When I caved in and got an iPhone I finally discovered the joys of podcasts. Some are trash but there are also great ones. Podcasts come in all types, qualities and time lengths. It should be no surprise that the ones I subscribe to are all related to dogs, science and music. Soon I'll put up a list of dog and animal behavior related podcasts. They are great to listen to while you walk, jog or hike with your dogs or when you are doing something & wish you could be spending time with your dog instead.
On my short list of great podcasts is a particular one on dog training, naturally. It is brief, arrives every week and even when it is about something I basically already know there is always something useful, thought provoking or a great reminder and it's usually a bit humorous. As a plus their is a website for the podcast that posts a written version. Check out "The Dog Trainer, Quick and Dirty Tips for Teaching and Caring for Your Pet" with Jolanta Benal http://dogtrainer.quickanddirtytips.com/ This weeks episode is one I really want to share with you. Go listen to or read the episode entitled "$#*! Your Dog Doesn’t Care About" http://dogtrainer.quickanddirtytips.com/what-your-dog-doesn%E2%80%99t-care-about.aspx
She's right, ya know. Greyhounds, no matter it may appear that sleep is their greatest desire, need more than a comfy bed or couch. They need stimulation to stay healthy. Right now I am trying to write up a blog post on running sports like lure coursing and racing. I believe many people would be surprised at their Greyhounds reaction to those if given the chance to watch. My otherwise low key, seemingly low energy and low arousal dog turned into a crazy fool the instant that lure started moving across the field. WOW! That was an eye opener. Many others have experienced this same surprise.
Some dogs either simply do not have that same burning desire, though you won't know until you take them out to the fields and let them watch. others would love to but have a past injury or some other reason participation is not advisable or not possible. And even dogs who are very active in events on weekends need something to do during the week as well. You need an outlet for their amazing brain power. Let Jolanta give you a few ideas. These are great for hound and human. Jolanta's ability to provide lots of info with such brevity will be a refeshing change from this blog. Go have a listen or read. Tell me what you think.
