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Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents098 How Women Can Get Dogs to Listen to Them & How to Solve Barking Problems.In this “Best Of” Replay show, we’ll start by talking about barking. Different sounding barks communicate different emotions and needs. If you’re trying to reduce your dog’s barking recognizing what your dog is telling you is the first step. I’ll explain the sound that means your dog is feeling excited. Then, why do some women have a harder time getting their dogs to obey them compared to men? Listen as Camilla Gray-Nelson, author of Lipstick and the Leash: Dog Training a Woman’s Way, explains the answer and tells women how to get control back. ...2021-07-2737 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents097 Why Dogs Jump Up On People & How to Help Your Vet Who Helps Your Pets.Do you like it or hate it when your dog wants to jump up on you when they greet you? Why do dogs want to jump up on people anyway? There are two reasons I’ll tell you about. If you want to stop the behavior teach your dog the way you would prefer them to greet you. When we take our pets to the vet because they are sick or injured we are feeling fear and love and anguished hope that they will be okay, plus worry and possible stress about the costs it will take to...2021-07-1340 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents096 How to Ward off Dogs Intent on Attacking Your Dog & Stopping Your Cat from Dashing out Doors.Who is the most famous dog in the world? It may surprise you to know, he isn’t even real yet he says words that we, human beings would often like to say. In today’s creature feature I’ll share some fun facts about this character that most children know and love, and many adults still fondly remember. Continuing my conversation with dog aggression expert, Michael Shikashio, CDBC, (aggressivedog.com) we talk about what to do if you are out walking your dog and suddenly one or more dogs becomes aggressive and start attacking your dog – how to ward of...2021-06-2930 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents095 What to do about Cat Hairballs & You Can Help Prevent Dog Bites by Doing These Two Things.Do you wonder exactly why cats get hairballs and if there is anything you can do to reduce the amount that form in your cat’s stomach and then get thrown up exactly when and where you most don’t want them? I’ll explain how hairballs are a good thing for your feline, what to do to lessen their existence and the symptoms to watch for that might indicate an excessively large hairball may be causing health problems. There have been two different types of highly upsetting dog biting incidents recently in my town, one involving a chil...2021-06-1641 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents094 Preventing Yellow Dog Urine Spots on The Lawn & The Real Reason Cats Scratch Your FurnitureAre you frustrated by the yellow and brown spots on your lawn that occur when your dog pees in the grass? Wondering why it happens and what can you do about it? The reason those spots appear is that dog urine is rich in nitrogen and it’s the high concentrations of this plus associated salts in the urine that kills or essentially “burns” the grass the urine soaks into. You may have heard that to stop your dog from killing the grass when they pee, that you can feed your dog a dietary supplement and this wi...2021-06-0135 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents093 Why Cats Yowl and What to Do About It & How to Earn Your Dog’s RespectDoes your cat start yowling or meowing excessively in the early mornings or late at night? This can be very annoying, I know. Why do cats make this loud, piercing sound and what can be done to stop it? I’ll explain a number of reasons why cats may start excessive vocalization and what to do, during this episode and then in more detail on the companion blog. I have heard that it is important that your dog respect you. I know Rosy, my part Shetland sheepdog/German shepherd mix loves me, and mostly listens to me, bu...2021-05-1849 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents092 Reasons Cats Bully Other Cats & Why Eight-Month-Old Puppies Forget Their Manners & Training.Does one of your cats bully other cats in the house hold? When human bullies torment other people, it seems like the reasons for doing so, is that they take delight in picking on others. Bullying cat’s behavior may look the same –torturing and attacking others, but the reasons are very different and specific to being a feline. I’ll explain a few of most common reasons a cat may turn into a bully. Then, continuing the conversation with animal communicator, Tim Link, author of “Talking with Dogs and Cats: Joining the Conversation to Improve Behavior and Bond...2021-05-0446 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents091 Remedy Separation Anxiety in Cats & What to Look For To Find a Good Dog Trainer.Can cats experience separation anxiety as we start leaving them alone more as we return to working outside the home? Yes, they can. I’ll explain how they may exhibit anxiety and what you can do to distract them after you’ve left or prevent them from becoming unnerved in the first place. To find a good dog trainer, what should you be looking for regarding their credentials and what are the first big questions to ask them. Louie Torres, the CEO and founder of Unleashed Consulting, a company that helps dog trainers grow their busi...2021-04-2023 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents090 Tips for Effectively Training Small Dogs & When Hiring A Dog Trainer Is the Best Solution.The difference in effectively training large versus small dogs, has more to do with your technique and what is required from you, rather than their abilities. The mechanics of training large and small dogs stay the same, but there are subtle differences in how you train, that can get in the way of success or guarantee it. In this episode, I’ll offer three training tips for small breeds having to do with the position of your body, the size of their tummies and the additional time and patience that may be required from you to teach them some si...2021-04-0632 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents089 Medicating Pets CAN be Much Easier & 5 Things to Know About Small Breed Dogs.In this week’s creature feature hear about how a man’s grocery shopping trip cost him a whole lot more – thanks to his dogs. Do you find it almost impossible to get medicine in your pets at times? As you struggle and fight to get pills or drops in them, do you find yourself thinking, “there has got to be an easier way”? Well, there is. And it has to do with changing the form of the medicine. My guest is Dr. Alan Chan, a pharmacist with the Golden Gate Veterinary Compounding Pharmacy in Novato, California, and he’s go...2021-03-2336 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents088 A Vet That Helps Pets of The Homeless & Dog Leashing Etiquette for Humans.For this week’s Creature Feature, you’ll hear two stories, about a dog and a cat that unknowingly caused a “bit” of panic that resulted in the police being called. Then, hear stories from my guest, Dr. Kwane Stewart, known as the “Street Vet” about his experiences treating pets of the homeless in Los Angeles, California. For the last 9 years, Dr. Stewart has spent time walking the neighborhoods looking for people living on the streets that have pets that might need some veterinary care. He’s called the Street Vet because dressed in scrubs, with his medical bag in...2021-03-0937 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents087 Solutions for Allergic Cat Lovers & Where the Term “Kitty corner” Originated.Today’s creature feature is about a diamond in the ruff. Hear a story about a dog named Duque, a mutt that was worth 15,000 dollars, at least while the diamond ring he had swallowed, was inside of his stomach. Are you allergic to cats? Or you may not be, but one of your family members is? Wish you could have a cat or already do and suffer the consequences of your allergic reactions? Cat allergies can seem like a really hopeless problem. My guest today, Diane Morgan is the author of “The Sneeze-Free Cat Owner: Allergy Management & B...2021-02-2346 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents086 How Dog’s Behavior Reflects Our Emotions & All the Reasons That Cats Groom Themselves.In today’s creature feature -three stories from England about cats bringing presents home to their humans – but not the dead rodents you would normally expect. Sometimes felines hunt out and capture more people friendly things. Does your dog ever have times where they behave in uncharacteristic ways like acting all hyper and crazy, other times, becoming mopey and rather sad looking or even taking up a bad habit that no amount of training seems to be able to stop? Can't figure out for the life of you what is going on in the dog’s mind? Today, y...2021-02-0942 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents085 Relieve Your Dogs Boredom During the Pandemic & Do Cats Dream?For this show’s Creature Feature, you’ll hear three stories about a few dogs who ate unbelievable things – to the point that it is hard to swallow. Then, watch a Twin Cities Live TV show segment where I teach you what to do if your dog is choking and can’t breathe. Are you getting bored doing the same old things with your dog as the pandemic drags on? Wouldn’t it be nice to get some fresh ideas for things your dog can do to liven up their day? I’ve got the perfect resource for you. It’s...2021-01-2638 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents084 How to Survive a Dog Attack and the Colors Your Cat Sees.Do cats see in color? How does your cat’s eyes show you its mood? You’d think that cats have really good vision – but the truth may surprise you. I’ll take a closer look at those large, beautiful eyes feline eyes. Then, if your dog picks up garbage to eat when you’re out walking, do you try to take it out of their mouth? To avoid getting bitten in the process, dog aggression expert, Bryan Bailey, author of the book, “The Hammer: Why Dogs Attack Us and How to Prevent It” offers this caution. You’ll also hea...2021-01-1233 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents083 Why Dogs Attack People and Preventing It and How Good Is Your Pet’s Sense of Taste..You know your pet loves food but have you ever wondered what they actually can taste compared to you? I’ll explain the similarities and differences between your taste buds and dogs and cats. Did you know that there is a fifth identified taste detector on your tongue that you share with your pets? Find out what it is. Talking about dogs biting people is a disturbing issue. Contrary to what many people think and you may have experienced, there are very specific reasons that dogs bite and attack people. Dog aggression expert, Bryan Bailey, author of the...2020-12-2932 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents082 New Stories about Rocket, the Children’s Hospital Dog & Reduce Feelings of Fear in Cats.To start this episode, I’ll tell you another creature feature. Do you remember the part in the movie, The Wizard of OZ when Toto and Dorothy are swept away in their house by a tornado? If you think a dog being carried away is only fiction, wait till you hear this. Then, I’ve got news. After a stay-at-home order, due to the pandemic, Rocket, the NutriSource Pet Food’s sponsored, M Health Fairview - University of Minnesota - Masonic Children’s Hospital dog, is back at his job - helping children and families again deal with all th...2020-12-1543 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents081 What Triggers My Dog to Fight with Other Dogs and Stories of People and Pets Rescuing Each Other.Does your dog ever initiate scrapes or scuffles with another dog? All of a sudden, they are at each other. You may not know what started it, if someone is getting hurt or not, and the human owners watching nearby are screaming, and yelling sometimes louder than the dogs. No injuries may result, but it’s still upsetting when this occurs. Even if we don’t think there was any provocation, there are reasons your dog can become physically assertive or aggressive that we may not understand simply because we do not have canine minds. My dog, Rosy acted out...2020-12-0144 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents080 Science Reveals Why and How Dogs Love Us & the Reason Cats Get Zoomies.I’m starting a new segment, called Creature Feature, remarkable, funny, or heartwarming short tales es about animals. Here’s the first creature feature, “Sometimes, wishes come true in the funniest of ways.” Do you feel like you get unconditional love from your dog? Do you ever wonder why it is that they do love us so much? Science is revealing now, how dogs are positively affected by us. My guest today, is Dr. Clive Wynne, the director of the Canine Science Collaboratory at Arizona State University and the author of the book, “Dog is Love, Why and How You...2020-11-1736 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents079 Why Dogs Chew Shoes and How to Create A Cat’s Dream Home.Do you wonder why your dog loves to eat up your shoes and what to do about it if they’ve made a habit out of it? There are three specific reasons dogs chew slippers, high heels and dress shoes and one of them does have to do with the feet you put in that footwear. I’ll explain this and offer a few suggestions for saving the shoes short of giving away your dog. Then, you can greatly improve the daily health of your cat by doing a few things in t...2020-11-0338 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents078 How to Know if You’re Overfeeding Your Dog & A Truth About Cats We Overlook.There is a simple way to tell if you are feeding your dog too much, that is not about how much the dog weighs. Find out what it is. Then, being aware of your cat’s capabilities in this one particular area can make caring and living with your feline, so much easier and better provide for its needs. Pam Johnson – Bennet, a certified cat behavior consultant and author of Cat Wise, Americas Favorite Cat Expert Answers Your Cat Behavior Questions, tells you this truth about cats that we tend to overlook. Also, I tell you...2020-10-2029 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents077 Increase Indoor Cat’s Happiness & The 2020 Way to Figure A Dog’s Age in Human Years. You and your cats share some of the same core emotions. One of them is called SEEKING which is “the basic impulse to search, investigate and make sense of the environment” A combination of positive emotions – enthusiasm, wanting something really good, looking forward to getting something really good, and curiosity are all involved in this emotional system in the brain. SEEKING emotions feel good and make us and other animals feel happy. A key to your cat’s overall mental well-being is to activate this positive emotion in them as much as possible. I’ll explain thre...2020-10-0523 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents076 Making Sure Dogs Have Happy Lives & Specialists for Pets Severe Behavior Issues.Do you wonder if your pet has a happy life overall? You can increase their happiness and mental well-being by addressing the core emotions that both you and your pets share. This means understanding the emotions and creating an environment where your pet’s positive emotions, SEEKING and PLAY get activated as much as possible and the negative ones, FEAR, RAGE and GRIEF, don’t get activated any more than necessary. Through this guideline, your dogs and cats will be much happier and you’ll see fewer behavior problems. In this episode, I’ll tell you about the first positive...2020-09-2100 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents075 From 9-11: A Secret Service Agent’s Tale of Survival and Dogs That Worked Ground Zero.First, Dan Hughes, a former secret service agent for the United States was reporting to work at one of the towers on 9-11, 2001 when it collapsed. Listen to his story about his experience and survival and how that led him to want to work with dogs. He is currently the co-owner of Dogs for Defense, a company of detection dogs that sniff out drugs and bombs. Then, there were numerous search and rescue dog teams that worked at the World Trade Center on 9- 11. I’ll share a few of...2020-09-0800 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents074 How to Improve Your Pet’s Mental Health and Help for Pets Fearful of Thunder and Fireworks.Do you wonder if your pet is happy, overall? There is something you can do to increase their mental welfare and make sure their emotional needs are being met. The key has to do with what you and your pet has in common - the core emotion systems in the brain. I’ll tell you about 5 of the 7 core emotions we share with our dogs and cats and then the guideline to follow. See the companion blog for episode 74 that lists all seven core emotions at www.raisingyourpaws.com. Is your dog or cat afraid of th...2020-08-2400 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents073 Top 3 Things To Know About Dogs & Solving Cat Litter Box Problems.This is a “Best of Podcast” replay show of pillar episode 2. Get ready to re-count the age of your dog or cat. There is new more accurate information about how to figure out your pet’s age in human years. I’ll explain the new method. Then, there are some basic truths about how your dog sees its world that will help you understand a lot of its behavior. Jean Donaldson, one of the world’s leading dog trainers, founder of the Academy for Dog Trainers, and author of the book, “The Culture Clash: A Revolutionary...2020-08-1100 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents072 How Dogs Vs. Cats Cope When Sick & The Signs That Indicate Cats Do or Don’t Get Along.When your pet is ill or injured, don’t you wish they could tell you with words how they are feeling? Would be nice, but what we have, is how they react and behave. When sick, dogs and cats in general, react very differently from one another. I’ll explain how and why. Michael Birnbaum, my artist friend, returns to tell another story from his childhood about his first dog and their encounter with fire. The story is entitled, “Trouble with Matches.” Why is it, that multiple cats living in a household, often don’t get along –...2020-07-2800 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents071 Need to Know Advice if You’ve Recently Adopted a Dog and Why We Say Cats Have 9 LivesHave you ever seen your cat get itself into a dangerous physical situation, that you’re sure is going to kill it, but somehow, they make it out okay? There is the myth that cats have 9 lives, because what else explains the perilous things they do, like leaping madly into the air or falling hundreds of feet and still live to meow again. The obvious conclusion is that they must have more than one life to live. (Just kidding.) In this episode, I’ll delve into what it is about cats that has resulted in the worldwide saying that “cats ha...2020-07-1400 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents070 Why Dogs Whine and What to Do If Your Dog is Leash Reactive. Do you get annoyed at times when your dog is whining? Making you feel uncomfortable is one of the purposes of this high-pitched vocalization. I know that sounds crazy but once you know more about the mechanics and reasons dog’s whine, you’ll understand and respect the sound more. When out walking your dog on its leash, are there times your dog starts acting very upset - barking and lunging - when it sees or encounters an unfamiliar dog? This behavior can be triggered by the very fact that your dog is attached to a lea...2020-06-3000 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents069 Keeping your Cat Interested in Toys & Solving your Dog’s Reactivity to Other Dogs. Does your cat get easily bored with its toys? At first being very excited to play but then after a short while, not so much? In this episode, I’ll tell you about a research project a cat behavior scientist from England, conducted, to find out why cats are famous for getting quickly bored with their toys - even if you put them away in the closet overnight. Turns out there are four mechanisms at work when cats are hunting live animals that also apply to keeping interest in fake prey- their toys. I’ll expla...2020-06-1600 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents068 Why Pups Are Snapped At By Older Dogs & How Cats Can Go Hiking And Biking.Announcement! We have a Raising Your Paws Facebook page. Quick ideas and fun video’s about how and why dogs and cats behave the way they do and what to do to solve the challenges. Please join our community. We welcome questions. Looking forward to seeing you there. Has your puppy gotten snapped at by an adult dog? Or has your adult dog irritably jumped on a puppy for no apparent reason? In this episode, I’ll explain the action that may look to you, like unprovoked aggression but in reality is a normal and to be expe...2020-06-0200 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents067 Add This Cancer Fighting Food to Your Dog’s Bowl & A trick for Getting a Pill into the Cat.Children are always implored to eat their vegetables. There is someone else in your home that would benefit from eating some fresh veges -it’s your dog. Find out in this episode the one thing to add to your dog’s dinner bowl three times a week that powers up their nutrition by adding micronutrients to their diet. Then I’ll tell you about the Purdue University study that suggests that the eating certain vegetables may prevent or slow the development of bladder cancer in certain dogs. Next, as part of the new feature, True Personal Pet Stories...2020-05-1900 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents066 Service Dogs Taught Without Training Commands and Why Cats Are So Agile.First, I answer a question from a listener – Scott Martin from Highland Park, Illinois asked why cats are so agile with their feet? I go into the juicy details but overall the secret has to do with them needing to be great hunters. Next, there is a newer revolutionary approach to teaching your dog that does NOT rely on the traditional method of training commands. Rocket, the NutriSource dog that is working as a service dog in a children’s’ hospital (featured in the last two episodes) was taught using the Bond-Based approach. My guest in this episod...2020-05-0500 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents065 A Dog with Extraordinary Skills Helping Children & Reassurances about Cats and Covid-19. We have a new logo for the podcast! You’ll see it appearing on all the podcast apps and soon on the Raising Your Paws website. Let me know what you think of it at susan@raisingyourpaws.com. Have you heard about the zoo wild cats or domestic cats overseas that are reported to have tested positive to Covid – 19? Are you worried that this means your kitty can get sick and even transmit the virus to you? The American Veterinary Medical Association has the latest information and detailed stories about these felines and in this segme...2020-04-2000 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents064 How a Canine Hospital Staff Member Helps Children & What To Do First, After Adopting or Fostering a New Pet.Fostering of pets is on the rise. All over the country, animal shelters have been putting out calls for community foster homes and people are responding. Adoptions are up as well. If you are thinking of fostering or adopting or have recently done so, I’ll discuss a few of the first things to consider to make sure your new dog or cat’s transition into your home. I’ll start with the most important thing to know about what will be needed for dog owners and the two key things to do in your home for cat ow...2020-04-0700 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents063 Reassurances About Pets and COVID-19 & The Benefits of CBD Oil From a VetIf your dog ever gets an expression on its face that looks like they are smiling, I’d like you to send a photo of that to me. I’ll post a number of smiling dog photos on one of the blog posts on the Raising Your Paws website and your dog will receive a large free bag of NutriSource pet food. Please send one or two photos of your smiling dog to susan@raisingyourpaws.com. Be sure to tell me your dog’s name and the kind of breed they are. Keep the photos coming through the end of Marc...2020-03-2400 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents062 Understand Your Dog’s Facial Expressions and the Story of Indy, a Blind, Sled Racing Dog.I start this episode clarifying a part of the conversation I had with animal trainer, Ken Ramirez in the last episode, about rewarding your dog every time they come when you call them. This is in response to some questions listeners had about positive reinforcement training and if this means one always has to give treats to get a dog to do anything. If you have any questions you’d like answered on the podcast about your pets, please feel free to ask. Post your question in the comment section of any blog article or write me at...2020-03-1000 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents061 The Emotional Benefit of Positive Reinforcement Dog Training & Do Dogs Actually Smile?First, you might think that when a cat hisses at something, it means they feel mad. This is not the case. I’ll explain what cats may be feeling that causes them to hiss, how a cat’s hiss is similar to a dog’s growl and offer tips of how to handle your cat when they hiss at you. Then, I’ll continue my conversation from the last episode, with Ken Ramirez, Executive Vice President of Karen Pryor Clicker Training, and author of The Eye of the Trainer: Animal Training, Transformation and Trust. When training...2020-02-2500 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents060 Dog Training: Positive Reinforcement or Punishment Based? & Why the Cat Pees on Your Bed. In honor of Valentine’s Day - the celebration of love and affection, since we give our hearts readily to our dogs and cats, here are some thoughts on how dogs help men express their feelings and how a cat’s purr benefits you physically. If you need to start training your dog or want to hire a dog trainer, how do you know which of the different styles or methods of training will work and is best for your dog? Wouldn’t it be helpful for making an informed decision, if you understood in the first...2020-02-1100 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents059 When Your Cat Pees in Unwanted Places and Golden Retrievers That Bring Comfort During Disasters.Are you having problems with your cat, not using the litter box, but instead peeing in places you’d never expect? In this episode I’ll talk about when cats choose house plants as their litter box, offer an explanation for why this might happen and tell you what to do about it. Next time, we’ll cover when cats begin peeing in your bed. You may have heard of therapy dogs who visit patients in hospitals and clinics. Today, you’re going to hear about a special group of golde...2020-01-2800 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents058 Sure Fire Way to Decide if You Should Get Pet Health Insurance & Why Your Dog Lies Down After Spotting Another DogIn this, “Best of Podcast” pillar episode replay show, we’ll first start with what you should do if you think your pet may have been poisoned… besides panic. I’ll tell you a story about when I accidently fed a toxic drug to my dog and a phone number you’ll want to call right away if you suspect poisoning. Next, do you wonder if you need to have pet health insurance for your cat or dog? Dr. Doug Kenney, DVM, author of the book, Pet Health Insurance, A Veterinarians Perspective, poses two simple questions to ask yourself...2020-01-1400 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents057 How Smelly Humans Are to Dogs & A Marine and a Dog from Afghanistan that Rescued Each Other.How can search and rescue and police dogs sniff out and follow people that are long gone from sight? It is because, we humans smell A LOT to dogs and this makes it easy for them to track people. In this episode, I’ll explain exactly why and how you are constantly producing odors that dogs can detect and allow them to identify YOUR particular scent from all others. Next, the story you’ll hear today, from my guest, Craig Grossi, a marine, who was stationed in, Afghanistan is about a stray dog who was scrounging out his...2019-12-3100 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents056 What to Know Before Giving a Pet as a Holiday Gift & Why Certain Holiday Foods are Not Good For Your Pets.If you are thinking of finally getting that puppy or kitty for your kids, relative or special someone and presenting it as a holiday gift, you’ll want to consider these things first to ensure the pet will be a long lasting success in the home. There are certain foods we like to eat around the holidays, that our pets would also like to partake in, but many of them can cause health problems for the dog and cat. In this episode I’ll list which ones can be hazardous and explain the reasons why. ...2019-12-1700 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents055 Hearing Your Pets Talk Using Artificial Intelligence? & Why Dogs Turn in Circles and Scratch Before Lying Down.I promised you that I’d tell you why I knew my cat Willie would protect my apartment and get physical with any intruder that dared to enter the house. Here is the story of why Willie’s nickname was “Killer Cat.” Next, did you know that your dog can recognize your different facial expressions and that someday you may be hearing what your pets actually say, though using artificial intelligence? My guest today, is Richard Louv, a nature journalist and author of the book, “Our Wild Calling: How connecting with animals can transform our lives – and Save theirs.”...2019-12-0300 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents054 The Reasons Dogs Drool So Much & Why Family Dogs Bite Family Members.Does your dog leave puddles of drool on the floor in anticipation of eating when you open the container of its food? Or perhaps you have one of those large dog who slobbers constantly. Why do dogs drool? There are many reasons for this. Find out what they are in this episode. You may be surprised to hear that some of the most common dog bites happen to family members from the family dog. Why is this? What are the circumstances that can lead to your dog biting you or someone in the family? And most importantly...2019-11-1900 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents053 Why Your Cat Brings You Dead Mice and How to React, & Your Dog Could Bite Someone – How to Prevent It.Does your cat bring you dead mice it kills or various rodent body parts? I’ll explain the current theory for why cats do this and the best way to react. It’s probably not what you think. Then, if you are like many other dog owners, you don’t like to think that your dog could ever bite someone. The reality is that any dog – no matter the breed, can bite and injure someone. My guest, Melissa Berryman, is a dog bite prevention expert, creator of the People Training for Good Dogs dog handling program, and author o...2019-11-0500 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents052 Why Dogs Eat Cat Poop & How to Stop the Dog From Barking at the Mail Carrier.Do you have both dogs and cats at home? Does your dog eat your cat’s poop? Seems that many dogs find those little turds, a tempting treat. I’ll talk about the habit of eating feces, called coprophagia and how to keep your dog out of the cat’s litter box. Have you wondered if there is anything you can do to prevent your dog from barking and going ballistic every time the mail carrier shows up at the house? Hear what Katie K-9, a long time dog trainer who I’ve had on the show a number o...2019-10-2200 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents051 Teach Your Dog to Stop Begging & How A Pet Food Company Helps Children Battle Cancer.Does your dog annoy you when it begs for one more treat, or pushes your hand so that you continue petting its back, or bark at you to throw the ball just once more? In this episode, I’ll explain how to teach the cue, “enough” which means they are to stop doing whatever rather demanding behavior they are doing and leave you alone. Then, meet the family behind NutriSource and why in addition to manufacturing pet food, the company is dedicated to helping children that are hospitalized or battling cancer. My guest is Charlie Nelson, the third g...2019-10-0800 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsMaking the Crate More Enjoyable For Your Dog & Why Cats Returning From the Vet Get Attacked By the Cats at HomeHave you noticed that when a few dogs are walking or playing together, if one pees or marks a spot outside, than the other dogs will come over and mark the same spot? Why do dogs do this? I’ll explain how this is serious business in the canine world. Next, talking to dog trainer, Katie-K-9 about dog crates, find out the answers to what the best kind of crate to get is, wire or plastic, what you can do to help your dog enjoy their time in the crate, and how to know when it’s time...2019-09-2400 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsReasons Cats Bully other Cats & Why Your 8 Month old Puppy Seems to Forget all Its Manners & Training Does one of your cats bully other cats in the house hold? When human bullies torment other people, it seems like the reasons for doing so, is that they take delight in picking on others. Bullying cat’s behavior may look the same –torturing and attacking others, but the reasons are very different and specific to being a feline. I’ll explain a few of most common reasons a cat may turn into a bully. Then, continuing the conversation with animal communicator, Tim Link, author of “Talking with Dogs and Cats: Joining the Conversation to Improve B...2019-09-1000 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents: Finding Lost Pets – Stories from an Animal Communicator & How to Break Up Dog FightsWhen your dog catches sight of that rabbit and runs off for the chase does your pet ignore you as you call for them to come back and act like they don’t hear you? I’ll explain this phenomenon. Then, has your pet ever suddenly started acting differently, you can’t understand why or what to do to help and you just wished they could just tell you what’s wrong? Many people have gotten their answers through animal communicators. My guest is Tim Link, an animal communicator, who specializes in missing or lost pet cases. Hear his s...2019-08-2700 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsBeing Your Dog’s Leader: A Technique for Out-of-Control BehaviorDoes your dog want to eat the wild grasses that sprout during the spring and summer? Do you let them? There are mixed opinions between dog owners about this. Why do dogs want to eat grass anyway and is it okay for them to eat? We start this episode by asking dog trainer, Katie-K-9 for her opinion. For a dog to listen to you, you don’t have to be the Alpha or dominant – you do need to be a good leader. I’ll describe an effective way to handle some of your dogs out of control behavior...2019-08-1300 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsThe Meaning behind a Cat’s Twitching & Thrashing Tail and Handling the Puppy with the Kids.Did you know that a cat’s tail is an extension of its spine? The tail can tell you much about their mood. In this episode, I’ll explain what twitching and thrashing can mean about how your cat is feeling. Then, dog trainer Katie K-9 is back on the show, answering listener’s questions about what to do when the new puppy won’t leave the human kids alone - roughhousing and chewing on them. Plus, I tell you the story of my dog Rosy, who has a very dangerous habit of eating bees and the...2019-07-1600 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsCure Your Dog’s Separation Anxiety & How Dogs Detect Arson and Save BeesDoes your dog have a separation anxiety problem? Not quite sure what it is or what to do about it? Nicole Wilde, professional dog trainer, behavior specialist and author of the book, Don’t Leave Me! Step by Step Help for Your Dog’s Separation Anxiety, explains that there is hope and help for you and your dog to alleviate the numerous challenges that result from a pup who becomes severely anxious when left alone. Then, I’ll share a few more unique ways in which dogs apply their noses to assist fire and termite inspectors as well a...2019-07-0200 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsUse Your Voice So Your Dog Listens & The Key Difference Between Training Cats and Dogs Did you know that the pitch of your voice and how you say words, can affect if your dog ignores or obeys you? I’ll explain how to use your words in the most effective way so your dog will be more apt to listen to what you are asking. Where ever did we get the idea that you can’t train a cat? In part two of my conversation with, feline behavior specialist, Sarah Ellis, from International Cat Care, and co-author of the book, The Trainable Cat: A Practical Guide to Making Life Happier for Yo...2019-06-1800 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsThe Reasons Dogs Investigate Our Private Parts & Why You’ll Want to Train Your CatDo you get embarrassed when you meet a new dog and the first thing they want to do is bury their nose in your crotch? Why do they have to do that? In this episode, I’ll tell you what the dog is doing - and it’s no different than what they do with other dogs – they’re simply finding out information about you - but not in the way you probably think. Whoever hears about cat trainers? – And the common belief is that cats can’t be trained. But it’s not true. They can - and the benefi...2019-06-0400 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsHow a Cat Shows its Feeling Uncertain & Stories of Dogs that Apprehend and Detain criminals Dogs lick their lips as a sign they are feeling uncomfortable, but what does it mean when a cat flicks its tongue out when there is no food around? I’ll explain what this gesture can indicate about a cat’s mood. Then, in part two of my conversation with, Steve Pearson, a former police officer, SWAT commander and owner and trainer at Performance Kennels Inc. he tells stories about the police K-9 dogs that chase down, apprehend and detain criminals. Hear trade talk about how they learn their special skills and what it is like...2019-05-2100 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsTraining and Working with K-9 Police dogs & Recognizing and Quieting Frustration BarkingWhen you take your dog’s photograph or bend over to pet him you might notice that your dog turns its head away from you. Your dog also does this at times when other dogs approach. This is not a random meaningless motion, it’s a signal. I’ll explain what your dog is saying through this gesture. K-9 Police dogs and their handlers, assist law enforcement by searching for drugs and explosives, locating missing people, finding crime scene evidence, and apprehending people targeted by the police. What does it takes for a dog to become police dog and wh...2019-05-0700 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsReasons to See the Vet if your Dog Suffers Nighttime Anxiety & Why Cats Suck on ClothingIn this episode, I’ll look at three instances where looks can be deceiving – the theme for this week’s show. Does your cat pad her feet up and down on your chest or stomach which is called kneading? And/or ever suck on you or your clothing? Even though you know you are not a cat, and couldn’t deceive anyone, you don’t fool your cat. To them, you resemble its mother well enough that they engage in those behaviors with you. In this episode, I explain why and how. Anxiety in a dog at nigh...2019-04-2300 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsDo Humans and Pets Share All The Same Emotions? & How to Tell When Cats Are AnxiousWhen your dog raises its hackles does it always mean they are angry and upset? No, it does not. In this episode, find out what else your dog may be feeling when you see that distinctive sign. As a pet owner, you know your dog or cat has emotions such as fear, anger and happiness. But what about anxiety, shame, empathy, gratitude? Do dogs and cats feel all these? World renowned primatologist, Frans de Waal, author of, “Mama’s Last Hug: Animal Emotions and What They Tell Us about Ourselves” talks about the creatures that experience and act on t...2019-04-0900 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsSigns Your Older Dog May Have Alzheimer’s & 4 Poisonous Foods for CatsIt’s well known that certain human foods are poisonous for dogs – but what about cats? Are there human foods that are dangerous for them? Here are the top 4 foods cats should not consume. Do you have an older dog? Do you know what healthy, normal aging is supposed to look like? World renowned veterinary behaviorist, Dr. Nicolas Dodman, and editor of Good Old Dog, Expert Advice for Keeping Your Aging Dog Happy, Healthy and Comfortable, talks about what you can expect and what to do to help keep dogs healthy in their old age. In a “W...2019-03-2600 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsHow to Survive a Dog Attack and Why Your Cat Should Wear Glasses Do cats see in color? How does your cat’s eyes show you its mood? You’d think that cats have really good vision – but the truth may surprise you. I’ll take a closer look at those large, beautiful eyes feline eyes. Then, if your dog picks up garbage to eat when you’re out walking, do you try to take it out of their mouth? To avoid getting bitten in the process, Dog aggression expert, Bryan Bailey, author of the book, “The Hammer: Why Dogs Attack Us and How to Prevent It” offers this...2019-03-1200 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsHow Good Is a Dog and Cat’s Sense of Taste & Why Dogs Attack People and How to Prevent ItYou know your pet loves food but have you ever wondered what they actually can taste compared to you? I’ll explain the similarities and differences between your taste buds and dogs and cats. Did you know that there is a fifth identified taste detector on your tongue that you share with your pets? Find out what it is here. Talking about dogs biting people is a disturbing issue. Contrary to what many people think and you may have experienced, there are very specific reasons that dogs bite and attack people. Dog aggression expert, Bryan Bailey, author of t...2019-02-2600 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsHow to Help Dogs Terrified by Thunder & Stories of Canines Whose Specialized Job Skills Save People’s Lives & the Best Way To Play With Your Cat.Have you ever wondered why many dogs are afraid of thunderstorms? I explain what your dog hears compared to you, reveal the most important role you play during storms and then offer a few things you can do to help calm a petrified dog. Then, we’ll hear more stories from Alan Peters, the executive director of Can-Do-Canines, an organization in Minnesota that trains dogs to perform customized, one-of- a-kind skills that make all the difference in the lives of people with certain disabilities. In part two of our conversation (part one is in episode 34) you’ll hear...2019-02-1200 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsStories of Dogs with Very Special Jobs –Helping People with Disabilities & How Gazing into one Another’s Eyes Is Good Chemistry for You and Your DogIs there such a thing as good chemistry with a dog? Science is proving that both you and your dog’s brain chemistry is changed for the better by certain interactions. Find out which chemicals are involved and when this happens. Does your dog fetch your newspaper for you? Wait until you hear what specially trained dogs can do to help individuals living with challenges, such as hearing loss or childhood autism. Alan Peters, the executive director of Can do Canines, an organization that provides assistance dogs to people with disabilities, tells stories of people’s lives that...2019-01-2900 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsA Very Human-like Reason Why Dogs Like to Roll in Smelly Filth & A Guilt-free Strategy for Meeting Other Dogs on WalksCats have exceptional noses just like dogs do, and smelling and being smelled is an important part of their social life. They also have a smelling superpower function and I’ll tell you how you’ll know your cat has turned it on. Then, continuing my conversation with dog trainer, Katie-K-9, you’ll get practical advice about: How retractable leashes can cause more problems than the “freedom to roam” benefit. A simple and reassuring thing to do with your dog if meeting unfamiliar dogs on walks does not always go so well. The best way for you to per...2019-01-1500 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsDid the Dog and Cat Really do That? Touching and Funny Stories for the HolidaysEveryone loves cat and dog stories. In this episode you’ll hear three of them. The first two are about the incredible and unlikely things dogs can do. Then listen to a story about a cat who is anything BUT a picky eater, plus an amusing memory about my cat Willie who wanted BBQ takeout. Please help to grow our podcast by rating and reviewing it on itunes. Here is the link. Thank you. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Story: “Leonidis M.D.” by Charlotte Hopkins. From “Chicken Soup for the Soul...2019-01-0100 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsBefore Giving a Pet as a Gift, Do This First & How Search and Rescue Dogs Find Missing PeopleIf you are thinking of getting a puppy or kitten to give as a gift to someone during the holidays, you’ll want to know the most important thing to do, before some really cute creature captivates your attention. Then, how do dogs actually track and locate missing persons, anyway? Search and Rescue K-9 dog handlers, Chief Diane Stefanik and Deputy Chief Ross Butterfield, from North Star Search and Rescue, tell the tricks of the trade and share stories of their missions. Resources for this Episode: For more about finding a br...2018-12-1800 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsTeaching Your Dog to Pee and Poop on Command & Why Socializing a Young Kitten is A Must! To tell if your dog becomes uncomfortable or frightened when greeting or playing with other dogs, watch for these three body postures – the name of which all begin with the letter “s”. We begin this episode by introducing you to the 3 S’s. Then, do you ever wish your dog would hurry up and relieve itself quicker when on walks? Dog trainer, Katie K-9 joins me to tell you how to teach your dog to eliminate on command and it works for both puppies and adult dog with established habits. We also talk about what she recomme...2018-12-0400 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsThe Easiest Way to Stop a Fight Between Your Cat And Dog & Taking Coveted Items Away From Dogs Without Them Guarding the Possessions. Does your dog guard certain possessions such as its chew toys, or even pieces of Kleenex it gets a hold of? There is a remedy for this - it is learning and practicing a technique called an object exchange. In this episode, I’ll explain each of the steps. Next if you have both cats and dogs living together at home, you’ll enjoy hearing how to keep peace between them in part two of my conversation with certified animal behavior consultant, Amy Shojai, author of ComPETability, Solving Behavior Problems in the Cat-Dog Household. Wonder why y...2018-11-2000 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsHow to Solve Behavior Problems in Your Dog/Cat Household and Preventing Your Puppy From Becoming a Food GuarderYou can teach your dog not to food guard around you. It’s best to start this training at puppyhood, however, you can still do the food bowl exercises I’ll explain with adult dogs. How do cats and dogs misunderstand each other which leads to all that infamous fighting? Certified animal behavior consultant Amy Shojai, author of ComPETability, Solving Behavior Problems in Your Cat-Dog Household joins me to explain why dogs and cats get into conflict and then tells you what to do to stop your dog from mercilessly chasing your cat. RESOURCES FOR THIS...2018-11-0600 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents027 How Dogs are Saving Combat Veteran’s Lives & the Cat’s Remarkable Secret WeaponYour cat’s whiskers are far more useful than you know. In this episode, discover just how remarkable they are for helping your cat maneuver around the house or hunt, in the dark of night. Next, for veterans who suffer post-traumatic stress disorder, canines are providing relief and a lifeline, in a way that no other treatment can. You’ll hear all about it as Eva Braverman, Executive Director of War Dogs Making It Home, shares how veterans are saving dog’s lives and the dogs are saving the vets. Then, how to recognize and handle...2018-10-2300 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsHow House Companion Dogs Become Race-Winning Sled Dogs & One of the World’s Most Popular Dog’s Story of How the Breed was Created.Does your dog need a job? Perhaps it would be good at pulling your kids in a wagon or you, while on cross-country skis. Hear dog sled musher, Frank Moe, explain how he turned his household companion dogs into racing sled dogs and then he tells compelling stories of some of his races. Plus, a dog’s behavior will make sense to you when you know the job your dog was bred to do. I’ll tell you the story of how the third most popular breed in the United States was developed and what resulting behaviors you c...2018-10-0900 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsWhy And How to Make An Estate Plan For Your Pets & When the Pavement Can Hurt Your Dog’s Paws.Have your wondered why your cat must sit on the exact piece of paper that you’re trying to read on the desk or why it particularly jumps up on your friends that don’t like cats? I’ll explain behaviors that may baffle you, but make total sense to your feline. Then, what would happen to your pets, if you had to be hospitalized for a long period of time, or were delayed for days at an airport, or if the worst happened and you lost your life. It’s such a disturbing topic that no one real...2018-09-2500 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsStories from 9-11: The Dogs That Worked at Ground Zero and a Secret Service Agent’s Tale of SurvivalOn this 17 year anniversary of 9-11, I’m commemorating the day in two ways: First, Dan Hughes, the owner of Dogs for Defense, a company of detection dogs that sniff out drugs and bombs was a former secret service agent for the United States. He was reporting to work at one of the towers on 9-11, 2001 when it collapsed. What he experienced during that event, drove him to want to work with dogs. Dan is on the show again and you’ll hear his story. Then, there were numerous search and rescue dog teams that worked...2018-09-1100 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsLeash Techniques to Stop Your Lunging, Barking dog & Canines Diagnosing Parkinson’s Disease. You may be inadvertently causing your dog to react aggressively towards other dogs by how you are handling the leash. In this episode find out why this happens and how to easily correct it. Knowing the job a particular dog was bred to do, not only explains some of the behaviors, but offers you the key to providing positive outlets for your dog’s instinctive behaviors. Also good information to have when choosing to live with a certain breed. In this episode, I’ll feature one of the most popular breeds in America, the Beagle and you’l...2018-08-2800 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsFinding Places You Can Shop or Grab a Beer With Your Dog & Help Your Pets Handle the Move to the New HouseWhen you’re out with your dog, don’t you wish at times that both of you could stop in to that cool looking shop you see, or eat at that yummy looking restaurant? There is an online resource where you can find local places that are dog friendly. Ali Jarvis, the founder of Sidewalk Dog Media, and I talk about some of the larger chain stores that allow dogs, and Ali explains why breweries are a perfect place to take your dog. Next, moving to a new home is exciting yet stressful for you and your pet. I...2018-08-1400 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsHow to Keep Your Cat from Becoming a Fussy Eater & How Many Calories Should Your Pet Be Eating DailyIs your cat a picky eater? We unknowingly do some things with our cat’s food that can contribute to its fussiness. I will list the things to avoid. Then, what to figure out to help your dog maintain its ideal weight. And find out the third trend coming in pet food ingredients in part two of my conversation with Dr. Greg Aldrich. Finally, hear some fun things about our hands and face that we have in common with our dogs. Additional Resources for the Episode: Guest, Dr. Greg Aldrich, PhD. Kan...2018-07-2400 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsIncrease Your Dog’s Confidence with a Trick of the Leash & Why and When Bugs in your Pet’s Food Bowl May be a Good Thing.How you hold the leash when your dog meets new people or other dogs can have a big effect on how they feel about them. I’ll explain why and what not to do. Then, have you wondered who makes up the recipes for your pets food and guarantees the meals have all the right nutrition? Meet my guest, Dr. Greg Aldrich, PhD, a professor at Kansas State University who teaches about everything that goes into how pet foods are made. Wait till you hear about some unusual pet food ingredients that you might see in your pe...2018-07-1000 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsHow to Make Traveling with Your Pet Easy and Handling Your Dog’s Fear BarkingFirst, take advantage of your cat's meal time to add mental stimulation to its day by making this fun feeding toy. Next, do you sometimes wish you could take your pets on a vacation with you, but think it's not possible, because pets aren't allowed most places or feel it is too hard to figure out how it would work? Amy Burkert, founder of Go Pet Friendly explains how easy pet travel can actually be. Then, an additional type of barking sound your dog makes is when they are afraid. Here's why you never want t...2018-06-2600 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsHow to Read Your Dogs Tail and Knowing a Dog Breeds Original Purpose Explains their BehaviorWhen a dog wags its tail, it is common to assume the dog is feeling happy and friendly. There are times, this is not the case at all. Find out how to interpret a dog’s tail then hear about when a wag may mean your dog is afraid, threatened or anxious. Next, we’ll demystify some more ingredients in pet food, and explain the difference between protein meal and by-products, what is yucca schidigera and more. Then, if you understand the original purpose a particular breed of dog was bred for, it can explain how...2018-06-1200 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsWhat is CBD Oil, the Supplement that can Help Your dog that Everyone's Talking About & How to Get Your Puppies and Kittens to Stop Biting you.All puppies will bite and mouth you too hard at times - unless you teach them how not to. I explain the process here. Next, there is a legal, supplemental oil made from a controversial plant that is taking the news by storm. It benefits both humans and dogs health. Find out what it is and what it does. Then, I’ll explain an easily corrected mistake many cat owners make that gives a kitten the wrong idea of what’s okay to bite. Resources for this episode: Fi...2018-05-2900 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsLearning Pet CPR and Setting Guinness World Records – a Winning Combination & Astonishing Facts about Your Dog’s Nose.Did you know that pets can be record breaking title holders with Guinness world records? I'll tell you about some dogs and the unconventional skills that won them their titles. Next, Pet Tech Inc., the country's leading Pet First Aid and Care training organization, attempted to set a new Guinness World record themselves, by teaching the most people how to do CPR in one day and I was there. Find out how learning cardio pulmonary resuscitation can save your pets life, hear true stories of pets whose lives were saved through CPR, and find out how long p...2018-05-1500 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsWhy a Dog’s Growls Are a Good Thing & Reasons to NOT Vaccinate for LeptospirosisWant to know how to introduce your newly adopted dog to the cat for the first time? Follow these guidelines to ensure safety for both your dog and cat. Then, growling is one of the most misunderstood sounds your dog makes. I’ll explain why it is a good thing when your dog growls and why you don’t want to punish it away. Next, have you heard of the scary sounding disease dogs can catch called Leptospirosis? Listen as Dr. Barbara Royal, a leading integrative vet, clearly explains what is it, what signs to watc...2018-05-0100 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsIntroducing Your New Adopted Dog to the Family and Stories from a Dog Handling Secret Service AgentEnsure that the initial meetings between your newly adopted dog and your human and canine family members goes well, by following these guidelines. Then, Dan Hughes, Co-owner of Dogs for Defense who works with explosive and narcotic detection dogs, tells stories about when he was a U.S. secret service agent working with dogs as partners. Plus, there is something much more effective to do than shouting ” shut up” at your dog that will interrupt and stop its barking. You’ll want to try this technique. Resources for this episode: Dan Hu...2018-04-1700 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsWhy Dogs Rip their Plush Toys Apart and The Most Important Feeding Rule for Your CatAre you thinking of getting a new puppy or kitten or want a specific breed? Before going to a breeder or a pet store to buy one– there is a really good website to check out first, where you may find exactly what you want by adopting. I’ll share this great resource. Plus, does your dog destroy all those expensive plush toys you buy it, by ripping the stuffing out of them. There is an actual biologically driven reason for this. Jean Donaldson, world renown dog trainer, explains this behavior and what you can do to save y...2018-04-0300 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsHow to Quiet Your Dog’s Warning Bark & Why Dogs May Misbehave More, With WomenSometimes, someone has got to step in between others to avoid a fight. It may be your dog that does this. I'll explain this dog signal called "splitting" and reveal how you can use this behavior yourself to calm your dog. Plus, just as Superman would lose his powers when exposed to Kryptonite, there are certain things women do around their dogs that can act like kryptonite and strip their powers away. Camilla Gray-Nelson, dog trainer and author, of Lipstick and the Leash: Dog Training a Woman's way, is back for part two of her interview and e...2018-03-2000 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsHow Women Can Better Control Their Dogs & How to Solve Barking ProblemsNot all barking is the same. Different sounding barks communicate different emotions and needs. If you’re trying to reduce the barking, recognizing what your dog is telling you is crucial. I’ll start with one that says your dog is excited. Then, why do women sometimes have a harder time getting their dogs to obey them compared to men? Listen as Camilla Gray-Nelson, author of Lipstick and the Leash: Dog Training a Woman’s Way, explains the answer and tells you how to get control. Next, if your cat is peeing outside its box, it mig...2018-03-0600 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsDogs Who Help Keep Hotels Free of BedbugsWhen petting an unfamiliar dog, you may not be aware of how you may be threatening it, which can result in getting bit. I’ll explain the one thing NEVER to do and then tell you the correct, safer way for you and your children to meet a new dog. Next, detection dogs, use their remarkable smelling abilities to help keep our hotels, schools, and homes trouble free. Dan Hughes, owner of Dogs for Defense, tells you how. Plus, do you know how to read your cat’s tail? Its positions can tell you much abou...2018-02-2000 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsThe Two Most Important Pet First Aid Techniques To Know & Quick Answers About Your Dog’s Behavior. (EP. 9)You just fed your dog, why does it still want to eat garbage off the ground so much and what are they finding out when sniffing another dog’s butt? Hear the short and sweet answers to these common questions and more about some of our dogs more peculiar behaviors. Next, Thom Somes, the founder of Pet Tech, the first international training center dedicated to CPR, First Aid & Care for dogs and cats explains the two most important pet first aid techniques you’ll want to know and shares first aid success stories. Plus, how...2018-02-0600 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsHow to Crate Train Your Dog of Any Age and Who to Talk to About Pet Food Ingredients (EP. 8)I found a very effective method for crate training my one year old adopted dog – the steps described work for puppies too. Then, if you ever wondered about some of the ingredients in your pet food, or have questions about any of the NutriSource brand pet foods, my guest today is the person you’ll want to call. I’ll introduce you to Genie Beur and we’ll start talking to her in this episode. Plus, in the topic of how your dog communicates with other dogs and you, a quick head turn could mean something...2018-01-2300 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsThe Meaning of Those Sounds Your Cat Makes And Why It’s So Important to Socialize Your Puppy (EP. 7)Your cat makes all sorts of different vocalizations and does a pretty good job of communicating its message but for those of us who don’t talk cat, they can be confounding. Hear some examples and find out what those silly sounds mean. Then, during the first three months of your puppy’s life, the experiences it has, will greatly determine its ability to get along well with both people and other dogs. Find out the fun and easy things you’ve GOTTA do to ensure your dog has every chance to become a confident, socially well- adjusted...2018-01-0900 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsWhy Dogs Can Walk Barefoot In Snow & The Dog Hit By A Car! One Family's Story of Trauma and TriumphThere is a special adaptation in medium and large breed dogs feet that allows them to walk on snow and ice in the winter in comfort. Find out about the trait that they inherited from their ancestors, the wolves. Then, listen to the true story of one family’s experience when their puppy pulled away from their 11 year old son, and was hit by a car – in front of the boy. A story of trauma and triumph. Plus, a pet first aid tip for what NOT to do if your cat gets into the...2017-12-2600 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsThe Biological Reason Your Dog Pulls, How to Stop It & Fulfilling Your Cat’s Primary Need (EP. 5)Does your dog pull you down the street every time you go for a walk - just like Rosy did when I first adopted her? You may be surprised to find out there is a physiological reason that makes your dog want to pull on its leash. Find out what is it and what you can do to reduce the pulling. Then, in this third and final segment of my interview with Pam Johnson Bennett, a leading animal behavior consultant, you’ll hear ways to enrich your cat’s indoor life which is crucial for their mental and...2017-12-1200 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsWhy Your Dog Loves Playing Tug & Another Need-to-Know Truth About CatsYour cat’s whiskers and ears indicate its mood, and something they do with their eyes, is considered a show of affection. Dogs clearly let you know when they are nervous or uneasy by doing these two things. We start today’s episode by explaining these signals that help you know how your pets are feeling. See photos of these body language signs on the blog that matches this episode at www.raisingyourpaws.com. Then, is it a good idea to play tug of war with your dog? You may have heard a number of different opinions on t...2017-11-2800 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents003 Top 3 Things To Know About Cats & Why Dogs May Repeat Certain BehaviorsThere is a simple way to tell if you are feeding your dog too much, that is not about how much the dog weighs. Find out what it is. Then, being aware of your cat’s capabilities in this one particular area can make caring and living with your feline, so much easier and better provide for its needs. Pam Johnson – Bennet, a certified cat behavior consultant and author of Cat Wise, Americas Favorite Cat Expert Answers Your Cat Behavior Questions, tells you this truth about what your cat can do. Also, my promised story abou...2017-11-1400 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsTop 3 Things To Know About Dogs & Solving Cat Litter Box Problems.Get ready to re-count the age of your dog or cat. There is new information about how to figure out your pet’s age in human years See the charts on our blog for this episode to figure out your pets age. Plus, your dog does many things for reasons that are not so obvious to us. Jean Donaldson, author of the book, The Culture Clash: A Revolutionary New Way of Understanding the Relationship between Humans and Domestic Dogs shares some of her top 10 list of things known about the true nature of canines that exp...2017-11-1300 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsShould You Get Pet Health Insurance & A Necessary Pet First Aid Emergency Number.What should you do first, if you think your pet may have been poisoned… besides panic? We’ll start today’s episode with a story about when I accidentally fed a toxic drug to my dog and a phone number you’ll want to post on your refrigerator. ASPCA Poison Control Hotline Phone number – 888-426-4435. Then, do you wonder if you need to have pet health insurance for your cat or dog? Dr. Doug Kenney, DVM, author of the book, Pet Health Insurance, A Veterinarians Perspective, poses two simple questions to ask yourself and then explain...2017-11-1300 min

Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parentsWelcome to Raising Your PawsThis is a welcome greeting from Susan Frank, host of Raising Your Paws. Susan explains the features and benefits of this podcast for pet parents and tells you why this is your go-to pet parent resource. Each episode contains quick tips and practical solutions for caring for the four-legged members of your family, including interviews with leading pet authors and experts. 2017-11-1300 min