The Davidthedogtrainer Podcast

Episode 177 - The Least Inhibitive, Functionally Effective (LIFE) Model Of Dog Training

Explore the LIFE model of dog training, a force free approach, with David & Josh.

Episode 176 - Ivan's New Ecollar Study PART TWO!! (Closing Notes)

Today we finish reading Ivans new study and give our closing notes on it.  Additionally we discuss a dog we're working with that directly applies to WHY this study is important in proving the effectiveness and importance of the tool itself.

Episode 175 - What Does Ivan's ECOLLAR Study Prove For The Dog Training World?

Today David and Josh read Ivan Balabanov's newest study testing the efficiency and ethics of using ecollars vs using force free methods to stop predatory chasing.  

Episode 174 - Sugar Coated Dog Training

David and Josh discuss the continued sugarcoating of dog training and dog training methods and the massive issues that come with it.

Episode 173 - Training Dogs Using ONLY A Dog Park!!

David breaks down his trip to Connecticut and how he took some unconventional approaches to solve his clients issues FAST!

Episode 172 - All The Ins & Outs Of Muzzle Training

Today David and josh break down all of our opinions and techniques when it comes to muzzle training

Episode 171 - Combining Dog Households, Having Children, & Major Life Changes

Today David and Josh talk about steps you can take to assist with some of the major life changes that may impact your dogs behavior for the worst.

Episode 170 - How To Play With Your Dog THE RIGHT WAY!!

Today David and josh go over how to play with balls and tugs with your dog the right way.  The way to avoid problems and make sure you're leveraging it to progress your training as opposed to hinder it!

Episode 169 - EXACTLY How You CREATE Dog Reactivity

Today David and Josh discuss on dog reactivity is created by your average owner.

Episode 168 - "My Dog Only Listens When I Have Treats Or Their Ecollar On!"

David and Josh deep dive into two important topics.

1. When dogs ONLY listen when they have their Ecollars on or treats out and 2. Can your older trained dog TRAIN your younger dog things?