The Dog Talk Podcast
My name is Ralf Weber, and I am a TWC Certified Professional Dog Trainer. I have 18 years of experience working with dogs. This is my dog training podcast ‘Dog Talk’ on anything dog-related. I am the author of the dog book ‘If Your Dog Could Talk – Understand Your Dog Like Never Before.’ I am also a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals.
Each episode focuses on a dog-related or training-related topic. Our dog training podcast ‘Dog Talk by Happy Dog Training’ is available on all major podcasting platforms. You can subscribe anywhere you like to listen. In addition to audio, most episodes are also available in video format. Also, most episodes have show notes with links to studies, book recommendations, etc. We hope you enjoy listening!
If you want to contact us with questions or comments, or are ready to get help with your own dog(s), please use our dog training contact form to get in touch with us.
48. Should You Buy or Rescue a Dog?
This episode discusses the advantages and disadvantages of rescuing a dog from a shelter vs buying a dog from a breeder. We review what you should consider in making the right choice for your family. This includes the different risks and considerations going into this decision. It’s not about what is better in abstract but how to approach this decision for each person or family.
Playtime: 27 min 03 sec
47. Stress in Dog Training
This episode discusses stress in dog training. It is a supplement to The Layered Stress Model episode. We review unavoidable learning stress moments that come with all learning. Understand what kind of stress is important to avoid and what stress is short-lived and irrelevant.
Playtime: 24 min 40 sec
46. Problems without Resolutions
This episode discusses problems without resolutions. A skilled dog trainer can address many challenges with dogs successfully. However, with experience comes perspective and a deeper understanding what can and what can’t be addressed through training. Some problems are simply not fixable.
Playtime: 34 min 59 sec
45. Animal Welfare for Dogs
This episode discusses animal welfare for dogs. The permanent management of unwanted dog behavior has become a pandemic. It’s all the rage with veterinary behaviorists, force-free dog trainers, animal rights organizations, and other groups unburdened by knowledge or understanding of typical dog behavior.
Playtime: 34 min 40 sec
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