Dogs Unknown
You love your dog as family…but how well do you really know them? Dogs Unknown is an award-winning show that unlocks the mystery & magic of dog behavior. From the team at Instinct Dog Behavior & Training. Join co-hosts Brian Burton and Sarah Fraser as they interview dog behavior experts on topics about our canine family members. Named Dog Writer’s Association best behavior podcast of 2020. (fka DogLab)
Episodes
32 episodes
Raising a Dog with Behavior Issues w/ client Mikaela Roca
Living with a dog who displays fear, anxiety, or aggression is challenging, no matter what. Seeing these behaviors present in your new puppy can be incredibly stressful and overwhelming as you try to jump in and work on the issues (in addition ...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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54:38
Is it Okay to say 'No' to Your Dog? (Summer Mini-Episode)
Today we are going to delve into the question of whether telling your dog 'no' can have a place within a positive training approach. We think it's a pretty fair question and it's one we actually get asked a lot by new clients who come to see us...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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47:24
The Puppy Blues with Client Hannah Craig (Summer Mini-Episode)
For most of us, bringing home a new puppy conjures many warm, fuzzy images and feelings. We think about puppy snuggles and kisses, introducing the puppy to family and friends, taking them for walks, and including them in our favorite activities...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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47:44
Finding the Right Trainer for Your Dog, and Becoming Your Dog’s Advocate w/Client KateTighe (Summer Mini-Episode)
If you are the guardian of a dog with a more complex behavior profile, finding the right care team to work with them (and you) - the right trainer, the right veterinarian, the right pet sitter or boarding kennel - can be a real challenge. When ...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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58:51
How to Not Pet a Dog (Summer Mini-Episode)
While waiting for Season 4 to start in October, we will drop summer mini-episodes in August and September! Episodes will drop each Monday. Also, a reminder that we do have video versions of the podcast in our recording studio, which can be view...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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23:36
Over Threshold: Urban Dog Handling
This week we are talking about dogs in urban environments. We discuss some of the most common challenges facing urban dogs, and also some of our favorite hacks for navigating city life to protect and enhance your city dog's welfare; because let...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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1:09:16
Exploring our Breed Stereotypes
Most of us have breed preferences; whether it's how they look and/or the collection of traits we assume the breed to have. Today we explore if these breed stereotypes are really valid because the existing research on breed and behavior ...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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1:13:38
Don't Worry, She's Friendly
Leash reactivity (lunging and barking at dogs and people) is one of the most common issues people come to us for help with, and so many of our clients experience a ton of judgment and disparaging comments from other dog owners when out on walks...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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1:07:02
Does Your Dog Need a Leader?
For the past several decades, dog owners have been inundated with messages that we need to be a "pack leader" or "alpha" with our dogs. Those specific terms imply that we need to take a power position by actively asserting dominance over our do...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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54:24
Glorified Cattle?
We often state that dogs are family, but are they? We navigate a frank, sometimes uncomfortable discussion about the strange dual role of pet dogs, simultaneously cast as family members and captive animals.We discuss:- Do you consid...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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52:58
Separation Anxiety Demystified with Malena DeMartini and VB's Dr. Chris Pachel and Dr. Emily Levine
Today's episode is all about separation anxiety in dogs. This is absolutely one of the most common reasons that folks might reach out to a dog behavior professional for help. It's also one of the issues that can be truly one of the most stressf...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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1:39:28
I Don't Like My Dog
When we get a dog, we generally expect to fall madly in love and experience this instant, one-of-a-kind connection with them.But what happens when you and your dog just don’t mesh? How do you form a positive relationship with a dog who ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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59:42
Behavior Therapy: Behind the Curtain Part 2 (The Behavior Consultants)
This is Part 2 of "Behavior Therapy: Behind the Curtain". In Part 1, we had clients discuss what the behavior journey is like from their side. Today we flip the script and talk to some of our most experienced behavior consultants across INSTINC...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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1:15:24
Behavior Therapy: Behind the Curtain Part 1 (The Client Journey)
This may be our most important Dogs Unknown episode to date. We are joined by INSTINCT clients Stephanie Chen and Jessica Arnold, who have worked through (and continue to work through) complex behavior challenges with their dogs Nimbus and Nova...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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1:23:32
The Struggle Bus
Have you found yourself on The Struggle Bus with your dog? Or are you currently on it? Whether it's normal (but sometimes challenging) puppy stuff, behavior challenges, a newly adopted dog, or an older dog that has changed recently, it's easy t...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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36:35
Dog Parks: The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly
Today we’re talking about Dog Parks: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly (cue the scary music).Among dog training professionals, opinions on dog parks vary greatly. And for many owners, using a dog park can often feel like a necessity, and/or i...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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1:15:52
MISMATCH: Conflict Resolution Styles
Today we’re covering a topic that applies to EVERYONE who shares their home with a dog - whether it’s a brand new puppy, a totally happy-go-lucky, loves-everyone-and-everything dog, or a dog with fear, anxiety, or aggression issues....
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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1:11:51
Does Breed Matter? Reaction to Dog Breed and Behavior Study
Brian and Sarah react to the recent study on dog breed and behavior which has caused some controversy in the dog world. Brian and Sarah both have graduate degrees in Animal Behavior and bring a neutral, nuanced take on the results. Both w...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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32:22
Canine Life Stages: Common Nurture Mistakes
Today we have Sarah Fraser back to talk about the common pitfalls and things overlooked during the different phases of your dog’s life; we cover puppyhood, adolescence, adulthood, and the golden senior years. If you have a young dog, you’ll wan...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:19:56
Nature-Driven Nurture with Sarah Fraser
First, thank you to the tens of thousands of listeners who tuned into season 1. We had a lot of fun, and with your support, we won the Dog Writers Association of America's best podcast of 2020. Something we are really proud of and wouldn’t be p...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:02:15
The Sticky Interaction between Medical Issues and Behavior with Dr. Chris Pachel
We have a special treat for you today; world-renowned veterinary behaviorist and lecturer, Dr. Chris Pachel has joined us to discuss a sometimes confusing topic; medical issues and how they can cause or contribute to behavior issues.The ...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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1:19:18
The "Teenage Phase"/Adolescent Dog with Dr. Naomi Harvey
The "Teenage" Phase (6 months - 2 years) with Dr. Naomi HarveyWe have a special episode for you today, with a world-renowned researcher Dr. Naomi Harvey from Dogs Trust, who has been all over different media outlets recently to d...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:11:11
The Future of Detection Dogs with Dr. Lucia Lazarowski
Today we have Dr. Lucia Lazarowski to discuss the future of Detection Dogs, and how we can use that knowledge to improve the selection and development of our own pet dogs. In this episode, we discuss the history of detection dogs, t...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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58:11
Pet Grief with Dr. Katherine Compitus (Part 2 of 2)
Today's episode (part 2 of 2 with Dr. Katherine Compitus) is on a tough but important topic, pet grief. If you are struggling with this or will be in the future, we hope this episode helps you through the grieving process.Our Guest:<...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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36:12
Dr. Katherine Compitus Part 1 of 2 - Animal Assisted Therapy
Today we have Dr. Katherine Compitus here to discuss two important topics; Animal Assisted Therapy and Coping with Pet Grief. Due to the importance of both subjects, we have decided to break this into two parts, with this first episode explorin...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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47:36