Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast

S2:E10 Supporting Therapy Dogs Through Holistic & Natural Health With Narelle CookeThis episode is an absolute MUST LISTEN!Today on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, Sam sits down with the incredibly knowledgeable Narelle Cooke, owner of CanineCeuticals which is a premium, human-quality supplement range for dogs. Narelle is also an accredited Clinical Naturopath, Nutritionist & Herbalist. Our Therapy Dogs are working dogs and as such we need to know how to best support their mind and body during their lifetime. This is an episode you'll want to listen to again and again, it is incredibly rich with information! Enjoy! Interested in studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information or get in touch with us today by emailing [email protected] and one of the Therapy Dogs Australia team will be there to help! Remember to FOLLOW US!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_dogs_australia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapydogsaus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TherapyDogsAustralia/featured LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/therapy-dogs-australia/

S2:E9 Insights From A Breeder In Puppy Development & Ethical BreedingToday on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast we are very lucky to have a returning guest with us. Tamara Shead has a wealth of information when it comes to puppy development, ethical breeding standards and animal health. If you haven't listened to our first episode with her in season 1, we strongly recommend checking that one out as well. This episode covers the incredibly important time from getting your puppy home, to the end of their critical socialisation period. This is time that you will never get back (stressful, we know!). Tam has some really great tips for us to best manage this period. Even if your dog is outside of this socialisation window, this will still be really useful information for you. Grab a cup of tea and let's get started!Interested in studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information or get in touch with us today by emailing [email protected] and one of the Therapy Dogs Australia team will be there to help!Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_dogs_australia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapydogsaus/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TherapyDogsAustralia/featuredLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/therapy-dogs-australia/

Can Deaf Dogs be Therapy Dogs?Today Sam chats with Robyn Adair, who works in a school focusing on community engagement with her therapy dog Elle, who is deaf! Robyn is also a part-time dog trainer who specialises in dogs with disabilities and during this episode, she goes into detail about what it's like working in a school environment with Elle and the special considerations and adjustments she makes to facilitate Elle's interactions with students and staff. What a treat, enjoy the episode! Interested in studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information or get in touch with us today by emailing [email protected] and one of the Therapy Dogs Australia team will be there to help!Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_dogs_australia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapydogsaus/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TherapyDogsAustralia/featured LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/therapy-dogs-australia/

S2:E7 Working with Multi-Cultural Populations With Therapy Dogs (Guest: Noémie Rigaud)Today Sam and Max chat with Noémie Rigaud, who used to work as a migration and human rights lawyer in France before she moved to Australia and became a full-time Mental Health Social Worker, both in private practice and at the Queensland Program of Assistance to Survival of Torture and Trauma. You'll hear about how Tango, her therapy dog, was introduced to a very multi-cultural and diverse workplace and the careful planning that was done to ensure a positive experience for everyone. Noémie and Tango did their therapy dog training through us which is how we have been able to have this conversation today.Strap yourselves in for an insightful episode. Interested in studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information or get in touch with us today by emailing [email protected] and one of the Therapy Dogs Australia team will be there to help! Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_dogs_australia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapydogsaus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TherapyDogsAustralia/featured LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/therapy-dogs-australia/

S2: E6 Therapy Dog In A Drama Classroom: The Many Benefits. Today on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, Angela, the Head Of Drama at a small school in South West Victoria, gives us a real glimpse into the incredible ways her therapy dog Elsie benefits the many students she teaches in her drama classroom. This episode gives a surprising number of insights in to 'all things AAT'. Therapists and Educators of all types will take something from Angela's insights. For those interested in HOW therapy dogs can be incorporated into a school environment, this will offer you some insight. Enjoy!Interested in studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information or get in touch with us today by emailing [email protected] and one of the Therapy Dogs Australia team will be there to help!Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_dogs_australia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapydogsaus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TherapyDogsAustralia/featured LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/therapy-dogs-australia/

Temperament Assessment For Therapy Dog Training: What If You Fail?! Welcome to another episode on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast where Sam and Max chat with the lovely Marleen Boom about her experience initially failing a temperament test with her future therapy dog. Marleen details the assessment experience and what she and her dog still needed to work through to successfully pass the temperament assessment a few months later. We hope this episode will reassure those who feel anxious about their upcoming temperament assessment and shine some light on the process for those who feel they don't understand why it's a necessary part of the therapy dog training journey. Sit back, relax and enjoy the podcast! Interested in studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information or get in touch with us today by emailing [email protected] and one of the Therapy Dogs Australia team will be there to help! Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_dogs_australia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapydogsaus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TherapyDogsAustralia/featured LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/therapy-dogs-australia/

Today on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, Sam and I discuss how to navigate the overwhelming amount of information online when it comes to dog training advice, while also keeping yourself safe from the toxic culture that currently exists in many corners of social media. We're sure many of you will strongly relate to this episode, so grab a cup of tea and we'll get started. FOLLOW! Interested in studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information or get in touch with us today by emailing [email protected] and one of the Therapy Dogs Australia team will be there to help! Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_dogs_australia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapydogsaus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TherapyDogsAustralia/featured LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/therapy-dogs-australia/

The Joys & Challenges Working With Multiple Therapy Dogs Today on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, Sam and I chat with the wonderful Joey Parnell about the benefits and challenges when working with multiple therapy dogs at a time. Joey trained her therapy dogs through Therapy Dogs Australia, but she also has a wealth of experience and knowledge working with people and animals outside of that. Strap yourselves in for another golden podcast!SUBSCRIBE! Interested in studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information or get in touch with us today by emailing [email protected] and one of the Therapy Dogs Australia team will be there to help!Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_dogs_australia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapydogsaus/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TherapyDogsAustralia/featuredLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/therapy-dogs-australia/

S2:E2 What Risks Should You Consider In Animal-Assisted Therapy? 'Today on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast Amy, Sam and Myself dive into Risk Management in the animal-assisted therapy workplace. If you think you this isn't something you need to worry about as an animal-assisted team, think again. We cover a range of topics and possible risk areas that may need attention in your workplace. This is GOLDEN advice so we hope you enjoy soaking it all up. SUBSCRIBE!Interested in studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information or get in touch with us today by emailing [email protected] and one of the Therapy Dogs Australia team will be there to help!Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_dogs_australia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapydogsaus/

Welcome back for the 2023 second season of the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast. We're kicking this year off with something a little different. Sam has been working on a passion project which has finally come to fruition. Wild at heart horses is now the sister company to Therapy Dogs Australia with an initiative to provide comprehensive training options for therapists who are looking to expand in to or further their skills in the field of equine-assisted therapy. Not only are we discussing horses, but the special quality that brumbies, wild horses, can offer in the the animal-assisted field. It's a good one you guys, so get comfortable and enjoy!www.wildathearthorses.com.au / @wild_at.heart_horsesSUBSCRIBE!Interested in studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information or get in touch with us today by emailing [email protected] and one of the Therapy Dogs Australia team will be there to help!Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_dogs_australia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapydogsaus/

Hi Everyone,Welcome to another episode on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast. Today, Sam and I are going to be discussing what services Therapy Dogs Australia has on offer currently. We have some very exciting additions including online puppy, adolescent and adult training classes as well as a self-paced study option for our bigger courses. We'll cover everything you need to know if you're interested in studying with us and give you a good idea where to begin. Grab a cup of tea and we'll get started!Interested in studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information or get in touch with us today by emailing [email protected] and one of the Therapy Dogs Australia team will be there to help!Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_dogs_australia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapydogsaus/

Online Dog Training: Does It Work?Online dog training comes with its own list of pros and cons. From navigating who you should be listening to, and knowing what is something that you can learn online vs what requires face to face training for your dog. Heidi from Dogmanship Training joins us on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast today to weigh in on this discussion. Having worked extensively in the dog training industry, Heidi saw an opportunity to create training courses online in an effort to reach a greater number of dog owners in need of advice. Years later, we now have the privilege of hearing her perspective around online dog training and how it's helped so many people create a better life for their dog. Strap yourselves in and enjoy!Interested in studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information or get in touch with us today by emailing [email protected] and one of the Therapy Dogs Australia team members will be there to help!Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_dogs_australia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapydogsaus/Heidi Hamilton: Dogmanship Training Academy: https://www.dogmanshiptraining.com/Free Intro Workshop: https://www.dogmanshiptraining.com/freeFacebook/Instagram: @dogmanshiptrainingPodcast: https://www.dogmanshiptraining.com/podcasts/dog-training-tips

If you're currently looking for a puppy with the intention of raising them to be a future therapy dog, this is the episode for you. Today on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, we speak with the lovely Tamara, from Whiskey River Ranch about breeding and the important role puppy culture and ENS play when raising puppies. Tam's been involved in the animal world ever since she was young. Having a family so passionate and dedicated to learning and understanding animal behaviour eventually led her to offering animal acupuncture as well as a range of other services including animal nutrition, through the Whiskey River Health Clinic. With the support of her family, a mentor and the breeding community, Whiskey River Retrievers started with the mission of raising healthy, well-adjusted puppies. This is a jam-packed episode, so grab a cup of tea and settle yourself in.Links mentioned in the podcast:Tamara Shead: https://www.whiskeyriverranch.com.au/pages/whiskey-river-retrieversInstagram Handles: @whiskeyriver_retrievers & @whiskeyriver_animal_clinic_Puppy Culture: https://shoppuppyculture.com/Narelle Cook: https://naturalhealthandnutrition.com.au/Interested in studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information or get in touch with us today by emailing [email protected] and one of the Therapy Dogs Australia team will be there to help!Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_dogs_australia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapydogsaus/

So what do Therapy Dogs actually do? Today on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast Sam chats with the wonderful Amy Biggs-Tsoubos. Amy is a generally registered psychologist who works alongside her two super star therapy dogs Harvey and Lola. In this episode, Sam and Amy dive into what their therapy dogs do in sessions with their clients and the unique and special ways in which they help others. This is is good one so take a breath, settle in and enjoy the podcast!Interested in studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information or get in touch with us today by emailing [email protected] and one of the Therapy Dogs Australia team will be there to help!Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_dogs_australia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapydogsaus/

Today on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, Sam and I chat with not one, but two special guests about why we DON'T recommend you take your puppy into a school or workplace environment before they're ready, and the common mistakes we see people making when raising a future therapy dog. Melissa Searle, the Assistant Principal of Movelle Primary School, very kindly agreed to chat with us and share her unique experience after making some of these common socialisation mistakes. In addition, we are also very lucky to have Amy Hodgkinson join the conversation today. Alongside working with Therapy Dogs Australia, Amy is a Psychologist, Teacher and also runs Therapy Dogs in Education. Her valuable insight and experience with her own therapy dogs working in a school environment offers yet another important perspective when it comes to raising therapy dogs. We hope you enjoy the podcast!Interested in studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information or get in touch with us today by emailing [email protected] and one of the Therapy Dogs Australia team will be there to help!Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_dogs_australia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapydogsaus/

In this episode on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, we got to sit down with the lovely Ash Montgomery from Golden Thread Therapy. Ash offers people-centered counseling alongside Beanie, her divine therapy dog. Ash and Beanie did their training with Therapy Dogs Australia so we took a deep dive into discussing the unexpected challenges and lessons learned working as a new therapy dog and handler team. You won't want to miss this one, so let's get into it!For more information or to get in touch with Ash, you can find her on instagram @goldenthread.therapy or visit her website, www.goldenthreadtherapy.com.au today.Interested in studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information.

Today we get to sit down with the fantastic Dr Jane Remington-Gurney, a speech language pathologist who works alongside her wonderful therapy dog Charlotte. In this episode, Jane discusses the benefits of having a therapy dog in her practice, the ways in which Charlotte contributes alongside Jane's communication programs, as well as the fascinating ways in which dogs can teach us how to communicate with each other more effectively.For more information or to get in touch with Jane, you can find her at www.optionsctc.com.auInterested in studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information.