The Family Pupz Podcast

Today's Topic:  Did you know that dog groomers touch and see family pets twenty times more often than a veterinarian does? Knowing this, how can the role of the dog groomer be elevated in the dog wellness ecosystem to further support the health and longevity of our dogs? That's why we invited the the CEO and co-founder of Well Groomed Pets [https://wellgroomedpets.com/], a premium dog grooming franchise offering the industry’s most comprehensive approach to wellness, Michael Hill, to the podcast to discuss his transition from the dentistry industry to the dog grooming industry, why he wants to elevate the dog groomer's role in the dog wellness ecosystem, the types of data points he wants to gather on dog wellness during every grooming interaction, how his groomers balance efficiency with well-being, what he looks for when looking for a local groomer, and so much more! Guest Bio: Michael Hill is the CEO and Co-Founder of Well Groomed Pets [https://wellgroomedpets.com/], spearheading innovation in pet care. Michael’s passion for animal welfare grew after the loss of a beloved family pet that succumbed to cancer—a loss that may have been avoided with early intervention. Combining his desire to provide preventative care for pets with his entrepreneurship and business acumen, he launched Well Groomed Pets, knowing that pet groomers touch and see family pets twenty times more often than a veterinarian does. Under his leadership, Well Groomed Pets has revolutionized pet grooming services, prioritizing quality and convenience while providing a comprehensive nose-to-tail wellness check for every pet seen.  Connect With Michael Hill * Website [https://wellgroomedpets.com/] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-hill-wgfs/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/WellGroomedPetsOfficial/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/wellgroomedpets/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@wellgroomedopportunities]

Today's Topic:  When you adequately prepare your dog for a visit to the vet, it can reduce stress for all parties (dog, dog parent(s) & vet staff) and contribute to an overall smoother experience at the vet. But what is the best way to prepare, and how do you know you're doing all that you can to make the vet experience as positive as possible for your dog? That's why we invited the founder of Animal Behavior Training Concepts in Chicago, Illinois, Laura Monaco Torelli [https://www.lauramonacotorelli.com/laura-monaco-torelli], to the podcast to discuss the differences between husbandry training and cooperative care, how dog parents can better advocate for their dogs at the vet clinic, specific proactive training tips to help your dog remain calm during vet visits, her advice on preparing dogs for common procedures like blood draws, vaccines, and nail trims, and so much more! Guest Bio: Laura Monaco Torelli is the founder of Animal Behavior Training Concepts [https://www.lauramonacotorelli.com/] in Chicago, Illinois. Her career began in 1991 with Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium [https://www.sheddaquarium.org/], where she was part of the animal care team for beluga whales, dolphins, sea otters, seals, river otters, and penguins. After nearly a decade at the Shedd, she moved on to the San Diego Zoo [https://sandiegozoowildlifealliance.org/] and then Brookfield Zoo [https://www.brookfieldzoo.org/] as a lead supervisory trainer. During her time in the zoo community, Laura worked with a wide variety of species, including primates, large cats, birds of prey, horses, parrots, tree kangaroos, giraffes, red pandas, and dogs. Laura is a faculty instructor of Karen Pryor Academy for Animal Training & Behavior [https://karenpryoracademy.com/], and serves as a Teaching Assistant for Dr. Susan G. Friedman’s Living & Learning with Animals online course [https://www.dog-ibox.com/en/living-learning-with-animals-super-short-course-science-practice-behavior-change-part-p-432.html]. She has been an invited speaker for numerous conferences that include the American Veterinary Medical Association Convention [https://www.avma.org/events/avma-convention], Midwest Veterinary Conference [https://www.mvcinfo.org/], Penn Vet Working Dog Conference [https://www.vet.upenn.edu/about/penn-vet-events-calendar/event/2022/04/22/default-calendar/2020-working-dog-conference], ClickerExpo [https://clickerexpo.clickertraining.com/], and the Aggression in Dogs Conference [https://aggressivedog.com/conference/].  Connect With Laura Monaco Torelli: * Website [https://www.lauramonacotorelli.com/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/abtconcepts/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/laura.monaco.torelli/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/user/lauramonacotorelli] Other Resources Mentioned In The Episode: * Julie Benson (Made artwork on behalf of Laura's dog, Santino) [https://www.pawsitivelyinspired.com/about] * Living & Learning with Animals: A Super Short Course in the Science and Practice of Behavior Change by Dr. Susan G. Friedman [https://www.dog-ibox.com/en/living-learning-with-animals-super-short-course-science-practice-behavior-change-part-p-432.html] * Laura's Appearance on The Bitey End Of The Dog Podcast [https://open.spotify.com/episode/4eQMlJAqjr6vF5oJckVXeg] * The Spectrum of Fear, Anxiety and Stress - Fear Free Website [https://fearfreepets.com/fas-spectrum/] * Low Stress Handling® University CE Online Courses  [https://cattledogpublishing.com/product-category/lsh-individual-courses-2/]

Today's Topic:  As positive reinforcement dog training continues to grow in popularity, so has the awareness around the different types of dog treats available to help you train your dog. But what are dog treats, exactly?  What are the regulatory requirements, if any, around dog treats to ensure that you're giving your dog something nutritious, delicious and safe?  And how has the increasingly fickle and discerning demands of today's dog parents affected the types of dog treats available today? That's why we invited the founders of Fig & Tyler [https://www.figandtyler.com/], an NYC-based premium treat company that makes treats using 100% meat and fish sourced and processed in the USA, Karen Schwichtenberg and Ilya Seglin, to the podcast, to discuss what their initial vision was when creating their treat company, what they saw and valued in each other as partners, how they executed to take their idea and turn it into a company, what dog treats actually are, and so much more! Guest Bio: Karen Schwichtenberg and Ilya Seglin are co-founders of Fig & Tyler [https://www.figandtyler.com/], a premium dog treat company based in New York City. Long-time friends, they often talked about how hard it was to find high-quality, healthy dog treats made from recognizable ingredients. So, five years ago they took the leap and started the brand and named it after their beloved dogs. Connect With Fig & Tyler: * Website [https://www.canine-behavior-associates.com/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/figandtyler] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/figandtyler] Other Resources Mentioned In The Episode: * Canine Nutrigenomics: The New Science of Feeding Your Dog For Optimum Health [https://amzn.to/4apuWBO] * Omega Paw Tricky Treat Ball, Large [https://amzn.to/3vQTUuG] * Blog Post: Dogs Would Rather Work For Food [https://www.familypupz.com/blog-2/using-your-dogs-daily-meals-for-enrichment-training]

Today's Topic:   Having an overexcited dog can present a variety of challenges for dog parents. The exuberance and high energy levels of such dogs can lead to difficulties in training and managing their behavior, which can make simple daily activities like walks or playtime more demanding as these dogs may require extra effort to channel their excess energy appropriately. So as a new dog parent to an overexcited dog, what options do you have in terms of training, management, and changing how you view your dog? That's why we invited the Director of the Behavior & Training Department At The Marin Humane Society [https://marinhumane.org/], the founder of Canine Behavior Associates [https://www.canine-behavior-associates.com/], and the author of the critically-acclaimed book, Parenting Your Dog [https://amzn.to/4b3kPmT], Trish King [https://www.canine-behavior-associates.com/about-1/about-trish/], to the podcast, to discuss how we unknowingly are overstimulating our dogs, how dogs can get addicted to excitement - even those rooted in fear, how leashes can add to overexcitement, what "instinctive drift" means, how oversocialization may be contributing to our dogs' overexcitement, and so much more! Guest Bio: Trish has been a professional in the animal world for over 30 years.   As Director of the Behavior & Training Department at the Marin Humane Society [https://marinhumane.org/], she built a department known throughout the United States for its quality.  Trish established the Canine Behavior Academy [https://www.canine-behavior-associates.com/canine-behavior-academy-class-live/] at MHS for new or interested trainers.   She currently teaches the Academy of Dog Behavior, and teaches workshops and seminars on behavior, canine management, temperament assessment, and handling difficult dogs, among other topics. In addition, she and her partner own Canine Behavior Associates [https://www.canine-behavior-associates.com/], consulting with and helping dogs and their owners. Her extensive knowledge of animal behavior, as well as her sense of humor, have made her a popular speaker at a variety of conferences worldwide. Trish authored a critically acclaimed book for dog owners, Parenting Your Dog [https://amzn.to/3S4sOY3] (TFH Publications).   She has written numerous articles about dog and cat behavior for local and national newspapers and magazines.  She also developed the “Canine Calming Cap" [https://www.chewy.com/thundercap-calming-cap-dogs/dp/41122?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=12713694207&utm_content=118989041165&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAkp6tBhB5EiwANTCx1FnrInfLw9X3MTYmXM4FmzIX3CZn3ss9G0G3Z8IoOvn8HBZX-a81iBoCLPUQAvD_BwE], marketed by the Thundershirt Company [https://thundershirt.com/], to help dogs that are overly anxious or excitable. Connect With Trish King:  * Website [https://www.canine-behavior-associates.com/] Other Resources Mentioned In The Episode: * Overexcited Dog? How to Calm A Dog Down [https://www.thewildest.com/dog-behavior/over-excitement-dogs] * A Dog's Day With Humans – Time Activity Budget Of Free-Ranging Dogs In India [https://www.jstor.org/stable/24102275?mag=how-street-dogs-spend-their-days]

Today's Topic:   In the United States, the country in which modern commercial greyhound racing was invented, the sport is nearing its end. It’s been a long slide for greyhound racing, which reached its peak in the 1980s when there were more than 50 tracks across 19 states. There are now only 2 dog tracks remaining in one state (West Virginia). The industry’s near-total collapse is the culmination of decades of work to publicize allegations of greyhound mistreatment and to fight for its end in the legislature. And the organization that is widely credited for this change is GREY2K USA Worldwide. [https://www.grey2kusa.org/index.php] That's why we invited the founders of Grey2K USA Worldwide [https://www.grey2kusa.org/index.php], the largest greyhound protection organization in the world, and the authors of the book, Brooklyn Goes Home: The Rise and Fall of American Greyhound Racing and the Dog that Inspired a Movement [https://amzn.to/3Gtgyeq], Christine A. Dorchak & Carey M. Theil, to the podcast, to discuss the history of greyhound racing in the United States, how they came to make this cause their life's work, the dynamics of their partnership, their opinion on how change REALLY works in the United States, their advice for young people looking to make a difference in the world, and of course, the dog that inspired the movement, Brooklyn, and so much more! Guest Bio: Christine Dorchak and Carey Theil are the co-founders of GREY2K USA Worldwide [https://www.grey2kusa.org/].  An attorney, Christine specializes in pari-mutuel law and has drafted laws to successfully prohibit dog racing in several states and countries. She has been featured in national publications including the Huffington Post, Forbes, and American Dog. A long-distance runner, she has competed in seven Boston Marathons. Carey has decades of legislative experience and has been quoted in hundreds of news articles about greyhound racing published across the globe. In his free time, Carey volunteers for various non-profit organizations and is a National Master in chess. Connect With Christine A. Dorchak & Carey M. Theil: * Website [https://www.grey2kusa.org/] Other Resources Mentioned In The Podcast: * Support The Greyhound Protection Act [https://www.grey2kusa.org/stopusdogracing/index.php]