Episodes

Solving Reactivity with Play | Ep 14 29.10.2025 48:07

In this podcast Nick Benger & Alex Lato discuss the role of play in resolving dog reactivity. Alex's Links: Insta: www.instagram.com/alex_temperament_lato/ Website: www.temperamentdogs.co.uk/ Nick's Links: Dog Training Community: https://www.skool.com/dogtraining/about?ref=6262c5e04d144b1a89c3bc18c2b68a28 Insta: www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/nickbenger

Play with Purpose Challenge | Ep 13 27.09.2025 33:16

Get on the wait-list here: playwithpurpose.scoreapp.com/ In this podcast we discuss how important play is and how you can utilize the upcoming Play with Purpose challenge to take your play skills to the next level.

Should You Play Fetch? | Ep 12 18.04.2025 45:39

In this podcast Nick Benger & Alex Lato discuss whether you should play fetch with your dog. Is it a harmless, bonding game or will it cause your dog to become reactive? Alex's Links: Insta: www.instagram.com/alex_temperament_lato/ Website: www.temperamentdogs.co.uk/ Nick's Links: The 66 Club: www.skool.com/dogtraining/about?…1a89c3bc18c2b68a28 Insta: www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer/ Facebo...

Socialization: Myths, History & The Truth! | Ep 11 16.03.2025 52:27

In this podcast Nick Benger & Alex Lato discuss myths, the history of and the truth about socialization. Apologies the audio quality isn't up to the usual standard due to a recording error. Alex's Links: Insta: www.instagram.com/alex_temperament_lato/ Website: www.temperamentdogs.co.uk/ Nick's Links: The 66 Club: https://www.skool.com/dogtraining/about?ref=6262c5e04d144b1a89c3bc18c2b68a28 Insta: w...

How Much Difference Does Genetics Make? | Ep 10 05.03.2025 59:44

In this podcast Nick Benger & Alex Lato discuss how dogs are affected by their upbringing and genetics. Which is more important? Alex's Links: Insta: www.instagram.com/alex_temperament_lato/ Website: www.temperamentdogs.co.uk/ Nick's Links: The 66 Club: https://www.skool.com/dogtraining/about?ref=6262c5e04d144b1a89c3bc18c2b68a28 Insta: www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer/ Facebook: www.facebook...

Thinking in Arousal pt. 2 | Ep 9 21.01.2025 38:15

In this podcast Nick Benger & Alex Lato discuss teaching dogs to think in arousal. This is part two of this episode. Alex's Links: Insta: www.instagram.com/alex_temperament_lato/ Website: www.temperamentdogs.co.uk/ Nick's Links: The 66 Club: www.skool.com/train-your-dog-every-day-8220/about Insta: www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/nickbenger

Thinking in Arousal pt. 1 | Ep 8 11.01.2025 54:29

In this podcast Nick Benger & Alex Lato discuss teaching dogs to think in arousal. Alex's Links: Insta: www.instagram.com/alex_temperament_lato/ Website: www.temperamentdogs.co.uk/ Nick's Links: The 66 Club: www.skool.com/train-your-dog-every-day-8220/about Insta: www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/nickbenger

How to Improve Your Play Skills | Ep 7 04.12.2024 1:08:23

In this podcast Nick Benger & Alex Lato discuss how to improve your play skills and the impact that has on your dog's training. Alex's Links: Insta: www.instagram.com/alex_temperament_lato/ Website: www.temperamentdogs.co.uk/ Nick's Links: The 66 Club: https://www.skool.com/train-your-dog-every-day-8220/about Insta: www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/nickbenger

Training Off-Breeds in Sports | Ep 6 13.11.2024 50:09

In this podcast Nick Benger & Alex Lato discuss using off-breeds in dog sports. Alex's Links: Insta: www.instagram.com/alex_temperament_lato/ Website: www.temperamentdogs.co.uk/ Nick's Links: Insta: www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/nickbenger

Does Residential Dog Training Work? | Ep 5 07.11.2024 33:04

In this podcast Nick Benger & Alex Lato discuss residential dog training, whether it works and the pros and cons. Alex's Links: Insta: www.instagram.com/alex_temperament_lato/ Website: www.temperamentdogs.co.uk/ Nick's Links: Insta: www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/nickbenger

Coaching People As A Dog Trainer | Ep 4 30.10.2024 44:27

In this podcast Nick Benger & Alex Lato discuss how to coach people as a dog trainer. Alex's Links: Insta: www.instagram.com/alex_temperament_lato/ Website: www.temperamentdogs.co.uk/ Nick's Links: Insta: www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/nickbenger

Is Balanced vs Positive Dog Training Dead? | Ep 3 22.10.2024 41:30

In this podcast Nick Benger & Alex Lato discuss the infamous dog training debates hosted by Jo-Rosie Haffenden and the general trend of more open conversation. Alex's Links: Insta: www.instagram.com/alex_temperament_lato/ Website: www.temperamentdogs.co.uk/ Nick's Links: Insta: www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/nickbenger

How to Become a Dog Trainer | Ep 2 15.10.2024 44:35

In this podcast Nick Benger & Alex Lato discuss how to become a dog trainer. Alex's Links: Insta: www.instagram.com/alex_temperament_lato/ Website: www.temperamentdogs.co.uk/ Nick's Links: Insta: www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/nickbenger

Do Dogs Need LESS Obedience? | Ep 1 07.10.2024 1:05:30

In this podcast Nick Benger & Alex Lato discuss whether dogs need less or more obedience training. Alex's Links: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/alex_temperament_lato/ Website: https://www.temperamentdogs.co.uk/ Nick's Links: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nickbenger