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  • Temple Grandin: Dogs and Autism

    Temple Grandin: Dogs and Autism
    Jan 9 2026
    Explore Our Services Episode Summary In this special episode of Dogs in Our World, host Adam Winston interviews Dr. Temple Grandin, a renowned expert in animal science and autism awareness. Dr. Grandin shares insights from her personal experience with autism and her extensive work in animal behavior. The episode explores the parallels between autism and animal cognition, the importance of early intervention, and the therapeutic role dogs can play for individuals on the autism spectrum. Read on for key takeaways, resource links, and the full transcript. Key Takeaways Autism spectrum: personal insights and scientific perspectivesSensory processing and repetitive behaviors in animals and humansThe human-animal bond and therapeutic benefits of dogsResponsibility and life skills development for individuals with autism Resources & Links AmazonYouTubeDiscordRSS FeedGoogleInstagramLinkedInSpotifyTikTokTwitch templegrandin.comTemple Grandin’s books on AmazonDogs in Our World episode page: dogsinourworld.com Episode Transcript Show Transcript Introduction With the help of some generous folks, I’m proud to finally present the first installment of what will hopefully be a monthly series. And, just so you know, links to everything we’re going to talk about in today’s show—pictures, comment sections for all of you to provide feedback, and more details—can be found at dogsinourworld.com. Part 1: Introduction and Insights on Autism Adam (0:23): Here we are, episode number six of Dogs in Our World. To celebrate the halfway point of this twelve-part series, I have a phenomenal guest to share with you. Temple Grandin is one of the biggest names in the worlds of animal science and autism awareness. She recently traveled to Vashon, Washington for a weekend of lectures and visits around the island and was kind enough to start her trip with us. If you haven’t heard of Dr. Grandin, I recommend the 2010 Emmy Award-winning HBO movie titled Temple Grandin and starring Claire Danes. In this very special episode of Dogs in Our World, Dr. Grandin tells us a bit about herself and offers advice to those of us who have a family member with an autism label. She also helps me better understand the autism spectrum, dogs, and the importance of volunteers in an animal shelter. All that and more in this nearly unedited conversation with Dr. Temple Grandin. Adam (1:35): And continue to tell me a little more about yourself, please. Dr. Grandin (1:38): Well, I’ve been at Colorado State University for twenty-six years, and I’m teaching a class in livestock behavior and cattle handling. I’ve done a lot of work with the meat industry to improve humane treatment of animals. I’ve got some books on animal behavior: Animals in Translation, Animals Make Us Human, both available on Amazon. I have a lot of books on livestock. I’ve got Humane Livestock Handling for large ranches, and I’ve just come out with a new one that’s got beautiful photographs. It would be really good for 4-H kids on handling cattle, pigs, sheep and goats. It’s called Temple Grandin’s Guide to Working with Farm Animals. That just came out. And then I’ve got textbooks, Improving Animal Welfare: A Practical Approach. If you’re really into science, I’ve got Genetics and the Behavior of Domestic Animals, but that’s an expensive textbook. Adam (2:26): Anything else that people might know you for? Dr. Grandin (2:28): I do a lot of talks on autism, because when I was a young child, I had all the full-blown symptoms of autism. No speech, didn’t talk until I was age four. Fortunately, I had very good early therapy. I can’t emphasize enough. If you have a young kid who’s not talking, you’ve got to start working with him. Teaching him how to talk, teaching him turn-taking. These kids have got to learn how to wait and take their turns. Autism goes from somebody who remains nonverbal and maybe has trouble dressing themselves, all the way up to Thomas Edison and Einstein. Einstein didn’t talk until age three. It’s a big, big, big continuum. See, a little bit of autism, you’ve gotta socially awkward person who may be just absolutely brilliant in the tech industry. Too much of that trait, and you’ve got a, you know, severe handicap. And there’s a parallel with animals. I read a fascinating study that was done over in Europe, looking at differences between wolves and dogs. And a brain can either be more social-emotional, or it can be more cognitive and thinking. And we’ve bred the dog to be super social-emotional towards us. And in a test that was done in Europe, they had a wolf watch another wolf open up a puzzle box to get some food. And the wolf does it easily. But, the domestic dog is so busy asking us for help and looking for us for help, it doesn’t pay enough attention to open the box. I also found another fascinating journal article on more social animals versus more solitary animals. Like, for example, lions are more social ...
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    29 m
  • Julie Forbes: Dogs & Leadership

    Julie Forbes: Dogs & Leadership
    Nov 1 2025
    Explore Our Services Episode Summary In this episode of Dogs in Our World, host Adam Winston sits down with Julie Forbes, host and producer of the Dog Show with Julie Forbes, to explore the theme of “Dogs and Leadership.” Julie shares her extensive experience in dog training and behavior, emphasizing the importance of non-verbal communication, presence, and emotional tone in effective leadership with dogs. They discuss common misconceptions about leadership styles, including the outdated “alpha” model, and highlight the value of motivation, fun, and individualized approaches tailored to each dog’s unique temperament and needs. Julie and Adam also explore how lessons learned from working with dogs can translate to human leadership and personal growth. The episode concludes with a focus on self-awareness, authenticity, and the power of being present, offering listeners practical wisdom to enhance their relationships with their dogs and others. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own leadership styles and consider how they can foster healthier, more respectful connections with their canine companions. The episode also provides information on where to listen to Julie’s Dog Show and invites the audience to stay connected through Dogs in Our World’s social channels and newsletter. Read on for key takeaways, resource links, and the full transcript. Key Takeaways Leadership with dogs requires awareness of non-verbal communication and presence.The outdated “alpha” dominance model is misleading; a parental leadership approach is healthier.Every dog is unique; leadership and motivation must be tailored to individual temperaments and needs.Fear is an ineffective motivator; positive motivation and fun foster better learning and relationships.Setting a calm and consistent emotional tone is key to effective leadership Resources & Links AmazonYouTubeDiscordRSS FeedGoogleInstagramLinkedInSpotifyTikTokTwitch The Dog Show with Julie Forbes — Julie’s radio show and podcast with over 400 episodes.Sensitive Dog — Julie Forbes’ dog training and behavior consulting website. Episode Transcript Show Transcript Introduction Welcome to episode number five of Dogs in Our World. We’re going learn about thetopic of Dogs and Leadership. Stay tuned at the end of today’s show for some specialannouncements I have to share with you about upgrades and new offerings fromdogsinourworld.comOk. The first part of today’s show will revisit a familiar term you may rememberfrom our first episode and we’ll also better understand why leadership is necessary. Inpart 2, we’ll talk about the importance of motivation and we’ll briefly address anotherJULIE FORBES:DOGS AND LEADERSHIP558huge debate in the dog training world, and we’ll learn about the importance of havingfun. In the final part of today’s show, our guest will share with us ways that we can positionourselves to be better leaders.Ok. Let’s get started… Part 1: Understanding Leadership and Dogs Part 1: Dogs and Leadership Julie: My name is Julie Forbes. I’m the host and producer of the Dog Show with Julie Forbes, which is a local radio show here in Western Washington and also a podcast on iTunes and on our website, which is dogradioshow.com, SoundCloud, and on our Facebook page. I’ve been on-air for 8 years, I think, now. It was 2009. Adam: I actually did the math. I looked at your website and, yes, and I did the math. It’s been 8 years. Julie: 424 episodes I think. It’s so fun. Like you, I like to talk about dogs. And, it’s interesting, because a lot of times people will ask “it’s an hour show? don’t you run out of things to talk about?” Actually, it’s the opposite. The more people that I talk with, the more there is to talk about. It’s an educational show. Sort of an intellectual conversation, but all somehow connected to dogs. I also work locally here in Seattle and somewhat via skype helping people with training and behavior. My company is called sensitive dog. Adam: And do you have a website? Julie: sensitivedog.com. Adam: Do you have any other books or anything that the listeners can check out if they want to learn more about you? Julie: So, I am just about finished writing my first book. It’s been almost 5 years of working and researching on it. And, it’s really truly just about done. I’ve said that many times over the years. It’s a humbling experience writing a book. But, I’m excited about that and it’s a bit of a hybrid of the book. I weave my years of experience working with people and their dogs. And, also my own personal experience as a human being. As well as research that I did mostly on leadership, which is what we’ll be talking about today. And, what dogs can teach us about leadership and ourselves. Because they’re non-verbal, to be effective with dogs, we have to be aware of our non-verbal communication, which means being aware of and in our bodies, which is not a given for ...
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    46 m
  • Adam Karp: Dogs & Law

    Adam Karp: Dogs & Law
    Oct 8 2025
    Explore the evolving landscape of animal law with expert Adam Karp. This episode covers legal history, current issues, and practical advice for dog owners.
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    40 m
  • Steven Hales: Dogs & Philosophy

    Steven Hales: Dogs & Philosophy
    Sep 1 2025
    Philosopher Steven Hales joins Adam to explore how dogs illuminate timeless questions about friendship, emotion, and the nature of mind—revealing what they might teach us about being human.
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    41 m
  • Mark Derr: Dogs & History

    Mark Derr: Dogs & History
    Aug 7 2025
    Travel through time with historian Mark Derr as Adam uncovers how dogs shaped human civilization—from Ice Age origins to ancient domestication and the evolving human-canine bond.
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    27 m
  • Erik Wilber: Dogs & Wolves

    Erik Wilber: Dogs & Wolves
    Aug 7 2025
    Explore Our Services Episode Summary In this debut episode, Adam Winston explores the story of North American wolves with Erik Wilber of Wolf Haven International. We cover: History of wolves from pre-colonial coexistence to the 1973 Endangered Species ActEvolutionary theories on how dogs emerged from wolvesBehavioral myths—why “alpha” is outdated and what dogs really need Read on for key takeaways, resource links, and the full transcript. Key Takeaways Europeans once paid bounties to exterminate wolves; legal protection under the Endangered Species Act began in 1973.Wolves drive trophic cascades, reshaping ecosystems—think willow regrowth and beaver habitat in Yellowstone.Domestication may have followed natural selection (wolves scavenging at camp edges) more than human-led breeding.“Alpha wolf” comes from captive-pack studies; wild packs are family units and much less aggressive. Resources & Links AmazonYouTubeDiscordRSS FeedGoogleInstagramLinkedInSpotifyTikTokTwitch Wolf Haven International – Visit information & sanctuary storiesDr. Mech’s Alpha Wolf videoArticles on trophic cascades in Yellowstone (linked in show notes)Support the show: Donate hereBook a Free Consultation with Adam Winston Episode Transcript Show Transcript Introduction With the help of some generous folks, I’m proud to finally present the first installment of what will hopefully be a monthly series. And, just so you know, links to everything we’re going to talk about in today’s show—pictures, comment sections for all of you to provide feedback, and more details—can be found at dogsinourworld.com. This episode is titled In the Beginning, and I’ve divided it into three parts. First, I’ll share what I recently learned about the history of wolves in North America and their current status here in the United States. The second part highlights popular theories on the evolutionary relationship between the wolf and dog—how we got the dog from the wolf. The third and final part explores what wolves can teach, or not teach, us about dogs. So let’s get started. Part 1: In the Beginning – Dogs and Wolves Even though my passion is for the domestic dog, as a young dog welfare professional I find it nearly impossible to avoid the subject of wolves. There’s a divisive, exhausting debate among dog enthusiasts that almost always traces back to wolves—what we think we know about them and how we compare dogs to wolf packs. If you want to see the amount of content out there, simply Google “dog dominance theory” or “dog training debate.” You’ll get around two million results—no deep digging required. But this show is our chance to get answers from the source. Instead of another dog trainer telling me about wolves, I went to someone who lives with them every day. Erik Wilber: My name is Erik Wilber, and I am an animal caretaker at Wolf Haven International. I’ve been here ten years now. I started as a volunteer in 2005, was hired in 2006, and haven’t looked back. Erik spends nearly 24/7 with wolves, wolfdogs, and coyotes. He feeds them, prepares their diets, repairs enclosures, transports them for veterinary care, and manages social groups and conflicts. Erik Wilber: It’s so much—feeding the wolves, preparing their food, repairing enclosures… When an animal needs the vet, I take them. I manage who goes where and handle every conflict that arises. First, I asked Erik about the history of wolves in North America. Erik Wilber: Wolves were everywhere in North America and coexisted with Native Americans. When Europeans arrived, they brought negativity—bounties on wolves, habitat destruction, and poisoning campaigns. From the 1600s until the 1970s, humans waged war on wolves, paying people a nine-to-five wage to kill them. In 1973, the Endangered Species Act made killing wolves illegal, and restoration began. At that point, wolves only remained in Alaska, Canada, and northern Minnesota. I was born in 1979 and didn’t realize that wolf repopulation happened in my lifetime. Today, you can find wolves—and even endangered red wolves—in many U.S. states. Erik Wilber: We now have red wolves in North Carolina, Mexican wolves in the Southwest, packs in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Minnesota, Wisconsin, the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Canada, and Alaska. At Wolf Haven International, you can see gray wolves, red wolves, wolfdogs, and coyotes up close—including rare Species Survival Plan (SSP) animals. Erik Wilber: There are two North American species: red wolves (no subspecies) and gray wolves, which have five subspecies: Arctic, tundra (Great Plains), timber, Mexican, and Arctic wolves. Mexican wolves average 60–80 lb and have a tawny coat with a black cape. Wolf Haven only breeds the federally managed Mexican and red wolves under the SSP. All other rescues are not bred to avoid adding more captive wolves. At one point, only seven Mexican wolf founders remained. Wolf Haven doesn...
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