In this episode we discuss what to do if your Chihuahua has a bad or scary experience.

How to help them recover and how the power of play impacts recovery.

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Body Language Myths! Do you know what your Chihuahua is REALLY saying? I mean.. really. This episode may surprise you.. Kate and I discuss TWO communication signals that are OFTEN misunderstood and misinterpreted AND how we need to ‘level up’ our understanding of our Chihuahuas body language to keep them feeling SAFE and HAPPY In this episode: Does your Chihuahua REALLY ask for belly rubs? What the heck is a ‘Kiss to dismiss’? and why you should be aware of it especially if you have children. What can cause some Chihuahuas to ‘bite out of the blue’ after you have been petting them.. ? And MUCH more! Prepare to have your mind blown! You’ll never see your Chihuahua or any dogs for that matter with the same eyes again

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Following the XL Bully Ban in the UK, our small dogs have been getting a lot of attention directed at them for being aggressive, so we wanted to set the record straight and help both large and small dog owners deal with interactions between the two.

We also teach you a neat game to play with your dog to help with reactivity and loose lead walking!

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In this episode of The Chihuahua Podcast we sit down and talk dog training on TV with our special guest, Nanci Creedon! Qualifications Primary degree in Zoology from UCC Master’s degree in Animal Behaviour and Welfare from Newcastle University Certification Certified Dog Behaviour Consultant with the International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants since October 2013. Provisional CAB with Association of Professional Behaviour Councillors. (APBC) Currently undergoing assessment to become full CCAB, will be submitting for the Sept 1st 2023 deadline. Research Research paper on Dog Bites published in the Irish Veterinary Journal “Dog bite injuries to humans and the use of breed-specific legislation: a comparison of bites from legislated and non-legislated dog breeds” Continued Education Has attended – PACT – Introduction to Clinical Animal Behaviour - Ongoing Jim Crosby – The Forensics of Aggression Online Course IAABC 2022 IAABC – Stress and the Animal in Front of You - 2021 Dr. Karen Overall (Animal Events UK) 22nd-24th September 2017 Woof 2017 (Domesticated Manners) 10th-12th Feb 2017 Dr Karen Overall (Animal Events UK) May 8th, 9th, 10th 2015 Professor Jaak Panksepp - World Leading Neuroscientist 1 Day Seminar 21st April 2015 APBC Annual Conference 14/09/2014 Rise VanFleet The Human Half of Dog Training 15/09/2014 Canine Aggression & Case Investigation 16th & 17th June 2014 Dog Bite Prevention Conference (Victoria Stilwell Organisation) May 31st June 1st, 2014 APDT Ireland Annual Conference 22/06/2014 Sarah Kalnajs Seminar, 2nd March 2013 Leash reactivity: From Cause to Cure “WOOF”: The European Training & Behaviour Conference22nd, 23rd, 24th February 2013 Collection of seminar DVD’s worth over £1500 acquired over the past 8 years with speakers from Patricia McConnell to Ken Ramerez, to Chirag Patel, to Nicolas Dodman and many others in between. Expert Witness Has provided expert witness in two cases in Irish courts. Professional Experience Creedons Dog Care 2010-2022 Former owner of Creedons Dog Care, Ireland’s oldest doggie daycare centre, opened in 2010, and sold in 2022 to former manager. During my time at Creedons I ran weekly puppy classes, obedience classes, private training sessions and behaviour modification sessions. Creedons College 2015-Present Director at Creedons College, a nationally accredited adult educational institution running online and classroom-based courses. I have designed, developed and delivered multiple classroom, and online based educational courses. I delivered both the Practical Dog Training course and the Professional Dog Training Instructor courses from 2015 to 2020. The programmes are now delivered by Josanne Dodd, a certified behaviour consultant. RTE 2013-2020, 2022- I appear on RTE’s Today Show with Maura and Daithi delivering dog behaviour advice on live TV. Channel 5 2020 Featured on a 4-episode TV series, Cats and Dogs at War with Chirag Patel, where I provided dog expert advice to families where the cat and dog are not getting along. Channel 4 2022 Feature in series 1 of 8-episode series The Dog Academy, for Channel 4, staring alongside Victoria Stilwell. I provided insight into the development of dog’s behaviour challenges to pet owners during clinics.

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In this episode of The Chihuahua Podcast we look at the five freedoms / domains of animal welfare and how they apply to your Chihuahua.

The Five Freedoms is a framework for animal welfare that outlines five essential domains or areas of focus to ensure the well-being of animals. These Five Freedoms were first developed by the UK Farm Animal Welfare Council in the 1960s and have since been widely adopted and adapted for various species and contexts. The Five Freedoms are:

1. Freedom from Hunger and Thirst / Nutrition: Animals must have access to an appropriate and balanced diet, as well as clean water to maintain health and vigor.

2. Freedom from Discomfort / Environment: Animals should be provided with an environment that offers shelter, space, and resting areas to avoid discomfort or suffering due to environmental conditions.

3. Freedom from Pain, Injury, or Disease / Health: Animals should receive proper medical care and attention to prevent, diagnose, and treat illnesses or injuries. This includes appropriate prevention and management strategies.

4. Freedom to Express Normal Behaviour: Animals must be allowed to engage in natural behaviours and movements that are essential to their physical and psychological well-being. This includes providing space, opportunities for exercise, and mental stimulation.

5. Freedom from Fear and Distress / mental state / experiences: Animals should not experience fear or distress that may be caused by inappropriate handling, living conditions, or treatment. Minimizing stress and ensuring humane handling and care are crucial aspects of this freedom.

These Five Freedoms provide a comprehensive framework for assessing and improving animal welfare across a wide range of species and settings, from farm animals and companion animals to animals in research and wildlife conservation. They serve as a guide for ethical and responsible treatment of animals and are widely used as a basis for animal welfare legislation, standards, and guidelines.

Episodes mentioned:

Canine Nutrition with Alyssa Ralph

Aggression in Dogs with Michael Shikashio

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