My K9 Coach

In this compelling episode, host K9 Coach Dana explores why relationship truly matters in dog training. Joined by her trusty co-host, Loki the bohemian shepherd, Dana delves deep into the core of what makes a strong bond between you and your dog, and how this can dramatically influence training outcomes. Tune in to hear Dana dissect the fundamental elements of building a solid rela

Struggling with potty training your pup? Tune into this episode where K9 Coach Dana, demystifies some of the potty training advice you may have seen online and offers practical, personal and client-tested techniques to get your puppy potty trained. Discover why potty training isn't just about training—it's about building habits that last. Whether you're starting from scratch or t

Ever wondered when, or if, you can finally stop using training tools with your dog? Listen to this episode of the My K9 Coach podcast with host K9 Coach Dana as she tackles the real questions dog owners face about using tools to train dogs. Discover the intricacies behind these tools, and learn when they may no longer be necessary through a specific cl

In this episode of the My K9 Coach podcast, host K9 Coach Dana dives deep into what it really means to be a dog trainer. She shares her own journey from clueless dog owner to seasoned trainer, and reveals how her perspective of what it means to be and work with a dog trainer has changed. Dana also pulls from other trainers' and owners' perspectives to truly define what it means to

I found myself having the same conversation with multiple clients this past month so it deserved mentioning here. We've spent time during our lessons separating the expectations that we've adopted from external voices from our ACTUAL expectations for our dogs, ourselves, and our training goals. Listen in to find out if you're falling victim to an idealized version of dog ownership

We all love dogs here; there's no denying that! And for some households, we can never have too many dogs! If you're considering adding another dog to your home, there are some management tips and training protocols that fellow trainer Rachel Weaver and I recommend you follow to ensure the integration of your new family member goes smoothly and stays that way! Join us for part 2 as

We all love dogs here; there's no denying that! And for some households, we can never have too many dogs! If you're considering adding another dog to your home, there are some management tips and training protocols that fellow trainer Rachel Weaver and I recommend you follow to ensure the integration of your new family member goes smoothly and stays that way! Join us for part 1 as

Does the crying never end when you put your puppy in their crate? Because that’s what it was like crate-training Loki when we first got him. Tune into this episode to hear how I truly struggled to master crate training with Loki until I was taught a new method that changed everything! This episode dives deep into our struggles, triumphs, and the arduous journey we embarked on to

Bri Rabine is a fellow dog trainer here in upstate NY that I am so thankful to have on this episode as we dive into her story of how she got each of her three dogs and spent time discovering what suited them best. We also head into the world of dog sports and share a few you might be interested in competing in, GRC, Schutzhund and more! Listen in to hear what it's like owning dogs

Are you tired of getting dragged around by your dog on your walk? Have you tried to put an end to it, but can't seem to get to them to stop pulling? Listen to K9 Coach Dana as she explains the real cause of leash pulling. And brace yourself (pun intended) the real reason your dog pulls is because you accidentally trained your dog to pull you 😱. But don't worry, K9 Coach Dana als