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Shaped by Dog with Susan Garrett

Susan Garrett

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Frequency: 1 episode/5d. Total Eps: 378

Susan Garrett, world-renowned dog trainer, multi-time champion of dog agility, and leading educator on all things canine shares everything related to dogs! Susan understands dog behaviour and wants you and your dog to have the best life together possible.

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How Vito's Thinking Games Will Transform Your Dog Training #281

Episode 281

Friday, August 16, 2024 • Duration 18:16

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Want an easy, fun way to boost your dog's skills, strengthen your bond, and lay the foundation for advanced training while having fun? Look no further than Vito's Thinking Game! I'm sharing how to play and why it has so much power. Whether you're a seasoned dog trainer or a first-time puppy or rescue dog owner, this game is perfect for dogs of all ages and skill levels.

In this episode you'll hear:

• How Vito's Game builds your dog's focus and confidence.
• A step-by-step guide to playing Vito's Game with your dog.
• The benefits of letting your dog make training decisions.
• Tips to adapt Vito's Game to any dog's personality.
• How Vito's Game reduces the need for your constant intervention.
• Why Vito's Game is perfect for every dog and trainer.
• How one easy game gives your dog multiple skills.

Resources:

1. Podcast Episode 151: How Location Specific Reinforcement Markers Will Improve Your Dog Training! - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/151/
2. Podcast Episode 174: Dopamine In Dog Training: Anticipation, Rewards, And The Transfer Of Value - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/174/
3. YouTube Playlist: Dog Training Games with Susan Garrett - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy2TzttCtZVFwzwMGayAsaYe
4. Podcast Episode 276: What No One Tells You About The Best Place To Train Your Puppy Or Rescue Dog - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/276/
5. Podcast Episode 191: Get Your Dog To Calm Down With This Common Sense Protocol For Relaxation - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/191/
6. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/tIEhIhQOWyI

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The Boost Button For Dog Training Happiness: Activate Your Mind's Superpowers #280

Episode 280

Friday, August 9, 2024 • Duration 17:09

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Imagine there's a secret booster button we could press, and our dog would suddenly turn into a superhero, and we'd have dog training superpowers. Guess what? I've got that booster button for you, and am sharing how to activate it. It all starts with being present to our presence, hacking for our self talk, and knowing a simple exercise to instantly shift our emotional state. Each of us has a mind capable of brilliance! And with a few little tweaks, we can all unleash that mindset power to make dog training better.

In this episode you'll hear:

• How to activate your inner booster button.
• What my friend, Simon Bowen means by "Being present to your presence."
• The importance of understanding belief loops.
• An easy exercise for mindset shifts leading to better results.
• How Self Talk and Pup Talk influence your dog training.
• Why words elevate your training sessions and strengthen your bond with your dog.
• The connection between emotional regulation and successful training.
• How following mentors and role models can grow your skills.
• Techniques to overcome self-doubt and maintain confidence in your training.
• The three biggest gifts you can give your dog.
• Steps to take action to get what you want with your dog.
• "Do the Thing" with inspiration from a poem.

Resources:

1. The Wisdom of… Show with Simon Bowen - https://thesimonbowen.com/show/
2. Podcast Episode 8: Get Your Dog in the Belief Loop of Awesome - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/8/ 3. Poem at Strangest Loop: "Things That Aren't Doing the Thing" - 4. YouTube Playlist: The Heart / Mind Connection Side of Dog Training with Susan Garrett - 5. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube -

Structure Your Dog Training To Create Food Drive In Your Treat Fussy Dog #271

Episode 271

Wednesday, April 17, 2024 • Duration 16:29

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If you are trying to train a dog who is fussy about food, or if you know someone who is in that situation, you may think, "this dog training is never going to work." And you know, you're probably right! Training will be a challenge unless you have something of great value for the dog. We're continuing our focus on how to create food drive with a look at how to structure your dog training to get a transfer of value from things your dog loves to any treat.

In this episode you'll hear:

• Essential strategies for boosting your dog's food drive.
• The importance of exercise beyond a simple walk for your dog's overall well-being.
• How restraint recalls can change your dog's physiology and attitude towards nutrition.
• Tips for identifying high-value treats that will excite your dog's taste buds and enhance training.
• Strategies for experimenting with various types of treats for your dog.
• That patience and playing the long game are assets to boost your dog's food drive.
• An introduction to the Premack Principle and how it can be applied to training treats.
• Why to celebrate success and avoid cheerleading your dog.
• The reason to borrow from the way rabbits behave around a dog.

Resources:

1. Podcast Episode 269: Why Do Some Dogs Seem to Have Less Food Drive Than Others – 10 Reasons to Consider - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/269/
2. YouTube Video: 15 Ways To Exercise Your Dog - https://youtu.be/SsQY6nm6E30
3. Podcast Episode 147: Teach Your Dog To Listen Off Leash And Far Away - 4. Sniffspot.com - 5. Podcast Episode 191: Get Your Dog To Calm Down With This Common Sense Protocol For Relaxation - 6. Podcast Episode 59: Why Your Treats Aren't Working for Your Dog - 7. Podcast Episode 179: Help For Dogs Refusing Treats: Case Study With Training Plan - 8. Podcast Episode 177: Dog Training Outside The Box: Transfer Of Value Case Study - 9. Podcast Episode 90: Premack, Dog Training and Transfer of Value - 10. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube -

Goals, Challenges And Joy: Reflections On The Canadian World Team Dog Agility Tryouts With This! #270

Episode 270

Friday, April 12, 2024 • Duration 15:19

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This episode is all about my girl This! with reflections on this year's Canadian Dog Agility World Team Tryouts. You are all part of Team This! and I'm sharing my goals, challenges, and joys. These same things can relate to whatever you're going through with your own dog. Never give up. At 20 months of age This! didn't even want to wrap a cone or do a tunnel. We've come a long way, and the story continues.

In this episode you'll hear:

• An update on my Border Collie This! and our story so far.
• A debrief of our 2024 Canadian Dog Agility World Team tryouts.
• The 3 goals I had for the weekend at the tryouts.
• Why This!'s weave pole and dogwalk performance indicates her joy factor.
• How each of our five runs together at the tryouts went.
• Why we need to focus on fun and joy for any challenge with our dogs.
• Reflections on reviewing our dog training processes rather than our goals.
• Gratitude to everyone who tunes into Shaped by Dog for supporting Team This!

Resources:

1. Podcast Episode 206: First Dog Agility Competition: Creating Joy For This! By Maximizing Reinforcement - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/206/
2. Podcast Episode 254: Why Your Older Puppy Or Dog Is Not House Trained And What To Do About It - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/254/
3. YouTube Playlist: Reactive or Aggressive Dogs: Key Insights with Susan Garrett - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy0Tbd6ZybIXgJk3mtpBLLk7 4. Podcast Episode 240: Stop Barking Dogs! Step-By-Step Action Plan And Anti-Bark Strategies To Avoid - 5. Podcast Episode 44: Using Coincidences and Positive Associations in Dog Training - 6. Podcast Episode 203: Reactive, Unmotivated and Fearful: Finding Resiliency For This! Beyond Dog Training Part 1 - 7. Podcast Episode 204: Dog Behavior And Diet: Recovery For This! Beyond Dog Training Part 2 - 8. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube -

Why Do Some Dogs Seem To Have Less Food Drive Than Others - 10 Reasons To Consider #269

Episode 269

Wednesday, April 3, 2024 • Duration 14:45

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How can I train my dog if they're not interested in food? That's a question I'm often asked, and before we get to the how, we need to look at the why! A dog not really wanting to take food is something I've experienced from time to time. I'm covering the top ten reasons why a dog might have low food drive and not be motivated by training treats as a reinforcer.

In this episode you'll hear:

• About my experiences with dogs not interested in food.
• Why singleton puppies might have low food drive.
• The impact of a dog's anxiety or fear.
• Why highly stimulated or over aroused dogs might not take treats.
• That a dog's disinterest in food might be a sign of pain or discomfort.
• About the importance of good food hygiene for dogs.
• The impact of too little activity on a dog's food drive.
• Why to consider your dog's value for the treats you are using.
• What's important about the way you are presenting treats to your dog.
• How overfeeding dogs can lead to disinterest in training treats.
• A test to try, but consult with your Veterinarian first!
• That food refusal can become a reinforced behavior for dogs.

Resources:

1. DogsThat YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/dogsthat
2. Podcast Episode 179: Help For Dogs Refusing Treats: Case Study With Training Plan - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/179/
3. Podcast Episode 90: Premack, Dog Training and Transfer of Value - 4. Podcast Episode 218: Puppy Development Stages And Your Dog's Behavior - 5. Podcast Episode 191: Get Your Dog To Calm Down With This Common Sense Protocol For Relaxation - 6. Podcast Episode 203: Reactive, Unmotivated and Fearful: Finding Resiliency For This! Beyond Dog Training Part 1 - 7. Podcast Episode 204: Dog Behavior And Diet: Recovery For This! Beyond Dog Training Part 2 - 8. Podcast Episode 252: The Raw Feeding Guide To Training Your Dog With All Forms Of Treats - 9. YouTube Video: 15 Ways To Exercise Your Dog - 10. Podcast Episode 92: Avoid This Big Mistake When Feeding Your Dog - 11. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube -

Training Thresholds: A Strategy For Balancing The Emotions Of Anxious Or Over Excited Dogs #268

Episode 268

Wednesday, March 27, 2024 • Duration 14:52

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How many thresholds does your dog cross a day? It could be a physical or emotional threshold. Training thresholds are important to understand, and thresholds can explain why some dogs seem anxious and refuse to budge, and others get way overexcited. I've got tips to help dogs with balancing emotions to cross any type of threshold with calm, thoughtful focus. You'll also get a peek at what I discovered about my puppy Prophet's excitement with a see-saw and how I'm counterconditioning the stimulus.

In this episode you'll hear:

• About understanding thresholds as emotional states that dogs experience.
• The different types of thresholds: positive, neutral, and unpleasant.
• Examples of thresholds such as entering new environments, or going to specific places like a training class or vet's office.
• The importance of observing and managing a dog's emotional state when crossing thresholds.
• Strategies for managing extreme reactions at thresholds, such as overexcitement or fear.
• How to implement relaxation protocols and counter conditioning to create a more desirable behavior.
• Why you need patience and consistency in training to modify a dog's response to thresholds over time.
• My puppy Prophet's See-Saw (Teeter) obsession and counterconditioning the stimulus.
• What to do for calm, focused behavior when crossing thresholds.
• The importance of being present and proactive in managing thresholds and behaviors.

Resources:

1. Podcast Episode 258: Training Plan For Hyper Excited Dogs: Play The Threshold Game For Calm Focus - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/258/ 2. YouTube Playlist: The Emotional State of Dogs with Susan Garrett - 3. Podcast Episode 245: Make Dog Training Easy! Quick Guide To Antecedent Arrangements - 4. Podcast Episode 132: All The Things Your Dog Hates And How To Fix Them - 5. YouTube Video: Vet Visits For Dogs: How To Create A Positive Experience For Everyone - 6. YouTube Video: Understanding Your Dog's Reinforcement Zone (RZ) with Susan Garrett - 7. Podcast Episode 63: 3 Easy Tricks Every Dog Should Know - 8. Podcast Episode 4: T.E.M.P. (Tail, Eyes/Ears, Mouth, Posture) - 9. Podcast Episode 157: Dog Body Language: Understanding Canine Communication Signals And Emotions - 10. Podcast Episode 165: Why Do Dogs Bark In Cars And How To Stop It - 11. Podcast Episode 191: Get Your Dog To Calm Down With This Common Sense Protocol For Relaxation - 12. Podcast Episode 266: Hot Zone And Stays – How One Dog Training Nuance Can Fix Anxiety And Duration - 13. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube -

How To Use A Training Den To Fast Track Your Dog's Success: No Space? No Problem! #267

Episode 267

Friday, March 22, 2024 • Duration 13:56

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What if I told you that the secret to unlocking your dog's success lies within the walls of your own home? I've been using a training den for many years, and so have my students. I'm covering how to use a training den to fast track your dog's success and confidence, what I keep in my training den, and why it creates a bond with dogs and helps them love training. The good feelings you create for your dog in your training den transfer to the training, which transfers to you, and you can generalize that to other places. And don't worry if you don't have much space; everyone can create an environment for learning success.

In this episode you'll hear:

• About the importance of identifying ideal training environments for dogs.
• The goal of training sessions: build and maintain confidence while we build and maintain behavior.
• Why we need to tailor the training environment to the dog's age and stage.
• Where and how to create a dedicated training area or "training den" in your home.
• The benefits of the training den in controlling distractions and building positive associations.
• Why Positive Conditioned Emotional Responses (CERs) are vital in dog training.
• What to include in the training den, and what I have in mine.
• Tips on choosing the right flooring for the training area.
• How training dens set dogs and people up for success and the value transfers.

Training Den Tools:

1. 4MyMerles Tug Toys - https://4mymerles.com/collections/dogs-that-say-yes
2. * PETGEEK Treat Dispenser - 3. * Microfiber Feather Duster Target Stick - 4. * Textured Silicone Coasters (for paw target use) - 5. Blue 9: Klimb - 6. Blue 9: Propel - 7. Cato Board - 8. * Dremel Lite 7760N - 9. * Casfuy Dog Nail Grinder -

Hot Zone And Stays - How One Dog Training Nuance Can Fix Anxiety And Duration #266

Episode 266

Friday, March 15, 2024 • Duration 13:21

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Dog training by nature is quite nuanced. Now, there are behaviors that everyone can get at some level with their dogs, like sit and down and fetch, but to get really brilliant behaviors, we need to understand the nuances. The really good news is that even if you've never trained a dog before, you can get this dialed in, and I'm covering what to look for with Hot Zone training as an example and have practical tips for you to try right away.

In this episode you'll hear:

• Why understanding dog training nuances is important.
• About the nuances in the release process of duration behaviors for dogs.
• A recent scenario involving the Hot Zone and the nuance I found missing.
• Why dogs relaxing in their Hot Zone is important.
• Tips to try when playing the Hot Zone game with your dog.
• Why to notice everything that reinforces your dog, including cues.
• What to do when your dog leaves the Hot Zone without a release.
• Nuances you could be missing and how to build your dog's understanding.

Get Crate Games Online - https://get.crategames.com/

Resources:

1. Podcast Episode 155: 10 Ways To Teach A Sit WITHOUT A Food Lure! Unreal Results For Puppies And Dogs Of All Ages - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/155/
2. Podcast Episode 145: 10 Ways To Teach A Dog To Lay Down And How To Shape It Without Luring - 3. Training Program "Bring Me!" - 4. Podcast Episode 16: The Thing Before Your Dog's Thing - 5. Podcast Episode 191: Get Your Dog To Calm Down With This Common Sense Protocol For Relaxation - 6. Youtube Playlist: Sit, Down, Stand, Stay! Dog Training Duration Behaviors with Susan Garrett - 7. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube -

Dog Training Community And Controversy: Can We Draw From Our Positive Reinforcement Values? #265

Episode 265

Wednesday, March 13, 2024 • Duration 22:21

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Have you ever been triggered by social media dramas about dog training methods? It's likely something we all experience. There was a recent incident at Crufts that flowed into the social channels this week that had a lot of thoughts flooding into my brain, including the question of how can we, as a community of dog loving reinforcement-based trainers, show up as our best selves when we get triggered by things out of our control? I'd love to open a dialogue on this topic and want to convey the compassion and empathy I have for everybody when sharing my experiences and observations in this episode. I understand that, for many, it might be a difficult conversation.

In this episode you'll hear:

• About dog training, controversy and social media dramas.
• That we can all be triggered by differing dog training methods.
• Thoughts on the core values of reinforcement-based training.
• Why I'm not the same person or dog trainer I was 30 years ago.
• My experience with being a guest on a podcast with a balanced dog trainer.
• Insights into the evolution of dog training perspectives over time.
• Why I called Jean Donaldson and had an enlightening conversation.
• That we need grace and compassion for ourselves, and the big question.

Resources:

1. Crufts International Dog Show - https://crufts.org.uk/
2. Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show - https://www.westminsterkennelclub.org/
3. LickiMat Website - https://lickimat.com/ 4. Podcast Episode 253: 7 Ways To Instantly Make Your Dog's Life Better - 5. *Book: The Forever Dog by Dr. Karen Becker and Rodney Habib - 6. Podcast Episode 175: Food Luring VS Shaping In Dog Training: How Science Changed How I Teach Dogs - 7. YouTube Playlist: Susan Garrett's Dog Training Philosophy and Training Processes - 8. YouTube Playlist: Mastery of Positive Reinforcement Based Dog Training - 9. Podcast Episode 196: Why Mastering Reinforcement Is The Linchpin To Reinforcement Based Dog Training - 10. YouTube Playlist: The Heart / Mind Connection Side of Dog Training with Susan Garrett - 11. Podcast: Unlocking Us with Brené Brown - 12. Podcast Episode 7: You, Your Dog, Maslow and Lizard Brain - 13. Podcast Episode 91: Why Judgement Does Not Help People Or Dogs: ItsYerChoice LWT - 14. Shaped by Dog Podcast Episodes Site Index - 15. Book: Shaping Success by Susan Garrett - 16. Podcast Episode 197: Outsmarting Distractions: How To Use Environmental Reinforcement in Dog Training - 17. Jean Donaldson Academy for Dog Trainers - 18. Podcast Episode 208: Brilliance, Resilience And Gratitude: Inspiration And Motivation With Elliott Connie - 19. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube -

Shaping Tips For Timid, Shy, Softer Or Fearful Dogs To Create Enthusiastic Learners #264

Episode 264

Friday, March 8, 2024 • Duration 24:23

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Have you tried shaping a timid, shy, softer or fearful dog and found your dog could not offer behaviors or engage in dog training sessions? The challenge is real! Recently, we looked at shaping high-drive dogs, but what about dogs on the other side of the spectrum who seem unmotivated? Help is at hand, and we're covering how to shape more reserved dogs to grow their confidence, unlock their full potential, and rapidly increase their joy and enthusiasm for training with you.

In this episode you'll hear:

• Shaping confidence for reserved, timid, shy, or fearful dogs.
• The importance of training the dog in front of you.
• About learning from my less confident dog, Decaff.
• A review of the confidence triangle for dogs.
• Why mindset is everything in training your dog.
• Common assumptions about shaping less motivated dogs.
• Why you need clarity over complexity for better results.
• All about the Yerkes-Dodson's curve and its role in understanding arousal levels in dogs.
• The importance of planning training environments strategically to optimize learning.
• How to manage frustration effectively.
• How to implement location-specific markers like "Cook" and "Search" to enhance training engagement.
• Learning the "Flirt Pole" game to build confidence and drive.
• Innovative games like "Hand Targets with a Twist" for engagement.
• Empower your dog's choice through the ItsYerChoice Summit for better training outcomes.
• How confidence grows with Crate Games and other tricks to keep training fun and rewarding.

Learn How To Play ItsYerChoice:
ItsYerChoice Summit - https://recallers.com/iycsummit-join/

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