Dog Trainer's Podcast

31/07/2024

19/06/2024

For aspiring dog trainers, having a “system” in your methods helps you become more organized in your training and prevents you from making avoidable mistakes. If you don’t have a dog training system yet, learn from others and adapt what best works for you! Your system will change over time so that your training - and relationships with dogs and dog owners - becomes more refined.

12/06/2024

Mastering your material doesn’t mean you have to stick to only one concept. Researching new things, learning a variety of techniques, or practicing another skillset gives you the chance of mastering your craft from different perspectives. Don’t limit yourself! Make the time to see what else you can achieve if you put in the effort!

11/06/2024

As you start your career, finding a good mentor will help guide you in the right direction. Claiming you don’t need one will only make things harder and life is hard enough! If you have trouble asking for help, just reach out! The worst they can say is no, and that’s when you try again! Ask any leader in any industry and they’ll tell you that mentorship is not only one of the keys to success but also personal growth 🌟

05/06/2024

When mastering any material, it’s important to understand the difference between research and fluency. You can read all the books or watch all the videos you can on dog training but when you’re working with a real dog, will you have the fluency to deliver results? When you master fluency, there’s no thinking required because you’re reacting based on your seasoned experience!

04/06/2024

For aspiring dog trainers, it’s safe to say that YouTube University won’t teach you how to become a professional dog trainer. No one is perfect but by mastering your material, you gain the confidence from honing your craft and giving dog owners the assurance that their pet is in the best hands!

24/05/2024

‼️ Red Flags Beware ‼️ If you’re a dog owner in search of a suitable train & board program, and that trainer says they don’t use treats - run in the other direction! 🏃🏃‍♀️ Studies have shown treats to be a driving factor in effective dog training, backed by the experiences of the most professional dog trainers in the 🌎 the charisma & sales tactics of a trainer can only get your dog so far!

16/05/2024

Question for dog owners: as you research dog trainers and board & train programs, what are you looking for? What is it about board & train programs that you feel is the best fit for your dog? From our experience, most owners choose it for its convenience, its “summer camp” structure, and for its efficiency & speed. Why do YOU prefer it?

30/04/2024

For dog owners out there: understanding the nuances of a dog command will help you strengthen your relationship with them. A command can either help or hinder your dog’s development and how they respond to it is a good indicator of whether they’re learning or not. Value each command as if it were goal-oriented!

24/04/2024

For dog owners out there, taking your dog out for a walk can be a great exercise when it comes to impulse control. Setting limitations on what they can or can’t sniff will not only help your dog understand to control its impulses but will also make your loose leash-walk a breeze without having to stop at every bush 🌳

16/04/2024

For dog owners out there: do you think about how often you should heel your dog when going for a walk? Do you worry that your dog is staying behind too long or speeding ahead or getting too distracted? If so, you might be overthinking it. When going for a walk, it’s invaluable to let your dog have enough time to observe the environment around them, whether it’s sniffing or interacting with another dog. Next time, try practicing heeling your dog 10% - 15% of your walk and see if that will mark a difference in your dog’s behavior!

09/04/2024

Join Us Brent as he teams up with Vinnie Somma for an exclusive seminar in LA!

For beginners to advanced trainers, we'll cover everything from basic pet dog training to advanced problem-solving techniques! This event is your opportunity to learn from two renowned experts in the field: Brent LaBrada, owner of CANIS Behavior & co-host of the Dog Trainer’s Podcast and Vinnie Somma, head trainer at Say It Once Dog Training.

Mixer and BBQ: (Humans Only Please!) Kick off the experience with a casual mixer and BBQ on April 19th. This is a fantastic chance to meet fellow dog enthusiasts, owners, and other trainers to bond over shared passions, and set the stage for an absolutely amazing weekend.

Seminar (April 20th and 21st): Dive into two days of immersive, interactive learning. Our seminar is tailored for dog owners that are struggling with their dog in any capacity, as well as anyone passionate about dog training, from beginners to advanced trainers. We'll cover everything from basic pet dog training to advanced problem-solving techniques. Expect hands-on sessions, live demonstrations, and engaging discussions designed to enhance your skills and understanding of dog behavior. Sunday will have a Group Class where everyone, including spectators, can work their dog using the methods discussed in the seminar!

Mixer and Orientation on April 19th 5-9PM
Seminar Dates: April 20th and 21st, 2024
Location: CANIS Ranch, Santa Clarita CA

Check out the link in the bio to sign up!

30/03/2024

Walking a dog is not just “walking a dog”. There’s more to it than you think! In the first episode of our new season, we’re trying something new: we’re talking directly to dog owners on what they can do to strengthen their relationship with their dogs. In our first episode, “Training Dog Owners”, we talk about an almost symbiotic relationship when it comes to walking dogs. If a dog is speeding ahead of you, or slowing down the walk, without paying attention to you as the owner - that’s a problem. But that’s a problem that can be easily fixed! Check out the full episode on our YouTube channel & subscribe to learn more 🐶

15/02/2024

According to Stephanie Vichinsky from Methodk9, dog training means the training of helping develop dogs’ cognitive abilities. She starts with training the dog how to THINK, rather than how it can be trained to use its body. It’s easy to train a dog how to sit but much harder to make the dog know WHY it should sit. What do you think? What does dog training mean to you? And where do you think it should go?

19/01/2024

Can reading literature help with dog training? 🤔 According to Stephanie Vichinsky, reading books, whether it’s the classics or non-fiction, can help strengthen your communication when it comes to dog training and working with clients. Not every trainer has to be a great speaker, but learning how to communicate can give you the confidence you need ✅

12/01/2024

According to Stephanie Vichinsky​⁠, when it comes to dog training, you become a “mirror” to the dog, and the dog mirrors what you’re doing. If you’re not being authentic or genuine in your training, it reflects on the dog’s behavior! Always be confident in your strategy and the dog will follow! What do YOU think?