The Pet Collective Podcast Jukin Media

This week we discuss correcting undesirable behavior, the keys to all behavioral training, the power of having intentional communication with your pet, avoiding punishment based training and instead focusing on positive reinforcement, and the best way to create a loving, trusting relationship with your animal.

Plus Kyle answers a very important question — Do cats and dogs know what human babies are?

And as always we answer questions from The Pet Collective audience!

This week we interview Hollywood dog trainer of over 30 years, Joel Silverman. We discuss his history training pets for TV and film, some behind the scenes stories, why film animals need to be desensitized to populated areas like soundstages, why distance training is important, how to prepare your pet before putting them in front of casting directors, and what you can expect on set if you plan to get your pet into on-screen work.

Plus, we talk about the phenomenon of bulldogs who know how to skateboard.

And as always we answer questions from The Pet Collective audience!

This week we’re chatting about how to understand your pets body language as a form of communication, we cover what barks mean, what the position of your cat’s ears mean, and we demonstrate the importance of understanding your dog’s calming signals.

Also, Alison explains why her dog peaches is a butt sucker, and Kyle shares how he found out his dog Callie has a tucked up vulva.

Plus Kyle answers a very important question — What’s it like having a last name that matches your profession?

And as always we answer questions from The Pet Collective audience!

This week we’re talking about the Do’s and Don’t of Fostering, how to prepare your home for a pet, why adopting a pet during the pandemic may not be the best idea, and why to avoid using punishment based training.

We’re also chatting about shared pet custody, how it affects them emotionally, and Alison and Kyle’s personal shared custody experiences.

Plus Kyle answers a very important question — do dogs speak a language to each other?

And as always we answer questions from The Pet Collective audience!

The week we’re discussing toys and treats, creating novel experiences around the house for your pets, the best way to play with them, stimulating their mind with training, and the magical effects of catnip.

We also chat about how strange it is dating in the pandemic!

Plus Kyle answers a very important question — Why do dogs and cats stare at you while you go to the bathroom?

And as always we answer questions from The Pet Collective audience!

This week we’re chatting about exotic animals, parenting special animals under the right care, and which animals you definitely should not have in your home.

We also discuss neighborhood animals that could be a threat to your pet, including coyotes, hawks, eagles, and insects.

AND, a very bizarre story about a snake appearing in someone’s toilet.

Plus Kyle answers a very important question — Why are all snakes total dicks?

And as always we answer questions from The Pet Collective audience!