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Enrichment for the Real World

Pet Harmony Animal Behavior and Training
Animal Welfare
Enrichment
Pet Enrichment
Behavior Modification
Animal Behavior
Dog Training
Pet Training
Pet Care
Self-Care
Animal Care
Dog Behavior
Mental Health
Animal Training
Resource Guarding
Community Support
Pet Harmony
Canine Behavior
Pet Behavior
Enrichment For Pets
Positive Reinforcement

You've dedicated your life to helping animals- just like us.

Emily Strong was training praying mantids at 7.

Allie Bender was telling her neighbor to refill their bird feeder because the birds were hungry at 2.

You're an animal person; you get it.

We've always been animal people. We've been wanting to better animals' lives since forever, so we made a podcast for people like us.

Join Emily... more

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Latest Episodes

After years of having clients come to us, scared and worried we’re going to parrot advice that leaves their stomach in knots, we’re finally laying it all out there. And yes, it gets a little spicy.

In this episode, Emily and Tiffany talk about bad d... more

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Dr. Andrzej (Andy) Ogrodny, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), also known online as Dogtor Andy. Dr. Andy is a board-certified small animal internal medicine specialist, with a knack for making complex medical topics approach... more

If you’ve ever lay away at night running through the list of everything you didn’t do for your pet today… welcome to the club. 

In this episode, Emily and Tiffany discuss why “enough” feels impossible, what “basic” care actually means, and how to bu... more

Last episode, Emily and Ellen talked about how perfectionism can keep you stuck waiting for the “right” time, circling the perfect plan. And when Plan A is the only plan you have, then every stumble feels like a catastrophe.

In this episode, Allie a... more

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Recent Guests

Andrzej Ogrodny
Veterinary internist known as Dogtor Andy
Independent veterinary practice
Episode: #187 - Dogtor Andy: Compassionate Veterinary Care
Beccy Hughes
Dog trainer and business owner; joined as a guest to share her journey and insights
PetPro community member / Dog training professional
Episode: #183 - Beccy Hughes: There's No Wrong Way in Animal Care
Kiki Yablon
Dog trainer and guest on the episode
Episode: #169 - Kiki Yablon: Why Your Dog Won’t Settle When You’re Busy
Juliana DeWillems
Dog trainer and author focused on canine enrichment and management
JWDogTraining
Episode: #165 - Juliana DeWillems: Set Your Dog Up to Succeed (Without Guilt)
Haylee Heisel
Special guest discussing resource guarding
sanctuary colleague (unnamed sanctuary)
Episode: #157 - Haylee Heisel: Why Giving More Doesn’t Fix Resource Guarding
Veronica Garcia
Veterinary nurse and behavior consultant
Insight Veterinary Behavior
Episode: #144 - Learning Over Threshold?
Ellen Yocum
Guest speaker discussing horror films and empathy
Episode: #138 - What Horror Films Teach Us About Behavior
Mike Agruss
Attorney specializing in dog bite cases
Mike Agruss Law
Episode: #130 - Mike Agruss: A Nuanced Approach to Dog Bite Advocacy
Sarah van Herpt
Director of the Veterinary and Behavioral Husbandry Services Department for Animals Asia in Vietnam, focusing on animal behavior and rehabilitation.
Animals Asia
Episode: #126 - Sarah van Herpt: Healing Bears, Changing Minds

Hosts

Allie Bender
Host of Enrichment for the Real World; affiliated with Pet Harmony Training.
Emily Strong
Co-host of Enrichment for the Real World; affiliated with Pet Harmony Training.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 129 ratings
  • So informative without being pretentious

    There are so many outlets floating around that tell you everything you need to do perfectly or you’re ruining your dog. Listening the these gals chat feels like just that - conversation with friends who are candid, real, and willing to admit just how human they are. It feels like a judgement free zone and above all else, makes you feel like the most important part of training your animal is giving grace (to your pet AND yourself!) and doing your best. I’ve learned so much and appreciate the real... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tinacristina27
    United States3 months ago
  • #86 Hide and Seek

    Is there a safe way to play hide and seek when the older dog has a history of food/funnstuff aggression towards the teenager? It’s well managed now, but as a precaution?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cyndi528
    United States9 months ago
  • Amazing info!

    I absolutely love listening to this podcast and eagerly await each new episode. The house gives amazing advice, information that you can easily implement. They also have great guests that I learned a ton from.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lisafarm
    Canadaa year ago
  • My favorite podcast

    I’ve learned so much from these folks, and it makes my day when there’s a new episode to listen to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Katie Naha
    United Statesa year ago
  • Go binge on them all right now

    When all the enrichment ideas you see on the internet aren’t working for your dog, you turn to Emily and Allie. They break things down so it makes sense. Why things work-or don’t work and they interview people who may have totally different animal backgrounds but tie it back in to how we can do things well for our pets!

    If you want to listen to a podcast that’s accepting of all walks of life-humans and animals this one is it!

    It’s the one podcast that I go back and listen to episodes more tha... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beccyrose17
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the practical, real-world enrichment strategies.
Guests bring diverse expertise that broadens practical understanding of behavior.
Production quality and guest quality are consistently strong.
The hosts break down complex concepts into actionable steps for pet owners and professionals.
The show balances science with compassion, making advanced topics accessible.

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#170 - Q&A: How to Multi-Pet Household
Q: How can I ensure fair treatment of all pets when there are multiple animals with differing needs?
By applying the enrichment framework to each pet, ensuring each has access to appropriate activities and rest, and recognizing that different animals require different supports. Regular reassessment of each pet's needs helps prevent resentment and ensures overall welfare.
#170 - Q&A: How to Multi-Pet Household
Q: Should I get another pet, such as another dog or cat, for my household?
The decision depends on budget, bandwidth, household dynamics, and whether all members, including existing pets, will accept the newcomer. It can be successful if you understand the needs of each animal, prepare for integration, and consider the long-term maintenance rather than assuming instant harmony.
#165 - Juliana DeWillems: Set Your Dog Up to Succeed (Without Guilt)
Q: Tell us your name, pronouns, and pets.
Juliana introduces herself, shares her pronouns, and lists her pets: Matilda the Chihuahua and three cats named Nemo, Dory, and New Cat.
#156 - Q&A: All About Resource Guarding
Q: When is resource guarding a problem?
It becomes a problem when it endangers people or other pets, harms relationships, involves genuinely dangerous items, or forces excessive management that disrupts daily life; the episode stresses evaluating safety and reasonableness in context rather than labeling guarding as inherently bad.
#156 - Q&A: All About Resource Guarding
Q: What do we mean when we're talking about resource guarding?
Resource guarding is a natural behavior across many animals, driven by survival and ownership dynamics, and it isn't necessarily abnormal; it becomes a concern when safety or relationships are affected or when the guarding prevents normal living in the home.

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What is Enrichment for the Real World about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two hosts blend practical canine enrichment, real-world behavior modification, and humane caregiver strategies. Episodes frequently tackle how to design flexible, client-centered plans, balance ethics with outcomes, and support both dogs and their humans through stress management, environmental design, and sustainable routines. Noteworthy are guest experts who bring lived experience from shelters, training, and veterinary contexts, plus a clear emphasis on actionable guidance, scalability for practitioners, and a grounded, empathetic approach to everyday pet care. Listeners likely include dog trainers, veterinary staff, and devoted pet guardians seeking science-informed methods that fit real-life homes and sanctuaries without overcomplicati... more

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1. Andrzej Ogrodny
2. Beccy Hughes
3. Kiki Yablon
4. Juliana DeWillems
5. Haylee Heisel
6. Veronica Garcia
7. Ellen Yocum
8. Mike Agruss

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