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Good Morning America Segment
Taking Dog Training from Task to Treat
As moms and business owners, balancing time and energy between our different kinds of babies can feel overwhelming on its own, but what happens for those of us who have fur babies too?
Our pets are an important part of our lives, and having them around during stressful times like these is an absolute blessing. However, we also have to ensure we’re giving them the attention and training they need, and when we already have a lot going on, that can feel like a chore.
How can we stop looking at training from a purely logistical perspective and turn it into something fun? Is it possible to make training feel like we’re playing with our pets?
In this episode, Founder of Miss Behavior, Laura Gendron shares how to change the way we look at pet training.
“Training your dog doesn’t need to feel like a massive project – there are so many little things that can be changed.”
-Laura Gendron
Our pets are an important part of our lives, and having them around during stressful times like these is an absolute blessing. However, we also have to ensure we’re giving them the attention and training they need, and when we already have a lot going on, that can feel like a chore.
How can we stop looking at training from a purely logistical perspective and turn it into something fun? Is it possible to make training feel like we’re playing with our pets?
In this episode, Founder of Miss Behavior, Laura Gendron shares how to change the way we look at pet training.
“Training your dog doesn’t need to feel like a massive project – there are so many little things that can be changed.”
-Laura Gendron
Cooperative Care: Beyond Treats and Perfectionism
Our guest this week is Laura Gendron of Miss Behavior Training, here to discuss cooperative care, perfectionism, and memberships. Laura shares about her transition from the veterinary world into the training world, and then into virtual training and behavior consultations with a membership. We discuss the impacts of ADHD and perfectionism on cooperative care and other training, and include a few solutions about communication between veterinary staff and trainers. Join us to talk about realistic training!
Laura Gendron, owner of Miss Behavior in Northwood, NH founded her dog training business in 2008. She graduated from the University of NH with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and an Associate’s Degree in Animal Science with a concentration on Small Animal Care in 2007.
Laura is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Fear-Free Certified Trainer, and a Licensed Family Dog Mediator. She believes in positive, playful, and trust-based training and getting to know every dog-family team individually, often collaborating with a pet-care team. Having worked in a veterinary hospital for 10 years, Laura also has a strong passion for teaching pet parents and professionals how to use lower-stress techniques in handling and vet care.
As a mom of two children, one dog, and two birds, Laura feels strongly about helping dog parents learn how to raise their dogs much like mothering children, using play, good management, and predictable patterns.
Laura currently offers private virtual and in-home training and coaching, online courses, and a membership for dog parents working with their dogs at home. To learn more, visit MissBehaviorTraining.com.
Laura Gendron, owner of Miss Behavior in Northwood, NH founded her dog training business in 2008. She graduated from the University of NH with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and an Associate’s Degree in Animal Science with a concentration on Small Animal Care in 2007.
Laura is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Fear-Free Certified Trainer, and a Licensed Family Dog Mediator. She believes in positive, playful, and trust-based training and getting to know every dog-family team individually, often collaborating with a pet-care team. Having worked in a veterinary hospital for 10 years, Laura also has a strong passion for teaching pet parents and professionals how to use lower-stress techniques in handling and vet care.
As a mom of two children, one dog, and two birds, Laura feels strongly about helping dog parents learn how to raise their dogs much like mothering children, using play, good management, and predictable patterns.
Laura currently offers private virtual and in-home training and coaching, online courses, and a membership for dog parents working with their dogs at home. To learn more, visit MissBehaviorTraining.com.
Muzzle Positivity
Just because a dog is wearing a muzzle does not mean they are a bad dog! Listen to professional dog trainer, Laura Gendron, CPDT-KA, LFDM, FFCP, dispel the stigma associated with muzzle wearing by educating us about muzzle positivity! Laura shares a plethora of reasons why muzzling is beneficial such as during medical recovery (an alternative to the "cone of shame"), preventing the ingestion of inappropriate objects like rocks, and the ability to safely forge new friendships.
Laura discusses the various types of muzzles available and the importance of proper fit. However, the big take home message is how to positively and properly introduce your dog to the muzzle so it's not an anxiety-inducing or potentially dangerous process for you or your pet. Proactively training your dog to embrace their muzzle may become imperative in a variety of situations, for example vet visits, even if your dog has never had a bite history. We challenge you to think positively the next time you see a dog in a muzzle; it may not be for the reason you think!
Laura discusses the various types of muzzles available and the importance of proper fit. However, the big take home message is how to positively and properly introduce your dog to the muzzle so it's not an anxiety-inducing or potentially dangerous process for you or your pet. Proactively training your dog to embrace their muzzle may become imperative in a variety of situations, for example vet visits, even if your dog has never had a bite history. We challenge you to think positively the next time you see a dog in a muzzle; it may not be for the reason you think!
Safe and Fun Games Kids Can Play with Dogs
In this episode, I talk with Laura Gendron, the founder of Miss Behavior Dog Training . She is a mom and positive reinforcement dog trainer, and is one of the most creative teachers I know. We discuss safe and fun games kids can play with dogs so that they can improve their bond. Plus, everyone wants better behaved kids and dogs - and these training games help with both!
The Dog Trainer's Roundtable
We discuss topics such as:
One thing they wish they had known before getting their first dog that they want other people to know
Learn why & how they got into dog training
What one thing blew their mind when they first started training dogs
What their favorite & least favorite thing are about being a dog trainer
What their favorite personality traits are in the dogs they own
What their favorite desserts are
What they want people to know that they may not know about training their dogs.
One thing they wish they had known before getting their first dog that they want other people to know
Learn why & how they got into dog training
What one thing blew their mind when they first started training dogs
What their favorite & least favorite thing are about being a dog trainer
What their favorite personality traits are in the dogs they own
What their favorite desserts are
What they want people to know that they may not know about training their dogs.
Training Options
We talk about:
Quick tips for dog owners that they should either ask or pay attention to when they're going and exploring a dog training service or dog coaching service.
The different types of dog training services
Pros and cons of group classes
Pros and cons of one-on-one/private training
Pros and cons of virtual training
Pros and cons of day or In-Home Training with transfer sessions
Where to start with finding the best fit for you and your dog.
Quick tips for dog owners that they should either ask or pay attention to when they're going and exploring a dog training service or dog coaching service.
The different types of dog training services
Pros and cons of group classes
Pros and cons of one-on-one/private training
Pros and cons of virtual training
Pros and cons of day or In-Home Training with transfer sessions
Where to start with finding the best fit for you and your dog.
How to Choose a Dog Trainer
We discuss topics such as:
What to look for when looking for a dog trainer on social media
What to look for on a dog trainers’ website
The different types of certifications for dog trainers
The importance of filling out the behavior forms on your dog trainer’s website
Questions to ask when talking with a prospective dog trainer
The big RED FLAGS to look for
The things that are worth looking for in a dog trainer
What to look for when looking for a dog trainer on social media
What to look for on a dog trainers’ website
The different types of certifications for dog trainers
The importance of filling out the behavior forms on your dog trainer’s website
Questions to ask when talking with a prospective dog trainer
The big RED FLAGS to look for
The things that are worth looking for in a dog trainer
