Zen Dog Training

By Just Curious Media & Zen Dog Training

A unique dog training podcast sharing a peaceful approach to raising your dog with Zen.

Hosts: Jason Connell, award-winning documentary producer & dog lover & Gordon Fontaine, maste

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How many episodes does Zen Dog Training have?

The podcast currently has 52 episodes available.

Zen Dog Training episodes:

August 13, 2025 Socialization To Touch (Remastered)
Zen Dog Training
Episode 52: Socialization To Touch (Remastered)

Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine revisit E23 and discuss the 2nd of the 7 Essential Puppy Lessons in Zen Dog Training. Socialization to touch is essential to helping dogs grow into Zen Dogs.

Recorded: 07-23-25 & 08-16-24
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

#justcuriousmedia #zendogtraining #mrjasonconnell #gordonfontaine #pets #puppies #dogoftheday #doglover #ilovemydog #puppylove #animals #doggy #doglife #lovedogs #animal #doglove #bestwoof #mansbestfriend #dogtraining #puppytraining #zen #dog #training
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19min
July 30, 2025 Socialization To People, Places, And Things (Remastered)
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Episode 51: Socialization To People, Places, & Things (Remastered)

Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine revisit E21 and discuss the 1st of the 7 Essential Puppy Lessons in Zen Dog Training.
Socialization to people, places, things and new experiences is essential to helping dogs grow into Zen Dogs. Socialization for dogs and puppies is more than just getting them around other dogs it’s about helping them understand the world is a safe place and deepening the bond with you and your family.
Topics include: The socialization period for puppies, pitfall of using a pee pad for young puppies, socialization is the root of dog domestication.

Socialization tips for helping shy and timid dogs of all ages overcome their fears and phobias.

Recorded: 07-23-25 & 07-24-24
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

#justcuriousmedia #zendogtraining #mrjasonconnell #gordonfontaine #pets #puppies #dogoftheday #doglover #ilovemydog #puppylove #animals #doggy #doglife #lovedogs #animal #doglove #bestwoof #mansbestfriend #dogtraining #puppytraining #zen #dog #training
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20min
July 02, 2025 Help! My Dog Won’t Stop Barking!
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Episode 50: Help! My Dog Won’t Stop Barking!

Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss one of the biggest issues people have with their dogs, which is uncontrollable barking and how to stop it!

Recorded: 05-28-25
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

#justcuriousmedia #zendogtraining #mrjasonconnell #gordonfontaine #pets #puppies #dogoftheday #doglover #ilovemydog #puppylove #animals #doggy #doglife #lovedogs #animal #doglove #bestwoof #mansbestfriend #dogtraining #puppytraining #zen #dog #training
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16min
June 18, 2025 Reactive Dog Training
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Episode 49: Reactive Dog Training

Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss the hot-button topic of "reactive" dog training and ways to control your dog to avoid problems. In addition, listeners learn that “avoiding isn’t training” and solving dog reactivity requires specialized training and the ability to gently interrupt barking, lunging, and other unwanted behaviors.

Recorded: 05-28-25
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

#justcuriousmedia #zendogtraining #mrjasonconnell #gordonfontaine #pets #puppies #dogoftheday #doglover #ilovemydog #puppylove #animals #doggy #doglife #lovedogs #animal #doglove #bestwoof #mansbestfriend #dogtraining #puppytraining #zen #dog #training
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15min
June 04, 2025 Why NOT Leash Jerk Or Use A Slip Lead
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Episode 48: Why NOT Leash Jerk Or Use A Slip Lead

Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss why no one should ever do a leash jerk or use a slip lead on their dog.

Recorded: 05-28-25
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

#justcuriousmedia #zendogtraining #mrjasonconnell #gordonfontaine #pets #puppies #dogoftheday #doglover #ilovemydog #puppylove #animals #doggy #doglife #lovedogs #animal #doglove #bestwoof #mansbestfriend #dogtraining #puppytraining #zen #dog #training
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16min
May 21, 2025 The Owner's Manual For Your Dog
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Episode 47: The Owner's Manual For Your Dog

Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss indisputable dog training lessons that apply to every dog — regardless of age or breed.
This owner's manual will help you better understand how your dog learns and includes lessons to use on puppies and adult dogs alike to turn them into Zen Dogs!
Recorded: 03-25-25
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

#justcuriousmedia #zendogtraining #mrjasonconnell #gordonfontaine #pets #puppies #dogoftheday #doglover #ilovemydog #puppylove #animals #doggy #doglife #lovedogs #animal #doglove #bestwoof #mansbestfriend #dogtraining #puppytraining #zen #dog #training
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17min
May 07, 2025 Dogs Are Emotional Creatures
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Episode 46: Dogs Are Emotional Creatures

Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss how dogs are emotional / feeling creatures. Humans are emotional and have the ability to think and act logically.
Zen Dog Training is to truly understand your dog’s different perspective as the foundation for dog training based on compassion and mutual understanding.
Recorded: 03-25-25
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

#justcuriousmedia #zendogtraining #mrjasonconnell #gordonfontaine #pets #puppies #dogoftheday #doglover #ilovemydog #puppylove #animals #doggy #doglife #lovedogs #animal #doglove #bestwoof #mansbestfriend #dogtraining #puppytraining #zen #dog #training
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15min
April 23, 2025 Why NOT Scruff Your Dog Or Do An ALPHA Roll
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Episode 45: Why NOT Scruff Your Dog Or Do An ALPHA Roll

Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss the harm from scruffing your dog or making them doing an Alpha Roll.
Recorded: 03-25-25
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

#justcuriousmedia #zendogtraining #mrjasonconnell #gordonfontaine #pets #puppies #dogoftheday #doglover #ilovemydog #puppylove #animals #doggy #doglife #lovedogs #animal #doglove #bestwoof #mansbestfriend #dogtraining #puppytraining #zen #dog #training
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12min
April 09, 2025 How To Stop Leash Pulling
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Episode 44: How To Stop Leash Pulling

Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss a how to stop your dog from leash pulling.
Recorded: 01-29-25
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

#justcuriousmedia #zendogtraining #mrjasonconnell #gordonfontaine #pets #puppies #dogoftheday #doglover #ilovemydog #puppylove #animals #doggy #doglife #lovedogs #animal #doglove #bestwoof #mansbestfriend #dogtraining #puppytraining #zen #dog #training
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16min
March 26, 2025 Leash Lessons
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Episode 43: Leash Lessons

Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss the unique ways that Zen Dog Training teaches leash walking. Learn how to help your dog walk with you without force or a tight leash, and the right tools and equipment to help you create teaching moments that instill lessons and make walking your dog easier.
Recorded: 01-29-25
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

#justcuriousmedia #zendogtraining #mrjasonconnell #gordonfontaine #pets #puppies #dogoftheday #doglover #ilovemydog #puppylove #animals #doggy #doglife #lovedogs #animal #doglove #bestwoof #mansbestfriend #dogtraining #puppytraining #zen #dog #training
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15min

FAQs about Zen Dog Training:

How many episodes does Zen Dog Training have?

The podcast currently has 52 episodes available.

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