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It's Training Cats and Dogs!Finding Balance in Our Lives with Pets - with Marissa MartinoHow can the human side of pet training - understanding and addressing our emotions and mental state - contribute to a stronger bond with our animals and more effective training process?In this chat with fellow pet professional Marissa Martino, we talk about... why it's not just about teaching behaviors and working through training planshow her dog Peru met the love of her life, a cat named Haroldwhat parallels there are between your work with your pet and your work with yourselfwhy "self care" most likely isn't the way to goTimestamps:0:00:00...2023-05-1651 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!If it’s not working out, what are your options? - with Gia SavocchiIn some cases, you can be doing ALL the right things to help your pets coexist, but everyone is still stressed and unable to live together peacefully. Unfortunately, there's a lot of pressure on well-meaning pet parents who are struggling. And that really sucks.In my chat with fellow pet professional Gia Savocchi, we talk about:how external pressures might cause people to keep their pets in a less-than-ideal situationthe unhealthy double-standard: adoption = good, rehoming = badhow to intervene in conflicts between your animals (instead of relying on one to stand up for themselves)why...2023-03-2147 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!How to introduce a puppy to a (blind) cat - with Sammy HydeWhen introducing two animals, how do you know when to move onto the next step? What are potential red flags that tell you to slow down?In this chat with fellow pet professional Sammy Hyde, we talk all about her blind cat Murdoch, the "king of the household." We broke down the ways Murdoch made it clear that he didn't want to live with another cat, and how things progressed differently when new puppy Freja came into their home.What you'll hear in this episode:why you have to be an objective observer of...2023-03-071h 09It's Training Cats and Dogs!We weren't making progress... then we joined the Club!Have you been working with your pets for a while to try to get them to live together peacefully... but you're just not seeing the results you want?In this episode, Naomi talks with Menghan, one of the amazing members of the Cat and Dog Coexistence Club. Menghan breaks down her experience in the community and the transformations her cat (Lindy) and her dog (Penny) have gone through since getting more personalized help with their training plan and support from other super cool cat-and-dog people 😎What you'll hear in this episode:how Lindy and Pen...2023-02-2232 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!My cat won’t come downstairs because she’s so scared of the dog!What do you do when when your resident animal is super stressed by their new housemate? Like so stressed that they don't feel safe enough to do the things they used enjoy? And what if the animals were initially "fine" together?In this Dog and Cat Chat, Alicia and I brainstormed about how she could help her cat Cleo feel confident enough to come downstairs when Maisy (the dog) is around.What you'll hear in this episode:why you need to give your pets safe spaces and teach them how to get therehow to...2023-01-2436 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!Can a dog with prey drive live with a cat? - with Simone MuellerDogs are predators who often see cats as prey. How can we help them live peacefully together? What is prey drive anyway? There's all of this and so much more in this chat with Simone Mueller, world-renowned trainer and behavior consultant who literally wrote the book on predation in dogs (and how to address it).We talk about:why (and how) her method of training dogs who chase cats is different than minehow to train FOR the situation, and not IN the situation (sort of)how to identify whether your dog wants to eat...2023-01-1055 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!Evening chill time... Will your dog rest? Or lunge at the cat?Why might the same contexts trigger totally different behaviors in our pets? It can make their interactions really tough to predict...In this episode, Naomi talks through the theoretical reasons why your pets' behavior might not be as predictable as the antecedent-behavior-consequence model seems.What you'll hear in this episode:the four (and a half) reasons* why different behaviors can happen in seemingly the same situationhow the intricacies of reinforcement can get complicated relatively quicklywhy being a detail-oriented observer can help you predict your pet's behaviors*note: there are MANY more reasons...2022-12-1325 min
Enrichment for the Real World#31 - Creating Sustainable ManagementLast week we heard from Naomi Rotenberg and one of the topics we discussed was practical management solutions. This week we’re going to dive further into creating sustainable management strategies and talk about implementation with the animals in your life.In this implementation episode, Emily and Allie talk about:The theme for this season’s episodesSet it and forget-it strategiesSimplicityYou can find the full show notes here.Ellen's 4-week live course, At Ease: Safe Spaces For Home and On-The-Go, is enrolling! Head to petharmonytraining.com/safespace to learn more and g...2022-12-0529 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!My cat is making the dog nervous!Does your cat do some things that kinda freak your dog out? In this Dog and Cat Chat, Naomi and Matilda talk through some ways to address both sides of cat-dog relationship - to find appropriate outlets for Beau's sometimes over-the-top behavior AND to give Delilah the skills to cope when he triggers her.What you'll hear in this episode:why you might not want your dog to lay down and "be calm" when the cat is being excitinghow you noticing "pre-behaviors" gives you insight into what is triggering your petswhat to do about "...2022-11-2933 min
Enrichment for the Real World#30 - Naomi Rotenberg: Creating Harmonious Dog & Cat HouseholdsIntroducing a dog to a cat can be nerve-wracking! Join Emily as she interviews Naomi Rotenberg from Praiseworthy Pets as they dive into all things helping dogs and cats to get along, including:Why a down stay is probably not the answer when your dog is chasing your catHow to meet seemingly incompatible needs of dogs and cats in the same householdWhen herding dogs have catsYou can find the full show notes here.Ellen's 4-week live course, At Ease: Safe Spaces For Home and On-The-Go, is enrolling! Head to petharmonytraining.com/safespace t...2022-11-281h 08It's Training Cats and Dogs!My dog adopted a cat, and now I have to pay for it! - with Kayla FrattWhat do you do when you find the perfect kitten in a ditch right before you embark on a months-long journey through North and South America in a Sprinter van? Bring him along, of course!In this chat with fellow pet professional Kayla Fratt, we talk about the recent addition to her "van-hold" - Norbert. What you'll hear in this episode:why Norbert's temperament (and age) made him a perfect small-space travel buddyhow "green flag behaviors" influenced Kayla's decision to adopt Norbertwhy Norbert's natural rhythm is messing with Kayla's sleep (and some troubleshooting we...2022-11-1546 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!Not making progress with the "typical" path to coexistence?What adjustments do you make to a "typical" integration plan when the cat doesn't make himself scarce?In this Dog and Cat Chat, Melissa and I come up with a plan to make Gem and Bart's interactions more predictable after a chase that ended with the cat in the dog's mouth 😲What you'll hear in this episode:why letting a bold cat decide when to see the dog might not be the best ideahow important it is to stop and congratulate yourselves on reaching a mini-milestone (because the journey to coexistence can be long)!wha...2022-11-0820 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!How the hell do I...help my cat and dog get along?What is involved in taking cats and dogs who can't even look at each other to being able to spend time together as housemates?In this episode, Naomi walks through the general process she uses to help her clients' cats and dogs learn to coexist. What you'll hear in this episode:why helping each animal feel safe is always the first stepwhat types of behaviors both your cats and dogs need to knowwhy you can't "just train the dog to leave the cat alone"Want to dive a bit deeper?...2022-11-0142 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!To calm the dog down? Or to boost the cats' confidence? That is the question.When you've got an intense, chase-y dog and some scared cats, how do you prioritize your training projects? In this Dog and Cat Chat, I explain why (in Jenna's case), I suggested that she focus on addressing the cats' skittishness first before tackling her dog's intense reactions to seeing the cats move. What you'll hear in this episode:why two kittens might be better than onehow to make seeing the other animal less of an event (when they are absolutely apart)how to help nervous cats explore their territory (and why it was priority #1 for Jenna)2022-10-2518 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!The Training Starts As Soon As You Walk In The Door - with Josh and Mandy BoutelleWhat are the first things you should do when you bring a kitten home to live with your adolescent dog? In this chat with fellow pet professionals Josh and Mandy Boutelle, we talk about how they helped their new kitten, Fig, quickly settle into life with their exuberant dog, Fern.What you'll hear in this episode:how they started creating positive experiences for the pets as soon as Fig came homewhy they waited a week before posting online that Fig had joined their familywhat signs indicated that Fern might be able to coexist with a catwhy...2022-10-1845 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!Ok, they're separated... now what?You bring a new pet home and you're keeping them separated from your resident pet like everyone says to do... but what are the next steps?!In this Dog and Cat Chat, I give Agnes a plan of action for Daisy, her young, prey-drivey dog and Chrys, her newly adopted chill-dude orange cat.What you'll hear in this episode:why scheduling time for your cat to have the full run of the house (often) is importantwhy an "airlock" of barriers is essentialwhy the goal is NOT to get the animals closer to each otherwhat...2022-10-1120 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!What the hell is... "Cat Testing"?In this inaugural "What the hell is...?" episode, Naomi gives her cousin Kerry the skinny on the concept of cat testing.This episode is for you if...➔ your dog was "cat tested" in the shelter or rescue➔ your dog wasn't "cat tested" in the shelter or rescue➔ you don't know what "cat testing is"➔ you just like the sound of the phrase "cat testing"What you'll hear in this episode:what cat testing is (sort of) how it can help predict your dog's behavior around cats (sort of...2022-10-0421 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!The Why of "It's Training Cats and Dogs"This baby podcast is now 50 episodes old 🤯 That's kind of a big deal!Let's celebrate with some of my super deep (and also a bit silly) musings about:how this podcast came to bewhy I'm doing this whole thing in the first placewhat's next in the world of "It's Training Cats and Dogs" aka even more awesome-nesswhen the podcast will be back - and how it will be even better than ever!Want to dive a bit deeper?Sign up to be a podcast supporter here! P.S...2022-08-3018 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!Dog: "Back off, please!" Cat: "Yeah...Nope."If you've ever wondered whether your cat is teasing your dog for the fun of it or deliberately antagonizing the dog to get a rise out of them (and attention from you), this episode is for you.In this Dog and Cat Chat, Chelsea and I come up with a plan to teach her mischievous cats how and when to give their reactive dog brother some space. What you'll hear in this episode:why "see cat ➔ eat cookie" isn't totally workinghow "annoying little brother syndrome" affects your training planhow to help your dog feel th...2022-08-2323 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!“Dog-Like” Cats and “Cat-Like” Dogs - with Matt SchimskyIf someone says their cat acts "like a dog"... do you know exactly what they mean? Is having a "dog-like" cat considered ::better:: than having a cat-like cat?In this chat with fellow trainer Matt Schimsky, we talk about society's stereotypes about cats vs. dogs (and why they affect our relationships and willingness to train with our animals). What you'll hear in this episode:why Matt didn't like cats (until he lived with them)how his experience with "dog-like" cats has affected the way he trainwhat crucial step you need to include in your...2022-08-161h 11It's Training Cats and Dogs!Are my cat and dog ready to spend more time together?When your pets are “absolutely apart” and only seeing each other during short, micromanaged setups, you might be thinking:Am I being paranoid about my pets' safety?Am I the barrier to their coexistence? Am I being too impatient if I just want to "let them work it out"? These worries are super common and all boil down to this main question: how do I know if my cat and dog are ready to spend more time together? In this episode of It’s Training Cats and Dogs, Naomi laid out the main things to thi...2022-08-0917 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!Choreographing routines for your cat and dogIt’s hard work managing a full house even when everyone gets along, and for Bee, whose pets can’t be in the same space without tensions running high (and sometimes blood being shed!), it’s getting beyond frustrating.In this episode, Naomi shares some strategies on how to adjust "baby gate hell" and teach King and Ralph how to effectively give each other space.Key Moments[01:48] King's increasing aggression towards the dog, who wants any kind of attention from him, even if she's getting beat up[06:59] Using setups and cues to tea...2022-08-0230 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!Episode Rewind: Control Unleashed with Cats and Dogs - with Leslie McDevittNaomi's off on vacation so this week we're rewinding back to one of the podcast's earlier episodes! Revisit Naomi's chat with the amazing Leslie McDevitt, author of the popular Control Unleashed books and DVD series.Leslie broke down how she sets up her house to allow for easier introductions and how she uses Control Unleashed games and concepts to keep her cats and dogs living happily together.Key Moments[3:59] How Leslie first started working with animals[7:00] Leslie introduces her three dogs[12:17] Leslie introduces her two new kittens[13:11...2022-07-261h 05It's Training Cats and Dogs!Do You Know Your Current Pet Enough to Add a New One? - with Caroline MattioliBefore bringing a new animal into your household, is your resident pet ready? In order to make the initial introduction and integration process go as smoothly as possible, one of the best things you can do is take a long, hard look at the pet(s) you already have!Doing the prep work before bringing a new pet into the mix will set everyone up for success.Caroline Mattioli, KPA-CTP joins Naomi to talk about how she introduced her resident dog Onyx to Jack the kitten and Tiki the Chihuahua. She details how knowing Onyx’s...2022-07-1958 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!How to Build a Scaredy Cat's ConfidenceWhat do you do when your puppy just wants to play and your cats are so terrified they hightail it under the bed? It only takes a few unwanted games of chase to instill enough fear to make keeping your pets in the same space difficult - as Teri found out with Moose, Pumpkin, and Tofu.With the household divided between Moose’s separation anxiety and the cat’s fear, being able to spend quality time with everyone seems impossible.In this Dog and Cat Chat, Naomi guides Teri through ways to build the cats conf...2022-07-1221 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!Do my Cat and Dog Love Each Other TOO Much?Our pets' body language is often baffling! Behaviors that look like intense affection can mean something else entirely. When your cat and dog refuse to leave each other alone, how can you tell what is a positive interaction or not?This is the struggle Abigail is having with her elderly cat Titus and her puppy Totchka. Is Titus’ intense greetings and grooming of Totchka not the prosocial interaction it appears to be?Key Moments[00:24] Introduction and Cast of Characters: Titus the elderly cat who tackles and forcibly grooms Totchka the puppy[05:30] Ex...2022-07-0520 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!How to Use Possession-Based Toy Play for Reinforcement: Masterclass Sneak PeekWhile reaching for the cookies is a common go-to for reinforcement, there are other forms that are just as powerful - sometimes even more so than food!Listen to this episode to learn the basics of possession-based play skills so you can have a fantastic alternative to food in your reinforcement toolbox.This bite-sized episode is a peek into one of Naomi's Cat and Dog Coexistence Club Masterclasses.Time Stamps:[00:55] Introduction: The Power of Play[01:15] What is Reinforcement?[02:34] The Three Main Types of Reinforcing Events[06:19...2022-06-2812 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!The Cats Just Want Their Space! - Dog and Cat Chat with YasminSometimes you just don't know what to do when your cats and dogs don't get along.Feeling stuck isn't uncommon, but that doesn’t stop it from being frustrating!Sometimes it takes a second set of eyes to look at what’s going on and identify find those areas where a little change could make all the difference. Yasmin’s two old lady cats, Zelda and Pangea, are struggling with the young canine member of the family, Fenna. Fenna chases the cats the moment they even try to find a bit of space from h...2022-06-2016 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Kids, and dogs, and cats... oh my! - with Jen ShyrockOverseeing a multi-species household can be as challenging as it is rewarding. Cats and dogs, pets and children, different breeds and different ages - with all the combinations comes a variety of behaviors and personalities. So, how can you find coexistence between so many moving parts?Jen Shyrock of Family Paws has hands-on experience living in a household of cats, dogs and kids (and even a couple of guinea pigs!). She shares her thoughts on teaching kids to interact with pets from a young age, considering the needs of everyone in your family, and the importance of...2022-06-1451 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!"Gimme space, cat!" - Dog and Cat Chat with LaraWe can all get a little cranky as we get older and that goes for our pets as well. When animals start dealing with ailments such as arthritis that cause pain and discomfort, is easy for them to find triggers in things that were no problem before.That’s the situation with Lara’s dog Bowie, who’s arthritis has caused some steps backward in his relationship with Neptune the cat. Before, they were coexisting peacefully and now, Bowie wants Neptune to stay away from his space!So what can Lara do to help Bowie relax...2022-06-0719 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!YOUR Journey to CoexistenceIt's an almost universal roadmap to coexistence:managementenrichmentsetupsBut what should you actually DO within this general process to help YOUR specific animals learn to live together peacefully? What steps will take you from point A to point B? Sometimes you need someone to show you the way.Want more in-depth personalized guidance and support from Naomi? Itching to get your cat(s) and dog(s) moving on the path towards coexistence?Take this quiz to determine what phase of the journey you and your pets are currently in, and...2022-06-0106 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!The Dog Puts the Cat's Head In His MOUTH! (Dog and Cat Chat with Josie)Naomi chats with Josie in this Dog and Cat Chat about her adolescent dog Kinai and his wildly different interactions with her two cats. How much of this behavior can be attributed to general environmental stress or something else entirely?Time Stamps:[00:31] Introduction[01:13] The cast of characters: the dogs (Nimeria and Kinai)[01:37] Background of relationship between Kinai and the cats[02:06] The cast of characters: the cats (Anya and Prudence)[02:48] Background of reactive interactions between Kinai and Anya[03:59] Background of Kinai’s high prey drive towards Pr...2022-05-3133 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!When Hyper Dog Meets Scaredy Cat - Dog and Cat Chat with Michelle and CalIn this Dog and Cat Chat, Naomi talks with Michelle and Cal about preemptive management to make the upcoming introduction of an extremely active pitbull to a household with one attention-hungry cat and one anxious cat go as smoothly as possible.Key Moments[00:31] Introduction[00:46] Merry the anxious cat[01:22] Health concerns with feline anxiety[02:25] Preemptive assistance before introducing anxious cat to new dog (to medicate or not)[03:31] Sandy the attention hungry cat[04:18] The relationship between Merry and Sandy[04:52] Pike the very active pitbull who...2022-05-2421 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!"Force Free" Pet Training and Parenting - with Nicole SouleNaomi chats with Nicole Soule of How to Train a Dream Dog about the similarities between being parents of young children and animal trainers, raising children alongside pets and her own adventures of moving her own multi-species household in with her fiancé and his dog - all while being pregnant with their first child!Key Moments[00:34] Guest introduction[01:19] Icebreaker: Two truths and a lie about Nicole[04:22] Training Service Dogs[05:29] Cast of characters: Charlie the human, Voo the cat, and Copper and Olive the dogs[07:30] Voo’s resistance to...2022-05-1751 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Moving in together... Roommate Edition!In this Dog and Cat chat, I speak with McKenzie Cameron about integrating her dog Frankie with the new addition to her household, Bijou the cat. But there’s a twist! It’s not McKenzie who’s adopting Bijou - it’s her roommate.Key Moments[00:46] Introduction to the Cast of Characters: Frankie the dog and Bijou the cat[02:20] Bijou’s transition from outdoor cat to indoor cat[03:17] Bijou’s anxiety with anyone standing close to her[04:35] Current management/setups[06:00] Recommendations for alternative first management/setups[07:02] Pr...2022-05-1017 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Treat Options for your Non-food Motivated PetNaomi takes a deep dive into food-based reinforcement and what you can do when your pet just doesn’t seem interested in any treats you’re offering.Key Moments[00:44] The two kinds of non-reinforcing food reinforcement events[01:19] How to handle these two types of events[01:23] Handling disgust[01:55] Handling a lack of interest[02:43] Why food reinforcement is an important tool in your training arsenal[03:28] Turning your pet’s response to treats from meh to hells yeah![03:33] Adjusting some motivating operations[03:56] A warning against severe caloric restrictions[05:20] How and why fo...2022-05-0215 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!New Dog! It's Going Well...I Think? with Lauren HurlockBeing proactive when you first introduce a new pet is a fantastic way to nip any potential problems in the bud.Lauren joined me for a Dog and Cat chat to get some tips on setting up management and training behaviors for the brand new addition to their two cat household - a poodle named Lou.Key Moments:[00:39] Introduction to the cast of characters: Callie the Tortie, Buster the black cat and the new addition, Lou the poodle[01:51] The current state of affairs with Lou’s introduction[02:53] Lou’s curr...2022-04-2623 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Talking Cats and Dogs with a Veterinary Behaviorist - with Dr. Hagar HauserVeterinary Behavorist Dr. Hagar Hauser joined me for a deeper look into some of the more common behavioral problems between cats and dogs she sees come into the clinic and ways to address them. We also talked about her own adventures fostering kittens with her dog, Ronnie.Key Moments:[00:41] Guest Introduction[02:55] Icebreaker: Two truths and a lie[05:10] Introduction to Dr. Hauser’s pet household: Ronnie the dog and the new kittens, Bean and Bamba[05:46] The foster kittens that became part of the family[06:35] Setting up the house fo...2022-04-1944 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Starting Off On The Right Paw - Dog and Cat Chat with YvonneThere’s a lot to consider when you’re first starting your pet’s journey to coexistence. It’s easy to get lulled into a false sense of security if problems don’t immediately arise. But rather than wait for things to go wrong, start things off on the right paw!Yvonne joined me for a Dog and Cat Chat - my new 30 minute free coaching sessions - to find out the best ways to start integrating her new cat Lizzy with the household’s resident Bull Terrier, Sunny.Key Moments[01:01] Cast of characters2022-04-1233 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!Setting Up Your Setups - Coaching Call with Lindsey and EmThe journey towards coexistence doesn’t stop when your dog and cat are no longer on opposing sides of an active warzone. When all the hard work training is finally paying off and you can see the changes it’s making to your household, what comes next?Setups!In this coaching call I helped Lindsey and Em, members of the Cat and Dog Coexistence Club, come up with some starting setups to reinforce the training they’ve been working on.Key Moments[00:25] Introducing the cast of characters[01:00] Evening behaviors: Restin...2022-04-0522 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!But... My Pet Can't Relax Around Food!Do you dream of a peaceful coexistence between your pets?Or does your dog launch into action if your cat so much as moves from their spot? Does your cat struggle to relax if your dog is playing?If only everyone could chill out a little!Lots of people come my way hoping for just that, which is why I launched the Cool as a Cucumber Challenge. This challenge is for those who want a dedicated program to help their pets coexist peacefully.But there’s a common wall that people co...2022-03-2909 min
The Animal That Changed YouHow To Peacefully Merge A Cat-and-Dog (& Child) HouseholdNaomi Rotenberg, MA, KPA-CTP, FPPE, is a dog trainer and the owner behind Praiseworthy Pets. She's also the host of It's Training Cats & Dogs podcast and a double mom to two humans and a cat-dog pair!Naomi joins us today to share her wisdom on how she helps cats and dogs live together peacefully. She tells us about how she came to be a pet-mom to Rio (the cat) and Uri (the dog), why her education enhanced her pet-training skills, and how she continues to help cat-and-dog families find solutions through easy-to-follow tools and resources dedicated specifically...2022-03-2853 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!The “Cool as a Cucumber” Challenge for Multi-Pet RelaxationRelaxing is tough sometimes. When you’re feeling stressed or freaking out, being told to just “relax” often has the opposite effect. In fact, it usually makes people tense up or get even more stressed. Instead, you need to set the stage for relaxing. Cue in the spa music and candles. Well, did you know it’s the same with our pets?If you want to achieve a relaxed environment with your cats and dogs, you need to work on setting the scene and teaching relaxation with the appropriate cues. In this special episode...2022-03-2221 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!When Love Isn’t Enough - With Katya LidskyLoving our pets is absolutely fundamental to making your pet partnership work. And yes, it is work a lot of the time. Bringing a new animal home to your existing pets can be a tough thing to get right. It can take a lot of time, energy, and effort, so loving them is a big part of staying sane and keeping everyone happy. But sometimes, love isn’t enough. There’s bound to be a little tension, but with a lot of work, training, patience, and management strategies, that should all pay off. But...2022-03-1551 min
Dark Secrets - der Podcast über Promis & Verbrechen#48 Das Leben des Wladimir Putin: Macht, Korruption und eine Clique der Superreichen
Es ist unsere vielleicht heikelste Folge. Seit 13 Tagen haben wir Krieg in Europa. Russland hat die Ukraine angegriffen. Eine Situation, die wir uns nie hätten vorstellen können. Wir haben lange überlegt, ob wir überhaupt eine neue Folge produzieren sollen - es erschien uns so unwichtig, bei dem was gerade um uns herum passiert. Doch auf Wunsch unserer Community haben wir uns für eine neue Folge entschieden! Wir sprechen in Folge #48 nicht über irgendeinen Promi - sondern über den Mann, über den gerade die ganze Welt spricht. Wladimir Wladimirowitsch Putin! Und was wir über ihn, seine Vergangenheit, sein Netz...2022-03-0856 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!Not All Cats Are A$$holes! - With Beth BrownAre all cats assholes? Of course not! For reasons unbeknownst to them, cats have gained a reputation that misleads people into thinking that all cats are (for lack of a better word) catty.This couldn’t be farther from the truth, and I’m on a mission to put a stop to this cat prejudice once and for all.My special guest on this episode of It’s Training Cats and Dogs is the incredible Beth Brown (CCBC, CPDT-KSA, CCUI), Ear to Tail owner and behavior expert who works with shy and fearful animals. Her bigges...2022-03-081h 02It's Training Cats and Dogs!Why a Strong Management Plan is Vital in Multi-Species HomesIf you have a busy household full of cats, dogs, and other animals, keeping everyone safe and happy can feel a little stressful if you’re not prepared. The trick is to come up with a solid management plan, something that this It’s Training Cats and Dogs guest knows all too well.Tori Ganino, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, joins the show to share her tips for success on integrating cats and dogs into a multi-species household. Tori works with clients through her company, Calling All Dogs, and shares some...2022-03-0155 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!The More Behaviors, the Better - With Hannah BraniganTraining cats and dogs isn’t just about eliminating problem behaviors. It might seem counterintuitive, but sometimes, encouraging more behaviors and more distractions can keep everyone in your household a lot happier. Hannah Branigan, self-proclaimed dog training nerd and author of Awesome Obedience, joins me on this episode of It’s Training Cats and Dogs. She shares her journey to becoming a trainer, how she manages her multi-species household and her tips for success.Key Moments[5:41] Hannah gives us a backstory on her animals and how she became a trainer[15:02] Introducing cats...2022-02-221h 03It's Training Cats and Dogs!How to Bring Cats into a Dog Household Safely - with Kayla FrattIntroducing a new pet into your household can bring a whole lot of uncertainty and disruption. How you manage those initial introductions is crucial if you want a peaceful home for everyone. Kayla Fratt, certified dog and cat behavior consultant, has plenty of experience introducing cats and dogs to each other.She knows what to watch out for, how to set everyone up for success, and most importantly, keep everyone safe.In this episode, she shares her experience with multi-animal households and her best advice for others in the same boat. ...2022-02-151h 06It's Training Cats and Dogs!How to Build a Safe & Stress-Free Multi-Species Household - with Emily FitzpatrickLiving in a multi-species house can be as challenging as it is rewarding. With so many personalities, needs, and quirks to contend with, keeping everyone happy can feel like a full-time job!Emily Fitzpatrick, certified dog trainer and founder of Misunderstood Mutt, is someone who knows this all too well.She joined me on this episode of It’s Training Cats and Dogs to talk about how her two dogs, Remi and Goose, and her cat, Potato, all get along, as well as some tips for keeping everyone safe and happy.Key Moments...2022-02-0857 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!You Need to Train the Cat, Too! - with Julie PoslunsIf you have a cat and a dog, should you try to train the cat? Can you even train cats?You sure can! And training both the cat and the dog can often make a huge difference in the quality of your pets’ relationship.This week I spoke with Julie Posluns, Applied Animal Behaviorist and owner of Cat School. Julie shared key concepts about training cats, how to train two at the same time, and how to fit cat training around your other pets.Key Moments[3:24] An introduction to Julie’s pets...2022-02-0151 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!Control Unleashed with Cats and Dogs - with Leslie McDevittHow should you properly use Control Unleashed techniques when working with your cats and dogs?I recently spoke to Leslie McDevitt, author of the internationally popular Control Unleashed books and DVD series. Leslie shared how she has successfully integrated her own dogs with her new cats (and many fosters) using Control Unleashed techniques and a gradual introduction strategy that she adjusts based on each animal’s personality. Key Moments[3:59] How Leslie first started working with animals[7:00] Leslie introduces her three dogs[12:17] Leslie introduces her two new kittens[13:11] Les...2022-01-251h 05It's Training Cats and Dogs!How to Introduce Your New Cat to Your Dog - with Dr. Valli Fraser-CelinWhat do you do when you want to add a new cat into a house with a resident dog?All pets are different, but for most of them, a little adjustment period is needed. How you introduce them is crucial if you want to see them getting along. In a recent coaching call with fellow pet professional, Dr. Valli Fraser-Celin, Naomi took her through some simple steps to take to introduce her new cat, Peaches, to her dog, Husk. Valli has always been a dog person, studying African Wild Dogs for her PhD...2022-01-1855 minIt's Training Cats and Dogs!How to Help Your Pets Move Forward After an Incident - Coaching CallWhat do you do when your cat and dog have had a fight? How do you help everyone feel safe again?This week, Naomi chats with Em and Lindsey, members of The Cat and Dog Coexistence Club, about the aftermath of a recent incident between their cat, Fenton, and their dog, Bambi. Em and Lindsey went out for a few minutes and returned home to their pets no longer separated (and a very stressed Bambi).Naomi gives some pointers on avoiding this and building up Bambi’s confidence while keeping Fenton entertained and cal...2022-01-1134 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Your pet didn't ask for a new roommate! - with Laura Monaco TorelliThis week, Naomi chats with Laura Monaco Torelli about the importance of developing training and management plans specific to your pet's behaviors, doing research on your pet's breed and learning to make informed decisions on your household's readiness for a new pet.Key Moments[02:51] Icebreaker: Two Truths and a Lie[05:30] Cast of characters[07:54] How Naomi was adopted by Rio[11:54] Deciding if it's a good idea to introduce a new animal into the home[13:49] Bringing in a new animal with no prior planning[16:12] Management [17:52...2021-12-141h 00
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Management? But my pet has separation issues! with Jackie MoyanoThis week, Naomi chats with Jackie Moyano about dog and cat's with separation anxiety, different ways of modifying management setups and the differing behaviors from one pet to another in the same household.Key Moments[01:46] A game of "categories": multi-colored dog breeds and enrichment options[07:23] Jackie's pets and their history[10:42] How Jackie introduced Slinky and Aero[13:29] What she might have done differently[16:15] Progress takes time[18:01] Key behaviors to train[19:03] The difference between stationing/"go to your place" vs. relaxed settle[20:35] Recognize...2021-12-0747 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Don't Antagonize the Dog! - Coaching CallThis week, Naomi takes us into a private office hours session with Kenna and Aaron, members. of the Cat and Dog Coexistence Club who are working on integrating Kenna's grumpy cat (Stella) with Aaron's dog (June) and two cats (Jack and Shanks). They discuss the different training projects each of the animals is working on, and how they will come together in the future.Key Moments[00:25] Introduction to the Cast of Characters and their history[02:19] Progress with Stella[04:46] Helping Stella learn to move away when stressed[7:40] Brainstorming where Stella's...2021-11-3020 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Was This A Mistake? with Katherine DavidsonThis week, Naomi speaks with Katherine Davidson about not only managing a cat and dog household but what happens when you add a baby into the mix.Key Moments[01:36] Would You Rather[03:26] Cast of Characters[06:24] Older dogs and kitten interactions - easier or harder?[07:34] First introductions[10:01] Differences between foster cat interactions with dogs and new kitten[11:39] Prepared management[12:30] Transitioning from separate rooms[15:06] Why it's important to continue management[16:06] Cat's interactions with visiting dogs[19:15] Older dog and a...2021-11-2354 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Stop your dog from fixating on your cat - Coaching CallThis week, Naomi gives you a peek behind the curtain at the Cat and Dog Coexistence Club for a private office hours session with one of its members as they discuss Bridget's dog Bella who is hyper-fixated on her cat Walter.Key Moments[01:01] Different types of attention[02:18] Predatory sequence in dogs[04:28] Ways to train in the orient stage[05:14] Two ways to "unstick" a dog[06:46] Finding the sweet spot to do training[07:56] Miscalibrations are understandable[09:20] Practicing while Eyeing bakes tension into the behavior2021-11-1617 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Too Much Stress - with Dawn HunterscheidtThis week, Naomi chats with Dawn about living with stressed-out pets during stressful times and the different forms of management that can help find some peace.Key Moments[01:39] Cast of characters[03:17] Background on the existing household pets[04:35] Odin's backstory - not the dog they were looking for[06:24] Adding Odin, the reactive puppy, to the family[08:23] Early management setup[09:46] The start of the stress[11:06] Separation anxiety[12:02] Things that could have been improved[13:15] The flittering game[17:40] Safety concerns2021-11-0953 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Lost in Translation - Part Two - with Lauren RubinIn part two of my chat with Lauren Rubin, we talk more about the differences in dog and cat body language, the importance of management, and just how important support is in your coexistence journey.Key Moments[03:13] The difference between cat and dog body language[05:29] Cat testing[08:35] Coexistence doesn't mean unsupervised[09:32] Rehoming is sometimes necessary[12:05] Don't ever let them just work it out[14:37] Space issues[18:56] What to do before bringing a new pet into your existing setup[21:24] Physical and behavior management...2021-11-0129 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Lost in Translation - Part One - with Lauren RubinIn part one of my chat with Lauren Rubin, we talk about the challenges of dog and cat coexistence when they don't understand each other's body language and how sometimes you just need to keep your pets seperated.Key Moments[01:13] Two Truths and a Lie[03:18] Cast of Characters[08:27] Trainers make mistakes too[10:40] Integration and management with introducing established dog to puppy[15:18] Practicing small stress behaviors[16:41] Alternative behavior[17:33] Differential reinforcement: Introducing dog to cat[20:02] Keeping animals permanently separated[24:50] Accidentally reinforcing...2021-10-2644 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!When "Let them work it out" Doesn't Work Out - Part Two - with Ran Courant MorganIn part two of my chat with Ran, we talk further on the side effects of punishment-based training, cat and dog body language, cat testing and getting professional help.Key Moments[00:37] More talk on punishment-based training side effects[03:14] Coping mechanisms don't mean your cat and dog are "getting along"[06:52] Cat testing[08:42] Cat and dog body language[10:10] Cat testing - part two[13:33] Behavioral triggers and training[16:35] Cat and dog body language - part two[20:00] Getting professional help and finding community[24:26...2021-10-1930 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!When "Let them work it out" Doesn't Work Out - Part One - With Ran Courant-MorganWhat happens when the perfect dog for you isn't the perfect dog for your household? How can a reactive dog bursting with energy and constantly under stress succeed in a home where the resident cats *literally* keep her up at night? That's exactly what happened when @rantalksdogs brought home Lenny. In the first part of this two-part interview, Ran took us through the intricacies of Lenny’s cat-related distress and what steps they took to try and bring some peace and coexistence to the household.Key Moments [1:26] Our cast of characters...2021-10-1249 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Coaching Call: Stress-free Setups with ElenaThis week, I'm taking you on a coaching call with one of the Club's founding members, Elena. We talk about some setups she's using, as well as ways to chart progress, make changes, and move through the later stages of her dog and cat coexistence journey.In this episodeThis coaching call with Elena focuses on the current setups she has for her dog Piper and her cat Ziggy - what is working, what isn't and ways that some simple changes to the setup might make things less stressful for everyone involved. Naomi and Elena...2021-10-0539 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!How to Train Your Cat with Linlin CaoNaomi chats with Linlin Cao about how training her two cats helped with the integration of two dogs into their household.In this episode we discuss:Our cast of charactersSimon: 7-year-old catTiffany: 6-year-old catNiko the dogSunny the dog Simon was their first pet – adopted just after graduate school, thinking a cat would be an easier pet to adopt first.Tiffany was a little stray kitten found in Chinatown, Houston. Was going to be taken to the shelter before Lin Lin’s husband fell in l...2021-09-2858 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Meeting the Needs of a Suburban Herding DogHow do you provide enrichment for a highly active herding dog while you’re living in the suburbs? Naomi talks to Kristina Mok about her cattledog pup Lexa and her elder cat Pippi.In this episode we discuss:Our cast of characters: Lexa and PippiLexa is an Australian cattledog pup, full of excitement and energy Pippi is a former rescue cat that’s been part of Kristina’s family for thirteen yearsStarting ProblemsA very activity driven puppy and an old cat sharing a householdLiving the suburbsFirs...2021-09-2119 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Cat Enrichment Case Study: Piglet and PennyWhat does it take to develop an enrichment plan that works? This week, Naomi takes you through developing an enrichment plan. She spends some time taking you through a case study of Piglet the cat and Penny the dog and how enrichment helped them to learn to coexist.In this episode we discuss:Our cast of characters: Piglet and PennyPenny is a 9-year-old, submissive dog with a lot of fears and quirks. She's successfully lived with other cats with no prior problems.Piggy was a shelter cat, described as calm...2021-09-1410 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Enrichment: What, why and howEnrichment: What, Why and HowOur pets might be domesticated but that doesn’t mean they’re perfect happy living in an environment catered just to their human’s needs! This week, Naomi talks enrichment. What is it and how can we use it to help minimize unwanted pet behaviors?In this episode we discuss: What is enrichment?o A shorthand for designing an enriching environment or providing enriching activities.o Giving an animal the opportunity to behave the way they would in the wild. Eg. Zebras given the e...2021-09-0711 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!Introducing a Puppy to Resident Cats with Olivia HealyWhat happens when you introduce your two resident cats to the new puppy in your life? How can you keep everyone safe and happy while making sure you’ve time for all the furry members of your family? In our very first episode, Naomi talks to Olivia Healy, a trainer in California who has two high-maintenance cats, about her recent experiences temporarily housing puppies. In this episode we discuss:FosteringAn introduction to kitten behavior at 2 or 3-7 weeksFostering can give you an insight into how your resident animals can cope (if management and in...2021-08-3155 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!It's Training Cats and Dogs!It's the podcast for cat-AND-dog-people. Every week, pet trainer Naomi Rotenberg brings you insights into how to manage your multi-species household and help your pets safely coexist.2021-08-2900 min