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Cog-Dog Radio

Sarah Stremming, The Cognitive Canine

Dog trainer, blogger, competitor.

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00:40:34

Jackpot!

Cog-Dog Radio ·

2021/09/14

Dog trainers often refer to “jackpotting” as a type of reinforcement. But, what does that mean? Let’s operationalize the jackpot, and see if it’s actually helping our training at all. The Effects of Jackpots on Responding and Choice in Two Domestic Dogs https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc28456/ Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection

00:41:39

Doulas and Dog Trainers: A Conversation with Addie Dodge

Cog-Dog Radio ·

2021/09/07

Join Sarah in discussion with Cog Dog Patron and aspiring birth doula, Addie Dodge, about the parallels between being a birth doula and being a dog trainer or guardian. It might surprise you! Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

01:15:01

Recipe Training with Guests Marissa Martino and Lisa...

Cog-Dog Radio ·

2021/08/31

Join Sarah and friends Marissa Martino and Lisa Mullinax for this juicy conversation regarding the education available to trainers, what basics they might be missing when trying to follow recipes, and where a training recipe is best useful--and when it’s not. Find Marissa here: https://pawsandreward.com/ And Lisa here: https://www.4pawsuniversity.com/ Anti-Racism Resources:

01:00:35

Free Work with Sarah Fischer

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2021/08/24

Sarah Fischer has been working with dogs for 25 years and developed ACE: Animal Centered Education, an integrated approach to the wellbeing and teaching of animals. She offers online and in person workshops in her approach from Tilley Farm, UK. We sat down to talk with Sarah after hearing her talk on Beyond The Operant, linked here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txER3iSUpkg https://www.facebook.com/groups/332134427492077 http://www.tilleyfarm.org.uk/ Anti-Racism Resources:

00:28:25

Excellence vs Perfection

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2021/08/17

Excellence can be your goal while still avoiding perfection paralysis. Let’s talk about it. Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

00:33:04

Going Against the Grain

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2021/08/10

Do you or your dog need a different learning environment than what is generally offered in dog sports? Do you find yourself struggling to say “no” to your instructor, or to produce the right kind of environment for your dog? This podcast is for everyone out there blazing a different trail with their dog than the one that’s already been laid out. Anti-Racism Resources:

00:23:37

Self-Regulation Follow-Up

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2021/08/03

A follow up episode to Self Regulation with Shade Whitesel in which Sarah dives a little deeper on the topic. Self-Regulation with Shade Whitesel: https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/self-regulation-with-shade-whitesel Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon:

01:03:44

Coercion with Adam Skandarani

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2021/07/27

A candid conversation with dog trainer Adam Skandarani about coercion, its nuanced layers, and a surprising reason to avoid it. Adam Skandarani is a Certified Control Unleashed Instructor who operates Flash of Brilliance Dog Training in Massachusetts. You can find them at https://www.flashofbrilliancedogs.com/ @flashofbrilliancedogs on IG Anti-Racism Resources:

00:20:26

Drive, Deprivation, and Desperation

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2021/07/20

Is it ok to withhold toys to produce more drive for them? Are we sometimes producing welfare deficits to our advantage with our sport dogs? The answers might surprise you. Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

00:22:55

Puppy Timeline

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2021/07/13

If you’ve ever wondered what the timeline for a well-rounded puppy looks like, this episode is for you! When do we teach what? What is important in those precious first weeks? What about outings like restaurants? How has COVID affected Sarah’s puppy, Rayya? Happy Crating course: https://cog-dog-classroom.teachable.com/p/happy-crating Reliable Recall Episode can be found here: https://soundcloud.com/sarah-stremming/reliable-recalls Anti-Racism Resources:

00:25:20

Barking Reprise

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2021/07/06

It’s been a minute since we talked about barking, and Sarah has a new breed that’s got a lot more voice than her border collies! Learn about the advances in Sarah’s thinking regarding barking, and how she avoids barking in a breed that generally wants to bark. Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations

00:37:45

Punishment within LIMA

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2021/06/29

Is punishment ever appropriate for rewards-based trainers? When might we need it, and how do we stay within a Least Intrusive Minimally Aversive (LIMA) paradigm? Answers, examples, and only a little rambling! Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon:

01:17:47

Self-Regulation with Shade Whitesel

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2021/06/08

Shade Whitesel is a dog trainer and IPO (Schutzhund) competitor with twenty years of experience working with sport and pet dogs. Shade is a sought-after seminar presenter and a thorough and compassionate online teacher. She and Sarah sat down to talk about the nuanced and complicated topic of self-regulation in dogs. Find Shade here: http://shadesdogtraining.net/ And her instagram handle is @shadewhitesel Anti-Racism Resources:

00:16:11

What is Engagement?

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2021/06/01

Engagement is a popular buzzword in dog training, but what the heck is it? Can we train it? Is it easier in some dogs than in others? How do we know it is happening, and do we need to cue it? All that and more, enjoy! Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon:

00:23:14

Reinforcement Strategies

Cog-Dog Radio ·

2021/05/25

In this episode Sarah provides explanations, examples, and tips for what reinforcement strategies to use, and when. Hint: you’re always using one, so you might as well be smart about it. Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

00:19:49

Frustration Barking

Cog-Dog Radio ·

2021/05/18

Keeping communication clear with our dogs is the key to reducing or eliminating barking during training, but that’s hard to do if someone is yelling at you! Some tips, as well as explanations of this common issue are in store in this episode. Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations

00:18:08

Minisode #2: More Patreon Questions!

Cog-Dog Radio ·

2021/05/13

Dogs that hate harnesses, enrichment ideas for raw feeders, and more! Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio

01:10:35

Burnout and Why it Matters to You and Your Dog with...

Cog-Dog Radio ·

2021/05/10

In this crossover episode with the Paws and Reward Podcast Sarah and Marissa sat down to chat with writer, speaker, educator, and overall lovely human Emily Nagoski to talk about the cycles emotions take in our bodies and why it matters for our dogs and ourselves. Emily is the co-author (with her twin sister Amelia Nagoski) of the book Burnout: the Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle, which should be on every dog trainer’s shelf. https://www.emilynagoski.com/ https://www.burnoutbook.net/

01:03:59

Case Resolution with Lisa Mullinax CDBC

Cog-Dog Radio ·

2021/05/04

Join Sarah and friend Lisa Mullinax as they do a deep-dive into what it means for a case to be resolved, how to proceed when a case may not be resolvable, and the chain of interventions that they have found effective. This is a nerdy one for dog-pros, but dog owners might also enjoy the insight into the profession. Lisa's website: www.4pawsuniversity.com Anti-Racism Resources:

00:40:23

Case Study: Mucho Part Three

Cog-Dog Radio ·

2021/04/27

In the final installment of the Sam and Mucho Case Study Sarah talks with Sam about her experience working with Mucho and where they are today. Is he competing? Are they still hiking their legs off? Find out! Anti-Racism Resources: https://robindiangelo.com/publications/ https://blacklivesmatter.com/ https://www.naacp.org/ https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist-1 The Connection Summit Conversations https://paws-reward.teachable.com/p/csseries Patreon:

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