Method K9 is a wildly popular and successful dog training and rehabilitation program in Post Falls Idaho. We've had a chance to interview Stephanie Vichinsky, co-owner and head trainer in a previous interview (S2. Ep. 25) during which, she couldn't say enough good things about her husband and co-owner of Method K9 Julius Vichinsky. Julius is credited and the talent behind the scenes which perfectly complements Stephanie as the talent on screen. With such high praise, naturally, we had to interview him and get his thoughts on what dog trainers should focus on when starting and scaling their dog ..read more

Dog trainers all across the globe typically adhere to a particular training system. This could be due to the way they were taught to train. This could be due to the type of dogs or clientele they regularly encounter, etc.  Now, here's the pro/con scenario: Pro - Different systems allow for trainers to learn new techniques from each other and evolve their own methods. Con - In the age of social media, many trainers can begin to argue why their system is superior to another. DTP has decided to wade into this topic in the form of discussing what training systems are. We take an analytical vi ..read more

You've heard the saying, "practice what you preach". But it's also important not to preach until you've practiced! In this episode Mariano and Brent discuss the importance of mastering your own material before you train other people's dogs. They go over the ethical expectations of a professional to be knowledgeable. They discuss How to go about mastering a part of the craft before seeking something new. And much more!! Thanks for listening!! Mariano Alvarez IG @UNTAMEDDOGCO www.untameddogco.com Phoenix, AZ Brent LaBrada IG @ @CANISBEHAVIOR www.canisdogtraining.com Los Angeles, CA  ..read more

Client / Owner episode: Brent and Mariano give the cliff notes on board and train programs. We know that there are many dog owners out there who aren't sure what these programs are, what they should be able to reasonably expect, and what red flags to learn to look for. Let us dissect this for you guys so that you can understand these programs from the perspective of two dog trainers! Thanks for listening!! Mariano Alvarez IG @UNTAMEDDOGCO www.untameddogco.com Phoenix, AZ Brent LaBrada IG @ @CANISBEHAVIOR www.canisdogtraining.com Los Angeles, CA  ..read more

Season 3 is kicking off with our first Client/Owner-centric episode ever!! It's funny to think there are so many ways to go about something as simple as walking down the street with your dog. We often get questions like, "Should I ask them to heel, or let them walk freely?", "should they be allowed to sniff or expected to focus?", etc. In this episode, Mariano and Brent discuss the methods of leash walking with your dog and they go over the pros and cons of each of the major methods. Thanks for listening!! Mariano Alvarez IG @UNTAMEDDOGCO www.untameddogco.com Phoenix, AZ Brent LaBrada IG ..read more

In this, our final episode of season 2, Brent and Mariano reflect on what a journey this season has been. They go over the ups and downs of season 2. What they would like to continue to build on and improve for season 3, and what our listeners can expect moving forward! Thanks for listening! Mariano Alvarez IG @UNTAMEDDOGCO www.untameddogco.com Phoenix, AZ Brent LaBrada IG @ @CANISBEHAVIOR www.canisdogtraining.com Los Angeles, CA  ..read more

David Tirpak, AKA David The Dog Trainer is a dog trainer, business owner, and podcaster not unlike Mariano and Brent.  He is the host of the David The Dog Trainer Podcast and owns Miracle K9 Training in Cleveland OH. In this interview, the three of them dive into what modern dog training culture looks like. They discuss what effects social media might be having on the future of dog training. They offer their thoughts on some of the FF tool ban movements. This and so much more!! Thanks for listening!! David Tirpak IG @DAVIDTHEDOGTRAINER www.miraclek9training.com Cleveland, OH Mariano Alv ..read more

Why do you feel burnt out when you work too much? How much work even is too much work? How do you find a work-life balance that works for you? What are some of the work-life balances that work for other dog trainer friends of ours? What are the common pitfalls that lead to work-life imbalance? Mariano and Brent discuss these questions and more in their first episode in some time that involves just the two of them! Be sure to check this out and let us know what you think of it. Thanks for listening!! Mariano Alvarez IG @UNTAMEDDOGCO www.untameddogco.com Phoenix, AZ Brent LaBrada IG @ @CANISBE ..read more

DISCLAIMER: This episode and its contents are not formal legal advice. Nothing said here can form an attorney-client relationship. If you need legal advice you should contact a local professional. What measures should you take in order to protect yourself and your staff? Do you have an up-to-date training contract? Have you taken the time to form an LLC? If not, is it because the thought of dealing with contracts and lawyers is daunting or stressful? We completely understand how scary these things can seem. That's why we've enlisted the help of our lawyer friend, Paul Slattery to help us expl ..read more

E-collars are very controversial tools. Many think that they should be banned and outlawed. Many others work with them to transform the lives of dogs and their relationships with their families. Much of this divide seems to be centered around people's experience levels with these tools. As with most things in life,  knowledge, and experience are required in order to be able to make informed decisions on these tools. Dogtra has been doing more to help expand the availability of accurate information than most. They sent over Lorraine and Pete to chat with us. In this episode, we discuss the ..read more