Cog-Dog Radio

Latest Episodes:

Getting it Wrong Aug 29, 2017

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In a candid conversation with my friend Aimee Bonnain we talk about getting training wrong on the way to getting it right, and the nature of training as an applied science.

Prey Drive, Seminars, and Ray Coppinger Aug 22, 2017

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A podcast update where I cover seminars, my new chickens, and the recent passing of pioneer scientist Raymond Coppinger.

Cog Dog Radio: Dani Part Three Aug 01, 2017

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In the final installment about Dani the sheltie we talk to Dani's human, Graham and get his take on training a reluctant dog.

Case Study: Dani Part Two May 23, 2017

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In Dani Part Two we get into the details of what we did with this special dog. Teaching her she is never wrong, showing her that she can tackle challenges, and letting her see her world in a way she never had. Enjoy!

Case Study: Dani Part One May 09, 2017

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Dani, the little sheltie that could! She was shy, scared, and shut-down. Her transformation is one of my favorites. Enjoy!

Play Matters Mar 28, 2017

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Dogs that "stress down," the difficulties of counterconditioning noises, and how play matters.

More to the Story: *is* barking a reflex? Mar 14, 2017

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More on the reflexive (or not) nature of barking, dealing with handler-focused dogs in agility, and training your students with positive reinforcement. Plus, what's up next for The Cognitive Canine?

Did You Know? Barking is a Reflex Feb 28, 2017

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In this episode I discuss why barking is such a troubling thing for so many dog people, we go a little more in depth as to what a fear period is and is not, and more! Enjoy.

Episode Seventeen: More Puppies! Feb 14, 2017

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Answering email questions about puppies! Crate barking, separation anxiety prevention, and more!

Emotions in Sport Dogs Jan 31, 2017

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This week I answer email questions, talk about Clicker Expo, emotions as behavior in sport dogs, and my upcoming FDSA course, "Worked Up!"