Is Your Dog Really “Fine”? The Hidden Signals Parents Miss (w/ Dog Meets Baby’s Dominika Knossalla-Pado)

Is Your Dog Really “Fine”? The Hidden Signals Parents Miss (w/ Dog Meets Baby’s Dominika Knossalla-Pado) - Toddler Toolkit PodcastGet Lola and the Bubble Mission on Amazon (USA)Get Lola and the Bubble Mission on Amazon (UK)More information about the book, Lola and the Bubble Mission, here. Connect & Get Dominika's Freebies: W: https://www.dogmeetsbaby.expert/IG: https://www.instagram.com/dogmeets_baby/YT: https://bit.ly/dogmeetsbaby FB: https://www.facebook.com/DogMeetsBabyByDominikaIn this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, host welcomes Dominika Knossalla-Pado, a professional dog trainer since 2008 and founder of Dog Meets Baby. Dominika shares her journey starting with her training at the acclaimed Academy of Dog Trainers, her life-changing experience adopting her dog Lola, and how her predatory reaction to her newborn twins motivated her to create essential resources for families. Dominika discusses safety tips, educating children on dog behavior, handling dog and toddler interactions, and the importance of setting boundaries during high-energy times like mealtime. She also introduces her new children's book, 'Lola and the Bubble Mission', which aims to teach kids about respecting a dog's space. Learn from Dominika's expertise to make sure your household is a safe and happy environment for both kids and dogs.00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast00:03 Meet Dominika Knossalla-Pado: Dog Trainer Extraordinaire00:25 Dominika's Journey: From New York to Dog Meets Baby00:32 Lola's Story: From Shelter Dog to Family Member00:37 The Birth of Twins: A Life-Changing Event01:11 Creating Dog Meets Baby: A Resource for Parents01:27 Dominika's Upcoming Children's Book: Lola and The Bubble Mission02:30 Dominika's Media Features and Global Reach03:17 A Life-Changing Moment in the Park03:33 Pursuing a Dream: From Poland to San Francisco06:14 Lola's Adoption and Training Journey09:08 Challenges of Balancing Twins and a High-Energy Dog10:05 Navigating Predatory Reactions: A Scary Experience18:40 The Importance of Preparation and Training22:30 Understanding Dog Behavior: Signs of Comfort and Tolerance23:23 Recognizing Stress Signals in Dogs24:26 Communicating with Dogs: Subtle Signs25:39 The Importance of Understanding Dog Body Language27:15 Teaching Children Safe Dog Interactions30:13 Helping Children Overcome Fear of Dogs37:51 Managing High-Energy Times with Dogs41:13 Introducing 'Lola and the Bubble Mission'43:01 Where to Find More Resources------------------------------------------------------"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.Grab the The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them FastCheck out the Transform Tantrums: A Listening Toddler In 7 Days mini-course!Join the Toddler Mom CommunityFollow me on Instagram @heatherschalkparentingWatch the YouTube channelCheck out the blog