Pack Life

This episode is all about getting a new perspective on the routines and rhythms we create when we live with pets. Learn how to leverage the power of changing routines to decrease stress while supporting you and your dog. The routines we have create the content of our lives and setting them up intentionally can have huge impact.
Topics in this episode:
0:13 One of the big benefits of living with dogs

1:16 Avoiding extra stress and frustration

1:48 Consistency vs Variety and the nervous system

3:26 Decision Fatigue

5:32 Plane, Pilot, Engineer

6:31 Adaptation Energy

8:18 How Emily Fletcher can change your life

8:38 Meatloaf meltdowns

10:07 Layered Stress Model

11:32 A great question

12:59 Biologically appropriate lifestyles in the modern day

14:34 Clarity

16:33 How to know it’s time for a routine change

17:16 Real Trainer Example

18:52 How to design a new routine

20:59 Help when you are stumped

Helpful Links and Resources:

Is Your Dog Happy? Podcast Episode
Canines Providing Assistance to Wounded Warriors
Emily Fletcher on Adaptation Energy
Emily Fletcher's Ziva Meditation Program
Jay Jack talks about the Layered Stress Model on the Canine Paradigm
Ali Abdaal's YouTube Channel
American Medical Association on Decision Fatigue
Want to connect?
Email me, I would love to hear from you:-): [email protected]

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For many people and dogs road tripping together is about as good as it gets. Whether you are thinking about taking your first trip and not sure where to start, or you take trips often but could use some fresh tips, this show is for you. I also share some personal experience successes and failures to help you skip the learning curve:-)
Topics in this Episode
0:15 My context with trips and the learning curve

1:17 Tip One: Testing and Training BEFORE the Trip

1:59 Rest Stop's/Service Areas

3:06 Dog's that get car sick

3:53 Teach how to get in and out of the car

4:11 Dog's that bark at stuff in the car

4:28 Seeking help with training

4:48 Hotels and Lobby's

5:32 Camping/Backpacking: tents, campfires, etc

6:04 Tip Two: Pack Light

8:17 What to pack your stuff in

8:31 The dog essentials

9:40 Day pack ready to go

10:45 Tip Three: Enjoy the Journey

10:50 Two kinds of trips

11:35 Rest Stops vs Activity Stops

11:45 How often should you stop?

12:30 All about planning bonus stops

14:12 Doing the research

14:46 Dog Parks and Public Parks

16:21 Trails

17:11 Keeping your dog safe in the car
Helpful Links and Resources:
Pack-a-Paw for emerg

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Our dog's love treats. We love giving them treats. Win-Win, right? Sometimes no. This episode is all about how to increase our dog's health AND still treat them to our hearts content.
Topics in this episode:
0:13 What you will get from this episode

1:18 Pet Obesity

2:27 Why we overfeed dogs

3:24 Cultural shifts about "healthy" weight

4:39 Happy Brain Chemicals

4:59 When Food = Love

5:26 Keeping them entertained

6:31 Strategy 1: Everything counts

8:05 Strategy 2: Using their normal diet as treats (maybe with some bling)

8:56 Strategy 3: More treats for the price of one

9:53 Strategy 4: Increase the quality of the treats

Helpful Links and Resources:
Ideal dog weight and calorie counter
Silicone Treat Pouch
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Email me, I would love to hear from you:-): [email protected]

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What would you do if you suddenly realized your dog was lost? That is the question that drove me to seeking out better information than I could find from a quick google search. In this episode I share some detailed strategies of things you can do BEFORE you lose your dog, so that if it ever happens you don't waste time and energy trying to figure out a plan while under stress.
Topics in this episode:
0:12 Lost Dog's and why I needed more info
1:02 Nelson Hodges Lost Dog Recovery Course
1:45 Checklist in show notes
2:11 Basics
3:28 Background for advanced concepts
5:00 Advanced Strategies 1: Leader
10:32 Advanced Strategies 2: Team
13:46 Advanced Strategies 3: Map
14:29 Advanced Strategies 4: Equipment
15:33 General lost dog timeline
18:09 Nelson's Final Words of Hope

Helpful Links and Resources:
Lost Dog Preparedness Checklist
Nelson Hodges and CHRI Institute
Their Courses
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Email me, I would love to hear from you:-): [email protected]

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In this episode we are talking about playing with dogs. I discuss how big this topic is and share some of the major concepts that totally changed how I see play. I introduce the predatory cycle, competitive and cooperative games, and how how games need goals, rules, and penalties, I also share some of my favorite people and companies who have influenced and inspired me.
Topics in this episode:
0:14 Why play is important and how it impacts your relationship with your dog

1:07 Dog play is unique to each dog

1:21 Best games for your dog

2:00 More to play than meets the eye

2:48 Play and the predatory cycle

5:29 Competitive and Cooperative Games

7:59 Games have goals, rules, and penalties

9:48 Seek professional assistance for how to play with dogs who have demonstrated resource guarding, aggressive behaviors, or have a bite history

10:11 Making games fun

12:42 What to do now

14:14 Amazing leaders in the dog play space worth checking out

14:27 Dog's Playing for Life and Amy Sadler

16:39 Ivan Balabanov

18:18 Jay Jack

Helpful Links and Resources:

Dogs Playing for Life:
https://dogsplayingforlife.com/
Ivan Balabanov
https://www.trainingwithoutconflict.com/
Jay Jack content warning, Jay has strong opinions and uses explicit language. I am a big fan of his messages, but he will not appeal to sensitive ears
https://nldogs.com/
GRC Dog Sportshttps://nldogs.com/grc-dogsports/
If you liked this episode you will likely also dig this guide:
How to make your dog happy
You're One Week Guide to Good Vibes Furever
Want to connect?
Email me, I would love to hear from you:-): [email protected]

a Happy With Dogs podcast