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Dog training doesn’t need to be stuffy or boring! We can use PLAY and GAMES to teach our dogs the skills they need and to simply have fun with them. Join us as we discuss the various ways we can celebrate just how fun it can be to share our lives with our dogs.

  1. 07/08/2024

    Is Petting or Touching My Dog Bad?

    Have you ever wondered, "Is it okay for me to pet or touch my dog? Can it be BAD for me to pet or touch my dog?!" Well, this is a question we received from a client! In this podcast episode, we discuss why this question may come up and how our dogs may actually seek out and enjoy touching and petting, as long as we take the time to do so properly. Would you like to learn more about the power of petting? The art behind it? How you can leverage this when training, working or living with your dog? We have just the thing: Power of Petting Mini-Webinar! Speaker: Dianna L. Santos ----more---- Are you looking for ways to teach your dog to be the best canine companion they can be? Perhaps you are interested in dog sports or are already competing. We have a large library of online dog training resources you definitely want to check out: Online Dog Training Courses: www.petdogu.com/courses Online Dog Training Seminars: www.petdogu.com/seminars Online Dog Training Mini-Webinars: www.petdogu.com/mini-webinars Online Dog Training Webinars: www.petdogu.com/webinars Online Dog Training eBooks: www.petdogu.com/ebooks Blog: www.petdogu.com/blog Free Training Tips: www.petdogu.com/tips TRANSCRIPT Read the full transcript here. #playtotrainpodcast #powerofpetting #petting #positivereinforcement #dogs #puppies #dogtraining #puppytraining #doghandling #grantingdogschoice #traindogs #trainpuppies #dogsports #dogsporttraining #onlinedogtraining #onlinepuppytraining #virtualdogtraining #virtualpuppytraining #petdogupodcast #petdogu

    15 min

  2. 02/26/2024

    Are Rules Mean?

    Have you ever thought to yourself, setting rules for our dogs seems rather mean? You want to a good dog owner, you don't want to be mean! Perhaps you wanted to use positive reinforcement because you thought that meant you would be nice to your dog. Your dog gives you unconditional love, you want to show them how much you love them back! In this episode, we discuss what terms such as "positive reinforcement" really mean within the context of dog training, how rules and routines can actually help to set the dog up for success and much more. Speaker: Dianna L. Santos ----more---- TRANSCRIPT Read the full transcript here. #playtotrainpodcast #arerulesmean #positivereinforcement #dogtraining #puppytraining #trainyourdog #trainyourpuppy #trainthedog #trainthepuppy #onlinedogtraining #onlinepuppytraining #virtualdogtraining #virtualpuppytraining #petdogu

    26 min

  3. 01/02/2024

    Leap Into Agility

    The activity of agility is not only fun, it can be amazingly beneficial for dog and handler alike! "How?!" In this episode, we discuss the benefits of playing agility, why you should consider it and how trialing and competing are indeed fun, but why we should also strive to incorporate elements of the activity of agility into all our dog training programs. Speaker: Dianna L. Santos RESOURCES What to learn more? Perhaps you are getting started in agility or are already training and competing but looking for some help? Check out these online agility training resources, with even more coming soon! Agility Adventures Webinar with Vicky Lovejoy Breaking It Down: Small Sequences for Success Webinar with Vicky Lovejoy Small Space, No Problem: Ways to Practice at Home Webinar What Did Ya Say? Understanding Handler Cues Webinar Sport Puppy 101 Course Focused Competent Canine Competitor Course TRANSCRIPT Read the full transcript here.   #playtotrainpodcast #agility #agilitytraining #agilitytheactivity #agilitythesport #dogsport #dogsporttraining #dogsportrialing #petdogu #dogtraining #puppytraining

    23 min

  4. 07/24/2023

    To Walk or Not to Walk

    For most of us, the idea of taking a dog for a walk is something that goes hand-in-hand with owning a dog. But not all walks are created equal. The locations you choose and what you and your dog will encounter and experience during your walk makes all the difference in the world. Some walks may be really enjoyable whereas others are an utter nightmare! ----more---- In this episode, we delve into how to evaluate our potential walking routes, common pitfalls to avoid and that there are indeed better alternatives to meet your dog's physical and mental needs that you may want to consider. Speaker: Dianna L. Santos TRANSCRIPT Read the full transcript here. #playtotrainpodcast #takethedogforawalk #walkingthedog #physicalexercise #mentalexercise #petdogu #familydog #familydogtraining #dogtraining #puppytraining

    25 min

  5. 02/07/2021

    Superbowl Sunday...What About the Dog?!

    It is officially Superbowl Sunday and even during COVID, people are likely to get loud and rambunctious while watching the game, snaking and having a grand ole time. But what about the dog? Will they be concerned as you are screaming at the T.V. or begging for your snacks or jumping all over you with every play? In this episode, we cover some of the ways you can better set your dog up for success so you can better enjoy the game and not butting heads with your canine friend. Speaker: Dianna L. Santos ----more---- TRANSCRIPT Read the full transcript here. #playtotrainpodcast #superbowlsunday #positivereinforcement #dogtraining #puppytraining #trainyourdog #trainyourpuppy #trainthedog #trainthepuppy #onlinedogtraining #onlinepuppytraining #virtualdogtraining #virtualpuppytraining #petdogu

    17 min

  6. 02/05/2021

    Trainer. Instructor. What’s the Difference?

    This episode was originally aired as part of the All About Dog Sports Podcast, which has been merged into the It's Time to Train Your Dog Podcast. When it comes to dog training, there are lots of terms that go along with it. Lingo and jargon that professionals throw around, which can cause a layperson's head to start to spin! In this episode, we will break down what exactly is meant when someone is called an "instructor" as opposed to a "trainer", whether these terms are truly interchangeable...and what being either of them should entail.  ----more---- This discussion is designed to be helpful for those individuals contemplating entering into the professional dog training realm...while also ensuring current professionals are approaching their roles with the ideal perspective. Speakers: Dianna L. Santos TRANSCRIPT Read the full transcript here. #itstimetotrainyourdogpodcast #dogtrainer #doginstructor #professionaldogtrainer #professionalinstructor #positivereinforcement #dogtraining #puppytraining #trainyourdog #trainyourpuppy #trainthedog #trainthepuppy #onlinedogtraining #onlinepuppytraining #virtualdogtraining #virtualpuppytraining #petdogu

    31 min

  7. 09/24/2020

    What Comes First, Confidence or Dog Sport?

    This episode was originally aired as part of the All About Dog Sports Podcast, which has been merged into the It's Time to Train Your Dog Podcast. Once clients are introduced to the concept of dog sports, a common question is: do I need my dog to be confident before tackling dog sports or will dog sports make my dog more confident? This is actually a rather meaty question and we delve into different ways you can tackle it in this podcast episode! Speaker: Dianna L. Santos ----more---- TRANSCRIPT Read the full transcript here. #playtotrain #dogsports #dogsport #dogsportraining #dogsportrials #trialingindogsports #agility #competitionobedience #rallyobedience #canineparkour #treibball #scentwork #nosework #nasda #discdog #dockdiving #flyball #positivereinforcement #dogtraining #puppytraining #trainyourdog #trainyourpuppy #trainthedog #trainthepuppy #onlinedogtraining #onlinepuppytraining #virtualdogtraining #virtualpuppytraining #petdogu

    22 min

  8. 04/18/2020

    Now’s the Time for Positive Reinforcement

    In these trying times of dealing with COVID-19, stress levels are incredibly high. Now more than ever, we need to apply the concepts of positive reinforcement, not to our dogs, but to ourselves as well. Granting ourselves the permission to try and then noticing and rewarding those attempts, not matter how small and incremental they may be. This includes not only how we get through our daily life but also how and when we are interacting with, or training, our dogs. Simply because there may be a stay-at-home order doesn't therefore guarantee you will master all of your dog training goals during this time. Just the opposite. It is extremely likely you will be LESS inclined to work with and train your dog - and that is okay. Please be kind and forgiving to both yourself and your pups. We hope this episode can cause people to reevaluate how they may be approaching this difficult time and in doing so, help lessen their load even just a little bit. Speaker: Dianna L. Santos ----more---- TRANSCRIPT Read the full transcript here. #playtotrainpodcast #positivereinforcement #dogtraining #puppytraining #trainyourdog #trainyourpuppy #trainthedog #trainthepuppy #onlinedogtraining #onlinepuppytraining #virtualdogtraining #virtualpuppytraining #petdogu

    11 min
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Dog training doesn’t need to be stuffy or boring! We can use PLAY and GAMES to teach our dogs the skills they need and to simply have fun with them. Join us as we discuss the various ways we can celebrate just how fun it can be to share our lives with our dogs.

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    Play Bows
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    19
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