Ep. 37 - Melissa McCue-McGrath on Expectations of Dogs in the City

Melissa McCue-McGrath, CPDT-KA, is the author of “Considerations for the City Dog“, the urban dog's handbook. Additionally, she's the co-Training Director of New England Dog Training Club (the oldest AKC Obedience club in the country). In this episode, we discuss tips for navigating the city with dogs and considering the environment as a consideration in animal placement from rescue and breeding. She is also the host of the BewilderBeast podcast. Melissa is the host of "BewilderBeasts" - a podcast about the intersection of animals and humanity. She's been featured in Bark Magazine, Maine Dog Magazine, and has been invited to speak at Tufts, MIT, and the New England Federation of Humane Societies on the responsible placement of dogs from shelters and breeders alike. After growing up in an accidental dog sledding family in rural Maine, she became a certified professional dog trainer in Greater Boston and now sits as the co-Training Director of New England Dog Training Club, the oldest AKC obedience club in the country. Melissa is a senior instructor at MSPCA. Melissa teaches a variety of classes, including disc dogs, scent work, and reactive dogs, in addition to privately evaluating dogs who are having an increasingly difficult time living in urban areas. More about Melissa can be found at MelissaMcCueMcGrath.com or BewilderBeastsPod.com About the Host: Ines McNeil the founder of The Modern Dog Trainer blog, The Crossover Trainer blog, and her own local dog training business, All Positive Dog Training in New York. She is a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA) and also has a background in digital marketing strategy and business consulting. She is able to mix her expertise in each field to provide the most relevant and actionable tips for dog trainers and their businesses. She has been studying and working with dogs for over 10 years and enjoys helping people regain tranquility in their lives with modern dog training techniques. Now, she helps modern dog trainers establish successful businesses so that they in-turn can help more dog owners and dogs live happy, enriched lives together. The Modern Dog Trainer Podcast provides the best dog training business tips for modern dog trainers. Learn alongside the industry's leading professionals as we discuss relevant dog training news, dog behavior theories, business practices, and more! Visit our website for articles, courses, and FREE templates and downloads for your training business: TheModernDogTrainer.net