Best Clickertraining Podcasts (2025)

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Spatial Ecology (and Sharks) with Brett Sweezy 1:09:26

1h ago1:09:26

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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla talks with Brett Sweezy about spatial ecology and sharks. Links Mentioned in the Episode: Science Highlight: Efficiency and Bias in Strip and Line Transect Sampling Where to find Brett: Instagram | Bluesky You can support the K9 Conservationists Podcast by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/k9conservati…

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Keira Moore on Radical Behaviorism and the Science of Training [Episode 252] 59:27

9d ago59:27

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In this first installment of a two-part conversation, we welcome Dr. Keira Moore—behavior analyst, dog trainer, and dedicated advocate for compassionate, ethical training. With over two decades of experience in behavior analysis and a PhD from Western New England University, Keira bridges the worlds of human and animal behavior science, applying he…

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Breaking into the Field of Conservation Detection Dogs 1:11:12

15d ago1:11:12

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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla talks about breaking into the field of conservation detection dogs. Links Mentioned in the Episode: Science Highlight: None You can support the K9 Conservationists Podcast by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/k9conservationists. K9 Conservationists Website | Course Waitlist | Merch | Support Our Work |…

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Peggy Hogan: Teaching Horses with Clarity, Kindness & Clickers [Episode 251] 50:38

23d ago50:38

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In this episode of the Animal Training Academy podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Peggy Hogan, an esteemed positive reinforcement trainer known for her groundbreaking work with horses. Peggy’s journey into animal training began at a young age, fueled by a deep love for horses and a natural curiosity about communication between humans and animals. …

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Raoudha Mairos: The Journey from Fearful to Fearless Dog Trainer [Episode 56] 1:13:03

27d ago1:13:03

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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 dedicating her life to understanding and improving animal welfare. As the founder of Sunny Paws, Raoudha offers one-on-one coaching to help dogs and thei…

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CWD Dogs with Brenna Aizen 1:03:12

1M ago1:03:12

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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Brenna Aizen from the Penn Vet Wildlife Futures Program about dogs sniffing out chronic wasting disease. Links Mentioned in the Episode: Science Highlight: Effect of rapid changes in environmental conditions on canine detection of methyl benzoate Where to find Brenna: Website | LinkedIn You …

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Honoring the No, Shaping the Yes with Dr. Susan Friedman [Episode 250] 1:02:07

1M ago1:02:07

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Podcast Synopsis In this milestone episode of the Animal Training Academy Podcast, host Ryan Cartlidge is joined once again by the incredible Dr. Susan G. Friedman—a leading expert in behavioral science and animal training. A returning guest every 50th episode, Susan brings her extensive knowledge and decades of experience to discuss the evolving r…

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Getting into Grad School with Dr. Charles van Rees 1:27:09

2M ago1:27:09

1:27:09

In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla is back with Dr. Charles van Rees to talk about getting into grad school. Links Mentioned in the Episode: Science Highlight: Trail vs. thicket: Evaluating conservation detection dog performance in varied terrain Where to find Charles: Website | Lab Website | Instagram You can support the K9 Conservation…

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ACE Free Work and the Art of Canine Observation with Sarah Fisher [Episode 249] 59:18

2M ago59:18

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In part two of our engaging conversation with Sarah Fisher, renowned canine and equine behavior advisor and co-founder of Animal Centred Education (ACE), we dive even deeper into the transformative power of ACE Free Work. Sarah shares extraordinary insights from her decades of experience, explaining how detailed observations, movement analysis, and…

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Samantha Rubio: Challenging Old Beliefs in Horse Training [Episode 55] 1:01:16

2M ago1:01:16

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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 County, Maryland, Samantha works at a cutting-edge equine behavior and sports medicine rehabilitation facility while also running her own training bu…

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Cheetah Conservation Fund Dogs with Tim Hofmann 55:23

2M ago55:23

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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Tim Hofmann, the Scat Dog Handler, Research Manager and Research Coordinator at Cheetah Conservation Fund about his PhD research using detection dogs and other methods to study cheetahs in Namibia and beyond. Links Mentioned in the Episode: Science Highlight: None this week! Where to find Ti…

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Sarah Fisher’s Journey into Animal Centred Education [Episode 248] 48:05

2M ago48:05

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In part one of this compelling two-part episode of the Animal Training Academy podcast, we are honored to welcome Sarah Fisher, a renowned canine and equine behavior advisor, educator, and co-founder of Animal Centred Education (ACE). With nearly 30 years of experience working with animals, Sarah has dedicated her career to helping trainers, caregi…

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Hot Takes with Paul Bunker & Meg Barnes 1:00:52

3M ago1:00:52

1:00:52

In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Paul Bunker and Meg Barnes about hot takes in the conservation dog training community. Links Mentioned in the Episode: Science Highlight: None this week! Where to find Paul: Website |Facebook |Instagram Where to find Meg: Website |Facebook |Instagram You can support the K9 Conservationists P…

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Chris Jenkins on Leadership, Learning, and Moving the Needle [Episode 247] 58:47

3M ago58:47

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In this episode of the Animal Training Academy Podcast, Ryan Cartlidge welcomes back Chris Jenkins, Chief Operating Officer of Natural Encounters, Inc. (NEI). Chris has spent decades in the field of animal training and behavior management, working with zoos, theme parks, and professional organizations worldwide. As a leader in animal training educa…

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Eileen Anderson: Writing, Mentorship, and Dog Behavior Science [Episode 54] 58:27

3M ago58:27

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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 Award-winning book on canine cognitive dysfunction, and a thought leader in the world of positive reinforcement training. Eileen shares her fascinating jo…

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Plants & Puppies with Kat Serafina 1:27:13

3M ago1:27:13

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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Kat Serafina about plants and puppies. Links Mentioned in the Episode: Science Highlight: An approach to identify bias in scent detection dog testing Where to find Kat: Website | Facebook You can support the K9 Conservationists Podcast by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/k9conservationists…

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Exploring 24/7 Animal Welfare with Sabrina Brando [Episode 246] 1:14:06

3M ago1:14:06

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In this episode of the Animal Training Academy Podcast, Ryan Cartlidge welcomes back Sabrina Brando, a psychologist and the Director of AnimalConcepts, for an engaging discussion on the intersection of animal welfare, human well-being, and environmental care. Sabrina brings decades of experience from her work in zoos, aquariums, sanctuaries, and ac…

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Detecting Tea-tree Fingers Fungus with Dr. Nick Rutter and Shari Barmos 1:07:46

4M ago1:07:46

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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks to Zoos Victoria Wildlife Detection Dog Officer Dr Nick Rutter and Human Surveyor Shari Barmos about Detection Dog Daisy searching for the critically endangered Tea-tree fingers fungus. Links Mentioned in the Episode: Science Highlight: The fluid dynamics of canine olfaction: unique nasal airflow…

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Navigating Feather-Destructive Behaviors with Belinda Young [Episode 245] 1:14:03

4M ago1:14:03

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A Journey of Resilience and Innovation with Belinda Young [Episode 245] In this episode of the Animal Training Academy Podcast, Ryan Cartlidge welcomes Belinda Young, an accomplished animal trainer and cherished member of the ATA team. With over a decade of experience, Belinda has worked extensively with dogs, cats, and parrots, specialising in rew…

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Sensitivity and Specificity Gone Wrong with Courtney Brown 1:36:26

4M ago1:36:26

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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Courtney Brown from Einstein K9 about search and rescue, handler scent discrimination, and sensitivity and specificity. Links Mentioned in the Episode: Science Highlight: Conservation detection dogs: A critical review of efficacy and methodology Problem Solving with Kayla Fratt Where to find…

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Dr. Daniela Zurr: Integrating TTouch and Behavioral Medicine Across Species [Episode 53] 50:23

4M ago50:23

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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 veterinarian and a Tellington TTouch instructor, Dr. Zurr combines her expertise in behavioral medicine, zoo animal consultations, and positive reinforceme…

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Exploring Canine Play with Craig Ogilvie [Episode 244] 52:48

4M ago52:48

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In this highly anticipated second part of our conversation with Craig Ogilvie, renowned dog trainer and behavior consultant, we continue to dive deep into the world of interactive play. Craig, who operates the successful Ogilvie Dogs training center and authored The Interactive Play Guide, shares invaluable insights into how play can revolutionize …

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Genetic Gobledeygook: HOW Do We Learn From Scat? with Ellen Dymit 1:07:11

4M ago1:07:11

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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Ellen Dymit from Oregon State University about Metabarcoding, SNPs, and microsatellites. Links Mentioned in the Episode: Science Highlight: Training of Ecological Detection Dogs for Wolf Scat (Canis lupus) You can support the K9 Conservationists Podcast by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/…

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Craig Ogilvie’s Training Journey; From Police Dogs to Play [Episode 243] 53:29

5M ago53:29

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In this engaging two-part episode of the Animal Training Academy podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Craig Ogilvie, a globally respected dog trainer, behavior consultant, and business mentor. Craig has dedicated his career to having his biggest possible positive impact on the world of dog training with his innovative interactive play approach and a…

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Kristi Martin: A Passion for Behavior, From Zoos to Veterinary Practice [Episode 52] 58:04

5M ago58:04

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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 journey from caring for a wide variety of species in zoos to transitioning into the veterinary field, where she specialized in behavior care. She talks …

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The Conservation Cost of the War on Drugs with Nicholas Magliocca 53:17

5M ago53:17

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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Nicholas Magliocca about jaguars, Central American conservation, and the drug war. Links Mentioned in the Episode: Making the Hidden Visible: Accelerated Land-Use Change and Degradation Caused by Narco-Trafficking In and Around Central America’s Protected Areas Jaguar conservation is caught …

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The Human Element in Animal Training Teams with Dr. Christy Alligood [Episode 242] 1:03:10

5M ago1:03:10

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In this insightful episode of the Animal Training Academy Podcast, Ryan Carledge is joined by the esteemed Dr. Christy Alligood-Rice, a leader in the field of behavior analysis. Dr. Alligood-Rice brings over 20 years of experience and a unique perspective, blending the science of behavior with the practice of animal training, particularly through h…

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Boarding "Extra" Dogs with Kerry Ryan 1:00:38

5M ago1:00:38

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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Kerry Ryan from Dog Adventures Northwest about dog boarding. Links Mentioned in the Episode: Science Highlight: Evaluating and integrating spatial capture–recapture models with data of variable individual identifiability Where to find Kerry: Website | Facebook | Instagram You can support the…

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Ulrika Andreasson Part 2: 5 Key Lessons from Training Reindeer [Episode 241] 53:32

5M ago53:32

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In this second part of our two-part episode, we continue our conversation with Ulrika Andreasson, a trailblazer in the field of Positive Reinforcement animal training. With over 25 years of experience, Ulrika has trained a wide variety of species, including dogs, horses, and reindeer. In this episode, Ulrika dives deeper into her fascinating work, …

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Platypus Detection Dogs with Naomi Hodges and Dr. Jessica Thomas 1:02:22

6M ago1:02:22

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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Naomi Hodges and Dr. Jessica Thomas about Detection Dog Kip searching for Platypus burrows within Coranderrk Creek at Healesville Sanctuary Links Mentioned in the Episode: Science Highlight: Conservation Detection Dogs Increase Efficacy for Prey Detection at Carnivore GPS Cluster Sites Durin…

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Ulrika Andreasson: Clicker Training Reindeer & Beyond [Episode 240] 49:37

6M ago49:37

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In this unique two-part episode of the Animal Training Academy podcast, we sit down with Ulrika Andreasson, a seasoned expert in Positive Reinforement animal training who has spent the past 25 years perfecting her craft. Ulrika, has a background in training a wide range of animals, including dogs, horses, and reindeer. In this first part of our con…

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Juliette Nash; Cats to whales & back again, a Behavior Nerds journey [Episode 51] 51:55

6M ago51:55

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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 to a career dedicated to animal behavior, Juliette shares her inspiring journey. With a Master’s degree in killer whale social behavior and vocal lear…

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Succulent Anti-Poaching Detection Dogs with Esther Matthews 43:15

6M ago43:15

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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla is back with Esther Matthews to talk about succulent anti-poaching detection dogs. Links Mentioned in the Episode: Where to find Esther: Website | Instagram | Dog’s Instagram You can support the K9 Conservationists Podcast by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/k9conservationists. K9 Conservationists Web…

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Simone Mueller: Navigating Predatory Behavior in Dogs [Episode 239] 1:03:42

6M ago1:03:42

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In this engaging conclusion to our two-part episode on the Animal Training Academy podcast, we continue our conversation with Simone Mueller, MA, a certified dog trainer and behavior consultant from Germany, who specializes in force-free anti-predation training. In part two, Simone delves deeper into the intricacies of predatory behavior in dogs, o…

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Ocelots, Thorns, and Javelinas with Lauren Wendt of Momentum K9 34:40

7M ago34:40

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K9 Conservationists was THRILLED to have the amazing Lauren Wendt of Momentum K9 temporarily join our team to help out in Texas on ocelot surveys. This episode covers many of the challenges and lessons learned on a particularly tricky project. Be sure to listen to our last episode with James and Lisanne for background on ocelots in Texas. Find Laur…

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Simone Mueller: Leading the Charge in Ethical Dog Training [Episode 238] 50:26

7M ago50:26

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In this fun two-part episode of the Animal Training Academy podcast, we sit down with Simone Mueller, MA, a certified dog trainer and behavior consultant from Germany. Simone specializes in force-free anti-predation training and is the acclaimed author of the Predation Substitute Training series. In this first part of our conversation, Simone share…

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