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Kindred Dog Podcast
by Ruben
Kindred Dog PDX trainers, Ruben and Shane discuss various topics. This could be things we read, watch, and listen to and relate them to how to live with our dogs.
Episodes
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Dog Owners as Trainers: Mastering the Basics
In this episode of the Kindred Dog Podcast, Ruben Montes delves into the often-overlooked connection between dog owners and dog trainers. Ruben emphasizes that owning a dog inherently makes you a trainer, responsible for understanding and guiding your pet. He shares insights on the importance of...
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Take on a Teacher mindset
In this episode of the Kindred Dog Podcast, host Ruben Montes delves into the transformative concept of being your dog's teacher rather than just a trainer. Drawing from personal experiences and client interactions, Ruben explores how shifting our mindset can help us better understand and meet…
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E-Collar means not Positive Reinforcement?
In this episode of the Kindred Dog Podcast, Ruben Montes explores the art of dog training through predominantly positive reinforcement and force-free methods. Discover how rewarding desired behaviors with food and play can create a joyful learning experience for both dogs and their owners. Ruben...
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Kindred Dog Podcast - Ep. 15 - "Why are board and trains so expensive"
In this episode, Ruben Montes discusses the reasons behind the high costs of board and train programs for dogs. He explains the extensive time commitment required from trainers, the various skills and training techniques involved, and the overall investment in a dog's training journey. The...
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Kindred Dog Podcast - Ep.14 - Interview with Allegra owner of the Naked Dog
In this episode of the Kindred Dog Podcast, host Ruben interviews dog trainer Allegra from Austin, Texas. Allegra shares her unique journey into dog training, emphasizing the importance of understanding dog behavior and communication. She discusses her philosophy, The Naked Dog, which focuses on...
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Kindred Dog Podcast - Ep.13 - Putting our dogs in Precarious Positions
Summary In this episode of the Kindred Dog Podcast, Ruben Montes discusses the importance of understanding dog behavior, particularly in multi-dog households. He emphasizes the need for dog owners to recognize the signs of potential conflict and to manage their dogs' interactions to prevent…
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Kindred Dog Podcast - Ep.12 - Dating and Dogs
In this episode of the Kindred Dog Podcast, Ruben Montes discusses the complexities of dating while owning dogs. He shares personal experiences and insights on how to navigate relationships with dogs in the mix, emphasizing the importance of training and management tools to ensure a harmonious...
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Kindred Dog Podcast - Ep.11 - How to build trust with your dog
In this episode, Ruben discusses how to build trust with your dog, emphasizing the importance of consistency. Just like in human relationships, consistency is key to building trust with your dog. Dogs need to understand that you will always show up and do what you say you're going to do. Being...
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Kindred Dog Podcast - Ep. 10 - How to Start training your dog
In episode I dive into how to start to training with your dog.
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Kindred Dog Podcast - Ep. 9 - Should I get 2 puppies?
This episode dives into the question of whether or not you should get two puppies. Things to consider if you are thinking about this.
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Kindred Dog Podcast - Ep.8 - Does my dog need an E-collar?
In this epsisode I talk about ecollars and answer the question of whether or not it is a tool your dog needs.
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Kindred Dog Podcast - Ep. 7 - I tell my dog "yes" so I can tell them "no"
Our dogs needs the full picture. Not giving them the full picture is a disservice to them and will likely result in a dog that doesn't know fully what to do.
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Kindred Dog Podcast - Ep.6 - Dark side of Dog patios
The idea of taking your dog everywhere sounds nice but the reality is that is highly risky. Other people and their dogs can be unpredictable. They are always friendly untill they aren't and unfortunatley it always seems to be you and your dog that find that out the hard way.
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Kindred Dog Podcast - Ep.5 - Ween your dog off food
In this episode I talk about the idea of weening your dog off food. Is that the right way to think about food?
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Kindred Dog Podcast - Ep.4 - Who is dog training for?
In this episode I talk about who I think really benefits from dog training.
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Kindred Dog Podcast - Ep. 3 - Engagement
Engagement. This is the missing piece for most people. Their dogs usually choose to engage with the environment over their handler.
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Kindred Dog Podcast - Ep.2 - Reactivity
In this episode I dive into what drives reactivity and what you can do to alleviate it.
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Kindred Dog Podcast - Ep.1 - Remember you are training
Remember you are training is about what the title suggests. When you are out with your dog you are training. It doesn't matter who you are with or what you are doing your number #1 priority is your dog.
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Episode 45 - Engage your dog
Diving in a little more into my recent post about reactivity. If you’re experiencing dog troubles, such as puppy issues, on and off leash obedience and manners, or more serious behavior issues, our approach to dog training has been giving owners the help they need for over 8 years.
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Episode 44 - When you’re out with your dog you’re training
In this episode I talk about how training comes first when out with your dog. You’re not enjoying the activity you’re training your dog.
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Episode 43 - Make the unpredictable predictable
In this episode I talk about how making our dogs more predictable can help us when trying to work on behaviors we don't agree with.
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Episode 42 - Technique > Strength
In this episode we talk about technique over strength.
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Episode 41 - Affection and Sugar
Some thoughts I had today about affection and sugar.
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Episode 40 - What is the crate good for?
Going in to why the crate is for much more than just preventing destructive behavior.
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Episode 39 - Household Management
In this episode I talk about how management played an integral part of the rehab proceeds with one of my personal dogs.
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Episode 38 - Does your dog trust you
In this episode I discuss building trust with your dog.
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Episode 37 - Tango and dog training
Thinking about dog training as dancing with your dog.
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Episode 36 - Adding structure
I give some insight into how to add structure into your dogs day.
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Episode 35 - The better you are the better your dog will be
In this episode I talk about upping our skill set for our dogs
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Episode 34 - Do I really need to follow all the trainers recommendations
In this episode I talk about trainers recommendations and if they should be followed.
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Episode 33 - The 3 D’s - Distance, Duration, Distraction
The 3 D’s are important to understand. It’s the basis for proofing your dogs training.
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Episode 32 - Math class and dog training
In this episode we talk about utilizing resources to be successful.
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Episode 31 - Seminars
I got asked to talk about some seminars I have been too.
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Episode 30 - Cherry picking behaviors
In this episode I discuss cherry picking behaviors and why it’s problematic.
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Episode 29 - Don’t tease your dog
Even though it may look cute, teasing your dog and a a quick way to an anxious dog.
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Episode 28 - Any dog can bite
All dogs have the capability to bite the hand that feeds.
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Episode 27 - Get goofy
Here I talk about the importance of getting goofy with your dog.
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Episode 26 - Affection for dogs
My thoughts on what affection is for dogs.
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Episode 25 - Cut yourself some slack
Just train your dog and have fun. Don’t stress so much about their issues.
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Episode 24 - Finding a trainer
My thoughts on finding a trainer to help you and your dog.
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Episode 23 - Follow through
Talking about the follow through when it comes to our dogs and the things we ask of them.
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Episode 22 - Ecollars and prong collars
Going into why we use these tools.
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Episode 21 - Walk etiquette
I this episode I talk about the walk and proper etiquette.
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Episode 20 - Dogs and babies
Going into how to approach living with dogs and babies
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Episode 19 - Doing the same thing but expecting different results
Here I give a little chat about doing the same thing when training your dog.
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Episode 18 - Triggers
In this episode I talk about possible triggers for your dog. These triggers can lead to dog fights.
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Episode 17 - Separation anxiety
Here’s a quick rundown on how to go about working through separation anxiety.
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Episode 16 - Addressing problem behaviors
How we go about addressing problem behaviors
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Episode 15 - Talking about ecollars
In this episode I get into all things ecollar.
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Episode 14 - Dogs and resources
This episode goes into approaching resources and what that means for you and your dog.
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Kindred Dog Podcast currently has 59 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
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Kindred Dog PDX trainers, Ruben and Shane discuss various topics. This could be things we read, watch, and listen to and relate them to how to live with our dogs.
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Kindred Dog Podcast is created and hosted by Ruben.
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