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We're your sassy hosts, Dr. Amy L. Pike and Dr. Amy Learn, A.K.A...THE AMYS! As Board Certified Veterinary Behaviorists, we understand the challenges of pet guardianship. Every day we diagnose and treat behavior problems. And, every day we help pets and their people navigate the sea of confusing, misleading, and downright false information swirling around on the internet and social media.
We provide clinical insight into underlying causes of behavior problems, make cynical sense of nonsense, disprove myths, and promote positive, trusting human/animal relationships.
We're dedicated to modern, science-based intervention without the use of pain, fear, force, or intimidation. It is our mission to drive comprehensive pet wellness to the forefront of veterinary medicine and mainstream pet culture. JOIN US and the HIVE MIND, to set the record straight on the hottest and most controversial topics we encounter as clinicians, educators, and guardians.
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All sentient beings can have BIG feelings. In the animal behavior field, the work is not just about the pet. Join the Amys for an enlightening discussion about helping the humans that seek help for their pets. The Amys are joined by their colleague and special guest, Dr. Rachel Malamed, DACVB, who guides us on a behind the scenes tour of the art of communication. Meet us at the intersection where the art and science of behavior merge, and learn how our relationships with pet parents serve to ...
Who is to blame for the lack of behavioral medicine in our veterinary education system? Certainly NOT the Amys! In this episode, the Amys tackle the state of veterinary behavior medicine education in North America with their colleague, Dr. Chris Pachel, DACVB. Dr. Chris educates veterinary students and veterinarians around the globe on behavior medicine, so why is there still such bad advice coming out of the mouths of our veterinarian friends and colleagues? What are we to do about that? Can...
No toxic masculinity here! Only good old fashioned, non-confrontational, reward-based dog training. In this episode, The Amys are joined by world-renowned dog trainer and advocate, Zak George, to discuss the current state of affairs in the dog training industry. They tackle tough topics like why people are drawn to punitive methods and tools, whether the training industry should be regulated, and how to ensure dog training certification is accessible to those with limited financial means if r...
There are so many misconceptions about separation related behavior out there! Did you know that Beagles are NOT the only breed affected? And (surprise!), you can’t just leave your dog alone with a stuffed human decoy of yourself, and expect them to be ok!Join the Amys and their passionate guest, world-renowned educator and trainer, Malena DeMartini, founder of MISSION Possible! online separation anxiety program for guardians, and, the Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT) certification ...
"How will they remember me?" Join the Amys and their enchanting guest Dr. Sarah Kuhlo, Veterinary Services Manager at Ceva Animal Health, as they discuss pheromones and their role in creating the ultimate Calm Clinic experience for pets and their people. Chemical communication is the oldest, most common, and most important form of intra-species communication used by most animals. Semiochemicals, such as pheromones, send powerful chemical "signals" that affect behavior. ThunderWorks® and FELIW...
Do you know what costs A LOT more than a bottle of CBD oil? A trip to the ER. Join the Amys and their mentor, Dr. Lisa Radosta, as they clear the smokescreen and hash out the science regarding the use of cannabis products in veterinary medicine.The market is flooded with so-called quick-fix solutions to common pet behavior problems. And, when pet parents are desperately searching for answers, it can be challenging to navigate the barrage of messaging and pseudoscience available at their finge...
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a dolphin trainer? Join the Amys for a deep dive into the world of aquatic and exotic animal training with Ashley Conlin, IAABC CDBC, IAABC ADT, and owner of Pets Behave Dog Training in sunny Niceville, Florida, as they discuss the most important element in every training relationship - TRUST. Before shifting her focus to dogs, Ashley worked with dolphins, stingrays, sharks, sea turtles, alligators, and birds in zoos and aquariums around the wo...
Let's play the name game! Join your favorite veterinary behaviorists, The Amys! and their fabulous friend Dr. Liz Bales, inventor of Doc and Phoebe's Indoor Hunting Cat Feeder, for the first ever BUZZZZZZ BYTE challenge! We need your help, HIVE. MIND! Who's ready to tackle MISSION KITTEN?Bee Positive. Bee Informed. JOIN US and the HIVE MIND at behaviorbuzzzzzz.comFacebook behaviorbuzzzzzzInstagram @behaviorbuzzzzzzThank you to our amazing sponsors:PRN Pharmacal, makers of Reconcile®Nestlé Pur...
Join the Amys and their brilliant guest, renowned illustrator Lili Chin, as they discuss her inspirational journey - from animator, to interpreter of animal communication and behavior. Lili has famously captivated veterinary and behavior professionals, children, and adults alike with her endearing animal illustrations. In addition to publishing her own books, she has illustrated for groundbreaking behavior legends Dr. Sophia Yin and Grisha Stewart, and has even been commissioned by...
Join the Amys as they discuss Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS), a common age-related neurodegenerative disorder characterized by gradual and progressive cognitive decline in dogs and cats, similar to Alzheimer's disease in humans.The Amys discuss cognition, and how changes in awareness and responsiveness to stimuli impact our pet's memory and behavior. They cover the physical changes that occur in the brain that lead to decline, and, the intimate connection between pain and systemic illne...
Join the Amys and their cat-tastic guest, Tabitha Kucera, RVT, KPA-CPT, CCBC, VTS (behavior), and owner of Chirrups and Chatter Behavior Consulting and Training in Cleveland, Ohio, as they pounce, feet first (am I righting?), into the dynamics of cat behavior and intercat aggression. Misconceptions, myths, and generalizations about cat behavior have resulted in misleading and harmful labels that leave kitties in the dark when it comes to standards for behavioral wellness, quality of lif...
There's no place like Hell for the Holidays! Join the Amys for "tails" of holidays past, and lessons in holidays present and future. Even naughty pets can make the nice list with the proper stress management strategies in place. Keep your fur babies safe, and your in-laws feeling right at home, with ideas from your favorite doctor duo, The Amys! Grab a cocktail, and get up to speed on the latest buzzzzzz during episode 6 of the Behavior Buzzzzzz with 2 Amys veterinary behavior podcast. Resour...
Join the Amys and their distinguished guest, Julia Albright, DVM, MA, DACVB, and Associate Professor of Veterinary Behavior at University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, as they venture into the dark, dirty, and dangerous back alleys of illicit drug dealing. The unregulated training industry has left the door wide open for unqualified imposters, posing as experts, to deceive pet parents and veterinarians alike. These shady charlatans falsify their education history and credential...
Join the Amys and their extraordinary guest, Mandy Eakins, IAABC-CDBC, CPDT-KA, KPA CTP, and Owner of Manners Matter Dog Training and Daycare, for a candid and introspective discussion on the use of pain, force, fear, and intimidation in the dog training industry. What is LIMA, and why is it so important? Why do flashy, social media dog “trainers” attract followers? What is learned helplessness? Mandy shares her passionate perspective on these controversial topics including how we can im...
Join the Amys and their fabulous guest, Kiki Yablon, MA, KPA CTP, KPA Faculty, CPDT-KA, and Owner of Kiki Yablon Dog Training, for a deep dive into factors contributing to behavior. They discuss the impact of genetics, learning history, and current conditions. How does one define environment? What's really to blame for behavior problems? Kiki shares her perspective on controversial topics including the appropriateness of rehoming pets with behavior problems, and if regulating the dog training...
The Amys discuss the use of psychotropic medications and products in our pets. AND disclose if any of their patients have transformed into ZOMBIES! The Amys answer all of your most frequently asked questions about behavior medications and products. They make sense of common misconceptions, and explain how the use of behavior medications can help facilitate learning and improve overall wellness. The Amys discuss efficacy, side effects, behavior modification, and MORE!This episode is sponsored ...
The Amys introduce you to the secret world of veterinary behavior, and reveal a bit about their personal lives. Did you know there are fewer than 100 board-certified veterinary behaviorists in the whole world? Get to know the Amys and hear about their most interesting cases, how they became veterinary behaviorists, and what it's like to work in a veterinary behavior clinic. The American College of Veterinary Behaviorists (ACVB) is the certifying board for veterinarians who are specialty train...
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