Episodes

Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Let's Talk About Talking To Animals With Shannon Cutts
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
This week, Jess and Scott welcome animal communicator Shannon Cutts, host of Let’s Talk To Animals podcast. Shannon is a highly sensitive animal intuitive who specializes in one on one virtual sessions with all types of species and recently just returned from a bucket list trip to the Galapagos.
How was Shannon called to this career path?
Why is it important for Shannon to listen to the pet’s perspective rather than only the owner’s perspective?
What is Shannon’s process for doing an animal communication session?
To learn more about Viagen Pets, click here: https://www.viagenpets.com
To learn more about Shannon, check out her website here: https://www.animallovelanguages.com/learnwithme
To tune into Shannon's podcast Let's Talk To Animals, click: https://letstalktoanimals.buzzsprout.com
Follow Shannon on Instagram by clicking this link: https://www.instagram.com/loveandfeathersandshells/
For more information about Scott and Jess and their strategies or to book an online consult for behavioral issues, please check out: https://caninehealing.com
To work with Jess virtually to troubleshoot performance sport issues, click: http://www.k9healing.com/ct
To view The Quirky Dog’s website and a full catalog of episodes, visit: https://www.thequirkydog.com
To work with Scott and Jess in person within their service area (Portland, ME to Boston, MA to Manchester, NH), email them at studio@thequirkydog.com
Have you ever wondered why your dog behaves a certain way? Are there things you need help with or support? Join Scott and Jess Williams each week as they explore these and other topics.
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Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Expanding Your Dog's Inner Circle
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
This week, Jess and Scott discuss how to introduce your dog to a select group of dogs that your friends and/or family own. Some owners want their dogs to have a long term relationship with certain dogs even with dogs that aren't necessarily social or may seem somewhat introverted. How do you begin to expand your dog's circle?
What is the best method to mix high energy and low energy dogs?
Why does taking your time with introductions sometimes pay off in the long run?
Show Sponsor – Viagen Pets
To learn more about ViaGen Pets, visit their website at: https://www.viagenpets.com/
For more information about Scott and Jess and their strategies or to book an online consult for behavioral issues, please check out: https://caninehealing.com
To work with Jess virtually to troubleshoot performance sport issues, click: http://www.k9healing.com/ct
To view The Quirky Dog’s website and a full catalog of episodes, visit: https://www.thequirkydog.com
To work with Scott and Jess in person within their service area (Portland, ME to Boston, MA to Manchester, NH), email them at studio@thequirkydog.com
Have you ever wondered why your dog behaves a certain way? Are there things you need help with or support? Join Scott and Jess Williams each week as they explore these and other topics.
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Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Dogs Then And Now
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
This week, Jess and Scott discuss the changes we have seen in dog ownership over the last 50 years. This episode talks about the culture of dogs in the US in the 1980’s, early 2000’s, and today and compares various aspects of the three time periods.
How did dog officers change the way dog ownership has evolved?
Where have we seen the most drastic changes in spending over the past 50 years?
Why is it important to also think about where we are headed in dog ownership?
For more information about Scott and Jess and their strategies or to book an online consult for behavioral issues, please check out: https://caninehealing.com
To work with Jess virtually to troubleshoot performance sport issues, click: http://www.k9healing.com/ct
To view The Quirky Dog’s website and a full catalog of episodes, visit: https://www.thequirkydog.com
To work with Scott and Jess in person within their service area (Portland, ME to Boston, MA to Manchester, NH), email them at studio@thequirkydog.com
Have you ever wondered why your dog behaves a certain way? Are there things you need help with or support? Join Scott and Jess Williams each week as they explore these and other topics.
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caninehealing
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Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Introducing Service Dog Games International
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
This week, Jess and Scott welcome Jamie Robinson, founder of Service Dog Games International. Jamie is introducing a new area in dog training that allows service dogs to finally achieve the recognition they deserve.
What is the specific criteria for having a service dog?
Can you title more than one service dog through Service Dog Games International?
Where is the best resource to learn more about the actual testing for this venue?
To purchase any of Jamie’s books, click here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jamie-Robinson/author/B09BMHDN23?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
To learn more about Service Dog Games International, check out: https://sdgamesintl.org/
To access Service Dog Games International workbooks along with many other resources related to service dogs, follow this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/pawsinservice/?etsrc=sdt
To learn more about Paws In Service and the non-profit Access to Service, click this URL: https://www.pawsinservice.com/#/home
To join the Facebook group for Service Dog Games International, check out: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sdgamesandtitles
For more information about Scott and Jess and their strategies or to book an online consult for behavioral issues, please check out: https://caninehealing.com
To work with Jess virtually to troubleshoot performance sport issues, click: http://www.k9healing.com/ct
To view The Quirky Dog’s website and a full catalog of episodes, visit: https://www.thequirkydog.com
To work with Scott and Jess in person within their service area (Portland, ME to Boston, MA to Manchester, NH), email them at studio@thequirkydog.com
Have you ever wondered why your dog behaves a certain way? Are there things you need help with or support? Join Scott and Jess Williams each week as they explore these and other topics.
Follow and Watch Us On:
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Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Take Your Dog To Work Day Tips
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
This week, Jess and Scott discuss taking your dog to work. In this day and age, many employees want at least a hybrid option of work and home if not for a complete work from home position. Many workers who do go into an office want to bring their dogs. We unpack some of the basics of what taking your dog to work should actually look like in this episode.
What equipment should I consider bringing to work?
Why should you limit dog to dog contact in an office with multiple dogs?
Where can you do some practice sessions of taking your dog with you?
For more information about Scott and Jess and their strategies or to book an online consult for behavioral issues, please check out: https://caninehealing.com
To work with Jess virtually to troubleshoot performance sport issues, click: http://www.k9healing.com/ct
To view The Quirky Dog’s website and a full catalog of episodes, visit: https://www.thequirkydog.com
To work with Scott and Jess in person within their service area (Portland, ME to Boston, MA to Manchester, NH), email them at studio@thequirkydog.com
Have you ever wondered why your dog behaves a certain way? Are there things you need help with or support? Join Scott and Jess Williams each week as they explore these and other topics.
Follow and Watch Us On:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caninehealing
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtlRQjjeIHOgEAAlgB3MviA
Listen to Us On:
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Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
From Prozac to Peace With Kelly O’Brien
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
This week, Jess and Scott welcome one of their cherished clients to discuss her own journey with her German Shepherd. Lola had major issues with anxiety, reactivity, and handling. Kelly discusses how a consistent training program made life significantly better for not only Lola but for the entire family.
Why did Kelly decide it was best to wean Lola off of Prozac with the help of her veterinarian?
What does it look like as Kelly maintains Lola’s training at home for continued success for all parties?
How has Kelly’s life changed since Lola came home from Doggy Boot Camp?
To view The Quirky Dog’s website and a full catalog of episodes, visit: https://www.thequirkydog.com
To work with Scott and Jess in person within their service area (Portland, ME to Boston, MA to Manchester, NH), email them at studio@thequirkydog.com
Have you ever wondered why your dog behaves a certain way? Are there things you need help with or support? Join Scott and Jess Williams each week as they explore these and other topics.
Follow and Watch Us On:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caninehealing
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtlRQjjeIHOgEAAlgB3MviA
Listen to Us On:
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Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
What’s The Point of Teaching Focus?
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
This week, Jess and Scott discuss the concept of eye contact. While getting and maintaining your dog’s attention is definitely an integral part of successful dog training, attention games are often misused in real world settings and this episode dissects exactly that.
Where in training does it actually make sense to teach your dog to focus on you?
Is teaching focus really necessary for an engaged dog?
How can asking for focus sometimes escalate fear or reactivity?
For more information about Scott and Jess and their strategies, please check out: https://caninehealing.com
To view The Quirky Dog’s website and a full catalog of episodes, visit: https://www.thequirkydog.com
To work with Scott and Jess in person within their service area (Portland, ME to Boston, MA to Manchester, NH), email them at studio@thequirkydog.com
Have you ever wondered why your dog behaves a certain way? Are there things you need help with or support? Join Scott and Jess Williams each week as they explore these and other topics.
Follow and Watch Us On:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caninehealing
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtlRQjjeIHOgEAAlgB3MviA
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Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
Carnies Who Collaborate with Abby Cline and Bonnie Scott
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
This week, Jess and Scott welcome Abby Cline and Bonnie Scott who are both wildly entertaining humans as well as full-time professional stunt dog performers. Abby and Bonnie dive deep into the highs and lows of their careers on this episode and provide a ton of comedic relief along the way!
Where can you find Abby and/or Bonnie throughout this upcoming season?
How does traveling with your dogs for a living present some unforeseen obstacles?
What does the ideal future in the world of dogs look like for each of them?
To find Abby on Instagram, follow @thedogcarnival
To see Abby or some of her amazing teammates this season, click here: https://www.stuntdog.com
To enroll in any of Abby’s tricks classes, first contact her through Instagram and then join the following Facebook group:
*Beginners: https://www.facebook.com/share/6Y9aPbYotkRXZuPh/?mibextid=K35XfP
*Advanced: https://www.facebook.com/share/NKxb37t7LsbG99iC/?mibextid=K35XfP
*Level Up (must have completed Beginners and Advanced first): https://www.facebook.com/share/dSsHPMSuurXufGsS/?mibextid=K35XfP
To find Bonnie on Instagram, follow @bonniebrendascott
To see Bonnie in action this year, check out her tour schedule here: https://www.muttsgonenuts.com/tour.html
To enroll in Bonnie’s disc seminars in Hanover, MA the weekend of March 23/24, visit: https://www.newenglandk9athlete.com/upcoming-classes?fbclid=IwAR0drMtSVbRDAbEH9l9J7v6voxxZMTDhgLwfWg-zR8JOvw752fTRgTmALnY
For more information about Scott and Jess and their strategies, please check out: https://caninehealing.com
To view The Quirky Dog’s website and a full catalog of episodes, visit: https://www.thequirkydog.com
To work with Scott and Jess in person within their service area (Portland, ME to Boston, MA to Manchester, NH), email them at studio@thequirkydog.com
Have you ever wondered why your dog behaves a certain way? Are there things you need help with or support? Join Scott and Jess Williams each week as they explore these and other topics.
Follow and Watch Us On:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caninehealing
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Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
When Everyone Else’s Dog Is The Problem…
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
This week, Jess and Scott discuss what to do when you have issues with dogs you don’t own. These types of issues can arise with neighbors, on the street, in parks, at training facility, and in the woods. Repeated negative interactions can be stressful to say the least.
What are some simpl solutions to keep a neighborhood dog off your property?
Why is preparation of utmost importance when taking your dog out and about even if he or she is friendly?
How can you fix someone else’s dog for them?
For more information about Scott and Jess and their strategies, please check out: https://caninehealing.com
To view The Quirky Dog’s website and a full catalog of episodes, visit: https://www.thequirkydog.com
To work with Scott and Jess in person within their service area (Portland, ME to Boston, MA to Manchester, NH), email them at studio@thequirkydog.com
Have you ever wondered why your dog behaves a certain way? Are there things you need help with or support? Join Scott and Jess Williams each week as they explore these and other topics.
Follow and Watch Us On:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caninehealing
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtlRQjjeIHOgEAAlgB3MviA
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Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
Dog Walking Woes
Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
This week, Jess and Scott discuss dog walking. Many of their clients have used a dog walking service over the years and this episode talks about the best practices to find a reliable dog walker who will keep their dog(s) safe and in a comfortable head space.
What are the benefits to hiring a dog walker versus using a doggy daycare service?
Why is consistency important when it comes to the actual dog walker?
Where is the best resource to find a dog walker?
For more information about Scott and Jess and their strategies, please check out: https://caninehealing.com
To view The Quirky Dog’s website and a full catalog of episodes, visit: https://www.thequirkydog.com
To work with Scott and Jess in person within their service area (Portland, ME to Boston, MA to Manchester, NH), email them at studio@thequirkydog.com
Have you ever wondered why your dog behaves a certain way? Are there things you need help with or support? Join Scott and Jess Williams each week as they explore these and other topics.
Follow and Watch Us On:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caninehealing
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtlRQjjeIHOgEAAlgB3MviA
Listen to Us On:
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#ScottWilliamsDogTrainer
#JessWilliamsDogTrainer
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#TheQuirkyDog
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