Alpha Theory and Dominance in Dogs

Pigeons, Rats and Dolphins Aren't Dogs

Modern science in dog training tends to focus more on comparative psychology - aka, comparing animals behavior in a lab/study environment vs the natural environment. Additionally, dog trainers compare dog training to the training of exotic animals. In this episode, we cover: * What comparative psychology and ethology means * The experiments conducted and how they work * The reality behind the science in dog training * The difference between exotics and dogs - namely, in cooperative care * Looking at the dog in the natural habitat, not in a laboratory setting. Join our FACEBOOK GROUP to discuss dog training, dog behavior, pretty much anything DOG related Dog enthusiasts only! http://www.facebook.com/groups/1502263980187838 [http://www.facebook.com/groups/1502263980187838] http://www.letstalksit.com [http://www.letstalksit.com] Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!   https://www.facebook.com/talksitpodcast [https://www.facebook.com/talksitpodcast] https://www.instagram.com/talksitpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/talksitpodcast/] Music: Good Times - Patrick Patrikios   Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM [https://bit.ly/2xGHypM]

Alpha Theory and Dominance in Dogs

Another big controversial topic in the pet care industry is Alpha or Dominance Theory. There are a lot of people who, like everything else, take this to the extreme. In this episode, we cover: * What alpha means * Leadership * The false assumption that “alpha theory has been debunked” * Hierarchy between dogs * Mech’s study Join our FACEBOOK GROUP to discuss dog training, dog behavior, pretty much anything DOG related Dog enthusiasts only! http://www.facebook.com/groups/1502263980187838 [http://www.facebook.com/groups/1502263980187838] http://www.letstalksit.com [http://www.letstalksit.com] Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!   https://www.facebook.com/talksitpodcast [https://www.facebook.com/talksitpodcast] https://www.instagram.com/talksitpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/talksitpodcast/] Music: Good Times - Patrick Patrikios   Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM [https://bit.ly/2xGHypM]

Grieving the Loss of a Pet

We all either have experienced or will experience the loss of a pet. We have gone through this ourselves recently and want to share how we handle grieving our fluffy loved ones. In this episode, we cover: * Coping with the loss of a dog * The guilt of the decision to euthanize * Coming to those decisions - and some of the decisions you’ll have to make * The importance of supporting yourself * Get professional support/therapy if you need it: https://petlosspartners.org/ [https://petlosspartners.org/] * In Home Euthanasia, quality of life assessment, more helpful resources: https://www.lapoflove.com [https://www.lapoflove.com] Join our FACEBOOK GROUP to discuss dog training, dog behavior, pretty much anything DOG related Dog enthusiasts only! http://www.facebook.com/groups/1502263980187838 [http://www.facebook.com/groups/1502263980187838] http://www.letstalksit.com [http://www.letstalksit.com] Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!   https://www.facebook.com/talksitpodcast [https://www.facebook.com/talksitpodcast] https://www.instagram.com/talksitpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/talksitpodcast/] Music: Good Times - Patrick Patrikios   Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM [https://bit.ly/2xGHypM]

How To Find A Good Dog Trainer and Avoid Red Flags

We are constantly seeing more and more red flags and abuse cases in dog trainers - most commonly, in board and trains. We want to explain some of the ways we recommend and use to actually find good dog trainers to ensure the safety of your pets. In this episode, we cover: * What to look for when looking for a dog trainer * Red flags abusive trainers show * The bad side of what can happen during training - namely, board and trains * How we handle board and trains to make sure owners feel safe * The importance of speaking up and asking questions Join our FACEBOOK GROUP to discuss dog training, dog behavior, pretty much anything DOG related Dog enthusiasts only! http://www.facebook.com/groups/1502263980187838 [http://www.facebook.com/groups/1502263980187838] http://www.letstalksit.com [http://www.letstalksit.com] Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!   https://www.facebook.com/talksitpodcast [https://www.facebook.com/talksitpodcast] https://www.instagram.com/talksitpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/talksitpodcast/] Music: Good Times - Patrick Patrikios   Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM [https://bit.ly/2xGHypM]

Trainer Wars Pt. 3 - MORE DOG TRAINER DRAMA?!

A year after our first 2 parts on the trainer wars, they have blown up yet again. There is even more drama and arguments between dog trainers. The Real Facts About Science Based Dog Training - by Ivan Balabanov from Training Without Conflict [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjHTivWiqT8] In this episode, we discuss: * Ivan Balabanov’s presentation about science based dog training * Zak George and Susan Garrett’s recent interactions with Ivan * The more recent explosion between dog trainer “sides” * Proof in how these discussions are causing more harm than help * Alice raging on about “punishment based” training Join our FACEBOOK GROUP to discuss dog training, dog behavior, pretty much anything DOG related Dog enthusiasts only! http://www.facebook.com/groups/1502263980187838 [http://www.facebook.com/groups/1502263980187838] http://www.letstalksit.com [http://www.letstalksit.com] Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!   https://www.facebook.com/talksitpodcast [https://www.facebook.com/talksitpodcast] https://www.instagram.com/talksitpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/talksitpodcast/] Music: Good Times - Patrick Patrikios   Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM [https://bit.ly/2xGHypM]