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Simplifying Shelter Behaviour

Simplifying Shelter Behaviour
Shelter Dogs
Deaf Dogs
Reactivity In Shelter Environment
Puppy Development In Shelters
Co-Regulation
One Welfare
Dopamine Box
Dog Adoption Decision Making
Cat Friendly Homing
Arizona Humane Society
Behaviour Adjustment Training
Reinforcement
Quality Of Life For Dogs
Frustration In Shelter Dogs
Control Unleashed
Dogs
Sheltering
Border Tails Rescue
Shelter Adoption
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Shelter and Rescue can be difficult environments for workers and the animals in their care. This podcast, hosted by Tom Candy BSc (Hons) MSC CCAB, CSBS, CDBC. Brings together some of the leaders in the field of animal behaviour to discuss practical tips and tricks that can be utilised by shelter workers, volunteers or anyone with an interest in animal sheltering or rescue. The podcast aims to brin... more

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In this episode, Tom is joined by Jessica Powell of Proud Paws Dog Training, a certified professional dog trainer based in Los Angeles with years of experience in a shelter behaviour department. Jessica explains why behaviour categories matter, start... more

In this episode, Tom is joined by Harleigh Garcia, founder of Border Tails Rescue in Chicago, to talk about the rescue’s partnership with the Chicago Wolves hockey team. Harleigh explains what the Wolves’ Season of Giving has meant for Border Tails. ... more

In this episode, Tom is joined by Samantha Wayland of Samantha Wayland Dog Training, co-founder of the Rescue Dog Care Network (RDCN), to explore how rescue staff, volunteers and trainers can better support people adopting dogs from overseas. Drawing... more

This week Tom is joined by Amy Fitzsimmons from Dog Possible Austin for a really practical chat about life for dogs in shelters. Amy brings along plenty of real dogs she has worked with, and it's their stories that shape the whole conversation, showi... more

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Recent Guests

Harleigh Garcia
Founder and executive director of Border Tails Rescue
Border Tails Rescue
Episode: Ep. 72 Adopt-A-Dog Nights and the Power of Community Partnerships
Samantha Wayland
Samantha Wayland Dog Training / RDCN
Episode: ep. 71 Supporting Adopters to Settle in Rescue Dogs with Samantha Wayland
Amy Fitzsimmons
Guest expert discussed in-depth on shelter behavior and welfare
Episode: Ep. 70 Do Shelter Dogs Deserve Less Behaviour Support with Amy Fitzsimmons
Lauren Powell
Researcher focusing on human-pet interactions and shelter welfare
University (as referenced in discussion)
Episode: Owner benefits, expectations and relinquishment, what does it mean for us?
Lexis Ly
Dr. Lexis Ly, researcher in animal welfare and shelter behaviour
Academic researcher (Canada)
Episode: Ep. 68 One Welfare Approach to Support Shelter Animals
Lorenzo JW Fox
Guest (lead trainer with veterinary behavior focus)
Synergy Veterinary Behavior, Portland, Oregon
Episode: Ep. 67 Co-Regulation to Support Both Ends of the Leash with Lorenzo JW Fox
Adrian Ray-Avalani
Dog professional, certified Control Unleashed instructor
Control Unleashed (Leslie's program)
Episode: Ep. 66 linguistics, communication and supporting conversations with Adrian Ray-Avalani
Kelly Dunbar
Open Paw founder and advocate, dog trainer
Kelly Dunbar Dog Training / Open Paw
Episode: Ep. 65 Open Paw to Support Shelter Animals with Kelly Dunbar
Dr. Karen Griffin
Canine behaviour researcher
Utrecht University / researcher on dog welfare
Episode: Ep. 64 Quality of Life Research for Shelter Dogs

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Tom Candy
Host of Simplifying Shelter Behaviour.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Awesome Info

    This podcast has helped me provide better care to all my foster fur friends!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Silver linings1
    United States3 years ago
  • Great podcast for rescues

    I look forward to every new episode, I always learn something new, thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pinkazoid
    United States3 years ago
  • Brilliant podcast for rescues and shelters!!

    Love this informative podcast with real life strategies for working with common behaviors seen in rescues and shelters! Tom Candy is highly qualified and brings on world renowned guests in the behavior world to chat about critical topics!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sage!!!
    United States3 years ago

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guests are high-quality experts from veterinary and shelter fields
episodes are informative and actionable for improving welfare and adoption outcomes
fans appreciate the focus on reducing stress and improving staff well-being
listeners praise practical, real-world strategies for shelters

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Ep. 72 Adopt-A-Dog Nights and the Power of Community Partnerships
Q: Where do people go to do that?
Garcia directs listeners to Border Tails Rescue's website and its Instagram, Facebook and TikTok accounts, where they can see adoptable dogs, applications, events and ways to support the rescue.
Ep. 72 Adopt-A-Dog Nights and the Power of Community Partnerships
Q: Do you find that you do have a lot of returns or actually it works quite well with meeting dogs there?
Garcia says returns have been very rare. The rescue selects dogs for the environment, provides adoption counseling and post-adoption support, and treats any return as a chance to learn more about the dog in a home.
Ep. 68 One Welfare Approach to Support Shelter Animals
Q: How do returns fit into a one welfare framework, and how can shelters respond?
Returns are a community service opportunity that can provide valuable information to improve future adoptions; focusing on trust, ongoing support, and flexible pathways helps keep families and pets together where possible.
Ep. 68 One Welfare Approach to Support Shelter Animals
Q: What is one welfare and why is it important in shelters?
One welfare connects human well-being, animal welfare, and environmental health, suggesting shelters should operate with systems-level thinking and community-based approaches rather than isolated interventions.
Ep. 51 Supporting Frustrated Shelter Dogs with Dr. Sophie Liu
Q: How can trainers assess a dog's readiness in a shelter setting?
Use observation-based assessments to gauge whether the dog is acclimated and ready for training, rather than relying on battery tests which can be stressful and uninformative in a shelter context.

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This program focuses on shelter and rescue welfare, behavior, and management with a strong emphasis on practical, evidence-informed methods. Episodes feature veterinary behaviorists, shelter directors, trainers, and researchers discussing how to reduce stress, improve welfare, and increase adoptability for dogs and other companions. A standout aspect is its multidisciplinary approach, integrating science, real-world shelter operations, and volunteer engagement to scale humane outcomes. The show is likely especially helpful for practitioners and leaders in shelters, rescue groups, and animal-wac programs seeking actionable strategies and practical frameworks to implement quickly.

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Recent guests on Simplifying Shelter Behaviour include:

1. Harleigh Garcia
2. Samantha Wayland
3. Amy Fitzsimmons
4. Lauren Powell
5. Lexis Ly
6. Lorenzo JW Fox
7. Adrian Ray-Avalani
8. Kelly Dunbar

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