Cog-Dog Radio

Cog Dog Radio is seven years old and has 300 episodes! Join Sarah as she goes through a few things she has changed her mind about over the years. Listen to the end for a special treat! Cog Dog Classroom: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

The concept of “predatory drift” is an old one, but is it a true one? Join Sarah as she deep-dives this concept. Resources: https://blog.companionanimalsolutions.com/modern-animal-behavior-a-lot-has-changed-in-the-last-few-decades/ https://jamescraigha.wordpress.com/2015/02/12/predatory-drift-revisited/ https://www.dogwise.com/predation-in-family-dogs-predation-predatory-drift-and-preparedness-seminar-dvd/ Cog Dog Classroom: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

When should we use high value reinforcement? When should we use a hierarchy? Why is it ok to use really high stakes reinforcers in some contexts and not others? All this plus Patreon questions about handling unwanted off leash greetings and more! Cog Dog Classroom: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

Do you have a behavior that feels inaccessible to you? Is it loose leash walking, retrieves, or perhaps a suite of behaviors like cooperative care? What’s holding you back from catching that unicorn? Cog Dog Classroom: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

Join Sarah and her friend and colleague Ashley Johnson KPA-CTP as they dive into one of Ashley’s recent board and train cases, Buck the Boston. Buck came into training with a severe response to being picked up or handled, and presented quite a challenge. Ashley is co-owner of Puppy Adventure Academy in Melissa, Texas. https://puppyadventureacademy.com/ Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

A Patreon Questions episode! Questions include what kind of barking is ok barking, how to get on the same page with your partner regarding puppy raising, crate barking in anticipation of agility, and so much more! Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

…would you get on him in this environment? Would you get on him and ask him to do what you are asking him to do, right now? Explore the topic of preparedness with Sarah through the question “If your dog was a horse, would you feel safe riding him?” Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

Have you ever embarked on a training program and wondered “is this working? How will I know if it will work?” Explore these questions with Sarah through a real life training project of hers. Hint: it’s not about the dog. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

Excellence can be your goal while still avoiding perfection paralysis. Let’s talk about it. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

Do you or your dog need a different learning environment than what is generally offered in dog sports? Do you find yourself struggling to say “no” to your instructor, or to produce the right kind of environment for your dog? This podcast is for everyone out there blazing a different trail with their dog than the one that’s already been laid out. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

In this discussion all about resilience for our dogs (and their humans) Bobbie and Sarah discuss the Resilience Rainbow framework. This framework was developed by Bobbie Bhambree and Dr Kathy Murphy. Read more about the Resilience Rainbow here: https://iaabcjournal.org/the-resilience-rainbow/ Attend the Resilience Rainbow tour: Madison, NJ (in-person) May 20 & 21, 2023 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/resilience-rainbow-tour-madison-nj-tickets-499130140687 Nova Scotia, Canada (in-person) May 27 & 28, 2023 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/resilience-rainbow-tour-nova-scotia-canada-tickets-499100080777 Denver, CO (in-person and virtual) June 3 & 4, 2023 To attend in person: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/resilience-rainbow-tour-denver-co-tickets-499040693147 To attend virtually: https://behaviorvets.mylearnworlds.com/course/resilience-rainbow-seminar Madison, WI (in-person) June 10 & 11, 2023 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/resilience-rainbow-tour-madison-wi-tickets-558098506657 Asheville, NC (in-person) December 9 & 10, 2023 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/resilience-rainbow-tour-asheville-nc-tickets-541560220197 Kathy Murphy (BVetMed, DPhil, CVA, CLAS, MRCVS) is a veterinary surgeon, neuroscientist, and Chief Scientific Officer at Behavior Vets. She graduated from the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons UK in 1999, initially working in mixed clinical practice before studying for two postgraduate clinical qualifications. In 2009 she was awarded a highly prestigious Wellcome Research Training Fellowship to study for her Ph.D., in Behavioral Neuroscience, at The Queens College, University of Oxford, UK. She subsequently worked in the USA as an Assistant Professor of Neuroscience and Anesthesiology at the Icahn School of Medicine NYC and is now back in the UK and Director of Barking Brains Ltd (a neuroscience outreach platform for the animal behavior and training community). Bobbie Bhambree (CDBC, CPDT-KA) is the Director of Education and a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant at Behavior Vets. She is also a faculty member of CATCH Canine Trainers Academy and Agility University. Bobbie started her career in 2003 as a pet behavior counselor with the ASPCA Animal Behavior Center. While there, she implemented behavior modification programs for dogs who had been surrendered by the public or seized by Humane Law Enforcement. In 2007, Bobbie joined the Humane Society of Westchester, spending the next nine years as their shelter trainer. She created and implemented training and enrichment programs for the dogs, counseled adopters, trained volunteers, participated in community outreach programs, and performed evaluations. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

Why do trainers say “no method works for all dogs” if all dogs are governed (like all other organisms) by the laws of learning? Is positive reinforcement a method, or a principle? What about punishment? Is there a “method” that always works? Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

In the final installment of The False Dichotomy Sarah and Lisa wrap up their conversation about the “balanced vs force free” falsehood in dog training. Find Lisa Mullinax at www.serenitycanine.com Part Two: https://on.soundcloud.com/h1AtA Part One: https://on.soundcloud.com/9ZRNv Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

In the second (of three!) parts on The False Dichotomy in dog training, Sarah and Lisa get into the weeds regarding what effectiveness looks like, what it truly means to manipulate aversive or appetitive stimuli, and all the nuances involved. Stay tuned for the final installment in two weeks! The False Dichotomy Part One: https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/the-false-dichotomy-with-lisa-mullinax-cdbc-part-1 Two podcasts on reinforcement: https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/reinforcement-misunderstandings https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/coercion-with-adam-skandarani A blog concerning the coercion of R+: https://thecognitivecanine.com/high-value-vs-high-stakes-the-ethics-of-positive-reinforcement/ Find Lisa at serenitycanine.com and shelterbehavior.com Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

When a research paper regarding dog training is published feelings always abound in the community. Using research to make informed decisions in the field of dog training and behavior is not always easy. Lisa Gunter PhD, CBCC-KA is an assistant professor at Coastal Carolina University where she directs the Laboratory for Animal Behavior and Welfare. She’s a dog trainer researcher extraordinaire whose work centers on the welfare and behavior of companion animals with a special focus on our interactions with them. Researchers with strong training and behavior backgrounds are a rare breed and I was lucky enough to sit down with her to discuss the role of research in the dog training profession. Register for and learn more about the Canine Science Symposium: https://www.caninesciencesymposium.com/ Learn about and contact Lisa here: https://www.lisamgunter.com/about The paper in discussion: https://peerj.com/articles/10881/ Reach out to the primary author Rachel Gilchrist here: [email protected] Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

In this crossover episode with the Functional Breeding podcast, Jessica and Sarah discuss what fear periods in dogs are, and what they aren’t. www.functionalbreeding.org Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

When we bring a new dog into our lives following the death of a cherished companion the feelings can be all over the board. Guilt, joy, sadness, hope, and myriad other feelings can color these experiences. Unpack it all with friend of the pod, Marissa Martino CDBC of Paws and Reward. Find Marissa at pawsandreward.com Find Out more about The Reflective Relationships program here: https://pawsandreward.com/relationship/ Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

When things go wrong in your dog’s behavior are you to blame? Can you be responsible and NOT to blame? What is the difference? Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

Due to technical challenges The False Dichotomy Part 2 is still pending, thank you for your patience and enjoy this relevant replay! Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

In response to the “trainer wars” between the balanced and force-free communities Sarah and past podcast guest (and friend) Lisa Mullinax sit down to talk about the place where ethics meet efficacy. Lisa and Sarah do not claim a label as trainers (neither balanced nor force-free), and have both undergone an evolution in the behavior field that has helped them to arrive at a place free of dogma and full of compassion. Know the opinions expressed here are vulnerable and honest, and there can’t be enough time for all nuance to be present in all conversations. Neither Sarah nor Lisa represent anything other than themselves in their thoughts expressed herein. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

Sarah welcomes Taylor Barconey and Jiovany Alcaide of Smart Bitch Modern Dog Training back to the podcast for a trainer showcase episode! Because Jio and Taylor could not be restricted to just one case they shared three separate cases with Sarah: aggression, reactivity, and excellent client communication, you won’t want to miss this showcase! Find Taylor and Jio at https://www.smartbitchdogtraining.com/ On facebook at Smart Bitch Modern Dog Training, Instagram @smartbitchdogtraining, and Tik Tok @smartbdogtraining Check out their webinar for professionals dropping in March of 2023 here https://smartbitchonline.as.me/schedule.php?appointmentType=42493229 Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

You might have seen a post titled “Enriched to Death” being shared around social media in the last week. Of course, this is a misnomer because enrichment by definition is life-enhancing. But why is this post viral? Is there a reason we are worried about this? Check out our sponsor for this episode, the MET Conference, here: https://www.metconference.com/ Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

Charlotte Hoberg CPDT-KA owns and operates Sit ‘n Stay Training in Maryland. She specializes in reactivity and sport foundations and primarily offers board and train. She trains for and competes in IGP with her personal dogs. For the podcast we discussed a mixed breed dog named Tate who had developed multiple problematic behavior concerns in a shelter including dog-directed reactivity, handler-directed aggression in certain contexts, and problematic fixations on food, humans, and any other resource. His inability to rest or settle in the home was just an added bonus! Find Charlotte here: https://www.sitnstaytraining.com/ IG @sitnstaytraining TT @dogtrainercharlotte YT sitnstaytraining Don’t forget to join the webinar! cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/p/success-from-crate-to-gate Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

Join Sarah as she discusses common pitfalls in pre-run rituals for agility (and other sport) dogs. Should you feed a lot of treats before you run? Should you try to minimize your dog’s exposure to the environment? What about tug? All this and more, and don’t forget to sign up for the Crate To Gate webinar airing 2/21/23. Registration for webinar: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/p/success-from-crate-to-gate Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

As a follow-up to the Choice vs Structure episode that aired in January 2023, Sarah dives deeper into how to avoid producing a dog that requires instruction in all environments. Registration for webinar: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/p/success-from-crate-to-gate Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

It is a common adage amongst dog trainers: “your dog doesn’t need more exercise, he needs to be trained to relax.” The fear being spread is that by providing more exercise we will create super athletes whose exercise needs are impossible to meet. But is there truth to that statement? Join Sarah and canine sports medicine veterinarian Dr Leslie Eide as they explore this question. Leslie Eide DVM, CCRT practices north of Seattle WA and has a variety of canine conditioning and exercise programs available online. She can be found at www.thetotalcanine.com and at https://www.facebook.com/thetotalcanine Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

Liza Rader is a KPA-CTP and the owner-operator of Focus Dogs in British Columbia. Their special interest in high-drive hunting dogs is why Sarah sat down to ask, “can we train ‘instinct’ sports from a positive reinforcement lens?” It got more interesting than anyone imagined, enjoy. Liza mentions several trainers who have influenced their work, you can find them: Emily Larlham, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqnqaajTk6bfs3UZuue6IQ Shade Whitesel, https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84582736 Hannah Branigan, https://hannahbranigan.dog/awesome-obedience/ Jo Laurens, https://www.forcefreegundog.com Leslie McDevitt, voluntary sharing, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_JRvvJkRxrQ Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

You’ve heard you should give an anxious or otherwise dysregulated dog structure, but you;ve also heard you should give them choice and control. Aren’t these things in conflict? Which camp is right? Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

A rich understanding of how reinforcement works to strengthen behavior is vital for behavior change, and yet there are so many areas of this concept that are misunderstood by dog trainers (hobbyists and professionals alike!). Join Sarah as she explores these misunderstandings and offers tips and insights you can use right away. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

Join Sarah in a system of reflection and goal setting for your dogs in the new year. Sign up for courses and join the membership here: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

In the final episode of Cog Dog Radio for the year 2022, Join Sarah in celebrating ten years of The Cognitive Canine and see what’s in store for 2023 and beyond. Classroom: https://cogdogclassroom.mykajabi.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio IG: @cognitive_canine TT: @ sarahstremming Fb: facebook.com/thecognitivecanine

A surprise podcast to let you know to join me Monday December 12th at noon pacific for some big announcements! IG: @cognitive_canine TT: @ sarahstremming Fb: facebook.com/thecognitivecanine Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Cog Dog Classroom: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/

When we have our dogs in the world it is important that we follow certain “rules” to help them not be a nuisance. Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Cog Dog Classroom: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/

Sarah sat down with Shade Whitesel to talk about finding the right balance between highly adrenalizing activities and calmer more self-regulated ones for our dogs. Find Shade at www.shadesdogtraining.net and on instagram @shadewhitesel Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

In this crossover episode with the Paws and Reward podcast Sarah and Marissa sit down to discuss the many nuanced considerations when utilizing therapeutic setups for dog-directed reactivity. Join Sarah and Marissa for more on this topic in their webinar The World’s NOT a Stage: Reactivity Setups on November 29th at 5pm pacific. The webinar will be recorded so if you can’t attend live, not to worry! Register here: www.pawsandreward.com Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

Dogs and kids; not the fantasy some people imagine. What if you already have kids and you want to upgrade to a sportier dog? What if you have sport dogs already and you want to have kids? Are kids and dogs even a good match? All this and more. Find Michelle at www.poochparenting.net Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

Which behavior problems are about training, and which are about lack of maturity? Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

Is there a time and a place to intentionally utilize one type of learning over another in dog training? Can you ever be operating in only one learning form? Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

This week explore the question “where does habituation end and flooding begin?” Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

We talk a lot about self regulation and impulse control in dogs and it is past time for us to discuss the very necessary self control it takes for sport trainers to not harm their futures with their bright young dogs. Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

Repeat guest Lisa Mullinax CDBC and Sarah chat about the special skillset it requires to not only work with but to live with exceptionally challenging dogs. Find Lisa here: https://www.serenitycanine.com/ Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

Ash Osborn CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP is the owner-operator of Pawsitive Pups Academy in Omaha Nebraska. With a decade in the field and a lot of picky eaters-turned chow hounds under her belt, she was the ideal guest to talk about the practical ways to increase food interest in our dogs, and our client dogs. Find Ash at https://www.pawsitivepupsacademy.com/ Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

Hyper social behaviors, food aversion, recall questions, and more! Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

Join Sarah and cooperative veterinary care expert Monique Feyrecilde in a dynamic discussion about how we can best support our dogs through their veterinary experiences. Find Monique here: My website for information & consults: www.teachinganimals.com My YouTube (tutorial library growing all the time): https://www.youtube.com/teachinganimals Cooperative Veterinary Care Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cooperativevetcare/ My veterinary clinic: www.mercerislandvet.com Fear Free Veterinary Professional Finder: https://fearfreepets.com/resources/directory/ Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

In this crossover episode with the Functional Breeding Podcast, Sarah and Dr Jessica Hekman DVM dive into what the word “functional” actually means when it comes to our dogs. Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

In this crossover episode with the Paws and Reward podcast join Sarah and Marissa Martino in discussion about Marissa’s recent trip to Peru and the life lessons for dog people she found there. Find Marissa at www.pawsandreward.com Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

It’s been a minute since we talked about barking, and Sarah has a new breed that’s got a lot more voice than her border collies! Learn about the advances in Sarah’s thinking regarding barking, and how she avoids barking in a breed that generally wants to bark. Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

Have you ever embarked on a training program and wondered “is this working? How will I know if it will work?” Explore these questions with Sarah through a real life training project of hers. Hint: it’s not about the dog. Cog Dog Classroom: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

Do dogs have self-control? If they do, can we train it? What's different about self-regulation and "impulse control"? Find out in this episode! FDSA Registration: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/people/786-people/faculty/10574-sarah-stremming Cog Dog Classroom: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

What does it mean for dogs to be “hidden potential”? Are they shut down dogs? Stress down dogs? Sick dogs? Unfit dogs? How can we help them? FDSA Registration: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/people/786-people/faculty/10574-sarah-stremming Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Cog Dog Classroom: cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/