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Join host Michele Forto, the lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works. Did you know teaching your dog impulse control is an important life skill that can help keep them safe and curb unwanted behaviors like darting out of doorways or jumping on people. Impulse control means teaching your dog to wait for permission before engaging in a specific activity. So, today we are talking about impulse control and games for your dog.
Join host Michele Forto, the lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works. Did you know training for your dog's attention teaches them to be a good student? In class, the best student sits quietly, content to wait for the teacher's instructions. It is much easier for an owner to teach a dog everything else once they set this foundation in place. Today we are talking about keeping your dog's attention.
Join host Robert Forto as he speaks to Mark Connolly about fitness for dog training and dog trainers, working dogs, and the breeds of the day on this episode of Dog Works Radio.
To support our show, please go to our Patreon page.
ABOUT DOG WORKS RADIO:
Dog training experts and best-selling authors Robert and Michele Forto (A Musher's Dream) take the listener into dogs' scruffy, curious, and sometimes heroic world.
What does it mean to "own" a dog? Can dogs teach us compassion? How do dogs learn? What are your breed's origins, and what were they bred to do?
Dog Works Radio is an award-winning podcast that is a delightful and surprising look at our relationship with our K9 buddies.
ABOUT ROBERT FORTO:
Robert Forto is the training director of Alaska Dog Works, a podcaster and business coach who helps entrepreneurs all over the country create sustainable business success. Whether through her podcast, his dog training business, or one of his trainings, you will quickly realize that you can be the best dog owner possible.
CONNECT FURTHER WITH US:
PODCAST: https://dogworksradio.com
MORE RESOURCES: https://alaskadogworks.com
Join host Robert Forto as he speaks to Jared Easley about shelter dogs, volunteering, podcasting, and much more on this episode of Dog Works Radio.
To support our show, please go to our Patreon page.
ABOUT DOG WORKS RADIO:
Dog training experts and best-selling authors Robert and Michele Forto (A Musher's Dream) take the listener into dogs' scruffy, curious, and sometimes heroic world.
What does it mean to "own" a dog? Can dogs teach us compassion? How do dogs learn? What are your breed's origins, and what were they bred to do?
Dog Works Radio is an award-winning podcast that is a delightful and surprising look at our relationship with our K9 buddies.
ABOUT ROBERT FORTO:
Robert Forto is the training director of Alaska Dog Works, a podcaster and business coach who helps entrepreneurs all over the country create sustainable business success. Whether through her podcast, his dog training business, or one of his trainings, you will quickly realize that you can be the best dog owner possible.
CONNECT FURTHER WITH US:
PODCAST: https://dogworksradio.com
MORE RESOURCES: https://alaskadogworks.com
Join host Robert Forto as he sits down with the American Kennel Club's Museum of the Dog curator, Alan Fausel, in New York City. They talk about the exhibits, the history, mission, and vision of this very cool place for dog lovers everywhere.
To support our show, please go to our Patreon page.
ABOUT DOG WORKS RADIO:
Dog training experts and best-selling authors Robert and Michele Forto (A Musher's Dream) take the listener into dogs' scruffy, curious, and sometimes heroic world.
What does it mean to "own" a dog? Can dogs teach us compassion? How do dogs learn? What are your breed's origins, and what were they bred to do?
Dog Works Radio is an award-winning podcast that is a delightful and surprising look at our relationship with our K9 buddies.
ABOUT ROBERT FORTO:
Robert Forto is the training director of Alaska Dog Works, a podcaster and business coach who helps entrepreneurs all over the country create sustainable business success. Whether through her podcast, his dog training business, or one of his trainings, you will quickly realize that you can be the best dog owner possible.
CONNECT FURTHER WITH US:
PODCAST: https://dogworksradio.com
MORE RESOURCES: https://alaskadogworks.com
Join host Michele Forto, the lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works, as she discusses why the dog you see on TV and in the movies might not be the right fit for your family.
To support our show, please go to our Patreon page.
ABOUT DOG WORKS RADIO:
Dog training experts and best-selling authors Robert and Michele Forto (A Musher's Dream) take the listener into dogs' scruffy, curious, and sometimes heroic world.
What does it mean to "own" a dog? Can dogs teach us compassion? How do dogs learn? What are your breed's origins, and what were they bred to do?
Dog Works Radio is an award-winning podcast that is a delightful and surprising look at our relationship with our K9 buddies.
ABOUT ROBERT FORTO:
Robert Forto is the training director of Alaska Dog Works, a podcaster and business coach who helps entrepreneurs all over the country create sustainable business success. Whether through her podcast, his dog training business, or one of his trainings, you will quickly realize that you can be the best dog owner possible.
CONNECT FURTHER WITH US:
PODCAST: https://dogworksradio.com
MORE RESOURCES: https://alaskadogworks.com
Join host Michele Forto, the lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works, as she discusses why the dog you see on TV and in the movies might not be the right fit for your family.
To support our show, please go to our Patreon page.
ABOUT DOG WORKS RADIO:
Dog training experts and best-selling authors Robert and Michele Forto (A Musher's Dream) take the listener into dogs' scruffy, curious, and sometimes heroic world.
What does it mean to "own" a dog? Can dogs teach us compassion? How do dogs learn? What are your breed's origins, and what were they bred to do?
Dog Works Radio is an award-winning podcast that is a delightful and surprising look at our relationship with our K9 buddies.
ABOUT ROBERT FORTO:
Robert Forto is the training director of Alaska Dog Works, a podcaster and business coach who helps entrepreneurs all over the country create sustainable business success. Whether through her podcast, his dog training business, or one of his trainings, you will quickly realize that you can be the best dog owner possible.
CONNECT FURTHER WITH US:
PODCAST: https://dogworksradio.com
MORE RESOURCES: https://alaskadogworks.com
Well… summer is supposed to be in full swing. I don't know about where you live but up here in Alaska it is still cold and rainy almost every day. That doesn't stop us hardy dog owners. We still get out and do group classes in the park on Saturdays and many of us are hitting the hiking trails with the bear spray firmly in hand. Those buggers are awake and roaming around.
On today's show we are going to talk about dog hiking groups and should you consider one. In fact, we have one here and it is a part of our Adventure Dog Club. You can head over to our website, Alaska dog works (dot) com, and check it out. On this episode, we give you tips on what to look for when researching dog hiking clubs in your area, what questions to ask, what to avoid, and how to prepare your dog for the hikes.
To support our show, please go to our Patreon page.
ABOUT DOG WORKS RADIO:
Dog training experts and best-selling authors Robert and Michele Forto (A Musher's Dream) take the listener into the scruffy, curious, and sometimes heroic world of dogs.
What does it mean to "own" a dog? Can dogs teach us compassion? How do dogs learn? What are your breed's origins and what were they bred to do?
Dog Works Radio is an award-winning podcast that is a delightful and surprising look at the relationship we have with our K9 buddies.
ABOUT MICHELE FORTO:
Michele Forto is the lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works, a podcaster and business coach who helps entrepreneurs all over the country create sustainable business success. Whether it is through her podcast, her dog training business or one of her trainings, you will quickly realize that you can be the best dog owner possible.
CONNECT FURTHER WITH US:
PODCAST: https://dogworksradio.com
MORE RESOURCES: https://alaskadogworks.com
It is coming up on Memorial Day and the official kick-off of summer which means one thing…doing fun things with your family and your dog. On today's show we are going to give you some great ideas to try with your K9 Buddy this summer, like teaching them how to swim, enjoying a picnic and even how to create some Paw Art.
To support our show, please go to our Patreon page.
ABOUT DOG WORKS RADIO:
Dog training experts and best-selling authors Robert and Michele Forto (A Musher's Dream) take the listener into the scruffy, curious, and sometimes heroic world of dogs.
What does it mean to "own" a dog? Can dogs teach us compassion? How do dogs learn? What are your breed's origins and what were they bred to do?
Dog Works Radio is an award-winning podcast that is a delightful and surprising look at the relationship we have with our K9 buddies.
ABOUT MICHELE FORTO:
Michele Forto is the lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works, a podcaster and business coach who helps entrepreneurs all over the country create sustainable business success. Whether it is through her podcast, her dog training business or one of her trainings, you will quickly realize that you can be the best dog owner possible.
CONNECT FURTHER WITH US:
PODCAST: https://dogworksradio.com
MORE RESOURCES: https://alaskadogworks.com
Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes dog trainer and author Marc Goldberg to talk about his new book, The Joy of Playing with Your Dog, working with the Monks of New Skete, Panemic Puppies and much more.
To support our show, please go to our Patreon page.
ABOUT DOG WORKS RADIO:
Dog training experts and best-selling authors Robert and Michele Forto (A Musher's Dream) take the listener into the scruffy, curious, and sometimes heroic world of dogs.
What does it mean to "own" a dog? Can dogs teach us compassion? How do dogs learn? What are your breed's origins and what were they bred to do?
Dog Works Radio is an award-winning podcast that is a delightful and surprising look at the relationship we have with our K9 buddies.
ABOUT ROBERT FORTO:
Robert Forto is the training director of Alaska Dog Works, a podcaster and business coach who helps entrepreneurs all over the country create sustainable business success. Whether through her podcast, his dog training business, or one of his trainings, you will quickly realize that you can be the best dog owner possible.
CONNECT FURTHER WITH US:
PODCAST: https://dogworksradio.com
MORE RESOURCES: https://alaskadogworks.com
SOCIAL MEDIA: https://beacons.ai/dogworks
CONTACT: http://alaskadogworks.com/contact-alaska-dog-works/
LINKS MENTIONED: Marc Goldberg Dog Trainer
Chicago Dog Trainer
Buy the Book The Joy of Playing with Your Dog
FREE: 100 Dog Training Tips http://ak.dog/100tips
PRESENTING SPONSOR:
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The views and opinions expressed in each episode are those of the individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast host and team or the owner of this Intellectual Property. This podcast is not an authority of legal advice, and listeners are encouraged to seek professional counsel regarding their brand, business, and otherwise. We all hope you enjoy and find value in each episode.
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