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Host and Canine Psychotherapist, Billie Groom, dives deep into the science and psychology behind Canine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a scientifically proven method proven to address behaviors leading to surrender, euthanasia and general frustration.
Are canine industry experts providing you with the most up-to-date information? Are you hearing the same advice over and over, saturated with gimmicks, and ineffective advice?
This podcast is a thought-provoking journey into the world of canine psychology and science and introduces the only psychotherapeutic method grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy proven effective with dogs over the age of six months.
Renowned for her tenacity and candor, Billie refuses to put popularity over impact. Her dedication to spreading awareness of the life saving benefits of CCBT has earned her the reputation of industry disruptor and leader.
Billie is the CEO and founder of the Institute of Canine Psychotherapy, the only recognized educational platform teaching Canine CBT.
She is an award-winning author and was featured in Psychology Today Magazine by Marc Bekoff. She has appeared on many shows, including LA Tribune, IGNITE Your Essence, DVM 360, The Animal Innovations Show, and is a featured speaker at the Animal Behavior Society Conference, and the Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine Conference (2022/23/24). She completed the PhD program at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, "Cognition and Emotions to Improve Animal Welfare", and the course on Adolescent Brain Development. She is currently enrolled in the Transpersonal Ecology PhD program at the University of Sedona. She is honored to be a TedX speaker (2025) and to be a guest speaker at Hartpury University in their Animal Assisted Therapy Program (2025).
Billie openly shares her experiences and knowledge, in a straight-forward and often humorous manner, acquired over three decades working with dogs, rescuers, fosters, adopters, and industry experts. She describes how dogs think, learn, process, and absorb our urban world, compared to that of puppies, and explains, without judgement, the inherent limitations of conventional training methods. Billie uses the most interesting and "relatable" examples to explain Canine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CCBT) and how it is changing the landscape of canine behavioral rehabilitation and animal welfare on a local and global scale.
www.instituteofcaninepsychotherapy.com
- Update frequency
- every 25 days
- Average duration
- 23 minutes
- Episodes
- 77
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
A Chat with Krista Karpowich on the Gut of Your Dog and how to make the best nutritional choices for your dog. Flexibility and options are key!
Krista is a certified health and wellness canine consultant, and the host of her podcast Wag Out Loud. As an animal lover since a wee-tot, and, as an adult, losing her dog to cancer, she dedicated he…
Karen Grange, founder of Small Dog Rescue BC. was not always a small-dog lover, but she now devotes her life to them. Why the change? SnipPet-How to "elevate" yourself as a trainer or behaviourist
Karen Grange is full of surprising and thought provoking info for anyone wanting to start or volunteer with a dog rescue. Is it all it is cut out to be? Well, that depends on your expectations and y…
Chica Curtis, the force behind Cause4Paws rescue org. in Mexico tells us like it is when it comes to helping dogs in small town Mexico..SnipPet - Why "NO!" is sometimes effective - and sometimes not.
Chica Curtis is well seasoned with the Mexican community and the dogs that hang out with them.
The SnipPet Tip is back by popular demand - a short piece on a random topic (commonly associated with the…
Meditating with our Dogs, with Author and Celebrity, James Jacobson. Followed by a ChinWag on the Benefits of Communicating and Bonding with our Dogs.
In this episode we get back to grassroots of why we love dogs - they heal us, ground us and bring out the best in us. We are relaxed and can be ourselves around them. We have the expert on meditati…
A Scientific Study on Changes Needed in the Adoption Process. Is the Need to Ensure Successful Adoptions Over-Complicating the Process?
In this episode, I refer to a scientific study conducted by The Dog Rehoming Project, on the need for rescue organizations to focus on the post adoption process. Is the excessive pre-adoption form an…
Gadgets, Rules, and Tools! Are We Being Saturated? How Are These Effecting Our Relationship With Our Dogs?
In this episode, I talk about the reliance on gadgets to address behaviors and problems. These gadgets are not necessarily aversive or harmful, such as a slow-feed bowl, but are they preventing a hol…
Client Learning Journey-Dog Dynamics within a household - dominance or hierarchy? SnipPet Piece-Choosing a trainer or behaviourist based on your needs
UPWARD Dogology episodes contain a “JOURNEY” and a “SnipPet” The Journey describes the process, challenges and successes with a client and their dog. The SnipPets are tidbits of info, tips, “what’s …
Client Learning Journey- Meet Zeus, an adopted dog fearful of new people and has anxiety on walks. SnipPet Piece-emaciated dogs with food; the honey-moon period; the gentle leader
UPWARD Dogology episodes contain a Learning Journey and a SnipPet. The Journey describes the process, challenges and successes with a client and their dog. The SnipPets are tidbits of info, tips, “wh…
Client Learning Journey- Why unpredictable aggression toward Humans is not unpredictable.SnipPet Piece: Why using "Convincing Commands" to entice good behaviour can backfire.
UPWARD Dogology episodes contain a Learning Journey and a SnipPet. The Learning Journey describes the process, challenges and successes with a client and their dog. The SnipPet Pieces are tidbits of …
Client Learning Journey- Jumping/Nipping/Stealing objects are common problems with dogs over 6 months - surprised? SnipPet Piece-How a dog's perception effects their behavior.
UPWARD Dogology episodes contain a Learning Journey and a SnipPet. The Journey describes the process, challenges and successes with a client and their dog. The SnipPets are tidbits of info, tips, “wh…
Client Learning Journey-Food Aggression/Resource Guarding. SnipPet Piece-Elevating Trick Training to a useful exercise.
UPWARD Dogology episodes contain a “Journey” and a “SnipPet” The Journey describes the process, challenges and successes with a client and their dog. The SnipPet Pieces are tidbits of info, tips, “w…
Client Learning Journey- Why standard house training methods often fail with adult dogs-SnipPet Piece-The Fear Free Movement (Certification)
UPWARD Dogology episodes contain a “Journey” and a “SnipPet” The Journey describes the process, challenges and successes with a client and their dog. The SnipPet Pieces are tidbits of info, tips, “w…
The 10 Principles of Cognitive Therapy (more fun than it sounds) The 3 criteria to Scientifically Prove a Methodology - Does UPWARD Dogology Make the Cut? What is "Dog Cognition"?
Welcome to the revamped Season 1 (as of Sept, 2021)
In this final episode of Season 1, we explore the 10 principles of Cognitive Therapy. Why is this important? Well, in doing so, we learn how UPWARD…
The Difference in the Platform and Design of Conditioning Methods to that of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and How That Effects Success
Welcome to episode 3 of the revamped Season 1 (as of Sept, 2021).
In this episode I explore the differences in platform, design and intentions of Conditioning Methodologies to those of Cognitive Beh…
The Importance of Changing Your Mindset; How the Dog Industry Today Effects You and Your Dog
Welcome to episode 2 of the revamped season 1 (as of Sept, 2021)
In this episode, I share thought provoking information and stories to "retrain your brain", so you can easily absorb the information…
Season 1- Part 1 of 4 - Who the hell is Billie Groom?
To avoid that "deer-in-the-headlights-look" as you venture through the mini-series, it is a good idea to hear how Billie's learning journey lead to the creation of UPWARD Dogology. This is not your a…
What is this Podcast all about and how is UPWARD Dogology changing the lives of dogs and people?
Welcome to UPWARD Dogology where I "Retrain Your Brain" and introduce you to the word of cognitive behavioural therapy for dogs over the age of 6 months.
As an industry distrUPtor for 34 years, you ca…