D.O.G. Dog Owners Guide Podcast

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner & Trainer recently earned her license as a Family Dog Mediator through Kim Brophey’s course, L.E.G.S.® Applied Ethology! Megan is passionate about educating dog parents about not just the behaviors that we see as disruptive but about how to be successful with them as we look to understand the whole dog that we have in front of us. In this podcast, Megan will take you through L.E.G.S; what that is and why it is so important to look at when we are evaluating our dogs. So today, let’s meet our dogs where they are, love them for who they are, and recognize all that they bring in their unique ways to interact with us in our world.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• What is Family Dog Mediation?
• The importance of L.E.G.S. and why you need to know about it when training your dog
• Why behavior problems aren’t about dog training
• Going in-depth into our understanding of L.E.G.S. 
• Deep dive into the pros and cons of each category of dog breeds
• Living with dogs and gaining education to understand them more

Resources and Links:

• Visit our Inspire K-9's website & see the most up-to-date class schedules.
• Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!
• Learn more about Kim Brophey’s course for families.

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner & Trainer talks with you today about how to check your dog’s feelings! Yes, dogs do have feelings and emotions that science has proven are a motivator that influences their behaviors. She will give you tips and tricks to help you retrain your dog’s responses to certain triggers in its environment. Megan urges all dog guardians to invest time and gain knowledge in understanding your dog so that you can have the best relationship to help cultivate a safe and trusting learning environment to help your dog survive living in our crazy human world!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• How to use a dog’s feelings to your advantage when it comes to behavior
• The science behind behaviors
• The difference between operant conditioning and classical conditioning
• Involuntary vs. voluntary responses
• Tips for retraining your dog’s feelings about a situation or thing through classical conditioning 

Resources and Links:

• Visit our Inspire K-9's website & see the most up-to-date class schedules.
• Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!

Mike Shikashio's Workshop:

To learn more about Mike and what he does, visit his website AgressiveDog.com

This workshop will run on October 29^th and 30^th, 2022 from 9 am-5 pm on both Saturday and Sunday. Lunch IS included! The ticket cost is just $300.00! We are so excited for you to join us for this AMAZING opportunity!!

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner & Trainer talks today about what is REALLY going on when your dog “checks out” during training! Megan will deep dive into why our dogs do this and what we can do to help them. If your dog tends to wander during your training classes, you’re not alone! This episode will help you learn how to stay consistent in reinforcement so you can set your dog up for long-term success!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• The factors that can feed into your dog “checking out"
• Reinforcement and why it’s so important
• Centering behavior on core motor skills to set your dog up for success
• What it looks like when your dog is checking out
• Tips on helping you stay consistent in reinforcing your dog

Resources and Links:

• Visit our Inspire K-9's website & see the most up-to-date class schedules.
• Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!

Mike Shikashio's Workshop:

To learn more about Mike and what he does, visit his website AgressiveDog.com

This workshop will run from 9 am-5pm on both Saturday and Sunday. Lunch IS included! The ticket cost is just $300.00! We are so excited for you to join us for this AMAZING opportunity!!

Click here to reserve your spot OR you can email us at: info@inspirek9s.com for more information!

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner & Trainer talks today about babies, kids, and dogs and how to set them up for success in every situation! Joining Megan for this episode are her own two boys, LB and Charlie! They give you an inside perspective of a child as to what they have learned about dogs and how to be respectful of their boundaries. This is a great episode for your own children to listen to so they can learn alongside them. Megan also talks about some helpful tips to help set up your home for success as you prepare your dog for a new baby and tips for kids and dogs as they grow. This episode is one the whole family can enjoy, and we are so excited to help you set both your kids and dogs up for long-term success!

We discuss topics such as:

LB and Charlie discuss:

• How they say “Hi” to a dog
• Why they don’t approach dogs they don’t know
• What to do when you see a service or working dog
• Tips on petting dogs
• Feeding dogs
• What they want other kids to know who may be starting out in training
• Wagging tails and what they can really mean

Other topics:

• Setting up your home when you’re expecting
• What to do when you bring your baby home for the first time
• Helping kids learn how to respect your dog’s boundaries
• How you can involve your kids in training your dog

Resources and Links:

• Visit our Inspire K-9's website & see the most up-to-date class schedules.
• Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!
• For more information or fun games to play with dogs and kids, visit the Miss Behavior Training website.

Mike Shikashio's Workshop:

To learn more about Mike and what he does, visit his website AgressiveDog.com

This workshop will run from 9 am-5pm on both Saturday and Sunday. Lunch IS included! The ticket cost is just $300.00! We are so excited for you to join us for this AMAZING opportunity!!

Click here to reserve your spot OR you can email us at: info@inspirek9s.com for more information!

 

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner & Trainer talks today about Canine adolescents!

Do you ever wonder what happened to that perfect little puppy you brought home, or do you have an adolescent dog that you’re not sure how to socialize? If you’ve answered yes, then you’re in the right place today because we’re going to talk about all the changes your puppy will go through and how to find the right dogs to socialize with. Megan talks through some helpful tips to help you navigate this stage of your puppy’s life so we can make sure that we're setting them up to be the most successful dog that they can be, once they've worked through this adolescent stage. If this is something you struggle with, then this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

We discuss topics such as:

• Last impacts of negative play experiences during adolescents
• Setting your puppy up for success
• Why other dogs may start to treat your dog differently as they grow into adolescents
• When your young adolescent puppy starts to test the boundaries of appropriateness when interacting with other dogs
• Finding appropriate play dogs
• Avoiding the wrong playmates
• Tips on preventing your adolescent dog from making poor decisions during play

Resources and Links:

Visit our Inspire K-9's website & see the most up-to-date class schedules.

Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!

 

Mike Shikashio's Workshop:

To learn more about Mike and what he does, visit his website AgressiveDog.com

This workshop will run from 9 am-5 pm on both Saturday and Sunday. Lunch IS included! The ticket cost is just $300.00! We are so excited for you to join us for this AMAZING opportunity!!

Click here to reserve your spot OR you can email us at: info@inspirek9s.com for more information!

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner & Trainer talks again with Laura Gendron, owner of Miss Behavior Training & Louise Daigle, owner of Red Pointy Dog Training in their third, Dog Trainer Round Table episodes.  Laura is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, & holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and an Associate’s degree in Animal Science.  She worked as a Veterinary Technician for 10 years and offers Virtual Coaching and Training for you and your family dog. Louise graduated from UNH in 2012 with a degree in Applied Animal Science. From there she went on to work at the New Hampshire SPCA where she trained shelter dogs and taught a wide array of classes. A few years later she began work at the Lakes Region Humane Society creating a Behavior Rehabilitation Program where they take in dogs with undesirable behaviors, train them, and find them homes. Her work involved assessing each dog and creating a behavior modification plan for their specific needs. Louise now runs Red Pointy Dog Training full time with her fiancée, Jake, and offers a wide array of services to the community.  Join them today as they talk about what to look for when you’re searching for a  dog trainer, the questions to ask, and the red flags to look for so you can find the best one to fit your learning style, your dog’s personality, your goals, and needs.  There is a trainer out there to fit every dog and human team to reach your goals and help your dog become the best version of themselves! 

We discuss topics such as:

• What to look for when looking for a dog trainer on social media
• What to look for on a dog trainers’ website
• The different types of certifications for dog trainers
• The importance of filling out the behavior forms on your dog trainer’s website
• Questions to ask when talking with a prospective dog trainer
• The big RED FLAGS to look for
• The things that are worth looking for in a dog trainer

Resources and Links:

Visit our Inspire K-9's website & see the most up-to-date class schedules.

Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!

Red Pointy Dog Training with Louise Daigle- Visit their website here. 

Miss Behavior Training: Visit their website here. 

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner & Trainer talks today about fear, reactivity, thresholds, and desensitization!  Do you have a fearful or reactive dog?  Most dogs have these reactions at some point in their life and today Megan goes in-depth on each type of reaction and how we can help our dogs in these situations, so they have a successful outcome. Megan talks about common triggers that elicit these reactions, ways to manage them, and why your relationship with your dog is so important in the process of helping them overcome their fears and the way they respond to these triggers. If this is something you struggle with, with your dog, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

We discuss topics such as:

• What are the reasons behind your dog’s reactions?
• Conflict based, fear-based, predatory, and territorial reactions
• Idiopathic reactions and what is important to consider when your dog has this response
• Common triggers that can initiate these reactions and how to identify them
• Management tools to use until you can get into a trainer for help
• Biting
• Over-reactivity and threshold points
• Why your relationship with your dog is so important
• Timeouts and how to use them

Resources and Links:

Visit our Inspire K-9's website & see the most up-to-date class schedules.

Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!

Check out Jean Donaldson’s book, Culture Clash: A Revolutionary New Way of Understanding the Relationship Between Humans and Domestic Dogs

 

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner & Trainer talks today about the Lima Hierarchy!  Have you ever heard of it before?  Well, most people haven’t.  According to the CCPDT website, “LIMA describes a trainer or behavior consultant who uses the least intrusive, minimally aversive strategy out of a set of humane and effective tactics likely to succeed in achieving a training or behavior change objective. LIMA adherence also requires consultants to be adequately educated and skilled in order to ensure that the least intrusive and aversive procedure is used.” So come join Megan today as she teaches you her approach to training and deep dives into each level of the pyramid to give you real-life examples and how to help your dog achieve the desired behavior by giving them alternative skills to respond appropriately in all situations.

We discuss topics such as:

• What is the Lima Hierarchy?
• Are you positive? How does changing your approach benefit your dogs’ behavior?
• Where to start on the pyramid and why it’s important
• What do nutrition, wellness, and medical issues have to do with training?
• The next tier…how the environment can affect behavior and what we can do to manage it
• My favorite! Positive Reinforcement Training!
• Help with differential reinforcement
• The difference between negative reinforcement and negative punishment
• Positive punishment and why it should not be used
• Why the pyramid is helpful in preventing learned helplessness

Resources and Links:

• Visit our Inspire K-9's website & see the most up-to-date class schedules.
• Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!
• Learn more about the Lima Hierarchy here!
• Miss Behavior Training: Visit their website here.  

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner & Trainer talks again with Laura Gendron, owner of Miss Behavior Training & Louise Daigle, owner of Red Pointy Dog Training in our first of many, Dog Trainer Round Table episodes.  Laura is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, & holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and an Associate’s degree in Animal Science.  She worked as a Veterinary Technician for 10 years and offers Virtual Coaching and Training for you and your family dog. Louise graduated from UNH in 2012 with a degree in Applied Animal Science. From there she went on to work at the New Hampshire SPCA where she trained shelter dogs and taught a wide array of classes. A few years later she began work at the Lakes Region Humane Society creating a Behavior Rehabilitation Program where they take in dogs with undesirable behaviors, train them, and find them homes. Her work involved assessing each dog and creating a behavior modification plan for their specific needs. Louise now runs Red Pointy Dog Training full time with her fiancée, Jake, and offers a wide array of services to the community.  Join them today as they talk about the different dog training options out there and how to find the best one to fit your learning style, your dog’s personality, your goals, and needs.  There is a trainer and training style out there to fit every dog and human team to reach your goals and help your dog become the best version of themselves!  If you’ve ever wondered if there’s something out there that would fit your needs, you won’t want to miss this episode!

We discuss topics such as:

• Quick tips for dog owners that they should either ask or pay attention to when they're going and exploring a dog training service or dog coaching service.
• The different types of dog training services.
• Pros and cons of group classes.
• Pros and cons of one-on-one/private training.
• Pros and cons of virtual training.
• Pros and cons of day or In-Home Training with transfer sessions.
• Where to start with finding the best fit for you and your dog.

Resources and Links:

Visit our Inspire K-9's website & see the most up-to-date class schedules.

Red Pointy Dog Training with Louise Daigle- Visit their website here. 

Miss Behavior Training: Visit their website here.  

Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!

Join us in today’s episode as Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner, and Trainer talks with two of her 4H students, Katie and Rissa, about dog training at a young age. Learn how they got into the dog world, what they like about training and working with their dogs and how anyone, at any age, can do this and get involved.  This episode will be one to make you laugh, learn about how the next generation can be involved in dog sports and give you the inspiration to try something new, even if you’re not good at it initially.  So come join them today! You’ll be so glad you did!

We discuss topics such as:

• One thing they wish they had known before they started working with their dogs that they want others to know before they get one.
• Get to know the dogs they are training and what they love most about their dogs.
• What made them want to continue diving more into dog training and the sparks that ignited that passion.
• Their favorite memory of their dogs.
• What they have accomplished with their dogs that they never thought they could.
• Their advice and encouragement to other children or young adults who may be thinking about diving into working with their own dogs.
• Learn what their dogs’ favorite things to do would be “if” they could talk!
• The doors and opportunities that have opened for them since starting 4H and dog training.
• Learn their biggest takeaways from today’s episode.

Resources and Links:

If your child would like to become involved with 4H in your area but you aren’t sure where to get started, visit their website here.

If you're interested in classes or learning more about Inspire K9's please visit our website here.

Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!

So, what is reinforcement for dogs? Think you know? Guess again! Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner and Trainer talks today about Reinforcement! Learn from Megan as she continues her series on communication and shares how dogs view reinforcement differently than humans and how we can learn to reinforce the dogs in front of us effectively to modify the behaviors or patterns that we may accidentally be reinforcing. Join Megan as she gives us insight into how to encourage the behavior we want and to help your dog continue to grow their skillset so we can continue to develop our relationship with them! You won’t want to miss this episode!

We discuss topics such as:

• What IS reinforcement?
• What is the difference between good, bad, and general reinforcement?
• How to reinforce your dog?
• Why do we reinforce?
• When do we reinforce?
• What’s your verbal marker queue?
• How to reward the correct way so your dog knows the placement of their reward.
• How long should you reinforce a dog for their behavior?

Resources and Links:

If you're interested in classes or learning more about Inspire K9's please visit our website here.

Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner and Trainer talks today about Body Language! Learn from Megan as she shares the different levels of body language dogs can show us, how to spot them and what to do to make sure you and your dog are communicating effectively so you can help them modify these behaviors. Megan will also deep dive into the differences between each type of signal, what your dog’s body language may be telling you, and give practical examples to effectively work through the behavior. Join Megan today to gain insight into body language so you can help create a safe space for your dog and know how to prevent these stressors in the future! You won’t want to miss this episode!

We discuss topics such as:

• Body Language: A different type of communication and how to spot it!
• What are the different types of body language?
• How to know the subtle signals and what they mean.
• How to spot your dog’s cues to help them in any situation.
• How to spot the more moderate body language signals.
• How to spot severe body language signals and what are they?
• How to modify the behaviors behind the calming signals.
• Cut-off cues and what they mean.

Resources and Links:

If you're interested in classes or learning more about Inspire K9's please visit our website here.

Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner and Trainer talks today about Barking! Everyone’s favorite topic!  Learn from Megan as she shares WHY dogs bark, the purpose of it, and how to effectively manage dogs who tend to bark a lot. She teaches how to help set realistic expectations, based on “the dog in front of you”, that will set you and your dog up for success in the future.  Megan will also deep dive into the differences between each type of bark, how your dog’s breed may contribute to barking, and give you key points on how to effectively work through the behavior. If you’re stressed and pulling your hair out because of a barking dog in your home, know you’re not alone.  Join Megan today to gain insight into this behavior and learn the strategies to effectively manage barking to create a more peaceful environment! You won’t want to miss this episode!

We discuss topics such as:

• Why do dogs bark?
• What are the different types of barks?
• What is the purpose of barking?
• How can you get a dog to stop barking?
• What are some of the reasons dog’s bark?
• What are the best ways to manage barking?

Resources and Links:

If you're interested in classes or learning more about Inspire K9's please visit our website here.

Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner and Trainer talks today about the importance of Expectations! Realistic, Unrealistic, and Assumed.  Learn from Megan as she touches on last week’s episode, “How To Train The Dog In Front Of You”, and then shares how to set realistic expectations that will set you and your dog up for success in the future.  Megan will also deep dive into the key differences between each type of expectation, how you can have a different mindset when it comes to setting them, and challenges you to make your goals, evaluate those goals and make sure these are goals that you and your dog are capable of meeting. And if not, that’s okay too!  She will discuss the different avenues you can take to help you evaluate ways to make it capable and evaluate options to help set expectations to set your dog up for success!  You won’t want to miss this episode!

We discuss topics such as:

• What are expectations?
• What can we put on our dogs?
• What can we not put on our dogs?
• What is realistic?
• What is unrealistic and how can humans evaluate that?
• Do dogs think like humans?
• What behaviors are you reinforcing that may have allowed your dogs’ behavior not to meet your expectations?
• How do dogs like to learn and think?
• When is it right to put expectations on our dogs?
• Do dogs have expectations?

Resources and Links:

If you're interested in classes or learning more about Inspire K9's please visit our website here.

Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner and Trainer talks today about the importance of learning to Train The Dog In Front of You.  Over her break, Megan was able to spend some time thinking of her own goals for 2022 and reflected on what that might mean to her.  She realized that all the goals she came up with, were from the dogs that were right in front of her!  Learn from Megan as she shares what you can also learn from your dogs.  Megan will also deep dive into the key differences between dogs and how they learn, what drives them, what reinforces them, how they survive, and understanding what your dog(s) purpose is.  You won’t want to miss this episode!

The Dog Owners Guide Podcast: Train The Dog In Front of You

We discuss topics such as:

• What Megan’s goals are for 2022
• How using a dog’s mindset can help you:

1. Be more present in the moment
2. Be more mindful of others and our surroundings
3. Not set high expectations for yourself and those around you, but realistic and manageable expectations.

• Her biggest goal she challenges you with this year for you and your dog
• What the key differences are within dogs that may help you learn their learning styles, drives, reinforcement (how we pay them), how they survive and understanding the purpose that your dog was bred for
• How to use “breed bias” for you to help your dog learn the way they need
• How to help you think about who is training your dog and their abilities to know what YOUR dog needs and enlisting the help of a trainer, if needed, to help you be more successful in understanding your dog, how to teach them, how their drive is and what the reinforcement style is

Resources and Links:

If you're interested in classes or learning more about Inspire K9's please visit our website here.

Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner and Trainer talks today about the impact that temperament testing a puppy or dog prior to adoption can have on their success in their new home.  Join Megan today as she deep dives into the ins and outs of the Volhard Temperament test and find out how her newest litter did on the test.  She was surprised too!  You won’t want to miss this episode if you’ve been considering getting a puppy from a breeder or an adult from the shelter.  Having the right dog for your family is vital to the success of your newest family member. 

Resources and Links:

To learn more about Miss Behavior Dog Training, click here.

To learn more about the Volhard Temperament Test, click here.

If you're interested in classes or learning more about Inspire K9's please visit our website here.

Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner and Trainer talks with Dr. Amanda Stanfield about the impact the Training and Veterinary teams can have on your dogs’ next veterinary visit. Dr. Amanda Stanfield grew up in Southern, NH on a small hobby farm. Growing up she dreamed of becoming a large animal veterinarian and excitedly decided to pursue this career at Oklahoma State University both for her bachelor’s degree and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. She had always been passionate about, and witness to, the profound impact animals can have on our lives. During her studies, she realized she wanted to pursue small-animal medicine to promote and foster the special bond animals and humans share. Now Dr. Stanfield practices small animal medicine in Seabrook, NH, and is passionate about understanding our pets’ behaviors plus making sure owners are educated on how to raise their pets in order to build a stronger, healthier bond. At home, she and her husband have 2 amazing dogs (including a golden retriever they are training to be a therapy dog) and 1 incredible cat.  Join them today, as they discuss how different ways working together as a team which includes, pet parents, dog trainers & veterinarians will impact your dog’s next veterinary visit.  You won’t want to miss this episode if you have a dog that struggles with anxiety at the vet, you want tips & tricks to find a veterinarian that is right for you, or you want to learn more about how dog trainers can work alongside veterinarians to create an atmosphere of compassion & care for our four-legged friends.

We discuss topics such as:

• The one thing Dr. Stanfield wished she had known before getting her first dog that she wants other people to know.
• Some of the most common questions pet parents could ask if they are seeking out a good veterinarian to provide care for their pets.
• Stanfield’s recommendations to pet parents to talk to their trainers about to help with their experience in their vet.
• What should a pet parent do at a visit? What's helpful for them to do and when shouldn't they help?
• What the most common thing pet parents misunderstand about what veterinarians do and the common misunderstanding between veterinary staff and clients
• Standfield gives insight into ways a pet parent can develop a relationship with their veterinarian
• Stanfield discusses, from a medical standpoint, if there is or is not a benefit to spaying & neutering with aggression or energy level.
• How she determines when pharmaceutical intervention is needed for behavioral issues.
• The three key points that Dr. Stanfield hopes listeners take from this episode.

Resources and Links:

If you're interested in classes or learning more about Inspire K9's please visit our website here.

Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner & Trainer talks with Laura Gendron, owner of Miss Behavior Training & Louise Daigle, owner of Red Pointy Dog Training in our first of many, Dog Trainer Round Table episodes.  Laura is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, & holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and an Associate’s degree in Animal Science.  She works as a Veterinary Technician and offers Virtual Coaching and Training for you and your family dog. Louise graduated from UNH in 2012 with a degree in Applied Animal Science. From there she went on to work at the New Hampshire SPCA where she trained shelter dogs and taught a wide array of classes. A few years later she began work at the Lakes Region Humane Society creating a Behavior Rehabilitation Program where they take in dogs with undesirable behaviors, train them, and find them homes. Her work involved assessing each dog and creating a behavior modification plan for their specific needs. Louise now runs Red Pointy Dog Training full time with her fiancée, Jake, and offers a wide array of services to the community.  In this episode, they discuss the things that brought them into dog training, what they love & dislike about it & so much more. As they bring you into their world of behind-the-scenes dog training you'll learn so much about what dog trainers face on a day-to-day basis, what they struggle with & you may even learn the way to their heart, and no, it's not through dogs!  You won’t want to miss this episode as you learn the behind-the-scenes life of dog trainers & what they experience every day.

The Dog Owners Guide Podcast: Dog Trainers Round Table

We discuss topics such as:

• What's one thing they wish they had known before getting their first dog that they want other people to know
• Learn why & how they got into dog training
• What one thing blew their mind when they first started training dogs
• What their favorite & least favorite thing are about being a dog trainer
• What their favorite personality traits are in the dogs they own
• What their favorite desserts are
• What they want people to know that they may not know about training their dogs.

Resources and Links:

Visit our Inspire K-9's website & see the most up-to-date class schedules.

Red Pointy Dog Training with Louise Daigle- Visit their website here. 

Miss Behavior Training: Visit their website here.  

Join our Inspire K-9's Facebook group today!  We'd love to have you!

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator & guest speaker, Lisa Caputo, Shelter Manager in NH, discuss the things to know & look for before picking a dog from a rescue.  Lisa spent over 15 years in animal welfare caring for and working with dogs of all shapes, sizes and temperaments and helping dog owners solve problems.  She helped place many dogs over the years and kept shelter pups happy with training and enrichment.  Today, she answers some of the most common questions she’s heard from pet parents like you, trying to find the best fit for their family. Join us today as Megan & Lisa give tips & insight into the shelter world.  If you’re considering finding a new dog to add into your family, you won’t want to miss today’s episode!

Todays episode covers questions such as:

• What's one thing that she wished she had known before getting her first dog that she wants other people to know or consider
• Why Lisa started shelter medicine
• What the difference between the Northern shelters and the Southern shelters are
• Why she feels it's so important to do research when you're getting a rescue dog or puppy before you commit to one
• What are some questions a person should be asking the rescue before they commit to a dog or commit to working with that rescue

• What are things that a person should really pay attention to if they're going to look at a dog
• What is the common thing people do that might not be the best thing to do when looking for a rescue
• If someone wants to volunteer at a rescue, what are things a volunteer should ask or look for before they volunteer with them
• What are THREE big take homes for dog pet parents to take from this episode

Resources and Links:

Puppy Selection Services: Contact us on our website https://inspirek9s.com/

Join our FB group at https://www.facebook.com/inspirek9s

Megan Arey, AAS, CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator Owner & Trainer talks with you about things to know before you pick a puppy from a breeder litter or rescue, either for your family, yourself, or a hobby. She deep dives into questions to ask, things to look for & some tips for breeders on exposing their litters to different situations & stimuli to test temperament allowing them to pair puppies with the best owners for their needs & help them be the most well-rounded dogs as they grow into adulthood. So, get out your pens & notepads & come alongside Megan as she gives you great tips about the things that you wish you had known, but didn't know before you get a puppy.

The Dog Owners Guide Podcast: 

Today we talk about:

• Researching dog breeds
• Checking for health & history
• Socializing puppies
• Going to the breeder or rescue to select your puppy
• Questions to ask your breeder or rescue
• What to let your breeder know when you’re looking for specific personality traits
• The types of temperaments to look for in puppies, based on what you’re looking for when you meet the litter for the first time

Resources and Links:

If you're interested in classes or learning more about Inspire K9s visit our website at www.inspirek9s.com

CHIC- Canine Health Information Center

Puppy Culture: Visit their website here

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