Rosina's Legacy and the Power of Connection with Pipsa Toikka [Episode 67] (00:44:27)
In this warm, reflective, and deeply human episode of the Animal Training Academy: Making Ripples podcast, we are joined by Finnish dog enthusiast and Pawsitive Wellness Coach-to-be Pipsa Toikka, whos...
Practicing Gratitude Inside and Outside ATA with Ryan Cartlidge, Shelly Wood & Belinda Young [Episode 66] (00:56:32)
In this reflective and values-driven episode of the Making Ripples podcast, host Shelly Wood is joined by Animal Training Academy founder Ryan Cartlidge and companion animal trainer Belinda Young for ...
Caroline Ritter on Horse Training, Cognitive Science, and Somatic Learning [Episode 65] (01:07:27)
In this fascinating and thoughtful episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we welcome Caroline Ritter—a positive reinforcement horse trainer, a certified Feldenkrais teacher, and a true behavior nerd w...
Caitlin Cohn on Cooperative Care, Consent, and Cats [Episode 64] (00:56:47)
In this heartfelt episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we welcome the thoughtful and dedicated Caitlin Cohn - professional dog trainer, cooperative care advocate, and proud human to Elvis the Maine ...
Jillian Howlett – Learning From Dogs, Growing With People [Episode 63] (01:01:10)
In this heartfelt episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we're joined by Jillian Howlett – Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner and founder of Walk and Train ACT. From her early days growing...
Wendy Katz – Lessons From Dogs, Science, and Life [Episode 62] (00:45:27)
In this inspiring episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we're joined by the thoughtful and compassionate Wendy Katz - Ph.D. biologist, Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner, CPDT-KA, Fear Fr...
Choice, Control & Conservation with Olly Jacobs & Calum Torcasio [Episode 61] (01:10:03)
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Olly Jacobs (he/him) and Calum Torcasio (they/them) from Moonlit Sanctuary - two zookeepers whose passion for animal welfare and behavior science shines thr...
Ryan Cartlidge — Celebrating a Decade of Animal Training Academy [Episode 60] (01:05:46)
In this special 60th episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we're celebrating a major milestone - 10 years of Animal Training Academy! And who better to join us for the celebration than the founder hi...
Zuzia Kubica: Building Trust with Dogs and the People Who Love Them [Episode 59] (01:01:54)
In this heartfelt and compelling episode, we meet Zuzia Kubica - Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, founder of CoeurCanin, and passionate advocate for animals who walk the wilder edges of society. Fro...
From Overwhelm to Understanding: Martina Luisetti's Training Journey [Episode 58] (01:04:32)
In this episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we're joined by Martina Luisetti, Certified Dog Trainer and founder of ULI Dog Training in the UK. Martina brings a refreshing and compassionate perspect...
April Williams: A Kind Approach to Dog Grooming and Training [Episode 57] (01:00:44)
In this episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we're joined by April Williams, the passionate owner and operator of All About The Hound dog services in Masterton, New Zealand. With 13 years of experie...
Raoudha Mairos: The Journey from Fearful to Fearless Dog Trainer [Episode 56] (01:13:03)
In this episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we're delighted to welcome Raoudha Mairos, a passionate dog trainer and behavior consultant, as she shares her inspiring journey from fearing dogs to ded...
Samantha Rubio: Challenging Old Beliefs in Horse Training [Episode 55] (01:01:16)
In this episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we're thrilled to welcome Samantha Rubio, a dedicated horse trainer specialising in positive reinforcement and equine rehabilitation. Based in Montgomery...
Eileen Anderson: Writing, Mentorship, and Dog Behavior Science [Episode 54] (00:58:27)
In this episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Eileen Anderson—writer, researcher, and advocate for humane dog training. Eileen is the author of Remember Me?, a Maxwell Awar...
Dr. Daniela Zurr: Integrating TTouch and Behavioral Medicine Across Species [Episode 53] (00:50:23)
In this episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. Daniela Zurr, a distinguished behavioral veterinarian from Nuremberg, Germany. With over 25 years of experience as a veter...
Kristi Martin: A Passion for Behavior, From Zoos to Veterinary Practice [Episode 52] (00:58:04)
In this episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we are joined by the wonderful Kristi Martin, a behavior specialist with a diverse background in both the zoo and veterinary fields. Kristi shares her jo...
Juliette Nash; Cats to whales & back again, a Behavior Nerds journey [Episode 51] (00:51:55)
In this engaging episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we welcome Juliette Nash, Community Animal Training Manager at San Diego Humane Society. From her early childhood dream of working with animals ...
Empathy, Growth, and Behavior Science with Teisha Rolph [Episode 50] (00:42:53)
In this fun episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we welcome Teisha Rolph from Behaviour Antics, a passionate dog trainer and behaviour nerd. Teisha shares her unique journey into animal training, fr...
Positive Reinforcement and the Power of Patience with Pernilla Elving [Episode 49] (01:01:07)
In this engaging episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we sit down with Pernilla Elving, a remarkable individual whose life has been deeply intertwined with animals. From her childhood on a small far...
Carmaleta Aufderheide on Conflict Resolution & Dog Training [Episode 48] (01:04:19)
In this inspiring episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we welcome Carmaleta Aufderheide, an accomplished positive reinforcement trainer and conflict resolution expert. With a Master's degree in Conf...
Robin Horemans: The Journey of a Parrot Behavior Consultant [Episode 47] (01:09:03)
In this episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we are delighted to welcome Robin Horemans, the owner of Parrot SOS, to share her expertise and passion for avian behavior and training. Robin has dedica...
Expert Tips for Border Collie Owners from Sarah Hedderly [Episode 46] (00:54:20)
In this episode of the Making Ripples podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Sarah Hedderly, a distinguished dog trainer specializing in Border Collies. With a wealth of experience working exclusively wi...
Emma Cook: Nurturing Confidence in Canine Care [Episode 45] (01:04:56)
Welcome to another episode of the Making Ripples podcast, where we explore the journeys and insights of the amazing trainers that make up the Animal Training Academy Membership. In this episode, we ar...
Cows, Canines, and Compassion with Dr. Rabea Christmann [Episode 44] (00:50:03)
In this insightful episode of Making Ripples, host Shelly Wood welcomes Dr. Rabea Christmann, a distinguished biologist and passionate advocate for animal welfare from Germany. With a rich background ...
From Porcupines to Pooches: Zara Jackson's Training Tales [Episode 43] (00:56:22)
In this episode, we delve into the multifaceted world of animal behavior with Zara Jackson, a distinguished expert in the field. Zara takes us through her inspiring journey, from her early days workin...