FitPet Boston Talks

Dog trainer's Leah & Lori discuss: Taking a step back from training Taking our time with training Traveling to a Pheasant Ranch for the first time  How adding resources in public can be hard on everyone  Toss & Fetch 2024  FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC  @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining 

It's Leah the dog walker again, thanks for tuning in to this dog training podcast. In today's episode, I talked about the difference between observing someone else on the line or in a training class vs doing it yourself. Practice makes perfect. Like and share with your friends @fitpetboston FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC 

Hi! It's Leah the dog walker, host of FitPet Boston Talks. Today, I discussed a recent situation with a loose dog off leash in the woods. I helped a fellow dog walker catch her dog back after being on the run for about an hour.  @fitpetboston FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC 

Leah discusses a few nuts and bolts about electric collar training. Hopefully you can pick up a few tips and tricks to make your routine more clear. This one's a little doggie so I'm sorry for those who came for the laughs, Lori was MIA today!  @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC 

Dog trainers Leah, Lori & Melissa discuss fielding dog training client questions via follow ups in real time. If you have hired a dog trainer, you should have access to their expertise. If you have a question, ask it! Googling and sleuthing online will only get you so far if you lack the foundational skills necessary to train a dog. If you've paid for a trainer's help, they should be available to...

Dog trainers Leah and Lori discuss Leah's recent trial experience with Leah's labrador Raven. We trialed and passed 3 legs of our AKC Novice/CD title and we also described the trial experinece. This is an alter call! Trainers and handlers, don't be afraid to get yourselves out there with your dog to trials.  @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC 

Dog trainer Melissa Molander sits with Lori & Leah to discuss service dog training and traveling with a trained service dog. Be sure to rate and review the show and share it with ya friends if you have found our conversation interesting!  @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining @thisdoglady FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC 

Dog trainers Leah and Lori respond to a recent story on a Boston area radio station. The host brought his dog to a dog park and he continues to get peed on by another owners dog. What would you do? @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC 

Boston area dog trainer Leah discusses a recent blog from the Dog Food Advisor regarding Purina dog food. Stay skeptical people!  @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC 

Boston area dog trainers Leah and Lori discuss the recent surge of new dog handling "businesses" in the local area. Lori shares some stories from her time kennel tech'ing and Leah has a word to the wise for cold weather gear. As always, genuine conversation and this episode esspecially has a lot of giggles. It's been a long week, if you like it, share it!  @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining FitPet Bost...

Boston area dog trainers Leah and Lori answer a question from a good friend/fellow trainer. We are ever changing and learning but this episode dives into where we came from and how we have tweaked things along the way. Mostly story telling, always authentic. Share/subscribe/rate and thanks for listening! @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining FitPet Boston is a production of FitPet Boston LLC 

Here's a quick expose of how I (Leah) immerse myself in dog training with the goal of being the best dog trainer that I can be. It's an ever changing, difficult, beautiful journey. If you are listening and you aren't a dog trainer, I hope the message will resonate and make you think about the type of immersion you need to be the best at whatever it is you are passionate about.  Book: The Daily Law...

Dog trainers Leah and Lori discuss a recent post in a popular community Facebook page. Did you get or give a holiday puppy? Listen for some tips for auxilary gift items to go along with your new bundle of joy. Also, pick up some tips if you're planning to gift a dog to a loved one in the future.  @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC

Leah discusses the importance of secure access to a residence. If you're traveling for the holidays, set your dog walker, groomer or bording service up for success by making your trusted pet care provider a key holder.  @fitpetboston FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC 

Dog trainers Leah & Lori talk dog food, management protocols for the holidays and holiday gift ideas for clients/friends with dogs. There's no shortage of options these days for thoughtful dog apparel. Links below.  Portrait Watercolors Portrait Stickers Vista Print - Holiday Cards and Calendars Bully Sticks FitPet Boston Talks Is a production of FitPet Boston LLC  @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining

Dog trainers Leah & Lori address a recent local news story, stay safe out there everyone! Trigger warning 3 minutes into the episode, Lori reads the report. We also discussed a few training milestones for Raven as to end on a positive note.  @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC 

Dog trainers Leah and Lori discuss recent wins and AKC titles for Lori/Buddha and Leah/Raven. 2023 did not disappoint, we got our butts out there and worked towards these goals to achieved them. Subscribe, share, rate & review the show so more people can make their day WAY BETTER by listening to us go on about high level dog stuff.     @abcdogtraining @fitpetboston     FitPet Boston Talks is a pro...

Boston area dog trainer Leah discusses the phenomina of beginner's luck as it is described in "The Alchemist." She shares about experiencing beginner's luck with Reuben when first starting to play frisbee. She also discusses not having beginner's luck but continuing to stick with an endeavor.  @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC 

Leah reviews the ever popular "The Art of Raising A Puppy" by the Monks of New Skete. This coffee table staple deserves its spot in our lives. Hear Leah's summary and takeaways after reading the text. Please review and rate the podcast if you like what you hear! @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC. 

A short discussion on carbohydrate metabolism and dogs. See the reference below for the article "Role Of Carbohydrates And The Health Of Dogs," mentioned in the episode. There's an extensive list of references at the end of the article. I would suggest digging in if you are truly interested in this issue. It's always my goal to steer listeners to think critically.  Never use my words or this podca...

Leah chats about the breakfast effect and how we feed when training. Let's think critically when it comes time to make decisions for you and your dog! Check out our Instagram accounts @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining and feel free to rate and review the show on Spotify and Apple Music. Thank you!  FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC 

What should you feed your dog? Listen and learn a few tips on how to think critically in order to make good decisions. This is a conversation that can certainly continue. Follow us on instagram and please rate and review the show if you're inspired: @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining

Boston MA area dog trainers Leah and Lori trade stories of recent (weird and wild) happenings. Creeps in the woods - Leah reports on a guy with a lure  Missunderstandings - resource sucking report in Winchester of a dude who mistook an accident for an active shooter. Puppy puke Clearing the neighborhood for walking your puppy  @abcdogtraining @fitpetboston FitPet Boston Talks is a production of Fi...

Boston MA area dog trainer Leah discusses "Coyote America" by Dan Flores. Thesis, Summary & Takeaways. There are no quotations in this episode directly from the text. If you're interested in learning more about how America has treated Coyotes historically and how we can approach them in the future, read the book!  @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining @fpb_talks FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitP...

Boston MA dog trainers Leah & Lori discuss: recent rally trial NQ gear that is useful gear that is not useful watching out for water vet quality topicals and shampoos  @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining @fpb_talks FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC