Learning Starts in the Nervous System—Not the Quadrants
We’ve been taught that dog training comes down to four quadrants—reinforce what you like, punish what you don’t. Clean. Simple. Effective… right?Not quite.In this episode, we’re taking a step back and...
7 Huhti 1h 18min
The Five Domains of Animal Welfare, Part 2
In this part 2, we dive into the Five Domains of animal welfare, exploring how environment, behavior, and mental state shape your dog’s well-being. Learn practical ways to support your dog’s overall w...
24 Maalis 40min
The Five Domains of Animal Welfare, Part 1
In this episode of DogSpeak, we explore two essential components of the Five Domains Model of Animal Welfare: Nutrition and Physical Health. While training and behavior often get most of the attention...
17 Maalis 48min
Messages from Our Dogs: An Interview with Animal Communicator Sandra Larson
In this episode, Animal Communicator, Sandra Larson joins Nikki in a deep dive of speaking with dogs, living or transitioned.Sandra's ability to communicate with animals is extraordinary to say the le...
10 Maalis 1h 23min
Say What You Mean: Helping Your Dog Understand Expectations
Episode Description:The words we choose matter more than we think.In this episode, we explore how unclear, emotional, or inconsistent language can create confusion for dogs—and how simple shifts in th...
3 Maalis 26min
The Healing Highway: Understanding Your Dog’s Vagus Nerve
In this episode, Nikki explores the vital role of the vagus nerve in your dog’s nervous system and how it directly influences behavior, stress, and emotional regulation. Often called the “nerve of saf...
24 Helmi 47min
How Focused Touch Can Help Regulate Your Dog's Nervous System
In this episode, I’m exploring the power of focused, intentional touch as a tool for nervous system regulation in dogs. We’ll break down three supportive modalities—massage, TTouch, and acupressure—an...
17 Helmi 1h 4min
