Canine Hoopers World

This episode we talk about Belgian shepherds, pros and cons, genetics and why the breed is becoming popular. Natasja lewis is an owner breeder and trainer of Belgian shepherds and has a new project called The Positive Belgian.

This podcast is taken from my talk at the virtual dog training conference. I spoke about my journey from pet dog trainer to sports dog trainer, why training the dog in front of you is so important and how hoopers changed my world.

Jodie from Cariad dog training talks about litter mates, Terriers and doing sports with small breeds.

I talk to Nick about the Amazon Prime show The pack, dog stuff and small dogs. WARNING this episode maybe controversial ( I blame Nick!)

This week I talk to Jodie Forbes of Crazelpup about Young Kennel club, heel work to music, freestyle and tricks.

This episode I talk to Jane Arden of Waggawuffins collage and Smart Pup Box, about puppies, online training and adapting to the new normal

I spoke with the brilliant Rachel Pocock from Paw Patrol Sussex about daycare, boarding walking. How to start. How to find a good one and some other interesting facts.

This episode of Canine Hoopers World the podcast I talk to Grant Smith from The Smart Dog Academy in Durban, South Africa. we talk training scent and working together to help more dogs and owners.

This episode I talk with Alun Freeman from Beacon dog training. Not only is a Alun a dog trainer, assessor for the IMDT and throughly nice bloke he also runs a martial arts school and has a back ground in law, protection and security. we talk about the puppy boom, the impact on dog theft and how to be a step ahead to stay safe.

Season 2 lands 10th February so be sure to listen.

This episode is very special I am joined by Taz Nicholls, Steve Goodall from the barks from the bookshelf and Nick Benger. September is all about getting fitter and seeing who can go the distance.

This episode I talk about why I love going somewhere private to walk. UK listeners check out www.dogwalkingfields.com to find a place near you.

Top filming tips for training.

It’s a tool we can all use but often we forget or just don’t feel confident enough.

I spoke to Jack Fenton of Make your mark dog training about why using different markers can help your training.

Why and when we use markers in training. Why a clicker or verbal marker have advantages and disadvantages.

This episode I talk to the lovely Rhea Cutmore from Cloud nine K9 scent work and search dogs, about getting your dogs nose working.

Talking recall, this episode is the longest one yet sorry not sorry. I talk to the person that inspired and supported me to start this podcast Nick Benger.

This episode I speak to the author of No pulling allowed Natasja Lewis

This episode I talk about some of the different sports you can do with your dog.

There are so many different dog sports you can try and starting can be scary. Ask for help from and expert it’s worth it.

This episode explains why when using a lure the dog can become reliant on seeing the good stuff and how using a lure wisely can help your training.

This episode I talk about why going backwards can sometimes help us move forward.

This episode I had the pleasure of talking to my hoopers instructor Lisa Jordan about the foundations and why they are SO important to training

This episode I spoke to Jodie O'Connell from Cariad dog training about a wonderful new online course she is doing. Why teaching calmness is helpful and some mindfulness techniques to help keep us all calm.