Enrichment for the Real World
Pet Harmony Animal Behavior and Training
You've dedicated your life to helping animals- just like us.
Emily Strong was training praying mantids at 7.
Allie Bender was telling her neighbor to refill their bird feeder because the birds were hungry at 2.
You're an animal person; you get it.
We've always been animal people. We've been wanting to better animals' lives since forever, so we made a podcast for people like us.
Join Emily and Allie, the authors of Canine Enrichment for the Real World, for everything animal care- from meeting animals' needs to assessing goals to filling our own cups as caregivers and guardians.
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Top 10 Enrichment for the Real World Episodes
Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Enrichment for the Real World episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Enrichment for the Real World for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Enrichment for the Real World episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
#73 - How to Have Happier Vet Visits
Enrichment for the Real World
03/18/24 • 23 min
Last week we talked with Dr. Valli Parthasarathy about cooperative care for all species, and this week Allie and Emily talk about how to have happier vet visits.
In this implementation episode, Emily and Allie talk about:
- Why Wants Vs. Needs conversations are important
- Tips for thoughtful antecedent arrangement at the clinic
- How to determine if your pet does better with you or going in the back with the vet staff
You can find the full episode show notes here.
Does the feast or famine client booking cycle have you stressing?
One month you have so many clients that you can barely come up for air and the next you're wondering if this is the month you have to shut your business down because NO ONE is booking.
You need our Conquer Feast or Famine webinar. Sign up here today: https://petharmonytraining.com/conquer
#64 - David Roberts: Getting the Most Out of Your Dog's Enrichment Toys
Enrichment for the Real World
01/15/24 • 45 min
In this week's interview episode, we're joined by David Roberts of Ulti-Mutt Dog Toys!
In this episode, you’re going to hear Emily and David talk about:
- Data-driven processes for developing enrichment tools
- Meeting animals’ needs in cost-effective ways
- Troubleshooting dogs’ interest in toys
- Sacrificial shoes
You can find the full episode show notes here.
Does the feast or famine client booking cycle have you stressing?
One month you have so many clients that you can barely come up for air and the next you're wondering if this is the month you have to shut your business down because NO ONE is booking.
You need our Conquer Feast or Famine webinar. Sign up here today: https://petharmonytraining.com/conquer
#106 - Dr. Kelly Ballantyne: Combating Caregiver Burden
Enrichment for the Real World
02/24/25 • 69 min
We've said it before and we'll say it again- it's hard to care for individuals who need specialized care, and that includes pets with behavior challenges! In this episode, Board Certified Veterinary Behaviorist Dr. Kelly Ballantyne provides tips for combating caregiver burden, discusses the link between pain and behavior, and gives up-to-date information on anti-anxiety medication for adolescent animals.
You can find the full episode show notes here.
Does the feast or famine client booking cycle have you stressing?
One month you have so many clients that you can barely come up for air and the next you're wondering if this is the month you have to shut your business down because NO ONE is booking.
You need our Conquer Feast or Famine webinar. Sign up here today: https://petharmonytraining.com/conquer
#107 - How to Better Support Clients
Enrichment for the Real World
03/03/25 • 39 min
This one's for the pet professionals! Clients are integral to what we do and that means we need to make sure they're well-supported throughout the journey. In this episode, we explore the foundations of exemplary client care, including some tips to help you better support your clients even more.
You can find the full episode show notes here.
Does the feast or famine client booking cycle have you stressing?
One month you have so many clients that you can barely come up for air and the next you're wondering if this is the month you have to shut your business down because NO ONE is booking.
You need our Conquer Feast or Famine webinar. Sign up here today: https://petharmonytraining.com/conquer
#110 - Q&A: Enrichment Strategies for Pets with Allergies
Enrichment for the Real World
03/24/25 • 36 min
Anyone who has a pet with allergies knows that it can be rough to create an enrichment strategy that fits their needs. Depending on the type and severity of that allergy there can be a lot of restrictions. In this episode, we discuss the allergy journies we've gone on with our own dogs and how we've created enrichment strategies around allergy restrictions. After that, we tie in how we can measure success for allergy kiddos and non-allergy kiddos.
You can find the full episode show notes here.
Does the feast or famine client booking cycle have you stressing?
One month you have so many clients that you can barely come up for air and the next you're wondering if this is the month you have to shut your business down because NO ONE is booking.
You need our Conquer Feast or Famine webinar. Sign up here today: https://petharmonytraining.com/conquer
#81 - How to do a Sound Preference Test
Enrichment for the Real World
06/17/24 • 32 min
Last week we heard from Eileen Anderson, and one of the topics we discussed was understanding sound sensitivities and phobias. This week, we're going to dive further into how to do a sound preference test, and talk about implementation with the animals in your life.
In this implementation episode, Emily and Allie talk about:
- How dog snoring is the cutest, most heart meltiest sound
- How Emily and I have accidentally taught relaxation through sound
- Why the sleepy music stopped working
You can find the full episode show notes here.
Does the feast or famine client booking cycle have you stressing?
One month you have so many clients that you can barely come up for air and the next you're wondering if this is the month you have to shut your business down because NO ONE is booking.
You need our Conquer Feast or Famine webinar. Sign up here today: https://petharmonytraining.com/conquer
#3 - Measuring Agency
Enrichment for the Real World
03/14/22 • 29 min
Welcome to Enrichment for the Real World, the podcast devoted to improving the quality of life of pets and their people through enrichment.
Last week we heard from Nathan Andrews and one of the topics we discussed was agency. This week we’re going to dive further into what that can look like in your home and how to make sure your pet has agency.
In this implementation episode, we talk about:
- 3 steps to making sure there’s agency in your enrichment plan
- How to measure agency
- Some super cute stories about how agency helped maladaptive behaviors
You can find the full show notes here.
Does the feast or famine client booking cycle have you stressing?
One month you have so many clients that you can barely come up for air and the next you're wondering if this is the month you have to shut your business down because NO ONE is booking.
You need our Conquer Feast or Famine webinar. Sign up here today: https://petharmonytraining.com/conquer
#49 - Why You Need to Video Your Pets
Enrichment for the Real World
06/12/23 • 20 min
Last week we heard from Lili Chin and one of the topics we discussed was essentially how to creep on your pets to learn more about them. This week, we’ll dive further into why you need to video your pets and talk about implementation with the animals in your life.
In this implementation episode, Emily and Allie talk about:
- Emily’s love of infomercials
- How we watch videos and what we are looking for
- A couple of interactions where sound was getting in the way
You can find the full show notes here.
Does the feast or famine client booking cycle have you stressing?
One month you have so many clients that you can barely come up for air and the next you're wondering if this is the month you have to shut your business down because NO ONE is booking.
You need our Conquer Feast or Famine webinar. Sign up here today: https://petharmonytraining.com/conquer
#27 - Ellen Yoakum: Enrichment for Separation Anxiety
Enrichment for the Real World
11/07/22 • 33 min
In this episode, we are kicking off Season 3 of Enrichment for the Real World with our very own trainer and behavior consultant, Ellen Yoakum! Ellen is a Certified Separation Anxiety Pro Trainer and Certified Training Partner through the Karen Pryor Academy. Ellen joined the Pet Harmony team in 2020 after working in a variety of capacities within animal care.
In this episode, you’re going to hear Emily and Ellen talk about:
- Why separation anxiety isn’t that different from other maladaptive behaviors
- Should you use food when working on separation anxiety?
- How enrichment makes your SA training easier
You can find the full show notes here.
Does the feast or famine client booking cycle have you stressing?
One month you have so many clients that you can barely come up for air and the next you're wondering if this is the month you have to shut your business down because NO ONE is booking.
You need our Conquer Feast or Famine webinar. Sign up here today: https://petharmonytraining.com/conquer
#74 - Q&A: Why Does My Dog Only Care Sometimes?
Enrichment for the Real World
03/25/24 • 30 min
To wrap up Season 6, we're answering your questions! Thank you to everyone who submitted questions for this episode!
In this season's Q&A episode Emily, Allie, and Ellen talk about:
- Why our pets sometimes react to things and sometimes don't
- Tips for helping your pet enjoy paw care
- Whether dogs can sleep in the bed
You can find the full episode show notes here.
Does the feast or famine client booking cycle have you stressing?
One month you have so many clients that you can barely come up for air and the next you're wondering if this is the month you have to shut your business down because NO ONE is booking.
You need our Conquer Feast or Famine webinar. Sign up here today: https://petharmonytraining.com/conquer
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FAQ
How many episodes does Enrichment for the Real World have?
Enrichment for the Real World currently has 111 episodes available.
What topics does Enrichment for the Real World cover?
The podcast is about Dog Training, Podcasts, Education and Dog.
What is the most popular episode on Enrichment for the Real World?
The episode title '#75 - Lesley Gurule: Building Better Behavior Support in Shelters' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Enrichment for the Real World?
The average episode length on Enrichment for the Real World is 46 minutes.
How often are episodes of Enrichment for the Real World released?
Episodes of Enrichment for the Real World are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Enrichment for the Real World?
The first episode of Enrichment for the Real World was released on Feb 7, 2022.
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