How I Met Patricia McConnell, a Behaviorist and Trainer

If you’re looking to make running with your dog safer and more enjoyable or you want to know what to do if you encounter a stray dog or wild animal on your run, listen to this episode. Sarah and co-host Katie welcome on Karen B. London, Ph.D., a certified applied animal behaviorist and certified professional dog trainer, and Karen shares:

-basic dog behavior hacks to help your dog be a better running buddy;

-gear advice for running with your dog;

-why she stashes a dog-toy squeaker in her sports bra (!);

-advice on what to do if a dog attacks you on your run; and,

-ways to read a dog’s face and behavior.

Before the dog expert joins around 10:35, find out why Sarah is headed to Pittsburgh.

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