Podcasts by Enlightened By Dogs: Living with Cooperation, Not Obedience

EBD271 Changing Your Dog by Changing Your Thinking from 2023-07-24T11:00

All behavior is communication, so how your dog responds to you (or doesn’t respond to you) is how they are trying to tell you how they feel in the moment. 

When your d...

EBD270 Preventing and Rehabbing Unwanted Barking the Brilliant Partners Way from 2023-07-17T11:00

In this episode Kathy will help you identify the root cause of your dog’s excessive barking, and guide you through the eight steps of her Bark Busting Protocol to prevent and rehab unw...

EBD269 The Benefits of Co-Regulation with Dogs from 2023-07-10T11:00

We’re making it real with this episode!  It’s when we step into our place as trustworthy role models and loving leaders that our relationship with our dog truly blossoms.

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EBD268 Choose Your Best Adventure With Your Dog from 2023-07-03T11:00

Are you getting in the way of building the future of your dreams with your dog?

When we welcome a dog into our lives, we usually dream of liv...

EBD267 [ENCORE] Anxious Dog Mom with Intense Border Collie Brings Unexpected Blessings from 2023-06-26T11:00

In this guest edition of Enlightened by Dogs, Kathy introduces Erin who tells us about her journey with her unexpectedly intense Border Collie, Jess.

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EBD266 [ENCORE] Reactive Rescue Dog Is The Best Teacher with Terri and Bella from 2023-06-19T11:00

This week, Kathy turns the spotlight on a member of the Brilliant Partners Academy. Terri joins this Enlightened By Dogs episode to tell the tale of her beloved Bella and their shared ...

EBD265 [ENCORE] How Deeply Listening Helps A Reactive Dog from 2023-06-12T11:00

You may think that you’re listening to your dog’s wants and needs, but listening isn’t always what you think it is.

We all want to do what’s ...

EBD264 [ENCORE] Broken Family with Reactive Dogs Restores Harmony from 2023-06-05T11:00

Bettina’s life was turned upside down when they decided to adopt Murphy, a deaf dog with OCD, after seeing his handsome face on a rescue website. It quickly became apparent that Murphy...

EBD263 [ENCORE] First Time Dog Mom with Adopted Reactive Dog Tells How She Turned Their Life Around from 2023-05-29T11:00

Living with a reactive dog can be a frustrating experience, and as a first-time dog mom, it can be an overwhelming and seriously confusing one as well.

EBD262 [ENCORE] Hope for Reactive Dog Moms: 4 Remarkable Stories from 2023-05-22T11:00

If you've been struggling with understanding your dog and feeling uncertain about knowing what the right thing to do is,  I have got an episode for you! We're featuring dog moms, my am...

EBD261 From Frustration to Understanding and A Deeper Connection with Your Dog from 2023-05-15T11:00

In this episode of Enlightened by Dogs, Kathy Kawalec delves into the concept of understanding our dogs' behavior as communication, helping us to move away from frustration. She teache...

EBD 260 Decoding Your Dog’s Behavior By Listening to Whispers from 2023-05-08T11:00

In this episode of "Enlightened by Dogs," Kathy takes us on a journey into the captivating world of dog communication and behavior by listening to whispers. 

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EBD259 From Bark to Heart: Understanding Your Dog Through Dialogue from 2023-05-01T11:00

In this enlightening episode of "Enlightened by Dogs," host Kathy Kawalec explores the importance of communication as the foundation for building a successful, heart-centered relations...

EBD 258 Your Dog Triggered? Pause Breathe Connect from 2023-04-24T11:00

In this episode, we’re digging deeper into what is happening when your dog is triggered, and how to interrupt meltdowns with a pause, breathe, connect technique.

Kathy...

EBD257 How Old Thinking Keeps Us Stuck in Old Behaviors from 2023-04-17T11:00

In this week's episode of Enlightened by Dogs, Kathy Kawalec debunks three common myths around dog obedience training and old thinking that keeps us and our dogs stuck in old unwanted ...

EBD256 Why Understanding Your Dog's Personality Traits Matters from 2023-04-10T11:00

In this episode, Kathy leads a discussion about your dog’s personality traits, how that relates to their behavior, and why this matters. This deeper understanding of your dog's persona...

EBD255 Cultivating Connection, Strength and Empathy from 2023-04-03T11:00

In this episode, Kathy celebrates the connection between women and their dogs as a source of strength, vulnerability, and empathy. 

This uniq...

EBD254 Our Legacy: Creating a Better World for Dogs and Their Women from 2023-03-27T11:00

Join Kathy Kawalec in a heartfelt discussion on the importance of connection and creating a legacy of kindness and cooperation that will positively affect generations to come.

EBD253 Reactive or Role Model? Dogs Look to Us for Clues from 2023-03-20T11:00

There are lots of things that can happen outside our home that can set our dogs off on a barking or reactive spiral that disrupts the peace. Landscapers, construction workers, things i...

EBD252 When Your Dog is "Protecting You in a Damaging Way from 2023-03-13T11:00

What is the best thing to do when your dog is “protecting” you in an unwanted way that is damaging to you physically and emotionally?

Today K...

EBD251 How to Stay Connected and Avoid Over-Arousal When Your Dog Is Keen On Farm Animals or Wildlife from 2023-03-06T11:00

In this episode Kathy talks about the importance of creating a deeper connection with our dogs as a way to avoid over-arousal. When dogs are keen about animals, she emphasizes that we ...

EBD250 How Reward-Based Obedience Training Damages Trust In Your Relationship with Your Dog from 2023-02-27T11:00

Join us today as Kathy discusses the impact of reward-based obedience training on the relationship with our dogs. She explains how a transactional approach can damage trust and make co...

EBD 249 Unleash the Love: Tips for Deepening Your Connection with Your Dog from 2023-02-20T11:00

In this episode, host Kathy Kawalec shares five tips on how you can deepen your love and connection with your dog. Through a story about a dog mom named Sarah and her dog who had a cha...

EBD 248 Yes or No? The Framework for Giving Dogs Real-Life Choices Part 2 from 2023-02-13T11:00

“I want my dogs to wait at the gate or doorway and to take turns… Why?  Because I want to minimize chaos. I don't want dogs running into each other, hurting each other, or running into...

EBD 247 Yes or No? The Framework for Giving Dogs Real-Life Choices Part 1 from 2023-02-06T11:00

“The more opportunities I give my dogs to say no, the more likely they are to say yes when it's really important.” This is Kathy’s framework for giving dogs real-...

EBD 246 Break Free of The Leash Reactivity Spiral from 2023-01-30T11:00

Are you a dog mom who struggles with leash reactivity? Kathy knows how stressful it is when you have a dog that pulls hard on the leash. Having a dog that is lung...

EBD 245 Regaining Trust with Reactive Dogs from 2023-01-23T11:00

This is something  I always hear from many dog moms a lot of times. They keep on asking why their dogs don’t trust them, their dogs don’t allow them to support th...

EBD 244 Revealing Stories of Reactive Dogs: "Maya" from 2023-01-16T11:00

When we dig deeper under the surface, the REAL stories of reactive dogs are revealed. We too often negatively label dogs as reactive, as if that was a behavior th...

EBD 243 Managing Stress for You and Your Dog from 2023-01-09T11:00

When you and your dog get stressed, there are some simple ways to manage this stress response.  For example,  did you know that how we breathe influences our brai...

EBD242 What To Do When Other People's Dogs Make it Hard for Your Dog from 2023-01-02T11:00

As dog moms, we are committed to keeping our dogs safe, calm and happy…but what about when someone does something  that  makes that really, really hard for us? Listen

EBD241 Healing Our Reactivity Loop with Marika Bertram from 2022-12-26T11:00

People need to deal with the feeling in the body for them to experience healing. If we're suppressing things, and distracti...

EBD 240 Healing Our Reactivity Loop with Marika Bertram (Part 1) from 2022-12-19T11:00

Stress can influence our experiences and success, and as a dog mom, it can also, in turn, affect our dogs and their behavior. 

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EBD 239 How Gratitude Enhances Bonding, Trust, and Connection with Our Dogs from 2022-12-12T11:00

If you are a dog parent, you may be familiar with various ways to strengthen the bond between you and your dog and to establish a strong connection over time.  Listen

EBD238 Art as Connection with Marianne Magin [part 2] from 2022-12-05T09:00

Kathy has formed connections with many dogs in a variety of ways.   Listen

EBD237 Art as Connection with Marianne Magin [part 1] from 2022-11-28T09:00

There are many ways to build strong connections with our dogs. Changing our behaviors, trying new experiences together and learning from our interactions with our dogs...

EBD 236 Giving Dogs Room to Bloom with Beth Williams from 2022-11-21T09:00

Kathy has preached the power of brilliant partnership for many years and practiced it with her dogs. In that time, she’s learned how important it is to give dogs room ...

EBD235 Connection First from 2022-11-14T09:00

A life with dogs isn’t always plain sailing. Kathy knows that first-hand. They can challenge your patience with their behaviors time and time again. Listen

EBD234 Dogs Are Not Just A Collection of Behaviors, And Neither Are You from 2022-11-07T08:00

Dogs behave “badly” all the time…Kathy definitely knows this first-hand.  Listen

EBD233 Dog Moms Share Their Stories of How They Turned Things Around with Their Difficult Dog from 2022-10-31T08:00

Kathy has heard so many amazing stories about dog moms’ journeys with their dogs. But with any dog comes challenges. Kathy’s guests have been no strangers to those! Listen

EBD232 The What, Why and How of Connection and Cooperation with Your Dog from 2022-10-24T08:00

Kathy has connected and cooperated with so many dogs over the years. It’s something that dog parents long for.

We all want our dogs to feel safe, calm and happy. We want them to know that...

EBD231 Your Dream Life with Your Dog Won't Happen Without THIS from 2022-10-17T08:00

Kathy has spent so many years with so many dogs. They’ve all been wonderful. But they’ve all brought their own challenges.

It’s so easy to look to the future, to a time when these challen...

EBD230 How To Naturally Connect with Your Dog and Why That Trumps Training from 2022-10-10T08:00

How do we become more deeply connected with our dogs? As Kathy explains, it’s when we step into our place as trustworthy role models and loving leaders.

When we are able to do that, we an...

EBD229 Navigating Grief and Lost Loves from 2022-10-03T08:00

Kathy has spent her life with so many wonderful dogs. Sadly, that means she’s experienced loss many times too.

The grief that dog moms experience is often uncontrollable and makes us feel...

EBD228 How To Trust The Process and Stop White Knuckling from 2022-09-26T08:00:59

When your dogs’ actions and responses don’t match your expectations, it can be so easy to obsess and worry about it.

You could be struggling to deal with their on-leash reactivity, their ...

EBD227 4 Strategies to Navigate the Ups and Downs of Life with Dogs from 2022-09-19T08:00:03

It’s totally normal to experience ups and downs with our dogs. The good times come with the bad because, well…that’s just life!

There are so many factors that influence how we think, feel...

EBD226 Insider Tips for Understanding Your Dog's Behavior from 2022-09-12T08:00:46

As Brilliant Partners (BP), it’s so important to build a strong level of understanding with our dogs. Sometimes their behaviors challenge us or leave us feeling frustrated, but reaching a higher...

EBD225 Truth Bomb. Dog is Having A Hard Time, Not Giving A Hard Time from 2022-09-05T08:00:45

Being a Brilliant Partner (BP) is wonderful when you and your dog are in sync and you’re communicating flawlessly. But what happens when your dog flat-out refuses to listen? It’s something that ...

EBD224 Creative Thinking for Designing a Dream Life with Your Dog from 2022-08-29T08:00

Mindset plays a huge role in the partnerships we have with our dogs. Sometimes we have to challenge our own thoughts and what we know to be ‘right’ in order to live a better life with them.

EBD223 The Gift of Truth From Our Dogs from 2022-08-22T08:00:11

One of the main lessons Kathy has learned from dogs over the years is that you can find the truth in your dogs’ reflections of your own behavior.

In this episode of Enlightened by Dogs, s...

EBD222 Life Lessons from An Intense Puppy with Erin and Jess from 2022-08-15T08:00:58

Kathy has shared many tales of the dogs she’s known over the years, but in this guest edition of Enlightened by Dogs, she introduces Erin who tells us about her journey with her Border Collie Je...

EBD221 Dog Advocacy and Social Pressure - Let's Do Better from 2022-08-08T08:00:21

Throughout her career, Kathy has been in many different social situations with her dogs. Whether out in public, at the vet, or on a long hike, these social interactions can pose a few problems w...

EBD220 My Most Difficult Dog and Teacher with Terri and Bella from 2022-08-01T08:00

Kathy has shared the stories of so many dogs she’s had the pleasure of knowing. But this week, she turns the spotlight on a member of the Brilliant Partners Academy.

BPA member, Terri joi...

EBD219 Maya, The Gift that Keeps on Giving from 2022-07-25T08:00

Kathy has used kindness, compassion and patience to form strong relationships with dogs for so many years. She has proven that even those that were deemed a “lost cause” can become attentive and...

EBD218 Phoenix- The Hardest Dog That Taught Me the Most from 2022-07-18T08:00

Kathy has had the pleasure of building partnerships with all types of dogs. But sometimes, the most challenging relationships are the most rewarding.

Each dog she has spent time with has ...

EBD217 Russell - What It Means to Be the Legacy of a Great Dog from 2022-07-11T08:00

Kathy’s partnerships with dogs have seen her experience laughter, joy, tears and heartache. But the overall emotion is pure love. A strong partnership with your dog means that love never falters...

EBD216 Haley, The Dog That Taught Me About Trust from 2022-07-04T08:00

Sometimes, meeting a new dog with a new personality can make you question the methods you’ve tried over the years.

Throughout her career, Kathy’s relationships with different dogs have se...

EBD215 Lessons from My Dog Teacher, Max from 2022-06-27T08:00:01

Kathy’s journey with her dogs over the years has taught her so much. They've been her friends, healers, and confidants in so many things.

So, in this Enlightened by Dogs episode, she’s ta...

EBD214 Love Your Dog First and Your Goal Second from 2022-06-20T08:00:55

As dog parents, we all want what’s best for our dogs. We want them to live up to their full potential and lead rewarding lives within our partnerships.

But sometimes, our wants and goals end up ...

EBD213 Drama-Free Consent and Cooperation with Dogs from 2022-06-13T08:00:31

Most of our dogs are reactive when it comes to grooming, visiting the vet or other unavoidable tasks. The truth is that most of these aren’t the most pleasant activities for our dogs.

But...

EBD212 Dog Meet-and-Greets Done Right from 2022-06-06T08:00:41

Dog greetings are such an important part of our dogs’ socialization process. But guess what? It’s also one of those things we dog parents don’t always understand.

While we’re all social b...

EBD211 Your Dog's Behavior Is Not What You Think from 2022-05-30T08:00:28

We often think our dogs are giving us a hard time, but we never stop and think… maybe they are having a hard time!

What can we do to improve our relationships with our dogs and s...

EBD210 Why NOW Is the Best Time to Prioritize a Partnership with Your Dog from 2022-05-23T08:00:19

As a dog mom, you probably have a clear picture of the life you want to create with your dog. And that’s amazing because the trick to creating your ideal life is visualizing it first.

It ...

EBD209 How to Bounce Back After a Difficult Experience with Your Dog from 2022-05-16T08:00:46

While the ultimate goal is to constantly be proactive, not reactive, when it comes to our dogs, the simple truth is that we’re only human. Stressful situations are part and parcel of everyday li...

EBD208 The Not-To-Do List - 3 Things to Avoid for a Cooperative and Connected Dog from 2022-05-09T08:00:49

There’s a lot of information floating around about what’s right and wrong for our dogs. While some of it is accurate, the rest could ultimately slow you down on that journey towards a brilliant ...

EBD207 Navigating Personalities and Behavior as a Dog Mom from 2022-05-02T08:00:09

Behavior is communication. Since our dogs can’t tell us what they want or how they feel, they bark, growl, or pull away – especially when they feel unheard. And once a dog feels unheard, their b...

EBD206 Sorting Out The Rise in Reactivity with Marika Bertram from 2022-04-25T08:00:09

What’s causing the recent spike in reactivity among our dogs?

It’s easy to blame it all on the recent lockdown. After all, dogs everywhere were cooped up indoors without the opportunity t...

Help! My Dog Goes Beserk with Visitors and My Dog Was Attacked by a Dog While Walking from 2022-04-18T08:00:20

For all of us, the end game is to build trust between our dogs and us and eventually learn how to live a good life together.

But before we get to that point, it’s important to accept wher...

EBD204 What to Do When Your Dog Gets Too Far Away and When Your Dog Gets Triggered Too Quickly from 2022-04-11T08:00:07

Sometimes it’s comforting to know that you aren’t the only dog mom out there tackling a few bumps in the road on your partnership journey.

But it’s also empowering to know that there’s a ...

EBD203 How to Create a Safe Space for Your Anxious Dog from 2022-04-04T08:00:08

How do you get your dog to feel safe and calm in your RV, apartment, or home? How do you get them to feel the same way while you’re out and about?

The answer lies in focusing on your inne...

EBD202 When Dog Moms Believe, Cooperation Is Achieved from 2022-03-28T08:00

Did you know that your thoughts and expectations for your dog can shape who they become?

If you believe that they’re too reactive or too difficult to live with, they eventually morph into...

EBD201 8 Life-Changing Behavior Tips for Mindful Dog Moms from 2022-03-21T08:00:51

Being a loving and conscious dog mom isn’t always easy. Yes, you love your dog so much and you want to be the best dog parent you can be. However, sometimes it’s hard to remain patient and mindf...

EBD200 Celebrating with a Sneak Peek and a Gift from 2022-03-14T08:00

We’re celebrating 200 episodes of the Enlightened By Dogs podcast with a very special announcement – so tune in to hear more about that!

I can’t believe we’ve hit 200 episodes! T...

EBD199 Your Success Is Inevitable If You Do the Work from 2022-03-07T09:00

Are you ready to become the best version of yourself and the human that your dog needs you to be?

Well, it all starts with inspired action. It’s one thing to seek guidance on how to becom...

EBD198 Balancing Body, Mind and Spirit with Beth Williams from 2022-02-28T09:00

Does leading a balanced life, whether on a personal level or with your dog, often seem out of reach?

Perhaps it’s time to look at balance from a whole new perspective. While finding balan...

EBD197 5 Outdated Dog Training Myths Debunked - What Is Working in Real Life, with Real Dogs, Right Now from 2022-02-21T09:00

What’s holding you back from living out your dreams of a perfect relationship with your dog?

Most time, it boils down to misinformation and limited beliefs drawn from the outdated obedien...

EBD196 Living the Dream Life with [Difficult] Dogs: How 4 Dog Moms Turned Their Struggles into Whole-Hearted Cooperation with Their Dogs from 2022-02-14T09:00

Do you sometimes feel out of your depth as you try to understand your dog and form that meaningful connection with them?

Well, you’re not alone.

Many dog parents before you have st...

EBD195 Understanding Your Dog's Personality, Their Quirks and Sensitivities Unleashes Their Cooperation. Here's How. from 2022-02-07T09:00

Every dog is unique.

But one of the common myths out there is that all dogs are more or less alike, and with the right obedience training, they’ll get their acts together, become more wel...

EBD194 - What is the "Right" Amount and Type of Exercise and Enrichment for YOUR Unique Dog? from 2022-01-31T09:00

Has anyone ever told you that exercise (and lots of it) is the best way to get your hyperactive dog to calm down?

Even a quick Google search would land you on a page that recommends rigor...

EBD193 What Is a Partnership Lifestyle? The How, What and Why It’s Brilliant from 2022-01-24T09:00

What does a partnership lifestyle with your dog mean to you?

While it may vary from one dog parent to the other, it’s safe to say that there are a few underlying principles to look out fo...

EBD192 How to Be A Good Leader for Your Dog Without Dominance or Obedience from 2022-01-17T09:00

A new year is always the perfect time for new beginnings, resolutions and meaningful reflections. Which makes it a great time to revisit what it means to be a leader for our dogs, beyond the ste...

EBD191 Being an Intentional Human from 2022-01-10T09:00

How you treat your dog and others is directly informed by who you are.

So, the next important question is, are you simply “who you are” or “who you truly want to be?”

The differenc...

EBD190 Protecting Your Dog's Social Confidence - Part 3 from 2022-01-03T09:00

Naturally, you want your dog to feel safe, calm, and happy as much as possible. But stressful situations are part of life as we know it. Often, these situations affect you long before your dog g...

EBD189 Protecting Your Dog's Social Confidence - Part 2 from 2021-12-27T09:00

You want to protect your dog from traumatic situations just as you want to protect all your loved ones. But, as we all know, it’s not always possible to prevent bad things from happening. So, wh...

EBD188 Protecting Your Dog's Social Confidence - Part 1 from 2021-12-20T09:00

Did you know that your puppy or young dog is at the most impressionable stage of their life?

They’re experiencing most things for the first time, which is thrilling! But it’s equally scar...

EBD187 Let Your Dog Reduce Your Stress from 2021-12-13T09:00

It’s no secret that our dogs make us feel happy and safe, that’s one of the many reasons we’re on this partnership journey with them.

Have you ever wondered if we do the same for them? Listen

EBD186 What To Do When Your Leashed Dog Is Triggered from 2021-12-06T09:00

How do you react when your dog is triggered by external factors while you’re enjoying a walk together?

The answer is almost never the same across the board, however, a common mistake is t...

EBD185 Agency, Choices and Freedom for Our Dogs from 2021-11-29T09:00

Creating clear opportunities for our dogs to say yes or no brings us one step closer to that brilliant life we want with them.

This may seem a bit odd, especially since we live in a world...

EBD184 6 Ways to Build Resilience from 2021-11-22T09:00

When did you last think about resiliency in terms of your partnership with your dog? Unfortunately for most people, the answer is "never".

Life tends to throw curveballs every now and the...

EBD183 - A Tribute to Our Dogs from 2021-11-15T09:00

Our dogs give us so much, don’t they? Each day they make our lives better. Every time we connect with them, admire them, appreciate them, we experience a love of life unlike anything else.

EBD182 Using the Power of Curiosity to Increase Connection with Your Dog from 2021-11-08T09:00

When was the last time you felt truly awe-inspired?

Awe is a complex emotion, and tapping into its power can do amazing things for you and your relationships. It encourages us to be curio...

EBD181 An Unbreakable Bond from 2021-11-01T08:00

What does your connection with your dog do for your life? Does it help you be a better partner? A better person?

Your bond with your dog is powerful. But facilitating this amazing and tra...

EBD180 How to Help Your Dog Self-Regulate from 2021-10-25T08:00

Did you know that a feeling of disconnection from our dogs could be what’s causing them to be anxious or reactive?

Humans and dogs are wired to seek connection. It’s part of our quest to ...

EBD179 Why Your Dog Won’t Listen from 2021-10-18T08:00

What do you do when you feel like your dog just isn’t hearing you?

All behavior is communication, so how your dog responds to you (or doesn’t respond to you) is a type of behavior that co...

EBD178 Communicating With Your Dog On Purpose from 2021-10-11T08:00

Communication is the single most powerful tool we have for connecting with others but are you aware of how you’re communicating?

Any time you interact with your dog – or anyone you have a...

EBD177 Stop Leaking Trust and Confidence with 3 Clarity Questions from 2021-10-04T08:00

Trust and confidence are crucial ingredients to a loving, happy, and healthy partnership with our dogs.

Our dogs trust us with a lot, so we need to be good leaders and worthy of that trus...

EBD176 4 Steps to Emotional Balance from 2021-09-27T08:00

How does your emotional intelligence affect your relationship with your dog?

Your dog can teach you so much about how to be in the world, and one of the big things you can learn is how to...

EBD175 Connecting Heart-to-Heart from 2021-09-20T08:00

In our busy lives, sometimes we need to just pause and reflect. How we are and how we act can have a huge effect on our relationship with our dogs.

So, if you want to start working more o...

EBD174 How to Be A Better Listener for Your Dog from 2021-09-13T08:00

What does it mean to be heard?

Both you and your dog are social mammals and so have a deep need to be understood and cared for. Meeting this need can help you live the brilliant partnersh...

EBD173 Lessons from A Reactive Dog with Paulina Grzesinska-Mrozek from 2021-09-06T08:00

Living with a reactive dog can be a frustrating experience, and as a first-time dog mom, it can be a confusing one as well.

In this episode of Enlightened By Dogs, Kathy revisits a conver...

EBD172 From Reactive Dogs to Remarkable Partners with Ros Swallow from 2021-08-30T08:00

Having one reactive dog can be challenging enough but imagine adding another one into the mix!

In this Enlightened By Dogs episode, Kathy revisits a conversation she had with Ros Swallow,...

EBD171 The Summer Series on The Power of Partnership – Part 5 of 5 from 2021-08-23T08:00

Do you have a clear vision and dream for the life you want with your dog?

Staying committed to the partnership of your dreams begins with some clarity on what your dreams actually look li...

EBD171 The Summer Series on The Power of Partnership – Part 5 of 5 from 2021-08-23T08:00

Do you have a clear vision and dream for the life you want with your dog?

Staying committed to the partnership of your dreams begins with some clarity on what your dreams actually look li...

EBD170 The Summer Series on The Power of Partnership Part 4 of 5 from 2021-08-16T08:00

Part of living in a true partnership is to work towards some kind of common purpose. Yet, it’s something that a lot of us don’t think about when it comes to our dogs.

Welcome back to part...

EBD169 The Summer Series on The Power of Partnership - Part 3 of 5 from 2021-08-09T08:00

Transitioning into a new way of being with your dog isn’t always like going from A to B. Sometimes there are a few bumps in the road along the way. But what do you do when you make a mistake? Listen

EBD168 The Summer Series on The Power of Partnership - Part 2 of 5 from 2021-08-02T08:00

What’s the key to any successful partnership or relationship?

That’s right. It’s all about communication!

Communication is what ties your partnership with your dog together, so you...

EBD167 The Summer Series on The Power of Partnership - Part 1 of 5 from 2021-07-26T08:00

How much clarity do you have about you and your dog’s partnership right now?

It’s easier to work out where you’re going once you know where you are. That’s why getting clear on which area...

EBD166 Are You Trying Too Hard to Connect with Your Dog? from 2021-07-19T08:00

Are you struggling to form a solid heart-to-heart connection with your dog?

It could be a simple case of trying too hard or overthinking it. If we’re distracted, focused on other things, ...

EBD165 Life Lessons From A Junkyard Dog from 2021-07-12T08:00

Sometimes we just get so caught up in the drama, urgencies, to-do lists, and life’s responsibilities that we forget what’s truly important.

We can even get lost in an idea of how our dogs...

EBD164 How to Help Your Dog Stay Calm Instead of Reactive from 2021-07-05T08:00

Are things a little crazy around your home right now?

During the summer months, many of us start remodeling, landscaping, gardening, or doing construction work on our homes.

This c...

EBD163 Helping an Easily Over-Aroused Dog with Andrea Baumann from 2021-06-28T08:00

If your dog struggles with over-arousal, you’ll be no stranger to emotional outbursts. Overwhelming experiences like these can trigger anxieties that make it difficult for you and your dog to mo...

EBD162 From Family Dog Fights to Family Harmony with Alicia Martin from 2021-06-21T08:00

Establishing a partnership with your dog when they have behavior issues can be a real challenge. But what about building a partnership with 13 dogs all with their own unique needs?

Rescui...

EBD161 Get Back to Grazing from 2021-06-14T08:00

Does your dog often get over-excited or easily stressed? Does that feeling pass onto you, and before you know it, you’re both stuck feeling frustrated or angry?

Our dogs look to us for so...

EBD160 New Habits Create A New Life from 2021-06-07T08:00

We all have dreams, goals, and aspirations, but what is the key to achieving them?

One of the most common pieces of advice is that you need to change your mindset to achieve your dreams. ...

EBD159 What If It Was Easy? from 2021-05-31T08:00

Are you feeling disconnected from your dog? Are you struggling to remain present and live in the moment with them?

Living a partnership lifestyle means intentionally creating a heart-to-h...

EBD158 Living with An Excitable Dog with Beth Williams from 2021-05-24T08:00

When your personality doesn’t align with your dog’s in the ways you might expect, how do you communicate and connect?

BPA member, Beth Williams, welcomed her new dog, KZ into her life wit...

EBD157 Extreme Behavior to Partnership with Stella Murrell from 2021-05-17T08:00

When it comes to reactive dog behavior, it can feel like you’ve tried just about everything, and nothing seems to work.

A reactive dog can put a huge strain on your relationships with you...

EBD156 Real Listening to Reactive Dogs with Steph Taleb from 2021-05-10T08:00

You may think that you’re listening to your dog’s wants and needs, but listening isn’t always what you think it is.

We all want to do what’s best for our dogs. However, sometimes, in the ...

EBD155 Success Is An Inside Job from 2021-05-03T08:00

We often think about success as external. But what internal work happens on the way to achieving a brilliant partnership?

Your mindset can be a powerful guide on the path to a happy lifes...

EBD154 Social Activity and Arousal Balance for Dogs from 2021-04-26T08:00

Are the activities you do with your dog really meeting both your needs?

Both you and your dog are social beings. You have socialization and intellectual stimulation needs that you have th...

EBD153 Balancing Emotions with Flower Essences from 2021-04-19T08:00

When your emotional pathway is clear and balanced, you’re primed for connecting and co-regulating with your dog. But finding balance isn’t always easy. So, what tools can you use to help restore...

EBD152 Balanced Behavior Starts Here from 2021-04-12T08:00

There are five key pillars that all social animals need to connect and thrive. These five elements build trust between you and your dog, and bring you back into balance when things start to go a...

EBD151 Calming Your Dog from the Inside Out from 2021-04-05T08:00

In the world of dog behavior, there’s a lot of talk about “impulse control”. But what is causing these impulses, and what’s the best way to approach “controlling” them?

In this episode of...

EBD150 Loving Your "Difficult" Dog from 2021-03-29T08:00

If your dog is displaying difficult behavior and not cooperating, it may make you feel like your dog is deliberately giving you a hard time. But the truth is, your dog is having a hard ...

EBD149 The Right Way to Socialize Your Dog or Puppy from 2021-03-22T08:00

Socializing your dog can be tricky business! Especially when there are so many theories of how it should be done. However, some methods might not be right for your dog and may do more harm than ...

EBD148 Digging Into Personality Type Combinations from 2021-03-15T08:00

Life can get pretty interesting when we mix personalities.

Understanding your dog's personality type teaches you why they behave the way they do. Knowing more about how your dog expresses...

EBD147 What Personality Traits Trigger Your Dog's Behavior? from 2021-03-08T09:00

One of the most common mistakes that dog moms make is fundamentally misunderstanding their dog's behavior. Your dog has an innate personality and unique needs. When these get misinterpreted, it ...

EBD146 Trigger Exposure is the Worst Way to Help Reactive Dogs from 2021-03-01T09:00

How can you truly help your reactive dog?

I feel really passionate about this topic. Why? Because I hear so many stories of dog moms and dog families struggling with reactive dog training...

EBD145 Using Your Intuition to Better Understand Your Dog from 2021-02-22T09:00

What if I told you there was a way to bypass the language barrier that you experience with your dog? Well, I believe that anyone who seeks to be a better communicator with their dog can achieve ...

EBD144 The Difference Between Invitation and Expectation and Why It Matters from 2021-02-15T09:00

When you share a partnership lifestyle with your dog, you invite them to be a part of, or join in with, things that you do. But, when you extend an invitation to your dog, are you considering wh...

EBD143 Are Your Thoughts Sabotaging Your Progress? from 2021-02-08T09:00

Are your thoughts getting in the way of you living a safe, calm, and happy life with your dog?

Without realizing it, your thoughts around safe, calm, and happy, could be the very thing th...

EBD142 Understanding Dog Greetings from 2021-02-01T09:00

What do different dog greetings really mean?

Have you ever wondered why your dog greets you the way they do? Why do they get so excited when you come home? Why do they jump up, spin aroun...

EBD141 Boundaries Around Biting from 2021-01-25T09:00

Setting boundaries for our dogs is so important, especially when it comes to biting from excitement or over-arousal. A lot of the misunderstanding comes from the idea of setting boundaries becau...

EBD140 Alert Barking, Car Chasing, and Sky Hawking, Oh My! from 2021-01-18T09:00

Living in partnership with our dogs comes with lots of highs and lows. We create memories together that we cherish, and we continue to grow closer as brilliant partners. However, it...

EBD139 Power Over is Not Our Thing from 2021-01-11T09:00

Where does your empowerment come from?

Empowerment does not come from placing yourself above others but from your strength, vulnerability, and empathetic nature. Whenever a new year or se...

EBD138 When You're Afraid to Walk Your Reactive Dog from 2021-01-04T09:00

Is your dog so out of control that you’re afraid to walk them on a leash?

There’s nothing more stressful than walking an unruly and reactive dog who could pull, lunge, or bark hystericall...

EBD137 Handling Leash Reactivity the Partnership Way from 2020-12-28T09:00

Is your dog reactive on the leash? Maybe your dog hates being on the leash and won’t even let you put it on. Or, perhaps your dog pulls on the leash and lunges towards other dogs, moving objects...

EBD136 The Struggle Is Real from 2020-12-21T09:00

If you’re struggling with your dog, you’re not alone. We all have good days and bad days with our dogs. Sometimes, our dogs wear invisible halos and act like angels for the entire d...

EBD135 Becoming a Winning Team from 2020-12-14T09:00

Do you dream of creating a brilliant partnership with your dog? The type of partnership where the two of you can dance through life together as real partners?

Well, you can but it takes t...

EBD134 You're Invited to Get Happy from 2020-12-07T09:00

2020 hasn’t been the easiest year for any of us. It’s been tough and it’s about time we welcomed some joy and happiness into our lives, don’t you think?

You’ve probably heard the saying t...

EBD133 Grateful from 2020-11-30T09:00

Do you practice gratitude? It’s well-known that having an active gratitude practice can make you happier and healthier, but when you’re always so busy, when can you find the time to do it?

EBD132 Wired for Connection and Co-Regulation from 2020-11-23T09:00

Did you know that both you and your dog are wired for connection? It’s almost as though your relationship with your dog was written in the stars!

However, you might not realize that there...

EBD131 When Your Family Doesn't Agree from 2020-11-16T09:00

What should you do if your family isn't on board with your goal of creating a partnership lifestyle with your dog?

Many people assume that if the whole family isn't on board, it’s impossi...

EBD130 When Your Dog Gives You A Hard Time from 2020-11-09T09:00

What should you do when your dog refuses to listen?

You tell them to come to you, they run in the opposite direction. You ask them to stop barking, and they bark louder. You ask them to g...

EBD129 Making Hard Easier from 2020-11-02T09:00

When faced with difficult times, it can be hard to pull yourself out of it. Thankfully, there are things you can do to get through the hard days and emerge out on the other side, ready to live y...

EBD128 Becoming Resilient from 2020-10-26T08:00

Are you and your dog resilient? Building resilience is so important to create a strong partnership with your dog. Yet, not many people talk about the power of resilience within the dog community...

EBD127 Your Thoughts About Those Disrespectful Dog People from 2020-10-19T08:00

Don’t you hate it when other people get involved with you and your dog’s way of life? Or worse, when disrespectful dog people don’t follow the rules and cause a dramatic event to happen with you...

EBD126 Banking Trust and Recovering from Traumatic Experiences from 2020-10-12T08:00

Do you want to start banking trust with your dog? The more trust your dog has in you, the better prepared you will both be when confronted with an unexpected or traumatic event.

If your d...

EBD125 How to Be An Advocate for Your Dog or Puppy from 2020-10-05T08:00

Are you an advocate for your puppy or young dog?

When dogs are young, they are very impressionable. An unfortunate event or situation has the potential to impact the rest of their lives. ...

EBD124 Distressed Family with Reactive Fighting Dogs Restored to Harmony from 2020-09-28T08:00

Bettina's life was turned upside down when they decided to adopt Murphy, a deaf dog with OCD, after seeing his handsome face on a rescue website. It quickly became apparent that Murphy had a LOT...

EBD123 From Over-aroused, Chasing and Reactive to Trusting Partners from 2020-09-21T08:00

Stella's wild child Henna was a special puppy who endured serious illness, affecting her brain and their relationship. Henna's lunging and barking at everything embarrassed Stella, who became st...

EBD122 Two Reactive Vizslas Now Calm, Connected and Trusting from 2020-09-14T08:00

Ros adapted to life with her two beautiful but reactive Vizsla girls by avoiding encounters with other dogs and becoming hyper-vigilant. But this was not a sustainable way to live and Ros soon f...

EBD121 First-time Dog Mom with Reactive Dog Turns Their Life Around! from 2020-09-07T08:00

Can you imagine being a first-time dog mom with a reactive dog that just won’t listen to you?

This is the situation that first-time dog mom, Paulina, found herself in after adopting a rea...

EBD120 Chasing, Reactive, Fearful Dog Becomes the Best Family Dog Ever! from 2020-08-31T08:00

Does your dog compulsively chase little animals (and leaves blowing in the wind)? Perhaps your dog is frightened of traffic and is a nightmare to walk down the street?

Well, what if you h...

EBD119 Unconditional Love is Not Contingent Upon Behavior from 2020-08-24T08:00

In its purest form, unconditional love is not contingent upon your dog’s behavior. Yes, you might get frustrated or even angry when your dog misbehaves, but you don’t stop loving them because of...

EBD118 Why Training Doesn’t Work in Real Life from 2020-08-17T08:00

Do you ever feel like your dog “forgets” their training as soon as you leave the house? Walking your dog around the house or garden is one thing. Transitioning those skills to places outside...