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Episodes

Feb. 5, 2019

Nail Trimming Ep17

In part one, we'll talk about why nail trimming is important for a dog's health. Part two is about figuring out what part of nail trimming is a dog having trouble with.
Jan. 29, 2019

A few Seconds Of Truly Still Ep16

In part one, we're going to talk about how we can teach a dog to be truly still for a few seconds by using a countdown. In part two, we'll we'll talk about how food isn't always a great option for the grooming setting.
Jan. 22, 2019

The Training Goal Ep15

In the first part, we'll talk about what the training goal is. You can't reach a goal that you haven't defined. In the second part, we'll talk about how good behavior starts at home. Getting owners playing with and handling t...
Jan. 15, 2019

Don't Try To Be Everything For Everyone Ep14

In part one, we'll talk about the variety of professions and people in the dog world. In part two, we'll talk about helping owners find the right pro and how that helps your business.
Jan. 8, 2019

One Millimeter From Disaster Ep13

In part one, we'll talk about how grooming is always one millimeter from disaster and how training can address that. In part two, we'll break down how to work on loud noises.
Jan. 2, 2019

Communicating With The Dogs Ep12

Encouraging what you want and building new skills takes some communication. In part one we talk about naming and explaining what we're doing. In part two we talk about reward markers.
Dec. 26, 2018

Using Humor and Being In Charge Ep11

In part 1 we'll talk about using humor and stories with people and how it helps us to learn and teach. Part 2 is about the difference between "Don't Fight Me" and " Be Good With Me" and what "Being In Charge" looks like.
Dec. 18, 2018

How Do You Use Rewards With a Dog Who's a "Jerk?" Ep10

In part one, we'll be discussing the question of how to use rewards with dogs who have issues. In part two, we'll talk about how to set the mood and make changes in the environment to help a dog.
Dec. 11, 2018

How Training Affects Your Wallet Ep9

In the first part, we'll talk about how good training affects your wallet. In the second part, we'll discuss if most dogs have trouble with grooming.
Dec. 4, 2018

Can A Dog Just Not Be Ready? Ep8

In the first part, we'll talk about how dogs sometimes aren't ready for us to do something yet but that doesn't mean a refusal. In the second part, we'll talk about some common owner mistakes.
Nov. 27, 2018

The "Posable Action Figure" Ep7

In part 1 we'll be giving Calm and Cooperative Behavior the snazzy new name "Posable Action Figure". In part 2 we'll talk about talking to customers and using some of these skills on the table. CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.com f...
Nov. 20, 2018

Food In Training Ep6

Part one is about using food in training. Part two is about being thankful for our modern educational oportunities. CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.com for more info
Nov. 13, 2018

Bijou's Law, Grooming Behaviors Transfer to Vet Visits Ep5

In part 1 we'll talk about Bijou's Law and how it's all about Safety. In part 2 we'll talk about Grooming Behaviors transfering to Vet Visits. CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.com for more info
Nov. 5, 2018

The Four Quadrants Ep4

In this episode we'll talk about being openminded about training methods and I'll give an over view of the 4 quadrants of behavior change. CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.com for more info
Oct. 29, 2018

Fear and Halloween Ep3

This episode is about fear and the way a body responds to it. I give a bunch of human examples from my time scaring people at haunted houses. CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.com for more info
Oct. 19, 2018

Working On Calm and Observing Behavior Ep2

In the first part, we'll be talking about working on calmness on the grooming table. In the second part, we'll be talking about separating stories and labels from observable behavior and why it matters.
Oct. 18, 2018

Welcome To The Podcast Ep1

In this episode we'll talk a bit about talking to grooming customers about a safety policy and changing their expectations. We'll also talk about some things that trainers need to think about when teaching dogs to be good for...