Dog Talk Podcast

In this podcast we talk about the process of training a guide dog. Matthias Lenz is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP) and Family Dog Mediator. He is a Supporting Member of the International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants (IAABC), where he has served two years as the Chair of the Working Animals Division and currently serves as a member of the board for the IAABC Foundation. An engaged and well-respected member of the international dog training community, he has written and published several articles in the peer-reviewed IAABC foundation journal, and has presented his work at international conferences and events, including the 2019 and 2022 Assistance Dogs International (ADI) and 2023 IGDF conferences.

In this podcast we discuss the history of Gundogs including Weimaraners, Spaniels, Pointers and more. Craig Koshyk is a dog historian and author of Pointing Dogs Volume 1 and 2. He is also the co-host of Hunting Dog Confidential podcast and writes regularly at Project Upland Magazine.

In this podcast we discuss Mondioring. The decoys Nake admires, the UK Mondioring scene and more. We also spoke about Bullies and rescue dogs. Note: this was recorded prior to the Bully ban being announced in the UK. Nake Florin is a world-class Mondioring decoy. He has been a decoy at the highest level such as the FMBB & FCI World Championships, as well as many national championships.

In this podcast we discuss the importance and attainability of genetic diversity in pedigree dogs, brachycephalic breeds and the role of the Kennel Club. Joanna Ilska is the Kennel Club's (UK) Genetics Research Manager and has been involved in researching quantitative genetics for more than a decade. She also has an interest in dog training having trained obedience and IGP sports.

In this podcast we discuss breeding collaboratives, outcrossing projects and functional breeding. Jessica Hekman is the founder of the Functional Dog Collaborative and the host of the Functional Breeding podcast. She earned her PhD studying fox genomics and has previously worked as part of the Darwin's Ark project at Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. Intro to Bikejoring event: https://www.houndplus.com/collections/workshops/products/intro-to-bikejor-scootering-with-cat-le-chevalier

In this podcast we discuss selecting and training detection dogs. Jens Frank is most well known for his work at the Scandinavian Working Dog Institute (SWDI) where he selects and trains dogs for working roles. He is also an associate professor at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences.

In this podcast we speak about dog nutrition, fasting periods and approaching nutrition with training clients. Holly Barker is a canine nutritionist specialising in sport dog nutrition. Holly's Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2341185262818548 Intro to Bikejoring event: https://www.houndplus.com/collections/workshops/products/intro-to-bikejor-scootering-with-cat-le-chevalier

In this podcast we speak about what Jay learned from his time involved in dog fighting and how we can use that for the betterment of our dog training. Jay Jack is a retired MMA fighter and professional dog trainer. He is also a podcaster and the founder of the dog sport GRC. Intro to Bikejoring Event: https://www.houndplus.com/collections/workshops/products/intro-to-bikejor-scootering-with-cat-le-chevalier

In this podcast Nick & Jenny get heated talking about German Shepherds! PLUS, we discuss competitive obedience. Jenny Gould is a competitive obedience competitor, judge and German Shepherd breeder. To date Jenny has bred, owned and handled 4 UK Obedience Champion German Shepherds. Jenny's GSD Hub Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090133608338 Jenny's Website: https://www.thegsdhub.com/ Intro to Bikejoring Event: https://www.houndplus.com/collections/workshops/products/intro-to-bikejor-scootering-with-cat-le-chevalier

In this podcast we discuss the detection dog industry, buying, training and selling dogs plus how Flo got started. Flo Schneider is the host of the Kynotalk podcast. He is also the co-founder of Kynotec which provides trained detection dogs and education on scent detection to various agencies. Join Nick for a webinar on puppy selection and training: https://nickbenger793.clickmeeting.com/puppy-selection-and-training/register

In this podcast we discuss why you should get into dog sports and what a profound impact doing so has had on us as trainers. Kelly Dunbar is content and curriculum director for the Dunbar Academy, a French Ring competitor and co-founder of Open Paw which provides training to shelter workers. Join Nick for a webinar on puppy selection and training: https://nickbenger793.clickmeeting.com/puppy-selection-and-training/register

In this podcast we discuss the history of pedigree dogs, phenotyping and the impact of closed breeding pools. Alison Skipper is a veterinarian and historian at the Royal Veterinary College in London. She works closely with the Kennel Club both as a vet at Crufts and on committees. Join Nick for a webinar on puppy selection and training: https://nickbenger793.clickmeeting.com/puppy-selection-and-training/register Here's all of the info on our Intro to Bikejoring with Cat Le Chevalier: https://www.houndplus.com/collections/workshops/products/intro-to-bikejor-scootering-with-cat-le-chevalier

In this podcast we discuss how to resolve predation issues using predation substitute training without the need for aversives. Simone Mueller is the author of Hunting Together: Harnessing Predatory Chasing in Family Dogs through Motivation-Based Training. Join Simone for a free webinar on prey drive in dogs here: https://predation-substitute-training.com/mythbuster/ You can find the Intro to Bikejoring event here: https://www.houndplus.com/collections/workshops/products/intro-to-bikejor-scootering-with-cat-le-chevalier Or join Nick's Puppy Selection & Training webinar here: https://nickbenger793.clickmeeting.com/puppy-selection-and-training/register

In this podcast we discuss police dog training; including tracking training and the use of e-collars in police dog training. Steve White is a retired Seattle Police Canine sergeant and training supervisor. He is one of the leading pioneers for positive training methods for police K9 units and he is a popular training consultant and conference speaker. Join our in-person Introduction to Bikejoring event here: https://www.houndplus.com/collections/workshops/products/intro-to-bikejor-scootering-with-cat-le-chevalier

In this podcast we discuss the constructional aggression treatment (CAT) approach to resolving dog aggression. Kellie is the author of Turning Fierce Dogs Friendly: Using Constructional Aggression Treatment to Rehabilitate Aggressive and Reactive Dogs. She holds degrees in Behavior Analysis and conducted research on dog aggression at the University of North Texas. To get 50% Off Bella and Duke dog food use the code: DOGTALK50 at check out on their website: https://www.bellaandduke.com/ Ask Nick a question: www.speakpipe.com/nickbenger

In this podcast we discuss raw feeding. Whether there is merit to having "calming" diets? Is Coconut Oil good for dogs? Why is raw better than cooked? And much more. Rowan is the Chief Nutritional Officer at Bella and Duke dog food. He also hosts the Bella and Duke podcast. To get 50% Off Bella and Duke dog food use the code: DOGTALK50 at check out on their website: https://www.bellaandduke.com/ Ask Nick a question: www.speakpipe.com/nickbenger

In this podcast we discuss Louise's work training dogs for conservation projects such as finding hedgehogs, bats and newts. We also spoke about other detection dog work and how to get into the industry. Louise is the founder of Conservation K9 Consultancy and has over 16 years of experience training detection dogs for a variety of roles. Ask Nick a question: www.speakpipe.com/nickbenger

In this podcast we discuss our experiences working on Amazon Prime Video's The Pack and Nicole shares her knowledge on training dogs for television and advertising. Nicole is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and co-author of Working Like a Dog. Her expertise as a trainer has led to many media appearances including working on Amazon Prime Video's The Pack Ask Nick a question: www.speakpipe.com/nickbenger

In this podcast we discuss how to raise children and dogs and how to resolve problems when they do occur. Michelle Stern is a certified professional dog trainer and founder of Pooch Parenting. She hosts the Pooch Parenting Podcast and specialises in helping families succeed with both their dogs and their children. Ask Nick a question: www.speakpipe.com/nickbenger

In this podcast we spoke about how to run a successful dog business including some common mistakes people make and what you can do to avoid them. Veronica is the former Director of Behavior & Training for the San Francisco SPCA. She has been helping dog professionals create their dream businesses through dogbiz since 2003. Veronica is the co-founder of DogBiz. She is the author of How to Run a Dog Business and The Business of Dog Walking, the co-author of Minding Your Dog Business, and writes for multiple industry journals, including regular business columns in PPG’s Barks from the Guild and APDT’s Chronicle of the Dog. She is a sought-after speaker at conferences and dog training schools all over the world. Find Veronica's Thrive membership at: https://dogbizsuccess.com/thrive/