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Hannah Barnes
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There's a LOT about dogs most humans don't know...and more about them that is yet to be uncovered. On The SubWOOFer, join a dog-mom-turned-dog-nerd as she goes beneath the bark to decode our dogs and unleash our humanity.

  1. 10/31/2024

    Howl-oween Special: What’s Been Haunting the Dog World for Nearly a Century

    In this howl-oween special, we're talking about something that's been haunting the dog world since the 1940s: dominance theory, or alpha dog theory.  If you’re a dog parent and you’ve believed in this theory for a while, I promise to bring you zero judgment. If you’re a trainer, you’ve probably heard this topic beaten to death - but I hope you stick around anyway, because I’m bringing you a new angle about the “why” behind this pervasive theory.  Listen and discover:  The history of dominance/alpha dog theory; it's inception, rise to popularity, debunking, and resurgence3 major reasons why we know this theory isn't soundMy thoughts about why this theory quickly became pervasive and why people find it hard to let go ofWhy I advocate for leadership over dominance when it comes to our relationships with dogsFollow The SubWOOFer on Instagram. Get our merch here!

    41 min

  2. 10/23/2024

    Melissa Bishop: Bonding with Your Dog through Sports

    This week, I sat down with Melissa Bishop to discuss bonding with your dog through sports. Melissa has been our agility instructor for a few months now, and she has been an amazing influence on us. She teaches with such natural ability and ease, and has been competing in this sport for decades - but beyond that, she focuses on making the experience on both ends of the leash fun and enjoyable during each and every class. Listen and discover: The right and wrong reasons to participate in sports with your dogWhy dog agility is considered a TEAM sportWhat to prioritize in your relationship with your sport dogHow to make sure both ends of the leash are having the best possible time during agilityFollow The SubWOOFer on Instagram. Get our merch here!

    55 min

  3. 10/16/2024

    Denise Fenzi: Genetics vs. Environment in Dog Behavior

    Y'all aren't ready for this week's guest. It's the one and only Denise Fenzi! There are so many topics that I want to pick Denise's brain about, it was hard to pick just one. I was inspired by a recent live video she did about genetics vs. environment and how each influences dog behavior, so we sat down to talk more about her perspective and experience on this subject.  Listen and discover:  Why Denise puts her money on genetics over environmentHow a dog's genetic package influences their ability to cope with environmental challengesHow to recognize and honor a dog's selfKnowing the limits of changes that can be accomplished through trainingFollow The SubWOOFer on Instagram. Get our merch here!

    1h 2m

  4. 10/09/2024

    Amy Creaven: A Perspective Shift on Muzzles

    Hannah and this week's guest, Amy Creaven, dive into a topic that often comes with a heavy stigma: muzzles.  If you’ve ever looked at a dog wearing a muzzle and felt sorry for them, or automatically assumed that the dog was muzzled because they are a bite risk, you’re certainly not alone. I’ve thought those things before. I think most people have. But like most things in life, there is more to a muzzled dog than meets the eye, and it is worth shifting your perspective on muzzles before jumping to conclusions.  Listen and discover: Reasons behind the muzzle stigmaThe variety of reasons (right and wrong) someone may choose to muzzle their dogDifferent types of muzzlesKey strategies for using muzzles to expand your dog's world rather than restrict itFollow The SubWOOFer on Instagram. Get our merch here!

    1 hr

  5. 10/02/2024

    Kelsey Conley: Dog Grooming Insights from a Certified Master

    If you’re new to dog grooming, this episode is for you! Hannah has been lucky enough to find not just a good dog groomer, but a national certified MASTER groomer who Otto sees every couple months for his haircut - Kelsey Conley. In this episode, Kelsey provides her expert insights on: What it takes to become a high-quality dog groomerHow she makes dogs feel at ease throughout the grooming experienceWhen and how to introduce your dog to groomingBest practices for maintaining grooming at home Follow The SubWOOFer on Instagram. Get our merch here!

    54 min

  6. 09/25/2024

    Sailor Jerri: Understanding the Divide in the Force-Free Dog Training Community

    If you’re not a dog trainer, you might not be aware of the current divide in the force-free community. But it’s a really important thing for people other than trainers to understand, and I can’t imagine anyone better to discuss this subject with than Sailor Jerri the Dog Trainer. Listen in as we discuss: Current points of contention in the force-free communityThe scientific definitions of reinforcement and punishmentHow groups are affected by conditional inclusivity and conformityJerri’s approach to intervening in human-animal interactionsFollow The SubWOOFer on Instagram. Get our merch here!

    1h 18m

  7. 09/18/2024

    Nick Sanville: Foundations For Successful Training and Bonding With Your Dog

    This week, Hannah switches things up and interviews Nick Sanville, Office Manager at Summit Dog Training. Nick is not a dog trainer, but he holds one of the most important jobs on his team. He's the first touchpoint for all of Summit's clients and is adept at answering their questions, listening to their needs, and using what he learns to start them off on the right foot with training their dogs. Day in and day out, he acts as the bridge between the trainers and the clients. Discover:  How to start off on the right foot in training your dogCompatibility in dog-human relationshipsAdvocating for your dog and getting comfortable with awkward interactionsWhat to evaluate before moving forward with a dog trainerFollow The SubWOOFer on Instagram. Get our merch here!

    1h 7m

  8. 09/11/2024

    Shay and Mer: What Puppies Really Need From Us (Part Two)

    Shay Cline and Meredith Decker are back for Puppies: Part Two! Discover: Why it’s normal for puppies’ preferences to change as they growWhat your training priorities should be to set your puppy up for adult dog successShay and Mer’s favorite pieces of advice for anyone raising a puppyFollow The SubWOOFer on Instagram. Get our merch here!

    37 min
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There's a LOT about dogs most humans don't know...and more about them that is yet to be uncovered. On The SubWOOFer, join a dog-mom-turned-dog-nerd as she goes beneath the bark to decode our dogs and unleash our humanity.

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    Hannah Barnes
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