What if it’s our end of the leash that needs to change?  When we’re struggling with our dog’s behavior, Sylvie Savage wants us to consider that it might be the human end of the leash that needs to evolve. In her new book Unleash: How to Evolve from Dog Training to Dog Parenting, Sylvie encourages us to examine our guilt, judgments, expectations and dysregulation – and how these human traits impact our relationship with our dogs.  As a Human-Canine Relationship Specialist, Sylvie is quick to tell us that she’s not a dog trainer – and she doesn’t want you to expect more from your dog ..read more

Have you ever struggled with your dog’s reactivity?  Whether your dog is reactive to other dogs, people or something in the environment, Grisha Stewart’s Behavior Adjustment Training (BAT) may be what you’ve been looking for to help your dog lead a more comfortable life. Grisha developed BAT training while dealing with her own dog, Peanut’s, reactivity.  Despite doing everything “right” – according to the dog training advice available at the time – she was she still struggling. Grisha shares with us the principles of BAT and how BAT is based on positive reinforcement, but without the ..read more

Ever since Nessie joined our family, I’ve had to step up my pet parenting to incorporate more enrichment and training into our home than ever before. I’ve spent a lot of time (and money!) over the past year trying numerous different online dog training platforms. While many of them have great information, not all of them worked well for me. In this solo episode, I’m sharing the 4 factors you should know before choosing an online dog training class and my top 5 favorite online learning platforms. Find links & show notes at: https://believeindogpodcast.com/episodes-1/episode116   Get yo ..read more

Do you have goals for your dogs in 2025? In this solo episode, Erin shares: My complicated relationship with the concept of goal setting; The goals I’ve had for my dogs over the past 20 years … before Nessie; How I feel about setting goals for my dogs today; and The goals I have for my dogs in 2025. I’m also sharing the experience Nessie & I had when we dipped our toe into the world of dog sports with our Odor Recognition Test - and whether or not we’ll continue on with nose work titles. Tell me your goals for your dog in 2025! @erin_the_dog_mom   Find links & show notes ..read more

What’s more important to you: What your dog does?  Or how your dog feels? This question is at the core of Andrew Hale’s Dog Centered Care approach.   An emerging thought leader in the dog training world, Andrew draws on his background in human psychology to place empathy and a deep understanding of a dog’s emotional experience at the heart of his work. He’ll even share with us his biggest ethical dilemma with the field of dog training.   You might want to have a notebook handy as Andrew breaks down concepts for us such as: his “safety first” protocol, his Learn – Support – Teach ..read more

Have you ever used herbal remedies for your dog? or yourself?  If you started your day with a cup of coffee or tea, then your answer is Yes! Rita Hogan, the Canine Herbalist, has so much wisdom to share with us.  From being raised on a rural farm to running a holistic pug rescue, Rita has dedicated her life to practicing western herbal medicine for pets and people. For many of us, essential oils are a common form of herbal remedies that we’re familiar with.  But Rita shares with us why essential oils should NOT be your first choice for healing – and what to use instead. Rita als ..read more

Want to give your dog the best year ever?  Let your dog be a dog with more canine enrichment activities in their lives! When Taylor Finton & her husband adopted their American Village dogs – rescued from the island of St. Lucia - Taylor thought it would be fun to document her dogs’ new lives in Canada.  So Taylor started Bindi’s Bucket List as a blog and on Instagram.  When she started sharing her Kong recipes, pet parents around the world took notice! But as Taylor shares with us, canine enrichment isn’t just Kong recipes – it’s so much more! Taylor’s new book, The Happiest ..read more

Have you ever wondered if you’re making the “right” decisions for your dog during an injury or illness? Support this podcast, subscribe on your favorite app and leave a rating or review. Teef: The easiest way to improve your dog’s dental health is with a spoonful of Teef powder in their water.  Save 20% on your Teef orders when you use the code: ADM. Hear Erin on the Rescued by a Dog Podcast Get your free checklist: Join Erin the Dog Mom's email list to receive the 12 Changes in Your Dog to Never Ignore checklist. *** Have you ever wondered if you’re making the “right” decisions for your ..read more

If you're anything like me, you enjoy shopping for other people but have a more difficult time telling people what they should get you.   This episode will give you plenty of ideas for your Holiday Wish List (and your dog), no matter where you are in your Pet Parent journey. From 1st time Pet Parent to the Dog-Obsessed and everything in between, click here for the list: https://believeindogpodcast.com/episodes-1/episode110   Get your free checklist: Join Erin the Dog Mom's email list to receive the 12 Changes in Your Dog to Never Ignore checklist. Support this podcast, subscribe on y ..read more

In this solo episode, Erin is celebrating one year since their family adopted Nessie – which hasn’t always gone according to plan.   Erin shares the story of how Nessie joined their family and what she wishes they had done differently in the meet & greet process. Erin also reveals what Nessie has taught her – not just about training dogs but about herself, too.  And this lesson might be something you’ve never heard before.   Get your free checklist: Join Erin the Dog Mom's email list to receive the 12 Changes in Your Dog to Never Ignore checklist. Teef: The easiest way to im ..read more