
The Thing Before Your Dog's Thing #16
Visit us at shapedbydog.com There is one question you can ask yourself to solve virtually any dog training problem. If your dog is jumping, digging, chewing, biting or doing something else you want to fix, you need to know “the thing before the thing”. In the episode you'll hear: The four most common naughty behaviors in dogs. How to use the ABC’s of dog training to fix anything. What the antecedent of a dog’s behavior could be. How the consequence could be contributing to the problem. Two ways to fix anything. What I learned from my dogs about the things before the things. Resources: Recallers - https://dogsthat.com/recallers/ Podcast Episode 6: The Art of Manipulation - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/6/ Vlog Post: The ABC's of Dog Training - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2020/06/the-abcs-of-dog-training/ Podcast Episode 4: T.E.M.P. (Tail, Eyes/Ears, Mouth, Posture) - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/4/
31 Juli 202015min

CSI Tips for Managing a Multi-Dog Household #15
Visit us at shapedbydog.com In a multi-dog household, it’s important that all dogs have confidence and be comfortable. I’m sharing my biggest tips for intentional household harmony. In the episode you'll hear: When I realized that comfort and confidence for all dogs is vital. How to be present to what your dogs are telling you. The CSI of a multi-dog home. How I prevent resource guarding before it starts. The guidelines and house rules that set everyone up for success. Resources: Podcast Episode 14: Creating Intentional Multi-Dog Household Harmony - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/14/ Podcast Episode 4: T.E.M.P. (Tail, Eyes/Ears, Mouth, Posture) - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/4/ Podcast Episode 2: Reinforcement - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/2/ ItsYerChoice Game (IYC) - https://recallers.com/iycsummit-thankyou/ Recallers - https://dogsthat.com/recallers/ Podcast Episode 6: The Art of Manipulation - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/6/
29 Juli 202017min

Creating Intentional Multi-Dog Household Harmony #14
Visit us at shapedbydog.com If you live with more than one dog or want to live with more than one dog, this episode is for you. We need to be intentional about creating harmony for multi-dogs in our homes for everyone’s comfort and safety. In the episode you'll hear: The advantages of having one dog. What needs to change when your household becomes multi-dog. My “5 Stages of Togetherness”. What to do, and what not to do, when bringing in a new dog. How I intentionally set my dogs up for success. What disrupts multi-dog harmony. Resources: Blog Post: Second Dog Syndrome - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2010/02/second-dog-syndrome/ Crate Games Online - https://get.crategames.com/ Blog Post: All About Dogs Sleeping in the Bedroom - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2020/03/dogs-sleeping-in-the-bedroom/
24 Juli 202017min

Naming Your Puppy or Dog #13
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Our dog’s name says a lot about our dog and a lot about us. There are many considerations to naming, and many ways to go about choosing a name. In the episode you'll hear: Ideas for picking a name for your puppy or dog. What to consider that might not be immediately obvious. What to avoid when choosing a name. About the energy attached to your dog’s name. If you should change the name of a rescue dog. How I choose names for my dogs. Resources: Shaped By Dog Podcast Episode 8: Get Your Dog in the Belief Loop of Awesome - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/8/ Blog Post: A GAME to Preserve Your Dog’s Recall Cue - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2019/06/game-to-preserve-your-dogs-recall-cue/
22 Juli 202013min

When Helping Your Dog is an Illusion #12
Visit us at shapedbydog.com We all love our dogs and want to help them, but sometimes that help has the opposite effect of what we intend! That’s what I’m covering in this episode, so you can get the behaviour you really want. Learn how letting go of control will have your dog buy-in to your training and create a relationship of mutual happiness. In the episode you'll hear: About triggers, opposition reflex and drive. What self control really is, and how our control is an illusion. How games are a win for everyone even if there’s a fail (yes … the F word!). Why your dog’s buy-in to your training results in a lifetime of joy. Resources: Shaped By Dog Podcast Episode 11: The Power of Permission in Dog Training - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/11/ Vlog Post: Understanding Your Dog’s Triggers - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2019/01/understanding-your-dogs-triggers/ Blog Post: Identifying And Using Positive Triggers For Your Dog - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2019/01/positive-triggers/
17 Juli 202014min

The Power of Permission in Dog Training #11
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Harnessing the power of permission in dog training is the secret of my success. It’s how I can train dogs to the highest levels without the use of intimidation or physical punishment. Sometimes is anytime for a dog, and permissions make the anytime work for us. And it’s not just for training our dogs. We all want our relationships to have equity and trust. In the episode you'll hear: The where, why, and what of permission in dog training. What teenagers driving a Lamborghini around a racetrack as to do with your relationship with your dog. Why sometimes is anytime. How to start using permission with one easy and fun game. Resources: Blog Post: Why “Choice” is the Critical Key to a Great Dog (ItsYerChoice) - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2018/06/why-choice-is-the-critical-key-to-a-great-dog/ Crate Games Online - https://get.crategames.com/sbd Blog Post: Retrieve Games - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2009/08/retrieve-games/
15 Juli 202015min

What to Know Before Getting a Puppy or Dog #10
Visit us at shapedbydog.com Do you know anybody who is thinking about getting a new puppy or a dog? Maybe it’s you! There are things to know before you add a canine family. Every dog deserves a great life, and every human being deserves a life with a great dog in it. In the episode you'll hear: Things to know before you get a puppy or dog. Where you can save money and where you should never cut costs. Why time is vital for your new family member. What to research before you get your puppy. Resources: Vlog: Important Whys and Hows of Exercising Our Dogs - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2019/09/exercising-your-dog/ Shaped By Dog Podcast Episode 09: How Long Does It Take to Train a Dog? - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/9/ Susan Garrett’s Dog Training Blog - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/ Home School the Dog - https://dogsthat.com/home-school/ Recallers - https://recallers.com/ The high-grade stainless-steel bowls Susan uses are from Basis Pet. Click here for Basis Pet Dog Bowls on Amazon with all the details - https://geni.us/StainlessBowls *Amazon Links Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Susan only recommends products she uses herself, and all opinions expressed here are her own. The link above is an affiliate link that, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission if you decide to buy from it. Thank you!
10 Juli 202016min

How Long Does It Take to Train a Dog? #9
Visit us at shapedbydog.com When do you consider your dog trained? That’s what we’re talking about in this episode. We’re also looking at why I think “dog training” might be misnamed and what all great relationships have in common. Plus if you ever find yourself furious with your dog, I’ve got one big tip to help! In the episode you'll hear: My answers to the two most common dog training questions asked of me. What owning a car has to do with dog training. What all great relationships have in common. How to turn being puzzled, frustrated or furious with your dog around. Resources: Shaped By Dog Podcast Episode 2: Reinforcement - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/2/ Blog: What’s a Reward for Your Dog? List of Reinforcers - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2018/10/reward-list-of-reinforcers/ Blog: Lurers Anonymous (Luring vs Shaping) - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2018/11/lurers-anonymous/ Dr. Ellyn Bader (The Couples Institute) - https://www.couplesinstitute.com/about-us/
8 Juli 202014min