Episode 16: Rescue Reactivity 101: Grace, Boundaries, & the 3-3-3 Rule

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Love ’Em & Lead ’Em

Melaney Brown and Cory Dahlkamp

21 episodes

1 week ago

Welcome to Love ‘Em & Lead ‘Em—the podcast that keeps it real about dogs, dog training, and the humans in the middle of it all. We’re Cory and Melaney, the dog behavior-obsessed duo behind Dog Training Camp USA in Louisville, KY. As a former special education teacher and a former Military Police K9 handler, we bring practical know-how, heart, and a whole lot of humor to every episode. 🎧 New episodes drop every other week, covering: Real-life client stories (yes, the wild ones too) Training tips that actually work—no gadgets, no bribes Conversations about business, mental health, and friendship And the occasional birding joke… because why not? Whether you’ve got a well-behaved pup or a full-blown dumpster fire, you’re not alone—and we’ve got your back. 🐾 Subscribe, laugh, learn, and maybe cry a little. 🦴 Because loving your dog and leading them go hand in hand. — 📍 Based in Louisville, KY 🐶 More about our training: https://dogtrainingcampusalouisville.com 📲 Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/dogtrainingcampusalouisville 📬 Call/Text: 502-356-3059 🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more: https://bit.ly/Loveemleadem

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Episode 16: Rescue Reactivity 101: Grace, Boundaries, & the 3-3-3 Rule

Love ’Em & Lead ’Em

36 minutes

1 week ago

Episode 16: Rescue Reactivity 101: Grace, Boundaries, & the 3-3-3 Rule

We open with a quick bird-nerd update (hi, northern flicker 👋), then dive into a viral NYC foster moment that shook the rescue world: a severely underweight, sweet-as-pie pup who suddenly redirected on a passing dog during a city walk. No villains here—just real life with real animals. In this episode we unpack:• Why an emaciated dog can seem angelic…until health returns and true preferences show up• Dog-to-dog communication you never see (scent, posture, micro-signals)• The 3-3-3 Rule for rescue transitions—and why “the dog you bring home” isn’t the dog you’ll know in 3 months• Leash proximity and handling that reduce surprise moments in busy environments• Balancing heart and head in rescue work, with human safety as priority #1• Shout-outs to ethical rescues with trainers on staff (like our local partners) and why thoughtful matchmaking matters Not anti-rescue, not anti-breeder—just pro-education and pro-grace. Listen in for practical takeaways you can use on your very next walk.