Dog Talk with Nick Benger

Aug 20 2024 107 ep. 70 mins 796
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Dog Talk is a podcast run by professional dog trainer Nick Benger in which he interviews pioneering dog behaviourists and trainers as well as other interesting people involved in the dog world in various ways.

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#111: Melissa McCue-McGrath - Training Pet Dogs

Aug 20 2024 165 mins  
In this podcast we discuss training city dogs, the role of obedience in pet dog training and behavioural medication. Melissa McCue-McGrath is the author of Considerations for the City Dog and is an international speaker on the subject of dog training. She has also previously served as the training director for the oldest AKC Obedience club in America. Melissa's Website: https:/

#110: Carrie-Anne Selwyn - Hoopers & Raising Dogs

Jul 17 2024 94 mins  
In this podcast we discuss the dog sport Hoopers, and why it's growing in popularity quickly. We also discuss Carrie's process of raising dogs both big and small breeds. Carrie-Anne Selwyn is the founder of Canine Hoopers World and also the host of the Canine Hoopers World podcast. She is also an international speaker on the subject of Hoopers. Carrie's Website: https://www.can

#109: Claire Brown - Competing at IGP Worlds & Lost Dog Tracking

Jun 26 2024 77 mins  
In this podcast we discuss Claire's experience competing at the FCI IGP World Championships and she shares her stories from operating a lost dog tracking team (the dogs are trained to track lost dogs!). Claire Brown is an IGP competitor and has competed at the FCI IGP World Championships representing team GB. She also operates a team of lost dog tracking dogs with which they cond

#108: Kat Serafina - Training Shepherds & Scent Detection

Jun 11 2024 124 mins  
In this podcast we discuss training and raising Shepherd breeds, socialisation and scent detection plus a whole lot more. Kat has a masters degree in Applied Animal Behaviour and is the owner of Canine Detection Solutions & K9 Behaviour Consultancy specialising in the use of dogs to detect invasive plants. She has also trained explosive, drug and conservation detection dogs. As w

#107: Henriette Bohnstedt - 6-Time National IGP Champion

Apr 18 2024 83 mins  
In this podcast we discuss Henriette's approach to IGP, German Shepherds and the sport here in the U.K. Henriette Bohnstedt has won the IGP National Championships here in the UK six times. She's also judged at the WUSV 2021 IGP World Championships and is the Chairperson of the German Shepherd Dog League Working Branch. GSDL Working Dog Branch here: https://gsdleagueworkingbranch

#106: Ron Watson - Dog Training Done Differently

Mar 11 2024 115 mins  
In this podcast we discuss disc (frisbee) dog training, Ron's Play+ approach to dog training and the philosophy that inspired it. Ron Watson is a highly respected disc dog competitor and dog trainer. He is the author of multiple books on dog training and he coaches dog sports online through his website Pawsitive Vybe. Ron's Website: https://pvybe.com/ Use our code NB10 at N2N

#105: Chad Mackin - The Death of Positive vs Balanced Training

Feb 23 2024 83 mins  
In this podcast we discuss the long standing Positive vs Balanced training feud within the community and how we move on from that. Plus, Chad shares some information on leash pressure training. Chad Mackin is a fellow dog training podcaster and is well known for his insightful social media posts, as well as a former president of the IACP - International Association of Canine Prof

#104: Kamal Fernandez - BSL, Adolescent Dogs & Dog Sports

Feb 12 2024 85 mins  
In this podcast we discussed the recent XL Bully ban in the UK, the difficulties of owning and training adolescent dogs and Kamal's experience in dog sports. Kamal Fernandez is a world renowned dog trainer and dog sport competitor. He has appeared on several TV shows, most recently Channel 4's The Dog Academy. Kamal has written two books, presented at Clicker Expo, FDSA's Lemonad

#103: Dominic Hodgson - Getting Real About Pet Business

Dec 17 2023 94 mins  
In this podcast we get real about the challenges of running a pet business and what is really effective in terms of business models and marketing strategies. Dominic Hodgson is the author of several pet business marketing books and speaks internationally on the subject. He is also the host of the Poodle to Pitbull Pet Business podcast. Get Dom's Free Audiobook Gift at: https://

#102: Ashley Sculac - Canine Resistance Training

Dec 12 2023 65 mins  
In this podcast we discuss canine resistance training. What it is, why you should do it with your dog and how to get started! Ashley Sculac is the author of Canine Resistance Training: Where the Science of Strength Meets the Art of Dog Training. She also offers online training on CRT through her website. Ashley's Website: https://www.canineresistancetraining.com/ Use our code