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#10 A Veterinary Surgeon's Personal and Professional Perspective on TPLO Surgery and Recovery For Dogs - with Dr. Jennifer Fick
In this episode, Chrissy talks with Dr Jennifer Fick, a veterinary orthopedic surgeon.
They discuss Jennifer's personal and professional perspective on TPLO surgery for cruciate ligament injuries, and perhaps just as...
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#9 How The Emotional and Social Feelings of our Dogs Affect Behavior - with Andrew Hale
In today's episode, Chrissy hosts Andrew Hale, a UK-based animal and canine behaviorist, to discuss the social and emotional aspects of dog behavior, and just as importantly, how that affects us as care givers.
Trust...
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#8 Does Positive Reinforcement Really Work For Dogs Displaying Fearful and Reactive Behaviors? - with Jamie Flanagan
On today's episode, I speak with Jamie Flanagan, a dog trainer specializing in dogs that show aggressive and reactive behaviors.
Jamie, who runs Training Wheels in Broomfield, Colorado, discusses her background,...
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#7 Navigating Your Dog's Vision Loss with Resilience and Compassion - with Gigi Moss
In today's episode, I speak with Gigi Moss, a local legend in the Boulder Valley community, about how she had to adapt to her dog's eyesight loss and how that impacted her training techniques.
Gigi has been a dog...
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#6 The Benefits of Humane Education & Critical Reflection and Why They Matter For You & Your Dog - with Emily Tronetti
In today's episode, I talk with Emily Tronetti who has a doctorate in humane education for humans and non-human animals. Humane education is an educational practice that inspires critical thinking and taking...
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#5 The Surprising Parallels Between Human and Animal Adoption -with Mary Angilly and Buster
This week I talk to Mary about the surprising parallels between human and animal adoption and how that has impacted her dog training and behavior consulting approach.
Mary also shares her insights into her experience...
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#4 The Personal and Professional Realities of Running a Rescue - with Emily Wolf, Summit Dog Rescue, and Piper.
The Personal and Professional Realities of Running a Rescue.
In today's episode, I chat with Emily Wolf from Summit Dog Rescue about running a successful rescue.
We discuss how running a rescue is not all rainbows and...
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#3 Life After Divorce: Building Confidence with a Reactive Dog - with Rebecca & Teague
Life After Divorce: Building Confidence with a Reactive Dog with Rebecca and Teague.
In today's episode, I talk with Rebecca about how her divorce impacted her relationship with her dog Teague.
We discuss how living...
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#2 How to Survive the Loss of a Loved One With the Help of Your Animal Companion - with Joanna & Lolo
This latest episode of the Dogs of Our Lives podcast centers around the themes of grief, loss and the importance of companion animals in providing comfort and purpose during difficult times.
Chrissy chats to Joanna...
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#1 My Personal Story - How the Dogs in My Life Helped Me Become a Better Parent
Welcome to Episode One of the Dogs of Our Lives Podcast with me, your host, Chrissy Messick.
The Dogs of Our Lives podcast is all about living, learning, and growing with dogs.
In this episode, I will talk to you...
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The Dogs of Our Lives - The Trailer
Welcome to The Dogs of Our Lives Podcast hosted by Chrissy Messick, founder of the Nature of Animals, dog training and behavior consulting expert.
This trailer introduces the first season of the brand-new podcast, The...
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