Exploring Control Unleashed with Angie Madden [Episode 230]

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06/17/24 • 53 min

In this episode of the Animal Training Academy Podcast, host Ryan Cartlidge welcomes the highly experienced and knowledgable Angie Madden. Angie is a Certified Control Unleashed Instructor whose career spans over three decades, including notable roles at Sea World Orlando and various zoos. With a training philosophy rooted in relationship building and communication, Angie shares her extensive journey from zookeeper to dog trainer and discusses the profound impact of Control Unleashed techniques.

In thie episode Angie delves into the Control Unleashed program developed by Leslie McDevitt, explaining some foundational behaviors and pattern games designed to help dogs learn to make good choices and build resilience.

Angie also highlights her upcoming workshops and presentations at the Unleash the Rainbow conference, where she will teach practical skills like the "Take a Breath" biofeedback protocol and Requested Approach Training (RAT). She emphasizes the importance of agency and control for dogs, illustrating how these techniques can improve both behavior and the human-animal bond.

This episode is packed with valuable knowledge for trainers and pet owners alike, showcasing Angie's dedication to spreading the word about Control Unleashed and her commitment to mentoring young trainers. Whether you're new to Control Unleashed or looking to deepen your understanding, this conversation will provide you with new tools and inspiration for your training toolbox.

LINKS

Unleash the Rainbow Conference >>> www.unleashtherainbow.com
Angie's website >>> www.dogspeakllc.com
Angie's YouTube Channel >>> https://www.youtube.com/@dogspeakllc
Angie's FaceBook page >>> https://www.facebook.com/DogSpeakLLCDogTraining
Angie's Email >>> [email protected]
TAB [Take a breath] video example: https://youtu.be/IHCfKsNNt8A
RAT Videos:
- https://youtu.be/LwSrl6_Y3hM?si=eDWDrZioFeDVRD1W
- https://youtu.be/2-gF5mLRpSM?si=b3ku9d3RXrl796Si
Leslie’s Fiends of Control Unleashed group on FB: >>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/419113494071244

LINKS

Unleash the Rainbow Conference >>> www.unleashtherainbow.com
Angie's website >>> www.dogspeakllc.com
Angie's YouTube Channel >>> https://www.youtube.com/@dogspeakllc
Angie's FaceBook page >>> https://www.facebook.com/DogSpeakLLCDogTraining
Angie's Email >>> [email protected]
TAB [Take a breath] video example: https://youtu.be/IHCfKsNNt8A
RAT Videos:
- https://youtu.be/LwSrl6_Y3hM?si=eDWDrZioFeDVRD1W
- https://youtu.be/2-gF5mLRpSM?si=b3ku9d3RXrl796Si
Leslie’s Fiends of Control Unleashed group on FB: >>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/419113494071244

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Creating Balance in Multi-Dog Homes with Sarah Stremming [episode 229]

In this episode of the Animal Training Academy podcast, host Ryan Cartlidge welcomes back Sarah Stremming, a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant with nearly two decades of experience in dog training and behavior, and 25 years competing in dog sports. Sarah, who holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Colorado State University, shares has extensive hands-on experience working in various professional settings including daycares, boarding kennels, veterinary clinics, and shelters. Known for her compassionate and knowledgeable approach, Sarah provides valuable insights into achieving household harmony in multi-dog homes.

This episode arose from a question posed by a member of the Animal Training Academy's members only Facebook community - concerning challenges they faced in multi-dog households. Sarah therefore shared information about her online course, 'Household Harmony,' with our community members, focusing on fostering harmonious relationships between dogs to prevent conflict.

Motivated by that Facebook post, we created this episode to unpack the components of Sarah's online course for our wider ATA community, understanding how challenging multi-dog households can be! In the episode, Sarah delves into the complexities of multi-dog living, addressing natural canine behavior, resource management, and strategies for maintaining peace and reducing stress within the home.

Listeners will gain practical advice on creating a "culture of abundance" for their dogs, ensuring that resources are plentiful to minimise competition and conflict. Sarah also emphasises the importance of training core skills such as stationing, name recognition, and recall to manage and prevent conflicts effectively. Through her personal anecdotes and professional experiences, Sarah offers a wealth of knowledge to help dog owners create a more harmonious living environment for their pets.

Join Ryan and Sarah as they explore the intricacies of multi-dog households and provide actionable tips to help you and your dogs live together peacefully.

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[Episode 231] Susan Friedman & Rick Hester - Exploring the LIMA model

In this episode of the Animal Training Academy Podcast, host Ryan Cartlidge is joined by the esteemed Dr. Susan Friedman and Rick Hester. Dr. Friedman, a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Psychology at Utah State University, has been a trailblazer in the field of animal behavior, with her work translated into over 15 languages and her influence felt globally. Rick Hester, the Curator of Behavioral Husbandry at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and adjunct faculty member at Colorado State University, has been collaborating with Dr. Friedman since 2015 to deepen the understanding of behavior analysis and its application to animal care.

Topics discussed in this episode:

The origins of LIMA (Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive).
Adoption of LIMA in animal training and its significance.
Ethical considerations of applying LIMA in training practice.
The continuum of intrusiveness in training procedures.
Importance of providing animals with control over their outcomes.
Differences in the interpretation and application of LIMA.
Insights from Dr. Friedman's and Rick Hester.
Future directions and ongoing developments in ethical animal training.

Learn more from Dr Friedman and get in touch with both her and Rick here >>> https://www.behaviorworks.org/

Animal Training Academy - Exploring Control Unleashed with Angie Madden [Episode 230]

Transcript

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Welcome to the Animal Training Academy podcast show. I'm your host, Ryan Carledge, and I'm passionate about helping you master your animal training skills using the most positive and least intrusive approaches. Here at ATA, we understand that navigating the vast challenges you encounter in training requires a comprehensive base of knowledge and experience. It's common to face obstacles and rough patches on your journey that can leave you feeling overwhelmed and stress