Best Pet Harmony Animal Behavior Podcasts (2025)

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10 | How to Know You’re Doing It Right: The Confidence Crisis in Dog Training 12:54

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In this episode of Hounding Harmony Dog Training, we dive into why it's so important to feel like you know what you're doing in training your dog and how to build that confidence. Whether you're raising a new puppy or trying to help your adult dog fit better into your life, you'll walk away with practical, actionable advice to help you feel more co…

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Animal Party Episode 221 Drunk Pigs, Brave Dogs & Nervous Cats: Deb’s Wild World of Pets 29:41

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Deborah is Celebrating Happy Canada Day with a few lines of Canadian song hits during the show. In world pet news, hear what a drunk wild pig did after stealing 18 beers at a campsite, ‘Tex’ the grizzly bear and Deb Wolfe’s prediction on his relocation. Why are some cats and dogs afraid of things that seem harmless like for example a dog tough enou…

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#121 - Try it: Learn Your Pet's Ladder of De-Escalation 15:38

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We talk a lot about recognizing when our pets are becoming more stressed. But what about when they’re calming down? In this episode of Enrichment for the Real World, Emily Strong walks you through a practical and insightful skill: identifying your pet’s ladder of de-escalation. It’s the crucial flip side to recognizing escalation, and it is just as…

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9 | Rescuing a Fearful Dog: From Zero Socialization to Confident Trust (ft. Brittany Blair) 27:40

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In this episode of the Hounding Harmony Dog Training, we explore what it really takes to rescue and rehabilitate a fearful, unsocialized dog. Brittany Blair shares her incredible journey with Ruby—a dog so terrified she couldn’t be touched— and how, through patience, understanding, and the right training, they built an unbreakable bond of trust and…

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Animal Party Episode 220 From Hero Dogs to Puppy Thieves: Tales That Bark Back 27:39

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In the news, a Heroic big rescue mutt dog keeps a bear away from an 18 year old girl . Thieves steal expensive puppies by faking a seizure in Denver. Deborah gives listeners the Breed profiles of Pointers & Giant Schnauzers. Does Deb’s border collie training customer have a shoe fetish or OCD? Want to see newborn puppies nursing and dreaming? How a…

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#120 - Why Your Pet Needs a Safe Space (and How to Make One) 46:38

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Whether your pet is overwhelmed by the doorbell, a new houseguest, or the invisible ghosts that apparently live in the laundry room, having a safe space can make a world of difference. In this episode of Enrichment for the Real World, Emily and Ellen break down why safe spaces aren’t just cozy corners—they’re essential tools for helping our pets (a…

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Oh Behave - Episode 550 Learning About At-Home Pet Euthanasia with Dr. Meagan Meador 27:27

13d ago27:27

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In this special Oh Behave show episode, host Arden Moore speaks with Dr. Meagan Meador, DMV, a veterinarian on staff with Lap of Love. This company, now in more than 40 states, is helping pet parents deal with end-of-life issues in their beloved pets by providing compassionate and pain-free at-home pet euthanasias as well as following up to provide…

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Animal Party Episode 219 Tiny Papillons, Naughty Labs & a Cat Who Needs a Passport 30:37

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Deborah Wolfe does a breed profile of the tiny dog that won agility this year, the Papillion! Why sometimes the worst dog list and best dog list have the same dogs listed. How can the labrador retriever make the easiest to train list and the most mischief making list? Puppyhood! From good listeners like the Cane Corso to the rarely listening Dachsh…

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8 | First 3 Things To Train Your New Puppy (And How) 10:45

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The First 3 Things To Train Your New Puppy (And How) Bringing home a new puppy? Training begins the moment your pup walks through the door. In this episode of Hounding Harmony Dog Training, I’m sharing the first three things every puppy owner should teach, even before jumping into formal obedience work. These simple but powerful foundations help yo…

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#119 - Try it: Teach "Go To A Safe Space" From Behind a Barrier 9:16

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In this episode of Enrichment for the Real World, Emily Strong shares two ways to teach your dog to go to a safe space from behind a barrier—a skill that supports emotional regulation and improves outcomes for both aggressive and behaviorally healthy animals. You'll learn when and why Pet Harmony uses this technique (spoiler alert: a lot!), how it …

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7 | Leash Pulling? Your Roadmap To Loose Leash Walks 14:38

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Leash Pulling? Your Roadmap To Loose Leash Walks Is your dog dragging you down the street, making every walk feel like a workout you didn’t sign up for? In this episode of Hounding Harmony Dog Training, we’re tackling one of the most frustrating dog behavior issues: leash pulling. Whether you're raising a high-energy puppy or struggling with a reac…

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#118 - Amber Quann: Biofeedback, Beer, & Backpacks 1:19:21

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What do biofeedback, brewery manners, and doggy backpacks have in common? Amber Quann, CEO and Head Trainer at Summit Dog Training, weaves them together beautifully in this episode of Enrichment for the Real World. Host Emily Strong and guest, Amber Quann dig into the nuances of dog relaxation, not just as a one-size-fits-all goal, but as a spectru…

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Animal Party Episode 218 Cat on a Plane! Sky-High Adventures and Hilarious Pet Travel Tales 26:26

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Deb Wolfe asks, “would you want to fly on a plane 3x in 36 hours?” Poor Maine Coon Kitty, Mittens got forgotten in baggage and had to travel back and forth 3x from New Zealand to Australia. The same week, another cat escaped in the passenger section and wandered the aisles making friends on a flight from Vancouver to Toronto. Deb suggests you take …

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Oh Behave - Episode 549 Spotlighting the 2025 Pet Partners Pet of the Year Team 24:38

28d ago24:38

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In this inspiring Oh Behave show episode, host Arden Moore welcomes Katy Rahe and her golden retriever River plus from Pet Partners, Erin Maennle. Katy and her lovable River were recently chosen as the 2025 Pet Partners Pet of the Year for bringing joy to people of all walks of life as a well-trained pet therapy team. Discover some unusual animal s…

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6 | How To Train Your Dog When Life is BUSY 10:49

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How to train your dog when life is BUSY Feeling overwhelmed trying to train your dog while juggling work, kids, and everything in between? In this episode of Hounding Harmony Dog Training, I'm tackling one of the biggest obstacles dog owners face—finding time for consistent training. Whether you’re raising a high-energy puppy or trying to help your…

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Animal Party Episode 217 The Great Cat Conspiracy: Why Aren’t You Watching? 19:15

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Deb Wolfe shares pet news about the Urgent FDA warning a popular dog arthritis drug is dangerous, heat seeking drones put to good use and a 2.7 lb hero saves many lives. A listener asks for more cat jokes please and Deborah calls on the cat owners who listen to this show to put their cat loving fingers to work and click on https://tinyurl.com/mr2up…

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#117 - Training an Aggressive Dog Safely: The Ins and Outs of Protected Contact 43:08

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In this episode of Enrichment for the Real World, Allie Bender and Emily Strong chat about the use of protected contact including what it is (and no, it isn’t just putting up a gate or a fence), how to adjust your plan based on needs and progress, tips to avoid the temptation to rush, and advice to ensure that you’re not just relying on barriers to…

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5| How Having Dogs Prepared Us For Parenthood (Ft. Daniel Holbrook) 41:10

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Raising dogs before having kids gave us an unexpected crash course in parenting. In this episode, my husband and I talk about how training our dogs actually prepared us for life with our son, from nighttime potty breaks to boundary-setting and patience. We aren't perfect and neither are our dogs but we are constantly evolving and growing. If you’ve…

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#116 - Try It: Budget-Friendly Enrichment from Everyday Items 17:58

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When it comes to enrichment, we often think we need fancy tools, expensive toys, or complicated activities—but what if the best enrichment was sitting in your recycling bin? In this episode of Enrichment for the Real World, Emily Strong (she/they) shares how you can use everyday household items—yes, even your trash—to bring joy, engagement, and beh…

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4| Crate Training 101: How To Create A Safe Haven 9:44

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In this episode of Hounding Harmony Dog Training, we dive into kennel training and why it is a vital skill for every dog. Whether you're raising a new puppy or trying to help your adult dog fit better into your life, you'll walk away with practical, actionable advice to help you feel more confident and connected with your dog. Resources Prefer to r…

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Animal Party Episode 216 Bird Flu, Raw Food Risks & Scent Secrets for Cat Harmony 40:00

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Dusty Rainbolt describes the cats of Iceland and the history of dogs there. Bird Flu is a big concern for pet owners now that it has caused indoor cat deaths from raw pet food and has jumped species to cows in the US and big cats at an American sanctuary. Deborah & Dusty both agree this is not the time for feeding pets raw foods! Check out the reci…

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#115 - Present Over Perfect: Enrichment That Matters 1:01:16

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Episode Overview: Raise your hand if you've ever felt like you’re not doing enough for your pet. 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️ Whether you're a devoted pet parent or a seasoned pro, enrichment burnout is real—and it’s sneaky. In this episode of Enrichment for the Real World, Emily (she/they) and Pet Harmony Behavior Consultant Claire Horvat (she/her) explore how perfec…

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3| The #1 Mistake New Dog Owners Make (and How to Avoid It) 11:28

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The #1 Mistake New Dog Owners Make (and How to Avoid It) There’s so much more to choosing the right dog than falling in love with a cute face. In this episode, I’m unpacking the one thing that could save you years of frustration—and why it matters way more than most people realize. Whether you’re in the thick of it with a dog who’s overwhelming you…

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Oh Behave - Episode 548 Bring Out the Healthy Best in Your Pet with Dr. Andrew Torchia 28:29

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Dr. Andrew Torchia, medical director at Heart of Chelsea Veterinary Group in New York City, shares some savvy tips on how to keep your cat and dog at healthy weights, engage in meaningful play and much more. Dr. Torchia shares his home with a pair of playful felines named Mango and Lady MacBeth. Tune in me-NOW! EPISODE NOTES: Bring Out the Healthy …

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#114 - Sami Griffin: Beyond Performative - Effective Gender Inclusivity for Pet Professionals 53:44

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What does gender inclusivity have to do with pet behavior consulting? (Spoiler: everything.) In this episode of Enrichment for the Real World, Emily Strong (she/they) chats with Sami Griffin (they/them), a cat and dog behavior consultant with a passion for creating safer, more inclusive spaces—for pets and their people. Sami helps us move beyond su…

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Animal Party Episode 215 Do Cats Love You… or Just Your Tuna? 28:17

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Deb Wolfe chats with author & cat training expert, Dusty Rainbolt dispelling myths about cats. Can they drink salt water? Can they be vegetarian? Deborah Wolfe asks ‘Are cats conditional in their love and respect like dogs?” and Dusty says even more so! Dusty describes how her cats learned to care about her husband. A reader asks if cats have pack …

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2| Why Your Dog Doesn’t Listen To You (Yet) 8:46

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Episode 2: Why Your Dog Doesn’t Listen To You (Yet) If it feels like your dog just isn’t listening, this episode is for you. I’m digging into what’s really going on when communication breaks down—and how a few simple shifts in how you interact can start changing everything. We’ll talk about the key elements your dog needs from you in order to under…

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1| What is Harmony & How YOU Can Start Building It Today 9:51

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Episode 1: What is Harmony & How to Start Building It Today In this first episode, I’m sharing what harmony really means when it comes to life with your dog—and why it matters more than you might think. I’ll also talk about a common challenge so many dog owners face and give you one simple step to start moving toward a more peaceful, connected rela…

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#113 - Q&A: Enrichment Overload- When Is It Too Much? 38:53

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Ever find yourself second-guessing if you’re “doing enrichment right”? You’re not alone—and this episode is here to clear things up. In this Q&A session, Allie Bender (she/her), Emily Strong (she/they), and Ellen Yoakum (she/her) tackle real questions from listeners who are curious (and maybe a little confused) about enrichment. They break down com…

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Animal Party Episode 214 Top Dogs, Trendy Cats & Names You Should Never Yell at the Dog Park 34:04

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Trends in breeds & Pet Names and what not to call your pet! Deborah brings you the rankings of which dogs are most popular the past few years to today. What names are too popular for dogs or bad for training cats or dogs. How do you change a pet’s name and when should you? Have you noticed how cat names are different from dog names? It is nuts to g…

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Oh Behave - Episode 547 Meet Veterinarian/Storyteller Dr. Rick LeCouteur 24:57

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Dr. Rick LeCouteur grew up in Australian, became a highly successful veterinary neurologist and is now striving to reach our youngest generation through his children's books that feature a playful but factual look into wildlife. In this lively Oh Behave show episode with host Arden Moore, Dr. Rick spotlights the challenges facing an Australian whit…

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Trailer 1:02

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Welcome to Hounding Harmony Podcast. Launching May 8, 2025. https://houndingharmony.podia.com/By Emily Holbrook

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Animal Party Episode 213 Grain-Free Dangers, Pumpkin Power, and the Best Beds for Pets! 24:19

2M ago24:19

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Are you giving your dog or cat grain free or vegetarian pet food thinking it’s the best option? It’s not; Deborah explains why feeding your dog a completely grain free diet can kill your dog. How does eating a little canned pumpkin help dogs and cats with digestion. How much they need depends on size as Deb breaks down how many teaspoons your pet n…

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#112 - Try It: Teach Your Dog "Find It" From Scratch 17:17

2M ago17:17

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Looking for an easy way to enrich your dog’s life and support your behavior goals? “Find It” might be your new favorite go-to. In this episode of Enrichment for the Real World, Emily Strong (she/they) walks you through exactly how to teach “Find It” from scratch—even if your dog has never done scent work before. You’ll get a step-by-step guide that…

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#111 - Scent Work for Dogs: Enrichment That Supports the Whole Household 41:50

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Simple, flexible scent games that help your dog thrive—and give you a well-earned breather. If you’ve ever needed your dog to do something enriching without needing your full attention, or wanted to build your relationship through fun, sniffy games, this episode is your new best friend. In this week’s episode of Enrichment for the Real World, Allie…

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Oh Behave - Episode 546 On the Air with Holistic Veterinarian Dr. Judy Morgan 46:18

3M ago46:18

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This week on Oh Behave, Arden Moore chats with one of the world's top holistic veterinarians -- Dr. Judy Morgan. Dr. Judy, who have thousands and thousands of loyal followers, shares how she got into incorporating Chinese medicine and a holistic approach to her practice, her farm filled with rescued animals in North Carolina and gems from her lates…

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Animal Party Episode 212 Pugs, Pointers & Purrformers: Who Wins Best in Show? 29:14

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Deborah Wolfe answers the question which is smarter this year’s dog show national winner or last year’s; a pug or a pointer & can you train any orange tabby cat for tv? What makes the pug so likable but expensive and why is a pointer not the best choice for everyone? Plus, how to choose a shelter cat for tricks and performing. Imagine you went out …

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Animal Party Episode 211 Wild to Wonderful: Rescued Pets, Bear Escapes & Stoned Raccoons 25:38

3M ago25:38

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Deborah Wolfe talks about Bears, Racoons, a horse hotel guest and fishermen saving a man & dog from a bear. The show begins with a discussion of a guilty plea in the black market bear parts trade, and an incident where fisherman saved a man & dog from a bear. What do dog owners need to know to keep dogs safe from bears and cats safe from coyotes. P…

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Animal Party Episode 210 From Fish Shops to Foster Homes: A Global Look at Cat Culture 37:10

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Deborah Wolfe chats with Deborah Cribbs from www.givethemten.org about the cat situation in different places including Turkey, Tunisia, Europe and America, and how the general attitude toward stray or street cats differs. Do you let your cats have an indoor life only, or an outdoor life only or maybe they get to come and go when they want. Differen…

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Oh Behave - Episode 545 TV’s Home Improvement's Richard Karn Talks Pets and Lawns 21:12

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Actor Richard Karn won our hearts and generated laughs from us when he played Al Borland on the hit TV show, Home Improvement, also starring Tim Allen. Richard teams up with Jill Pierce from DoMyOwn.com company to unleash lawn and pet care tips with Oh Behave show host Arden Moore. Tune in now! EPISODE NOTES: TV’s Home Improvement's Richard Karn Ta…

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#110 - Q&A: Enrichment Strategies for Pets with Allergies 35:07

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Anyone who has a pet with allergies knows that it can be rough to create an enrichment strategy that fits their needs. Depending on the type and severity of that allergy there can be a lot of restrictions. In this episode, we discuss the allergy journies we've gone on with our own dogs and how we've created enrichment strategies around allergy rest…

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Animal Party Episode 209 Paws, Patterns & Personality: What Your Cat’s Paw Pads Reveal 25:12

3M ago25:12

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Host Deborah Wolfe describes the different paw pad patterns on cat paws. See the paw photo spread at https://www.facebook.com/debwolfepetexpert/ What type of paws does your pet have? If your cat’s paws are different than the types shown in the photo please send Deb a pic of your cat and its paws to [email protected] . You can also send pet quest…

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Oh Behave - Episode 544 Adam Golder of K9 Jets Is Making the Skies Pet Friendly 27:56

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Dogs often make great travel companions, but wouldn't you like your canine pal to join you in the airplane cabin -- even if he is a big, friendly dog? Now you can! In this Oh Behave show episode, host Arden Moore chats with Adam Golder, founder of K9 Jets. This private pay-per-seat jet charter service is welcoming dogs and cats to join their people…

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#109 - Assessing Risk for the Safety Enrichment Category 56:22

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We're asked all the time about enrichment that isn't related to food. Well, here we are, folks! Today's episode is all about the safety category of enrichment. We'll discuss how to perform a risk assessment for your pet's enrichment strategy. You can find the full episode show notes here.By Pet Harmony

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Animal Party Episode 208 Deb Wolfe Delves into The Topic of Class IV Laser Therapy For Pets With Practitioner Laurie Mason 29:42

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Do you know a pet who is recovering from surgery or limps, or winces when touched or has become less interactive or seems to be in pain? Hot laser (which is warm not hot) is a drug free, pain free, trauma free course of treatments that helps pets heal and reduce inflammation and scarring with no side effects. Laurie Mason describes some pet patient…

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#108 - Debbie Martin: The Behavior Specialist You Didn't Know You Needed 1:29:14

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What the heck is a Veterinary Technician Specialist in Behavior? Find out in this week's episode with Debbie Martin! Plus, sound sensitivities, risk assessments, and puppy socialization. Buckle up! You can find the full episode show notes here.By Pet Harmony

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#107 - How to Better Support Clients 37:49

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This one's for the pet professionals! Clients are integral to what we do and that means we need to make sure they're well-supported throughout the journey. In this episode, we explore the foundations of exemplary client care, including some tips to help you better support your clients even more. You can find the full episode show notes here.…

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Oh Behave - Episode 543 Country Singer/Songwriter Skip Ewing Goes to the Dogs 32:46

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Skip Ewing has quite a country music resume. He has written 11 No. 1 top songs for artists, including Randy Travis, Clint Black and Keith Urban. And, the man is an accomplished singer himself. His newest album, Road to California, includes a great song called, "Road Dog." Join us for this lively Oh Behave show episode between host Arden Moore and S…

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Animal Party Episode 207 Shining a Light on Pet Pain: The Power of Class IV Laser Therapy 21:51

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Is your dog or cat in pain, or recovering from surgery or wound? Laser could help! What is a class IV laser? How does it work? What problems does it address? From Chihuahuas to Irish Wolfhounds and cats too Laurie has helped many pets with many different problems; aches, pains, circulation, teeth, hip, knee, and skin issues. This week Deborah Wolfe…

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#106 - Dr. Kelly Ballantyne: Combating Caregiver Burden 1:08:35

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We've said it before and we'll say it again- it's hard to care for individuals who need specialized care, and that includes pets with behavior challenges! In this episode, Board Certified Veterinary Behaviorist Dr. Kelly Ballantyne provides tips for combating caregiver burden, discusses the link between pain and behavior, and gives up-to-date infor…