Lisa Waggoner - The Gift Every Dog Wants From Their Human

In this enlightening episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Lisa Waggoner, co-founder of Cold Nose College, about her journey in dog training and the importance of positive reinforcement.

We discussed everything from her rural North Carolina base to the impactful work she and her husband Brad do through the Victoria Stilwell Academy.

Lisa shared how important it is to make dogs feel physically and emotionally safe, the value of mental enrichment, and how her personal experiences have shaped her training methods.

We also touched upon her popular book, Rocket Recall, and the misunderstandings around dog needs. Join us for a heartfelt conversation filled with valuable advice for dog parents and trainers alike.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:16 Lisa's Background and Cold Nose College
01:54 The Importance of Emotional and Physical Safety for Dogs
04:50 Lisa's Journey to Positive Reinforcement Training
10:09 Understanding Dog Body Language
18:44 The Significance of Time and Enrichment for Dogs
26:06 Debunking Dominance Theory
31:25 Conclusion and Resources

Find out more and connect with Lisa:

Website: https://www.coldnosecollege.com

Bio: Lisa Lyle Waggoner is a passionate advocate for humane, science-based, force-free dog training. She’s the author of The Original Rocket Recall™: Teach Your Dog to Come. She’s a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed, a Pat Miller Certified Trainer-Level 2, Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer, and faculty member of the Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Training and Behavior, and an Ordained Interspecies Animal Chaplain.
Lisa is the founder of Cold Nose College, a labor of love that blossomed into a world-renowned center of education for both dog owners and professional trainers. She’s well-known for her clear, compassionate, and engaging teaching skills and is dedicated to helping dogs and their owners form a strong bond and enjoy their lives together.
She lives in western North Carolina in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and shares her life with her best friend, husband, and business partner, Brad, and their Australian Shepherd, Keaton.

Lisa's FREE gift: https://www.coldnosecollege.com/12-rules-of-rocket-recall

Are you tired of calling your dog’s name into thin air only to be met with indifference? Say goodbye to frustration and hello to harmony with our exclusive free resource: The 12 Rules of Rocket Recall Quick Reference Guide.

Social media links: https://www.facebook.com/coldnosecollege https://www.instagram.com/coldnosecollege/

The Special Valentine's offer:

60% savings on both offerings found on the website (both coupon codes are the same) and both valid Feb 9 through February 16, 2025.   

- Rocket Recall Instructor’s Handout Kit, Coupon Code LOVE2024
- The Rocket Recall Self-Paced Online Program LOVE2024

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