Videos

This week we're talking about the terminology of the measure of behavior change. Look at increasing, maintaining, or decreasing a behavior and assessing if you see a change or not. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

In the first part we'll talk about what to do when a dog is having trouble. In the second part we'll talk about making progress. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

This week we're talking about dogs when they're at home. What do their owners expect from them? What do their owners believe is going on at home, at the groomer, and at the vet. Why should we be asking? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

In the first part we'll talk about the advantages to gentle, kind, and patient handling. In the second part we'll talk about introducing our owners to the idea. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

This week we're talking about how physical prompts, molding, and using touch to give a dog cues and information doesn't work well for off leash and hands free obedience but is the perfect tool for grooming, vet visits, and health care at home. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

In the first part we'll talk about helping our owners feel comfortable with new proceedures and protocols. In the second part we'll talk about what may be different for the dogs. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

In the first part we'll talk about the difference between when the dog is having trouble and when the person is having trouble. In the second part we'll talk about some tips and tricks to help dogs be more comfortable. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

In the first part we'll talk about how important it is for owners to be able to work with and on their dogs. In the second part we'll talk about introducing owners to the "3 C's" Calm, Comfortable, and Cooperative. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

What difference does age make with behavior problems during grooming, vet care, and care at home? What should be be thinking about while working with puppies, adult dogs, and elderly dogs? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

This week we're talking about helping owners during the Corona Virus. We'll talk about the problems they may befacing with their dogs right now and information that we can offer them. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

In the first part we'll talk about how much training is going on in day to day life. Training doesn't just hapoen when a trainer sets it up. In the second part we'll talk about finding a trainer. I'm also inviting everyone to join in a FREE week long workshop/class…

In the first part we'll talk about having a Safety Policy and explaining to customers the many ways that a dog who is having trouble can get hurt. In the second part we'll talk about the business costs if a dog, employee, or you get hurt. --- Send in a…

This week we'll be playing around with a made up example of when we aren't asking the right questions. We'll ask "do we need a better bucket?". In the second part I'll give you a brief introduction to a tool to help figure out behavior problems. Applied Behavior Analysis, Functional…

This week we're talking about our role as dog pros who are not veterinarians. Gathering clues about what behaviors are normal and abnormal and helping owners understand that their Vet may have some medications that can help their dogs be comfortable. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

In the first part we'll talk about what consent is and why it's important. In the second part we'll talk about consent as communication. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

In the first part we'll discuss what we would do if were "in crazy land" and wanted to teach dogs to be aggressive for grooming and vet visits. What would we do if we "wanted" dogs to struggle and wiggle against us? In the second part we talk about avoiding…

In the first part we'll go over some questions for owners to find out how their dog responds when they don't want ro be touched. In the second part we'll talk about some things for owners to do at home. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

This week we'll talk about why some people aren't ready to try to teach dogs to be good for grooming, vet visits, and home care. We'll talk about why forcing dogs to "get it done" is still so common. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

This week we'll talk about what we should try with Every Dog, Every Time, and in Every Situation. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

This week we're talking about answering questions with more questions and clue gathering. How does that work when we talk about a specific dog? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

January is train your dog month. We'll be discussing what training is and how we can encourage owners to continue to train during their dog's lifetime. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

This week we'll talk about some puppies that I'm working with. In the first part we'll talk about breaking things into tiny steps and teaching about carriers. In the second part we'll talk about getting owners touching their dogs. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

This week we're talking about patience and 3 strategies to help us be patient. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message

This week we're talking about the importance of having a working knowledge of other dog professions. Learning more about how dogs are handled in veterinary settings, grooming settings, and training settings will help you find like minded professionals to help you with your customers. --- Send in a voice message:…