Toronto dog walker Amanda Factor is on a mission to learn more about dogs. Join her as she gets schooled by the experts on all sorts of dog-related topics.
"I’m learning so much and I’ve listened to every episode twice so far because I don’t want to miss anything. So happy I found this, thank you for sharing such important information!" -Apple Podcasts review
Richard Gonzalez of The Domesticated Dog teaches us what kids
learn when they train dogs, how to keep kids feeling excited and
motivated, and why attending training sessions together benefits
the whole family (and their dog).
Returning guest Lyz Knight of Rover Rehab shares her reaction
to the 1989 buddy cop classic Turner & Hooch, starring Tom
Hanks and Beasley the Dogue de Bordeaux!
We discuss the movie from a dog trainer's perspective and
consider important questions, such as: Why are the animal control
officers so bad at their jobs?...
Ben Micflikier of Polite Pets teaches us what to consider
before adopting a dog from a shelter or rescue, what to expect the
first few weeks with your adopted dog, and what to do if your
adoption application gets turned down.
Holly Ovington of Positive Paws Dog Training teaches us how to
set your reactive dog up for success, why it's important to prevent
reactions before they happen, and how to be more direct and
advocate for your reactive dog.
Dr. Valli Fraser-Celin (PhD) teaches us about her work
studying wild canids and community dogs, why dogs aren't pack
animals, and why language is important when we talk about our
dogs.
Toronto dog walker Amanda Factor is on a mission to learn more about dogs. Join her as she gets schooled by the experts on all sorts of dog-related topics.