Cog-Dog Radio Are We Even Dog Trainers?
Feb 24, 2026
They argue welfare fixes like medical checks, diet, and exercise must come before formal training. They explain triage and management steps to use first. They discuss why industry talks favor flashy training over practical welfare. They walk through an apartment barking case and urge mentors, concurrent care, and making healing the priority.
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Welfare Interventions Come Before Training
- Welfare interventions must come before formal training.
- Sarah Stremming argues welfare-first uncovers pain, environment, and expression needs that make training ethical and effective.
Use Triage And Management To Stop The Bleeding
- Do triage with quick management to stop the bleeding while improving welfare.
- Use easy shortcuts and management so guardians feel satisfied as you address diet, exercise, and environment.
Prioritize Skills That Support The Dog
- Ask which skills protect the dog's welfare versus only satisfying the human.
- Rank training tasks by benefit to the dog's needs and only teach café or city skills if they truly help the dog.