How can the human side of pet training - understanding and addressing our emotions and mental state - contribute to a stronger bond with our animals and more effective training process?
In this chat with fellow pet professional Marissa Martino, we talk about...
- why it's not just about teaching behaviors and working through training plans
- how her dog Peru met the love of her life, a cat named Harold
- what parallels there are between your work with your pet and your work with yourself
- why "self care" most likely isn't the way to go
Timestamps:
0:00:00 - Pet Relationship Feelings and Stories
Marissa and I play two truths and a lie... I lose (shocker)
0:05:00 - From the Shelter to A Home
Marissa and I discuss strategies for helping clients adopt dogs with a history of living with cats, shelter evaluations, and their ability to predict behavior.
0:13:05 - Introducing a Dog to a Cat
We discussed introducing cats and dogs, active management, safety, and the joy of watching them become friends.
0:29:53 - Hold Space in Pet Training
Clients learn to accept their situation, set boundaries, measure success, and celebrate attempts to transform with their animal.
0:39:23 - Resourcing Yourself vs. Self-Care (and Fun!)
Marissa and I discuss resourcing ourselves, shifting mindset, and strengthening relationships with animals.
Want to dive a bit deeper?
Check out this episode's show notes for Marissa's full bio and contact info, as well as pictures of Peru and Harold - praiseworthypets.com/podcast-shownotes/65
If you're a pet professional...
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