Successful Together Part 2
from Your Family Dog Podcast · host Tina Spring
@YFDPodcast YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@YFDPodcast Incorporating Toddlers & Dogs - Building the Sweetest Bonds Guest Biography Aishlyn is a professional dog trainer and a newish mom…. When she is a guest we explore things Aishlyn is incorporating to help Delilah (15 mos) and Noir & Vega be more successful together. Time Stamps - 0:00 Welcome to Part 2. 4:00 Tolerance vs Active Enjoyment and why it matters 4:30 Guided Touch - teaching our dogs and our kiddos about consent (chin rest in this case) 8:48 Ask your dogs’ permission - giving autonomy and how it help reduce conflicts 9:45 Kiss to Dismiss 10:38 Jumping up can be a functional behavior meaning it is communicating 12:27 Vocalizing signals - humans and dogs 14:25 Is a 15 month old kiddo old enough to signal “no, thank you” and how we can teach that to our dogs 15:00 The benefits of giving all non-verbal family members a voice can be a huge help in learning 18:14 My toddler is fixated on the dog, now what? 20:18 The gift of “easy” for kids & dogs, teaching them separately 23:49 Dogs under the table 26:00 Tugging - Dogs & Toddler style - Keeping fun safe 27:38 Fetch! Dogs & Toddler style - keeping fun safe 29:00 Developmental Stages and helping the family through those changes 31:40 Muffin Tin Game 35:00 Bubbles! 36:58 Going to the restroom with safety in mind Stay in the Loop with the Your Family Dog Podcast Mailing Address: Tina M. Spring, 115 Pointers Ridge Drive, Athens, GA 30606-1490 YFDPod Merch TBA The Your Family Dog Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YFDPodcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-family-dog-podcast/id1163178672 Spotify Podcasts: Your Family Dog Podcast ON SOCIAL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourfamilydogpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YourFamilyDogPodcast/ The Your Family Dog Podcast is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content provided on this podcast does not constitute professional veterinary, behavioral, or training advice. Always consult with a licensed veterinarian, a positive reinforcement-based professional dog trainer, or a qualified pet professional before making any decisions regarding your pet’s health, behavior, or training. While we strive to share accurate and helpful information, every dog is unique, and what works for one may not work for another. The hosts and guests of The Your Family Dog Podcast disclaim all liability for any actions taken based on the content of this podcast. Listener discretion is advised when implementing any suggestions discussed. This podcast may feature guests with their own views, which do not necessarily reflect the opinions or policies of the podcast hosts. ©2016-2025 Your Family Dog Podcast LLC
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@YFDPodcast YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@YFDPodcast Incorporating Toddlers & Dogs - Building the Sweetest Bonds Guest Biography Aishlyn is a professional dog trainer and a newish mom…. When she is a guest we explore things Aishlyn is incorporating to help Delilah (15 mos) and Noir & Vega be more successful together. Time Stamps - 0:00 Welcome to Part 2. 4:00 Tolerance vs Active Enjoyment and why it matters 4:30 Guided Touch - teaching our dogs and our kiddos about consent (chin rest in this case) 8:48 Ask your dogs’ permission - giving autonomy and how it help reduce conflicts 9:45 Kiss to Dismiss 10:38 Jumping up can be a functional behavior meaning it is communicating 12:27 Vocalizing signals - humans and dogs 14:25 Is a 15 month old kiddo old enough to signal “no, thank you” and how we can teach that to our dogs 15:00 The benefits of giving all non-verbal family members a voice can be a huge help in learning 18:14 My toddler is fixated on the dog, now what? 20:18 The gift of “easy” for kids & dogs, teaching them separately 23:49 Dogs under the table 26:00 Tugging - Dogs & Toddler style - Keeping fun safe 27:38 Fetch! Dogs & Toddler style - keeping fun safe 29:00 Developmental Stages and helping the family through those changes 31:40 Muffin Tin Game 35:00 Bubbles! 36:58 Going to the restroom with safety in mind Stay in the Loop with the Your Family Dog Podcast Mailing Address: Tina M. Spring, 115 Pointers Ridge Drive, Athens, GA 30606-1490 YFDPod Merch TBA The Your Family Dog Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YFDPodcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-family-dog-podcast/id1163178672 Spotify Podcasts: Your Family Dog Podcast ON SOCIAL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourfamilydogpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YourFamilyDogPodcast/ The Your Family Dog Podcast is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content provided on this podcast does not constitute professional veterinary, behavioral, or training advice. Always consult with a licensed veterinarian, a positive reinforcement-based professional dog trainer, or a qualified pet professional before making any decisions regarding your pet’s health, behavior, or training. While we strive to share accurate and helpful information, every dog is unique, and what works for one may not work for another. The hosts and guests of The Your Family Dog Podcast disclaim all liability for any actions taken based on the content of this podcast. Listener discretion is advised when implementing any suggestions discussed. This podcast may feature guests with their own views, which do not necessarily reflect the opinions or policies of the podcast hosts. ©2016-2025 Your Family Dog Podcast LLC
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