The Davidthedogtrainer Podcast

Episode 125 - Everything You Need To Know With Your New Puppy

David and Josh break down everything you need to know when you bring your new puppy home, a new Miracle K9 Training blog post we just made.  We also give an update on the dog we discussed in the "Get It Under Control" podcast episode we recently did.

Episode 124 - K9 Academy Toronto Joins Us

Today we are joined by Anesh from K9 Academy joins us for a fantastic conversation covering a variety of topics from socialization, issues in the dog world, working with reactivity and much much more.

Episode 123 - Helping Your Dog Overcome Social Issues

Today David and josh talk about the nuanced topics of helping your dog overcome socialization issues with dogs, people, and the environment.  We use recent examples and case studies of dogs we have worked with recently.

Episode 122 - GET IT UNDER CONTROL

Today David and josh talk about the true unfiltered reason why owners aren't finding success with their difficult behavioral modification cases.  Warning: this may ruffle feathers.

Episode 121 - What Is Differential Reinforcement And Why Does The Force Free Community Love it!?

Today David and Josh deep dive into learning about all of the different types of "Differential Reinforcement", a popular method that force free trainers and people in the "child teaching" space utilize.  We talk bout the methods, where it can be applicable, where it fails, and our thoughts on all of this.

Episode 120 - Ecollar Conditioning, Helping SEVERELY Overstimulated Dogs, & Reacting To Dog Fight Videos

David and Josh answer fan questions on Ecollar conditioning and our thoughts on it, breaking down a seriously overstimulated dog and how to help it, teaching owners about ecollars, and watching and reviewing a dog fight at the dog park video.

Episode 119 - Are Your Clients Lazy, Selfish, & Soft?! Here’s How YOU Can Help Them!

David and Josh talk about the three biggest complaints that we hear dog trainers say about their clients and our approach to digging deeper and helping them get past them.  All it takes is a little self reflecting and digging deeper for solutions!

Episode 118 - Brilliant Behavior K9 Academy Talks Our Shadow Program & Starting Her Company In Texas

Kenzie of Brilliant Behavior K9 Academy is in town for 5 days from Texas doing our shadow program.  She joined us on the podcast while here to talk about her company, her experience with our shadow program, and much more!

Episode 117 - Jeff Gellman GOES OFF On UK Ecollar Ban!

Today we answer a question we received from a listener all on affection, the issues it creates, and how to control it.  We also watch a recent clip from a podcast Jeff Gellman did on his "Wake the Fuck up with Jeff" show all on the UK Ecollar ban and our opinions on it.

BONUS EPISODE - Miracle K9 Staff Trainer Podcast #14 (Bridget, Seamus, & Michelle)

Bridget, Seamus and Michelle sit down to discuss if your dog is being stubborn or if you're just not communicating well enough.