The Modern Dog Trainer Podcast
by The Modern Dog Trainer
The Modern Dog Trainer Podcast provides the best dog training business tips for modern dog trainers. Learn alongside the industry's leading professionals as we discuss relevant dog training news, dog behavior theories, business practices, and more!
Episodes
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Ep. 42 - Bradley Phifer & The CCPDT 20th Anniversary
Bradley Phifer, Executive Director of the CCPDT, joins me today to discuss this important anniversary. We go into why it is important and what it means for the industry. We also discuss why the CCPDT is unique and how a diverse range of dog trainers all over the country have pursued this...
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Ep. 41 - Richard Gonzalez on Embracing Social Media and Speaking Your Truth
Richard Gonzalez UW-AAB, KPA-CTP, CPDT-KA, AKC-CGC, DTIP, USMC, first started learning positive reinforcement (R+) with dogs in January 2010. As a Wounded Service member undergoing medical recovery from wounds sustained in combat, he was introduced to service dogs and training. It was through his...
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Ep. 40 - Frequently Asked Questions with Ines McNeil
Ines answers some of your frequently asked questions in this episode including: How to get your clients to do their homework, How to attract clients on social media? What tools do I recommend? How do you narrow in on where to focus your time and energy to grow when you’re just beginning and have...
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Ep. 39 - Dee Hoult on Juggling a Seven-Figure Dog Training Business Owner & Toddler Mom Life
Dee Hoult, MBA, CDBC, Miami mom, and owner of Applause Your Paws Dog Training - South Florida’s Largest privately owned dog training company. In between toddler mom life, Dee runs her non-profit prison dog training program and provides the vision for her seven-figure dog training business. Today...
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Ep. 38 - Malena DeMartini on Working with Separation Anxiety
Malena DeMartini joins us today to talk about separation anxiety. This topic alone gives lots of trainers anxiety! She shares some common misconceptions of separation anxiety, frequent mistakes, and the role that desensitization has in treating SA in dogs. Discover why separation anxiety happens...
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Ep. 37 - Melissa McCue-McGrath on Expectations of Dogs in the City
Melissa McCue-McGrath, CPDT-KA, is the author of “Considerations for the City Dog“, the urban dog's handbook. Additionally, she's the co-Training Director of New England Dog Training Club (the oldest AKC Obedience club in the country). In this episode, we discuss tips for navigating the city with...
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Ep. 36 - Katie Mae Webb Discusses How We Can Help Our Spouses Be More Supportive Through Our Entrepreneurship Journey
Katie Mae Webb was born and raised in Arizona and has a background in Human and Family Development from Arizona State University. She’s been married to her high school sweetheart for twelve years now and they are the proud parents of two beautiful kiddos. Today, Katie shares her recommendations…
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Ep. 35 - Marcella Ward Shares Her Experiences and Tips for Joining In Dog Sports
Marcella Ward has participated in dog sports for over 14 years. Today, she shares her tips for joining in with confidence and where you can find resources to help you get started. These are the websites she recommends looking at to get into dog sports: AKC: https://www.akc.org/ USDAA:...
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Ep. 34 - Michelle Stern of Pooch Parenting Shares How Dog Trainers Can Better Support Parents Through The Training Process
Michelle Stern, CPDT-Ka, founder of Pooch Parenting, shares how her experience of 16 years as an educator and years as a dog trainer give her a unique skillset to support parents virtually across the world through her work. She shares how dog trainers can better support the humans in their work -...
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Ep. 33 - Jio and Taylor of Smart Bitch Modern Dog Training on Branding Your Dog Training Business to Get Noticed
Jiovany Alcaide, CPDT-KA, and Taylor Barconey, CPDT-KA, own and operate a dog training business, Smart Bitch Modern Dog Training, in New Orleans, LA, but have become recognized across the country due to their stand-out branding and online visibility. In this episode, we dive into their choices...
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Ep. 32 - Susan Friedman, Ph.D on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Its Impact in Dog Training
Susan Friedman, Ph.D and psychology professor at Utah State University, shares her insights today about the impact that understanding Applied Behavior Analysis can have on a trainer's work. Her course "Living and Learning with Animals: The Fundamental Principles and Procedures of Teaching and...
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Ep. 31 - Laura Gendron of Miss Behavior Training on Virtual Dog Training Lessons and Memberships
Laura Gendron, CPDT-KA, founder and behavior consultant at Miss Behavior Training, joins us on the podcast today to talk about how she's adapted to virtual training and juggling the responsibilities of business ownership and parenthood. Laura offers a variety of online courses, virtual lessons…
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Ep 30 - 5 Shifts You Have to Make in Order to Become a Successful Dog Trainer
It is possible to earn 6 figures wherever you are right now. Achieving this milestone is not just a matter of what you do, but more so on how you do it. (Note: Replay of a previously recorded Facebook Live. Join our free Facebook group: Business Support by the Modern Dog Trainer) About the Host:...
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Ep 29 - Most Common Skills of Successful Dog Trainers
After speaking to several hundred clients over these last few years – a few trends have emerged and today, I’m going to share my observations with you. (Note: Replay of a previously recorded Facebook Live. Join our free Facebook group: Business Support by the Modern Dog Trainer) About the Host:...
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Ep 28 - Seeing Sales as a Life Saving Opportunity
Sales. I used to also be nervous about it. Did you feel like this too? Sometimes asking questions is one of the best ways to do that. (Note: Replay of a previously recorded Facebook Live. Join our free Facebook group: Business Support by the Modern Dog Trainer) About the Host: Ines McNeil the...
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Ep 27 - Reducing Your Overwhelm as a Dog Training Business Owner
Its no question that there is a LOT to be concerned about these days. However, as a business owner, you have to stay focused. The following recommendations should help you refocus and reduce your overwhelm as we transition into a new world in 2021. (Note: Replay of a previously recorded Facebook...
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Ep 26 - Marketing Dos and Don’ts for Dog Trainers
After seeing these common trends in my clients, I thought it would be a good time to share these dos and don’ts so you don’t find yourself wasting time or energy in these ways. (Note: Replay of a previously recorded Facebook Live. Join our free Facebook group: Business Support by the Modern Dog...
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Ep 25 - Pricing Your Online and In-Person Dog Training Services
In this episode, Ines goes into some questions that she often receives around pricing your online and offline dog training services, classes, and lessons. Listen in for some tips on how to price yourself according to your value rather than relying on your competition to set your prices. (Note…
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Ep 24 - Common Fears Dog Trainers Have That Hold You Back
Sometimes you're your own worst enemy. These are fears I see many dog trainers have that could be hold you back. (Note: This is a replay of a previously recorded Facebook Live. Join our free Facebook group: Business Support by The Modern Dog Trainer.) About the Host: Ines McNeil the founder of…
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Ep 23 - Improving Communication for Better Results with Megan Wallace
Ever wonder how you could get better results? Are your clients not complying with your recommendations? These tips should help you see drastic improvements with your training clients. (Note: Replay of a previously recorded Facebook Live. Join our free Facebook group: Business Support by The…
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Ep 22 - Nan Arthur on Developing Better Dog Training Skills
In this episode of the Modern Dog Trainer Podcast, we had Nan Arthur on to discuss the importance of developing your training skills as a professional dog trainer. As the author of Chill Out Fido! How To Calm Your Dog, Nan brings 23 years of experience and works with dog professionals, shelter...
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Ep 21 – Kaelin Munkelwitz On Expanding Her Business Nationally And Meeting Gary Vee
In this episode of The Modern Dog Trainer Podcast, we invited Kaelin Munkelwitz to join us to discuss her adventures of growing her dog training business across the country and how she came to meet Gary Vaynerchuk and what she learned from him. She is the owner, head trainer, and behaviorist at…
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Ep 20 - Nick Hof on Branding a Dog Training Business
On this episode of The Modern Dog Trainer Podcast, we had Nick Hof on to discuss the many aspects of branding and marketing your dog training business as well as how to stay efficient and professional in your work. Nick has an extremely impressive business presence online and has extensive...
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Ep 19 - Alex Andes on Partnering with Animal Shelters as a Dog Trainer
On this episode we had Alex Andes on the show to discuss partnering with shelters as a dog trainer. Listen in as we discuss many of the different aspects, both good and bad, or working with animal shelters. You can find show notes for this episode here:...
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Ep 18 - Audrey Ann Low on Starting Out as a New Modern Dog Trainer
On this episode we had Audrey Ann Low on the show to discuss starting a new dog training business and the challenges involved with it. Listen in as we discuss the challenges of starting and marketing a brand new dog training business. You can find show notes for this episode here:...
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Ep 17 - Jeffrey McClure on New Dog Training Business Challenges in Rural Areas
On this episode we had Jeffrey McClure on the show to discuss the challenges of starting a new dog training business in a rural area. It is hard enough to get a dog training business going in the city, even more so in less populated areas, here are some ways to get your business off the ground in…
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Ep 16 - Laura McGaughey and Courtney Kirman on Choosing and Working With a Business Partner
On this episode we had Laura McGaughey and Courtney Kirman on the show to discuss the things you should consider if you're thinking about bringing a business partner into your training business. There are a lot of things to consider before bringing in a business partner into the mix, here are…
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Ep 15 - Rachel Golub on In-Home Board and Trains and Aggression Cases
This episode we had Rachel Golub back on the show to discuss all of the things you should consider when offering a board and train program and taking on aggression cases. Rachel was previously on the podcast discussing how to manage dog training with a family and has written a guest post for this...
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Ep 14 - Lynn Webb on the First Years of Running a Dog Training Business
Lynn Webb shares with us what it was like getting started as a dog trainer. Learning how to train dogs is the easy part. Knowing how to run a business with consistent income is the difficult part. Listen as Kat Camplin and Ines McNeil discuss the challenges that come with starting up your own dog...
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Ep 13 - Sarah Filipiak On Becoming A Pro Dog Trainer
Today, Sarah Filipiak, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, joins us to discuss what it takes to be a true "professional" in the dog training industry and tells us a little bit about her new course "Becoming a Pro Dog Trainer." You can check out the show notes here:...
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Ep 12 - Jennifer Shryock Of Family Paws Llc And Dogs Storks
Jennifer Shryock B.A. CDBC is the dog training industry’s go-to expert when it comes to families, children, and dogs. We were really excited to have her on our show this month to discuss how she got this expertise and share with us how working with babies and children as a dog trainer can be...
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Ep 11 - Brian Burton On Running A Successful Dog Training Facility In NYC
Ines McNeil and Kat Camplin sit down with Brian Burton to discuss what it takes to have a successful facility in NYC. We also talk about what his latest research has led him to understand. We would greatly appreciate more reviews on iTunes if you enjoy this podcast. It helps increase the…
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Ep 10 - Molly Sumridge on Compassion Fatigue in Pet Professionals
Molly Sumridge, Ines McNeil, and Kat Camplin discuss what compassion fatigue is, why pet professionals get it, and how you can take care of yourself now to prevent it from getting worse. Molly Sumner CDBC, CPDT-KSA, CFE, is a professional dog trainer and behavior consultant as well as a certified...
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Ep 9 - Rachel Golub from San Diego Animal Training
Ines and Kat of the Modern Dog Trainer Podcast interview Rachel Golub about what it takes to run an animal training business in San Diego California while juggling long work hours and two small kids. Be sure to check our website for show notes and free resources and downloads!
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Ep 8 - Interview with Donna Hill of Service Dog Training Institute
Ines and Kat talk with Donna Hill about her experiences and her new service dog training institute.
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Ep 7 - Interview with CCPDT President, Brad Phifer
Ines and Kat talk to CCPDT President, Brad Phifer about how to successfully submit a CPDT application, controversial new CEU requirements, and why the CCPDT doesn't outright prohibit shock collars from their certificant's list of acceptable tools.
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Ep 6 - Interview With International Dog Parkour Association
Ines and Kat discuss dog parkour with one of the founders of the International Dog Parkour Association, Abigail. Listen in to discover how to get started, how their titles work, and how to use dog parkour in your dog training classes.
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Ep 5 - Building Online Dog Training Courses with Helix Fairweather
The Modern Dog Trainer hosts, Ines Gaschot and Kat Camplin, interview Helix Fairweather about what it's like to build online dog training classes.
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Ep 4 - IAABC Shelter Animal Behavior Program
The Modern Dog Trainer Podcast interviews Molly Sumridge, board member of the IAABC, about their new shelter animal behavior program. We also get a peek into her life as a full-time dog trainer and pet store owner.
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Ep 3 The Bucket Game with Dearing English
The Modern Dog Trainer Podcast provides the best dog training business tips for modern dog trainers. The Modern Dog Trainer blog contributors invite Dearing English of Endearing Dogs LLC to discuss The Bucket Game and its uses in animal husbandry.
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Ep 2 Tips for Designing Your Website
The Modern Dog Trainer Podcast provides the best dog training business tips for modern dog trainers. The Modern Dog Trainer blog contributors invite Alice Tong of Choose Positive Design Company to discuss how to design your dog training website.
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Ep 1 - Becoming a Full-time Dog Trainer
The Modern Dog Trainer Podcast provides the best dog training business tips for modern dog trainers. The Modern Dog Trainer blog contributors invite the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainer’s President, Brad Phifer, to discuss how to prepare yourself to become a full-time dog trainer.
About this show
The Modern Dog Trainer Podcast provides the best dog training business tips for modern dog trainers. Learn alongside the industry's leading professionals as we discuss relevant dog training news, dog behavior theories, business practices, and more!
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The Modern Dog Trainer