Bernadette Tow had always wanted a dachshund but didn't grow up with dogs. Her husband surprised her about five years ago with the option of bringing home a puppy, and raising Hershey inspired her to learn more about dog training and behavior. After a career switch, she earned a Diploma in Canine Behaviour Science and Technology (Dip. CBST) from CASI (Companion Animal Sciences Institute), and is studying with the Academy for Dog Trainers. She is a co-trainer with Raintown Dog Training in Vancouver, BC, Canada and teaches puppy, basic manners, and tricks classes. She also works part-time at Petite Paws Playcare, which is a small dog daycare. We discussed how she ended up with Hershey, handling reactivity in an apartment, and why she switched careers. Follow Bernadette and Hershey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Hersheytheweenie Telltail Dog Training is a positive reinforcement dog training business based in Little Rock, Arkansas, offering private lessons, group classes, and training walks. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/telltaildog Twitter: https://twitter.com/telltaildog Podcast: https://telltaildog.fireside.fm/ (or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts) Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Special Guest: Bernadette Tow.

Kaylin wasn't looking for a small dog, but when she met Luna, she knew she was the one. They started off with more compulsion-based training, and Luna was having a hard time. When they discovered positive reinforcement, Luna started thriving. Now, they are pupfluencers, showing off their skills under Luna the Trick Dog on Instagram, where they share trick tutorials and enrichment ideas to help other dog parents have the best life with their dogs. Kaylin is also a Certified Trick Dog Instructor, Do More With Your Dog evaluator, and middle school teacher. Follow Kaylin and Luna Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lunathetrickdog/ Telltail Dog Training is a positive reinforcement dog training business based in Little Rock, Arkansas, offering private lessons, group classes, and training walks. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/telltaildog Twitter: https://twitter.com/telltaildog Podcast: https://telltaildog.fireside.fm/ (or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts) Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Special Guest: Kaylin.

Renee Harding joins Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss how she ended up with two extra dogs when she was looking for just one, the struggles she's had with integration and training, and how working with Telltail Dog Training has helped communication between her, her human family, and all three of her pups. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: telltaildogtraining.com Special Guest: Renee Harding.

Certified Trainer Cathy Madson of Preventive Vet joins Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss responsible rehoming. Transcript and additional resources: https://telltaildogtraining.com/rehoming-cathy-madson/ Rehoming Article from Preventive Vet: https://www.preventivevet.com/dogs/rehoming-a-dog Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow Preventive Vet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/preventivevet/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PreventiveVet Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreventiveVet Website: https://www.preventivevet.com/ Check Out Pupstanding Academy Website: https://www.pupstandingacademy.com/ Use my affiliate link and discount code for 25% off: TELLTAIL25 at https://www.pupstandingacademy.com/p/virtual-dog-training-private-sessions?affcode=693540_bbbxqghg. MUST enter the code at checkout. Special Guest: Cathy Madson.

Jenny McCallum joins Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss why she wanted a French bulldog, what happened when she brought home a second one, why she sought out training, and what goals she'd like to work on with Lily and Lola. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: telltaildogtraining.com Special Guest: Jenny McCallum.

Darby Peachman started balanced training with her service dog, Saturn. When a traumatic event caused Saturn to "wash", or have to leave his duties in assistance, Darby started to learn more about body language and training and transitioned into positive reinforcement. She educates on body language and service dog training through her Instagram, MyAnimalPlanets. Transcript coming soon! Follow Darby and Saturn and Nepture Instagram: www.instagram.com/myanimalplanets/ Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: telltaildogtraining.com/ Special Guest: Darby Peachman.

Katie Kasten is the Strategic Partnerships Coordinator for Pet Partners. She and her daughter, Kennedy, have volunteered with Pet Partners for over seven years, and Katie became staff with Pet Partners three years ago. Pet Partners has a proclamation from Pulaski County proclaiming April 30 as National Therapy Animal Day. Follow Pet Partners Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petpartners/ Website: https://petpartners.org/ Central Arkansas Pet Partners Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/579459839351675 Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Special Guest: Katie Kasten.

Hallie Wells, the owner of Lumos Dog Training and Behavior Services, is a service dog and pet behavior expert who started her career as the Puppy Program Manager for a nationally accredited service and guide dog school. In addition to being the owner and head trainer at Lumos, she is a pet trainer with Peach on a Leash with a focus on the VIP Development program and behavior modification. These positions have led her to offer online service dog training services and behavior consultations for dog owners and service dog users beyond the Atlanta area. She is a certified professional dog trainer through The Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers with a focus on providing modern, science-based training. Hallie joined Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss the difference between therapy, guide, service, and emotional support animals, what goes into training assistance dogs and how she helps people who need assistance dogs prepare their dogs for work. Follow Hallie Wells Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lumosdogtraining/ Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/people/Lumos-Dog-Training-and-Behavior-Services/100069016225518/ Website: https://www.lumosdogtraining.com/ Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Special Guest: Hallie Wells.

Hallie Wells, the owner of Lumos Dog Training and Behavior Services, is a service dog and pet behavior expert who started her career as the Puppy Program Manager for a nationally accredited service and guide dog school. In addition to being the owner and head trainer at Lumos, she is a pet trainer with Peach on a Leash with a focus on the VIP Development program and behavior modification. These positions have led her to offer online service dog training services and behavior consultations for dog owners and service dog users beyond the Atlanta area. She is a certified professional dog trainer through The Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers with a focus on providing modern, science-based training. Hallie joined Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss how she became a guide dog trainer and why she started Lumos Dog Training. Follow Hallie Wells Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lumosdogtraining/ Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/people/Lumos-Dog-Training-and-Behavior-Services/100069016225518/ Website: https://www.lumosdogtraining.com/ Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Special Guest: Hallie Wells.

Masina Kakese’s love of dogs began at a young age, surrounded by chickens, cats, and Pugs on three acres of land. She began a professional career with animals through dog walking, and she decided to learn more about behavior and training. She has also fostered, volunteered at local shelters, and worked in kennels and at a doggy daycare. She has continued her education as she launched her own business, Q & A Dog Training, and she’s currently enrolled in The Academy for Dog Trainers. She joined Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss why she started her business, Q & A Dog Training, how she ended up with Q, her 5-year-old Black Lab-Pit Mix, and how she navigates an unregulated industry. Follow Masina Kakese Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/q.a.dogtraining/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QA-Dog-Training-105436751417962 Website: https://www.qandadogtraining.com/ Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Special Guest: Masina Kakese.

Karen B. London, Ph.D., is a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist and Certified Professional Dog Trainer. She specializes in working with dogs with serious behavioral issues, including aggression. Karen writes the animal column for the Arizona Daily Sun and is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Northern Arizona University. She joined Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss her 2011 book, Love Has No Age Limit, her more recently published Treat Everyone Like a Dog, her training journey, and how she manages and advises kids and dogs and their families, especially with older rescue pups. Follow Karen London, PhD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karen.london.dog.behavior/ The Wildest: https://www.thewildest.com/dog-behavior/does-your-dog-have-greeting-disorder The Bark: https://thebark.com/category/author/karen-b-london Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/

Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner Damelle A. Morgan Sr. of Tip Top Breedz Dog Training joins Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to share his training journey, his top tips for keeping a puppy safe, the importance of teaching kids and dogs to respect one another, why he loves bully breeds, and the chance TV commercial that got him on the path to becoming a dog trainer. Follow Tip Top Breedz Dog Training Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiptopbreedzdogtraining/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedogtrainer86/ Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Special Guest: Damelle A. Morgan Sr. .

Marge Rogers and Eileen Anderson co-wrote the book, Puppy Socialization, a wonderful resource that includes chapters on body language, video resources, and how to socialize without access to other dogs. They came on the Telltail Dog Training podcast to share how they met, why they wrote the book, and the feedback they've gotten so far. Puppy Socialization Website: https://puppysocialization.com Follow Marge Rogers Website: https://rewardedbehaviorcontinues.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RewardedBehaviorContinues YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MargeRogersCPDTKA Follow Eileen Anderson Website: https://eileenanddogs.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Eileenanddogs/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eileenanddogs/ Telltail Dog Training is a positive reinforcement dog training business based in Little Rock, Arkansas, offering private lessons, group classes, and training walks. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/telltaildog Twitter: https://twitter.com/telltaildog Podcast: https://telltaildog.fireside.fm/ (or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts) Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Special Guests: Eileen Anderson and Marge Rogers.

Certified Trainer Miranda Hitchcock of Every Dog Austin joins Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to share her training journey, why she believes everyone deserves access to quality, safe dog training, how she began her nonprofit, kids and dogs and reducing bite risk, behavior vs. training, and so much more. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow Every Dog Austin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydogaustin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryDogAustin/ Website: https://www.everydogaustin.org/ Special Guest: Miranda Hitchcock.

It's time to discuss babies and dogs! This is part one of a series. Trigger warning: child loss is discussed. Board-certified behavior analyst and a long-time dog owner Lauren Haley joins Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss getting her pitbull, MJ, ready for her baby, and the management she learned and implemented. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow MJ Watson Barker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mjwatsonbarker/ Philly Unleashed Article: https://phillyunleashed.com/mj-barker/ Special Guest: Lauren Haley.

Certified Trainer Nicole Skeehan of Philly Unleashed and Uluru Virtual Dog Training joins Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss how she became a trainer and how she developed Uluru Dog Training -- along with Uluru's story, the dog that inspired it all. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow Philly Unleashed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phillyunleashed/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhillyUnleashed/ Website: https://phillyunleashed.com/ Follow Uluru Virtual Dog Training Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ulurutraining/ Website: https://www.ulurutraining.com/ Special Guest: Nicole Larocco-Skeehan.

Certified Trainer Cathy Madson of Preventive Vet joins Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss how to prevent and manage resource guarding in puppies. Preventive Vet Resource Guarding Article: https://www.preventivevet.com/dogs/resource-guarding-in-dogs Chirag Patel Drop It: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndTiVOCNY4M Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow Preventive Vet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/preventivevet/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PreventiveVet Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreventiveVet Website: https://www.preventivevet.com/ Special Guest: Cathy Madson.

Certified Trainer Cathy Madson of Preventive Vet joins Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss how she became a dog trainer, why Preventive Vet created a position just for her, and how teen dogs can be even more challenging than puppies. Preventive Vet Resource Guarding Article: https://www.preventivevet.com/dogs/resource-guarding-in-dogs Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow Preventive Vet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/preventivevet/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PreventiveVet Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreventiveVet Website: https://www.preventivevet.com/ Special Guest: Cathy Madson.

Certified Trainer Juliana DeWillems of JW Dog Training is back, joining Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to talk puppies and what behaviors are totally normal and what behaviors need some help. We go over chewing/nipping, socialization, and potty training and how early training can help deter leash reactivity in adolescent dogs. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow JWDT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jwdogtraining/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jwdogtrainingandbehavior Website: https://www.jwdogtraining.com/ Additional Podcast Episodes Juliana's training journey: https://telltaildog.fireside.fm/24 Dana's discussion on puppies: https://telltaildog.fireside.fm/23 Dana's training journey and puppy tips: https://telltaildog.fireside.fm/18 Special Guest: Juliana DeWillems.

Certified Trainer Juliana DeWillems of JW Dog Training joins Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss how she became a dog trainer, why and how she started JW Dog Training, and why she considers certifications important to the industry while holding four of her own. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow JWDT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jwdogtraining/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jwdogtrainingandbehavior Website: https://www.jwdogtraining.com/ Additional Resources Every Dog Austin: https://www.instagram.com/everydogaustin/ History of Dominance Theory: https://dogbizsuccess.com/danger-dominance-theory/ Dr. David Mech Adjustment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNtFgdwTsbU Wikipedia Alpho Roll: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alpha_roll Special Guest: Juliana DeWillems.

Join certified dog trainers Dana Falsetta of Animal Welfare Society and Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss how Dana ended up with Link and how she handles his socialization, fear periods, and training. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow AWS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aws.maine/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AWSKennebunk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AWSKennebunk AWS Teacher's Pets: https://www.facebook.com/AWSTeachersPets/ Website: https://animalwelfaresociety.org/ https://telltaildogtraining.com/dana/ Special Guest: Dana Falsetta.

Join Taylor McDonald of Bindi's Bucket List and Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss enrichment in this third installment. Taylor found that her social media attempt to document the growth of her puppies exploded overnight. A year later, she shares how she researches, why she started doing enrichment with her pups, and how she manages the demands of her day job and social media work. Resources Second dog: https://www.bindisbucketlist.com/post/to-add-a-dog-or-not-to-add-a-dog-what-i-wish-people-would-ve-asked-me-before-adding-a-second Non-Food Enrichment: https://www.bindisbucketlist.com/post/dog-enrichment-toy-type-recommendations https://www.bindisbucketlist.com/post/non-food-related-enrichment-for-dogs-part-1-includes-videos-tips-and-diy-options Studies on Enrichment: https://www.bindisbucketlist.com/post/5-canine-enrichment-studies-resources-what-science-tells-us-about-enrichment Canine Enrichment FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/137561280156280 Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow Bindi's Bucket List Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bindisbucketlist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bindisbucketlist/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bindisbucketlist? Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/bindisbucketlist/ Special Guest: Taylor McDonald.

Join certified trainers Erika Gonzalez of From Dusk Till Dog and Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss enrichment in this second installment. Erika became a dog trainer about ten years ago when she brought home her pup, Jade. She ended leaving a corporate career to build her business, and she uses her public relations experience with her large online following, including her popular TikTok account. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow Erika Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FromDuskTillDog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fromdusktilldog/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FromDuskTillDog Website: https://www.fromdusktilldog.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FromDuskTillDog TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fromdusktilldog/ Special Guest: Erika Gonzalez.

Join certified dog trainers Elizabeth Silverstein and Vivian Pineda as they discuss working with small dogs, how to consider what small dog you'd like to bring home, and consent handling. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow Vivian Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chihuahuasandmicheladas/ Business Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impetusanimaltraining/ Special Guest: Vivian Pineda.

Join Kate Hosier and certified dog trainer Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss enrichment in this first installment. Kate and her husband, Ben, brought home the boys first: Huckleberry and Tom. Then they brought home Pepper Potts. Kate documents their rescue, training, and enrichment journey with their three dogs on Instagram at The.Ohosiers and on Tiktok with Pepperpottomus, where Pepper is starting to earn her keep. Vote for Kate for 2022’s Pinups for Pitbulls: https://my.360photocontest.com/2022pin.../entryDetails/17725. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow Kate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.ohosiers/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pepperpottomus Other Resources Bindis Bucket List: https://www.instagram.com/bindisbucketlist/ Dogminded: https://www.instagram.com/Dogminded/ A Canine Affinity: https://www.instagram.com/ACanineAffinity/ FB Group Canine Enrichment: https://www.facebook.com/groups/canineenrichment Special Guest: Kate Hosier.

Join certified dog trainers Cassi Bee of Philly Unleashed and Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss how Cassi became a dog trainer, how she developed her website, https://www.diydoggo.com/, and some tips on selecting a trainer and training methods. Cassi wanted to add: Buzzwords imply ideologies (balanced, force free) but certifications indicate clearly the type of training and/or testing someone has completed to gain the certification (cpdt, fear free). That said, non-certified trainers can sometimes be better fit for folks than certified trainers based on their ideology, certification, and experience. Always do your research and ask questions and remember, you are your dog’s advocate. Resources CCPDT LIMA: https://www.ccpdt.org/about-us/least-intrusive-minimally-aversive-lima-effective-behavior-intervention-policy/ IAABC Position Statements (Includes dominance theory): https://m.iaabc.org/about/position-statements/ Fear Free Pets Animal Trainer Certification Program: https://fearfreepets.com/fear-free-animal-trainer-certification-program-overview/ Dr. Sophia Yin on Dominance: https://drsophiayin.com/philosophy/dominance/ Follow Cassi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phillyunleashed/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diy.doggo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sjunleashed/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhillyUnleashed/ Website: https://www.diydoggo.com/ Website: https://www.phillyunleashed.com/ Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Blog post: https://telltaildogtraining.com/training-methods/ Special Guest: Cassi Bee.

Join certified dog trainers Dana Falsetta of Animal Welfare Society and Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss how Dana became a dog trainer, what she does at the shelter, and some tips on becoming a dog trainer and bringing home a puppy. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow AWS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aws.maine/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AWSKennebunk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AWSKennebunk AWS Teacher's Pets: https://www.facebook.com/AWSTeachersPets/ Website: https://animalwelfaresociety.org/ https://telltaildogtraining.com/dana/ https://telltaildogtraining.com/alphabet-soup/ Special Guest: Dana Falsetta.

Join Kim Brewer and certified dog trainer Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss pandemic pups, why they brought home Louie, and what they've learned with their second schnauzer. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow Kim Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brewer_kim/ Website: https://www.kimbrewerart.com/ Follow Philly Unleashed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phillyunleashed/ Website: https://phillyunleashed.com/ Blog post: https://telltaildogtraining.com/pandemic/ Special Guest: Kim Brewer.

Join certified trainers Alicia Harantshuck of Philly Unleashed and Comfort Caring Canines and Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss pandemic pups, why Alicia wanted to do the series, and what she's learned along the way. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow Alicia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phillyhotdogs/ Follow Philly Unleashed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phillyunleashed/ Blog post: https://telltaildogtraining.com/pandemic/ Special Guest: Alicia Harantshuck.

Join Denise LaMarra and certified dog trainer Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training for a pandemic puppy story and how they brought Louie home. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Blogpost: https://telltaildogtraining.com/pandemic/ Special Guest: Denise LaMarra.

I failed the first time I took the certification exam. I was not in a good headspace. Plus, I needed to study a bit more. Here's why I tried again. Cited in the episode: * Karen Pryor Academy: https://karenpryoracademy.com/ * Ken Ramirez: https://www.amazon.com/Better-Together-Collected-Wisdom-Trainers/dp/1890948500 * Association of Professional Dog Trainers: https://apdt.com/ * APDT Career Resource Center: https://apdt.com/resource-center/career/ * International Association of Canine Professionals: https://www.canineprofessionals.com/ * Animal Behavior College: https://www.animalbehaviorcollege.com/dog-trainer/ * Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers: http://www.ccpdt.org/ * Trainers vs. Behaviorists: https://www.thesprucepets.com/dog-trainers-versus-behaviorists-1118258 More from Telltail Dog Training: http://telltaildogtraining.com/ https://www.instagram.com/telltaildog/ https://www.facebook.com/telltaildog/ https://twitter.com/telltaildog

Join Dr. Marlow Ball of SOMA Animal Clinic and certified dog trainer Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training for an update to what we know about the pandemic. Podcast quality is a little rough this go around, but the information is pretty solid. Follow SOMA Animal Clinic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/somaanimalclinic/ Website: http://somaanimalclinic.com/ Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Blog posts: https://telltaildogtraining.com/pandemic-pups-part-one/ https://telltaildogtraining.com/pandemic/ Special Guest: Dr. Marlow Ball.

Follow Seven Rising Studio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sevenrisingstudio/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sevenrisingstudio/ Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Blog post is coming soon! Special Guest: Julie Gayler.

Join Elizabeth of Telltail Dog and Dawn of OdinPup (https://www.instagram.com/odinpup/) for a look into the handful that is Odin. Dawn's familiar with being severely embarrassed by her dog -- and she's a dog trainer. Tools and methods mentioned in the podcast are linked below through the blog post. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Excerpt: Odin's personality continued to emerge, and Dawn and Mark weren’t sure they’d be able to keep him. “I would say that there’s probably a lot of reactive dog owners who feel that they have the wrong dog,” Dawn said. “And I would say that they probably don’t, they just haven’t figured out the language yet, but at the same time, I’ve been there. I felt the same way. We were worried that if we couldn’t figure it out, we’d have to find Odin a new home because we weren’t the right home for him." Then Odin scared Mark, who had been bitten by a dog the year before. Odin latched onto his arm, tugging. “We thought it was aggression,” Dawn said. “I was like, ‘Oh my god, we have to go put this dog down because he just bit my husband.’ Turns out, he had literally no idea what to do with his mouth. He was so overstimulated and he’s a reactive dog who was like, ‘Oh we’re playing tug now? Let’s play tug REALLY HARD.’" They had some hard discussions and then reached out to Dana Falsetta, a close friend of Mark’s and a dog trainer and then a manager with Philly Unleashed. “She fielded a lot of phone calls from us at 10, 11 o’clock at night in tears, because we just didn’t know what to do,” Dawn shared. “I wasn’t a trainer yet. I had no idea. I was reading all of the books, reading all of the articles. It was a very intense year.” Read more: https://telltaildogtraining.com/embarrassed-we-got-a-handful/ Special Guest: Dawn Heiderscheidt.

Join certified dog trainers Elizabeth Silverstein and Vivian Pineda as they discuss her training journey, how she narrowed her training focus, and what advice she has for folks who want to become dog trainers. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow Vivian Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chihuahuasandmicheladas/ Business Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impetusanimaltraining/ Special Guest: Vivian Pineda.

It all comes down to methods, personality, and certifications. You deserve a nice trainer, and I view a nice trainer as: * Actively listening. This means asking questions and hearing you without jumping to respond. * Acknowledging the good things you’ve done with your dog and the hard work that you’ve put in so far. * Finding a method that works for you and your dog. * Explaining what they’re doing, why they’re doing it, and showing you how to do it. * Exercising appropriate boundaries. Cited in the episode: CCPDT LIMA Policy: https://www.ccpdt.org/about-us/least-intrusive-minimally-aversive-lima-effective-behavior-intervention-policy/ Telltail Dog Treats Handout: https://telltaildogtraining.com/class-handout-treats/ More from Telltail Dog Training: http://telltaildogtraining.com/ https://www.instagram.com/telltaildog/ https://www.facebook.com/telltaildog/ https://twitter.com/telltaildog

Join Elizabeth of Telltail Dog and Lauren of EmpathNDrake (https://www.instagram.com/empathndrake/) for a candid discussion on reactivity, repression, and training methods. Lauren tried everything after her pitbull Drake developed reactive behaviors when he was seven months old. EmpathNDrake: https://www.instagram.com/empathndrake/ OdinPup: https://www.instagram.com/odinpup/ John Is For the Dogs: https://www.instagram.com/john.is.for.the.dogs/ Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Excerpt: Previously, when he looked at another dog, he’d get a correction because a look would lead to a reaction. If he was tense walking down the hallway, he was supposed to get a correction. If he was on edge at all, he’d get a correction. “He was constantly being stimmed,” Lauren shared. “It was so unfair. … It felt like we were constantly in conflict.” Now, she tries to honor him and work on building him up. When he looks at another dog, she can tell if it’s curiosity or about to lead to a reaction. By inviting him to look at her instead, she can let him know he’s safe. Lauren also manages Drake’s behavior by: Giving him as much space as possible. If anyone is walking towards them, she uses space to manage his reactions and reward him for eye contact. Knowing his thresholds. (https://www.whole-dog-journal.com/behavior/5-things-to-know-about-a-dogs-threshold/) A threshold is just the point where a dog has engaged in fight, freeze, or flight, and may struggle to think or process his surroundings. This is where a dog won’t take treats or can’t focus. Avoiding trigger stacking. (https://pawsandreward.com/trigger-stacking-your-dogs-threshold/). Trigger stacking just means a dog is unable to recover from the stress of reacting to a trigger before facing a new trigger. This means reactions get more and more intense as the dog gets overwhelmed. Utilizing decompression walks. (https://www.dogmindedboston.com/blog/2019/5/27/the-life-changing-power-of-decompression-walks) These sorts of walks allow for freedom of movement and engagement for dogs, allowing them to use their nose and mind and thus ultimately recover from any triggers. As a result, they’re much more mentally able to face any new challenges or triggers. Read more: https://telltaildogtraining.com/embarrassed-the-only-reactive-pitbull-in-atlanta/ Special Guest: Lauren.

Article by Nicole Skeehan of Philly Unleashed: https://spotonfence.com/blogs/training-tips/dogs-who-cant-play-with-other-dogs. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Excerpt: It’s tempting to be embarrassed about that, too. My dog isn’t a "cool dog". He’s a dog with a distinct personality and likes and dislikes. He’s growled at people for picking him up. Also embarrassing. But he’s never growled at me for picking him up, and we have a special cue for it when I do. Everyone else has done it without his permission, and he let them know. It can feel particularly embarrassing when: * Your dog is particular about other dogs or doesn’t like other dogs or * Your dog doesn’t like all people or most people or * Your dog has triggers that have to be managed. I get all of that. I’ve experienced it with not only Jeeves, but with other dogs I’ve lived with. He’s the one that taught me that I need to advocate for him. If I had told the people not to pick him up, he wouldn’t have had to use his voice to do it. He doesn’t have to be okay with just anyone grabbing him.

I wanted to share that classes start in July and address some additional things. The rescue series is continuing: 1. Beyond Finding Homes: https://telltaildogtraining.com/beyond-finding-homes-rescue-in-arkansas/ 2. They'll Surprise You: https://telltaildogtraining.com/theyll-surprise-you-rescue-in-arkansas/ Stay tuned for the third one! More from Telltail Dog Training: http://telltaildogtraining.com/ https://www.instagram.com/telltaildog/ https://www.facebook.com/telltaildog/ https://twitter.com/telltaildog

I decided to adopt a rescue dog! Meet Inky. Plus, I share some potty training tips. I'll start the rescue series this week, and I'll be sharing some more fun collaborations soon! Read more at https://telltaildogtraining.com/meet-inky-potty-training-tips/. YouTube: https://youtu.be/2VoMtZyKyyY Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/meet-inky-potty-training-tips/ More from Telltail Dog Training: http://telltaildogtraining.com/ https://www.instagram.com/telltaildog/ https://www.facebook.com/telltaildog/ https://twitter.com/telltaildog

Things over here at Telltail Dog Training in Little Rock have been mostly at a standstill, but I've been able to work on some cool things despite social distancing. After a consulting project with CARE for Animals, I decided to do a fundraiser for them AND launch a rescue series I'd been working on for a pet magazine. The rescue series will start next week, featuring rescuers from around the state. For now, I have ten spots available for $10 each. To reserve, go to https://www.paypal.com/fundraiser/charity/120000 and select "Other." Send me the confirmation through email at Info@telltaildogtraining.com or text at 501-500-4685 by Monday, May 18, and within three business days, I'll send you a digital copy of your drawing. When it's safe to do so, the physical copies will be available at CARE in the Heights for you to pick up. More from CARE: https://www.careforanimals.org/ https://www.facebook.com/careforanimals98/ https://twitter.com/care4animals https://www.instagram.com/carearkansas/ More from Telltail Dog Training: http://telltaildogtraining.com/ https://www.instagram.com/telltaildog/ https://www.facebook.com/telltaildog/ https://twitter.com/telltaildog

The pandemic sweeping the nation has brought dog training to a halt, as a lot of what we do can involve frequent contact with people. Instead, I, your host of Telltail Dog and a friendly central Arkansas dog trainer, Elizabeth Silverstein, decided to chat with Dr. Marlow Ball about what's going on at the moment and how to prepare if you do need to quarantine with your pets. This was recorded on Monday, and today's Thursday, and already things have changed. Stay calm and call your veterinarian. Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists 11619 Pleasant Ridge Rd, Little Rock, AR 72212 (501) 224-3784 After Hour Animal Hospital 290 Smokey Ln, North Little Rock, AR 72117 (501) 955-0911 More from SoMa Animal Clinic: http://somaanimalclinic.com/ https://www.facebook.com/somaanimalclinic More from Telltail Dog Training: http://telltaildogtraining.com/ https://www.instagram.com/telltaildog/ https://www.facebook.com/telltaildog/ https://twitter.com/telltaildog Special Guest: Dr. Marlow Ball.

I'm Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training, which is based in the Little Rock area. Every week, I'll be sharing interviews with local experts and my own personal stories of how I became a dog trainer and what I've learned along the way. This week is all about my childhood dog, Sheba. A starting point to learn about puppy mills: https://www.humanesociety.org/all-our-fights/stopping-puppy-mills More about my family, and the story of my sister's death: https://www.instagram.com/emblemofourhouse/ https://hewandweld.com/emblem-of-our-house-car/ Music for the podcast and video provided by Jim Ciago of Seven Second Chance/Nomad Neighbors: https://www.facebook.com/nomadneighbors/ https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/seven-second-chance/id381229997 https://open.spotify.com/artist/7McR3f35BAU8llMUnEWGqE More from Telltail Dog Training: http://telltaildogtraining.com/ https://www.instagram.com/telltaildog/ https://www.facebook.com/telltaildog/ https://twitter.com/telltaildog

Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training remembers bringing home her puppy seven years ago. This was four years before she became a dog trainer, and she wrote down some questions to ask her veterinarian. She found those questions tucked away in a puppy book years later, and she realized that others might not know what questions to ask their trainer and what questions to ask their veterinarian. She sat down with Dr. Ball to discuss some things to keep in mind before and after bringing home a new puppy, including vaccinations, food, and training. Special Guest: Dr. Marlow Ball.

Join certified trainers Alicia Harantshuck and Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to discuss her approach to shy dogs, the workshops she's developed, and the article she wrote for the IAABC journal on handling shy dogs in a group class setting. The article: https://iaabcjournal.org/shy-dog-class/ Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow Alicia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phillyhotdogs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alicia.harantschuk Special Guest: Alicia Harantshuck.

Kassidi Jones, the human behind the popular gingers_naps Instagram account, joins Elizabeth Silverstein of Telltail Dog Training to share her experience going viral, how she navigates the negativity and demands, how her studies impact her content, and the amount of joy that Ginger brings to her life and how well they compliment each other. She is a published poet and a PhD candidate at Yale University. She has gone viral with her content that covers everything from average dog owner questions, like where to find the best spots to bathe your dog, to in-depth research on dog industry topics like breed specific legislation. Follow Ginger and Kassidi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gingersnaps/ Some of the posts, including those on breed specific legislation: https://www.instagram.com/p/Ck9RgsBJlEN/ https://www.instagram.com/p/CkMG6KipdeP/ https://www.instagram.com/p/CiUCQKJLNo/ https://www.instagram.com/p/Cc6CM6SpXkB/ https://www.instagram.com/p/CZkqHip5Xg/ https://www.instagram.com/gingersnaps/ Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Special Guest: Kassidi Jones .

Renee Harding is back sharing her experience handling her three pups, Bob, Diesel, and Bonnie. She shares their daily schedule, the importance of bonding over nap time, and what she wishes she knew before adopting two young dogs within a few days of each other. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Special Guest: Renee Harding.

Meaghan Karney joins Elizabeth to discuss fostering and multiple dog integration. She has three pups of her own, Moose, Izzy, & Stella, and fosters Emma, a pup available for adoption through Arkansans Assisting Homeless Animals and the Little Pink Shelter. Meaghan is always happy to share her fostering experience and wants to get the word out how fostering saves lives. Arkansas Assisting Homeless Animals - https://www.aaharescue.com/ Little Pink Shelter out of Connecticut - https://www.pinkshelter.com/ Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Special Guest: Meaghan Karney.

Kate Hosier is back to discuss all things Tom, Huck, and Pepper Potts in the first installment focused on managing multiple dogs. Kate shares how she integrated Pepper in with the boys, some mishaps that happened along the way, and how she makes sure they get their individual time and training with her. Follow Telltail Dog Instagram: instagram.com/telltaildog/ Facebook: facebook.com/telltaildog/ Twitter: twitter.com/telltaildog Website: https://telltaildogtraining.com/ Follow Kate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.ohosiers/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pepperpottomus Special Guest: Kate Hosier.