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Fouche Way
BRANDON FOUCHE |
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Brandon Fouché began his canine rehabilitation program more than twenty years ago. He has developed an uncanny understanding of the "pack mentality" in dogs, although he would tell you that he doesn't have a special gift; anyone can do it, all one has to do is listen, look, and feel. Rehabilitating aggressive dogs, offering them a second chance at a wonderful life, has been his passion.
Of the thousands of dogs that he has rehabilitated, he says, "There are no two dogs alike, just as there are no two people alike." His ability to understand the good in all dogs, and find the lines of communication in every dog he meets, is what makes him so uniquely successful as a behaviorist.
Often called Los Angeles’s “miracle worker” for dogs, Brandon takes dogs that are considered by others to be hopeless cases and turns them into loving dogs. He is proud to be the dog behaviorist and rehabilitator for rescue organizations in Los Angeles and surrounding areas. To date, he has not met a dog that he hasn't been able to help.
The best description of his approach to his work comes from his father who told him, "Do something you enjoy doing, not what you think you should do. And don't look with your eyes, your eyes see limitation. Look with your heart and find out what it is you already know." Brandon looks at "his" dogs with his heart.
www.brandonfouche.com
info@brandonfouche.com
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Show Summary & Guests |
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Thursday, May 23, 2013 |
Are you a SCIENCE guy or gal? If you need "proof" or "reason" or "evidence" in order to truly believe, don't miss Brandon's intro today! Brandon challenges us to use our brain and not to forget that our dog's have a brain too!
A Jazz song - Shinji, owner of Jazz, never gave up on his 3 year old male black lab mix who had become aggressive towards people and dogs after he was bitten at the dog park when he was a year and a half. They went to a variey of trainers but teaching Jazz how to sit and come didn't help. Shinji knew that training wasn't the answer and he knew there must be more to help Jazz's fear aggression. There was a REASON he learned the behavior which means Jazz could unlearn it. See Jazz's transformation in these videos. youtu.be/D0VP8tV00aQ youtu.be/sBe-IyCV5qk Jazz is learning by being with the pack and Brandon is teaching Shinji how to take his new knowledge home and put it to use!
Rita Rejected! - Rita, a pretty blue pitbull, used to go to doggy daycare, but she became aggressive and the daycare people isolated her and told Sarah, her owner, that Rita couldn't come back. Sarah thought that she would use toys and exercise to help control Rita's hyperactivity. Little did she know she was adding to the problem! Listen to how Rita's "playing" in the house translated to her "hunting" outside the house. And the PROOF that Rita can be with dogs is here: youtu.be/GhY_EVLjsRc. Here the video a Rita in the pool that Brandon and Sarah talk about: youtu.be/Dj41P1ehpbw
Valentino joins the pack - Nicole revisits the show and discusses Valentino, the German Shepherd she found in Ladera Hills. He'd been living in the streets for awhile but what his evaluation revealed was that Valentino has lived in a human world AND a street world. He is balanced in both. Listen to why his human caretakers can't react out of fear at this critical stage in Valentino's captured life. Valentino's next stage is to be taken back to the environment where he was found and let him CHOOSE to stay with the pack or go back to the streets from where he was found. Stay tuned for more of his journey and the let the EVIDENCE unfold. Video of Valentino (with the leash) out with the pack. youtu.be/fxMSkdp0iJ0 |
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Thursday, May 16, 2013 |
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Thursday, May 9, 2013 |
Do you want to fix your dog without fixing yourself first? Listen to why your dog will never get better if you don't look at yourself first.
Romie's Rehabilitation - We heard Kat on a previous show talk about her dog Romie. She's back to share about how she and her husband were holding Romie's rehabilitation back while Romie's been at Brandon's facility. Listen as Brandon explains how his hands were tied, and the rehabilitation could not move forward. What was the change that happened in Kat and her husband and what happened once Romie was in rehab? Quote of the show "You never really know a dog until you see them fight." Listen to hear what Brandon has learned about Romie and how Kat was finally able to let go of her fears. Here is video of Romie's horse "lesson" youtu.be/45VDG0IEV1A
House Calls and more - Dr. Patricia Fitzgerald revisits the show and talks about how she's spreading The Fouche Way and all it's different layers. She compares Brandon to the "Dr" for dogs. She's joined by Summer, who's story is just one of the many layers of The Fouche Way. One of Summer's two dogs was nipping at other dogs but it was her OTHER dog that was causing the problems.
Read Patricia's Huffington Post interview with Brandon huffingtonpost.com/dr-patricia-fitzgerald/dog-owner-tips_b_2897508.html
See her foster dog "BUD" who is is Fouche approved and ready for a forever home! He's the white American Bulldog in the video youtu.be/mIwjc3qJuZU
The Fouche Way educational resources (seminar, videos, radio show, etc) can be found at brandonfouche.com |
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Thursday, May 2, 2013 |
DANGER IS REAL but FEAR IS A CHOICE - The biggest problems we have with our dogs is the thing we have greatest control over...learned behaviors. How does our own FEAR prevent us from taking back the control?
Brooklyn Blues - Adam discusses his female dog Brooklyn who was fighting with his other male boxer whenever Brooklyn felt insecure. Adam played "games" with her for a year and she ended up aggressive towards other dogs and aggressive towards people. Adam went through the conventional "training" programs, but felt he needed something new - something different - that would offer a real, permanent solution...not just a quick fix. Listen as Adam shares how the Fouche Way was the answer he was looking for and Brooklyn's fear aggression was finally assessed accurately. youtube.com/watch?v=qSbkzoNdH_4
Fostering Fear - Robin from Angel City Pit Bulls rescue group talks about the fear she experienced after an incident with her foster dog Mason. She resorted to "crating and rotating" which just produced more frustration and aggression. With Brandon's guidance she finally put Mason together with some dogs. Not only is Robin overcoming her fear, but she is trusting her dogs and trusting herself! angelcitypits.org
Blended family - Blending families can be challenging. Add some dogs into the mix and it can become even more challenging. Next, add to the equation the fact that none of the dogs get along! Leilani is attacking Hudson. Hudson doesn't like Donkey. And Donkey doesn't like Leilani or Hudson! Listen to Sara talk about how she had to face her fearof putting the dogs together so that her new family could come together successfully. Brandon and Sara have a candid conversation about hierarchy, fear, aggression, stress, and of course why "training" isn't the answer. youtube.com/watch?v=Gp-ot8MuZJg |
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Thursday, April 25, 2013 |
Brandon may be located in Los Angeles but he helps people all over the country
Steve calls from San Diego about his Banjo. Steve did everything he thought he was supposed to...so why did he start biting people? Listen to find out why DO-ing the right thing, isn't nearly as important as BE-ing the right way.
Elijiah calls all the way from Alaska! He inherited 36 dogs from his father who passed away and is on the brink of mental and physical exhaustion. Listen to Brandon explain to him WHY he has to put the dogs together and help the dogs start living like a pack. This is a jam packed segment that is filled with information that every multiple dog owner should listen to...whether your pack is 3 dogs or 30 dogs and anything in between.
Tommy calls from Washington! Brandon evaluated some video of Tommy's dogs and they discuss what Brandon was able to see in the videos. Listen to why a dog charges another dog and how genetic and learned behaviors contribute to dog greetings. |
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Thursday, April 18, 2013 |
IMPRINTING! What does it all mean? Are you imprinting on your dog the way you want to? How could this lead to aggression? Listen to how Brandon imprints on his dogs!
Donny and Jen discuss their dog Lily - Lily was being aggressive and the trainers they went to told them THE DOG was the problem? Why did Donny and Jen think that maybe THEY were the problem? Lily had fear aggression but was making the decision to move FORWARD because of what humans taught her. Brandon explains why a fearful dog should go BACKWARD.
In studio guest and friend, Jody Newman, talks about the many dogs she has adopted from Brandon. It hasn't always been a straight, easy road, but with Brandon's help and guidance she's gained confidence and skills to handle her 4 dogs. Jody also announces her new documentary "No-Kill" which Brandon inspired her to do. More information to come... |
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Thursday, April 11, 2013 |
How to BE instead of what to DO! An important Fouche Way concept to understand. But first...South LA Shelter Grand Opening Shout Outs!
South LA Shelter Intervention Program - Lori Weise discusses the new innovative program that's designed to keep dogs out of the the shelter! Any shelter can do this so listen closely on how you can help your community. For updates and information about the program visit downtowndogrescue.com/news/
Be REAL with your dog. Brandon talks about what this all means...the Fouche Way. This is the essence of the Fouche Way. Listen closely and listen repeately.
Chanelle discusses her dog Olympia - everything was going great the first year...then she started chasing skateboards, snarling, and lunging. She followed the trainers advise but nothing helped Olympia's aggression. Brandon explains why he believes there are no accidental bites, and Chanelle was given a "discipline" bite by her own dog! Now after an evaluation with Brandon the skateboard problem is solved and Chanelle can walk her 90lb dog with ease.
Expectant mother Rebecca talks about her dog Irie - just like Chanelle, the 1st year was great....but then things went south. Listen to why the "things we DO" that were originally designed for "working dogs" are creating the unwanted behaviors in our family pets. |
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Thursday, April 4, 2013 |
Does Time Really Exist? When dealing with dog aggression the only thing that matters is what's happening NOW! The Fouche Way is teaching how to interpret our dogs emotions and jump start the hormones that are laying dormant in order to prevent aggression.
Pudge - Kat discuss her English Bulldog "Pudge". This is how she described him before meeting with Brandon, "He isn't aggressive to all dogs, he barks when he hears noises, he growls for a variety of reasons, some times he doesn't want to be touched or when he feels threatened. I feel his aggression is random." Pudge was even aggressive to Kathy and other people and was biting people's feet! Listen to how he hurt her bothPHYSICALLY and EMOTIONALLYand how this STUBBORN breed needed to change his behavior HORMONALLY!
Pack Breakdown - Cathy Chang rejoins the show to discuss her 5 dogs and the breakdown in pack structure which resulted in multiple fights and HOW Brandon guided her on bringing them back together. If you have had household fights....listen closely and know that there IS an answer! |
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Thursday, March 28, 2013 |
Who are YOU as a person? Do you REALLY know? And how does this relate to dog aggression?
Clarity uncovered - Malia and her husband adopted Buddha from the Carson shelter. He had a deformed leg and desperately needed to be rescued. However, at only 8 months old, he growled at everyone accept them. After 4 years of managing his people and dog aggression and working with a couple of trainers, they were seeking clarity on his behaviors from Brandon. Find out what happened when Buddha's perceived "genetic" behaviors were actually "learned" behaviors and how Buddha has transformed since his consultation.
Are you smarter than your dog?
Marilyn discusses her SMART Siberian Husky, Frankey. But is he smarter than Marilyn? Frankey is a "roamer" that loved to go explore. Marilyn was constantly chasing him until she finally gave up. How come after one visit with Brandon he no longer runs away and chooses to stay by Marilyn's side? Listen and find out why it's a hormal shift that needed to happen, not a physical solution.
Q&A Session - Nikki rescued a German Shepherd that had been living on the streets for years. Listen to this Q & A session with Nikki and Brandon to learn why the transition from street dog to home dog can be challenging for dogs and humans. |
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Thursday, March 21, 2013 |
Are you addicted to your unhealthy relationship with your dog? Are you WILLING to change or are you RESISTENT to change?
Melissa's corgi-mix Snock was dog and people aggressive, including aggressive to her! Snock was definitely controlling the household! Listen on how we show leadership to a new dog and how the love and affection Melissa and her husband did in the beginning created a "learned behavior" of dominance and aggression. Melissa took Snock home and is able to control this learned behavior emotionally as opposed to through training. She can now pick him up without getting bitten! Check out video of Snock walking with Branon's assitant Leroy. Youtube
Veronica talks about her dog Maxine who has struggled for over a year with Maxine's dog aggression. She worked with different trainers using every technique from treats to shock collars...but they were all band-aid solutions. Veronica was almost ready to give up but thanks to Vernonica's willingess to change, Maxine is now socializing with other dogs on and off leash.
Susan returns with Keke who is resistent to change and is continuing to have problems with her dog. Is she willing to listen to Brandon's instructions? (Listen to her previous episode at 02/21/13 show).
Link to Dr. Patricia Fitzgerald's article and video with Brandon on the Huffington Post - huffingtonpost.com - Dr.Patricia Fitzgerald dog owner tips |
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Thursday, March 14, 2013 |
THE BIG PICTURE! The Fouche Way is helping dogs from entering animal shelters one dog at a time.
Dana discusses her dog Wesley who had been previously adopted and returned several times. Dana was never going to give up on Wesley even after a dog fight with their second dog Charlotte occurred during her wedding (see video here Youtube)! Once Dana took charge of the household, Wesley no longer feels the need to take control of situations and they have been living peacefully for over a year! Listen to how she changed her environment from predator to prey. Lot's of great tips and Dana shares her experiences with others so she can spread the a message of "Don't Give Up On Your Dog!"
Dog Owner's Dilema - how can veterinary instructions conflict with what nature intended? Cathy Chang returns to the show to discuss the problems she's having with her dogs King and Gilbert after Gilbert had leg surgery. Prior to the surgery all the dogs were getting along. Why can "separating a dog from a pack" lead to aggression. Listen closely for information on dogs establishing pack order physically AND mentally. If you have multiple dogs or will ever have multiple dogs....don't miss out on this segment!
Marla, the lawyer, gives concrete statistics about dogs being killed in shelters. Educate yourself so YOU can be part of The Big Picture! |
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Thursday, March 7, 2013 |
Do you really know what fear aggression, leash aggression and fight or flight mean? Listen to Brandon and his guests talk about these important "aggression" talking points. And how can you take the Fouche Way into the shelters to help save more lives!
Fiona discusses her dog Jordan and finds out...Is it fear aggression or genetics? And who's really in control of the environment. Youtue
Jennifer talks with Brandon about Fight or Flight! We can never hear enough about fight or flight and Jennifer gets real and talks about being honest about HER part in her dog's behavior.
Joanie talks about Brody the chihuahua. She had been told by a trainer to euthanize him because he was human and dog aggressive. He even tried to bite her after having him in her home for only two months. Fast forward two years....after one session with Brandon she has gained the skills to help change Brody's (and her own) behavior. Youtube
Nancy helps integrate two Palm Springs shelter dogs The Fouche Way. After 14 months of being kenneled they are now in their forever homes! Mia, from last week joins the conversation and talks more about how great her foster dog Oreo is doing. Contact Brandon or downtowndogrescue.org to adopt this Fouche Way dog! |
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Thursday, February 28, 2013 |
Honoring an O.G., Learning a new language, Fostering the Fouche Way and more!
Listen to this episode packed full of information with guests Lori, Debra, Josh, Mia, and Patricia! There is something for everyone in this episode from those new to the Fouche Way and long time followers. And if you foster dogs or want to foster dogs, listen to Mia talks about how she does this rewarding service the Fouche Way.
Fouche Way Pop Quiz: Do you know the difference between "doing" and "being"? Listen closely for the answer. |
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Thursday, February 21, 2013 |
Fundraising Reminder - Support Adam Medhurst who is running for CHIP in 9 days! my.reason2race.com/AdamMedhurst
Trust, Love, and Patience - Brandon welcomes two guests who have worked with him for years. Listen to how the Fouche Way is more than training...it's a way of life!
Playing The Part - Do you think you aren't an "alpha" personality? Don't let that stop you from communicating with your dog. Listen to Susan who learned how to be "alpha" to her dog ChiChi by playing the part. Chi-Chi is gone but she's applied the same principles to her new dog KeKe.
Nine years of Fouche - Joanie has worked with Brandon for 9 years. Listen to her discuss her dogs Oreo, Sadie, Rocky who all have different personalities and have had their own challenges and joys throughout the years. |
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Thursday, February 14, 2013 |
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Thursday, February 7, 2013 |
Is The Fouche Way for everyone? Listen to Brandon himself talk about who may or may not need his help.
Love Thy Neighbor - Brandon's first guest, Andrea, talks about her dog Cookie that was attacked by the neighbor's dog. Instead of condemning her neighbor and dog, she supported her through an emotional experience for all involved parties. Cookie is healed and her neighbor's dog is getting the help she needs. An inspirational story of people working together for the good fo the community.
Jealousy in action - A REAL LIFE example of how jealousy, love, and affection CAUSED a fight between two dogs and how The Fouche Way STOPPED the fight immediately! If you've been unsure whether The Fouche Way would work when push came to shove...listen to this story and belive!
Romie's re-education - Here's what Kat wrote about her standard poodle, Romie BEFORE meeting with Brandon " "After 2 yrs going through all the other trainers (10+) with the reconditioning and the treats to no avail and... then to think that the collars and the alpha rolls were a last resort - only to find after these last six months of intense work with this approach to have his aggression no better or possibly worse, break my heart". Here's what Kat wrote AFTER she met with Brandon. "Brandon told me that although Romie had some genetic aggression, it has been my behavior and the wrong kind of training that spiraled Romie up to a level 10....Brandon gave me some techniques to use with Romie which have yielded immediate results. We intend to continue with socialization work. I will keep you posted on Romie's progress. I am hopeful. So if you have a good dog and he is behaving aggressively, you should have some reason to hope as well." Listen to her story and visit The Fouche Way Facebook page to see her full written response. |
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Thursday, January 31, 2013 |
Mexican Journey - Janeth Torres calls about her dog she brought all the way from Mexico to work with Brandon. Kreysha was locked in a car and never socialized until she came to Brandon. The doctors prescribed medication and told Janeth that her dog could never be fixed. Trainers and behaviorists said her dog should be killed. She could not bring herself to do it. Kreysha is looking for a forever home. See video of Kreysha here. Youtube
Fouche Way Follow-up! Nicole was one of Brandon's first guests and spoke about working with Brandon on bringing her new baby into the house. Now the baby is 9 1/2 months old. Listen to see how things have been going with the baby and her two dogs, Sammy and Pearl. (The original show link can be heard here 07/19/12 show). See Brandon and Nicole in a TV news segment which aired today: abclocal.go.com/
Don't Give Up - Jason Alexander talks about his dog Finn who had two "bites" within a few weeks of bringing him home...including biting a friend of Jason's in the face. He was going to return him to the shelter until he spoke to Brandon. Jason did not give up on his dog and has been working with Brandon. Listen and learn why Finn is "secure yet insecure" and needs to learn how to be with dogs to truly learn what he needs to be with people. Here is he getting the socialization he needs with Brandon's pack. Youtube |
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Thursday, January 24, 2013 |
Disharmonious home - Jennifer discusses her two fighting dogs, Byron and Zuzu. With a husband and two children, they had to resolve the fighting or else Zuzu, the "fighter" was going to have to go. Byron was with them for 11 years so he wasn't the problem...Or was he? Listen and find out why Zuzu thought she was helping Jennifer and how they now have a peaceful household.
How long will you work with your dog's issues? 11 years of "training" didn't solve Abby's problem with her aggressive Nakota. Listen to some of the techniques she used that didn't work and why Brandon disagrees with them. With the Fouche Way, Nakota is no longer growling at her in bed, he's walking behind her, and is calm around other dogs on leash.
Fouche Way Follow-Up with Martine and her dog Jura from Colorado. Martine talks about her new found relationship with Jura and why being a "leader" has created a stronger, deeper bond with her dog. Listen to her original story which aired on Nov 15. A truly inspiring transformation and example of how the Fouche Way can transform not only our dog's lives but our personal lives. |
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Thursday, January 17, 2013 |
Don't give up! - Deanna Mzaharias discuss her dogs Tula and Rosie who were fighting and she thought she'd have to get rid of them. Find out what Deanna had to do to keep both of her dogs in her home.
Special Guest Scotllund Haisley with ANIMAL RESCUE CORP joins Brandon in a discussion about the great work that his organization is involved in. Scotlund is a true animal rescuer in action working with dog fighting busts, puppy mills, disaster relief and more! www.animalrescuecorps.org |
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Thursday, January 10, 2013 |
Fouche Way Follow-up! Previous caller Diana, follows up with her dog Lucca who was aggressive to little dogs. Listen to how she's been a good Fouche Way "listener" and trusted herself to successfully bring a new miniature pincher into her household.
Pearl, the fully Fouche Way'ed dog - Long time client Nancy Kline gets a tune-up. Listen to how she's moving forward with her rescue dog Pearl who she integrated into her pack successfully but has had trouble walking her outside.
Charlie the Australian Shepherd "herding" in the wrong way - Ryan calls in about their Australian Shepherd, Charlie, who was going after dogs left and right. After working with FOUR trainers they finally found the Fouche Way. Now that Charlie is no longer the lead "herder" in the house he's been living a normal life where he doesn't have to "work" so hard at being in charge.
A story of Love, Devotion, and Relationship! - Don Caffrey, a trial lawyer, talks about his dog Shadow that was killed by animal control because of aggression. Don visited Shadow at the shelter TWICE A DAY EVERY DAY while Shadow was being held. Don has written a book about Shadow, and wishes he knew the Fouche Way THEN like he does NOW! Don't miss this show! |
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Thursday, January 3, 2013 |
Happy 2013! - First up Brandon asks "What type of person are you?"
Veterinarian Dr. Paula Terifaj talks to Brandon about when it's appropriate to use medication to treat behavioral problems. If you have an anxious dog or have ever thought about using medication on your dog, don't miss this segment! Dr. Terifaj's practice can be found at www.foundersvet.com, tel:714-990-0661. Also, Dr Terifaj has a one-of-kind dog resort in Desert Hot Springs that she runs in her off-time. www.dogsparesort.com tel:760-600-0246.
Paula Vila talks about her dog Mia. Mia was a "great, fun, dog" but the rescue failed to mention she was food and dog aggressive, and afraid of men and children! Paula got expelled from a training facility before she found Brandon. And what happens when a dog has been "rehabbed" and "moved on" but the human hasn't? How can the human catch-up with the dog?
Al Potash is a Marriage, Family Therapist who is also a client of Brandon's. Al talks about relationship in regards to our pets and how this correlates with our human relationships? The "Fouche Way" is definitly NOT about training and Al and Brandon have a fascinating dialouge about human parenting and dog parenting. Also, Al discusses his boston terrier Baxter who was great with Al...until his wife walked in the room and then he turned into a boston TERROR! So was Baxter really the problem or was he just confused about his proper place in the household? More information about Al's practice can be found at www.albertpotash.com or call 310-463-6638. |
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Thursday, December 27, 2012 |
Yelp and Google to the rescue - All our callers today found Brandon through the internet. If you have good things to say, write a review and help others out there find a solution and not give up on their dog.
Today, Jayne discuss her dog Evee who was disciplining and correcting HER. She was using positive reinforcement which she tells everyone did not work. Brandon explains how the natural predatory environment makes a balanced dog, but once brought into a home...we create an unbalanced environment for the dog. Watch Evee play with Brandon's pack http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oatZ07vfV3w
Lou adopted his dog Dorian even though he was told that he was dog aggressive. Dorian had multiple dog fights and Lou has even gotten bitten trying to break up the fights. Brandon discusses the mindset of Dorian. What does FETCH do to a dog's mind? What's the difference between physical vs emotional energy? Dorian and Lou have more work do to. Keep tuning in to keep learning along with them.
Here is Dorian with Brandon's pack http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XyogOaFs0p
REHAB! Caroline and Gary got their two dogs all the way from Czechoslovakia at six weeks old. The two dogs were fighting all the time and they were ready to give one of them up. Brandon discovered that one of the dogs had behavioral problems that were genetic, not learned. Rehabilitation and medication were all part of the program to get the girls living together again. Listen closely to learn about breeders, genetic predispositions, sibling rivalry, games and more! |
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Thursday, December 20, 2012 |
A Reason to Run! Dog lover Adam Medhurst is running a marathon and raising funds for the non-profit Canine Hope for Improvement Program. https://my.reason2race.com/AdamMedhurst. Help sponsor his reason to run!
Nicole discusses her dog Moose. Check out the video of Moose at Brandon's facility http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCqt_cdWStk
Emily talks about her dog Lola who was adopted from shelter in New York and was a volunteer favorite and passed her temperament test with flying colors. Listen to what changed and how our human needs can change things. Here is a video of Lola at the dog park http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txxpSrHIKdk
Ciddy is an animal advocate that has three dogs who all live separately, behind gates, and other things set up in her house so that the dogs can never get together. Tune in today to find out how she went from being all "love and affection" to understanding that she will be able to help MORE dogs by opening herself up to the Fouche Way. |
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Thursday, December 13, 2012 |
Temperament Tests, Breed Characteristics, and Dog Parks!
Candace talks about her dog Milos, who was adopted from Baldwin Park Shelter. Milos is a border collie mix which Candace thought that she needed to "control" based on the BREED CHARACTERISICS. But listen to how Brandon explains that the breed characteristics need to apply to us humans as well. And listen to how we create the frankensteins that our dogs turn into by playing tug-o-war, playing with toys, and too much love and affection.
Brandon talks about the LA Animal Services proposal to implement SAFER (Safety Assessment For Evaluating Re-homing) temperament testing in the city shelters. Is it the animals that need SAFER or is it the humans that need a SAFER test?
Rona speaks about her dog Roscoe, who was a rescue all the way from North Carolina! Rona is a first time dog owner that has a dog that has a personality that Brandon explains is a perfect example of why every dog is different and must be treated differently. Listen why Roscoe needed more freedom of choice! Brandon's assistant Leroy joins the conversation about DOG PARKS. Don't miss this important dialogue. |
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 |
Are you the juicy bone that your dog doesn't want to share?
Mike Campbell has a boston terrier named Buster Brown! Mike is an experienced dog owner who thought he knew a lot...but Buster Brown showed him that he still had some things to learn! Don't miss this spirited conversation with a great guest.
Also, Brandon talks more about fear, animals in nature, and a Fouche Way follower from Virginia, Tommy Meyhoeffer, speaks with Brandon about how he found out about Brandon and is helping the Fouche Way grow in all areas of the country! |
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Thursday, November 29, 2012 |
The FEAR episode - don't be afraid of your fear.
First, Debbie, from last week's show, returns to give an update on what's going on with her dogs Charlie and Zoe and how getting over HER OWN FEAR changed everything. Check out a video of Charlie learning how to play with Brandon's pack: http://youtu.be/iiMSpMYYLp4
Second, WHAT IS A PIT BULL? Brandon talks about the history of the pit bull terrier and addresses common myths and preconceived notions and reminds everyone...every dog is different and they must be treated as individuals.
Finally, Brandon talks with Diana about her dog Lucca who she had never been able to take off leash around other dogs. She had worked with a trainer who brought her to Brandon's seminar. Fast forward one month, now look at Leroy, Brandon's assistant, walking Lucca: http://youtu.be/oJbnmah6J9I |
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Thursday, November 22, 2012 |
Special Thanksgiving show with LIVE callers sharing what they are thankful for!
But first, Brandon speaks to Debbie about her two dogs Charlie and Zoe. Both dogs, rescued off the streets in South LA, were trying to "kill each other". 7 month old Charlie was on lock down, separated from Zoe with Debbie rotating around her house. Find out how Brandon reconnected the dogs and taught Debbie how to be the leader. Here's video of Zoe and Charlie getting ready to take a ride together in Brandon's car.
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Thursday, November 15, 2012 |
Today, Brandon talks about his educational non-profit, Canine Hope for Improvement Program (CHIP), and he has two great guests on the show! Also, learn how kennel cough can mask who your new dog really is.
First caller is Allie, who adopted Maggie from the West LA shelter. She wondered if she would play ok with other dogs, but when she brought her home and walked her on leash, the dog was reactive. Allie reached out to Downtown Dog Rescue who referred her to Brandon. Here is what Allie said, "We decided to take Maggie to Brandon after a failed attempt at attending an obedience school class. She barked, whined and went nuts when we walked into the training room. Obviously not the way to go with her! The trainers were pretty clueless about how to get her to calm down and she was given a whole bag of treats while trying to get her to calm down through positive reinforcement. We got her to submit to us in about a minute using Brandon's advice." Video of Maggie out with some of Brandon's dogs http://youtu.be/E2NIqNVNG6I
And a special in-studio guest travels all the way from Boulder, CO to work with Brandon! Martine discusses her dog Jura with Brandon and the progress she has seen in a very short time. As Martine says about Jura , "From dog (fear) aggressive to a part of the pack...the Fouche way!" Here is Jura meeting Brandon's horse http://youtu.be/ZKPfQIs8f_c
See more video of both dogs at www.youtube.com/FoucheWay |
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Thursday, November 8, 2012 |
FEATURED DOG FOR ADOPTION! Listen to Debbie discuss the HUGE progress she has made with her Downtown Dog Rescue foster dog HAMSTER after an evaluation with Brandon. Here is Hamster hiking on his evaluation day http://youtu.be/MDK_JLEpBz0
The show tomorrow has past caller, Erin, calling back in to tell Brandon about their progress. Remember Kingston, the super cute Frenchie who was aggressive with people, check out his video of him and his owner at the dog park!http://youtu.be/WavxZeNWn_E
Duncan's family literally felt trapped and had no idea where to turn for help with their dog. Tune in tomorrow to hear how this sad beginning has a happy ending. Watch him with dogs at Brandon's facility here http://youtu.be/xpeiEp1HExU
Tune in and discover why Ashley didn't give up on her dog Enok. This is what she wrote to Brandon to describe her dog's behavior before her consultation, "He bit the FedEx guy within two weeks of being adopted. He has nipped/bitten over ten people since then." |
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Thursday, November 1, 2012 |
Listen to Brandon speak with Matt Beisner of Zen Dog Training as he discusses the challenge that he faced with one of his dogs. As a trainer, he thought he had tried every possible technique and yet his dog was so aggressive, he felt that the dog was not safe to live in the community. It's a great story with a happy ending.
Mouse, was a South LA shelter dog photographed and networked by the Lu Parker Project team of volunteers, rescued by Downtown Dog Rescue and adopted by Suzanne and her family. She seemed like an easy going submissive dog that got along with all people and all dogs, especially her two children that she adores. Add a new pit bull puppy, some time to settle into her new home and there was trouble. If it wasn't for Suzanne's dedication to finding a solution rather than giving up, Mouse would likely have been another returned rescue dog. Listen how Brandon diagnosed Mouse's "problem". Check out some video of Mouse playing with new dogs http://youtu.be/IJJvbijfwCI
FEATURED DOG FOR ADOPTION! West LA shelter dog, SONORA, is being fostered by a LAAS volunteer while still looking for her forever home. Rather than finding a rescue in another state or shipping her to Canada, the volunteers decided to find out if Sonora liked to play and would she be OK living in a home with other dogs since this is what potential adopters are looking for. Brandon assessed her and the good news is, SHE LOVES OTHER DOGS and should be adopted into a home with another dog. Please help us find Sonora her forever home so the volunteers can continue to save more dogs like Sonora who had limited time left at the shelter. http://youtu.be/b9beT4HlzMw |
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Thursday, October 25, 2012 |
Tiberus played ball with her owners and they used positive reinforcement to address her issues with dog aggression. Find out how they were able to adopt a second dog with Brandon's help.
Jefferson + Eve brought Marcus to Brandon after trying different trainers, using avoidance techniques and a prong collar to control him while walking. He was so strong and determined to be aggressive with all dogs other than their female Shepherd, they could not walk him. In just two months after rescuing him, they didn't know where to turn before meeting with Brandon. Find out how Brandon helped them connect with their dog. |
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