Dog Trainer's Podcast

Okay, guys! Time to get down to business. Having been in the dog training world for a while, Brent and Mariano have noticed something that is quite common among newer trainers. That is that they can be very competent in their understandings of each and every individual module that training dogs must learn. Yet despite this, they can often suffer from lack of understanding of exactly when or how th...

E-collar training is, without a doubt, the most polarizing training method in the dog training world. With such strong opinions on either side, Brent and Mariano decided to enlist some help to dissect such a dense and hot topic. We've enlisted the help of our friend Shona Smith, the WeHo Dog Trainer. She's an amazing trainer with a passion for e-collar work and the freedom that it can br...

Welcome back to the Dog Trainer's Podcast! In Ep.14, Brent and Mariano discuss corrections in dog training. It's the major hot topic that has dominated debate in the dog training world for years with many more to come. Hang with us as we do our best to give our take on this contentious issue. What people get right. What they get wrong. Whether or not we think they are beneficial. Whether...

Hi guys, Mariano and Brent here! Welcome back to episode 13 of the Dog Trainer's Podcast! In this episode, we do a deep dive into the complex topic of socialization. With so much contradictory information out there, it's only too easy to pick up all the wrong habits when socializing a dog. As we continue the Deeper Look series, our goal remains to explain the ins and outs of the various...

Hi guys, Welcome back to episode 12 of the Dog Trainer's Podcast! In this episode, Mariano and Brent do a deep dive into the very popular world of Balanced dog training. This is our continuation of the Deeper Look series that will serve to explain the ins and outs of the various training methods used today. Join us as we discuss everything from the history of the method, it's science-bas...

Hi guys, welcome back to the Dog Trainer's Podcast! In this episode, Brent and Mariano do a deep dive into the very popular world of positive reinforcement training. This will be the first of several episodes that will serve to explain the ins and outs of the various training methods used today. Join us as we discuss everything from the history of the method, it's science-based roots, as...

Hi everyone, Mariano and Brent here! We are excited to bring you a very special episode of the Dog Trainer's Podcast. We want to answer the big question that people have been asking online. Why is dog training important? There's no quick and easy answer. Especially when painted in the light of all our current situations. Rescues and shelters are being completely shut down. People have be...

Thank you for joining us for this very special episode of DTP. Brent and Mariano are stepping out of traditional format in order to bring you something totally new! They've decided to dedicate an entire episode as a response to the very well known podcast, Stuff you should know. Stay tuned as Brent and Mariano discuss Chuck and Josh's episode of SYSK - How dog training works. What they a...

Which dog training collar is best? This is one of the most frequently searched dog training based questions on the net. Brent and Mariano discuss the pros and cons of various training collars. They dive into the major factors that may contribute to choosing a certain collar over another. As well as some of the more persuasive stigmas that surround some of these collars, and how far these tend to d...

Why is dog training important? This is a question that is asked quite a bit maybe because owners can have a hard time understanding how teaching obedience commands can transform a dog over time. Maybe because training programs in the past haven't properly explained the "WHY" behind it all. Maybe knowing "WHY" can really help the "HOW". We believe that understandi...

Being stuck at home has its downsides. For us, our dogs, and our daily habits. DTP Ep.6 is Brent and Mariano's tips on how to make the most of this time by maximizing it's possibilities while avoiding its pitfalls. They discuss exercise, healthy boundaries and separation, daily habits, and more. Everyone stay safe, sane, positive, and productive! Thanks for listening!

Last week's episode was all about understanding the concepts of mental, physical, and emotional structure. Now that we've focused on the macro it's time to delve into the micro. This week's episode focuses on simple, practical advice that you can follow to help develop a sense of structure for your dog daily. Thee are our top 5 tips to do exactly that. Thanks for listening!

What does it mean to be structured? What's the benefit of structuring your routines? Why do most dog owners seem to have a harder time understanding the concept of structure, and how it can be of such great benefit to their dogs? In this episode, Brent and Mariano go over the 3 elements of structure (Physical, Mental, and Emotional) to help you understand how you can maximize your relationshi...

Connecting with clients is a skill that is entirely it's own. We've met many dog trainers who are awesome with dogs but may sometimes struggle with certain types of clients. We've definitely been there many times ourselves! Having had to navigate our own paths through these situations, we are now excited to be able to share our experiences with you. Hopefully, we get to help someone...

Becoming a dog trainer is quite an adventure. That's because, with so many specific disciplines and approaches within dog training, it is next to impossible for any single person to know everything. Especially considering the many skill sets beyond dog training required to truly succeed in the dog training industry. Everything from developing your skills and confidence in teaching and speakin...

Welcome, everyone, to the Dog Trainer's Podcast! Mariano and Brent here! We figured all good journeys start at the beginning so we figured we'd do the same. Short and sweet introduction of ourselves and what you can expect moving forward from the Dog Trainer's Podcast. Thanks for listening!