K9 Conservationists
Episodes
Ep. 49: Ethology with Kim Brophey
22 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kayla chats with Kim Brophey about the study of ethology, and how that creates a different framework with which to look at dog behavior.
Ep. 48: Behavioral Euthanasia Part 1
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kayla and Ursa discuss the tough topic of behavioral euthanasia for pet and shelter dogs.
Ep. 47: Mythbusting Part 3
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ursa and Kayla tackle MORE dog training myths, including: 1. Greeting a dog after an absence creates separation anxiety 2. You need to always end ...
Ep. 46: Functional Dog Breeding with Dr. Jessica Hekman
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kayla sits down with Dr. Jessica Hekman of the Functional Dog Collaborative to talk about breeding dogs for behavioral and physical health. They talk ...
Ep. 45: Can Dogs be Racist?
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kayla sits down with Jio and Taylor from Smart Bitch Dog Training, Curtis from Pet Parent Allies, and Allison from Dog Liaison to talk about whether o...
Ep. 44: Aggression in Dogs with Michael Shikashio
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kayla talks to Michael Shikashio about the Aggression in Dogs Conference and Michael's new podcast, The Bitey End of the Dog.
Ep. 43: Mythbusting Part Two
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Marissa, Ursa, and Kayla as they discuss dog training myths including: - Comforting a scared dog teaches the dog to be scared - A single dog ...
Ep 42: Myth-busting Part 1
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join all three of us, Ursa, Kayla, and Marissa discuss common dog training myths and what to do with your dog instead. They discuss topics such as soc...
Ep 41: Is Aggression Ever Really Fixed?
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we're going to be discussing a very complex and even controversial topic - is aggression ever "fixed"? This is a matter of extensi...
Ep 40: Education and Certifications for Trainers
18 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kayla and Marissa discuss continuing education opportunities and the importance of certifications. This episode is designed to help support your ...
Ep 39: Exotic Zoo Animals and Dogs!
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How does being an exotic animal trainer and zookeeper relate to dog training? Kayla Fratt and Emily Martin discuss how the zoo field has made Emily a ...
Ep 38: Case Study - Dealing with Anxiety, Fear & Reactivity
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode includes Kayla Fratt, of Journey Dog Training, interview her amazing client, Caroline. Caroline reached out to Kayla several months ag...
Ep 37: Separation Anxiety with Erin Jones
05 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Kayla sits down with Erin Jones to talk about separation anxiety. Erin wrote an e-book and created a course for Journey Dog Trai...
Ep 36: Splitting for Successful Training Sessions
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A good dog trainer and behavior consultant knows that taking your time and moving at the pace of the animal is the best way to go! It ensures success ...
Ep 35: Let them Sniff! Scent Enrichment
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Marissa Martino of Paws & Reward Dog Training and Kayla Fratt of Journey Dog Training discuss one of their favorite topics - scent enrichment! Li...
Ep 34: Types of Reinforcement for our Dogs
24 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Marissa Martino of Paws & Reward and Kayla Fratt of Journey Dog Training discuss a variety of reinforcements you can offer your ...
Ep 33: Plenty in Life is Free with Kathy Sdao
10 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Marissa Martino of Paws & Reward Dog Training in Boulder, CO interviews Kathy Sdao of Bright Spot Dog Training in WA. In today’s episode, they talk ...
Ep 32: What Should I Do With This Puppy?! With Megan Elizabeth
25 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kayla Fratt speaks to Megan Lundberg about puppy socialization and training. Megan works for The Canine Coach running their puppy days school program,...
Ep 31: Dog Park Design and its Effect on Behavior with Jennifer Berg
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ursa Acree speaks to Jennifer Berg with Oberhund Dog Services in Regina, Saskatchewan. In this episode, they discuss Jennifer’s study on dog park de...
Ep 30: House Training Your Puppy!
28 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kayla Fratt of Journey Dog Training and Marissa Martino of Paws & Reward discuss a puppy house training case and share their ideal house training...
Ep 29: Gut Health with Dr. Angie Krause
14 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Marissa Martino of Paws & Reward interview Dr. Angie Krause of Boulder Holistic Vet discuss the importance of supporting your dog's gut health fo...
Ep 28: Breeding dogs and socialization with Danielle Spady and Susanne Shelton PART 2
31 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kayla Fratt of Journey Dog Training interview Susanne Shelton of Austerlitz German Shepherds and Danielle Spady of Avid Aussies. They discuss neo...
Ep 27: Breeding dogs with Danielle Spady and Susanne Shelton PART 1
17 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kayla Fratt of Journey Dog Training interview Susanne Shelton of Austerlitz German Shepherds and Danielle Spady of Avid Aussies. They discuss the...
Ep 26: BONUS EPISODE: Compassionate Animal Care, the Buddhist Way with Sarah Beasley
13 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode includes Sarah Beasley, author of Kindness for All Creatures: Buddhist Advice for Compassionate Animal Care. Join us as we disc...
Ep 25: The Fallout of Punishment
03 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Most of our listeners know that Ursa, Kayla and Marissa are all positive reinforcement trainers, meaning they stay far away from punishment at all cos...
Ep 24: Drink With Your Dog! With Amber Quann
19 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kayla from Journey Dog Training interview Amber Quann of Summit Dog training in Fort Collins, CO. Amber has been training dogs for 17 years. She ...
Ep 23: Choosing the Perfect Dog!
05 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Marissa, Kayla and Ursa discuss the process of choosing a dog, introduce topics to consider and learn how they chose their loved ones!
Ep 22: What Would Dr. Pachel Say? Working with clients!
22 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode includes Marissa Martino and the amazing Dr. Chris Pachel, board certified veterinary behaviorist. In the last episode they joked ab...
Ep 21: Outnumbered! Living in a Multi-Dog Household
07 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
So you’re considering adding another dog to your household - or maybe you already have a crowd. In addition to more love, cuddles, and cute photos, ...
Ep 20: Crossover Training with Janee Moore
23 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kayla Fratt of Journey Dog Training, interview Janee Moore, owner of Boise Dog Sports in Boise, Idaho. In this episode, Janee and Kayla talk abou...
Ep 19: Top 5 behaviors we would teach every dog!
09 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kayla Fratt of Journey Dog Training, Ursa Acree, Co-owner of Canis Major Dog Training and Marissa Martino of Paws & Reward Dog Training discuss t...
Ep 18: Working with a Veterinary Behaviorist with Dr. Chris Pachel
26 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Marissa Martino as she interviews the amazing Dr. Chris Pachel! They discuss what a veterinarian behaviorist is, what the process is when working...
Ep 17: BONUS EPISODE: Kayla Moves to Montana to work for Workings Dogs for Conservation
14 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join the 3 of us as we gab and gush about Kayla's new job: Marketing and Communications Coordinator for Working Dogs for Conservation! We talk about t...
Ep 16: Street Dogs with Michael Shikashio
12 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kayla Fratt and Michael Shikashio discuss the behavior of street dogs. Find out how their behavior might be different (and the same) from the do...
Ep 15: "Drive" Myths with Sarah Dixon
29 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Kayla talks to Sarah Dixon about the concept of drive in dogs. Sarah is the president of the board of the International Association o...
Ep 14: The Great Outdoors with Pine Irwin
15 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Kayla and Pine talk about heading outdoors with their dogs. Our guest, Pine Irwin of Irwin Dog Training, specializes in outdoor ...
Ep 13: Discover Online Dog Training
01 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re talking about how remote or online dog training works. Kayla runs JourneyDogTraining.com, where she works exclusively with pe...
Ep 12: Common Treat Training Problems & How to Fix Them
17 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Marissa Martino and Ursa Acree discuss the the common problems pet owners run into when using food rewards during training. They walk through the...
Ep 11: Answering Listener Questions #1
03 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Kayla Fratt from Journey Dog Training covers five different Listener Questions about all sorts of dog behavior questions, including a...
Ep 10: What Behavior Consultants can Learn from Agility Trainers - with Sarah Stremming
20 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Kayla Fratt speaks to Sarah Stremming, owner of The Cognitive Canine and instructor at Fenzi Dog Sports Academy. They discuss the similarities and dif...
Ep 9: A Discussion on the "No Kill" Movement
06 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Ursa, Kayla and Marissa discuss the pitfalls of the "No Kill" movement in animal shelters. Ursa, Kayla, and Marissa all have animal sheltering ex...
Ep 8: Mechanics Matter - with Emily Strong
22 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Marissa Martino as she interviews dog trainer, Emily Strong of Beaks to Barks and First Train Home. Emily shares the 4 teaching strategies she...
Ep 7: How Medical Concerns Affect Behavior with Dr. Jennifer Summerfield
08 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Marissa Martino as she interviews Dr. Jennifer Summerfield, a dog trainer, veterinarian extraordinaire! Dr. Jennifer Summerfield discusses how me...
Ep 6: Deepening your Relationship with your Dog PART 2
25 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join author Marissa Martino of Human-Canine Behavior Connection discuss her book and the 6 relationship building principles necessary to enhance your ...
Ep 5: Deepening your Relationship with your Dog PART 1
11 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join author Marissa Martino of Human-Canine Behavior Connection discuss her book and the 6 relationship building principles necessary to enhance your...
Ep 4: A Case Study on Dog/Cat Introductions
25 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Ursa and Kayla as they discuss a case study from Kayla's private practice, Journey Dog Training. The case study involves Checkers, the cat, and ...
Ep 3: Preventing Reactivity and Aggression
11 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Marissa Martino and Kayla Fratt unpack how they prevent canine reactivity and aggression with their own dogs and the tools they use to support th...
Ep 2: 5 Things Trainers do Differently than Pet Parents
11 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Joins Ursa, Marissa and Kayla discuss the 5 things they do with their dogs that may be different than how most pet parents engage with their 4 legged...
Ep 1: Meet the Canine Conversations Crew!
08 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Canine Conversations Podcast: where we’re positively obsessed with behavior. Join certified dog trainers as we discuss case studies, ...