Enlightened By Dogs: Living with Cooperation, Not Obedience

Does your distracted or reactive dog make you absolutely crazy sometimes? Distracted and Reactive dogs often behave in a way that makes us nervous or afraid ... and unable to go places where there are other dogs ... or unable to trust our dogs off leash. Do you find yourself getting frustrated with the way they behave? Well, you're not alone, and that doesn't have to be your reality! Distracted be...

There's a common mistake that we make with our dogs and it involves attention seeking behaviours and separation anxiety! Tag along on this episode and listen in to a question and answer session Kathy hosted with her Brilliant Partners Academy members! Kathy covers obsessive and compulsive attention seeking behaviours, and what to do when you have a hard time leaving your dog when you go away!   In...

Dreaming big, being consistent and taking action toward your goals are just some of the things that successful people do, but it's not the complete picture! Kathy is sharing her EXACT formula that she and her dog used to be standing at the post as a National Sheep Dog finalist, 1 of the top dog teams in North America. There are 5 steps to take on the path to greatness and joy and although it's not...

It's the time of year when Kathy reflects on the days that have passed, and looks to the future to make it even brighter and more enjoyable. She's got something big in the works for a small group of people in 2019, and is giving us a sneak peek at what it's going to be! Kathy also gives us the framework to having a great life in this episode. No big deal! She just lays it all out in front of us an...

Mental Clutter, limiting beliefs and the power of the conscious mind are today's big topics on Enlightened By Dogs! Kathy knows exactly what happens when you allow mental clutter to build up, and she wants to help you clear it out! In this episode, Kathy shares her wisdom and insight surrounding thoughts that can hold you back, make you unhappy or even damage great relationships, and how you can c...

There is a way to accelerate your dog training goals, and it's easier than you may think! Being grateful for what we already have and where we are right now in the journey can make the process of moving forward a lot more enjoyable (and faster!) but there are also a few little things that I'm excited to share with you about how to accelerate your progress when it comes to reaching those ambitious...

If we're not willing to laugh at ourselves sometimes, things won't be that great! In this episode I confess that I taught my dog to pee in the house! It wasn't done purposefully, and it took an alarming amount of attempts from Sue to show me the error of my ways! What I thought was a loving glance from my beautiful dog, and a connection we shred staring into each other's eyes was actually her tell...

If you have a dog, there's a chance you enjoy both the companionship, and the challenges. But what happens when you encounter obstacles that threaten happiness for the both of you? In this episode Kathy is sharing her tips and insights on how to create a deeply happy and thriving partnership with your dogs   In This Episode Collaborating with your dog to solve problems Paying attention to your int...

More and more listeners are tuning in to the show! As a thank you, Kathy is sharing her gratitude practice with you. It's been proven that gratitude is shown to have a positive impact psychologically, socially and physiologically, and so there are perks to putting a gratitude practice into action. Especially when it can create a great relationship between you and your dog! Kathy takes you through...

It's important to reconnect and stay in touch with what really matters most. In this episode, I read a love letter from my heart to my dogs. I also invite you to share what you would say in a letter to your dog!   In This Episode Spreading the message that our dogs are amazing A letter to my dogs, from my heart to your ears Aspiring to be the kind of person your dog needs most What would you write...

We're talking about the single most powerful and effective dog training tool available. Do you know what it is? Communication. Our communication, both verbal and non-verbal, has so much power to create amazing and functional relationships. But without using the right language for you and your dog: accomplishing anything is impossible! This episode goes into the brilliance and power of using commun...

Why does your dog jump up on guests? Why do they chase sheep (or cars) without any regard to the rules? Why do they refuse to lie down when you want them to? It could be that they have their own secret agenda! More likely is that they need help from you and can't seem to get it! Listen in and find out why your dog is misbehaving, and how you can finally solve your frustrations!   In This Episode T...

There are 6 words that change the lives of professional athletes, children, lovers, friends and yes: even our beloved dogs! In this episode we talk about what those words are, and why they have such a profound impact on both the person saying them, and the one hearing them!   In This Episode Dogs under pressure 6 words that change everything How do they apply to the world of dogs?   "Well intentio...

It all starts with the best of intentions. We all want what's best for our dog, but it's inevitable that your dog will be afraid of something. Once you find what it is, how do you go about handling it? This episode is all about using the Law of Attraction, and a few key concepts to navigate fear without damaging the trust you and your dog share!   In This Episode Universal Law Attracting scary mon...

Have you ever had one of those life experiences with your dog that will help you be a better person, but makes you frustrated in the moment? Such is life with dogs! Partnership is about ever-increasing levels of good communication. Getting deeper into understanding and what I call the 'dialog loop' is what this episode is about. It's filled with tips and examples on how to accomplish this feat!  ...

Would you step over a $10 bill to pick up a penny? It's unlikely, but what if that penny were the beginning of a trail to unimaginable riches. That's the premise of today's episode of Enlightened By Dogs. Kathy takes us through some of the stories of her Brilliant Partners, and the deeply rooted successes they are having with their dogs!   In This Episode The Penny Trail Sally's tale and tears of...

Do you ever feel like you need superpowers to manage everything in your life? This episode goes deep into how to be our dog's superhero! We fulfill the role as a  parent , a  teacher , a  coach , a dog  partner  in activities that we do together, like dog sports, therapy, and work. We are our dog's  friend  and companion, and we are our dogs'  student . That is a lot of hats to wear!   There is a...

Trust and trustworthiness is on Kathy's mind today, and Deb Bauer is here to talk about it. Deb is an amazing woman who is contributing to the world of dogs on so many levels. She's an expert on dog behaviour, as well as holistic healings. She runs a Program called Both Ends of The Leash, where shelter dogs get a second chance in a very unique way. She shares her story of giving up control, and gi...

Today Kathy talks about getting distracted. Your dog gets distracted, you get distracted: this episode covers why it happens and what we can do about it. Over the past 30 years, lots of dogs have visited here at my farm for life skills training, behavior transformation, herding training and more. There is LOTS of distraction. Oh, the smells and sights on a farm! If the critters themselves weren't...

Sue is a dog behaviorist with a story to tell! When she first took Charlie home, he was shy and playful. Out of nowhere he became fearful of almost everything. Conversely, he also chased animals of all sizes!! He was like Jekyll and Hyde! He was the star of his training classes, but in the outside world? He was a completely different story.   In This Episode Charlie's unexpected fearful side Tryin...

Do you need your dog to down/stay on a mat? Or are you willing to exchange that for something much more amazing? Today's episode goes deep into what we truly desire from our dog's behavior, and why we might be taking a more difficult approach than necessary.   Listen in as Kathy takes is through the process to trading away the things we truly want, for the things we want right now.   In This Episo...

A reactive dog can be a heartbreaking situation for someone who has big goals. Especially when that dog is supposed to be an agility superstar and ends up biting someone out of fear. What do you do when something serious happens? How do you turn that around? Cindy joins Kathy on this episode of Enlightened By Dogs to share Lyric's story of trust, and triumph!   In This Episode A dream that turned...

Do I engage with my dog all day long while they're awake? What triggers the behaviours you don't want your dog to have? Kathy answers these questions and more in a Q&A she hosted online! She also gives you the opportunity to jump in on a very special offer she has going on right now!   In This Episode Live Q&A The clarity chart Cleaning up our life with our dogs   "Having a high level of trust and...

Grief, growth, love and life are on tap today as the author of Soul Love, Teresa Bitner is joining Kathy on today's episode of Enlightened By Dogs! The book is about how a dog taught Teresa and her sons how to live, love and breathe again after their family is struck by tragedy.   In This Episode: Teresa starts the life of her dreams and having it change in a flash, and writing about it Finding Ha...

The Main Thing in this episode is why do you have a dog? Is it to have that perfect pet? Or is it to have a best friend and companion to experience life with? Sometimes we go down the rabbit hole of thinking that our dogs need to be compliant when in actuality, there are far more important things to garner from a relationship with our dogs!   In This Episode Losing sight of the main thing and how...