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Episode 45: Heath Hyatt Journey in Dog Training


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Weโ€™re back with Heath Hyatt for Part Two of our deep-dive into the world of working dogs โ€” from the mountains to the street.

With decades of experience in hunting and law enforcement, Heath unpacks what it really means to read, train, and build a dependable dog.


This episode is full of straight talk and sharp insights for anyone serious about the craft.

We dig into:

๐Ÿ”น The journey from hunting to professional K9 work

๐Ÿ”น Patience, pressure, and timing โ€“ core training principles that never go out of style

๐Ÿ”น E-collars โ€“ when to use them, how to avoid misuse

๐Ÿ”น Bear hunting with hounds โ€“ the grit, the risk, and the reward

๐Ÿ”น U.S. vs. Europe โ€“ cultural differences in training and breeding philosophies

๐Ÿ”น Real canine psychology โ€“ motivation, compulsion, and the weight of responsibility

This oneโ€™s not just for houndsmen โ€“ itโ€™s for anyone who trains, handles, or just wants to understand dogs on a deeper level.

๐ŸŽง Listen now on Nordic Tales and American Trails โ€“ available wherever you get your podcasts.

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