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PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 47 TRAINING SESSION #14 -- "HEEL" -- Teaching Your Dog to Walk By Your Side

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Wed, 8 Jul 2009 01:07:04 -0400

In Session #10, you taught your dog to walk nicely on leash. However, there may be times when you want your dog to walk next to your side and not six feet in front or behind you. Times when I use heel might be in a highly trafficked area, when walking in the street and a car is passing by or walking down a path where there might be another dog approaching.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - TRAINING SESSION #14 -- "HEEL" -- Teaching Your Dog to Walk By Your Side - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 46 All About Day Care and Off Leash Dog Play

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:16:58 -0400

The pet service industry is growing in leaps and bounds each day, especially with the economic changes and people out of work. Americans shell out over $40 billion each year to care for their pets. While the benefits of dog care and off leash dog play can be wonderful, it might not be the right business for you or the right place for your dog. Caring for people’s beloved pets at your facility requires business skills, animal skills, people skills and money. There are joys and risks to owning a day care and dropping your dog off for what you think will be a day of play and fun. Robin Bennett has been in the business for over 12 years and she’ll tell it all!

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - All About Day Care and Off Leash Dog Play - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 45 TRAINING SESSION #13 -- "Stand Still!" -- Teaching Your Dog to Stand Stay

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 10:38:48 -0400

Teaching your dog to stand still is an advanced behavior for most dogs since it takes a lot of self-control, especially when there are distractions present. However, it can be an extremely handy behavior when you need to wipe your dog’s muddy paws, give him a bath or clip his nails. Once your dog has learned to hold a reliable sit and down stay, a stand stay should not be very difficult.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - TRAINING SESSION #13 -- "Stand Still!" -- Teaching Your Dog to Stand - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 44 The Holistic Health Guide: Natural Care for the Whole Dog with Dr. Doug Knueven

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Thu, 28 May 2009 01:49:15 -0400

More and more pet owners are seeking holistic care for many reasons. The world of holistic care for dogs can be quite mysterious and confusing at the same time. The term holistic has become quite a buzzword and can easily be confused as to exactly what people mean when they call something holistic.

"Dr. Doug" will talk to us about the most common holistic treatment methods, such as acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage therapy, herbal medicine, and homeopathy. In addition, we will learn how conventional veterinary practices can be integrated into a holistic care program, including safe vaccination protocols.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - The Holistic Health Guide: Natural Care for the Whole Dog with Dr. Doug Knueven - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 43 TRAINING SESSION #12 -- "Go To Place" -- There’s nothing better than teaching your dog to go chill out!

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Thu, 2 Apr 2009 17:52:41 -0400

Being able to send your dog to a mat, dog bed or crate from a distance will come in handy more than you know. It can be used to get your dog away from the front door, relax during mealtime, avoid being stepped on and much more. There are several methods to teaching this behavior so we will go over a few in this session.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Clicker Basics for Dogs and Puppies - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 42 Clicker Basics for Dogs and Puppies

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:57:05 -0400

What is clicker training and why is it so popular? A clicker is simply a tool, just like your dog’s leash and collar that helps you train your dog. It’s a small plastic box with a mechanism that, when pressed, makes a clicking sound. Clicker training is a special form of positive reinforcement training that emphasizes the use of two types of reward: a primary reward and a secondary reward.

Once your dog becomes "clicker savvy", meaning that he really understands the meaning of the click, he may start to "offer all his favorite tricks. A dog that offers behaviors has caught on to the game of training and is trying to figure out what it takes to get you to click! This is great mental stimulation for your dog and makes training an interesting and creative process for you. It’s a win-win situation!

Carolyn Barney will review the basics of clicker training and go over ways to "turn your dog" onto another way to train!

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Clicker Basics for Dogs and Puppies - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 41 TRAINING SESSION #11 -- "Get Back!" -- Teaching Your Dog to Back Away from Doors and Other Areas

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 16:51:06 -0400

Teaching your dog to move away from doorways, hot ovens, the refrigerator and more can come in very handy when you are carrying something or want your dog to avoid getting hurt. This is especially necessary for small dogs since they can easily be stepped on.

Once your dog has learned to move back, we will work on getting him to sit or lie down away from you. This can come in handy if your dog is at a distance and you need him to be still or when he is riding in a car and blocking your view.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - TRAINING SESSION #11 -- "Get Back!" -- Teaching Your Dog to Back Away from Doors and Other Areas - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 40 Barking Dogs

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Fri, 6 Mar 2009 17:33:20 -0500

Do you come home to find complaints from your neighbors taped to your door about your barking dog? Do you have to put your dog outside when guests come to the door because he barks uncontrollably? Does your dog seem to be constantly "on patrol", barking at every person, animal or sound that he sees or hears? If so, you have a barking dog problem. In this interview, we talk to certified animal behaviorist Dr. Daniel Estep about why dogs bark excessively and what can be done to reduce or stop problem barking. Dr. Estep is internationally recognized as a teacher, researcher and educator in animal behavior.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Barking Dogs - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 39 TRAINING SESSION #10 -- "Teaching Good Leash Manners" -- Walk With Me -- I am Not a Sled!

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Fri, 6 Mar 2009 17:29:55 -0500

Many of you are probably experiencing the problem of your puppy or pulling on leash. As with most behavior problems, this does not simply go away with age. In fact, the older and larger your puppy gets, the worse it can become. To allow your puppy or dog to pull actually tells your him that pulling is acceptable because the more you reward a behavior, even ones you do not like, the stronger the behavior becomes. Many owners inadvertently teach their dogs the fine art of mushing by yanking and pulling them back while continuing to walk. Instead of teaching them not to pull, you teach them to pull harder. When a dog pulls forward and you pull back and continue to walk, the dog’s reaction is to pull forward again, only harder. He is being inadvertently rewarded since the walk continues; he gets to sniff and his obedient owner (you) follows behind him.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - TRAINING SESSION #10 -- "Teaching Good Leash Manners" -- Walk With Me -- I am Not a Sled! - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 38 The Use of Psychoactive Medication in Pets with Behavioral Problems

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 10:49:53 -0500

There are many contributing factors that cause behavioral problems in pets. Some of these factors include poor training techniques, lack of understanding on how pets communicate, environmental factors, and medical issues. In addition an animal’s genetic predisposition and underlying neurochemistry are also factors that can lead to behavioral problems such as aggression, anxiety, panic, house-soiling, feather picking etc…..If the behavioral problems stems in part or solely due to underlying neurophysiological reasons, medication may be a necessary and valuable part of an overall treatment program. The assessment of whether the behavior problem is based in underlying physiology should be seen by a qualified individual such as a veterinary behaviorist (www.dacvb.org) or a veterinarian with a special interest in behavior (www.avsab.org).

The medications that can be used in pets with behavior problems are similar to medications used in people with various behavioral issues. The medications are similar as the underlying neuroanatomy and neurochemistry in people and pets is similar. Medications are not without risk and each patient needs to be evaluated on an individual basis to identify which medication would be best for that pet and realistic expectation of that medication.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - The Use of Psychoactive Medication in Pets with Behavioral Problems - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 37 TRAINING SESSION#9 -- "GET OFF ME!" -- Teaching Your Dog to Properly Greet People Without Jumping Up

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 17:10:39 -0500

A very common behavior problem that people deal with is jumping up on people to greet. Most puppies and dogs jump on people out of excitement, friendliness, and as a means to seek attention. Inadvertently, people pay attention to a jumping puppy by pushing her off, by making eye contact, and/or by petting her. Most of your houseguests are being polite by telling you they do not mind, when, in fact, they really do. You must teach your dog that jumping is not a way to greet humans or get attention. This is important regardless of the size of your dog -- 4 muddy paws are still 4 muddy paws!

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - TRAINING SESSION#9 -- "GET OFF ME!" -- Teaching Your Dog to Properly Greet People Without Jumping Up - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 36 Dogology! What Your Relationship with Your Dog Reveals About You!

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 13:13:04 -0500

Throughout the past several thousand years, we have tried to understand and organize personality types using the stars, skull shapes, tea leaves, and the human mind. Finally, there is a more reliable - if often higher-shedding - system for understanding yourself and the other two-legged creatures around you: dogology. Yes dogs. Dogs can talk. Vicki Croke and Sarah Wilson, the world's first practicing dogologists, have been jotting it all down, forming this fool-proof personality-analyzing system. Sarah will talk to us about what they have found out and how it can help with your relationship with your dog.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Dogology! What Your Relationship with Your Dog Reveals About You! - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 35 TRAINING SESSION #7 - "HERE"- Getting a Really Reliable Recall! - Part 2

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 10:27:25 -0500

Two weeks ago, we started to establish a good foundation for getting our dogs to come to us by finding our feet and sitting until released. This week, you will expand upon that by breaking the "recall chain" down into three different links. Think of a recall as a chain of behaviors, consisting of three links. If one link is broken, your dog will not come to you. You will work on the three links separately, and eventually you will put them all together.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - TRAINING SESSION #7 - "HERE"- Getting a Really Reliable Recall! - Part 2 - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 34 Much Ado About Dominance Part 2

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 21:21:17 -0500

Too much emphasis has been placed on comparing the similarities of domestic dogs and wolves and not enough on recognizing the significant differences between these 2 species. This unilateral and misguided focus has perpetuated myths about dominance and the "need" for owners to be "alpha", which has had a significant negative impact on dog training and handling philosophies. The result has been a communication breakdown between owners and their dogs resulting in conflict for both parties. We will discuss behavioral, lifestyle and genetic differences between domestic dogs and wolves and how this impacts dog-owner interactions. We will consider challenges in working with owner-directed aggression, behavior modification strategies that work, those that don’t work, and management options.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Much Ado About Dominance Part 2 - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 33 Much Ado About Dominance

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 23:29:54 -0500

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 32 TRAINING SESSION #7 -- "HERE" - Getting a Really Reliable Recall! -- Part 1

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:40:23 -0500

I like to use the word ‘HERE’ as my emergency recall word as opposed to the word ‘COME.’ Most people use the word ‘come’ in everyday life and tend to overuse it. For example, we might say ‘come on’ to our dogs when we want them to move along with us. Some say ‘come on, you know this’ when they are becoming frustrated with the dog. Others may have used the word ‘come’ to mean move to me but the dog only has a 50/50 success rate. If you want a really reliable recall, you need to ensure that the dog moves to you 100% of the time. You are conditioning a behavior. If you are sloppy, the dog will be sloppy. In Part 1, we will start off with the basics of getting that really reliable recall.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - TRAINING SESSION #7 -- "HERE" - Getting a Really Reliable Recall! -- Part 1 - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 31 Helping Fido Be Happy Home Alone

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 16:31:40 -0500

One of the most common complaints that dog owners have is that their dogs cause problems when they are left alone. They bark, destroy things, house soil or escape from the property and cause headaches for the owners and their neighbors. These problems can be caused by a variety of different causes, from boredom to separation anxiety. The causes are often very different from what owners think they are, because they are NOT due to spite, revenge or just "acting out." In addition, Many dogs are labeled as having "separation anxiety" when in fact they do not. Discover how to tell what’s motivating your dog’s home alone problems, and what actions you can take to solve them. Even if your dog doesn’t have any home alone "issues", you’ll find out ways to enrich his home alone time so he can be happier by himself.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Helping Fido Be Happy Home Alone - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 30 TRAINING SESSION #6 -- Stay -- "Wait!" -Adding Distractions

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 22:24:12 -0400

Now that your dog is becoming proficient at waiting for permission to go through doorways by making eye contact, it is time for you to add distance between the two of you as well as distractions. If you have not taught your dog to "Wait", please refer back to Training Session #5 for the teaching steps. In this session, we will work on getting your dog to look away from distractions that he might want to run to and look for permission before he moves forward. It is nice to have a polite dog that waits at the backdoor but will he wait if there are animals running around?

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - TRAINING SESSION #6 -- Stay -- "Wait!" -Adding Distractions - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 29 Bullies? -- The Bully Breeds

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 16:21:42 -0400

There is a type of dog called a bully. They consist of several breeds having a predisposition to be bullies (Pitbulls, Bull Terriers, Boxers), but the behaviors are not confined to one type of dog. They require "different" raising skills than many other dogs, including more work on impulse control and on appropriate body language. Having owned many different breeds, as well as a bully breed, Trish will give us some insight into what we need to do if we own a "bully" breed.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Bullies? -- The Bully Breeds - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 28 TRAINING SESSION #5 - Wait! Stop Moving Forward!

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 13:42:42 -0400

It is extremely important to teach your dog to "WAIT" - both for your convenience and for his safety. "WAIT" puts your dog on hold - it tells him to proceed no further. Whereas your release words grant permission to do something, "WAIT" denies permission. The most important use of "WAIT" is at doors - the doors of your home or other buildings and the doors of cars. When you use your release word ("OK!") and open a door, the dog is permitted to go through. When you say "WAIT," he is not permitted to go through. In order for your dog to be released, he must make eye contact with you. When your dog makes eye contact with you, he is asking for permission. If you are consistent, your dog will always look to you for permission before he heads out the door. Teaching "WAIT" makes going in and out of doors convenient and safe.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - TRAINING SESSION #5 - Wait! Stop Moving Forward! - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 27 Emotions In You and Your Dog

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 11:09:33 -0400

What’s the same, and what’s different? Recent advances in biology have underscored how much of our emotional lives are shared by our four-legged best friends, although it’s also important to be aware of the differences. However, we all experience emotions, but don’t always understand them. What are emotions? Do people and dogs share facial expressions when communicating their emotions and if so, how? Fear, anger, happiness, love, grief, jealousy and sympathy are all human emotions. Do dogs have these as well? We’ll talk about how an understanding of emotions in people and dogs can enrich the lives of both of you.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Emotions In You and Your Dog - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 26 Training Session #4 - Stay - Adding Distractions and Distance

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 10:28:48 -0400

The purpose of adding distractions when you say "Stay" is to teach your dog that it is worth responding to your cues, despite the fact that the environment around your dog might be more interesting. Your dog should obey you anywhere, anytime, and under any circumstance. This is called reliability. You want to be able to rely on your dog to obey, no matter what. To get a high level of reliability, you must practice with your dog in new and different environments where distractions occur naturally. Pia will help you learn to get your dog to be reliable when told to Stay, regardless of what is going on around your dog as well as beginning to add distance between the two of you.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Training Session #4 - Stay - Adding Distractions and Distance - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 25 Is My Dog Grieving?

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Tue, 2 Sep 2008 17:27:08 -0400

Do dogs grieve the loss of a canine companion? Many owners wonder what the signs of grief in dogs are, and what they can do to help their beloved friend during difficult times. We will review the signs of grieving and what can be mistaken as grieving may have another cause. A list of things to do and not to do will also be discussed.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Is My Dog Grieving? - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 24 TRAINING SESSION #3 - Step 1 to Teaching Stay

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 21:55:06 -0400

It’s important that you effectively communicate what you want from your dog. Remember, dogs do not understand English. They do not understand when you talk to them in sentences, paragraphs, or lectures. They are not born knowing what sit, down, stay or come mean. Dogs can learn quite a large vocabulary of words and short phrases. However, for each word or phrase you want him to respond to, you must carefully teach him what it means by communicating with him in a way he will understand. We communicate with dogs by a process of demonstration and reward. We help the dog learn what our English word means by helping him carry out the action as we say the word. As soon as he does it, we reinforce him for cooperating. Today’s lesson will focus on teaching your dog to hold a reliable Stay. Pia will work with you and your dog on the first steps of getting a reliable Sit and Down Stay. Teaching your dog to exhibit self-control will make your life much easier, especially when you have company over or are out and about.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - TRAINING SESSION #3 - Step 1 to Teaching Stay - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 23 Selecting the Right Dog from a Shelter

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 14:48:01 -0400

Our interview will focus on adopting a dog from a shelter or rescue organization. I will be detailing specifically what behaviors to look for when meeting a dog or puppy, as well as what adopters can expect from the shelter system.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Selecting the Right Dog from a Shelter - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 22 TRAINING SESSION #2 - Eye Contact - When, How and Why?

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Fri, 1 Aug 2008 17:17:15 -0400

To teach anything, you must first have your dog’s eye contact and attention. Everything you will do with your dog builds on this exercise. This is your foundation for getting reliable behaviors. When you say your dog’s name, your dog should look into your eyes. He should not continue doing what he was doing nor should you have to repeat his name over and over. You should get a good solid look into your eyes, not a glance, not a look at your treat pouch, your hand or elsewhere. Pia will go over techniques to get your dog to “want” to look at you, even when you don’t ask. What happens when you take the leash off your dog? Does he run away? How insulting! Pia will teach you an exercise that will help keep your dog near you and wait for permission to leave your side, regardless of whether the leash is on or off. Putting the leash back on a loose dog should not be a punisher for the dog. You will practice this exercise as Pia talks you through each step.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - TRAINING SESSION #2 - Eye Contact - When, How and Why? - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 21 Summer Noise Phobias

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 18:16:02 -0400

Summer can be a difficult time for noise phobic dogs as fireworks and thunderstorms occur throughout the summer. In severe cases, a dog’s fearful reactions can literally be life threatening as some dogs will engage in extreme measures attempting to get away from what to them are terrifying sounds.
We’ll discuss the challenges in working with noise phobias, what’s helpful and what’s not, myths about "rewarding fear", management options, and why winter is the best time to work with these problems.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Summer Noise Phobias - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 20 Training Session #1 - Getting Off to a Good Start

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 13:43:30 -0400

Training should be fun for both you and your dog. Positive reinforcement training to shape your dog's behavior encourages upbeat, enthusiastic responses and ensures that your dog will enjoy learning. First of all, we will talk about rewards. Getting the right reward will motivate your dog to perform that behavior again in hopes of getting another reward. You will find your dog’s motivational triggers, learn how to rate your rewards and when and how to use them. Now you need a signal to tell your dog what he just did was right. Learn about marker words and how to use them correctly. Teaching "take it" and "give" are critical in developing a respectful relationship with your dog. Dogs that will not willingly give up objects when asked can end up sick, require surgery or bite. The best way to teach this is by playing Tug! Once your dog learns the rules and plays fairly and politely, this will probably end up on the top of your list to use as a reward. Pia will carefully go over the rules to effectively play tug with your dog.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Training Session #1 - Getting Off to a Good Start - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 19 Play and Behavior Problems

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 16:34:52 -0400

Play is an entire category of behavior that is underutilized in treating behavior problems. Play can be incorporated into treatment plans for many types of dog behavioral issues. Because so many types of behavior problems are arousal-based, at least in part, the energetic nature of play can be an effective way to redirect dogs’ behavior into more appropriate channels. Another reason that play can often be so effective at treating behavior problems is that play does more than change a dog’s behavior. Play can actually change dogs’ emotions. Many behavior problems have an emotional component, so changing the dogs’ emotions through play treats the cause of the issue, not just the effects of it. When play is part of a treatment plan, client compliance is generally better, with the result that better progress is made in improving the problem behavior. Using play to treat behavior problems makes it fun for both people and dogs, and that is a large part of why it is so effective.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Play and Behavior Problems - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 18 Parenting Your Dog

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Mon, 7 Jul 2008 01:19:45 -0400

How many parents use their parenting skills to raise dogs? Trish King conducts privates on a regular basis, many of them with successful parents. As a result her book “Parenting Your Dog” published by TFH Publications focuses just on that. It seems logical that people could use their good parenting skills to raise their dogs, including setting limits and using natural consequences for actions. Trish will give us some great tips in using the skills that we are already good at!

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Parenting Your Dog - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 17 Can You Hear Me Now? Training a Deaf Dog

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 14:14:02 -0400

Owning a deaf dog may not be as difficult as one thinks. As humans, we rely heavily on sound, but the deaf dog can force you to be more creative in your methods and more conservative with your communication. Most inexperienced handlers talk and use sound way too much as part of the training process. As a result, dogs become overloaded with stimuli and begin to tune out. They are quickly labeled distracted and inattentive. This interview will explore how training the deaf dog will help you focus on non-verbal communication skills and teach you to "edit" what you "say" so that your meaning is clear to deaf and hearing dogs alike.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Can You Hear Me Now? Training a Deaf Dog - with Pia Silvani on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 16 Hand Blocking, Creating Success and Mobility Assistance Dogs!

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 11:03:46 -0400

In this episode, you get three short training sessions where you'll see hand blocking with a young pup who has never seen it before (it takes under two minutes), rewarding a pup's interest, a pulsing on lead situation and a how Sarah handle's an "oops" moment (everyone has them) and then you get an interview with Shirley Minatelli about life with her Mobility Assistance dog, Xia. Enjoy!

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Hand Blocking, Creating Success and Mobility Assistance Dogs! - with Sarah Wilson on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 15 Mother May I

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Sun, 9 Mar 2008 14:12:45 -0400

"Mother May I" is a game out of Sarah's book My Smart Puppy (written with her partner and husband, Brian Kilcommons) with the goal of teaching your dog to look to you whenever something tempting (or concerning) comes into view. Each piece of this game is taught separately but you can see the end result in the two video clips of Sarah working her rescue dog, Pip. This episode also includes a fun and creative trick that Shirley Minatelli taught her service dog, Xia. What a tidy pair these two are!

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Mother May I- with Sarah Wilson on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 14 Simple Sit, Guided Down, Beginning of Come and More!

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 12:31:39 -0500

See the Simple Sit, learn what part a slack lead plays in the guided down, hear how to turn that head turn into a consistent Come!, find out Sarah's suggestions for a listener's question and, want to know how Sarah answers a bystanders friendly suggestion to just put the puppy Sarah's working in the back of their car? Tune in!

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Simple Sit, Guided Down, Beginning of Come and More!- with Sarah Wilson on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 13 Walking On Lead 1: Games to Play

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Mon, 4 Feb 2008 11:19:20 -0500

Listen (and watch) to Sarah coach a friend with her puppy then see Sarah working with a German Shepherd Dog puppy - learn a few tricks of the trade and some tips on how to build success with this universally challenging behavior: walking on a loose lead. Also, see how Sarah uses Place for Pip at meal time as well as how Pip "begs" for her supper, after that, we'll check in on the cheese retrieve.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Walking On Lead 1: Games to Play- with Sarah Wilson on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 12 Head Turn

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 13:30:43 -0500

This week learn how to create better control around distractions. See Sarah work with a 12 week old puppy, watch Melissa Fischer (www.puppyhomeschool.com) work with her sensitive Beagle, Milo, and then listen to a more advanced session with Melissa and her Australian Shepherd, Petra. This work is easy, fun, and every dog/ handler would benefit from it. After that, learn a creative way of using place to problem solve and hear Pip's second session in the Cheese Retrieve. Enjoy!

Links to the clips can be found at Petliferadiocom - Teacher's Pet - the Episode Info page for this Episode

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Head Turn-with Sarah Wilson on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 11 Reactive Dogs: Out and About Part 1

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Tue, 1 Jan 2008 09:34:39 -0500

Does your dog bark or drag you around when you go to a new place? Is he reactive to people and things when he gets excited? So it Pip! In this episode, Pip and Sarah head out to a local pre-holiday shopping center for a field trip. Come along and find out what Sarah does when Pip gets unnerved by some holiday cheer, how she handles a typical foray into a pet supply store and find out what training project she's starting.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Reactive Dogs: Out and About Part 1-with Sarah Wilson on PetLifeRadio.com

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 10 Holiday Show 2007

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 19:03:39 -0500

Find the perfect gift for your dog in this edition of Teacher's Pet. It's not a leash, it's not a toy, it's not a bed, it's not a treat... what is it? Tune in and find out! See Sarah in action on Comcast Cable (Video on Demand - Life and Home - Pets - Children).

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PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 09 Corrections

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 18:24:54 -0500

Ever wondered about corrections? Is there a secret to doing them well? Are they bad? Can they be good? Find out in this week's episode of Teacher's Pet with Sarah Wilson. Learn why giving calm, clear direction can be hard for women and how your history in school can influence your training today. See how to have fun and be effective as Sarah teaches Pip something brand new and then has Pip begging for more.

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PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 08 "Place"

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Mon, 3 Dec 2007 15:44:27 -0500

Want your dog to go to his bed on a word and stay there? Then you're going to love "Place". In this episode, listen to Sarah get a delightful Italian Greyhound puppy started, then we go to advanced work with Pip (you'll hear some Pip-typical crashing and skidding as she flies to her bed). We wrap up hearing Place ideas from three other professional trainers - all a little different, all fun, all work.

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PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 07 Listening Outside

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Sun, 11 Nov 2007 10:47:14 -0500

Does your dog listen as well outside as in? No? Then you're not alone and this episode with Sarah Wilson and her dog, Pip is for you! Sarah will teach you games to play to build your dog's connection to you one lead or off, you'll hear things go well and not so well and what Sarah does in response to both. Find out what you have in common with the fifty dog professionals at the recent What Every Pro Should Know conference. If you want fun and effective games to help you over this training hump, you'll find them here!

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PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 06 Walking On A Loose Lead

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Mon, 29 Oct 2007 18:18:59 -0400

Everyone wants it and most people struggle with it. Why? Because we're going about it the wrong ways! Listen while Sarah takes a walk with Pip - does everything go "perfectly"?

No... but you'll learn who Sarah handled it and made the walk successful even with a band of dirt bikes roaring into the woods frightening her dog. Listen as she helps Pip over her concerns, explains the games she recommends for walking work, what she thinks of various equipment and why some tools make matters worse.

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PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 05 Coming When Called

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 19:00:15 -0400

Right Now, Thank you is critical to your dog's safety and your sanity. And it is possible - once you know how to think about the process. Follow along with Sarah as she explains the three questions she asks when addressing a problem with Coming When Called then see how those questions are applied to real life dogs and their people. Next week, The Most Unnatural Act - Walking on a Loose Lead. You'll go for a walk with Sarah and Pip, hearing what Sarah does and why along the way.

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PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 04 Building Consistent Response

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Tue, 9 Oct 2007 09:34:15 -0400

Want your dog to respond consistently to your commands? Who doesn't? Learn how to create just that (and learn where many of us go wrong) in this Episode of Teacher's Pet. You'll also find out why a puppy who was downing right away suddenly stopped and a competition's dog attention may be wandering. Next week's episode is Coming When Called: Right Now Thank You!

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PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 03 Motivation

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 23:33:50 -0400

Motivation! How to create it in your dog, convert distractions into cues, have more fun and match motivators to your dog/situation to get better results ... motivation is what it is all about. Listen and enjoy! Next episode: Creating Consistent Response.

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PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 02 The Five Ways We Communicate With Our Dogs

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Mon, 17 Sep 2007 22:10:06 -0400

In this episode... Learn the five ways we all communicate with our dogs - whether we want to or not - and how to use those ways to your best advantage. Then hear how to apply these ideas to resolve some real-life problems posed by pet owners. Enjoy!!

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PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 01 Introduction- Welcome To Teacher's Pet

info@petliferadio.com (PetLifeRadio) — Sun, 16 Sep 2007 02:01:19 -0400

Sarah welcomes everyone to her new show, "Teacher's Pet" on PetLifeRadio, and talks about the topics she'll be discussing in the episodes to come!

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