Vermont Dog Trainer Show

Tyler and I took a trip down memory lane with all the dogs our family had growing up. It was a nostalgic journey that led to some stories that we hadn't told each other. Truly, my favorite episodes to date! If you ever wanted to know what my upbringing was like around dogs, this is the episode for you!

This "Gas Tank" analogy hit me last week and I've been using it quite a bit lately. Maybe it's because I'm thinking about going into the winter and how the dogs will become more pent up with energy because they can't get outside as much in the winter. Courtesy 93.9 WLVB

Here we go again, another incident with a service dog on a plane. AT some point the airlines are going to stiffen their policies with dogs on the plane. Until then, we will continue to run into issues like this. Courtesy 93.9 WLVB

This was the furthest the podcast has reached as Leonard and I had a 6 hour time difference at the time of this recording. We had to navigate some delays in our conversation but we pulled it off. Plus you might be interested in how we met and how our first conversation went down. Leonard has a wonderful story on how 9/11 created a ripple effect in his career as a dog trainer which eventually led him to working on TV shows. Would love to know what you think of this interview.

You've heard how the workshop went from my point of view now hear how it went to Serena and the staff. Plus while we were outside with the dogs this week we had a little bit of a scuffle between 2 dogs. Owners were notified and no dogs were hurt but these times can get intense. Listen to how it all went down from how I saw it and how Serena saw it.

What a week it's been! Between the workshop, an off day, a scuffle, and a rainy Halloween it's been interesting. However it could have gotten me down but I stuck to my guns and made it a positive outcome!

If we don't pay enough attention, we will miss everything that dogs try to teach us. But if we slow down, we will see everything. Do you want to understand your dog better?

I think it's important to always be aware of your dog's state of mind. So why not teach your dog how you want them to act before the walk and how to exit your home with the right state of mind. This is all about building your dog's map of the places you can go with them. Courtesy 93.9 WLVB

Linn just wrapped up his Consultation Clinic here at my facility in Vermont. His workshop was primarily consultations - 13 hours worth to be exact, and this was a workshop like none other! Linn has been mentoring me for 14 months now and he has worked a ton of dogs in front of me. Not one correction, pop, poke, yank, or shove was given to any of the dogs while they were here. It was all done with precise leash handling and sensitivity.

Serena brought up some great subjects on this episode. We had a dog locally that ate a marijuana plant and she asked me a great question about visiting other people's houses that have dogs. This episode was one of my favorite ones so far!

Earlier this week I had a client of mine refer to their dog as a "Free Agent". I was so intrigued by this term for her dog so as I dug deeper I quickly realized he was "on his own" for decision making at home. Listen to this episode as I will describe what's best for the dog.

Recently I posted a video on how to use a door to help control your dog. Plus it's hunting season in Vermont and it's important to keep your dog safe. Lastly, why steel bowls are best when it comes to feeding your dog.

Engaging your dog can come in many ways including training sessions, walks, new people, or being a part of your every day activities. Learn how you can expose your dog to objects, people, and routine activities. Courtesy 93.9 WLVB

Michael has been in the dog business for many years and you can hear his experience as he speaks. He has some great insight into "structural migration" and how "silence is golden". He's a former k-9 officer turned pet dog trainer and listen in as he shares his experiences with you.

As you all know I visited the Green Mountain Falconry School last week and what an experience it was. There are so many similarities between dogs and hawks and yet many differences. Check it out!