Season 1- Part 1 of 4 - Who the hell is Billie Groom?

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05/01/20 • 22 min

To avoid that "deer-in-the-headlights-look" as you venture through the mini-series, it is a good idea to hear how Billie's learning journey lead to the creation of UPWARD Dogology. This is not your average learning journey - no certifications, no set game plan, and no rules.
"My learning journey is my own, and I give full credit to the dogs who put their trust in me. My goal was to develop a solution to prevent behavioral surrender, euthanasia and abuse to adolescent and adopted dogs. In a twisted, somewhat backwards, journey, I accomplished that, and so much more."
Upward Dogology
Billie Groom | LinkedIn
UPWARD Dogology (@upwarddogology) • Instagram photos and videos
Upward Dogology | Facebook
Billie Groom with a rescue | Linktree
Thanks again to the musicians
Jeff Mertick | Facebook
Danielle Bourjeaurd | Facebook
Open Strum | Facebook
Brian John Harwood | Facebook

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Dog Training: Perception, Cognition, and Emotions | Psychology Today
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The Art of Urban People With Adopted and Rescued Dogs Methodology: Rescued Dogs: The Misunderstood Breed: Groom, Billie: 9781525547287: Books - Amazon.ca

Previous Episode

What is this Podcast all about and how is UPWARD Dogology changing the lives of dogs and people?

Welcome to UPWARD Dogology where I "Retrain Your Brain" and introduce you to the word of cognitive behavioural therapy for dogs over the age of 6 months.
As an industry distrUPtor for 34 years, you can expect this podcast to deliver information different from any other podcast. My approach to working with dogs has saved the lives of thousands of dogs and the sanity of hundreds of people each year.
Canine CBT is proven to decrease surrenders, increase successful adoptions, eliminate the need for aversive tools and methods, and decrease behavioral euthanasia.
Canine CBT is scientifically proven to effectively address behaviors common in dogs with checkered pasts, dogs in the adolescent stage, and behaviors associated with aggression and anxiety.
Canine CBT harnesses cognitive skills, increases our bond and communication, provides options, is creative, adaptable, and dogs love it!
This podcast dives deep into what Canine CBT is and how it is changing the world of dog training and rescue. Learn how it is different from other methodologies, and thereby, allowing us to effectively work with all dogs of all backgrounds and personalities.
Start your learning journey here! Enjoy Your Learning Journey!
Upward Dogology
Billie Groom | LinkedIn
UPWARD Dogology (@upwarddogology) • Instagram photos and videos
Upward Dogology | Facebook
Billie Groom with a rescue | Linktree
Thanks again to the musicians
Jeff Mertick | Facebook
Danielle Bourjeaurd | Facebook
Open Strum | Facebook
Brian John Harwood | Facebook

Next Episode

The Importance of Changing Your Mindset; How the Dog Industry Today Effects You and Your Dog

Welcome to episode 2 of the revamped season 1 (as of Sept, 2021)
In this episode, I share thought provoking information and stories to "retrain your brain", so you can easily absorb the information on UPWARD Dogology in the following episodes.
Mainstream dog training currently consists of methods adhering to Conventional Methodologies. These methods are effective and many dogs can go through their entire life with the guidance provided by Conditioning Methods. But for many dogs these methods can fall short after puppyhood. This is not the fault of the owner or trainer, or, of course, the dog!
This episode talks about how industry experts have effectively (and thankfully) diminished the popularity of negative methods and techniques, yet also recognize the need for a methodology that is non-aversive and effective with dogs over 6 months, and in particular, ones with a checkered or unconventional past. To start this process, it is necessary to open our minds to learning.
Upward Dogology
Billie Groom | LinkedIn
UPWARD Dogology (@upwarddogology) • Instagram photos and videos
Upward Dogology | Facebook
Billie Groom with a rescue | Linktree
Thanks again to the musicians
Jeff Mertick | Facebook
Danielle Bourjeaurd | Facebook
Open Strum | Facebook
Brian John Harwood | Facebook