Understand your dog better with DogSpeak founder, Nikki Ivey--a professional Canine Behavior Specialist, trainer and Family Dog Mediator. Learn why it's not about just fixing your dog's behavior but about understanding why the behavior is occurring. Nikki often shares the mic with wife and DogSpeak manager, Britteny, along with other fantastic guests. Whether the discussion is about real life manners, inappropriate behavior or nutrition, this podcast has it all. We focus on building relationships, not dictatorships. Learn more about DogSpeak and Nikki Ivey by checking out www.dogspeak101.com. Become a Patreon member by visiting www.patreon.com/dogspeak
In this episode, Nikki and Britteny discuss listeners' submissions regarding what their dogs would say if they were in family therapy; from spending quality time together to rebuilding trust.
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In this episode, Dr. Kathy Murphy joins the podcast to talk about dogs' brains and how they process information during adolescence. Adolescence can be a difficult stage for both dogs and their humans…
In this episode, Nikki has special guest, Tiffany from Thrive Market at The Farm at Natchez Trace. They break down 8 myths that are found around canine nutrition.
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In this episode, Gray is back to talk Canine Compulsive Disorder with Nikki. They discuss what CCD really is, what symptoms you may see and how to go about diagnosing and dealing with it.
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Decoding Aggression and Reactivity and Kieno Conference
Decoding Aggression and Reactivity https://tinyurl.com/decodingyourcanine KIENO Conference https://ti…
In this episode, Nikki and Gray discuss the importance of ensuring your dog gets quality rest regardless of their age. Just like humans, if your dog doesn't get enough downtime, without the distracti…
In this episode, Amanda is back to ask Nikki about how she has changed over the years in terms of dog training. As a trainer, it's important that you continue to educate yourself and stay up to date …
In this episode, Nikki is joined by fellow colleague Gray. They discuss the importance of advocating for your dog when there is fear or pain involved. Since your dog can't speak about their feelings …
In this episode, Nikki and Britteny tackle listener questions on breed-specific enrichment, fence-fighting and Small Dog Syndrome.
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In this episode, Nikki is joined by two of her favorite podcast co-hosts, Steve and Heather. Open conversation about having a multiple dog household, learning your dog isn't going to eat children and…
Nikki is finally back in the podcast chair after dealing with COVID. She and Britteny talk about why and how the words you use to describe your dog frame the way you actually treat and feel about you…
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In this episode, Nikki and Britteny discuss common issues dog guardians run into when walking their dogs. Since they haven't recorded together in a while (and are drinking wine), this one …
In this episode, Nikki talks with her client, Heather, about her experience with altercations between her dogs. Heather recently joined us to discuss living with seven dogs, but today she talks abou…
In this episode, Nikki and Britteny discuss the common mistakes owners make with using and teaching recall command. Is teaching your dog to come the most important behavior? If so, what mistakes do y…
In this episode, Nikki talks with Parent Coach, Anna Skates, about the similarities between dogs and kids when it comes to teaching them how to navigate this world. It is the job of the human adult t…
In this episode, Britteny and Nikki discuss how to identify and handle prey drive in dogs. Brought to you by Spurrier's Gridiron Grille in Gainesville, FL.
TW: hunting and death of small animals by d…
In this week's episode, Nikki is joined by her client, Heather, who has 7 dogs. They discuss the in's and out's of having multiple dogs, why routines are important and how to meet the needs of multip…
In this week's episode, Nikki and Britteny talk dog reactivity, human energy and how it can affect your dog, and why Britt almost punched a fellow pet parent.
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In this episode, Nikki speaks with her client, Steve, about how positive dog training has changed his relationship with his dogs. They also discuss training myths and what it took for Steve to change…