Dr. Caryn is an animal behaviorist and trainer serving the Greater Fredericksburg and Northern Neck areas of Virginia. She has teamed up WWER 88.1 (Colonial Beach Community Radio https://wwer.org) and Host Jeron Hayes (https://thehappymeemaw.com) to produce a podcast where she answers questions from frustrated pet owners related to behavior & training. The Ask Dr. Caryn Show airs each month on the second Thursday (8PM) and second Saturday (9AM) and is then uploaded here. Submit your questions to Dr. Caryn (https://askdrcaryn.com/contact) and she will answer them on air during the show.
Ask Dr. Caryn About Animal Behavior and Training
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Dr. Caryn is an animal behaviorist and trainer serving the Greater Fredericksburg and Northern Neck areas of Virginia. She has teamed up WWER 88.1 (Colonial Beach Community Radio https://wwer.org) and Host Jeron Hayes (https://thehappymeemaw.com) to produce a podcast where she answers questions from frustrated pet owners related to behavior & training. The Ask Dr. Caryn Show airs each month on the second Thursday (8PM) and second Saturday (9AM) and is then uploaded here. Submit your questions to Dr. Caryn (https://askdrcaryn.com/contact) and she will answer them on air during the show.
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Recent Episodes
June 18, 2026
EP08 Resource Guarding
<p>Dr. Caryn and The Happy Meemaw discuss resource guarding in dogs. </p><p>What is it? What causes it? How Serious is it? Can it be fixed? </p><p><strong>Two Critical Mistakes to Avoid</strong></p><p>Never Punish the Growl: If your dog growls, she is communicating that she is uncomfortable. If you punish the growl, you might successfully stop the noise, but you haven't fixed the underlying fear. Instead, you create a dog that suppresses their warning signs and resorts straight to a bite.</p><p>Don't Use "Alpha" Techniques: Forcing your dog onto her back, pinning her, or yelling will only validate her fear that you are a threat to her resources, making the guarding significantly worse.</p><p><strong>When to Call a Professional: </strong>If your dog is snapping, lunging, or biting, or if there are children in the household, do not attempt behavior modification on your own. Reach out to a certified positive-reinforcement behavior consultant (such as an IAABC or CPDT-KA certified trainer) to help you set up a safe, customized plan. Or just Ask Dr. Caryn for help!</p><p><br></p>
June 9, 2026
EP07 Public Outings with Your Dog
<p>Dr. Caryn and The Happy Meemaw re-emphasize the importance of the <strong>critical socialization period</strong> for puppies between eight and twelve weeks old, emphasizing positive exposure to new environments. Dr. Caryn offers practical strategies for managing <strong>dogs</strong> and setting them up for success at community events such as festivals and markets to ensure safety and comfort. Finally she addresses complex emotional issues such as <strong>separation anxiety, reactivity </strong>in public spaces, and how to support <strong>rescue dogs</strong> that are fearful of strangers.</p>
June 9, 2026
EP06 Behavioral Issues & Pet Health
<p>Dr. Caryn and The Happy Meemaw discuss the intersection between <strong>pet health and behavior</strong>. The discussion highlights why <strong>aging dogs</strong> may resist coming indoors due to physical discomfort, environmental stressors, or <strong>cognitive decline</strong>. Dr. Caryn also recommends seeing a Veterinary Behaviorist to rule out medical causes of behavioral issues. And she offers practical strategies for <strong>rehabilitating rescue animals</strong> through desensitization and positive reinforcement, specifically for those from traumatic backgrounds like <strong>puppy mills</strong>. Additionally, she explains how <strong>territorial anxiety</strong> and stacking stress hormones can trigger unpredictable aggressive behaviors in both cats and dogs.</p>
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