TW: Trauma, abuse, SH
In this episode, Nikki and Britteny finish up the effects of trauma to the brain. Knowing which state your dog's brain is in can help you build empathy and true understanding to how you should meet him where he is.
This is a difficult episode. We highly recommend you have coping strategies put in place! Nikki's was a spicy margarita and Britt's was a bourbon drink. Afterwards, they stuffed their face with Crab Legs and Prime Rib while laughing at Nikki's dad's humor.
Next week's episode will conclude our trauma series. We will be giving you directions on how to help your dog with his trauma and building resilience.
If you or anyone you know are in need of a trauma specialist for yourself, please use this link to find a professional near you.
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TW: This episode contains discussion on trauma and abuse.
In this episode, Nikki and Britteny break down the specific parts of the brain that are affected by trauma. Understanding how your dog's brain struggles with basic requests and self-regulation can help build your empathy towards your dog. Trauma is a real challenge and the first step is understanding it.
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If you are struggling with trauma, use this link to find a specialist in your area.
Trigger Warning: This episode discusses trauma and abuse.
In this first episode of our Trauma series, Nikki and Britteny dive into how trauma affects the different parts of the brain.
Understanding how your dog's brain is affected is the first step in helping your dog to cope with their trauma as well as helping them to overcome it.
Psychology today says this about trauma.
Trauma is a person’s emotional response to a distressing experience. Few people can go through life without encountering some kind of trauma. Unlike ordinary hardships, traumatic events tend to be sudden and unpredictable, involve a serious threat to life—like bodily injury or death—and feel beyond a person’s control. Most important, events are traumatic to the degree that they undermine a person's sense of safety in the world and create a sense that catastrophe could strike at any time. Parental loss in childhood, auto accidents, physical violence, sexual assault, military combat experiences, the unexpected loss of a loved one are commonly traumatic events.
If you, or someone you know is suffering from trauma, use this link to find a trauma specialist near you.
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In this episode, Nikki discusses the use of teaching pattern games. Pattern games are great to use in changing environments, for reactivity, and more.
Check out these great videos for teaching pattern games.
1,2,3
Scatter
Up/Down
Two Cookie
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In this episode, Britteny joins Nikki to discuss ways to help cats and dogs live harmoniously within the home.
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In this episode, Nikki talks with country music recording artist, Julie Roberts, about how she manages all the moving parts of her life without losing sight of her dogs’ needs.
Julie made her debut in 2004 with the release of her top 20 single, "Break Down Here." Here latest album, "Ain't in No Hurry" was released in October ‘22 was produced by Shooter Jennings and features songs with Jamey Johnson and Randy Houser, as well as a co-write with legend Waylon Jennings.
Look for Julie's music anywhere you stream music and purchase her music on her website, julieroberts.com.
Listen for a special announcement about a new podcast, hosted by Nikki!
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In this episode, Nikki has a conversation with Dr. Neely North, Nashville Holistic Veterinarian about the advantages of Chinese Medicine. Acupuncture, spinal manipulation, gut health, and Chinese herbs can make a difference in your dog's life even before they need medical care. Pet owners should know the benefits of having a holistic veterinarian as a part of their dog's natural care.
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In this episode, Nikki takes on two listener's questions that lead her into a small rabbit hole. Without Britteny to pull her back she's somewhere underground doing who knows what. While we go and look for her, enjoy this episode about resource guarding and leash manners for a deaf dog. Oh, and our DogSpeak™ Geek Membership launches today!
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In this episode, Gray joins Nikki to talk about how she approaches behavior cases as well as talk about the new training opportunities in 2023.
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In this episode, Nikki and Britteny talk about loyalty. Are dogs loyal for the wrong reason? Do we need to redefine what that looks like? This is a deep conversation about when it's good to be loyal and when we need to question the motivation behind loyalty?
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