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Modern science in dog training tends to focus more on comparative psychology - aka, comparing animals behavior in a lab/study environment vs the natural environment. Additionally, dog trainers compare dog training to the training of exotic anim
Another big controversial topic in the pet care industry is Alpha or Dominance Theory. There are a lot of people who, like everything else, take this to the extreme. In this episode, we cover:What alpha meansLeadershipThe false assum
We all either have experienced or will experience the loss of a pet. We have gone through this ourselves recently and want to share how we handle grieving our fluffy loved ones.In this episode, we cover:Coping with the loss of a dogThe g
We are constantly seeing more and more red flags and abuse cases in dog trainers - most commonly, in board and trains. We want to explain some of the ways we recommend and use to actually find good dog trainers to ensure the safety of your pets
A year after our first 2 parts on the trainer wars, they have blown up yet again. There is even more drama and arguments between dog trainers. The Real Facts About Science Based Dog Training - by Ivan Balabanov from Training Without Conflict
A continuation of the previous episode where we discussed why you should use play in dog training, in this episode we explain some ways you can use play in your training! Part 2 is the “how two” portion in the power of play in dogs.In this epi
Food is one of the more popular motivators in dog training, however, play is one of the most powerful tools when training a dog - if not the most powerful! This is part 1 of a 2 part series on using play in dog training.In this episode, we cov
Lynne and Kim have been in the dog training industry for over 30 years each, and a lot has changed in dogs themselves since then, both physically and behaviorally. Along with that, things have changed drastically in the industry over time, such
Finally - Kim’s favorite topic! Alice and Lynne were sick of hearing Kim go on about responsibility in dog ownership, so we gave her a whole 30 minutes for the topic. Just kidding, we love Kim, and responsibility IS important and often overlook
Every dog wears a collar, so they must be the safest thing… right? WRONG! Dog collars are tools and safety must always be taken into consideration.In this episode, we cover:The dangers of collarsHow to prevent accidents with collarsDay
A dog is a dog is a dog. Many people nowadays will claim that dogs don’t necessarily have innate traits and you shouldn’t “judge” a dog based on their breed. Other common sayings is “it’s all in how you raise them!” We wanted to address that an
Newbie dog trainers often have the same complaint: how do you get the owner to do the work? In this episode, we go over some of our tips and what we do when the owner is more difficult than the dog.In this episode, we cover:Figuring out wha
When people hear socialization, there are a couple things that come to mind. Either those checklists of things to get your puppy comfortable with, or throwing them in a room full of dogs/people and letting them fend for themselves. Neither of t
We’re in another wave of “crate training is cruel” online, so of course we had to talk about it. Most dog trainers do recommend crates - we certainly do! And in this episode, we tell you exactly why.In this episode, we cover:The proper usag
Probably the one thing in the universe the majority of dog trainers can agree on is that markers are extremely helpful in most cases for teaching new behaviors. But did you know there are more markers than just the classic "yes" or click marker
Anyone who’s an expert in any industry understands the frustration that comes with working with friends and family - they don’t listen!In this episode, we cover:Working with friends and family - or choosing NOT to work with themThe frustr
It’s no secret that small dogs have a bad reputation for being nasty little ankle-biters! Today we talk about small dog syndrome and why it happens.In this episode, we cover:What even is small dog syndrome?How does small dog syndrome appe
Dog training is one of the careers where ethics are most important, though it’s also the one where they can be a little hard to find. Because there's not a lot of real regulation in the industry. Some of the topics we cover include:How do no
In the second and final part of the spay/neuter vs leaving intact debate, we talk about the other side - NOT sterilizing your dog. Choosing to not spay/neuter is a responsibility that requires a little more than choosing to alter your dog. Howe
Spaying and neutering is one of the most controversial topics in the dog world. Everyone has something to say about it in general - and other people’s decisions. In this episode, we discuss spay and neuter and some of the myths around it, along
Imposter syndrome impacts dog trainers just as much as it impacts other industries - if not more! As much as you likely experience it, just remember that your mentors have too - and probably still do!Join our Facebook Group!Follow us on Fac
Is there a difference between reactivity and aggression in dogs? What do different trainers consider that difference to be? Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! https://www.facebook.com/talksitpodcast https://www.instagram.com/talksitpodcas
If you’re considering becoming a dog trainer, you probably are thinking this is the absolute dream job, there’s nothing better out there. You can’t wait to make this your career so you never burn out from your job again! Unfortunately, we have
Have you thought about how you can actually work as a dog trainer? Today, we go over the three main types - self-employed, independent contractor, and employee - and explain some of the pros and cons.Join our BRAND NEW Let's Talk Sit Podcast
Today we welcome one of Lynne and Kim’s mentees, Luis Rosado. Luis started his journey in the pet world as a vet tech and now has his very own training business. Luis focuses on reactivity and aggression in his training.In this episode, Luis t
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