Nutrition Basics, Raw vs Dry (1st of The Nurition Series)

For the dog owner, there is nothing more frustrating and perplexing than the canine diet. There are countless choices of brands on the market and conflicting advice to what is good and bad. Choosing the right food for your dog can be daunting. There are so many factors to be considered before selecting a diet that will help your pup reach his or her full potential in life. Breed, size, age, health, activity levels, etc… Proper nutrition is not only for the healthy longevity of your dog. It can give your dog a happy and full life both mentally and physically.

Here are some informative links;
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/feed-my-dog-raw-food-or-dog-kibble/
https://vet.tufts.edu/wp-content/uploads/raw_meat_diets_memo.pdf
https://m.petmd.com/dog/nutrition/evr_dg_contrasting_grain_based_and_meat_based_diets
https://m.petmd.com/dog/nutrition/evr_dg_grain-based_dog_food
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/how-to-feed-the-senior-dog/

Hunting, Conservation and Family Values

I, among many other like-minded people, on occasion experience a terrible out lash of hate from specific groups and individuals just because I believe in hunting as a sustainable part of my life and vital to my family’s values. This episode is not meant to convert the vegetarian to carnivore, but to serve the purpose of developing clarity for those who open their minds to another perspective of life.
In this episode, to help give insight to how and why hunting family values are supportive and beneficial is creator and host of The Bird Dog Babe Podcast, Courtney Bastian.
Below is a link to The Bird Dog Babe Podcast’s Website;
http://thebirddogbabe.com/

Motivation, How We Can Find Our Full Potential

During my life long journey as a liaison between human and canine, I have learned that connecting two alike souls, whom perhaps walk a different path in life, involves patience, understanding, mindfulness, and most of all self-awareness. People from all walks of life, from every corner of the world have reached out to me to help them gain a deep understanding of their dogs to remedy issues regarding behavior. Upon embarking on our journey we discover that these so called issues are just outcry’s of desperation, frustration and misunderstanding of needs. Together, both hand-in-hand we uncover both man and canine’s inner potential of boundless possibilities. Only in harmony will we find lasting solutions and peace of mind.

For more information about Michael;
www.michaelarterberry.com
www.shakethedirtexperience.com
www.youthvoicescenter.org

Michael can also be found on social media;
www.facebook.com/michael.arterberry
www.linkedin.com/michaelarterberry

Addressing The Hunting Mentality, May 2020 Q&A

I have recently received an influx of emails and Facebook messages regarding behavior issues. More so than normal. I have reviewed all of the messages and found that there was a commonality among them. So, for this episode, I would love to address these questions as a whole. Most of these questions are coming from active hunters, hunting breeds, and working breeds and working breed mixes.

The True Leaders

Throughout my years as an Animal Behavior Specialists, when addressing aggressive behaviors, one particular situation that stands out among them all is the internal struggle for hierarchy within the pack. Male to male fighting, female to male fighting, and in my experience, the worst of them all is the female to female battle of dominance. For this episode, Let’s focus on the female to female structural dynamics.

COVID 19, Quarantine Cabin Fever, Part 2

A spark of hope fills the air with the updates on the coronavirus treatments moving forward. Yet, still, we are confined to our homes and doing the best we can to help prevent the spread of this nasty pandemic. There has been an overwhelming amount of people that have reached out to me in the past few weeks with questions and situations that are cropping up as time goes by in quarantine isolation.

Puppy Development

Raising a puppy can be the greatest experience of your life but this does not typically come easily.

Developing together is no short of astounding. Build the blocks of life, side-by-side, as each experience presents itself to this beautiful new soul. The first raindrop to kiss his or her nose, the smell of a tasty new treat, the sound of the raging wind of a spring storm, and the frightening unpredictable movement of a paper bag as you unload your groceries after an afternoon of food shopping.

All of these experiences of life are new and exciting and terrifying all at the same time, not only for your puppy but you as well as you.

Overcoming Fear

Fear has many faces and more often than not, wildly misunderstood. Not all fear is negative. In fact most dogs exhibit fear based off of a natural instinct called survival. Unfortunately, these behaviors are commonly misdiagnosed as abuse and treated as such with anthropomorphic treatment such as coddling, which enables the dog’s negative behavior through justification, creates an insecurity in the structure and inflames their anxiety.

Dog Parks, Perilous or Precious

Dog parks have become more and more on the minds of dog owners. The conflicting opinions leave dog owners wondering if these are the right choices for their furry family members. Are they truly beneficial to your dog or is this just another anthropomorphic human projection of how we think they feel.

COVID 19, Quarantine Cabin Fever

With the COVID 19 virus spreading rapidly throughout the world. We find ourselves confined to our homes in quarantine and unsure of what to do or what to expect. Sure, walking your dog and playing with the ball in the confines of your backyard is a great way to burn off some energy and pass some time, but does that truly address behavior issues? What are some of the issues that may result from this sudden change in routine? Now we have all the time in the world, so let’s make the best of this.

GPS Devices with Special Guest Steve Snell

Our modern times have brought us new and efficient ways to work our dogs in the field. One worthwhile mention are GPS collar devices. Join us on this episode with Owner of gundogsupply.com Steve Snell as we discuss the game-changing GPS devices and what options they bring to the training table.

The Breed Standard

What is a breed standard? This question may spark debate among breeders and kennel clubs around the world. Are these standards necessary to the preservation of the breed or is this just elaborate pageant show set up to increase the monetary value of your dog. This episode we discuss this topic with world-renown professional breeder and owner of Loretta Labradors, Juan Carbonell.

Workin' Bird Dogs with Guest Nick Adair of Gun Dog it Yourself Podcast

Training your hunting dog is not as difficult as many may think. You don’t even have to hunt to enact the drive of your dog. However, your dog’s genetics crave the time in the field. Join us on this episode with guest and host of Gun Dog It Yourself Podcast, Nick Adair, as we discuss the bird dog for the everyday recreational hunter.

Have a listen to, Gun Dog It Yourself Podcast, available on all your favorite podcast hosting apps.

www.gundogityourself.com

CBD, Changing The Future Outcome

For some reason, whether its regulatory issues or big pharma conspiracies. CBD has been kept in the shadows away from the public for as long as we know. Today CBD is federally legal in the united states and now widely used. However, there are no regulatory guidelines in place to ensure quality or content. One company saw this tragedy and decide to invest massive time and resources to not only ensure that people are getting a safe, quality product but enabling people and canines alike to treat major aliments and lead full, happy and pain free lives.

To purchase this product and help support Animal Behavior Research and The Pack Animal Podcast please visit my CTFO Link:

https://dkurlander.myctfo.com/

Link to articles mentioned in the podcast:

~ Texas Medical Center (TMC.edu) https://www.tmc.edu/news/2018/06/treating-epilepsy-with-cbd-oil/

~ NBC news, Cannabis researcher pioneer hope latest discovery is not overlooked, again..

https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/innovation/cannabis-research-pioneer-hopes-latest-discovery-not-overlooked-again-n1059116

The Brew Dog

Join us on this episode of The Pack Animal Podcast as we interview Aaron Browne, Owner and Master Brewer of Cousins Ale Works in Wappingers Falls, New York as we discuss Beer and Brew Dogs.

https://www.facebook.com/cousinsaleworks/

https://www.cousinsales.com/

The Lost Dog with Buddha Dog Rescue and Recovery

What would you do if your dog escaped the confines of your property or slipped the leash on a recreational hike through the forest? Join us as we discuss the dos and don'ts of high flight risk dogs with special guest Nicole Asher, Founder of Buddha Dog Rescue and Recovery.

https://www.buddhadogrescueandrecovery.com/

Special Guest, Country Music Singer/ Songwriter Bucky Covington

Special Guest, Country Music’s Singer/Songwriter, former American Idol contestant, and fellow Dog lover, Bucky Covington… shares his story about his best friend and travel companion Slim. After American Idol, Bucky has since produced a #1 Billboard charting debut album and 3 consecutive #1 Singles. As always, Thank you for listening to The Pack Animal Podcast.

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The Origin of Bonds

Scholars have long believed in the origin of the canine/ human relationship to be that of human mastery and canine servitude. Theories/ stories abound that wolves scavenged the campfires of prehistoric man. Eating discarded food items from the outskirts of our caves or as some believe that man had captured young wolf pups and raised them to manipulate their very nature into serving our specific needs.

This episode we have naturalist and author Bernie Taylor to discuss a different view of domestic canine origins and to help us find more clarity in how our relationships developed over the last 40,000 years. Bernie is the author of Biological Time and Before Orion: Finding the Face of the Hero.

For more information about Bernie Taylor and to acquire his books. Please visit;

www.beforeorion.com

Natural Remedies

Big Pharma has done a great job diverting attention away from the natural world of remedies through their million dollar advertising campaigns, forcing their toxic chemicals down each and every concerned or ailing viewer. With each drug comes massive side effects. One more dangerous than the other.

Today we have on the show with us, Laura Schnecke, licensed veterinary technician and distributor of Young Living Essential Oils.

Here are some links below for more information,

myyl.com/animals

essentialoilsbylaura@gmail.com

Special Guest Author Marla Stahl

We all know the placement and care for the homeless dog population in America has been an ongoing struggle. Rescues from California to New York dedicate their time and efforts to help educate and control this ongoing issue. Today on the show we have a special guest joining us, Author and animal lover Marla Stahl. Who believes in the education and hope of our youth to carry on this compassion for animals and to continue the mission of rescue.

Marla launched Woofboooks with her first Childrens book called “Can Sugar come out to play” and has since then published four more books “The Adventures Of Grandma Charlotte”, “Mason The Ambassadog”, “Lucy The Amazing Wonder Dog”, and “Sugar Goes To The Dentist”.

Here’s a Link to Marla’s website for more information about her books

www.woofbooks.com

Below are links for more information to the rescues mentioned in this episode,

Second Chance Animal Rescue of Puerto Rico ( https://www.scarpr.org/ )

Mission Driven ( https://missiondrivengoods.com/ )

Wings of Rescue ( https://wingsofrescue.org/ )

Puppy Rescue Mission  ( www.puppyrescuemission.com/ )