Talk Dogs With Us

Join us for a discussion of the Senior stage of life and what that means for canine companions! Show notes: Recent advances in diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for canine cognitive dysfunction in: American Journal of Veterinary Research Volume 86 Issue 8 (2025) https://share.google/bynzmTnybaYHgmNY7   https://www.aaha.org/trends-magazine/publications/first-ever-guidelines-published-for-diagnosis-and-monitoring-of-canine-cognitive-dysfunction/   Cookies stretches -https://fitpaws.com/blogs/fitpaws-community/cookie-stretches?srsltid=AfmBOookPgGgN6wx58JKPKJ1X6GSPrAZP2n5-Y8xvhbfizD83WBaxJEK

Join us for a discussion on Social Maturity and what it means for dogs to "be in their thirties"!

Join us for a discussion with Monica Henderson, RVT, KPA-CTP, CBCC-KA, FFCP, CCUI, for a discussion about all the practical things for working with adolescent dogs! Control Unleashed Books via Dogwise - https://www.dogwise.com/control-unleashed-reactive-to-relaxed/?srsltid=AfmBOopCpftncFhAwjw7KxQflRuVyUgvpufRh_E0MG5oFkO18f-QK4kn Control Unleashed Classes & Webinars -https://www.cleanrun.com/category/online_dog_training_classes/control_unleashed_university/index.cfm?srsltid=AfmBOopHAqAv_xtqGwH-eH3XH8gU7PT9v_gUKiscRsuMq5LmtDishfuA Jen's Control Unleashed Videos on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLl34NWv8-hbixAXPJzxWvM_kbtaPxWDDA

Teenagers scare the living @#$% out of us!  Here's how to make them less scary for clients!   Whole Dog Journal has two helpful articles here: https://www.whole-dog-journal.com/blog/canine-adolescence-the-great-unconsidered-life-stage/ https://www.whole-dog-journal.com/training/angst-with-your-adolescent-dog/

Join us for a discussion about how to get started running a program of your own for puppies!

Join us for a discussion about Burnout featuring Caroline Cox, MSW, LSW.

Join us for a discussion about Veterinary Social Workers featuring Caroline Cox, MSW, LSW.   Resources: Links for social workers and for folks curious about the field https://www.insightfulanimals.com/veterinary-social-work For the record, there are approximately 200 Veterinary Social Workers in the United States at the moment.  This is twice the number of Veterinary Behaviorists. Source: https://www.aaha.org/newstat/publications/veterinary-social-workers-offering-hope-and-help/

Join us for a discussion about life with baby dogs!

Discussing what we're thankful for, what we want for Christmas & tips for spending the holidays with dogs!

Join us for a session discussing settling!

Join us for Part  2 of our discussion about Cooperative Care! 

Join us for a discussion on cooperative care and all of the forms it can take! 

Join us for some spine tingling stories special just for Halloween!

If you thought training was just for dogs, here's some new ideas about how some spooky species are learning new tricks using the same methods we use with dogs!

The gang gets serious about scams and traps when selecting trainers & behavioral specialists!   Article from Zazie Todd about how to select a trainer: https://www.companionanimalpsychology.com/2016/12/how-to-choose-dog-trainer.html#google_vignette American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior - https://avsab.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/How-to-Choose-a-Trainer-Position-Statement.pdf

Looking for some a few easy ways to transform your practice into something more behavior minded? We've got an episode with tips for trainers & techs! 

Join us for a discussion of fear in dogs! 

Join us for a discussion on how to relate to patients and manage your own body language to maximize comfort in patients that might be worried, anxious, or reaching for aggression.     Body Language Resources: https://www.vetbehaviourteam.com/behaviour-resources/ https://www.pdsa.org.uk/pet-help-and-advice/looking-after-your-pet/puppies-dogs/canine-ladder-of-communication https://www.fearfreehappyhomes.com/video/dog-body-language-101/ Doggie Language: https://a.co/d/b6SCmVF What’s Up, Pup?: https://a.co/d/139aEJ8    

Looking for inspiration on making meaningful change in your workplace? Join us for a discussion about how to embody the change you want and have compassion for others on their own journey too!     Show notes:    Sorry pals I can't find the webinar Jenn & I talked about.  If I can dig up the link later, I'll post it on socials! Low Stress Handling - https://cattledogpublishing.com/lsh/?srsltid=AfmBOoq-kYkAYxPEfBN-ZuhzcCw4OaTchJmOu4c0BdG_IP7m4YykNSav Fear Free - https://www.fearfree.com/certifications/fear-free-individual-veterinary-professional-certification-programs/ Study about improving stress during veterinary exams: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/13/7/1253 Body Language Resources: Dog Body Language 101: https://youtu.be/siy0eog48ys?si=7RSTH80vmUerrihW Graphics & Handouts: https://www.vetbehaviourteam.com/behaviour-resources/ The Most Unknown: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8126390/

Seeking help is a hard thing to do!  Here's some resources to help you along your way:   American College of Veterinary Behaviorists: https://www.dacvb.org/ Decoding Your Dog: https://www.dacvb.org/store/ International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants: https://iaabc.org/ Got more resources? Send us an email: [email protected] or visit us on social media Talk Dogs With Us! 

Join us for a discussion on Food Enrichment.    And since we love Food Enrichment so much, here are a trillion links to fun stuff you can check out!   Stuffable Hollow Toys Kongs - https://www.kongcompany.com/ Squirrel Dude - I can’t seem to find him for sale in the US anymore! West Paw Toppl - https://www.westpaw.com/products/toppl-treat-toy Slow Feeders Lickimat - https://lickimat.us/ Soda Pup - https://shorturl.at/wlQsb  Pet Marvel Hard Plastic Lick Mats - https://shorturl.at/MNmDr Metal Lick Mats - https://shorturl.at/zwfqs Snuffle Mats Whole Dog Journal Article on different Snuffle Mats - https://www.whole-dog-journal.com/lifestyle/5-best-snuffle-mats-for-dogs/ Kibble Dispensing Toys Wobbler - https://shorturl.at/uPXdA Tug-A-Jug - https://www.petsafe.com/product/busy-buddy-tug-a-jug/ Bob-A-Lot - https://www.starmarkacademy.com/products/bob-a-lot/ Puzzles Nina Ottoson is the Queen of Dog Puzzles, no question - https://www.nina-ottosson.com/ Destroy Toys Tearribles - https://www.tearribles.com/ Trash Cans & Racoons - https://shorturl.at/F9y5k DIY Options from creators with way more time than 2 Jen(n)s Toilet Paper Tube Ideas: https://sparklesandsunshineblog.com/3-dog-enrichment-activities-using-toilet-paper-rolls/ PVC Pipe - https://www.instructables.com/How-to-Make-PVC-Pipe-Dog-Enrichment-Toys/ Frozen Dog Treat Bowls - https://thedinkdogmom.com/how-to-make-a-frozen-dog-bowl-treat/

Join us for a discussion on how to relate complicated behavioral information to owners who may or may not be ready to hear you!   Body Language Resources:   Doggie Language - https://doggiedrawings.net/pages/doggie-language-book Behaviour Team Australia - https://www.vetbehaviourteam.com/behaviour-resources/ Have more resources you want to share with us? Email us: [email protected]

Muzzled Dogs are Good Dogs!   Join us for a conversation about proactive & reactive muzzling!     Custom Muzzle Manufacturers (there are more, these are just a few!) Big Snoof - https://www.bigsnoofdoggear.com/ Trust Your Dog - https://trust-your-dog.com/ Mia's Muzzles - https://miasmuzzles.com/ The Muzzle Movement - https://www.themuzzlemovement.com Show off your muzzled dog by sharing a photo with us of your dog having fun in their muzzle!

Join us for a discussion about the three most misunderstood body language indicators that dogs offer us and what they really mean! Resources: Doggie Language - https://doggiedrawings.net/pages/doggie-language-book What's Up Pup? - https://us.macmillan.com/books/9780374389192/whatsuppup/

Join us for a discussion on how to make in clinic care more accommodating for animals!

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