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Creating Great Grooming DogsGetting Your Boss Onboard Ep207Episode 207. How do I get my boss on board? Geez, Chrissy. I like the show and I wanna do all these things, but I'm not self-employed and my boss isn't on board yet. So if you work for someone else, it may feel impossible to make these kinds of changes, but we're gonna talk about that this week, 'cause there are some great discussions that we can have with your boss. For full transcripts, go to the audio episode on CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.com You can also listen to this episode as a podcast on my website o...2025-06-0320 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsMore Than Just “Get It Done!” Ep203This week we'll talk about how grooming is more than just getting it done. We'll talk about how we can tailor our grooming sessions to each and every dog. We often think that groomers either have to get the job done or refuse, and there's so much that happens in between those two choices. It's not black and white. It's not yes or no. There's a lot more tailoring that we can do. The Bitey End of the Dog: Chrissy Neumyer Smith For full transcripts, go to the audio episode on CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.com You...2024-10-1421 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsCooperative Care In The Real World Ep202This week, we’re talking about cooperative care in the real world. What do we really need to focus on? This episode is primarily for trainers, but also for anyone who communicates with them. The grooming world has some unique challenges and specific goals that set it apart. We'll talk about Grooming as a Very Elaborate Stand Stay. The Bitey End of the Dog: Chrissy Neumyer Smith For full transcripts, go to the audio episode on CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.com You can also listen to this episode as a podcast on my website or anywhere you...2024-10-0723 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsKayce Cover Behavior ChatTogether We're Better Behavior Chats! Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Creating Great Grooming Dogs show! In this installment of "Together We're Better Behavior Chats," your host, Chrissy, engages in a fascinating conversation with the amazing Kayce Cover from Syn Alia Training Systems. In this episode of Creating Great Grooming Dogs, Chrissy Neumyer Smith sits down with the renowned Kayce Cover, a friend, mentor, and pioneer in the field of animal training and cooperative care. Kayce shares her wealth of experience working with a diverse array of animals since the seventies, emphasizing the p...2024-05-261h 37
Creating Great Grooming DogsStephanie Zikmann Behavior ChatTogether We're Better Behavior Chats! Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Creating Great Grooming Dogs show! In this installment of "Together We're Better Behavior Chats," your host Chrissy engages in a fascinating conversation with the incredible Stephanie Zikmann from The Holistic Grooming Academy! She is the renowned author of "The Magic of Holistic Grooming" and "A Teacher's Guide to Low-Stress Grooming." holisticgroomingacademy.com For more info about Stephanie go to holisticgroomingacademy.com For more information about Creating Great Grooming Dogs, go to CreatingGreat GroomingDogs.com Fo...2024-03-041h 29
Creating Great Grooming DogsThe 4 Stages of Learning Ep 189There are lots of ways we can define learning. I think these 4 stages are going to be helpful. If you've ever wondered, well, we worked on it last time, why doesn't he understand this time? Or why does he need to practice this? There are lots of things that we can do better if we understand how dogs learn. This is the Creating Great Grooming Dog Show. I'm Chrissy Neumyer Smith. I'm a master groomer behavior specialist(MGBS), a certified professional groomer(CPG), a certified behavior consultant for canines(CBCC-KA), a certified professional dog trainer(CPDT-KA), a...2024-01-0219 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsIs Punishment Necessary? Ep188Episode 188, is punishment necessary? Is that something that we need to do to get our jobs done? Is that something that's going to be helpful? We'll explore that this week. This is the Creating Great Grooming Dog Show. I'm Chrissy Neumyer Smith. I'm a master groomer behavior specialist(MGBS), a certified professional groomer(CPG), a certified behavior consultant for canines(CBCC-KA), a certified professional dog trainer(CPDT-KA), a Fear Free certified professional(FFCP) in training and grooming, I'm an instructor at Whole Pet Grooming Academy, and I own Happy Critters in Nashua, New Hampshire, and this my fri...2023-12-1919 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsDesensitization, This Moment Matters Ep 187Episode 187 Desensitization. What is it? How does it work? Why could it be helpful? What are a few reasons why maybe you haven't had good luck with it. That's what we'll be talking about this week. This is the Creating Great Grooming Dog Show. I'm Chrissy Neumyer Smith. I'm a master groomer behavior specialist(MGBS), a certified professional groomer(CPG), a certified professional dog trainer(CPDT-KA), and a certified behavior consultant for canines(CBCC-KA). I'm an instructor at Whole Pet Grooming Academy, and I am the owner of Happy Critters in Nashua, New Hampshire. And this, my...2023-12-1517 min
The Daily GroomerMore Than Just Grooming with Chrissy Neumyer SmithIn this episode, Chrissy Neumyer Smith joins me to discuss the importance of customer service and dog safety in grooming. We dive into the potential dangers of dogs jumping during grooming and the need to take grooming seriously to prevent long-term anxiety. Chrissy shares phenomenal advice on approaching dogs with hesitancies and fears, and we explore the intersection of grooming and training. Join us as we uncover the strategies to create great grooming experiences and ensure the well-being of our furry friends. Tune in to The Daily Groomer for insights, tips, and stories to make grooming a positive and...2023-11-0133 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsEmotions And The "Why?" Ep 186Emotions And The"Why?" Ep 186 Episode 186. Is it okay to talk about emotions and animals? Is it anthropomorphic to talk about emotions and animals? Where is the line, between what we see and the story that we build around what we see? And let's talk about emotions and what we observe this week. Find all show details, including transcripts, at CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.com You can find my online classes at Whole Pet Grooming Academy WholePetNH.com For more information about my Master Groomer Behavior Specialist diploma program, go to MasterGroomerBehaviorSpecialist.com You're listening to the Creating Gr...2023-09-1723 min
Creating Great Grooming Dogs6 Reasons Why Some Dogs Get Worse Every Time Ep185Why Some Dogs Get Worse Every Time Ep185 [00:00:00] Episode 185. Why do some dogs get worse about grooming time after time and they just keep getting worse? Shouldn't they eventually realize that it doesn't hurt them? Why don't they learn to just go with the flow? That's what we're gonna cover today in episode 185. The Six Reasons Why Some dogs get worse every time. [00:00:18] I am Chrissy Neumyer Smith. This is the Creating Great Grooming Dogs Show. I am a master groomer behavior specialist, a certified professional groomer, a certified behavior consultant for canines, a certified professional dog...2023-09-0527 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsBut We Touch Their Feet! Ep184Episode 184, but we touch his feet. We touch his feet, just like the trainer and the groomer. And the veterinarian said, why is this dog still having a problem? That's our question for this week. This is the Creating Great Grooming Dogs show. I'm Chrissy Neumyer Smith. I'm a certified professional groomer, a certified behavior consultant for canines, a certified professional dog trainer. I'm a fear free certified groomer and. Fear free certified trainer. And I'm also a master groomer behavior specialists. I'm an instructor at the Whole Pet Grooming Academy, and I own Happy Critters in N...2023-08-2721 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsThe Customer Service Angle Ep183This week we're talking about how to make owners happy. How do we make a living working on dogs with difficulty with grooming? Now, this is very much for the groomers, but this is also for owners to understand where groomers are coming from and for the trainers and for anybody else because our customer service angle in the grooming industry needs to be tweaked and needs to be changed. My example of a Safety Policy. "To provide the highest level of care for your pet, we have a safety policy. If at any time y...2023-04-2623 minCreating Great Grooming DogsScience Based Training Ep182This week we're talking about science-based training. What does that mean? Why is there a controversy and what do you need to know? You'll get my take on that this week. CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.com Ep182 What Does Science Based Dog Training Mean === [00:00:00] Chrissy: . Episode 180 2 of the show this week we're talking about science-based training. What does that mean? Why is there a controversy and what do you need to know? [00:00:09] You'll get my take on that this week. This is the Creating Great Grooming Dog Show. I'm Chrissy Neumyer Smith. I...2023-04-1423 minCreating Great Grooming DogsWho Does The Teaching? Ep181Who does the teaching? That's an interesting question, isn't it? So if we have a dog that has trouble with grooming, that has some difficulty, is showing some behavior that we do not want, is it the groomer who does the training? Is it a trainer, a behavior consultant? Is it an owner? Let's talk about all of our options this week. The full transcript! [00:00:00] Chrissy: Episode 180 1. Who does the teaching? That's an interesting question, isn't it? So if we have a dog that has trouble with grooming, that has some difficulty, is showing some...2023-03-3122 min
Pet Sitter ConfessionalThe Key to Great Communication with Chrissy Neumyer SmithAre you great at communicating with your clients? Chrissy Neumyer Smith, host of the Creating Great Grooming Dogs podcast, sheds light on what it takes to ask great questions of our clients. Chrissy explains the importance of using the right words and definitions for clear communication so we can give the right care. She also gives us the four questions we should ask everyone before we start services with them, and how it's ok to assume the dog may have issues that need to be addressed. Chrissy shares the relationship between behavior issues in dogs and burnout in the...2022-07-0651 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsConversations With Customers Ep152This week I'll walk you through somd of my customer conversations. How can we help them understand how behavior affects the grooming process? Want to learn more about behavior? My Master Groomer Behavior Specialist program consists of 4 eight week courses. They are entirely online and include weekly zoom classroom time. The program is through The Whole Pet Grooming Academy, a liscensed post secondary trade school! For more information about this fully online course go to WholePetNH.com 2022-01-2721 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsThe Fear Free Trend Ep151This week we're talking about how vet's are noticing differences with the fear free trend and how it's affecting their customers. In the second part we'll talk about a specific doodle that I worked with this week. Article- https://stevedalepetworld.com/blog/fear-free-transforming-veterinary-medicine/ Fear Free link- https://fearfreepets.com/ 2022-01-1524 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsRoutines Ep150This week we'll talk about routines and about being flexible. There are advantages and disadvantages to each of those. 2022-01-0421 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsOur Emotions Ep149Working with dogs is really hard work. How can our worries, and frustrations, or anger affect the dog on our table? And what can we do about it? Find out this week. 2021-12-3121 min
Creating Great Grooming Dogs"Where Can I Start?" Ep148"Where can I start? How do I do this? Where are the instructions?" We'll talk about some starting points this week. 2021-12-2221 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsPain Ep147In the first part we'll talk about 3 categories of pain. In the second part we'll talk about some examples 2021-12-1520 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsThe Podcast And A New Project Ep146In the first part we'll talk a little bit about the podcast. In the second part we'll talk about my new big project. For more information about the online Master Groomer Behavior Specialist(MGBS) course through the Whole Pet Grooming Academy go to wholepetnh.com 2021-12-0816 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsDopamine, Counter Conditioning, and Desensitization Ep145In the first part we'll talk about how dogs don't like being tricked. In the second part we'll talk about dopamine, counter conditioning, and desensitization 2021-11-1719 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsHolistic Grooming or Cooperative Care Ep144In the first part we'll talk about Holistic Grooming or Cooperative Care. Why do groomers and trainers use different terms to describe this? In the second part we'll talk about the idea that "comforting a dog reinforces fear." 2021-10-3123 min
Creating Great Grooming Dogs"Spoiled Dogs" Ep143In the first part we'll talk about what "spoiled" means and what it can look like with our dogs. In the second part we'll talk about working with the owners of "spoiled dogs" 2021-10-1517 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsFood Is A Tool Ep142Using food isn't necessarily using positive reinforcement and using positive reinforcement isn't necessarily using food. Now, if you've tried using food and it didn't work for you, it could be that you weren't using the tool correctly, much like an owner brushing over mats or an owner giving a prescription diet, but still giving junk food. Understanding the tool and how the process works is how you get the results that you're looking for. 2021-09-2821 min
Creating Great Grooming Dogs"Old School" Ep141This week we'll be talking about "Old School" mindsets. Is "old school" thinking making your job harder? Could you be holding on to out dated information without eben knowing it? How can you open yourself to learning new material? 2021-09-2224 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsNail Trimming Ep140This week we'll be talking about why some dogs have issues with foot handling and nail care and what we can do to work on it. 2021-09-0825 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsMaybe It's Not The Dog Ep139The problem may not be the dog. This week we'll talk about the kind of things that we, as groomers, owners, and other pet pros do that can actually teach dogs to hate grooming. 2021-09-0424 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsWhat Modern Training Has To Offer Ep138In the first part, we'll talk about how dog training is so much more than group obedience classes. In the second part we'll talk about why trainers need to know more about dog grooming and how that serves our shared clientelle. 2021-08-2523 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsSubthreshold Ep137In the first part we'll talk about what subthreshold means and why we should care about it. In the second part we'll talk about a pup that I'm working with. 2021-08-1822 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsTerminology Adds Clarity Ep136In the first part we'll talk about how terminology helps us to communicate thoughts, procedures , and ideas so that we can replicate results. In the second part we'll.talk about one particular term that is often misused and confused. 2021-08-0724 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsHandling Fees? Ep135This week, we'll talk about handling fees. Do handling fees encourage owners to work on their dog's behavior problems? 2021-07-3021 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsBarking, Whining, and Screaming Ep134In the first part we'll talk about the many reasons that dogs get noisy. In the second part we'll talk about the common things that we say that just add to frustration. 2021-07-2523 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsThings That Non Groomers Don't Understand Ep133In the first part we'll talk about dryers and why drying is important and not just a finishing touch like it can be for people. In the second part we"ll talk about how shaving or clipping a dog down is meticulous and tedious work that isn't the best idea for dogs who find grooming difficult. 2021-07-1426 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsWalking You Through The Process Ep132In the first part we'll talk about all of the things that I think about when I'm working with a dog who is new to me and has a history of "not liking it." In the second part, we'll talk about how the process played out. 2021-07-0623 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsThe 3 Questions Continued Ep131This week we'll talk about appropriate ways for dogs to show us, tell us, or express to us that they don't like something, are uncomfortable and/or want us to stop. The truth is that dogs need a safe way to communicate that. And we need to know how to respond. 2021-06-3021 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsThree Questions To Ask Owners Ep130In the first part, we'll talk about three questions that we can ask to get a good idea about a dog's behavior. In the second part, we'll talk about using that conversation to talk about our safety policy. 2021-06-1520 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsAdolescent Dogs and The Function of Behavior Ep129In the first part, we'll talk about adolescent dogs. They're not adults but they're not puppies either. In the second part, we'll talk about the function of behavior and how knowing what happens directly before and directly after will help you change that behavior. 2021-06-0120 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsStubborn, Willful, and Defiant Ep128In the first part, we'll talk about what we're seeing when we think a dog is stubborn, willful, or defiant. In the second part, we'll talk about how that relates to reinforcement and punishment. 2021-05-1819 min
Creating Great Grooming Dogs"Stop Struggling" is different than teaching calm. Ep127This week we'll talk about how waiting for a dog to stop struggling is different than working toward Calm, Comfortable, and Cooperative. 2021-05-0523 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsSome Examples From My Week Ep126This week, I'll talk about a few dogs that I worked with this week and give you some examples of how I handle things.2021-04-2722 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsTrigger Stacking Ep125In the first part, we'll talk about what Trigger Stacking is and why it's important for us to understand. In the second part, we'll talk about some human examples.2021-04-2125 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsBurning Out and Wearing Out Ep124This week, we're talking about how behavior problems can contribute to burnout, stress, injuries to dogs, and injuries to people. 2021-04-1321 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsTrusted Sources Ep123In the first part, we'll talk about conferences and webinars. In the second part, we'll talk about some training and behavior podcasts and thinking about grooming as a dog sport CCPDT lists courses approved for ceu's for their CPDT and CBCC trainers. IAABC conference May APDT conference Sept Raising canine- webinars Fenzi dog sports- classes Dogwise- books and videos http://www.dogwise.com?aff=216 TawzerDog- webinars and conferences Some of my favorite dog training and behavior podcasts- Animal Training Academy, Drinking From The Toilet, Fenzi Dog Sports, The Bitey End Of The Dog 2021-04-0622 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsAnthropomorphism Ep122This week, we'll talk about emotions. Do dogs have the same emotions that we have? Do we know?2021-03-2325 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsWhat And Why For Owners Ep121In the first part, we'll talk about what an owner gets out of working with their dog. In the second part, we'll talk about what owners can work on at home.2021-03-1625 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsRecipes or Flowcharts Ep120This week, we'll talk about how we often want instructions to follow like a recipe when training is more of a flow chart. 2021-03-1119 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsFacts Or Stories Ep119In the first part, we're going to discuss the difference between an observable fact and the stories that we make up around them. In the second part, we'll play a little game to identify facts and stories. 2021-03-0522 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsSetting The Mood Ep118In the first part, we'll talk about setting the mood and helping dogs be calm. In the second part, we'll talk about using scents, pheromones, and calming music for dogs. If you want to try the iCalm calming music for dogs please help support the show by using my affiliate link https://icalmpet.com/?rfsn=5383171.00ffe3 2021-02-2324 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsBuilding A Trust Account Ep117In the first part, we'll talk about how important trust is and how it's good for business. In the second part, we'll talk about building trust. 2021-02-1622 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsVets and Behaviorists Ep116In the first part, we'll talk about the reality of sending a dog with a behavior problem to the Vet to be sedated for grooming. In the second part, we'll talk about Behaviorists and what that means. 2021-02-0922 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsA Safety Policy and Talking To Owners Ep 115In the first part, we'll talk about my Safety Policy. In the second part, we'll talk about talking to our owners about changing policies. 2021-02-0232 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsLet Him Go Or Push Him Through? Ep114This week we'll talk about some middle ground between letting a dog go and pushing them through. 2021-01-1919 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsFlooding, Habituation or Sensitization? Ep113In the first part, we'll talk about what flooding is and the 2 possible outcomes. In the second part, we'll talk about why that's helpful to understand. 2021-01-1223 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsNew Years Resolutions and Starting Fresh Ep112In the first part, we'll talk about dog owners and where they can start. In the second part,,, we'll talk about new years resolutions for groomers. 2021-01-0633 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsThe skeptics guide to handling Ep111In the first part, we'll talk about "energy" and how we can better describe what we mean. In the second part, we'll talk about "intuition" and what we're really observing. 2020-12-2222 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsNo Fight Means Good, Right?!? Ep110This week we're talking about the dogs who aren't difficult to groom but are showing signs of stress. Is that a behavior problem? Do we need to work toward Calm, Comfortable, and Cooperative? 2020-12-1523 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsTo Talk Or Keep Quiet Ep109In the first part, we'll talk about some myths about using your voice. In the second part, we'll talk about how using your voice can be a helpful tool. 2020-12-0925 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsCooperative Care and Force Free Ep108In the first part, we'll talk about cooperative care and how it helps us in the long run. In the second part, we'll talk about what force-free means and how it's often misunderstood. 2020-12-0126 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsWhat is Desensitization? Ep107This week we'll talk about desensitization and sensitization. Are you making dogs more sensitive to something or less sensitive to something? 2020-11-2424 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsThe First Step Ep106This week we're talking about the very first step of any training- Goal Setting. Why do we need a goal?2020-11-1024 min
Creating Great Grooming Dogs"It's Almost To The Point Where I Can't Get This Dog Done!" Ep105This week, we'll talk about what's happening when we say things like "It's almost to the point where I can't get this dog done" and "I just couldn't get this dog done today". These statements tell me quite a bit about what is happening. 2020-11-0325 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsWalking You Through Ep104In the first part, I'm going to have you imagine yourself doing a nail trim while I walk you through the steps I would take. In the second part, I'll talk about why I do it that way. 2020-10-2723 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsWorking With People Ep103In the first part, we'll talk about some myths that groomers and owners may still believe. In the second part, we'll talk about helping fellow groomers modernize. 2020-10-2024 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsThe "Bad Experience" Ep102In the first part, we'll talk about where the "Bad Experience" may be happening or may have happened. In the second part, we'll talk about matted dogs and preventing the "bad experience". -2020-10-1325 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsWhat Do I Say? Ep101This week we're talking about the use of words and what to do if a dog doesn't know any useful words. 2020-10-0625 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsSome Tips For New Groomers Ep100In the first part, we'll talk about 100 episodes and what I've learned. In the second part, we'll talk about how understanding a dog's comfort and range of motion can reduce unwanted behaviors. It's important for new groomers and a great reminder for the experienced groomers.2020-09-2927 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsWhat Do We Want Customers To Know And Be Doing? Ep99In the first part, we'll talk about dog owner responsibilities. In the second part, we'll talk about some of the homework I give owners. 2020-09-2227 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsDiscipline And Cookies Ep98In the first part, we'll talk about Discipline. What it really means, and is it useful in the grooming setting. In the second part, we'll talk about the grooming worlds love/hate relationship with giving treats. 2020-09-1528 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsAdding Training to your Handling Skills Ep97Animal handling skills are super important but we can add training to our handling skills to teach dogs to be better for grooming.2020-09-0828 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsAdding Training Tech Talk To Grooming Ep96This week, I'm talking adding training tech talk to what we do in the grooming room. What principles are we using? What is it if it increases or maintains a behavior? What is it if it decreases or lessens a behavior? Why does that matter? 2020-09-0127 min
Creating Great Grooming Dogs"Handling Fees"? and comfort Ep95In the first part, we'll talk about pricing. Are "Handling Fees" a good idea? In the second part, we'll talk about physical comfort and anatomy. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creatinggreatgroomingdogs/message2020-08-2522 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsAssess The Dog And Keep The Goal In Mind Ep94This one is for the trainers and those of us who work with trainers. In the first part, we'll talk about the new puppy or new dog with no known problems. In the second part, we'll talk about the dog with a known problem.2020-08-1822 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsThe Crossover Groomer Ep93In the first part, we're going to talk about the Crossover Groomer. Making the switch from "Get it done even though the dog has a behavior problem" to "Work on the behavior problem to get it done". It's a big difference. In the second part, we'll talk about some limiting beliefs that may be holding you back. 2020-08-1126 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsStress and Calm Ep92In the first part, we'll talk about how stress builds up. In the second part, we'll talk about ways to calm a dog. 2020-08-0426 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsSome Basic Science Ep91In the first part, we'll be talking about using the Scientific Method. In the second part, we'll be playing a game of "Opinion or Observation". 2020-07-2824 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsSuch A Silly Puppy Ep90In the first part, we'll talk about a puppy that I worked with on the grooming table this week. In the second part, we'll talk about the training history of that puppy. 2020-07-2132 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsTeamwork Ep89In the first part, we'll talk about working as a team and helping dogs win. In the second part, we'll talk about calming dogs if they become frightened and how to communicate that to owners.2020-07-1423 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsSome Simple Steps Ep88This week we're talking about keeping it simple. In the first part, we'll talk about some basic steps to follow with every dog. In the second part, we'll talk about using "Name And Explain" to help when a dog has trouble. 2020-07-0726 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsWhy Learn About Behavior or Grooming? Ep87In the first part, we'll talk about good reasons for groomers to learn about behavior. In the second part, we'll talk about good reasons for other dog pros to learn about the grooming process.2020-07-0129 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsInjuries to Dogs and People Ep86This week we're talking about the many ways that dogs and humans can be injured during the grooming process and how that ties in with the need to address behavior issues.2020-06-2326 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsWhat Are You Trying To Accomplish & Is It Working? Ep85This 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. 2020-06-1625 min
Creating Great Grooming Dogs"What do I do when....." and how to make progress. Ep84In 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. 2020-06-0931 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsExploring The Dog's Homelife Ep83This 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?2020-06-0227 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsGentle, Kind, and Patient Handling Pays Off Ep82In 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. 2020-05-2626 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsPhysical Prompts and Molding Ep81This 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.2020-05-2024 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsGetting Back To Work With Covid-19 Ep80In the first part, we'll talk about helping our owners feel comfortable with new procedures and protocols. In the second part, we'll talk about what may be different for the dogs.2020-05-1226 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsWhen The Dog Is Having Trouble and Some Tips Ep79In 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. 2020-04-2329 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsOwners Should Be Able To Handle Basic Dog Care Ep78In 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. 2020-04-1528 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsAge Differences Ep77What 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?2020-04-0823 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsHelping Owners Ep76This 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. 2020-04-0223 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsWhat if I'm not a trainer? How do I find a trainer? Ep75In the first part, we'll talk about how much training is going on in day to day life. Training doesn't just happen when a trainer sets it up. In the second part, we'll talk about finding a trainer.2020-03-2521 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsSafety And Your Animal Career Ep74In 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. 2020-03-1831 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsAsking The Right Questions Ep73This 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 Behavior Assesment, and Antecedent, Behavior, Consequence chains. Don't worry! I'll try to make this tool fun and easy. 2020-03-1025 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsMedications For Behavior Issues Ep72This 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. 2020-02-2621 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsConsent and Cooperative Care Ep71In 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. 2020-02-1925 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsA Trip Into "Crazy Land" Ep70In 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 tunnel vision and thinking about the bigger picture. 2020-02-1222 min
Creating Great Grooming DogsPlanning For Pain And Discomfort Ep69In the first part, we'll go over some questions for owners to find out how their dog responds when they don't want to be touched. In the second part, we'll talk about some things for owners to do at home. 2020-02-0524 min