Not Another Dog and Pony Show

Where we sit down together to talk about our first season as people who podcast, Lauren's scepticism of chia seeds, and whether we are as 'balanced' in our training approaches as some might think. Also, highlights from the year that was, hopes for the future of animal training and b mod, and Matthias' regimented bathing regime. Thank you all, for being part of this journey! ⁠⁠⁠Topic or guest suggestions? Fan mail? Hate mail? We love to hear from you all! Email ⁠notanotherdogandponyshow@gmail.com⁠

Where we sit down with Kim Brophey for an edifying discussion about what we should consider when talking about the welfare, well-being, and best interests of the animals we work with and love. "...and it's interesting, because if we look at the incredible rise in behavior problems, and the severity, the increased and severity of behavior problems, it goes in tandem with the increased level of captivity that has been imposed upon pet dogs. And that shouldn't be surprising if we're looking at it through the lens of applied ethology." Also, a brief interlude for a yard bear, 'diseases of domestication', and the difference between hiding symptoms and finding cures. Kim's website [www.familydogmediation.com] Family Dog Mediation Professional LEGS Course [https://kimbropheylegscourses.thinkific.com/courses/legs-applied-ethology-family-dog-mediation-professional-course] (Kim has very kindly offered up a discount code dogandpony for 30% off the main LEGS course and the bundle with The Hacky Pack (including payment plan options)) The Dog's Truth video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9C_XRcbI_Q&t=3284s] ⁠⁠⁠Topic or guest suggestions? Fan mail? Hate mail? We love to hear from you all! Email ⁠notanotherdogandponyshow@gmail.com⁠

Where we sit down with Sarah Dixon for a frank discussion about a harm-reduction approach to animal training, why our reinforcement-minded messaging is failing to reach the right people--our animal-owning clients, and the benefits of gap-bridging. "We're not going to change the knowledge that they have if we don't build trust; we're not going to build trust if we attack them." Also, Matthias' gratitude to Sarah for her approach to newbs, Lauren's training-minded adaption of the National Harm Reduction Coalition's guiding principles, and what this episode actually should have been called. ⁠Barks and Recreation website⁠ [https://www.bnrbc.ca/] ⁠Sarah's online training school⁠ [https://twopawsup.circle.so/] ⁠Lauren's harm reduction principles adaptation⁠ [https://www.equinebehaviorist.ca/post/harm-reduction-approach-to-animal-behaviour-consulting-work] ⁠⁠⁠ [https://m.facebook.com/TrainingTracksCanine/] Topic or guest suggestions? Fan mail? Hate mail? We love to hear from you all! Email us at ⁠notanotherdogandponyshow@gmail.com⁠ [notanotherdogandponyshow@gmail.com]

Where we sit down with Jeff Silverman for a discussion about the benefits of allowing the owner to be the main decision maker in the owner-trainer business relationship, the perils of ignoring the end user's needs, and ways to honour what the client really wants while also meeting the animal's needs. "My clients are the experts in what they need, and I am the expert in what is possible." Also, the reality that your client is likely not a big ol' training nerd, Matthias' reflection on his use of the word 'lazy' in the last episode, and Lauren's post-recording realization that we could make an effective podcast drinking game by taking a drink every time she blames certifying bodies for things. Sorry, Listeners! Training Tracks [https://Trainingtracks.com] Goal Orientated Approach Article [https://trainingtracks.com/2021/08/27/a-collaborative-goal-oriented-approach-to-dog-behavior-consulting/] Training Tracks Website [https://m.facebook.com/TrainingTracksCanine/] Topic or guest suggestions? Fan mail? Hate mail? We love to hear from you all! Email us at notanotherdogandponyshow@gmail.com

Where we sit down in a cheap motel room with Dr David Lane for a discussion about some differences in how we approach animals for veterinary care and training or behaviour modification work: giving clients treatment options and causing animals tolerable stress or discomfort. Also, having the willingness to refer to another professional if something is outside of your wheelhouse, respecting client autonomy, and the difficulties of trusting professionals to do their work. ⁠Predation Substitute Training⁠ [https://predation-substitute-training.com/] Topic or guest suggestions? Fan mail? Hate mail? We love to hear from you all! Email us at notanotherdogandponyshow@gmail.com