This episode continues our special series of interviews with animal behavior professionals from the North American Veterinary Conference in Orlando Florida. Today we feature an interview with Dr. This episode continues our special series of interviews with animal behavior professionals from the North American Veterinary Conference in Orlando Florida. Today we feature an interview with Dr. Kersti Seksel, a registered veterinary specialist in behavior medicine in New South Wales, Australia. We started our conversation talking about her presentation on managing aggression in a clinic setting. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_027_kersti_seksel.mp3 Mon, 14 Jul 2008 10:00:00 -0700 1315 Duffer Schultz Dr. Temple Grandin is one of the more unique and influential people working in animal behavior today. She is a professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University, but is perhaps best known for her innovative work redesigning livestock facilities around the world. Her autism often gives her a different prospective, allowing her to better understand how an animal might respond to its environment. She took time for this interview while visiting the University of Minnesota for a series of talks. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_025_temple_grandin Thu, 10 Jul 2008 10:00:00 -0700 2664 Duffer Schultz This episodes guest is Steve Dale, ubiquitous radio host, newspaper columnist, author, and untiring advocate for cats and dogs. You can hear his syndicated weekly radio program “Pet World,” “The Pet Minute,” and “Pet Central,” which originates from WGN Radio in Chicago. He’s a frequent lecturer and moderator at conferences and seminars all over the country, and is a special correspondent for Cat Fancy magazine. He talked with me from the Black Dog Radio studios, in Chicago. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_022_steve_dale.mp3 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 10:00:00 -0700 1479 Steve Dale Steve Dale and Dr. R.K. Anderson discuss enriching the home environment for cats. Steve Dale and Dr. R.K. Anderson discuss enriching the home environment for cats. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/sd_rk_cat_enrichment.mp3 Sat, 28 Jun 2008 10:00:00 -0700 263 Steve Dale Steve Dale and Dr. R.K. Anderson discuss enriching the home environment for dogs. Steve Dale and Dr. R.K. Anderson discuss enriching the home environment for dogs. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/sd_rk_dog_enrichment.mp3 Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:00:00 -0700 297 Steve Dale Steve Dale and Dr. R.K. Anderson discuss socialization for dogs Steve Dale and Dr. R.K. Anderson discuss socialization for dogs http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/sd_rk_dog_socialization.mp3 Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:00:00 -0700 332 Steve Dale http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/sd_petcentral_2.mp3 Fri, 27 Jun 2008 10:00:00 -0700 2320 Conversation with Dr. R.K. Anderson Steve Dale talks with Dr. R.K. Anderson on his "Pet Central Radio" program, originating from WGN Studios in Chicago. They talk about animal behavior, and take calls from listeners. Part one of two. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/sd_petcentral_1.mp3 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 10:00:00 -0700 2430 Duffer Schultz Today's interview features Dr. Melissa Bain. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_019_melissa_bain.mp3 Wed, 12 Dec 2007 18:00:00 -0700 994 Duffer Schultz This episode features and interview with Dr. Lore Haug Dr. Lare Houg led a couple of seminars at the AVMA conference, one on using various control devices to improve behavior and owner compliance, and the other on improving humane restraint techniques in the veterinary clinic. We talked about these seminars, and also how owners can find out good information on veterinarians, trainers, and animal behavior in general, and how professionals can help keep owners motivated and effective with their animals. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_018_lore_haug.mp3 Mon, 10 Dec 2007 18:00:00 -0700 1450 Duffer Schultz Featuring an interview with Katherine Houpt In a wide ranging conversation, we touched on a number of topics, including cats with litterbox and other issues; cribbing in horses, and the genetics of aggression. We began our talk with a discussion of some recent research on pheromones. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_017_katherine_houpt.mp3 Thu, 06 Dec 2007 18:00:00 -0700 977 Duffer Schultz Featuring an interview with Barbara Sherman Our talk covered a wide range of topics, including her recent study of the drug Reconcile, and its effectiveness when used in conjunction with a behavior management program. We also talked about the importance of creating positive experiences and associations with our animals, especially during the early period of of their lives. And we discussed the need for continuing to educate the public and the power of a humane and positive approach with their dogs. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_016_barbara_sherman.mp3 Wed, 05 Dec 2007 18:00:00 -0700 1601 Featuring an interview with Dr. Bonnie Beaver During our conversation, we talked about the about the role of science in animal welfare, and about the need to educate the public about what constitutes normal behavior for dogs and cats. We also talked about the effectiveness of both pharmaceuticals and behavior modification protocols in dealing with some issues in dogs. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_015_bonnie_beaver.mp3 Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:00:00 -0700 1473 This is the last in our special APDT episodes of Behavior Talk. Today's episode of Behavior Talk features an interview with Leslie Nelson. This is the last in our special APDT episodes of Behavior Talk. Today's episode of Behavior Talk features an interview with Leslie Nelson. Leslie Nelson is the owner and training director at Tails-U-Win! Canine Center, LLC in Manchester, CT. She oversees over 50 classes a week and a staff of more than 30 instructors and assistants. Leslie has a degree in education and has been teaching classes since 1973. She has lectured extensively, written many articles and booklets, and is featured in the videos "The Power of Positive Training' and "Proof Positive." Our conversation covered some of her APDT seminar topics, including building a recurring customer base and, as her conference closing presentation was called, "Walking The Walk." We also talked about making money as a professional dog trainer, and how to learn to read and motivate owners as well as you do the dogs. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_014_leslie_nelson.mp3 Fri, 16 Nov 2007 16:00:00 -0700 1294 Dr. Jennifer Messer is a veterinarian working in small animal practice in Ontario, Canada. She is well recognized as a leader in curriculum development for young puppies, and her comprehensive puppy Dr. Jennifer Messer is a veterinarian working in small animal practice in Ontario, Canada. She is well recognized as a leader in curriculum development for young puppies, and her comprehensive puppy class program The Kinderpuppy Course A Curriculum Manual for Instructors is being used by puppy class instructors worldwide. Our conversation covered her Kinderpuppy book and curriculum, the keys to a good puppy class, and the interaction between veterinarians and trainers. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_012_jennifer_messer.mp3 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 18:00:00 -0700 1287 Duffer Schultz Featuring an interview with Sophia Yin Sophia Yin is a lecturer at the UC Davis Animal Science Department where she teaches three upper division domestic animal behavior courses. She is on the professional advisory board for Kids-n-Pets, a non profit organization committed to teaching positive life skills to children through their relationship with animals. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_013_sophia_yin.mp3 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 18:00:00 -0700 1307 In today's episode, I talk with Dr. Amy Marder. Dr. Marder is the Director of the Center for Behavior and Training at the Animal Rescue League of Boston. I caught up with her at the recent Associati http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_011_amy_marder.mp3 Tue, 13 Nov 2007 18:00:00 -0700 1661 Duffer Schultz Featuring an interview with Kathy Sdao Our talk covered a wide range of topics, including her recent study of the drug Reconcile, and its effectiveness when used in conjunction with a behavior management program. We also talked about the importance of creating positive experiences and associations with our animals, especially during the early period of of their lives. And we discussed the need for continuing to educate the public and the power of a humane and positive approach with their dogs. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_010_kathy_sdao.mp3 Mon, 12 Nov 2007 18:00:00 -0700 1790 Duffer Schultz We're a little more than halfway through our special APDT series of Behavior Talk episodes, where we feature exclusive interviews from the Association of Pet Dog Trainers conference in Portland Oregon. Today we're talking with Teoti Anderson. Teoti is a former Board member and past president of APDT, and she's also the owner of Pawsitive Results L.L.C, in Lexington, South Carolina. Her books include, to name just a few, "Your Outta Control Puppy," "Super Simple Guide to Housetraining," and "Quick and Easy Crate Training" A licensed Delta Society Pet Partner, Teoti visits healthcare patients with her animal companions. On the last day of the APDT conference, Teoti joined me for a conversation about APDT, the challenges ahead for that organization, and for trainers in general; and her work with a special rescue dog named Rocky. But we began by talking about a session she led earlier that week called "Time Management for Crazy Busy Dog Trainers," where she offered some tips for managing a hectic schedule. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_009_teoti_anderson.mp3 Fri, 09 Nov 2007 18:00:00 -0700 1745 We're continuing our series of special APDT episodes of Behavior Talk, featuring exclusive interviews with notable presenters from the recent Association of Pet Dog Trainers conference in Portland, Oregon. Today we hear my conversation with Angelica Steinker. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_008_angelica_steinker.mp3 Thu, 08 Nov 2007 18:00:00 -0700 1462 Another in our two week series of special APDT episodes of Behavior Talk, where we feature exclusive interviews with many of the presenters and experts at the conference. In today's episode, we talk with Leslie McDevitt. Leslie is the author of a new book, "Control Unleashed." In it, she discusses how to manage extreme arousal in dogs in highly stimulating enviornments, including competition settings like Agility or Rally. In our conversation we talk about the concepts behind the "Control Unleashed" book, her own dogs who were the inspiration for this work, and some of the ways dogs and owners can benefit from these ideas even outside of the competition environment. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_007_leslie_mcdevitt.mp3 Wed, 07 Nov 2007 18:00:00 -0700 1742 Another in our two week series of special APDT episodes of Behavior Talk, where we feature exclusive interviews with many of the presenters and experts at the conference. In today's episode, we talk with Kelly Gorman Dunbar. Among many other things, Kelly is the Executive Editor of Dog Star Daily, a great and fun new web site featuring lots of tips and information about dogs, behavior, and training. We talk about the philosophy behind this site, some of the new features coming in the future, and also about some of the other programs Kelly is working on in the Bay Area of California. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_006_kelly_gorman_dunbar.mp3 Tue, 06 Nov 2007 18:00:00 -0700 930 Duffer Schultz This is another special APDT episode of Behavior Talk. The featured interview is with Keri Gorman. She discusses her experience as an animal trainer at Sea World, and her application of marker-based training methods to TAGteaching. Her work includes using this approach with at-risk youth in the juvenile justice system. Keri is a former animal trainer at Sea World in California, where she worked will many different species of animals, including birds of prey, river otters, and parrots. It was during her time there that she began using marker-based teaching methods, or what can sometimes be referred to as clicker-training. She carried this experience over to her work for the Humane Society for Southwest Washington, where she worked as Director of Education and Behavior. It was here that she began an award-winning program using TAGteach methods with at-risk youth in the Juvenile Justice system. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_005_keri_gorman.mp3 Mon, 05 Nov 2007 18:00:00 -0700 1482 Duffer Schultz This is another special APDT episode of Behavior Talk, where we're featuring an exclusive interview with presenters from the recent Association of Pet Dog Trainers conference in Portland, OR. This episode includes an interview with Trish King. Trish is the Director of the Animal Behavior & Training Department at the Marine Humane Society in Marin County, CA. In this interview, Trish talks about Bully Dogs, her invention and use of the calming cap, owner compliance, the difference between men and women, and being a pet behavivor detective. Check back for more episodes of Behavior Talk featuring more presenters from the 2007 APDT conference. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_004_trish_king.mp3 Fri, 02 Nov 2007 18:00:00 -0700 1526 Joel Walton is a dog trainer from the Washington DC area where he runs Walton Family Dog Training. A charter member of APDT, he is known especially for his work with labradors, and has written a book, "Labrador Retrievers for Dummies." He also leads seminars on puppy training, and has written a book on the subject, "Positive Puppy Training Works.' Joel was gracious enough to take a few minutes away from a busy conference schedule to talk with me about dogs, training, technology, and the future of APDT. This is a special APDT edition of Behavior Talk. We were recently in Portland, Oregon, to attend the annual conference of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers. And while there I had the chance to sit down with a number of the conference presenters and other notable animal behavior experts, and for the next two weeks, we're going to be bringing you an exclusive interview every day. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_003_joel_walton.mp3 Thu, 01 Nov 2007 18:00:00 -0700 2057 In this episode of Behavior Talk Ian Dunbar talks about dealing with anxiety and aggression, the importance of early puppy socialization, what every dog owner should know, and much more. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_002_ian_dunbar.mp3 Thu, 25 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 2369 Duffer Schultz This episode of Behavior Talk features an interview with Dr. Debra Horwitz. Dr. Horwitz is a veterinary behaviorist with a practice in St. Louis, MO. She's currently the president of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists, and is a frequent lecturer and presenter, and author of many articles and books. Her most recent book is "Blackwell's 5-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion: Caninie and Feline Behavior," which she co-authored with Dr. Jacqui Neilson. This interview was recorded at the 2007 AVMA Convention in Washington, D.C. Behavior Talk is the regular podcast from the Animal Behavior Resources Institute. You can find more podcasts, videos, and other free resources at www. ABRIonline.org http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_001_debra_horwitz.mp3 Tue, 16 Oct 2007 01:00:00 -0700 751 Featuring an interview with Valarie Tynes Dr. Tynes is a veterinarian from Fort Worth, Texas and is board-certified by the American Collage of Veterinary Behaviorists. She is also currently the Public Relations Chairman for the the ACVB. We talked about genetics and behavior, as well as various medical conditions and their role in many behavior issues. And we also talked about getting the word out to veterinarians and other professionals about new developments in behavior management. http://abrionline.org/media/podcasts/bt_020_valerie_tynes.mp3 Tue, 02 Jan 2007 18:00:00 -0700 925