Everything Dog Training!

My guest this week is Leeron Liftik, a trainer and behaviour consultant in California. Leeron has extensive experience with shelter dogs and we had a really cool conversation.

"Dogs are dogs; let them be that. The area I am called on most frequently to support is helping medium and high-drive personality working breeds to integrate into companion-level homes. My approach is creating change at an emotional level to impact behaviours informed by the resilience conditioning framework. By focusing on holistically meeting the animal's needs from an integrative platform, any maladaptive coping mechanisms inherently become obsolete. I maintain specialty in treating fear-based behaviours, aggression, separation related behaviours and gestational development for puppies. I work with dogs from all sorts of background but far and away have the most experience with shelter and rescue animals and they represent my preferred population."

You can reach him via his Facebook page.

https://www.facebook.com/ProfessionalDogNerd

Our guest this week is Drayton Michaels.

Drayton has been working with dogs professionally for 24 years. 

He is a graduate of the Academy For Dog Trainers in 2007 and completed the course Living & Learning with Animals conducted by Dr. Susan Friedman. 

In 2009 Drayton released the very first documentary about Pit Bull dogs The Pit Bull Hoax. It featured Dr Ian Dunbar, Jean Donaldson, Dr. Nick Rodman and Diane Jessup. Drayton also featured in the film Beyond The Myth (Netflix) 2011 a film about the perils of BSL (Breed Specific Legislation). Drayton has appeared on numerous NYC & NJ news programs, including NBC's The Today Show, discussing positive dog training and Pit Bull Advocacy. 

In 2024 Drayton completed his first book, The Puppy Parents Handbook. A guide to raising a well trained puppy the 21st Century. 

Drayton's business Urban Dawgs works with an average of 400 dogs a year in private and group classes. 

He is a staunch advocate for reward based dog training and does not use methods that are fear or pain based. You can connect with him -

IG @UrbanDawgs 

FaceBook @DraytonMichaels 

TikTok @ModernDogTraining 

YouTube - Modern Dog Training 

Human movement webinar - https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/human-movement-for-dog-training-webinar

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[email protected]

@glasgowdogtrainer on socials

This episode's guest is Nathan Bishop of Attune Dog Training. Nathan focus on helping dogs and their owners build strong, trust-based relationships through positive-reinforcement techniques. With over 10 years of experience and accreditation from the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers, he works closely with my clients to address the root causes of behavioural issues, ensuring long-term, sustainable progress.

Nathan specialises in working dogs in domestic settings, tailoring my approach to each dog's unique needs. His training is real-world oriented, focusing on environments where dogs and their owners live and interact daily, with personalized support both locally in the West Midlands area and online. You can reach him -

https://attunedogtraining.com/

Instagram: @attune_dog_training

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/attunedogtraining

Links to this week's courses

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https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/calm-on-cue

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/adolescentdogs

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/triangle-of-trust

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/bulletproof-focus

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/teach-your-dog-to-walk-on-a-loose-lead

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/Total-recall

In this week's episode, I talk about what should give you pause when selecting a dog training professional. It may not be all that it seems!

You can get 10% off the following courses using the code "Pod10"

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/calm-on-cue

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/adolescentdogs

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/triangle-of-trust

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/bulletproof-focus

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/teach-your-dog-to-walk-on-a-loose-lead

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/Total-recall

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/dealing-with-aggression-and-reactivity-in-dogs-a-guide-for-owners-and-trainers

This week's guest is Alice Davies.

Alice runs A.D. Dog Training, a force free dog walking and training service. Having worked with numerous dogs in a variety of settings her true passion (or some say obsession!) for dog training was ignited and grew alongside her first dog a an adult, Maisie. Maisie has been Alice's companion for over 14yrs and has helped teach her a tremendous amount but most importantly how to slow down and be more mindful. In recent years Alice and her family have also welcomed a Romanian rescue, Evie, into the home who continues to challenge and improve her skills on a daily basis!

Taking up dog walking as a part time job during studies Alice soon came to the realisation that a full time career working with dogs was not only possible but would also be a dream come true! Walking dogs and spending so much time with them allowed invaluable insight into their behaviour and body language. Reading and researching as much as possible and carrying out many courses during this time Alice endeavoured to learn as much as she could about ethical, force-free training to ensure she was up to date with current knowledge and scientific research. Currently a student with PACT (Professional Association of Canine Trainers) Alice is always eager to learn more and expand on her expertise.

Alice aims to help dogs, and their humans, live happy, harmonious lives. She believes dogs should be allowed to be dogs, but within safe boundaries, ensuring they can live and thrive in our human-filled world.

Website: 

https://addogtraining.co.uk/

Facebook & Instagram 

https://www.facebook.com/addogtraining

https://www.instagram.com/addogtraining/profilecard/?igsh=Ynkxd2J6OHN2dWhs

Just me this time! In this episode, I talk about a case I am working at the moment of a fearful dog, helping him to become more relaxed and confident.

I also have a chat about what to look for in when selecting a dog training professional.

Our guest on this episode is Harry Matthews

Harry "Henno" Matthews runs Mission: GSD, an online training platform specifically for German, Belgian and Dutch Shepherd breeds.

Henno is a former Police Firearms Officer, Police Dog Handler and he still trains Police Dogs as a qualified dog trainer.

He is a Wilderness Survival Instructor, Volunteer Medic and serving Firefighter. He is also a Canine First Aid Instructor.

Henno is also the head dog trainer for Origin Dog Training, his in-person business based in Jersey, CI.

Mission: GSD was born from a desire to work with people and their high-drive dogs. Its an online training business focusing on Play and Reactivity.

They have an downloadable Play Course coming soon alongside regular reactivity webinars.

Www.missiongsd.com

Www.facebook.com/missiongsd

Www.instagram.com/missiongsd

In this episode I talk about the various pitfalls and limitations of most of the common suggestions we have into how to reduce the number of serious dog bites and fatalities by these types of dogs.

If you need help with your dog and are not in the Glasgow area, please contact me by email [email protected]. We offer online training courses and remote, in person consultations which are very effective.

You can access our online learning platform here.

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/

Today we are in conversation with Mary Torrano

Mary Torrano is a dog training and behavior consultant in the United States, serving clients primarily in California and New Mexico. Mary has trained her own dogs for over 40 years and now professionally for 5 years. She is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), Fear Free certified trainer, American Kennel Club (AKC) trainer and evaluator, and holds a Masters degree in Physiology & Behavioral Biology.  

Mary uses only humane, non-aversive, science-based methods. She specializes in helping people with fear, anxiety, reactivity, and aggression in their family dogs. Mary has participated in a variety of public dog activities and sports, including rally obedience, herding, scent-work, and emotional therapy. She offers private in-home consultations, a variety of group classes and events, consults with local dog shelters, and is available for online coaching.  

With a life-long love of learning, Mary avidly pursues professional development and keeps current in learning theory literature.  When she's not helping people help their dogs, she teaches hundreds of students in her online Anatomy & Physiology courses as a full-time college faculty member. Mary's family shares their home with 3 dogs: 8 yo Cairn Terrier "Stonnie", 7 yo Berger Picard "Lyra", and 4 yo Border Collie "Jasper".

You can contact her at: [email protected]   

FB - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087480818692

Meetup - https://www.meetup.com/mary-torrano-dog-training/

10% discounts are available on the following courses -

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/triangle-of-trust

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/teach-your-dog-to-walk-on-a-loose-lead

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/Total-recall

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/bulletproof-focus

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This week, my guest is Andy Collins, of Forest Dogs, 

Higham Hill Dog Training Club.

Andy is a force free trainer and has a very successful dog day boarding set up at his home. Andy also has a team of walkers who service dogs throughout the week (only 1-1). Andy also carries out 1-1 consultations on more difficult client/ dog relationships.

Andy is the national coordinator of bouvier welfare and rescue UK which aims to provide support advice and potentially new homes to the Bouvier des Flandres dog.

Andy has many years experience of working with a variety of dogs - and now has his own force free dog school based in east London.

Andy is guardian to Steffi an 8.5 year old bouvier who has helped develop Andy's understanding of dog behaviour immensely.

Thanks to his beloved family, who put up with him and his nonsense!

Links to the adolescent dog courses.

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/bulletproof-focus

Use code "focus10" for 10% off

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/calm-on-cue

https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/adolescentdogs

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