The Dog Classroom Podcast

Special guest Ms Kelsey joins us for another episode to discuss separation related issues with dogs.In this episode, Anne-Marie and Kelsey explore the different behaviours that could be considered separation anxiety, isolation distress, or destructive behaviours while they are home alone and some strategies for dealing with these issues.Check out our episode on crate training at https://youtu.be/WnsODlVATDY⭐️Don't forget to follow us on your favourite podcast app to be notified when the next episode is available! Make sure you rate us 5 stars - positive reinforcement works for us, too :)Check out our website at www.thedogclassroom.com and find us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @TheDogClassroom.Have questions, comments, or suggestions for a future topic? E-mail us at [email protected]

Special guest Ms Kelsey joins us for another episode to demonstrate some scent games for all dogs to enjoy!In this episode, Anne-Marie and Kelsey discuss the benefits of scent games, how to introduce them so your dog has success and learns to enjoy the game, as well as examples of games to play at home.⭐️Don't forget to follow us on your favourite podcast app to be notified when the next episode is available! Make sure you rate us 5 stars - positive reinforcement works for us, too :)Check out our website at www.thedogclassroom.com and find us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @TheDogClassroom.Have questions, comments, or suggestions for a future topic? E-mail us at [email protected]:00 Intro0:15 Episode Intro1:56 Scent games for pets, sport, and medical work6:00 Teaching dogs how to search11:18 Demos22:35 Different scent toys26:36 Conclusion

Welcome special guest Kelsey Lafleur! Kelsey is a full-time dog trainer at The Dog Classroom with two dogs and a baby on the way. In this episode, Amelia and Kelsey discuss some of the preparation that Kelsey is doing with her dogs to prepare for their new human sister and all the changes that are to come! Starting this training well in advance will help the transition go more smoothly for everyone.For more on dogs & babies, check out our Babies & Toddlers & Dogs (Oh My!) Webinar at https://www.thedogclassroom.com/babies-dogs and our previous podcast episode on Kids & Dogs at https://youtu.be/LYWcNz4EaWc⭐️Don't forget to follow us on your favourite podcast app to be notified when the next episode is available! Make sure you rate us 5 stars - positive reinforcement works for us, too :)Check out our website at www.thedogclassroom.com and find us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @TheDogClassroom.Have questions, comments, or suggestions for a future topic? E-mail us at [email protected]:00 Intro0:15 Episode Intro2:16 Changing schedules6:00 Training for walks7:53 Involving helpers10:08 Training priorities and thinking ahead13:04 Sleeping arrangements15:15 Training cues to practice25:29 Conclusion

Get to know Gus! In this episode, Amelia and special guest Kady discuss her journey as a client of The Dog Classroom over the course of Gus's training.⭐️Don't forget to follow us on your favourite podcast app to be notified when the next episode is available! Make sure you rate us 5 stars - positive reinforcement works for us, too :)Check out our website at www.thedogclassroom.com and find us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @TheDogClassroom.Have questions, comments, or suggestions for a future topic? E-mail us at [email protected]:00 Intro0:15 Episode Intro3:00 Kady's considerations for choosing a dog6:30 Pandemic puppy socialization issues12:50 Agility and training journey25:15 Conclusion

We love our pets so much and most of us would do anything to give them the best life possible. So why don't we make provisions for what would happen to them if we weren't here anymore? In this episode, Amelia talks to special guest and local Lawyer Kady Stachiw about why it's important to include our pets in estate planning and in our Will, how we can provide for them after we are gone, and some ways that the law is changing in this area.Contact Kady at [email protected] if you need help with your WillLINKS: Carvalho v. Verma (Rocco the bull terrier) https://www.canlii.org/en/on/onsc/doc/2024/2024onsc1183/2024onsc1183.htmlCoates v. Dickson (Jazz and Jetta) https://www.canlii.org/en/on/onsc/doc/2021/2021onsc992/2021onsc992.html⭐️Don't forget to follow us on your favourite podcast app to be notified when the next episode is available! Make sure you rate us 5 stars - positive reinforcement works for us, too :)Check out our website at www.thedogclassroom.com and find us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @TheDogClassroom.Have questions, comments, or suggestions for a future topic? E-mail us at [email protected]:00 Intro0:15 Guest & Episode Intro2:40 Pets in famous wills5:30 Pets and their legal status in Ontario11:00 Considerations for your will17:00 What can you leave your pets20:00 Unusual pets22:19 Changes in the law25:30 Conclusion

Have you heard that a wagging tail is a friendly dog? Do you think friendly dogs should be allowed to greet whoever they want? How about the idea that "it's all how they're raised" or that "puppies are blank slates"?In this episode, Anne-Marie and Amelia discuss some common misconceptions that people have about dogs.⭐️Don't forget to follow us on your favourite podcast app to be notified when the next episode is available! Make sure you rate us 5 stars - positive reinforcement works for us, too :)Check out our website at www.thedogclassroom.com and find us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @TheDogClassroom.Have questions, comments, or suggestions for a future topic? E-mail us at [email protected]:00 Intro0:15 Episode Intro0:21 Body language misconceptions7:55 Misconceptions about friendly dogs16:04 Behaviour myths22:57 Other common misconceptions26:23 Conclusion

Part 1: https://youtu.be/Zanf9Lt7KMkIn this episode, Anne-Marie and Amelia discuss barking in a few different scenarios including barking at the window, door, and different sounds.⭐️Don't forget to follow us on your favourite podcast app to be notified when the next episode is available! Make sure you rate us 5 stars - positive reinforcement works for us, too :)Check out our website at www.thedogclassroom.com and find us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @TheDogClassroom.Have questions, comments, or suggestions for a future topic? E-mail us at [email protected]:00 Intro0:15 Episode Intro2:04 Barking at the window when humans present10:12 Barking at the window when no one is home12:18 Bark collars16:38 Barking at the door20:28 Barking at sounds24:10 Conclusion

Many people go to a dog training class and teach the dog to sit, stay, and heel - but how does that translate to living a great life with your pet dog?In this episode, Anne-Marie and Amelia talk about how they optimize their training to apply different skills to have a well-rounded family dog.⭐️Don't forget to follow us on your favourite podcast app to be notified when the next episode is available! Make sure you rate us 5 stars - positive reinforcement works for us, too :)Check out our website at www.thedogclassroom.com and find us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @TheDogClassroom.Have questions, comments, or suggestions for a future topic? E-mail us at [email protected]:00 Intro0:15 Zita Intro1:15 Episode Intro2:42 Beyond traditional obedience8:07 Applying training skills in real life16:50 Meeting needs as part of training18:40 Consistency19:59 Reinforcement22:36 Real life practice24:40 Conclusion

There are many ways to get your dog to do something you want! If what you're trying isn't working, why not explore some other positive-reinforcement based ways to get the behaviours you're looking for?In this episode, Anne-Marie and Amelia discuss three ways to get behaviour through Luring, Shaping, and Capturing as well as the pros and cons of each and some examples of when they are most useful.⭐️Don't forget to follow us on your favourite podcast app to be notified when the next episode is available! Make sure you rate us 5 stars - positive reinforcement works for us, too :)Check out our website at www.thedogclassroom.com and find us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @TheDogClassroom.Have questions, comments, or suggestions for a future topic? E-mail us at [email protected]:00 Intro0:15 Episode Intro2:19 All about Luring - pros, cons, fading, and hand signals11:35 All about Shaping 19:35 All about Capturing24:10 Conclusion

Do you wish your dog would go lie down while you eat dinner, or cuddle up in a safe spot while you sit around the campfire? Want your dog to settle under the table when you bring them to the patio for a drink?In this episode, Anne-Marie and Amelia discuss teaching a "Go to Mat" cue and working through the "3Ds" - Distance, Duration, and Distraction - to get a reliable settle in a variety of different situations⭐️Don't forget to follow us on your favourite podcast app to be notified when the next episode is available! Make sure you rate us 5 stars - positive reinforcement works for us, too :)Check out our website at www.thedogclassroom.com and find us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @TheDogClassroom.Have questions, comments, or suggestions for a future topic? E-mail us at [email protected]:00 Intro0:15 Episode Intro2:29 Training in different scenarios4:30 Choosing a bed7:24 Teaching Go to Mat23:20 Conclusion