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In this first installment of a two-part conversation,, we welcome Tom Candy—Certified Clinical Animal Behaviorist and founder of Simplifying Shelter Behaviour—for an engaging discussion that dives deep into the realities, challenges, and opportunities within the world of shelter and rescue animal care.
With over 15 years of experience in the field, Tom shares practical wisdom drawn from his work across the UK’s largest dog welfare organization and his efforts to elevate animal welfare and training standards in shelters. His perspective blends hands-on experience, academic rigor, and a deep passion for improving the lives of both animals and the humans who care for them.
Throughout this episode, we explore: ✅ Common myths and misconceptions around “rescue behavior problems” ✅ How training and behavior programs can be realistically integrated into shelter environments ✅ The value of consistency, environmental management, and caregiver education ✅ Why language and communication matter when discussing animal behavior in shelter settings ✅ The importance of data collection, reflective practice, and organizational buy-in for sustainable change
Tom’s grounded, compassionate approach provides a refreshing look at behavior modification within the shelter context—emphasizing empowerment over blame, collaboration over quick fixes, and science over assumption. Whether you're a trainer, behavior consultant, volunteer, or shelter staff member, this conversation offers inspiration and actionable takeaways to help improve outcomes for animals in your care.
Links
https://open.spotify.com/show/1Ea6VTImAPcnlXilJYunij?si=9494adef3f064d14
https://simplifyingshelterbehaviour.com/
https://educanine.org/2025-conference?fbclid=IwY2xjawKHUYJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETA5Y3ZLaDQ0eDFYdHUyRHBNAR4dLvacTszLMncdW44_WmU-oeObn6FsRO7wApjPdj_HZvsTnOCB34Xqf6xsqg_aem_b3aPz3fSwo7LroNisEnxzw
254 episodes
In this first installment of a two-part conversation,, we welcome Tom Candy—Certified Clinical Animal Behaviorist and founder of Simplifying Shelter Behaviour—for an engaging discussion that dives deep into the realities, challenges, and opportunities within the world of shelter and rescue animal care.
With over 15 years of experience in the field, Tom shares practical wisdom drawn from his work across the UK’s largest dog welfare organization and his efforts to elevate animal welfare and training standards in shelters. His perspective blends hands-on experience, academic rigor, and a deep passion for improving the lives of both animals and the humans who care for them.
Throughout this episode, we explore: ✅ Common myths and misconceptions around “rescue behavior problems” ✅ How training and behavior programs can be realistically integrated into shelter environments ✅ The value of consistency, environmental management, and caregiver education ✅ Why language and communication matter when discussing animal behavior in shelter settings ✅ The importance of data collection, reflective practice, and organizational buy-in for sustainable change
Tom’s grounded, compassionate approach provides a refreshing look at behavior modification within the shelter context—emphasizing empowerment over blame, collaboration over quick fixes, and science over assumption. Whether you're a trainer, behavior consultant, volunteer, or shelter staff member, this conversation offers inspiration and actionable takeaways to help improve outcomes for animals in your care.
Links
https://open.spotify.com/show/1Ea6VTImAPcnlXilJYunij?si=9494adef3f064d14
https://simplifyingshelterbehaviour.com/
https://educanine.org/2025-conference?fbclid=IwY2xjawKHUYJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETA5Y3ZLaDQ0eDFYdHUyRHBNAR4dLvacTszLMncdW44_WmU-oeObn6FsRO7wApjPdj_HZvsTnOCB34Xqf6xsqg_aem_b3aPz3fSwo7LroNisEnxzw
254 episodes
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