Cog-Dog Radio

In the third of a five part series, Sarah talks about remedial socialization for reactive dogs. What it is, why it matters, how to do it, and more.

Take a quick walk in the woods with Sarah and talk about what COVID-19 means for our community. Dog training businesses, puppy socialization, and self-care in the time of this global pandemic.

In the second of a five part series, Sarah covers the importance of systematic desensitization for reactive dogs. What separates a desensitization protocol from a counter conditioning route? Why does this matter? How can we help our dogs who are literally overly sensitive to other dogs, become desensitized to them?

In the first of a five-part series, join Sarah as she discusses her history in reactivity treatment and her thoughts on why this behavior problem is rampant in our pets.

The expert! Sarah interviews Malena DeMartini, author of "Treating Separation Anxiety in Dogs." Learn about why SA happens, what you can do to prevent it, and how to tell if your dog is suffering from this disorder. Check out Malena at her website, https://malenademartini.com/

Explore Sarah's process for helping her own dog, Idgie, through separation anxiety.

When training, we know we are attempting to teach our dogs how to act and what to do, but we are also teaching them--for better or worse--how to feel. Learn how you can optimize your dog's emotions in training by observing their behaviors in the learning process.

If your dog would rather have a tunnel than a toy, you've got problems. Learn why this happens, how to prevent it, and what to do if you're already in this situation.

There are more ways to use force than just corrective collars. Be sure you are not involving coercion in your positive-reinforcement based training.

Do you have a barky-lunge-y type? Do you still want to trial in dog agility? Check out the tips, deal breakers, and training procedures you will need in this episode.