Ruff Around The Edges
Kajsa van Overbeek
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Mindset Episode 024 | What do you do when you have no time to grieve?
Ruff Around The Edges
07/10/24 • 21 min
Warning: this episode references euthanasia
What do you do when you have been dealt an emotional blow, and need time to process that, but time is the one thing you don't have?
Because you have to get back to work so you can make rent for example?
Or because you're parenting small children and you're happy to get 5 minutes of quiet time on the toilet?
This episode tries to give some practical tips as to what you can do in situations like that using the low-key of example of getting over a dog training set-back as well as the example of not having been able to rescue a dog from behavioral euthanasia as a dog professional.
If you're wondering how to feel less stressed about your career, your dog, your family or all of the above, there are things you can do!
There is still time to join First Things First small group coaching on the (myth of) work-life-dog-balance. We start April 15th 2025. Find out more here:
Mindset Episode 019 | The best way to relax is not what you think
Ruff Around The Edges
02/17/23 • 21 min
Do you ever have a hard time relaxing after something stressful happens?
You want to be in control of your emotions so your bad mood doesn't rub off on your dog or others around you.
If you're angry at something, you want to calm down so you don't accidentally start a fight by lashing out at another person or so that you don't end up being unnecessarily harsh with your dog.
My guess is that one of your strategies is to focus on regaining calmness as quickly as possible, by doing some version of a relaxation exercise.
That's skipping an important step though, one that might allow you to forsake the relaxation exercises altogether.
It's one of the things that have had the biggest impact on my quality of life and I am sharing it with you in this episode.
https://kajsavanoverbeek.com/mindset-episode-019-the-best-way-to-relax-is-not-what-you-think/
If you're wondering how to feel less stressed about your career, your dog, your family or all of the above, there are things you can do!
There is still time to join First Things First small group coaching on the (myth of) work-life-dog-balance. We start April 15th 2025. Find out more here:
Bonus Episode 013 | Overcoming perfectionism when learning languages and training our dogs
Ruff Around The Edges
08/27/22 • 24 min
Being perfectionistic is a badge we often wear with pride, but perfectionism mostly doesn't serve us.
It doesn't serve us if we're learning new languages and it doesn't serve us when we are training our dogs.
Have you ever refrained from saying something or asking a question because you didn't know how to word it quite right?
Do you know you would make more progress if you didn't care about getting things perfect but you don't know how to get over that perfectionism?
If you're a self-proclaimed perfectionist, you may want to listen to this episode.
I try to not only state the obvious but to also give you some actionable steps as to how you can start to curb your inner perfectionist.
It's all about not standing yourself into a car (and if that sounds weird you will just have to listen to the episode).
If you're wondering how to feel less stressed about your career, your dog, your family or all of the above, there are things you can do!
There is still time to join First Things First small group coaching on the (myth of) work-life-dog-balance. We start April 15th 2025. Find out more here:
Bonus Episode 008 | Worry about being too emotional and passing stress down the leash
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06/21/22 • 15 min
In this episode, I address the concept of passing stress down the leash to your dog and all of its variants.
I ask you to question what's the chicken and what's the egg? Which came first? Your stress or the dog's behavior? Is your stress the result of your dog lunging or the cause?
What does worrying about your stress, sensitivity or emotionality do for you? Does it make you doubt yourself? Judge yourself? Try to change yourself? Are you believing that your work is to become less emotional? More confident?
You'll learn why maybe all there is to it is to accept yourself for who you are.
Oh, and you'll hear about how I deal with emotionality myself and crying in particular. It has something to do with the movies Top Gun and Marley and Me. Have a listen to see how those two link into things.
Links:
kajsavanoverbeek.com
Schedule a consult call to find out about working with me: https://kajsavanoverbeek.com/schedule-your-free-consult/
Marley and Me on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marley_%26_Me_(film)
Top Gun on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Top_Gun
If you're wondering how to feel less stressed about your career, your dog, your family or all of the above, there are things you can do!
There is still time to join First Things First small group coaching on the (myth of) work-life-dog-balance. We start April 15th 2025. Find out more here:
009 | Kajsa van Overbeek & Rusty
Ruff Around The Edges
10/29/21 • 82 min
In this episode, I get interviewed by previous podcast guest Leana Mayzlina about my dog Rusty, the Mascotte of the podcast.
We discuss why I decided to get a puppy from a breeder rather than a rescue.
We talk about starting out with positive reinforcement dog training and all the doubts that go with it, and how I wish I would have had more practical advice in the beginning stages.
We also look at why regular puppy classes might not have worked as well for Rusty.
We talk about the doubts I had after Rusty had bitten another dog and got kicked out of his dog walking service. I explain what management tactics we employ whilst out on walks now, and of course, I also answer the “expectation, frustration and celebration”-questions.
Links
Instagram: @theruscattledog
Kajsa's website: kajsavanoverbeek.com
Ruff Around The Edges Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ruffaroundtheedges
Search for a rescue dog in the database of Dutch Animal Shelters: https://dierenasiels.com/
If you're wondering how to feel less stressed about your career, your dog, your family or all of the above, there are things you can do!
There is still time to join First Things First small group coaching on the (myth of) work-life-dog-balance. We start April 15th 2025. Find out more here:
Mindset Episode 026 | Not wanting your dog to suffer because of your choices
Ruff Around The Edges
12/17/24 • 20 min
It's not my dog's fault I'm sick...
It's not my dog's fault work's busy...
So, that means I have to put them first.
Not make them suffer for my choices.
What's suffering though?
Are they suffering?
Are you?
When do you get to put yourself first?
That's what this episode is about.
I give you some pointers as to how you can question your brain as well as some practical tips.
Episode Website: https://kajsavanoverbeek.com/mindset-episode-026-not-wanting-your-dog-to-suffer-because-of-your-choices/
If you're wondering how to feel less stressed about your career, your dog, your family or all of the above, there are things you can do!
There is still time to join First Things First small group coaching on the (myth of) work-life-dog-balance. We start April 15th 2025. Find out more here:
Bonus Episode 011 | How we think about our dogs matters for our own mental health
Ruff Around The Edges
08/02/22 • 21 min
If you're wondering how to feel less stressed about your career, your dog, your family or all of the above, there are things you can do!
There is still time to join First Things First small group coaching on the (myth of) work-life-dog-balance. We start April 15th 2025. Find out more here:
If you follow any kind of dog related social media, then you will know Georgie, where she posts under the handle @trickwoofs.
You will have seen the lovely whimsical cartoons she draws about life with a reactive dog, which are so extremely on point they always make me laugh.
A particular cartoon comes to mind that has the guardian and their dog navigating the urban jungle that is the city, James Bond style, ducking behind walls and sneaking around corners, all in an attempt to avoid triggers.
The topics we discuss are as diverse as Georgie’s interests.
We talk about compassion fatigue in the dog training world, the parallels to raising a human child, learning to love frustration, following your passion and almost feeling like you’re not worthy of it, and so much more.
Did you know, Georgie transitioned from a modeling career to dog training?
Many people wanting to make a career switch in life will recognize the little voice that Georgie describes. The one that asks the question: Could I really be worthy of making a living doing the thing I love?
I ask Georgie about compassion fatigue in the dog world and the dog rescue world in particular.
She describes it as no longer feeling anything when you know you should be feeling something. It’s like the body shuts down to all emotions.
The question becomes. How does one prevent or overcome it? Georgie’s short answer is by finding community and talking about it! To not believe that there is some kind of limit below which it is no longer okay to ask for help.
She also recommends finding what works for you when it comes to doing a bodily reset. For her it’s yoga and breathwork, but for someone it might be boxing or rock climbing.
We talk about allowing emotions in ours dogs and ourselves similar to what we do with our children and not feeling the pressure to of needing to respond to something.
And of course, we talk about her art, and her other project which is the development of a treat dispensing muzzle. What keeps her going? What allows her to press pause when needed? What has she learned about failure and also:
How DOES she manage to combine all the things she does (and she does a LOT)?
Links:
The Trickwoofs website: https://www.trickwoofs.com/
Trickwoofs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trickwoofs/
And on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trickwoofs
If you're wondering how to feel less stressed about your career, your dog, your family or all of the above, there are things you can do!
There is still time to join First Things First small group coaching on the (myth of) work-life-dog-balance. We start April 15th 2025. Find out more here:
🇳🇱🇧🇪 030 | Isabelle Schippers & Thiseas, over omgaan met kritiek en trainen van probleemgedrag door er niet op te trainen
Ruff Around The Edges
04/28/23 • 69 min
This 50th jubilee episode of Ruff Around the Edges is in Dutch!
Come back next episode for more English language content.
[Waarschuwing: Rond de 20 minuten horen we Thiseas even blaffen]
Maak kennis met Isabelle, het baasje van Thiseas, een adoptiehond uit Griekenland
Na een stressvolle start in het leven (Thiseas wordt met 6 weken met een gebroken pootje langs de weg gevonden en nadien ook nog met het vliegtuig naar zij nieuwe thuis vervoerd) is al snel duidelijk dat Thiseas meer nodig heeft dan de “hij moet het maar leren”-aanpak.
Isabelle vertelt hoe ze echt leerde kijken naar wie haar hond was, wie zij was en wat ze samen konden doen waar ze allebei lol aan hadden.
Eén van de dingen die Isabelle noemt is iets, dat ik nog niet vaak zo mooi expliciet heb horen benoemen.
Ze vertelt dat we als mens al gauw geneigd zijn om te kijken naar wat de hond moeilijk vindt en ons daar dan qua training op te focussen, terwijl het juist heel positief kan zijn op iets compleet anders te trainen, iets waar de hond en jij plezier uit halen. Dat zorgt voor meer zelfvertrouwen in de hond draagt zo op indirecte wijze bijdraagt aan verbetering van het “probleem”.
Zo voorkom je de frustratie die vaak bij beide partijen ontstaat door alleen op het probleemgedrag te trainen.
Wat ze ook heel duidelijk maakt is dat je op je buikgevoel moet vertrouwen. Als je zelf doorhebt dit werkt niet en je dat ook constant voelt, vertrouw er dan ook op.
Dan het thema “andere mensen” en hoe die met je hond omgaan. Hoe laat je de frustratie los rondom het niet opvolgen van je instructie? Wat als je al 100 keer aan je familie hebt gevraagd om geen oogcontact met je hond te maken als ze binnekomen? En ze doen het gewoon niet? Hoe zorg je dat je dat je niet gek laat maken?
Isabelle legt uit welk inzicht haar daar veel geholpen heeft.
Hoe ze heeft geleerd om geen probleem meer te hebben met kritiek van anderen.
Wat doe je met ongevraagd advies?
De kracht van het omgaan met gelijkgestemden en het belang om je eigen twijfels te kunnen delen met anderen komt ook aan bod, net als het schuldgevoel als je eens voor jezelf en niet voor je hond kiest. Ook daar vertelt Isabelle hoe ze dat oppakt.
Verder komt het topic van medicatie voorbij. Juist een podcast aflevering van Ruff Around the Edges (die met Annie Phenix) tipte Isabelle om op tijd contact op te nemen met een gedragsdeskundige toen ze zag dat Thiseas begon te fixeren op reflecties. Medicatie laat hem juist meer zichzelf zijn in plaats van minder.
Als laatste hebben we het ook nog over “adopt, don’t shop” in het licht van de flinke rugzak die adoptiehonden soms met zich meedragen.
Links:
Thiseas op Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thiseas.the.kokoni/
Daniëlla van Paws in Touch: https://pawsintouch.be/
Paws in Touch op Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pawsintouch/
Nina van Tilbeurgh op Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nina_van_tilbeurgh/
If you're wondering how to feel less stressed about your career, your dog, your family or all of the above, there are things you can do!
There is still time to join First Things First small group coaching on the (myth of) work-life-dog-balance. We start April 15th 2025. Find out more here:
039 | Gunilla Pedersen on Burnout, Boundaries, and Not Being God
Ruff Around The Edges
04/02/25 • 95 min
When your work is about helping others, whether it’s animals, people, or both, it can be hard to draw the line between care and self-sacrifice.
In this episode, I talk to Gunila Pedersen, a veterinarian who dealt with burnout, left the field, and then returned on her own terms after becoming a coach.
We talk about the pressure to be perfect, the weight of euthanasia decisions, what happens when clients can’t afford treatment, and how to live with imperfection in a system that tells you to do it all.
How it’s not just about boundaries but about giving yourself permission to be human.
For those who need to hear it Gunila talks about the benefits of using situational meds and about preparing for the real thing by practicing fun vet visits. No, (most) vets, don't mind that you do this!!
We draw parallels to learning languages, taking hammers to fridges and trying to be God.
Whether you’re a dog guardian who feels responsible for your dog’s every mood or a professional in the pet industry who struggles with not being able to help everyone you’ll find something in this conversation that resonates.
Links:
The Overwhelmed Vet Podcast: https://theoverwhelmedvetpodcast.buzzsprout.com/
Gunila's Website: https://gunilalifecoach.com/
Get Gunila's 10 hacks ot overcome burnout in the veterinary clinic by CLICKING HERE
Episode website:
https://kajsavanoverbeek.com/039-gunilla-pedersen-on-burnout-boundaries-and-not-being-god/
If you're wondering how to feel less stressed about your career, your dog, your family or all of the above, there are things you can do!
There is still time to join First Things First small group coaching on the (myth of) work-life-dog-balance. We start April 15th 2025. Find out more here:
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How many episodes does Ruff Around The Edges have?
Ruff Around The Edges currently has 66 episodes available.
What topics does Ruff Around The Edges cover?
The podcast is about Pets & Animals, Health & Fitness, Dogs, Personal Growth, Kids & Family, Mental Health and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on Ruff Around The Edges?
The episode title '036 | Leah Lykos of Canine Movement Lab on Somatic Work and Your Dog as Your Mirror' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Ruff Around The Edges?
The average episode length on Ruff Around The Edges is 55 minutes.
How often are episodes of Ruff Around The Edges released?
Episodes of Ruff Around The Edges are typically released every 8 days, 16 hours.
When was the first episode of Ruff Around The Edges?
The first episode of Ruff Around The Edges was released on Feb 24, 2021.
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