cockapoo

Puppy classes are awesome when done right and through a good source, but are they enough? Is it about you or your puppy?

When getting a dog or thinking about the addition of a new family member, do you think about the relationship you will have. 

So many terms are thrown around, between 'Alpha' to 'Pack Leader', it is so interesting to then hear 'Mum' or 'Dad'... 

We as trainers definitely take the parent approach, let's guide our dogs and help them in this human wired world, show them how to handle and be, not expect and punish! 

Labels... Balanced trainers... Lima.... Positive Reinforcement..... Comp *Cough Dog Daddy* ulsion trainers.... Let's focus on goals, ethics and morals, nobody in the industry should be looking to hurt dogs, so let's focus on happiness and the goals of each family and individuals.

-Supreme Tails-
The Muzzle's Off
S1/E2- DOG DADDY

Warning- Breed Stereotypes Included! Don't worry, these are powerful and amazing insights in to being prepared for some of the areas your new family member will surprise you! 

Did you do your breed research before committing to your dog joining your family? Have you taken the time to get to know who your dog actually is? Not a concept we often think about, we focus on training basic obedience and potty training, but remember, dogs have hobbies too, let's embrace them! Being 'best friends' is a MUTUAL effort!

Our Promise- We love all breeds, naturally some we click with more than others and that's the beauty of purpose breeding! However, everything mentioned is to bring awareness and embrace the dogs we have, no other reasons accepted, we love all the spicy doggies out there and their amazing owners who love them lots!

-Supreme Tails-
The Muzzle's Off
S1/E1-I HATE MY DOG

Answers are coming fast and furious on part one of Corinne's interview with Dr. Em of Vet Med Corner, known for her popular – and trustworthy – weekly YouTube advice program. The Canadian veterinarian is answering Host Corinne Gearhart’s Top Ten questions about how to nourish our Doodles in the perennial quest to keep them fit, strong and – most of all – happy!

• “People can call themselves dog nutritionists, pet nutritionists – anything – and none of those titles are protected at all. Any person can slap that label on themselves and run.” (Dr. Em)

You’ll learn how to assess prescription dog food, whether it’s worth the expense, and why consulting reputable sources is so important. Dr. Em also shares her thoughts on how to help our pets maintain a healthy weight; highlights helpful tools and resources; and offers science-based tips that will keep even the most finicky eaters on track for long-term vibrancy and great health!

KEY TOPICS:

• Word to the Wise: Check the credentials on your “pet nutritionist.” Anyone can claim that label without having to meet any regulatory requirements. Look for an international diplomate or PhD training.
• Question #1: Is It True that Vets Only Get One Hour of Nutrition Training?
• Question #2: What’s the Deal with Prescription Dog Food?
• Question #3: Are Veterinary Foods Superior?
• Question #4: Is There Really a Difference Between Puppy and Adult Dog Foods?

Tune in for part two next week to learn answers to questions like:

• Where Should We Go for Reputable, Reliable Advice?
• Is "Human-Grade" dogfood special?
• How can I get my Doodle to eat the right food?
• Is it okay to use "toppers" to dress up a meal?
• How do I figure out exactly how much to feed my Doodle? 

QUOTABLE:

• “I do not have time, funding or the knowledge to make medications myself, to make foods myself or make machines that read bloodwork. I need products in order to support my patients.” (Dr. Em)
• “We use our education and our reading and consulting with experts in order to formulate the best treatment plans we can.” (Dr. Em)
• “(Look) for people with actual expertise and be really critical about where information is coming from.” (Dr. Em)
• “The majority of experts will agree on the majority of things. If you find a lone voice going against the majority of experts, the likelihood of them being correct is incredibly low.” (Dr. Em)

RELEVANT LINKS/RESOURCES:

• More of Dr. Em’s thought leadership and link available here.
• Read Petfoodology, the comprehensive pet nutrition blog published by Tufts University’s Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine.
•  Learn about the World Small Animal Veterinary Association. 

Do you know your doodle's learning style? Take our free quiz to find out and make training together easier and more fun! Visit https://thedoodlepro.com/learning now!

Visit instagram.com/thedoodlepro for behind-the-scenes peeks at the doodles Corinne works with daily!

Enjoy our free gift to you. The Doodle Coat “Must Haves” Cheat Sheet at https://thedoodlepro.com/musthaves/

If you’ve ever wanted to know what your Doodle groomer is really thinking (or why you’re having difficulty getting on the same page), this episode of The Doodle Pro™ Podcast is for you! Host Corinne Gearhart welcomes River Lee, a sought-after speaker and owner of The Savvy Groomer, who is lifting the curtain on what goes on behind the scenes. You’ll get answers to questions like: 

• How often should Doodles be groomed and starting at what age?
• Why does grooming cost so much?
• What level of skill do dog stylists require – and what occupational stress do they endure? 
• What are current trends shaping the grooming industry?
• Why do groomers hate Doodles? (Spoiler Alert: They don’t.)
• How can Doodle Parents make life easier all the way around?

River, who is both a master grooming technician and business coach, shares insights into why Doodle hair maintenance isn’t as straightforward as you might imagine; how a pandemic influx of large, high-maintenance dogs and shop closings/retirements has generated a grooming vacuum; and where we can do better in terms of setting up our Doodles, our groomers and ourselves for success. As you’ll learn, it all starts with defining terms clearly, communicating consistently and setting realistic expectations all the way around. “If you build a relationship with your groomer, you’re going to be so much happier,” says River. “We all love the dogs. It’s a matter of coming together and bridging the gaps!”

Want to know how to brush the RIGHT way before your next grooming appointment? Then click here to listen to Episode #6 and find out everything you need to!

KEY TOPICS:

• Question #1: What are the trends in the grooming industry as a whole and why is it so hard to get an appointment?
• Question #2: Why is Doodle grooming so expensive?
• Question #3: What do requests for hand scissoring mean in terms of groomers?
• Question #4: How has the Doodle Deluge impacted groomers? :
• Word of Advice: If your dog isn’t accustomed to grooming from a young age, they will always be stressed by the environment (and likely their coat badly matted as well).
• Question #5: What does it mean to emphasize “humanity over vanity”?
•  Question #6: Why is the “blow-out” so important (and challenging)?
• Question #7: What can Doodle Parents do to prepare their dogs for the groomer?
• Question #8: What are the top tips for keeping our Doodles from getting shaved?
• Question #9: What’s the optimal grooming schedule for committed Doodle Parents?
• Question #10: What are we doing that drives Doodle groomers crazy?

Do you know your doodle's learning style? Take our free quiz to find out and make training together easier and more fun! Visit https://thedoodlepro.com/learning now!

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Doodles speak a different dialect than other breeds- we are here to help you decode their ways of communicating with us and other dogs!

“I found it so reassuring that you've worked with all these different species and, now that you specialize in pet training, you’ve validated sometimes our doodles are harder.” - Corinne Gearhart

“People need to learn how to speak dog. We are living with these wonderful four-legged friends every day and if we aren't speaking their communication and having a trusted relationship back and forth, there's something missing.” - Emily Martin

SUMMARY:

When you post that adorable photo of your doodle on social media, do you see what others are seeing? Can you read the doggie body language? (If you’re not sure, try taking the free quiz at this link!) This episode of The Doodle Pro™ Podcast – the first of a two-part exploration – is all about understanding the ways in which our treasured pets communicate with us, other humans and their doggy friends!  Emily Martin, owner and head trainer at Pawsitively Pets, is teaching us how to start reading the look in our doodle’s eyes, the anxiety behind certain body movements or facial expressions. You’ll come away with actionable tips, great resources and lots to think about the next time you’re watching your doodle interact at the dog park. And don’t miss Episode #40, a follow-up that will be full of lots more lessons about how you can learn to speak fluent doodle. It just takes awareness and some practice!

If you’d like to listen to, rate or review previous episodes of The Doodle Pro™ Podcast, please visit us here. And a full transcript of this episode is available at this link.

“(Dogs) all speak dog. Yes. But there's going to be some differences in the way that they speak and the way that they communicate.” (Emily)

“Once you're fluent in dog body language, you can't stop hearing what the dogs are trying to say to you or to whoever they're around. And it's impossible to ignore what they're saying once you know it.” (Corinne)

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Do you know your doodle's learning style? Take our free quiz to find out and make training together easier and more fun! Visit https://thedoodlepro.com/learning now!

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In this part two of Corinne's conversation with Denver Paw School's owner and training manager, they to discuss why your doodle still continues to need training, even as an adolescent and an adult. Training and learning don't stop once they've finished one puppy socialization class.

That would be like your pulling your kid out after kindergarten and saying, "You've got your letters. You learned enough."

"With my now teenager, if I stopped addressing his learning needs at kindergarten, and even if I just kept reinforcing that kindergarten level, he'd be great at knowing his letters.
But by raising the level of enrichment and stimulation and growth and connection by working on that training together, my dog and I are still growing and solidifying our connection together." - Corinne Gearhart

They discuss why that's so important and what's going on when you have an adolescent doodle that knew how to sit or go into a down stay or not pull on the leash... And suddenly it seems like they forgot it all.

What is going on? They're here to share with you and let you know. If you want to know how to find a great facility, great training program, or a solid trainer, listen to part one of this interview, Episode 13. There, Denver Paw School shares with people all over the world the red flags to look for, when to run, and what to feel great about when you find  a facility or a training program

On this part 2 of our interview, the adolescent doodle questions will be addressed include:
- What is a dog's teenage phase?
- Is it normal for an adolescent dog to have increased reactivity, barking, jumping, biting, poor impulse control, or to stop listening?
- If they are more reactive or harder to control, should we stop socialization or going to public places?
- How do I find adolescent dog training classes near me?
- Why is my teenage dog driving me crazy and won't listen?

Sometimes there are doodles that struggle with overstimulation, like just absolutely over-aroused. Continuing on with socialization might be counterintuitive. But actually, if it's regimented and controlled in a way, I think that it can start to address some of those over-arousal situations." - Kathy Thorpe

"And I think that's probably one of the biggest things with teenagers is that some days they're like... super responsive and responding to every cue and look like a model citizen and they look like an adult dog. And then yes, the next day it's like, where did that dog go?  And it's all the rewiring, the brain is under construction." - Colleen Tekamp

Chapters:
-3:47 Working with adolescent doodles
-6:14 Teenage issues aren't your fault!
-6:52 Is socialization still needed at this age?
-9:42 Doodle's Extended Puppyhood & Adolescence
-13:54 Human side of the leash
-18:28 What if we do drop out after puppy kindergarten?

Do you know your doodle's learning style? Take our free quiz to find out and make training together easier and more fun! Visit https://thedoodlepro.com/learning now!

Test your Doodle Body Language knowledge with our FREE quiz!
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Visit instagram.com/thedoodlepro for behind-the-scenes peeks at the doodles Corinne works with daily!

This episode is great for doodle puppy parents and parents of adult and teenage doodles alike. The advice on selecting a quality, science-based program or trainer is helpful to all doodle parents at every stage!

Have you heard you should join a puppy class or that they need socialization, but don't know what that means, when you should start, or how to tell if it's a good one? This interview with top training facility Denver Paw School's Kathy Thorpe and Colleen Tekamp helps you learn what happens in puppy class, is puppy training class necessary, how long it takes, and the best time to start puppy socialization.

"You have to balance the safety of your puppy with the development of their personality and their ability to take on what they will be exposed to throughout their entire life."

- Kathy Thorpe, Owner of Denver Paw School

Questions answered include:
- What is puppy kindergarten?
- What do good puppy classes cover?
- When should puppy training start?
- Where to train puppies?
- How to approach puppy training at 8 weeks old?
- The best age to start puppy kindergarten?
- Is puppy training worth it?
- Is starting training at 4 or 6 months too late?

"We absolutely do not follow the same old school child rearing because we've grown so much as a culture. And the same holds true for dog training."

- Kathy Thorpe, Owner of Denver Paw School

Don't take your chances with any trainer or facility in the neighborhood and risk damage that might take years or a lifetime to undo. Feel confident about your choice and your commitment to your puppy's development. 

"Even 20, 30 years ago, they were really just in the backyard or, in the neighborhood or maybe got to ride in the car to take the kids to school. But now your dog is almost a fixture everywhere you're going and traveling... So we have to add that extra time to really give them a solid foundation of being calm and okay and happy in that variety and that socialization window is just your best opportunity to do it."

- Colleen Tekamp, Training Manager for Denver Paw School

• 08:54 How to identify a quality trainer or training program
• 11:22 Vet Association’s Position on Humane Dog Training
• 12:01 Red flags
• 13:57 We ALL love dogs and do the best we know
• 18:59 How to tell if a facility is safe for your dog
• 21:38 Importance of early puppy socialization
• 27:58 “Let them work it out” method
• 28:34 Second Dogs (listen to Episode 2 for more)
• 31:49 Classes are much more than playtime (and all playtime can be a bad thing!)
• 41:02 Teenage dogs need practice too
• 42:45 Listen to Pt. 2 on Episode 14 (released 10/11/22)

Do you know your doodle's learning style? Take our free quiz to find out and make training together easier and more fun! Visit https://thedoodlepro.com/learning now!

Test your Doodle Body Language knowledge with our FREE quiz!
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Visit instagram.com/thedoodlepro for behind-the-scenes peeks at the doodles Corinne works with daily!

The Doodle Pro™ Podcast is thrilled to celebrate International Doodle Dog Day! This episode celebrates all of the doodles and the fabulous people that love them!  

Today’s episode is airing 2 days early to celebrate this holiday and the next 5 weeks will feature bonus Thursday episodes devoted to each of today's most popular doodle breed mixes.  The longest running mixes Labradoodles and Goldendoodles each get a special episode. Then the most popular lapdog doodle Cavapoos (which Corinne is biased as that's her personal doodle Nestle’s mix!), followed by the more trendy mixes bernedoodles, aussiedoodles, and the latest trend on the scene, sheepadoodles. 

This episode dives into what makes doodles so unique, trends, and Corinne's personal path to doodles.

Enjoy The Doodle Pro™ surprise for you with her free exclusive Doodle Personality Quiz! https://thedoodlepro.com/personality

Chapters:
1:22 5 upcoming bonus episodes airing Thursdays

2:03 Short history of our doodles

4:20  Surge of doodles and trending mixes

5:34 Doodles to the allergy rescue!

7:22 Poodles, the OG's of allergy friendly dogs

8:03 Doodles led Corinne into her dog training career

8:39 Corinne's first personal doodle, cavapoo Nestle

9:19 Why not just get a poodle?  

9:48 Doodle Personality Quiz

Do you know your doodle's learning style? Take our free quiz to find out and make training together easier and more fun! Visit https://thedoodlepro.com/learning now!

Visit instagram.com/thedoodlepro for behind-the-scenes peeks at the doodles Corinne works with daily!

Have you wondered if your dog likes music, the right volume to play it, or what music is best for a relaxed dog?  On this episode with the Pet Calming Maestro, concert pianist and dog calming expert Lisa Spector, enjoy a private concert with the most relaxing music for dogs and learn relaxation solutions for your doodle!

Her music is played in over 1,500 shelters (increasing adoptions as the dogs are less anxious!) and is prescribed by veterinarians to help with general and separation anxiety.  Corinne The Doodle Pro™ plays this music daily in her home for doodles visiting for a Shed Free Stay™ in Denver, Colorado and is thrilled to spread the relaxation on both ends of the leash to doodle families all over the world with Lisa's dog calming piano music.

"I'll never forget this call from a shelter manager in Ohio and he was in tears and he said, Lisa, this is the first phone call from my desk I have been able to make in 10 years because it's finally quiet in here. Because your music has stopped the dogs from barking. Oh, and let me tell you about Trello. Trello has been in here a year. And finally, when he heard your music, he settled down and he got adopted and he is in his forever home now. And I just knew I had to get this out more." - Lisa Spector

Before playing a piece live by modern composer Zach Gulaboff Davis just for our podcast listeners, Lisa answers your questions including:

• Does music calm down a dog?
• How does dog calming music work?
• Do dogs like the tv left on and does leaving the tv on help dogs with anxiety?
• What's the best volume to listen to music to help a dog with anxiety?
• Where can you find free music that relaxes dogs?
• What sounds relax dogs?
• Does dog calming music really work?
• What is the most calming music for dogs during fireworks, thunderstorms or car rides?
• Is calming music good for dogs?
• What's the most anxiety reducing music for dogs?

Lisa gives our podcast listeners a streaming link to Dog Gone Calm, Vol. 1 along with a pdf with tips on using music to calm your dog's anxiety... separation, sound phobias, crate training, volume tips and more at myzenpet.com/tips.

Her Dog Gone Calm Club is opening it's doors for a short time in September, you may join the waitlist at myzenpet.com/waitlist. 

If you're looking for free calming dog music without ads on Alexa, Youtube, or Spotify, enjoy Lisa's  My Zen Pet's album Dog Gone Calm on all major streaming services. 

To join The Doodle Pro™ Society to enjoy bonus exclusives like Lisa's private concert or exclusive Q&A's with renowned experts, sign up for the waitlist at https://thedoodlepro.com/societywaitlist.

Want to learn more about helping dogs with anxiety? Listen to The Doodle Pro Podcast Episode 7: How to Stop Your Dog From Barking with Dr. Sif.

Do you know your doodle's learning style? Take our free quiz to find out and make training together easier and more fun! Visit https://thedoodlepro.com/learning now!

Test your Doodle Body Language knowledge with our FREE quiz!
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Visit instagram.com/thedoodlepro for behind-the-scenes peeks at the doodles Corinne works with daily!

In this quick episode, Corinne will walk you through the best doodle brushes, tools, and techniques to get your doodle the look you want while also keeping them comfortable and healthy.  She answers doodle parents top grooming questions including: 

• What's the best slicker brush and how do you use a brush on a doodle?
• What is the best grooming kit for a doodle?
• How often does a doodle need grooming?
• Why do groomers shave doodles' coats and why do they find mats even if I brush daily?
• Which is the best detangler and when do I need to use it?
• Can my doodle air dry after a bath?
• What cut should my doodle get if I want to skip brushing?
• Is your doodle embarrassed after grooming?
• How to take care of a doodle's hair?

This episode is great for all people brushing and grooming goldendoodles, bernedoodles, labradoodles, sheepadoodles, aussiedoodles, cockapoos, cavapoos, yorkiepoos, australian labradoodles, cobberdogs, Portuguese Water Dogs, maltipoos, mini-goldendoodles, mini-labradoodles, and all poodle and poodle mixed dogs and puppies. 

For our free gift, the Doodle Coat Must Haves Cheat Sheet, go to https://thedoodlepro.com/musthaves/

Do you know your doodle's learning style? Take our free quiz to find out and make training together easier and more fun! Visit https://thedoodlepro.com/learning now!

Visit instagram.com/thedoodlepro for behind-the-scenes peeks at the doodles Corinne works with daily!

The Steves discuss happy news and updates, from our first Christmas as dog dads, video games like Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Steve living his cheerleader fantasy.

We then welcome back Season One co-host, Brittany Jennings, to give us an update on how she has been since we last caught up on-air.

Stay tuned next week as we begin showcase the happiest things in pop culture, starting with our Thanksgiving Movie Marathon playlist next week!

In the meantime, join the conversation on Facebook at www.facebook.com/happylifepod.com or email us at happylifepod@gmail.com

Hello and welcome to this episode of Val Talk’s Pets!  

In this episode, I continue my deep dive into the disturbing and exploitive world of designer dogs . 

There will not be a pet peeves section this episode, but it will be back again in Episode 15. 

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Thanks for listening!

Hello and welcome to this episode of Val Talk’s Pets!  

Cockapoo, Havapoo, Newfypoo and Siberpoo.  No, although it may look like it, I'm not talking about different names to call a bodily function. These are names of designer dogs, and over the next two episodes we'll be deep diving into this disturbing and exploitive world. 

There will not be a pet peeves section this episode, but it will be back again in Episode 15. 

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To really help the show. please stop by iTunes and Rate and Review each episode that you find helpful/educational.

Email me at: val@valtalkspets.com with topics you think would be of interest or with any questions you may have.
Also, visit and be a part of my website at valtalkspets.com and help it grow!

Thanks for listening!

During a time of social distancing many Americans are ordering takeout from local restaurants now more than ever. If you live in Sarasota county check out some of our favorite restaurants that have been providing great service throughout this pandemic! Hosts Steve Bennet-Martin and Stephen Martin-Bennet also announce their Happy News of adopting a puppy- Remy, a cockapoo aka cockadoodle. In local Happy News a local returned home after 56 days abroad on a cruise ship, as found here: https://www.snntv.com/story/42135055/sarasota-man-reunited-with-family-after-56-days-on-cruise-ships

Restaurants mentioned in this episode:

Tsunami- Sushi and Hibachi in downtown Sarasota- 941-366-1033
Reyna's Taqueria- Near Beneva and Fruitville- 941-260-8343
China Garden- near Bahia Vista and US41 - 941-953-5888
Maharaja- Indian near University and Lockwood Ridge- 941-706-0793
SSam Bar- Korean near 301 and Fruitville 941-312-6269

Also mentioned by fans- Blue Moon Grill, La Plaza Mexican, Valentis Italian Restaurant, Daquiri Deck, and Origin! Thank you everyone for your feedback!

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