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Emma Almquist - Bunnies, hamsters and mindfulness [Episode 33]

Release Date: 06/01/2023

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Expert Tips for Border Collie Owners from Sarah Hedderly [Episode 46]

Animal Training Academy: Making Ripples

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 with this breed, Sarah provides a unique and in-depth perspective on the nuances and challenges specific to Border Collies. Prior to her specialization, Sarah worked as a McTimoney Animal Chiropractor and ran in-person dog training classes based on the Control Unleashed system [from Leslie Mcdevitt]. Sarah's journey with her own Border Collies, including the sensitive Mini, the intellectually...

Emma Cook: Nurturing Confidence in Canine Care [Episode 45]

Animal Training Academy: Making Ripples

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 are thrilled to host Emma Cook, a progressive dog groomer and trainer from Adelaide, South Australia. Emma, the heart behind The Funky Foxhound, shares her compassionate approach to dog grooming and training, where each session is tailored to the needs of dogs who find grooming challenging. Emma delves into her personal and professional journey, illustrating how her childhood experiences shaped her...

Cows, Canines, and Compassion with Dr. Rabea Christmann [Episode 44]

Animal Training Academy: Making Ripples

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 in search and rescue dog work and a pioneering force in farm laboratory animal welfare, Dr. Christmann shares her journey towards enhancing animal lives through positive reinforcement and enrichment activities. Diving into the heart of animal training, Dr. Christmann elaborates on her innovative approaches to cooperative care training across a variety of farm animals, including chickens, sheep,...

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Emma Almquist received her bachelor’s degree in biology with a specialization in ethology in 2017. After graduating she has continued learning about animal behavior through conferences, as well as various private and academic courses.

Her business Djurvetologen has offered puppy classes, conference talks, training consults and much more since 2016. These days the business has transitioned to offering mainly online lectures and courses. Emma’s goal is to make humans and animals understand each other better.

After hearing personal stories about compassion fatigue and burnout from almost every colleague in the animal care industry, Emma decided to add mindfulness teacher to her CV in 2020. She enjoys demystifying mindfulness by using behavior analysis. Since becoming a mindfulness teacher, she has been guiding meditation classes and teaching mindfulness to animal care professionals.

Emma lives in southern Sweden with a dog, rabbits, and rodents – as well as a human partner.

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