Episodes

Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
Situational Awareness
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
This week, Jess and Scott discuss the importance of situational awareness, especially when it involves our dogs. It is your job as a dog owner to do your absolute best to be in tune with the environment and energy surrounding you and your dog at all times.
Why is situational awareness absolutely paramount when hiking off leash?
If one need to improve his or her situational awareness, where should that person begin?
How aware are you of how a certain situation made you and/or your dog feel before, during, and afterward?
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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.
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Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Celebrating Episode 200!
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
This week, Jess and Scott are celebrating their 200th episode! What a truly incredible journey it’s been. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all of your support over the years. We are beyond grateful and promise to only get quirkier over time!
What has been most challenging throughout the past 4 years of podcasting?
Who is Chrissy and why is she on the podcast?
Where is The Quirky Dog’s future headed?
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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.
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Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
Safety Protocols for Aggression Cases
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
This week, Jess and Scott discuss aggression cases and how they prepare. Many industry professionals run into aggressive dogs throughout their careers, but some aren’t equipped to handle them. This episode provides tons of tips to keep everybody safe.
Where does equipment beyond a muzzle come into play?
Why is it so important to exhibit strict protocols near a dog’s crate?
How can a dog with true human aggression be safely handled?
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.
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Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
What Does Back To School Mean For The Dog?
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
This week, Jess and Scott discuss the hustle bustle of back to school and what impacts this season of life may have on the dog. Kids have been and continue to be heading back to school all throughout our nation, and this episode focuses on facilitating a smooth transition for the dog as well.
How can you prep your dog if you have a kid leaving for his or her first semester of college this year?
Why is it important to adjust to the nuances of a new school year without the dog at first?
What can help stabilize your dog during this transitional period?
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.
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Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
Sibling Syndrome
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
This week, Jess and Scott discuss the process of raising littermates. Many owners do not understand what a process this can be, so this episode is dedicated to breaking down the idea of raising two beings who have been bonded since the womb.
Why would raising littermates be any different than raising two puppies a similar age?
Who should have the final say if a family should raise littermates or not?
How can you set the pups up for success if you happen to own two young littermates right now?
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:
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Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
From Frustration to Freedom With Magaly Sandoval
Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
This week, Jess and Scott are joined by one of their own clients Magaly Sandoval. Magaly and her rambunctious Finnish Lapphund named Maki began working with Scott and Jess summer of 2022, and in this episode, she unpacks Maki’s last year.
What was Magaly’s journey like after she chose to get her very first dog from a herding breeder?
How did the influence of others affect how Magaly approached dog training?
Where did Magaly struggle most with Maki’s behavior even after seeking out prior professional help?
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 Aug 02, 2023
Everybody Look What’s Goin’ Down
Wednesday Aug 02, 2023
Wednesday Aug 02, 2023
This week, Jess and Scott discuss the down command. A down stay for a dog isn’t as commonplace as it once was, and this week Scott and Jess discuss all the benefits of a reliable down and how they use one practically with their own dogs.
Why is it nice to have two separate commands for down?
When is a down stay more appropriate than a sit stay?
How can you build a reliable down stay with your own dog?
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 Jul 26, 2023
The Wonder of the Whippet with Alex Stein
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
This week, Jess and Scott welcome the legendary Alex Stein. Alex and Ashley are responsible for putting canine frisbee on the map on August 5th, 1974. If not for Alex’s extraordinary courage and Ashley’s unmatched athleticism, this beloved sport may not have flourished as much as it did in the late 1900s.
Where did Ashley truly launch his career?
What is Alex’s favorite thing about the sport of canine disc in present day?
How would Alex like the 50th anniversary of his Dodger Stadium debut to be commemorated?
To order the Ashley Whippet book written by Irv Lander, click: https://www.dtworld.com/Ashley-Whippet-p/bkashl.htm
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:
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Wednesday Jul 19, 2023
Fetch Me A Cold One
Wednesday Jul 19, 2023
Wednesday Jul 19, 2023
This week, Jess and Scott discuss the topic of fetching. Fetch has been a buzz topic in the dog world as of late, so in this week’s episode, they both try to equally cover the good, the bad, and the ugly.
Why should I be mindful when playing a simple game of fetch with my dog?
How can switching from a ball to a disc make the game more safe?
What could my dog do for exercise in replacement of fetch?
For a detailed video on how to dislodge a ball from your dog’s throat, click: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v14poLgeYY0
For the study about Golden Retrievers and early spay/neuter, visit: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371%2Fjournal.pone.0055937&fbclid=IwAR3vwFyaTfnaEYMgb_bB-mLPiQmatSqU7jRJQvhBsUkrLDNY00OnOQD_uY0
For the study about Labs versus Goldens in regards to early spay/neuter, click: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371%2Fjournal.pone.0102241&fbclid=IwAR1m-lI82htdyn_weQ82zUGNDZu9mp9aKbiFOUMCUYKKuvtg3T2n-prrAz8
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:
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Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
Couples Who Train Together…
Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
This week, Jess and Scott are joined by their friends from New York. Ben and Janelle Allanson have over a decade of history in the sport of French Ring, and much like Scott and Jess, they have experienced the highs and lows of dog training together as a romantic couple!
What is the most challenging part of training with a partner?
How does training with someone who also lives with your dogs make certain aspects of your training sessions easier?
Why is it so important to schedule quality time outside of training even though training is technically a recreational activity?
To follow Janelle’s training, check out @makeupandmalinois on Instagram.
For more on Ben’s art, follow @live_byte on Instagram.
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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#TheQuirkyDog
#DogTraining
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