Longtime listeners know that the topic of kids and dogs is a perennial one on the show, and with good reason. Kids and dogs may both be part of the family, but trying to balance competing needs and make sure everybody gets along can be stressful, to say the least! Luckily, parents today have more resources than ever to help them, including the one founded by today’s guest. Debbie Lucken is the founder of Kids Around Dogs, a global organization of pet and child care professionals dedicated to helping kids and dogs live together in harmony. Tune in as she shares about her work, her program, and dog crates in the US vs the UK!
Debby Lucken (ISCP.Dip.Canine.Prac.), the founder of KAD, has also designed a successful protocol to overcome the fear of dogs in kids and adults, which all KAD Approved Professionals are qualified to use.
KAD – Kids Around Dogs® is an award winning association of Dog Professionals and Child Care Professionals who specialise in working with families and schools to help children and dogs to live in harmony together.
Kids Around Dogs® is on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and TikTok.
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Podcasts:
YFD 6: Teaching Kids to Meet Dogs
YFD 12: Simple Games Kids Can Play with Dogs
YFD 167: Help Your Child Build a Great Relationship with Your Dog
Books:
Living with Kids and Dogs by Colleen Pelar
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