Madison-based professional dog trainer Jorge Melara joins us again, this time to share how to tell the difference between dog aggression and reactivity. Then, we hear how to train your cat with Emily Ruiz of Great and Small Animal Behavior & Training.
Featured in this Episode
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How tell tell if your dog’s being aggressive or reactive, and how to help them calm down
It’s pretty common to see a dog barking and lunging at the end of their leash. It can be hard to tell why the dog’s upset — it could be scared, frustrated or over excited. If you’re a pet owner, it’s important to be able to read your dog’s emotions. We talk with a professional trainer about the difference between aggression and reactivity. Plus, we cover indoor activities you can do with your dog to keep them entertained and enriched.
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Yes, you can train a cat
Cats have a reputation as being untrainable. But our guest says it’s possible to modify your feline’s undesirable behavior. We learn how to motivate your cat to work with you.
Episode Credits
- Larry Meiller Host
- Jorge Melara Guest
- Emily Ruiz Guest
- Jill Nadeau Executive Producer
- Clara Neupert Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
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