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Simplifying Shelter Behaviour
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Shelter and Rescue can be difficult environments for workers and the animals in their care. This podcast, hosted by Tom Candy BSc (Hons) MSC CCAB, CSBS, CDBC. Brings together some of the leaders in the field of animal behaviour to discuss practical tips and tricks that can be utilised by shelter workers, volunteers or anyone with an interest in animal sheltering or rescue. The podcast aims to bring high quality education, to improve behaviour and welfare of animal using up to date thinking and methodologies.
Episodes
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ep. 71 Supporting Adopters to Settle in Rescue Dogs with Samantha Wayland
In this episode, Tom is joined by Samantha Wayland of Samantha Wayland Dog Training, co-founder of the Rescue Dog Care Network (RDCN), to explore how rescue staff, volunteers and trainers can better support people adopting dogs from overseas. Drawing on her experience fostering 60 to 70 dogs,...
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Ep. 70 Do Shelter Dogs Deserve Less Behaviour Support with Amy Fitzsimmons
This week Tom is joined by Amy Fitzsimmons from Dog Possible Austin for a really practical chat about life for dogs in shelters. Amy brings along plenty of real dogs she has worked with, and it's their stories that shape the whole conversation, showing how small, simple changes can make a big...
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Owner benefits, expectations and relinquishment, what does it mean for us?
In this episode, we're joined by researcher Lauren Powell, whose work looks at why people get pets, what they expect from them, and why so many end up back in shelters. The conversation moves through four threads: the genuine benefits pets bring to our lives, the gap between what new owners…
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Ep. 68 One Welfare Approach to Support Shelter Animals
About This Episode In this episode, we're chatting with Dr. Ly about animal welfare and how research into one welfare, is changing how we think about supporting animals. We dig into the reasons why animals end up needing care, what affects whether owners can reclaim them, and the real challenges...
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Ep. 67 Co-Regulation to Support Both Ends of the Leash with Lorenzo JW Fox
In this episode, Lorenzo JW Fox and I explore coregulation, how a calm human nervous system can help a stressed dog settle and why it matters so much for shelter dogs. We talk about the quiet power of presence and touch, how Constructional Affection builds a fearful dog's comfort with people by...
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Ep. 66 linguistics, communication and supporting conversations with Adrian Ray-Avalani
This episode really got my brain turning! The amazing Adrian Ray-Avalani brought their linguistic background to the table and spoke to us about a parent-child communication framework that helps us support owners in our conversations, and helps owners in the conversations they have with their…
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Ep. 65 Open Paw to Support Shelter Animals with Kelly Dunbar
Episode Summary In this episode, Tom Candy and Kelly Dunbar to talk about Open Paw, the training and enrichment programme reshaping how rescue centres care for dogs and cats. Co-developed in the US in 2000 by behaviourist Kelly Gorman Dunbar and, British behaviourist and author Dr Ian Dunbar…
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Ep. 64 Quality of Life Research for Shelter Dogs
In this episode Tom is joined by Dr. Karen Griffin to discuss quality of life in shelter dogs and how her current research project is exploring this topic. Focusing on adapting Maslow's Hierarchy the research group aims to better understand QoL in dogs pre and post adoption
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Ep. 63 The Cognitive Currency of Recovery with Jo Middleton
Here's a focused episode summary based on those two core ideas: In this episode, Jo Middleton introduces the idea of an animal's emotional bank account — a framework for understanding how every interaction with a shelter or rescue animal either deposits trust, safety, and positive association, or...
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Ep. 62 The Dopamine Box with Karen Deeds
In this episode, Karen Deeds discusses box feeding (the "Dopamine Box"), a technique originally developed in the bite sport world that she has adapted for pet dogs, shelter animals, and behaviour modification. The method is simple in concept — teaching a dog to eat out of a box — but powerfully...
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Ep. 61 community interventions, changing the traditional animal control approach with Rachel Horton
In this episode we discuss community interventions to support owners and animals in need as an alternative to traditional animal control models
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Ep. 60 Considering a Good Death: A Hospice Approach for Animals," with Helen St. Pierre
In this thoughtful and compassionate episode, Helen St. Pierre explore one of the most meaningful, and often avoided, conversations in veterinary and pet care: what does a good death look like for an animal in hospice? Drawing from their experience, they walk listeners through a practical yet...
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Ep. 59 Reactivity Training in the Shelter: What We've Learnt with Jess wheatcraft
In this episode, we're joined by Jessica Wheatcraft, who shares her honest reflections on years spent working with reactive shelter dogs, those that lunge, bark, and snap at the world around them. Jessica talks through how her approach has evolved over time, what she wishes she'd known earlier…
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Ep. 58 Quality of Life for Dogs, Staff and Adopters with Kelly Bollen
This episode explores the multidimensional concept of quality of life (QoL) within animal shelters, emphasising its impact not only on dogs, but also on staff and adopters. Framed through a behavioural welfare lens, the discussion highlights the interdependence between canine wellbeing, human...
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Ep. 57. Intergrating behaviour into shelter operations with Dr. Meghan Herron
In this episode we discuss the importance of integrating behaviour into all of our shelter practices, including how we can do this successfully, what some of the challenges are and what structures look like in a range of shelter operations with and without behaviour teams. About Dr. Herron Dr....
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Ep. 56 Muzzle and Misunderstood- Improving the Perception of Muzzle Dogs in Shelter and Rescue.
In this episode, we explore how dog shelter and rescue professionals can reshape public perception of muzzles, using one of the most powerful tools available: photography. While muzzles are often misunderstood as symbols of aggression, they are valuable tools for safety, training, enrichment, and...
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Ep. 55 Medical and behaviour, can we separate them? With Dr. Èlise Christensen
In this episode, veterinary behaviourist Dr. Elise Christensen examines the role of underlying medical conditions in shaping animal behaviour within shelter environments. She discusses how pain, systemic illness, and stress-related physiological changes can manifest as behavioural concerns that…
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Ep. 54 want more time, money and resources. Here where to start Behaviour edition with Leeron Liftik
Ep. 54 want more time, money and resources, here’s where to start. Behaviour edition with Leeron Liftik In this episode, we explore the journey of Leeron Liftik into shelter and rescue dog behaviour, shaped by early hands-on work in high-pressure shelter environments. Seeing how many decisions...
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Ep. 53 L.E.G.S and Total Welfare Model for Shelter and Rescue with Dr Kim Brophey
In this episode, Tom is joined by Dr. Kim Brophey, applied ethologist, author, and founder of Family Dog Mediation®, for an in-depth conversation on the L.E.G.S.® model, Family Dog Mediation, and the Total Welfare Model. Together, they explore how moving beyond one-size-fits-all training and...
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Ep.52 Behind the Kennel Door, Behaviour Assessments with Dr. Liam Clay
In this episode, we’re joined by behaviour specialist Dr Liam Clay, whose research focuses on canine behaviour assessment, behavioural problems and adoption suitability in shelter environments. Together, we unpack what behaviour assessments in shelters actually tell us about a dog and what they...
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Ep. 51 Supporting Frustrated Shelter Dogs with Dr. Sophie Liu
In this episode, veterinary behaviourist Dr. Sophie Liu dives into the complex world of shelter dogs and frustration-related behaviour, why it happens, how it looks, and what we can practically do to help these dogs cope and thrive. The conversation starts by unpacking what frustration actually…
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Ep.50 Simplifying Puppy Rearing in Shelter and Rescue with Suzanne Clothier
Ep.50 Simplifying Puppy Raising in Shelter and Rescue with Suzanne Clothier In this episode, Tom talks with Susanne Clothier about what it takes to raise behaviourally healthy puppies, with a focus on the special considerations for those growing up in rescue or shelter settings. Suzanne shares…
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Ep. 49 Silent Signals-Supporting Deaf Dogs in Shelter and Rescue with Caroline Lewis
About this episode In this episode, we discuss how to best support deaf dogs both in a kennel environment and how they move into their new homes. They explore how communication through visual and tactile cues can replace verbal signals,helping dogs feel secure and understood. The conversation...
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Ep.48 Gamification for Grooming with Victoria Shepherd
Ep. 48 Gamification for Grooming with Victoria Shepherd In this episode we discuss Victoria journey to becoming a holistic grooming professional. A big passion for Victoria is gamification for grooming and she takes us through some of these games, and easy techniques to support grooming both in…
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Ep 47. Maximising Enrichment Success With Mik Moeller
This episode explores practical strategies for improving the daily lives of shelter animals through kennel enrichment. The discussion emphasizes how enrichment is not just about keeping animals entertained but about reducing stress, promoting natural Behaviours, and improving overall...
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Ep. 46 Shelter Research and its applications with Dr. Erica Feuerbacher
About this episode Join us as we delve into Dr. Erica Feuerbacher’s groundbreaking work in applied animal behavior. In this episode, we explore how what we often consider simple—like petting—can deeply influence a shelter dog’s emotional well-being and adaptability. From reinforcement theory to...
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Ep. 45 Behaviour Adjustment Training (BAT 3.0) and how it can support shelter dogs with Grisha Stewart
In this episode, we sit down with renowned trainer Grisha Stewart to explore how Behavior Adjustment Training (BAT)can be applied to support shelter dogs. We dive into the foundations of BAT and how it helps dogs build resilience, reduce reactivity, and make better choices in challenging...
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Ep. 44 Capacity to Care and the Effects on behavioral health with Kat Creagh
In this episode I’m joined by Kat Creagh an animal welfare scientist who reviews policies and procedures for a large uk animal welfare charity. In this discussion we tackle some of the complicated questions around capacity to care and how we can best support the behavioural health of animals we…
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Ep. 43 C.A.K.E for Supporting Emotional Situations with Andrew Hale
In this episode Tom and Andrew Hales explore what it means to approach emotional experiences with Compassion Acceptance Knowledge and Empathy. Focusing on how we can take care of ourselves and those around us Andy explores the CAKE model and how it can impact the work we do in shelter and rescue,...
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Ep. 42 Choosing the Doggy in the Window, adopter decision making with Lawrence Minnis
Ep. 42 How do we Choose the Doggy in the Window, Decision Making of Adopters with Lawrence Minnis. In this episode we discuss Lawrence’s research looking at decision making of adopters. This important topic matches perfectly to behaviour as our end goal is getting dogs successfully rehomed. Join…
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Ep. 41 The Look at That Game for Reactivity with Kim Palermo
Ep.41 the Look at That Game for Reactivity in Shelter with Kim Palermo In this episode I’m joined by Kim Palermo to took about the look at that game. There are many reasons why our dogs bark and lunge at stimuli in the environment, and there are also many methods and philosophies that are meant…
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Ep. 40 Cat Friendly Care with Sarah Ellis and Vicky Halls (ICatCare)
In this episode I’m joined by Sarah Ellis and Vicky Halls from International Cat Care. During the show we discuss ICCs approach to Cat Friendly Care, how we can improve welfare, rehoming and support for the Cats in our shelters and rescues. Shelters and rescues can be stressful places for all...
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Ep.38 Research to Improve Welfare with Dr. Lisa Gunter
Ep. 39 Research to Support Welfare with Dr. Lisa Gunter In this episode we dive into some of the amazing research of Dr Lisa Gunter and her Colleagues. Dr Gunters contributions to the field have a massive positive impact on dogs in shelter and rescue, from improving perception and rehomability to...
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Ep.38 Supporting Rehoming Dogs to Homes With Children with Michelle Stern
Ep. 38 Supporting Rehoming to Homes with Children with Michelle Stern. This week we look at what we can do before, during and after rehoming, to support a dog moving from shelter or rescue into a home with children. Wether existing children or a growing family join myself and Michelle as we…
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Ep.37 Attachment in Shelter Dogs with Dr. Findy Wills
In this episode I’m joined by Dr Findy Wills, a vet behaviourist with a passion for shelter and rescue dogs. Findy joins the pod to talk about differing attachment styles and how we can support these in shelter and rescue, and gives us some insights into her PHD studies that are currently…
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Ep 36. Treats! Best Friend or Worst Enemy with Jess Feliciano
In this episode I’m joined by Jess Feliciano to look at how using food in training maybe more complicated than it seems! Off the back of her amazing presentation at Micheal Shikashios’ aggression in dogs conference, we discuss four main ways that’s treats might be the enemy! As well as the great...
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Episode 35 Becoming a Conflict Olympian with Carm Aufderheide
in this episode Carm Aufderheide Joins me to talk about how we can become conflict Olympians. Working in shelter and rescue can often lead to difficult, emotionally charged situations. Being able to handle these to the best of our abilities can really aid welfare by gaining a better understanding...
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Ep. 34 Smelly Toys are More Fun! With Skylar Howard
Ep. 34 Smelly Toys are Best with Skylar Howard. In this episode Skylar joins me to discuss her recent paper looking at if scent improves dog’s interactions with toys. Improving the use of toys is a great way to improve enrichment but also in terms of where to focus resources and funds! Skylar...
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Ep 33. Introducing Dogs to Adopters Dogs with Devan Amundsen
In this episode were joined by Devan Amundsen to discuss successful ways of introducing our shelter and rescue dogs to adopters dogs. Introductions can be tricky, often with a lot of pressure attached due to the potential loss of a good home, accidental fights or unsuccessful re-homes .Devan does...
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Ep. 32 cross collaboration and community programs with Beverly McKee
Ep. 32 cross collaboration and community programs with Beverly McKee In this episode we look at how cross collaboration and community programs can help support animals, guardians and community’s to improve welfare and behaviour. Beverly joins us to talk about different types of community…
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Ep.31 Prognosis Setting for behavioural health in Shelter and Rescue
Ep. 31 Prognosis Setting for Behaviour and Welfare in Shelters with Dr. Wailani Sung In this episode join me and Dr.Sung as we discuss how we can set prognosis for our behaviour and welfare cases to support decision making and planning in shelter and rescue animals. Dr Sung did an amazing job of...
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Ep 30. Holistic Approach to Reactivity with Dante Camacho
Ep 30. Holistic Approach to Reactivity with Dante Camacho About this episode Dante joins me on the podcast to discuss his holistic program for dogs who show reactivity type behaviours, including lundging barking and growling. When we consider the difficulties in working with dogs who show…
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Ep. 29 Functional Enrichment, More Than Just a Stuffed Kong with Emily Lewis
Ep. 29 Functional Enrichment, how to do More Than Just Stuff a Kong with Emily Lewis. In this episode I am joined by Emily Lewis to talk about functional enrichment. We cover how we can use enrichment to support our behaviour modification plans and how we can craft specific enrichment programs…
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Ep. 28-Free support groups for compassion fatigue and empathetic strain wit Dr Melissa Trevathan-Minnis
Episode 28 Free support groups for compassion fatigue and empathetic strain Join us this week as we talk about compassion fatigue and empathetic strain with Dr Melissa Trevathan-Minnis. Mellisa and her colleagues are running a study looking at the success of support groups for supporting…
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Ep. 27 Grief and loss for Shelter Folk with Dr. Tara Quinn
*New Episode- Greif and Loss with Dr. Tara Quinn* In this episode we cover another difficult reality of working in shelter and rescue. Join myself and Dr. Tara as we discuss all aspects of grief and loss, including bereavement and more. this episode discusses some difficult ground so feel free to...
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Ep. 26 Shelter Assessments The Good, The Bad and The Ugly with Dot Baisly
Ep. 26 Shelter Assessments the Good the Bad and the Ugly with Dot Baisly About this Episode In this podcast episode, I’m Joined by Dot Baisly, Executive Director of the IAABC and all-round shelter expert, to discuss the critical topic of dog behaviour assessments. Dot and I explore the importance...
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Ep. 25 Bark! The science of Helping your Anxious, Fearful or Reactive Dog with Zazie Todd.
Bark! The Science of Helping your Anxious, Fearful and Reactive dog with Zazie Todd In this episode we are joined by Zazie Todd author of Wag, Purr and now Bark! These books do a great job of combining stories, science and tips and tricks for owners and care givers. In this episode we talk about...
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Ep.24 Supporting Cats with Entering New Homes with Katenna Jones
Summary In this episode we look at different ways we can support the transition from the shelter/resuce to the home, specifically for our feline friends. We know that cats can often be sensitive to changes in their environments so as a shelter, and adopter we want to take supportive steps to…
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Ep.23 Resilience Framework for Shelter and Rescues with Bobbie Bhambree and Ferdie Yau
Resilience Framework for Shelter Dogs In this episode we are joined by Bobbie Bhambree (CDBC, CPDT-KA) and Ferdie Yau (MA, CPDT-KA) to discuss resilience in shelter dogs and more specifically how we can use the resilience framework to support rescue dogs. The Resilience framework is an amazing...
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Ep 22. Applied Behaviour Analysis in the Shelter with Dr. Susan Friedman
ABA in shelter dogs with Dr. Susan Friedman About this Episode In this episode we discuss Applied Behaviour Analysis, what it is and how we can use it to support dogs in our shelters. Join myself and Dr. Friedman as we discuss general ABA principles and how ABA can aid us in behaviour…
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Shelter and Rescue can be difficult environments for workers and the animals in their care. This podcast, hosted by Tom Candy BSc (Hons) MSC CCAB, CSBS, CDBC. Brings together some of the leaders in the field of animal behaviour to discuss practical tips and tricks that can be utilised by shelter workers, volunteers or anyone with an interest in animal sheltering or rescue. The podcast aims to bring high quality education, to improve behaviour and welfare of animal using up to date thinking and methodologies.
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