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Dog Training DisrUPted — 80 episodes
Dopamine: the impact on dog training methods, behavior, and meds.
Dogs, dogs, dogs - 2025 into 2026.
Should Canine CBT be "Peer Reviewed"?
Is Virtual Dog Training Right For You as a Pet Parent or a Practitioner?
"Sentience" - How Does Dog Training Impact Sentient Beings?
"Treat Motivated" Dogs - What Does This REALLY Mean?
Is Your Dog Trainer "Popular" or "Impactful"? Why 2025 is the year of the Pet Parent.
Dog Anxiety - What we can learn from Human Anxiety.
Canine Cognition - Connecting Science with Behavior
My Childhood Story Revealed - Why I Do What I Do
Why Analyzing Behaviors is Important!
Dog Anxiety! Can Emotional Replacement Therapy Help Dogs?
Puppy Training! Can they think "cognitively"?
The Connection Between the Canine-Guardian Bond and Dog Behavior
Canine Aggression and Anxiety - How Cognitive Dissonance Affects Dog Behavior
Comparing Humans and Dogs in Applying Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dog Fosters! Goal Setting for Success
Canine Behavioral Enrichment - Why is it trendy and is it effective?
The low-down on animal welfare orgs, dog experts, and the shelter system - are they working in your favor?
Senior Dogs - What to Expect, with guest Dr. Cristina Diaz Madronero. Snippet: Best training method based on life stage
Dominance, Alpha and Pack Leader - The Good, the Bad, and the Useless (not in that order).
Tips When Expecting a Baby to be Prepared for a Busy Life!
Neuroscience Explains Adolescent Dog Behavior and Training Methods
Water Rescue Dogs - the story of Al, by guest, Lynne Cox
Leash Walks - Dogs Love Them, And You Should, Too!
Habits, Cues, Triggers - How do they effect behavior in humans and dogs?
"Why Won't My Adopted Dog Eat?" Solutions Based in Logic and CCBT (no, not handfeeding)
Anxiety Rehab: Flooding and Fixation vs Progress and Success! What to Expect During Anxiety Rehab.
Are Industry Leaders Giving You The Info You Need and Deserve? Let's Explore Some Other Resources.
Michael Overlie: The Relationship between Men and their Dogs; How CBT is Changing Mindset on the need for "Boundaries" and "Discipline".
"When Your Child Asks For A Dog" - An interview with author, Ciaran Walsh. Followed By: "Is Having a Dog and a Baby Too Time Consuming?"
The Adolescent Stage - Dog Cognition Skills Kick In - Learn How to Adapt.
Study on Street Dogs Reading Traffic Lights and How Those Cognitive Skills Transfer to Adoption; The Story of a Drunk Girl and a Mexi Rescue
Which Method is Best for Anxiety Rehab and Why? Then, Meet Brad Malin, of Companion CBD.
Can Puppies "Think Cognitively"? Are Cognitive Exercises Influential During Puppyhood? Marc Bekoff's Newest Release.
What Do We Do When Adopted Dogs Won't Eat?; The Decompression Period - Do Dogs Need It?; A Scientific Study on Street Dogs and Behavioral Issues.
What Does It Mean to truly Understand Your Dog? "Talking With The Dogs" with Liz Murdoch; Feedback From Last Ep. Leash Walk Challenge; The Dangers of Pre-setting Training Goals
A Platform Exercise Revealed (Wahoo!); An Interview with Kerry Cooke of Spleash Your Leash; Are You Interested in Partaking in Cognitive Studies? Listen UP!; Do You Underestimate Your Dog's Intelligence?
Can Positive Reinforcement Training reach the cognitive side of the brain? The Benefits of Canine Enrichment. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for dogs explained using a Soup Recipe (WTF?). Tip on Bringing a Rescued Dog into your Home.
Connecting Scientific Studies on Dog Cognition to that of Common Dog Behavior Problems and the Best Method to Address Unwanted Dog Behavior.
Diving Deep into a Scientific Study on Adolescent Dog Behavior. Perhaps the methods we use perpetuate the behaviors associated with adolescence.
Scientific studies and experts validate the need for a formula grounded in C.B.T. for dogs. I talk about the future of UPWARD Dogology.
A chat with Dr. Adam Christman, DVM, author, speaker and advocate discusses shelter meds, animal legislation and dog rescue. SnipPet: The importance of delivery combined with content to engage listeners and make an impact.
Jessica Heaton has worked and volunteered with disabled dogs in Morocco and England and is the author of Pups Paws on Wheels. SnipPet: How scientific studies and hands-on application work together to increase our understanding of CBT for dogs.
Meet 11 yr. old Kash, founder of Kash's Kreations, a small business that donates big bucks to local rescues. Dogs with anxiety are often over-looked. Learn how "productive patience" helps get them adopted.
The dirty topic of "Dominance". Comparing dogs and humans in respect to communication, perception and how we project ourselves with guest Sandra Davis of The PeopleSmart Academy.
Holistic Approaches to working with dogs. What do a donkey farrier and a dog trainer have in common? What the experts (veterinarian) say is the biggest block to learning about dog behaviour.
Can upbringing/puppyhood effect the behavior and personality of a dog? Why are 100,000 dogs killed in Spain each year?
Are you a Dog Mom or foster Mom? If you are struggling to keep it together, you are not alone!
Dr. Kuhu Roy and Hansa Roy in India are Making Waves with Two Initiatives, and Changing the Landscape of Life for Street Dogs Globally
What do my clients have to say? Meet Kat Atkings, mom of an aggressive dog and a dog with anxiety.
Meeting and working with fearful or aggressive dogs. The importance of the approach.
Why are Negative Reinforcements Still Present? Are Avoidance and Distraction Realistic and Effective?
Street Dog Hero is a kick-ass rescue that helps dogs, and people, all over the world. How does UPWARD Dogology save dog's lives? Find out!
Learn how The Man That Rescues Dogs Foundation is changing street life in Thailand. Should we convince, bribe or enforce rules to get dogs to learn right from wrong behavior?
Michael, of Pilots to the Rescue, combines his love for flying with his passion for helping animals get to safety. Is there life beyond Positive Reinforcement Training? A Look at Balanced Training.
Tamara Johnston, of Thai Street Paws Rescue, knows the challenges of rescuing dogs in remote areas with few resources. Want to help animals? Learn how you can easily help animals and the people who help them.
Dr. Jeff Baier, DVM shares his experience as a leading veterinarian at Planned Pethood International and for other unique animal rescue organizations. Stop reading books, taking courses and watching videos! Your clients and dog are the best teachers!
Tania Schmitt of Extraordinary Galgos and Podencos devotes her life to bringing these dogs to Canada. Learn why and how!.Do you feel you need to rehome your dog? Educate before you Relocate.
Nikki, vet. tech and creator of The Canine Health Nut, is passionate about sharing health and nutritional information that really matters. Lose the generic info and find the facts! Speaking of "generic advice", beware of "coffee shop" behavioral advice.
Kerk Murray left his ostentatious lifestyle behind when he found a dog in need. Author and creator of a non-profit, Kerk shares his story to inspire others.
Furry Hobos N Hiway Heros with Canadian Trucking Magazine have saved the lives of hundreds of animals and what it takes to do this. SnipPet Piece - Keeping "four-on-the-floor", as suggested by truckers.
Do you eat potato chips? Bonnie Harlan, of Prevent Pet Suffocation, is devoted to saving the lives of dogs by sharing some life saving tips. SnipPet: Logic, Common Sense and Manners - are they really possible for dogs?
A Chat with Krista Karpowich on the Gut of Your Dog and how to make the best nutritional choices for your dog. Flexibility and options are key!
Karen Grange, founder of Small Dog Rescue BC. was not always a small-dog lover, but she now devotes her life to them. Why the change? SnipPet-How to "elevate" yourself as a trainer or behaviourist
Chica Curtis, the force behind Cause4Paws rescue org. in Mexico tells us like it is when it comes to helping dogs in small town Mexico..SnipPet - Why "NO!" is sometimes effective - and sometimes not.
Meditating with our Dogs, with Author and Celebrity, James Jacobson. Followed by a ChinWag on the Benefits of Communicating and Bonding with our Dogs.
A Scientific Study on Changes Needed in the Adoption Process. Is the Need to Ensure Successful Adoptions Over-Complicating the Process?
Gadgets, Rules, and Tools! Are We Being Saturated? How Are These Effecting Our Relationship With Our Dogs?
Client Learning Journey-Dog Dynamics within a household - dominance or hierarchy? SnipPet Piece-Choosing a trainer or behaviourist based on your needs
Client Learning Journey- Meet Zeus, an adopted dog fearful of new people and has anxiety on walks. SnipPet Piece-emaciated dogs with food; the honey-moon period; the gentle leader
Client Learning Journey- Why unpredictable aggression toward Humans is not unpredictable.SnipPet Piece: Why using "Convincing Commands" to entice good behaviour can backfire.
Client Learning Journey- Jumping/Nipping/Stealing objects are common problems with dogs over 6 months - surprised? SnipPet Piece-How a dog's perception effects their behavior.
Client Learning Journey-Food Aggression/Resource Guarding. SnipPet Piece-Elevating Trick Training to a useful exercise.
Client Learning Journey- Why standard house training methods often fail with adult dogs-SnipPet Piece-The Fear Free Movement (Certification)
The 10 Principles of Cognitive Therapy (more fun than it sounds) The 3 criteria to Scientifically Prove a Methodology - Does UPWARD Dogology Make the Cut? What is "Dog Cognition"?
The Difference in the Platform and Design of Conditioning Methods to that of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and How That Effects Success
The Importance of Changing Your Mindset; How the Dog Industry Today Effects You and Your Dog
Season 1- Part 1 of 4 - Who the hell is Billie Groom?
What is this Podcast all about and how is UPWARD Dogology changing the lives of dogs and people?