So, what is reinforcement for dogs? Think you know? Guess again! Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner and Trainer talks today about Reinforcement! Learn from Megan as she continues her series on communication and shares how dogs view reinforcement differently than humans and how we can learn to reinforce the dogs in front of us effectively to modify the behaviors or patterns that we may accidentally be reinforcing. Join Megan as she gives us insight into how to encourage the behavior we want and to help your dog continue to grow their skillset so we can continue to develop our relationship with them! You won’t want to miss this episode!

 

The Dog Owners Guide Podcast: What is Reinforcement?

We discuss topics such as:

• What IS reinforcement?
• What is the difference between good, bad, and general reinforcement?
• How to reinforce your dog?
• Why do we reinforce?
• When do we reinforce?
• What’s your verbal marker queue?
• How to reward the correct way so your dog knows the placement of their reward.
• How long should you reinforce a dog for their behavior?

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Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner and Trainer talks today about Barking! Everyone’s favorite topic!  Learn from Megan as she shares WHY dogs bark, the purpose of it, and how to effectively manage dogs who tend to bark a lot. She teaches how to help set realistic expectations, based on “the dog in front of you”, that will set you and your dog up for success in the future.  Megan will also deep dive into the differences between each type of bark, how your dog’s breed may contribute to barking, and give you key points on how to effectively work through the behavior. If you’re stressed and pulling your hair out because of a barking dog in your home, know you’re not alone.  Join Megan today to gain insight into this behavior and learn the strategies to effectively manage barking to create a more peaceful environment! You won’t want to miss this episode!

 

 

The Dog Owners Guide Podcast: Barking!  Why Won’t They Stop?

We discuss topics such as:

• Why do dogs bark?
• What are the different types of barks?
• What is the purpose of barking?
• How can you get a dog to stop barking?
• What are some of the reasons dogs bark?
• What are the best ways to manage barking?

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Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner and Trainer talks today about the importance of learning to Train the Dog In Front of You.  Over her break, Megan was able to spend some time thinking of her own goals for 2022 and reflected on what that might mean to her.  She realized that all the goals she came up with, were from the dogs that were right in front of her!  Learn from Megan as she shares what you can also learn from your dogs.  Megan will also deep dive into the key differences between dogs and how they learn, what drives them, what reinforces them, how they survive, and understanding what your dog’s purpose is.  You won’t want to miss this episode!

 

 

The Dog Owners Guide Podcast: Train the Dog In Front of You

We discuss topics such as:

• What Megan’s goals are for 2022
• How using a dog’s mindset can help you:

1. Be more present in the moment
2. Be more mindful of others and our surroundings
3. Not set high expectations for yourself and those around you, but realistic and manageable expectations.

• Her biggest goal she challenges you with this year for you and your dog
• What the key differences are within dogs that may help you learn their learning styles, drives, reinforcement (how we pay them), how they survive and understanding the purpose that your dog was bred for
• How to use “breed bias” for you to help your dog learn the way they need
• How to help you think about who is training your dog and their abilities to know what YOUR dog needs and enlisting the help of a trainer, if needed, to help you be more successful in understanding your dog, how to teach them, how their drive is and what the reinforcement style is

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Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner and Trainer talks with Dr. Amanda Stanfield about the impact the Training and Veterinary teams can have on your dogs’ next veterinary visit. Dr. Amanda Stanfield grew up in Southern, NH on a small hobby farm. Growing up she dreamed of becoming a large animal veterinarian and excitedly decided to pursue this career at Oklahoma State University both for her bachelor’s degree and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. She had always been passionate about, and witness to, the profound impact animals can have on our lives. During her studies, she realized she wanted to pursue small-animal medicine to promote and foster the special bond animals and humans share. Now Dr. Stanfield practices small animal medicine in Seabrook, NH, and is passionate about understanding our pets’ behaviors plus making sure owners are educated on how to raise their pets in order to build a stronger, healthier bond. At home, she and her husband have 2 amazing dogs (including a golden retriever they are training to be a therapy dog) and 1 incredible cat.  Join them today, as they discuss how different ways working together as a team which includes, pet parents, dog trainers & veterinarians will impact your dog’s next veterinary visit.  You won’t want to miss this episode if you have a dog that struggles with anxiety at the vet, you want tips & tricks to find a veterinarian that is right for you, or you want to learn more about how dog trainers can work alongside veterinarians to create an atmosphere of compassion & care for our four-legged friends.

 

The Dog Owners Guide Podcast: How Teamwork Can Impact Your Dogs Next Veterinary Experience

We discuss topics such as:

• The one thing Dr. Stanfield wished she had known before getting her first dog that she wants other people to know
• Some of the most common questions pet parents could ask if they are seeking out a good veterinarian to provide care for their pets
• Stanfield’s recommendations to pet parents to talk to their trainers about to help with their experience in their vet
• What should a pet parent do at a visit? What’s helpful for them to do and when shouldn’t they help?
• What the most common thing pet parents misunderstand about what veterinarians do and the common misunderstanding between veterinary staff and clients
• Standfield gives insight into ways a pet parent can develop a relationship with their veterinarian
• Stanfield discusses, from a medical standpoint, if there is or is not a benefit to spaying & neutering with aggression or energy level
• How she determines when pharmaceutical intervention is needed for behavioral issues
• The three key points that Dr. Stanfield hopes listeners take from this episode

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Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator & guest speaker, Lisa Caputo, Shelter Manager in NH, discuss the things to know & look for before picking a dog from a rescue.  She spent over 15 years in animal welfare caring for and working with dogs of all shapes, sizes and temperaments and helping dog owners solve problems.  She helped place many dogs over the years and kept shelter pups happy with training and enrichment. Today, she answers some of the most common questions she’s heard from pet parents like you, trying to find the best fit for their family. Join us today as Megan & Lisa give tips & insight into the shelter world.  If you’re considering finding a new dog to add into your family, you won’t want to miss today’s episode!

The Dog Owners Guide Podcast: How to Navigate Finding the Right Dog for Your Family in a Shelter Setting

Todays episode covers questions such as:

• What’s one thing that she wished she had known before getting her first dog that she wants other people to know or consider
• Why Lisa started shelter medicine
• What the difference between the Northern shelters and the Southern shelters are
• Why she feels it’s so important to do research when you’re getting a rescue dog or puppy before you commit to one
• What are some questions a person should be asking the rescue before they commit to a dog or commit to working with that rescue

• What are things that a person should really pay attention to if they’re going to look at a dog
• What is the common thing people do that might not be the best thing to do when looking for a rescue
• If someone wants to volunteer at a rescue, what are things a volunteer should ask or look for before they volunteer with them
• What are THREE big take homes for dog pet parents to take from this episode

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