Enlightened Pet Behavior Podcast

Susan Light
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Susan Light, a Los Angeles-based Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Behavior Consultant, launched this podcast as Doggy Dojo in 2021 (name changed in 2025). The show brings together a diverse range of experts, including: Veterinarians Veterinary Behaviorists Dog Trainers Pet Industry Professionals The discussions aim to provide pet parents around the world with the latest best practices in dog and cat welfare, ensuring they have access to valuable insights and effective techniques to enhance their relationship with their furry family members.

  1. 21H AGO

    Preventative Care with Dr Sylvalyn Hammond

    "I’m Dr. Sylvalyn Hammond, a veterinarian, mom of two human boys and one very handsome rescue pup, and wife to an Irish immigrant (mail-ordered, obviously 😉). I grew up on a dusty cattle ranch in southern Arizona, studied at the University of Arizona (#beardown), then went on to veterinary school at Texas A&M (#gigem). These days, I practice medicine in beautiful Charleston, SC. I’ll see any animal in need, and I believe vet care should be accessible to all. My biggest passion is educating pet parents so you can feel confident giving your pets their best lives. 🐾💙" Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute advice or professional services by either the host or any of the guests.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehonestvet/ Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC): https://capcvet.org/ American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) Guidelines: https://www.aaha.org/for-veterinary-professionals/aaha-guidelines/ Thank you for listening to the Enlightened Pet Behavior Podcast. I hope that you and your beloved pets have found valuable insights for a more harmonious life together. Please remember that this podcast provides educational information only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary or behavioral advice. If you need personalized support, please don't hesitate to contact me to explore how we can work together to achieve your pet behavior goals. You can reach me at www.enlightenedpetbehavior.com or via email at susan@enlightenedpetbehavior.com.  Special thanks to Mac Light for composing the podcast's music; you can find him at www.maclightsongwriter.com If you find the show helpful and enjoyable, please consider showing your support! Subscribing, following, rating, reviewing, and sharing with friends takes just a moment but significantly boosts the show's visibility, helping more pet parents discover it. Thank you for your support!

    43 min

  2. OCT 28

    Canine Dentistry with Dr Brook Niemiec, an Encore

    Thank you for listening to the Enlightened Pet Behavior Podcast. I hope that you and your beloved pets have found valuable insights for a more harmonious life together. Please remember that this podcast provides educational information only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary or behavioral advice. If you need personalized support, please don't hesitate to contact me to explore how we can work together to achieve your pet behavior goals. You can reach me at www.enlightenedpetbehavior.com or via email at susan@enlightenedpetbehavior.com. Special thanks to Mac Light for composing the podcast's music; you can find him at www.maclightsongwriter.com. All of these are in the show notes for you. Treasure your fur babies and I’ll see you next time! Dr. Niemiec is a Board Certified specialist in Veterinary Dentistry by the American Veterinary Dental College as well as the European Veterinary Dental College.  He is also a Fellow in the Academy of Veterinary Dentistry.  He is Chief of Staff of Veterinary Dental Specialties & Oral Surgery with 15 offices throughout the United States.  He is a regular speaker on the local, national, and international levels, and was elected as the Clinical Instructor of the Year for the 2016 Western Veterinary Conference.  He has authored many articles, chapters, and books and founded the premier veterinary dental telemedicine website www.vetdentalrad.com. Finally, he coordinates the San Diego Vet Dental Training Center with 3-4 meetings a year covering basic and intermediate veterinary dentistry. Dr Niemiec’s Practice, Dog Beach Vet:  www.dogbeachvet.com  Pet Dental Education Videos Educational PDF for Small Dogs www.drbrookniemiec.com  Facebook: Vetdentalspecialties  IG: @drbrookniemiec  Recommended products: Veterinary Oral Health Council List of Accepted Products CEVA Breakables  His book: Small Animal Dental, Oral and Maxillofacial Disease: A Colour Handbook by Dr Niemiec on Amazon Hill’s Diet: T/D on Chewy *Please note this is a Prescription diet and will require a prescription from your vet to purchase.  Oravet Dental Chews on Chewy Greenies Dental Treats on Chewy Plaque Off on Chewy World Small Animal Veterinary Association Dental Guidelines Information about Anesthesia Free Pet Dental Cleanings https://afd.avdc.org/ https://dogbeachvet.com/pet-owners/pet-dental-education/anesthesia-free

    43 min

  3. OCT 14

    Senior Pets with Dr Angela Youello

    Thank you for listening to the Enlightened Pet Behavior Podcast. I hope that you and your beloved pets have found valuable insights for a more harmonious life together. Please remember that this podcast provides educational information only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary or behavioral advice. If you need personalized support, please don't hesitate to contact me to explore how we can work together to achieve your pet behavior goals. You can reach me at www.enlightenedpetbehavior.com or via email at susan@enlightenedpetbehavior.com.  Special thanks to Mac Light for composing the podcast's music; you can find him at www.maclightsongwriter.com If you find the show helpful and enjoyable, please consider showing your support! Subscribing, following, rating, reviewing, and sharing with friends takes just a moment but significantly boosts the show's visibility, helping more pet parents discover it. Thank you for your support! Veterinarian and senior dog expert Dr. Angela Youello has made it her mission to help senior dogs stay happy, mobile, and pain-free — while giving their families peace of mind. She’s the creator of Golden Years, Glowing Health, a supportive, vet-led program for navigating your dog’s senior years with the confidence you’re giving them everything they need to thrive. Ready to learn everything you need to keep your best friend healthy and happy during their golden years? Join the waitlist for my 6 week, live, small group program: https://seniordogsgoldenyears.myflodesk.com/gygh-waitlist Want to start helping your senior dog today? Learn the subtle signs of pain that most pet parents miss! https://seniordogsgoldenyears.myflodesk.com/hidden-signs-tw-podcast Follow Dr. Angela on Instagram & Threads: https://www.instagram.com/senior.dogs.golden.years/

    33 min

  4. SEP 30

    Reactivity with Julianna DeWillems, an Encore

    Thank you for listening to the Enlightened Pet Behavior Podcast. I hope that you and your beloved pets have found valuable insights for a more harmonious life together. Please remember that this podcast provides educational information only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary or behavioral advice. If you need personalized support, please don't hesitate to contact me to explore how we can work together to achieve your pet behavior goals. You can reach me at www.enlightenedpetbehavior.com or via email at susan@enlightenedpetbehavior.com. Special thanks to Mac Light for composing the podcast's music; you can find him at www.maclightsongwriter.com. All of these are in the show notes for you. Treasure your fur babies and I’ll see you next time! Juliana DeWillems is a Certified Dog Trainer and Dog Behavior Consultant, and the owner of JW Dog Training in the Washington, D.C. area. She also serves as a Karen Pryor Academy faculty member, teaching trainers about the principles of behavior science and clicker training. When she is not training private clients or teaching her KPA students, Juliana works with brands and media outlets to educate the public about dog training and behavior. In the spirit of educating dog guardians, Juliana is the author of the book Manage It! Hacks for Improving Your Dog's Behavior. www.jwdogtraining.com www.instagram.com/jwdogtraining https://www.dogwise.com/manage-it-hacks-for-improving-your-dogs-behavior/

    56 min

  5. SEP 16

    Pet Insurance with Nicole Ellis

    Thank you for listening to the Enlightened Pet Behavior Podcast. I hope that you and your beloved pets have found valuable insights for a more harmonious life together. Please remember that this podcast provides educational information only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary or behavioral advice. If you need personalized support, please don't hesitate to contact me to explore how we can work together to achieve your pet behavior goals. You can reach me at www.enlightenedpetbehavior.com or via email at susan@enlightenedpetbehavior.com.  Special thanks to Mac Light for composing the podcast's music; you can find him at www.maclightsongwriter.com If you find the show helpful and enjoyable, please consider showing your support! Subscribing, following, rating, reviewing, and sharing with friends takes just a moment but significantly boosts the show's visibility, helping more pet parents discover it. Thank you for your support! Nicole Ellis, CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, FFCP-T, is a certified professional dog trainer, pet lifestyle expert, and co-author of Working Like a Dog. With over 15 years of experience training animals from bears to beloved family dogs, Nicole specializes in positive reinforcement and has prepared animals for therapy work, film, service roles, and beyond. Her dogs, Maggie and Rossi, along with her horse Cali, star in commercials, stage shows, and training videos designed to help others build stronger bonds with their pets. Nicole Ellis, CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, is a certified professional dog trainer, pet lifestyle expert, and co-author of Working Like a Dog. She’s trained everything from bears to rescue dogs and shares training videos on social media to help pet parents build better bonds. Her dogs star in films, therapy work, and national ad campaigns. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tailswithnicole/ Blog Post: https://tailswithnicole.com/pet-insurance-comparison/  Blog: https://tailswithnicole.com/blog/  Fear Free Directory: https://www.fearfree.com/

    38 min

  6. AUG 6 · BONUS

    Announcement!!

    Doggy Dojo will soon become the Enlightened Pet Behavior Podcast! I'll be back soon with some new episodes, but also a new name!! Nothing else is changing, except maybe we'll talk about more pets than just dogs (although Dogs will stay the main focus). Make sure to follow so you don't miss the new episodes!

    3 min

  7. JUL 8

    How to Socialize Your Puppy with Dr Lauren Vaughan

    Dr. Lauren Vaughan is a veterinarian at Best Friends Animal Hospital in Valley Village. She’s been an animal lover since she was born, but has been practicing veterinary medicine since graduating from the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine in 2019. Her mission is to help pet parents meet all of their dogs’ and cats’ mental, physical, and emotional needs without sacrificing their own. Recognizing that pet parents feel overwhelmed trying to figure out what information online is trustworthy (and  stressed out trying to remember everything their vet says during a visit), Dr. Vaughan launched comprehensivecompanionship.com as a one stop shop of reliable pet parenting information. And together with her friend and colleague, Dr. Alexis Traylor, later created  the @knows2tail instagram account for ongoing bite-sized bits of info. When she’s not in the clinic, or working on these projects, you can find her at home with her husband and two cats or thrift shopping. Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute advice or professional services by either the host nor any of the guests.  Website: comprehensivecompanionship.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knows2tail/  Puppy Booklet: https://dogbizsuccess.com/operation-socialization-puppy-passports/  Body Language Resource:https://g.co/kgs/AEbp6UZ If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

    43 min

  8. JUN 24

    Training Reliable Behaviors with the 3Ds with Kris Hampton

    Hi, I’m Kris Hampton, and I am the founder of Raintown Dog Training, a Vancouver-based dog training company made up of six dedicated and enthusiastic dog  experts. I’m a multi-certified dog trainer and counsellor, and my proudest educational achievement in the field is graduating with honours from the prestigious Academy for Dog Trainers, led by internationally renowned dog expert Jean Donaldson.  In 2024, I was also honoured to be nominated as one of British Columbia’s top five entrepreneurs! Raintown’s mission is to build community, improve canine welfare, and debunk common dog myths through education and coaching. Our well-known group classes and private training sessions are consistently ranked among the city's best,   so be sure to drop in for a series if you’re in town! Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute advice or professional services by either the host nor any of the guests.  Website: https://www.raintowndogtraining.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raintowndogtraining/ If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

    35 min
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Susan Light, a Los Angeles-based Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Behavior Consultant, launched this podcast as Doggy Dojo in 2021 (name changed in 2025). The show brings together a diverse range of experts, including: Veterinarians Veterinary Behaviorists Dog Trainers Pet Industry Professionals The discussions aim to provide pet parents around the world with the latest best practices in dog and cat welfare, ensuring they have access to valuable insights and effective techniques to enhance their relationship with their furry family members.

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