Fostering & Pet Custody

This week we discuss correcting undesirable behavior, the keys to all behavioral training, the power of having intentional communication with your pet, avoiding punishment based training and instead focusing on positive reinforcement, and the best way to create a loving, trusting relationship with your animal. Plus Kyle answers a very important question — Do cats and dogs know what human babies are? And as always we answer questions from The Pet Collective audience!

This week we interview Hollywood dog trainer of over 30 years, Joel Silverman. We discuss his history training pets for TV and film, some behind the scenes stories, why film animals need to be desensitized to populated areas like soundstages, why distance training is important, how to prepare your pet before putting them in front of casting directors, and what you can expect on set if you plan to get your pet into on-screen work. Plus, we talk about the phenomenon of bulldogs who know how to skateboard. And as always we answer questions from The Pet Collective audience!

This week we’re chatting about how to understand your pets body language as a form of communication, we cover what barks mean, what the position of your cat’s ears mean, and we demonstrate the importance of understanding your dog’s calming signals. Also, Alison explains why her dog peaches is a butt sucker, and Kyle shares how he found out his dog Callie has a tucked up vulva. Plus Kyle answers a very important question — What’s it like having a last name that matches your profession? And as always we answer questions from The Pet Collective audience!

This week we’re talking about the Do’s and Don’t of Fostering, how to prepare your home for a pet, why adopting a pet during the pandemic may not be the best idea, and why to avoid using punishment based training. We’re also chatting about shared pet custody, how it affects them emotionally, and Alison and Kyle’s personal shared custody experiences. Plus Kyle answers a very important question — do dogs speak a language to each other? And as always we answer questions from The Pet Collective audience!

The week we’re discussing toys and treats, creating novel experiences around the house for your pets, the best way to play with them, stimulating their mind with training, and the magical effects of catnip. We also chat about how strange it is dating in the pandemic! Plus Kyle answers a very important question — Why do dogs and cats stare at you while you go to the bathroom? And as always we answer questions from The Pet Collective audience!

This week we’re chatting about exotic animals, parenting special animals under the right care, and which animals you definitely should not have in your home. We also discuss neighborhood animals that could be a threat to your pet, including coyotes, hawks, eagles, and insects. AND, a very bizarre story about a snake appearing in someone’s toilet. Plus Kyle answers a very important question — Why are all snakes total dicks? And as always we answer questions from The Pet Collective audience!

This week we’re discussing coronavirus, and how the pandemic affects your pets — can your animals get sick? Can they give it to you? We’re also chatting about dog park etiquette, how to prepare your dog for the park, and what to do if your dog gets in a fight. And we explore how the recall command can save your pet’s life. Plus Kyle answers a very important question — How long can a person survive on dog food? And as always we answer questions from The Pet Collective audience!

This week we’re discussing the therapeutic effects of parenting a pet with triple board-certified and licensed clinical and forensic neuropsychologist, Dr. Judy Ho. We chat about the mental health benefits of pet parenting, service animals vs therapy animals, the science behind the pet/human bond, and how our animals create reinforcing relationships that we can’t always find with people. Plus, Dr. Judy helps us field audience questions!

This week we’re discussing pet influencers with Hilary Sloan, dog mom to one of Instagram’s most famous dogs, Ella Bean. We ask Hilary how Ella Bean went from a rescue to a social media star, tips for creating quality pet content, how to get your pet into the influencer space, and how Hilary is using her platform to advocate against puppy mills. Plus we’re joined by producer and host of The Pet Collective’s digital series The Scoop and DoDos and Don’t Don’ts, Georgie Guinane. She takes us behind the scenes of her video series and shares the secrets to creating successful pet content.

This week we’re discussing CBD products for your pets. How are they used? What do they treat? And, do they actually work? We’re also covering health & wellness in dogs and cats — what supplements should you consider? what products should you avoid? We also give some quick tips for separation anxiety, and a whole lot more! Plus Kyle answers a very important question — do animals know how strong they are? And as always we answer questions from The Pet Collective audience!