The Bitey End of the Dog

Michael Shikashio CDBC

A podcast dedicated to helping dogs with aggression issues. Michael Shikashio CDBC chats with experts from around the world on the topic of aggression in dogs!

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Second Chances for Inmates and Dogs: A Story of Transformation and Hope with Mattison Simpson

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08/05/24 • 50 min

Ever wondered how structured routines and dog training can transform lives? Join us in this enlightening episode as we welcome Mattison Simpson, a certified dog trainer and behavior consultant who found her true calling during a five-year prison sentence. Mattison shares her incredible journey from being overwhelmed by prison conditions to finding purpose through rehabilitating retired greyhound racing dogs and participating in honor dorm programs. Her story paints a vivid picture of how these programs provide inmates and dogs with a second chance and the profound emotional bonds formed through this work.
We also dive into Mattison's shift from balanced training methods to reward-based strategies, influenced by significant mentors and her evolving understanding of natural consequences in behavior modification. Learn about the broader impact of prison dog programs, including reduced recidivism rates and alleviated overcrowded shelters. Mattison emphasizes the importance of empathy, accountability, and second chances, not only for the inmates and dogs but also in her rebranded dog training business.
ABOUT MATTISON:
Mattison Skoog-Simpson is a certified dog trainer (CPDT-KA) and behavior consultant (CDBC) with nearly 8 years working experience and a focus on behavioral cases in the shelter and rescue system. Her passion is helping big feeling dogs and the people who love them create new channels of communication and step into a more peaceful life together. Lately her work includes trainer education and mentorship. Her dog, Remi, is an approximately 6 year old spaniel mix adopted as an adult from her local shelter in May of 2021.

Mattison’s business, Freed by Training, provides 1:1 coaching opportunities and self-paced resources to guardians and professionals. She has two audio projects: unPACKEd – the first clinical dog training podcast, taking an open-minded approach at helping real guardians, and Dog Training Bytes - a new interview series with canine professionals delivering valuable stories and lessons that you won’t find in any textbook.

You can connect with Mattison on Instagram @FreedbyTraining.

If you are a guardian seeking help with your big feeling dog, check out her library of resources or schedule a free consultation.

If you are a professional ready for an open-minded education and development program, apply to Mattison’s Canine Behavior Mentorship.

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Unleashing Peace: Restoring Harmony in Intra-Household Aggression with Sarah Stremming

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09/11/23 • 67 min

Handling dog-to-dog aggression in the home can feel like navigating through a minefield, but guess what? We've got just the right person to guide you - my friend and colleague Sarah Stremming, a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant with nearly two decades of experience under her belt. She's here to unravel the complexity of dog aggression, spotlighting common triggers like resource competition and dog incompatibility and the fascinating role of humans in these cases.
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ABOUT SARAH:
Sarah Stremming, the Cog Dog Coach is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (IAABC) with a bachelors of science degree in psychology from Colorado State University. She has been in the field of dog behavior and training for nearly two decades and has been competing in the sports of agility and obedience for even longer. Known for her popular podcast Cog Dog Radio, Sarah owns and operates The Cognitive Canine where she works complex behavior cases, runs a dynamic members platform, offers online courses and webinars, mentors colleagues, and speaks globally. Her passion is helping people and dogs live their best lives side by side. When she is not working you can find her deep in the woods of the Pacific Northwest behind two border collies and an Icelandic sheepdog.
https://thecognitivecanine.com/

Sarah Kalnajs CDBC, CPDT-KA

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07/04/22 • 67 min

This show would have never been possible without all the learning I've been fortunate to do with so many incredible trainers over the years. I’m definitely standing on the shoulders of giants, and one such giant in our community is Sarah Kalnajs of Blue Dog Training.
Sarah and I chat about a number of interesting topics during this episode, including building trust and rapport with our clients, and why that is important, as well as some interesting cases we’ve experienced over the years, and we also discuss a tragic case that recently occurred with a petsitter in Texas that you may have seen in the media.
So I hope you are able to gain some nice takeaways from this episode with the always insightful Sarah Kalnajs.
For additional resources on helping dogs with aggression, visit:
https://aggressivedog.com

If you want to take your knowledge and skills for helping dogs with aggression to the next level, check out the Aggression in Dogs Master Course and get a FREE preview here:
https://aggressivedog.thinkific.com/courses/aggression-in-dogs
Don't miss out on the third annual Aggression in Dogs Conference 9/30-10/2/22:
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About Sarah:
Sarah has been working with dogs professionally for over twenty years and is the owner of Blue Dog Training and Behavior in Madison, Wisconsin. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the CCPDT and a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the IAABC.

Sarah is on the board of the Companion Animal Sciences Institute, is recognized in the state of Wisconsin as an expert witness in dog training and behavior, and has run a dog rescue organization for over twenty years.

Sarah graduated with honors from the University of Wisconsin – Madison, studied comparative cognition between dogs and dolphins through the Kewalo Basin Marine Mammal Laboratory in Honolulu, Hawaii, and was a member of the Lab’s humpback whale research team.

A popular public speaker since the release of her Language of Dogs and Am I Safe video series (available on DVD and streaming), Sarah has given more than a hundred seminars across the U.S. and internationally to dog training organizations, veterinary schools, dog breed clubs, and rescue/shelter groups.

Sarah and her husband Andrew, an engineer, work together with their six dogs to create traini

Awe Inspiring Tales of Animal Behavior and Conservation Success with Ken Ramirez

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06/24/24 • 77 min

This episode of "The Bitey End of the Dog" kicks off Season 5 with none other than Ken Ramirez, a legend in the field of animal training. Ken takes us on an extraordinary journey that began at a guide dog school and expanded to working with a variety of species, from tigers to dolphins.
We explore groundbreaking conservation projects where innovative strategies were employed to alter animal behaviors. Imagine training elephants to change their migration routes using artificial barriers and man-made watering holes, or reducing human-wildlife conflict involving polar bears. Ken shares eye-opening insights on ethical wildlife management, emphasizing collaboration and the importance of understanding both animal and human behaviors to create effective solutions.
This season promises to enrich your understanding of animal training and conservation, leaving you inspired by Ken Ramirez’s modest yet remarkable expertise. Don't miss these fascinating stories and invaluable insights from one of the most accomplished trainers in our community.
About Ken:
Ken Ramirez is the Executive Vice-President and Chief Training Officer at Karen Pryor
Clicker Training where he helps to oversee the vision, development and implementation of training education programs for the organization.
Previously, Ken served as EVP of animal care and animal training at Shedd Aquarium, where he developed and supervised animal care and animal health programs, staff training and development as well as public presentation programs for more than 32,000 animals. He worked at Shedd Aquarium for over 25 years and continues as a consultant to this day.
A nearly 50-year veteran of animal care and training, Ramirez is a biologist and animal
behavior specialist who has overseen or consulted on training projects for many zoological organizations throughout the world. He began his training career working with guide dogs for the visually impaired and has maintained a close affiliation to pet training throughout his career.
He hosted two successful seasons of the pet training television series Talk to the Animals that compared pet training to the important work done with training and caring for animals in zoological facilities. He has also recently worked closely with several search and rescue dog organizations, service dog groups, as well as with bomb and narcotic dogs. Ramirez has been active in several professional organizations, including the International Marine Animal Trainer’s Association (IMATA), of which he is a past president. He taught a graduate course on animal training at Western Illinois University for 20 years. Ramirez has written for numerous scie

Enhancing Emotional Support for Humans and Animals with Valerie Bogie

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08/26/24 • 64 min

What are the emotional challenges faced by both professionals and pet owners? This episode promises to shed light on this intriguing question as we sit down with Valerie Bogie who has a unique breadth of experience in both animal care and veterinary social work. With over two decades of experience, Valerie shares her incredible journey from feeling overwhelmed and bullied in the workplace to finding her calling in veterinary social work, where empathy, active listening, and resiliency are key.
Valerie and I explore the unique applications that address human needs wherever a human-animal bond exists. We discuss the various levels of social work, from individual therapy to broader policy changes, and dive into key components like intentional well-being, grief and bereavement, and animal-assisted interventions. Valerie also highlights the link between human and animal violence, offering a comprehensive look at how this growing field is making a significant impact within the professional community. Don't miss this enriching conversation that promises to enhance both your professional practice and personal well-being!
ABOUT VALERIE:
Valerie is a passionate advocate for enhancing emotional support in the animal world. With a career spanning over two decades, she has garnered extensive experience across diverse animal care settings, including a veterinary hospital, an animal shelter, a veterinary behavior practice, training dogs, and caring for exotic animals in various zoos and aquariums across the country.

Valerie’s journey took a transformative turn when she discovered Veterinary Social Work—a field dedicated to addressing the emotional well-being of humans wherever there is a human-animal bond. Realizing the profound impact this support can have, Valerie became dedicated to spreading awareness and providing resources about this growing and expansive field.

Valerie is currently working on her Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) degree with a Veterinary Social Work (VSW) certificate at the University of Tennessee- Knoxville, and will graduate in May of 2025. Valerie works for Insight Animal Behavior Services and GRAZE (Growing Resiliency for Aquarium and Zoo Employees) focusing on human support services. She loves sharing Emotional CPR and building customized workshops and presentations on various topics through her own business, Valerie Bogie, LLC.
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James Crosby M.S., CBCC-KA

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06/29/20 • 61 min

In this episode I chat with Jim Crosby about all things dog bites, the forensics of dog attacks and dog bite fatalities, police encounters with dogs, and I get a truly fascinating look into the world of severe dog aggression incidents.
I do want to give a content warning that Jim and I will be discussing severe dog attacks and fatalities that some listeners may be sensitive to. Listener discretion is advised.
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James W. Crosby M.S., CBCC-KA, is a retired Police Lieutenant (Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, Jacksonville, FL) and has professionally trained dogs, taught individual and group obedience classes, and addressed canine behavior problems since 1999. Jim first obtained his CPDT in 2008 and became a CBCC-KA in 2016.
Holding a Master of Science degree in Veterinary Forensic Medicine, Jim is recognized in and out of Court as an expert in the US and Canada on dangerous dogs, canine aggression, fatal dog attacks, and related issues. He has personally investigated over 30 fatal dog attacks on humans and has, post-attack, physically and behaviorally evaluated over 50 dogs that have killed humans. Cases have included attacks in the US, the UK and Australia. Jim served as Chair of the Review Committee addressing Dangerous Dog procedures and processes for the Government of the Australian Capital Territory in 2017/2018.
Jim is the Director-Canine Encounter Training for the National Law Enforcement Center on Animal Abuse, and is the designer of the Law Enforcement Dog Encounter Training course supported by the National Sheriff’s Association and others.
Jim is an Associate Member of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, a Charter Member of the International Veterinary Forensic Science Association, a Supporting Member of IAABC, and is honored to serve on the Board of Directors of the CCPDT.
A certified Animal Control Officer in Florida, he served as Animal Control Division Manager of Bay County Animal Control from 2008 to 2010 and has been Division Management Consultant to Jacksonville (FL) Animal Care and Protective Services since 2016.
Jim teaches safe handling, evaluation and rehabilitation of Dangerous Dogs and the Investigation of Fatal and Serious Dog Attacks to police, animal control agencies, and others across the US, Canada, Italy, the UK, Poland and Australia.
Jim authored two chapters in the textbook “Dog Bites: A Multidisciplinary Approach”, published by 5M Publishing in 2017. He contributed to “Humane Animal Control: Effective Enforcement, Shelter Management, Local Govern

Dr. Kristina Spaulding PhD

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07/25/22 • 72 min

Stress, hormones, emotions, impulse control, arousal, cognition --- a lot of different words that get thrown around in our conversations about dogs and behavior.
In this episode with the incredibly informative Dr. Kristina Spaulding, we unpack many of those terms, and why they are so important to define correctly when discussing aggression in dogs. Kristina does an amazing job of breaking down these concepts in the show, and I hope to see the conversation continue in the dog training community.
For additional resources on helping dogs with aggression, visit:
https://aggressivedog.com

If you want to take your knowledge and skills for helping dogs with aggression to the next level, check out the Aggression in Dogs Master Course and get a FREE preview here:
https://aggressivedog.thinkific.com/courses/aggression-in-dogs
Don't miss out on the third annual Aggression in Dogs Conference 9/30-10/2/22:
https://aggressivedog.com/conference/
Woof Cultr swag!
https://woofcultr.com/collections/the-aggression-in-dogs-conference
About Kristina:

Dr. Kristina Spaulding has been in the dog training and behavior profession for over 20 years. She has a PhD in biopsychology—the study of the biological basis of behavior—and is a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist. She also has a B.S. in Wildlife Ecology from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. She is particularly interested in stress, neurobiology, cognition, emotion, and wellbeing and how to apply these concepts to the prevention and early intervention of behavior problems in dogs. In addition to working with behavior clients, Dr. Spaulding teaches a variety of online courses and webinars on the science of behavior through her website, www.smartdogtrainingandbehavior.com. She also regularly presents on canine behavior science at conferences and other events.
In 2019, Dr. Spaulding received the Association of Professional Dog Trainer’s (APDT’s) Member of the Year Award. She currently serves on the IAABC Foundation Board and the Fear Free Advisory group.

https://smartdogtrainingandbehavior.com/online-services/
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https://www.instagram.com/science_mattersllc/

Trish King CPDT-KA, CDBC

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07/11/22 • 56 min

You guys have heard me say it before, but so much of what I have learned to help dogs with aggression issues has come from amazing icons in our community who have been so generous to share their knowledge and insight with the world. One such amazing trainer is none other than Trish King. Have you heard of the umbrella method to deal with off-leash dogs trying to harass or attack your on-leash dog? Yup, that credit goes to Trish.

In this fantastic conversation, Trish and I chat about a variety of topics around helping dogs with aggression, as well as avoiding it in the first place through things like socialization...and when I say socialization, it may not be quite what you are thinking.
For additional resources on helping dogs with aggression, visit:
https://aggressivedog.com

About Trish:
Trish has been a professional in the animal world for over 30 years. As Director of the Behavior & Training Department at the Marin Humane Society, she built a department known throughout the United States for its quality. Trish established the Canine Behavior Academy at MHS for new or interested trainers. She currently teaches the Academy of Dog Behavior, and teaches workshops and seminars on behavior, canine management, temperament assessment, and handling difficult dogs, among other topics. In addition, she and her partner own Canine Behavior Associates, consulting with and helping dogs and their owners.
Her extensive knowledge of animal behavior, as well as her sense of humor, have made her a popular speaker at such venues as the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT), The Humane Society of the US (HSUS), American Humane Association AHA), and California Animal Care Conferences.
Trish authored a critically acclaimed book for dog owners, Parenting Your Dog (TFH Publications). She has written numerous articles about dog and cat behavior for local and national newspapers and magazines. She also developed the “Canine Calming Cap, “marketed by the Thundershirt Company, to help dogs t

Unleashing the Joys and Challenges of Dog Rescue: Insights from Andrea Dinan and Carla Filies

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08/14/23 • 59 min

Get ready to unearth the profound joys and challenges of the dog rescue journey with our special guests, Andrea Dinan and Carla Filies. Together, we unravel the complexities of helping a rescue pup adjust to a new home environment. We tap into a pandemic silver lining that catapulted the trend of dog adoption, providing rescues with a loving home, and address the behavioral issues that often come with these canine companions due to their unique histories.
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ABOUT ANDREA AND CARLA:
Andrea Dinan - CPDT-KA, FFCT, KAD, LFDM-T

Andrea’s specialties lie in helping dogs and their guardians navigate the canine-human relationship to assure success in training no matter the age of your dog nor the issue at hand.

Andrea’s main goal is to make training fun, effective and motivating for dogs and humans through evidence-based training methods.

Each dog is looked at as an individual; what works for one may not work for another. With Andrea’s experience and education, she has a variety of ways to achieve training goals focusing on setting up you and your dog for success, utilizing what motivates your dog and effective communication.

Andrea Dinan and City Dogs was the recipient of the following awards through the International Positive Dog Trainers Association:

Dog Training Excellence Award
Excellence in Boarding and Sitting Award

Andrea also received the Toronto Star’s Reader’s Choice Platinum Award in 2021 for Dog Training.

Andrea is also the Founder of EduCanine, an organization that provides in-person and online workshops and courses for dog parents and dog professionals on a variety of topics to help with common issues. Workshops and courses are taught by a collaboration of reputable and certified dog trainers. EduCanine was the recipient of the Education Award through www.ipdt.org in 2020.

Andrea is a true dog nerd and is constantly researching and studying behavior, motivations, techniques and best practices to help dogs live their best life with their guardians.

Andrea is also a Canine Good Neighbour Exam Evaluator through the Canadian Kennel Club and is a therapy dog team with her vizsla, Galaxy as well as Midtown Co-Ordinator for the Therapeutic

Puppies! Puppies! Puppies! A Deep Dive into Socialization and Building Resiliency with Kathy Callahan

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09/02/24 • 66 min

Kathy Callahan joins us for this episode to chat about the enriching world of puppy fostering, focusing on the critical aspects of puppy socialization and building resiliency. Her personal stories are filled with practical advice on setting up a positive environment to ensure puppies grow into well-adjusted dogs, making this episode a must-listen for anyone eager to foster and socialize a puppy effectively.
About Kathy:
Certified as a dog trainer (CPDT-KA) and a family dog mediator (FDM), Kathy Callahan specializes in puppies. She and her family have fostered more than 200 of them in the past decade, and her business, PupStart, is focused on puppyhood coaching.

Kathy’s the author of two books: the forthcoming Welcoming Your Puppy from Planet Dog (April 2024) and 101 Rescue Puppies: One Family’s Story of Fostering Dogs, Love, and Trust (2020). In addition, she writes monthly on training and behavior for the industry-leading publication Whole Dog Journal.
She recently released her latest book:
Old Dog, New Dog: A Guide to Supporting Your Aging Best Friend and Welcoming a New One.
A collaborative guide with respected trainer and behavior consultant, Helen St. Pierre!
Kathy lives in Alexandria, VA with her husband Tom. They’re technically in the empty-nest phase of parenting, but the house is still active and joyful thanks to the furry foster-fails: Mojo the German Shepherd mix, George the Great Pyrenees mix, Kreacher the Chow mix, and Mr. Bojangles, the tuxedo cat.
https://www.puppypicks.com/about-kathy

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