Creating Great Grooming Dogs

Sometimes a dog looks calm, but is that what’s really happening? Or could it be learned helplessness? Join me as I dive into this listener question and unpack the nuances between the two.Can I touch you? A pilot study comparing consensual and non-consensual human-dog touch interactionshttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0168159125000589"Choice and consent are critical welfare elements, especially in interactions between humans and animals. Dogs incorporated in therapeutic settings (therapy dogs) may encounter human touch interactions where they have limited control over their circumstances. The present study examined how forced and free-choice touch treatments during interaction with humans influenced the behaviour of therapy dogs and hypothesized that therapy dogs would display a higher frequency of stress-related behaviours during forced in comparison to free-choice touch treatment. "Old problem, new toolsOne of the psychologists who discovered learned helplessness returns to the topic to pinpoint the phenomenon's neurobiological underpinnings.https://www.apa.org/monitor/2009/10/helplessness"This is the illusion of control at the level of neurochemistry," Maier said.Taken together, the findings suggest that in the face of any stressor, the DRN activates the body's ancient stress responses, but if that stressor turns out to be controllable, the vMPC steps in and calms the DRN's response. "It's like the forebrain is saying, 'Cool it, brain stem, we have the situation under control,'" Maier said.Learned Helplessness Training Article by Nicole Wildehttps://wildewmn.wordpress.com/2019/01/09/learned-helplessness/For full transcripts, go to the audio episode on CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsYou can also listen to this episode as a podcast on my website or anywhere you listen to podcasts.For more information about my classes-The full diploma programMaster Groomer Behavior Specialist(MGBS) diploma programShorter courses-Modern Behavior & Handling for GroomersGroom S.M.A.R.T.Want to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!

I had a great conversation with The Amazing Susy Scott on The Groom Pod. She's a friend and a Master Groomer Behavior Specialist. You can find The Groom Pod at https://www.thegroompod.com/ The video can be found at https://www.creatinggreatgroomingdogs.com/videos/groom-pod-cggd/For full transcripts, go to the audio episode on CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!

 Kindness is such a subjective word. How can we ensure that we're making kind decisions for the pets in our care and for our own pets? Because there are many pet owners listening to this podcast also.For more info, go to CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!

Episode 207. How do I get my boss on board? Geez, Chrissy. I like the show and I wanna do all these things, but I'm not self-employed and my boss isn't on board yet. So if you work for someone else, it may feel impossible to make these kinds of changes, but we're gonna talk about that this week, 'cause there are some great discussions that we can have with your boss.For more info, go to CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!

 This week, we are talking about a game that anybody can play with their dog to help them be more prepared for grooming and other types of care. It's super easy. Young dogs, old dogs, dogs with no issues, dogs with plenty of issues—this is easy stuff that anyone can do. For more info, go to CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!

 This week, we're answering the question "If he hates it, why on earth would you do it more often?"  Oh, this is such a great question. We're gonna have so much fun covering this one because I think we hear that a lot from our owners, but we also hear that from the non dog trainers. A lot of dog pros who aren't dog trainers might also question this. So we're gonna break it down this weekFor more info, go to CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!

This week we're talking about why humane handling must be a priority for groomers, for owners. For veterinarians, we have to make humane handling a priority. And that gets tricky if we haven't yet defined what humane handling is. For more info, go to CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!

This week we'll talk about how grooming is more than just getting it done. We'll talk about how we can tailor our grooming sessions to each and every dog.  We often think that groomers either have to get the job done or refuse, and there's so much that happens in between those two choices. It's not black and white. It's not yes or no. There's a lot more tailoring that we can do. The Bitey End of the Dog: Chrissy Neumyer SmithFor more info, go to CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!

This week, we’re talking about cooperative care in the real world. What do we really need to focus on? This episode is primarily for trainers, but also for anyone who communicates with them. The grooming world has some unique challenges and specific goals that set it apart. We'll talk about Grooming as a Very Elaborate Stand Stay. The Bitey End of the Dog: Chrissy Neumyer Smith For more info, go to CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!

This week we're talking about communicating with people. There's a human end to working with animals. We need to communicate with the owners. We need to communicate with other pet professionals, and if you're an owner, you need to communicate with everybody. So we're gonna talk about how we can best get everyone on the same page.For more info, go to CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!

Working with behavior cases should not be frustrating. If you are frustrated working on behavior cases or working with dogs and pets who have difficulty with grooming, we will troubleshoot that this week.For full transcripts, go to the audio episode on CreatingGreat GroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!

Does your owner know why their dog needs to be dried? Why do groomers want to dry the dog? And then what kind of drying can we do? What kind of tools and techniques do we have? And let's also discuss if dogs are really afraid of drying? For full transcripts, go to the audio episode on CreatingGreat GroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!

This week we're talking about repetition. Why is repetition important to learning? Why is that something that we would want to use in dog grooming, and how can that help us in dog grooming? Find out this week.For full transcripts, go to the audio episode on CreatingGreat GroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!#CreatingGreatGroomingDogs #DogGrooming #PetGrooming #DogTraining #GroomerLife #DogBehavior #PetSafety #GroomingTips #PetProfessionals #GroomingEducation #SafeGrooming #DogLovers #PetPodcast #DogBites

This week, we'll talk about scratchboards and the dog toys designed to help you file your dog's nails or help your dog file their own nails. We'll talk about what they're good for, what they're not good for, and why your groomer might give you the hard eye roll if you say you've been using one.Dog Nail Scratch Board File https://a.co/d/eo6mDLGDe' Vora Scratch Square Dog Nail Trimmer & File https://a.co/d/9pjlyQtFor full transcripts, go to the audio episode on CreatingGreat GroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!You can watch episodes at youtube.com/@creatinggreatgroomingdogs#CreatingGreatGroomingDogs #DogGrooming #PetGrooming #DogTraining #GroomerLife #DogBehavior #PetSafety #GroomingTips #PetProfessionals #GroomingEducation #SafeGrooming #DogLovers #PetPodcast #DogBites

Together We're Better Behavior Chats! Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Creating Great Grooming Dogs show! In this installment of "Together We're Better Behavior Chats," your host, Chrissy, engages in a fascinating conversation with the amazing Kayce Cover from Syn Alia Training Systems.In this episode of Creating Great Grooming Dogs, Chrissy Neumyer Smith sits down with the renowned Kayce Cover, a friend, mentor, and pioneer in the field of animal training and cooperative care. Kayce shares her wealth of experience working with a diverse array of animals since the seventies, emphasizing the paradigm shift towards cooperative animal care in grooming and veterinary practices. The conversation dives deep into the philosophy of fostering trust and communication between groomers and animals, illustrating how understanding and adapting to each animal's unique needs can significantly enhance the grooming experience.Kayce introduces the concept of 'Perception Modification' and explains various techniques, including the use of specific sound cues, or bridges,' to communicate effectively with animals during grooming sessions. She emphasizes the importance of making grooming sessions a positive, stress-free experience for animals, detailing the profound impact of creating a calm and understanding environment on the animal's welfare and the groomer's ability to work efficiently and safely.Listeners will gain valuable insights into the practical application of these methods, understanding how even small adjustments in approach can lead to significant improvements in animal cooperation and reduce stress for both the groomer and the pets. This episode is a must-listen for groomers, trainers, vet professionals, and anyone interested in advancing the well-being of animals through compassionate and informed care practices. Here is a link to the blood drawing video that we discussed. Training With Kayce: Voluntary Swine Blood Collectionhttps://youtu.be/4uI8MDIOjDw?si=rW7WvxpsXjZnj45Ohttps://synalia.com/For more info about About Kayce https://synalia.com/kayce-cover-resume/For more information about Creating Great Grooming Dogs, go toCreatingGreat GroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!

This week, we'll talk about the "it came out of nowhere" bites. Some bites happen without warning, but what can cause that? What subtle warnings might have been missed? Now, whether you're a seasoned groomer or just starting out, this episode will give you some insights and help you have a safer, more understanding work environment. For full transcripts, go to the episode on CreatingGreat GroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!You can watch episodes at youtube.com/@creatinggreatgroomingdogs#CreatingGreatGroomingDogs #DogGrooming #PetGrooming #DogTraining #GroomerLife #DogBehavior #PetSafety #GroomingTips #PetProfessionals #GroomingEducation #SafeGrooming #DogLovers #PetPodcast #DogBites

We'll discuss how to talk with pet owners about the importance of safety in addressing behavior issues. This may be relevant to you if you're a pet owner or if your groomer has directed you here. Sometimes, conveying the significance of safety to owners who don't fully understand its relevance in addressing behavior and safety problems can be challenging. For full transcripts, go to the episode on CreatingGreat GroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!You can watch episodes at youtube.com/@creatinggreatgroomingdogs

Why can it be so much harder when it's your own dog? What makes it so different? There are some extra steps that we need to take when it's our own dogs. We have some blind spots, and sometimes, we get in our own way. We're going to explore some of those blind spots this week.For full transcripts, go to the episode on CreatingGreat GroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!You can watch episodes at youtube.com/@creatinggreatgroomingdogs

What do you do with the really difficult cases? We're going explore that this week. What do you do when a dog is really, really "bad" for grooming when we already know everything about him. We've been grooming him for years and he's just not going to get better. What do you do?For full transcripts, go to the episode on CreatingGreat GroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!You can watch episodes at youtube.com/@creatinggreatgroomingdogs

Together We're Better Behavior Chats! Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Creating Great Grooming Dogs show! In this installment of "Together We're Better Behavior Chats," your host Chrissy engages in a fascinating conversation with the incredible Stephanie Zikmann from The Holistic Grooming Academy! She is  the renowned author of "The Magic of Holistic Grooming" and "A Teacher's Guide to Low-Stress Grooming."holisticgroomingacademy.comFor more info about Stephanie go to holisticgroomingacademy.comFor more information about Creating Great Grooming Dogs, go toCreatingGreat GroomingDogs.comFor more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogsWant to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee!