Mike Akeroyd is a retired firefighter from Texas who not only competes in AKC Hunt Tests, but also judges them as well. He brings a unique perspective to the table after carefully observing how handlers of various skill levels work their dogs in high-pressure situations. He gives a ton of valuable advice including obedience tips, how body language can be an essential training tool and how training positive behaviors will keep you a step ahead of your dog.

Episode 82: Mike Akeroyd- Lessons From Judging Hunt Tests That All Dog Owners Can Appreciate

If you love bird dogs, or working dogs of any breed, then the Sporting Dog Talk Podcast is your go-to source for information. Each week, guests who are experts in all-things-working dogs, offer up a perfect mix of education and entertainment all centered around their lives which have been devoted to man’s best friend.

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For the last episode of Sporting Dog Talk, we welcome Jordan Horak of Cato Outdoors. Jordan is one of the most knowledgeable dog trainers alive today. While he specializes in English cockers, he trains all types of working dogs to a high level.

Episode 154: Jordan Horak- The Secret To Keeping Bird Dogs In Range While Hunting

Douglas Spale is a dedicated upland and waterfowl hunter, as well as an Outdoor Writer. He spends his entire fall coursing the country with his Labs in search of hunting opportunities, and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to developing bird dogs.

Episode 153: Douglas Spale- Rookie Season Realities All Sporting Dog Owners Will Face

Megan Day is a dog lover with a vet tech background, who now operates WagHab - a canine physical therapy clinic. She is an expert at diagnosing, and treating, a variety of issues that are common in the sporting dog world.

Episode 152: Megan Day- Treatment Options You Didn't Know Existed For Injured Hunting Dogs

Pennsylvania's, Nathan Ratchford, is the Associate Editor of Gun Dog magazine, and Wildfowl Magazine. He's also a devout upland and waterfowl hunter who is a self-proclaimed dog geek. Nathan shares his recent decision to place his puppy back with the breeder and what he learned from having a new breed.

Episode 151: Nathan Ratchford- Dealing With The Most Difficult Dog Decisions

Simone Schara is an avid upland and waterfowl hunter, who is passionate about retrievers. She's a wealth of knowledge on how to ask - and receive - the most out of her dogs, no matter the hunting situation. Simone talks about her recent pheasant hunt, how her 2nd season with her pup had been, and what it’s like to run multiple dogs in the field. This is a great podcast for all working dog owners. Enjoy!

Episode 82: Mike Akeroyd- Lessons From Judging Hunt Tests That All Dog Owners Can Appreciate

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