Jenni Pfafman - Elevated dog training [Episode 27]
Animal Training Academy: Making Ripples
Release Date: 12/01/2022
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Raoudha Mairos: The Journey from Fearful to Fearless Dog Trainer [Episode 56]
Animal Training Academy: Making Ripples
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 their guardians build confidence, trust, and a stress-free bond. She also co-founded Global Animal Experts, a platform that connects professionals in the French-speaking community with expert insights through courses and webinars. Raoudha’s story is...
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Samantha Rubio: Challenging Old Beliefs in Horse Training [Episode 55]
Animal Training Academy: Making Ripples
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 business. Samantha shares her inspiring journey from a childhood passion for animals to earning her degree in Animal Science and Neurobiology at Cornell University. She opens up about her experience bridging the gap between academic research and...
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Eileen Anderson: Writing, Mentorship, and Dog Behavior Science [Episode 54]
Animal Training Academy: Making Ripples
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 journey from engineering and music to becoming a trusted voice in the animal behavior community. She discusses how a chance adoption of a challenging dog named Summer set her on a path of discovery, leading her to the world of behavior science, dog...
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Dr. Daniela Zurr: Integrating TTouch and Behavioral Medicine Across Species [Episode 53]
Animal Training Academy: Making Ripples
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 reinforcement training to create innovative approaches to animal care. Dr. Zurr shares her journey from an early passion for reptiles to her current role, where she works with a wide range of animals, from household pets to zoo residents. She discusses the...
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Kristi Martin: A Passion for Behavior, From Zoos to Veterinary Practice [Episode 52]
Animal Training Academy: Making Ripples
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 about her current work at the Richmond Animal Behavior Wellness Center, where she assists a veterinary behaviorist and runs a DigiTherm thermal scanner to help assess pain in behavior patients. Kristi’s expertise shines as she discusses her...
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Juliette Nash; Cats to whales & back again, a Behavior Nerds journey [Episode 51]
Animal Training Academy: Making Ripples
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 learning, Juliette's transition into the world of animal welfare led her to develop innovative training programs for both cats and dogs, including unique classes like Shy Cat training and a Pet Training Assistance Fund. Juliette's passion for...
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Empathy, Growth, and Behavior Science with Teisha Rolph [Episode 50]
Animal Training Academy: Making Ripples
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, from growing up surrounded by animals to studying animal and veterinary biosciences at university, where she fell in love with the science of behaviour. Inspired by her mentors, Dr. Richard Zann and Jenny Wilcox, Teisha has since built a diverse training career focused on empathy and individualised care. Throughout this episode, Teisha delves into her work with anxious dogs and their human...
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Positive Reinforcement and the Power of Patience with Pernilla Elving [Episode 49]
Animal Training Academy: Making Ripples
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 farm surrounded by sheep, cows, and horses to her evolution into a Centered Riding instructor and positive reinforcement trainer, Pernilla's journey is a testament to the power of compassion, patience, and understanding in animal training. Pernilla shares her story of how an unruly horse named Rockefeller became a lifelong companion and a catalyst for her pursuit of gentler training methods. Her...
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Carmaleta Aufderheide on Conflict Resolution & Dog Training [Episode 48]
Animal Training Academy: Making Ripples
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 Conflict Resolution (CRES) and certifications including KPA-CTP, CPDT-KA, and CSAT, Carm brings a wealth of knowledge and unique insights into her work with dogs, particularly those dealing with separation anxiety. Carm shares her journey, which began with academic research into the restorative impacts of prison animal programming. Her work with incarcerated individuals and dogs led to a profound...
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Robin Horemans: The Journey of a Parrot Behavior Consultant [Episode 47]
Animal Training Academy: Making Ripples
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 dedicated her career to improving the lives of pet bird owners and their feathered companions by providing quality education materials that enhance communication and bonding. Robin's journey began in 1998 at the Hagen's Avicultural Research Institute (HARI), and over the years, she has accumulated a wealth of knowledge and certifications, including being a Certified Parrot Behavior Consultant with the...
info_outlineJenni lives in Crested Butte, Colorado with her husband Tim, their border collie, Kyote, also known as Ky, and their two young cats, Truffle and Marmalade. Jenni became passionate about learning the most humane methods for helping dogs with behavior problems after failing to find trustworthy help with Ky when she was a puppy. Since beginning that journey about 6 years ago, Jenni has completed a BA in psychology as well as several training and behavior-related certifications. In addition to operating her training and behavior consulting business, Elevated Dog Training, LLC, and co-founding and operating a non-profit organization, the Humane Alliance of Rescue Trainers, Jenni is a student in the Virginia Tech Applied Animal Behavior and Welfare graduate program. In her “spare time” she and Tim are building a house together (actually building the house). Jenni also enjoys mountain biking, hiking, split-boarding and occasionally climbing rock and ice.
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