Shannon Riley-Coyner has been a dog trainer for over 30 years. Her education includes a Biology Degree, specializing in Zoology from Sonoma State. She is a Registered Veterinary Technician and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. Shannon created Truly Force Free Animal Training so that anyone, anywhere could have access to force free, positive reinforcement animal training and published “The Evolution of Dog Training”!

In this episode, Jan and Shannon delve into the topic of helping an aging dog. They emphasize the importance of understanding and addressing the unique needs that arise during this stage of life. The hosts share valuable insights on navigating both physical and cognitive care for older pets. They compassionately discuss various challenges such as managing pain, coping with hearing loss, and dealing with cognitive decline, all of which are common issues that can emerge as dogs age. Throughout the discussion, Jan and Shannon advocate for showing boundless compassion, kindness, and above all, patience when caring for a beloved aging pet.