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DogLogical: Making Sense of Your Dog's Behavior

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Renee Rhoades, MSc 22 episodes Mar 25, 2025

DogLogical is a podcast about understanding and living well with dogs, hosted by Renee Rhoades, an Applied Animal Behaviorist with more than 20 years of experience working with dogs and their guardians. Episodes go beyond basic training to explore challenging behaviors, bonding, and the realities of caring for a modern dog. The show is aimed at dog parents who want to understand their pets on a deeper level. Listeners can find additional resources at yourdogbehaviorist.com.

Episodes

Myths about Positive Reinforcement Mar 25, 2025 24:31 In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood concepts in behavior... positive reinforcement. It’s a term that gets tossed around, misunderstood, and sometimes weaponized through welfare-washing. But the science? It’s clear. Reinforcement exists, but it may not mean what you think it means - and especially when you see it being used in marketing! To join my inn

Dog Nutrition with Dr. Conor Brady Nov 14, 2024 01:13:24 In this episode, I talk with Dr. Conor Brady, an animal nutritionist and the founder of Dogs First Ireland. I have been following Conor for the last few years after watching a presentation he gave on the role of nutrition in behavior. During the presentation, he confirmed what I had already researched and my suspicions about the relation of diet to behavior - so, of course, I wanted to know more!

New episodes loading... Oct 25, 2024 00:54 Brand new episodes are coming. Get ready for some changes to the format and topics. DogLogical is back and better!

Talking Dogs: Alexis Devine of What About Bunny Nov 19, 2023 01:15:26 In this episode, Renee chats with Alexis Devine about multi-dog households, the emotional challenges of being a modern dog guardian, how she is helping to shape the future of canine communication and, of course... her new book! Find us here on Instagram And for the link to join Resolving Reactivity click HERE About our guest: Alexis Devine is an artist and entrepreneur hailing from Seattle, Was

Stop Walking Your Dog! Mar 11, 2023 48:45 In this episode Kassie and I discuss what dog pros are really saying when they tell you to stop walking your dog! We dive into why walks might be doing more harm than good to your dog (even if they aren't reactive). We also give you some alternatives of things that you can do with your dogs to help me their biological needs. Please let us know what you think about this episode by leaving us a

Breed Specific Legislation Feb 19, 2023 01:11:40 This time, we're discussing BREEDS! We discuss Breed Specific Legislation (BSL) and why BSL can be very problematic. We also chat about the recent social media trend of dog breed recommendations and how they can be detrimental and offer a different perspective when it comes to choosing your next dog. The article Renee referenced can be found here: https://www.newsweek.com/dog-trainers-advice-bre

Obedience Feb 5, 2023 44:38 In this episode with Kassie and Renee, we discuss the dreaded word... obedience! We will talk about what the term means to us and what place it can have in the welfare-based care of our dogs. To learn more about how to work with us visit www.rplusdogs.com If you enjoy the podcast leave us a review - or tell us directly by messaging us on Instagram.

The First Few Weeks Jan 22, 2023 50:38 In this episode with Kassie and Renee, we discuss ideas for your dogs first few weeks home with you. The principles discussed in this episode could be applied to a new puppy or a freshly adopted dog joining the family. To learn more about how to work with us visit www.rplusdogs.com

Predation in Dogs Dec 18, 2022 01:16:27 Join Kassie and me for this episode where we chat with Simone Mueller, MA, a certified dog trainer and dog behavior consultant (ATN) from Germany who specializes in force-free anti-predation training! Simone is the author of the two books, Predation Substitute Training series “Hunting Together” and “Rocket Recall”. She is proud to be an Associate Trainer at the Scotland-based Lothlorien Dog Train

Disabled Dogs Aug 14, 2022 01:35:25 Join Kassie and me for this episode where we chat with Erin Marion from Down to Earth Dog Lady about blind, deaf and blind/deaf dogs. This conversation is full of some great points on what its like caring for, living with and training disabled dog and, of course, we bust some myths along the way too! Erin says "I have over eleven years of experience working with dogs. I am a certified professiona

Our Training Tools Jul 23, 2022 01:55:36 Join Kassie and me as we discuss our feelings about dog training tools! We include our favorite tools, tips and how we use them. The name of Lycan's harness is a TrueLove and you can find that harness and my other preferred training tools here. Also, we are trying out a new, conversational-type format to help you get to know us a little more. Let us know what you think of this new format!

Cooperative Grooming Jun 4, 2022 42:10 Join Kassie and me for a conversation on cooperative care grooming with Tara from Zen Dog! In this episode, we cover hot topics, give you tips and dispel some myths about grooming. Tara also gives her advice on how to find a good groomer and advice on how to tell if your dog is unhappy being groomed - plus what you can do about it! About Tara: Tara is a certified trainer and former groomer s

Barking, Part 2 May 21, 2022 45:26 If you haven't heard Part One of this Two-Part episode, check out Part One which covers barking inside the house. This episode (Part Two) covers barking outside, namely in the yard or outdoor space. We hope to give you some insight into why dogs bark and how you can help them. Find us on Instagram and Facebook If you like our podcast leave us a review on Itunes. If you have an i

Barking, Part 1 May 21, 2022 27:57 In this two-part episode, join Kassie and me while we break down why your dog may be barking! Part One covers barking inside the house, while Part Two covers outside, namely in the yard. We hope to give you some insight into why dogs bark and how you can help them. And just because we are super nice we have released both episodes together so no waiting for Part Two! Find us on Instagram and Face

Fear & Puppies with Brie Blakeman (Part 2) Aug 15, 2021 42:00 Part 2 of our chat with Brie Blakeman from Noble Woof Dog Training on fear and puppies. In this episode, we discuss common scenarios puppies encounter in relation to fear and wrap up our conversation. You can find Brie by searching Noble Woof Dog Training on Facebook, Instagram or by doing an internet search.

Fear & Puppies with Brie Blakeman (Part 1) Aug 1, 2021 39:34 Raising a puppy is hard work, but what can make that experience even harder is having poor information on how to help set your puppy up for success. Brie Blakeman from @noblewoof dog training joins me for a conversation about socialization, training and fear in relation to puppies. This chat was loaded with gems so it is split into two parts to help you absorb all the goodness it has to offer. Yo

How do I... Achieve Multi-Dog Household Success? Mar 21, 2021 30:19 Thinking about adding another dog to your family? In this episode I provide guidance on just that! www.rplusdogs.com If you are enjoying our podcast make sure to leave a review to help us find a wider audience - and spread more of that positive reinforcement around! We love hearing your thoughts, especially is you like what you hear.

Tips, Tricks and Busting Myths: Separation Anxiety Mar 14, 2021 02:10:04 Beth Berkobien from Rehab Your Rescue joins us to help provide fantastic advice on separation anxiety. Beth is a SA Pro certified professional who not only provides guidance to her clients, but who has also handled severe separation anxiety in her own dogs. If you ever wondered about separation anxiety or are unsure what is good advice, this is the episode for you! Beth can be found on social medi

An Interview with Dr Marlena Ryba & Harold the Superhero Feb 20, 2021 01:50:00 Dr Marlena Ryba, a professor of clinical psychology, joins me to discuss her rescue dog Harold who was returned 3 times to the shelter before finding his forever home with Dr Marlena. Harold came with a bite history, a scarlet letter in the dog world, but by utilizing her professional understanding of human behavior modification Dr Marlena was able to help Harold move past his history towards a br

An Interview with Bindi's Bucket List Feb 6, 2021 01:49:01 Taylor from Bindi's Bucket List joins us for an enlightening conversation about canine enrichment as well as dog rescue, food choices and welfare. And of course we discussed Taylor's inspiration: her girls Bindi and Rosie! We covered a lot in this episode so we can't wait for you to get in there with us. Find more on Instagram @bindisbucketlist or www.bindisbucketlist.com If you are enjoying our

Decompression Walk Jan 16, 2021 11:11 Come on a decompression walk (or sniffari) with me and my dogs in the woods. We will discuss the aim of a decompression walk, what one feels and looks like and tips for ensuring both you and your dogs have a great one! www.rplusdogs.com If you are enjoying our podcast make sure to leave a review to help us find a wider audience!

DogLogical: Making Sense of Your Dog's Behavior (Trailer) Nov 30, 2020 00:42