Positively Dog Training - The Official Victoria Stilwell Podcast

Victoria Stilwell

World-renowned dog trainer Victoria Stilwell (It’s Me or the Dog) talks pet topics, answers fan questions, and gives dog training and behavior advice.

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224 episodes
Updated July 21

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Sep 20, 2012 · 48 min
Episode 24: Feral Dogs and Ehow Pets
Victoria & Holly are joined by the founder of Detroit Dog Rescue and the producer of her new Ehow Pets YouTube channel.
Sep 13, 2012 · 1 hr 12 min
Episode 23: Penn Vet Working Dog Center
Victoria & Holly talk to the director of the Penn Vet Working Dog Center & the handler of a 9/11 working dog. Also discussed: the eleventh anniversary of 9/11, resource guarding, nipping, play drive in dogs and coexisting cats.
Sep 3, 2012 · 58 min
Episode 22: Pup Aid
TV vet Marc Abraham joins the podcast to discuss his Where's Mum and upcoming Pup Aid benefits, and Holly has a new batch of Ask Victoria fan questions.
Aug 27, 2012 · 1 hr 1 min
Episode 21: New Season and Service Dogs
Victoria & Holly's new podcast season includes a recap of the past several months, a chat to Canine Assistants founder Jennifer Arnold, and a report on the Lennox case.
Dec 23, 2011 · 47 min
Episode 20: Christmas Memories with Victoria’s Mom
Victoria finally sings in this holiday episode and is joined in studio by her mother, from whom Holly tries to uncover dirt from Victoria's past.
Dec 16, 2011 · 1 hr 3 min
Episode 19: Documentary Filmmaker Jemima Harrison
Victoria & Holly recap the Reindog Parade, Holly's work on CNN and Homeless Pets Clubs. Filmmaker Jemima Harrison calls in to discuss breed standards issues.
Dec 10, 2011 · 1 hr 3 min
Episode 18: Dogs Beyond the Camera
Victoria recaps her recent trip to the UK. Holly talks about her work this week on CNN. Victoria's & Holly's husbands join them in studio to defend their dog-owning habits and shed light on the co-hosts' life beyond the cameras.
Dec 3, 2011 · 48 min
Episode 17: Domineering Dog Parents
Why do some people choose domination with their dogs and/or kids? Victoria, Holly, and Dr. Bloom discuss this, interesting dog trivia and more.
Nov 25, 2011 · 49 min
Episode 16: Thanksgiving Dog Safety and VSPDT Daphne Robert-Hamilton
Victoria & Holly discuss Thanksgiving traditions and safety tips in this holiday episode. They're also joined by VSPDT trainer Daphne Robert-Hamilton for Ask Victoria, and Holly tries to stump Victoria in Animal Academy.
Nov 18, 2011 · 52 min
Episode 15: Home Discipline and Humane Dog Training
Discussion of new study regarding the way kids are disciplined & how it relates to dog training. Also: author Bob Vetere on how +R training applies to business.
Nov 11, 2011 · 52 min
Episode 14: Therapy Pets with Dr. Paula Bloom
Victoria and Holly are joined again by Dr. Paula Bloom to discuss pets as therapeutic solutions for their owners. Also discussed: Native American festivals, PAWS Atlanta 45th Anniversary, Victoria's live tour and Holly's trip to Mexico. Ask Victoria questions include whether it's a good idea to add a rescued kitten to a home to alleviate your dog's boredom, how and whether to teach your dog not to fear fire, and dogs that chase moving cars. Victoria also tries to stump Holly with her latest Animal Academy about dog breeds.
Nov 4, 2011 · 55 min
Episode 13: Doggie Bad Breath with Dr. Duffy Jones
Victoria and Holly are joined on the Positively Hotline by Victoria's vet, Dr. Duffy Jones, as they talk about canine halitosis and why/how to brush your dog's teeth. Also discussed, Holly's trip to the upper midwest, Victoria's emceeing of the Dog Jog, Halloween recap, upcoming live shows and more. Ask Victoria questions include: potty training setbacks, treating the elderly as chew toys, and how to teach puppies not to chase other animals.Victoria with Anderson Cooper and Susie EssmanCarhengeHolly in Deadwood
Oct 28, 2011 · 38 min
Episode 12: Doggie Daycare, Pit Bulls, and Dr. Paula Bloom
Victoria and Holly are joined by Dr. Paula Bloom as they discuss how to change perceptions of pit bulls, dogs digging in backyards, doggie daycare and much more.
Oct 21, 2011 · 38 min
Episode 11: Dogs and Sound
In this episode, Victoria and Holly are joined by concert pianist and Through A Dog's Ear co-founder Lisa Spector to discuss the Canine Noise Phobia Series - the groundbreaking new desensitization tool Victoria developed in partnership with Through A Dog's Ear. Also discussed: update on Kashmir's knee surgery, Victoria's trip to San Diego for the APDT conference, SD Pet Expo and VSPDT evaluation day, Lennox update, and more. Ask Victoria questions included whether you can rush training, the music in It's Me or the Dog, and how to get puppies to stop barking at training classes.
Oct 10, 2011 · 1 hr
Episode 10: Lennox and the Pit Bull Dog Controversy
In the first episode of the new season, Victoria and Holly discuss what they've been up to for the past several months, including Victoria's filming of the 8th season of It's Me or the Dog, experiencing the recent earthquake and hurricane, Victoria on Anderson Cooper, the Hero Dog Awards, Holly's judging of Miss Tennessee, her dog Kashmir's knee surgery, and Victoria's development of her new Canine Noise Phobia series of desensitization products.Also discussed, Victoria's upcoming trip to San Diego for a dog training conference and pet expo, her upcoming live tour dates, Holly's work as a correspondent for CNN, and the new podcast sponsor, Pets Add Life.Ask Victoria featured questions about why it took so long for the new podcast season to start, how to puppy proof your home, whether neutering will stop bullying behavior and more.The hot topic was the case of Lennox, a pit bull type dog in Belfast who is scheduled to be euthanized due to Northern Ireland's antiquated breed specific legislation (BSL).
Nov 24, 2010 · 38 min
Positively Dog Training Episode 109
In this special 'Ask Victoria' episode, Victoria devotes the entire episode to answering listeners' questions.
Oct 10, 2010 · 30 min
Positively Dog Training Episode 108
Victoria gives us an update on the new season of IMOTD while discussing her role as a counselor to humans on the show as well as dogs.The hot topic is pet bereavement and grieving: how pets grieve for each other and how animals have a greater capacity than we're aware of. Victoria discusses the loss of her 3 cats, including the recent passing of her Maine Coon Angelica and the impact of her death on her daughter, Alex. Holly discusses her 20-year old cat, Ricky, who is currently suffering from mass cell disease.Also discussed: the use of anti-depressants on animals, why it should be a last resort, potential side effects, and how important it is to pair the drugs with behavioral therapy. Also: other homeopathic remedies, dog-appeasing pheremones, anxiety wrap shirts, etc.They discuss listener emails about previous episodes, including responses to the conversation about extreme grooming. They touch on how animals learn and think, and especially which species of animals can recognize themselves. Listeners chime in about feeding their dogs BARF (Biologically Appropriate Raw Food) diet, the Michael Vick dogs, and requests for Victoria to sing on the show.
Sep 27, 2010 · 29 min
Positively Dog Training Episode 107
Victoria describes her experience training a piglet named Mud for a recent episode of It's Me or the Dog, and also her time training chickens and recording rap songs with dog owners from the show.Also discussed:Victoria's exciting new global network of positive reinforcement dog trainers - Victoria Stilwell Positively Dog Training.Victoria answers a fan's question about the people who influenced her as a dog trainer and are now Positively Expert Bloggers here - Karen Pryor, Ian Dunbar, Patricia McConnell, Nicholas Dodman, etc.Victoria's good friend and songwriter/pianist Elio Pace - the artist behind the Positively Podcast themesong 'Addicted to the Phone'.Ask Victoria questions about:Food aggression misdiagnosed as rage syndrome.The leave it command working on cats as well as dogs.How to train a dog to pee on a weewee pad.Birthday wishes to a special listner in MinnesotaDogs sniffing people with old injuries
Sep 14, 2010 · 34 min
Episode 6: Dogs and Cats Living Together
In this episode, Victoria describes what it's like filming It's Me or the Dog in New York City, including visits to Frank Sinatra's boyhood bakery. Also discussed: Victoria's history as a dog walker in London during college Backstage at the Lion King on Broadway with Victoria's friend Fred Berman (playing Timon the meerkat) This year's American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) conference including the AVSAB and American Humane The difference between dog behaviorists and dog trainers Dogs versus Cats Victoria's review of the movie "Cats and Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore" The use of baby gates to manage relationships Using positive reinforcement to help dogs and cats get along Holly's experience with her dog Kashmir and her cat George - now best friends since filming It's Me or the Dog. Victoria's Animal Academy quiz about rescue animal statistics and facts Victoria's appearances on Regis and Kelly and the Today showPresa Canario
Aug 30, 2010 · 40 min
Positively Dog Training Episode 105
In this very special episode, Victoria and Holly are joined briefly by Victoria's daughter, Alex, who talks about her summer activities and future career plans.Other topics discussed include:They also discuss the Victoria Stilwell Positively Dog Training program as Victoria prepares for another trainer evaluation day.Victoria' attendance at the upcoming AVMA conference.Victoria describes her work with PATH to combat the destruction done to wildlife because of the Gulf Oil Spill.Misconceptions about pit bulls and Victoria's take why Breed Specific Legislation is misguided.Victoria continues her dog breed quiz in this installment of Animal Academy, focusing on the history of dog shows.Victoria's husband joins Holly and Victoria in the studio as they discuss how Victoria and Van first met during their time in Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story musical in London. PPATH - People Protecting Animals and Their HabitatsPlott Hound - North Carolina state dog:

Positively Dog Training - The Official Victoria Stilwell Podcast

Episode 24: Feral Dogs and Ehow Pets

Episode 23: Penn Vet Working Dog Center

Episode 22: Pup Aid

Episode 21: New Season and Service Dogs

Episode 20: Christmas Memories with Victoria’s Mom

Episode 19: Documentary Filmmaker Jemima Harrison

Episode 18: Dogs Beyond the Camera

Episode 17: Domineering Dog Parents

Episode 16: Thanksgiving Dog Safety and VSPDT Daphne Robert-Hamilton

Episode 15: Home Discipline and Humane Dog Training

Episode 14: Therapy Pets with Dr. Paula Bloom

Episode 13: Doggie Bad Breath with Dr. Duffy Jones

Episode 12: Doggie Daycare, Pit Bulls, and Dr. Paula Bloom

Episode 11: Dogs and Sound

Episode 10: Lennox and the Pit Bull Dog Controversy

Positively Dog Training Episode 109

Positively Dog Training Episode 108

Positively Dog Training Episode 107

Episode 6: Dogs and Cats Living Together

Positively Dog Training Episode 105