Episode 5. John's Story - Part 2.

Happy Holidays!

*Please note this episode does have a few instances of NSFW (or children) language.*

In Part 2 of John’s Story, we discuss:

  • The biggest challenge John faces as a dog trainer (Hint: we walk on 2 legs);

  • Divorce and dating with dogs;

  • Some of John’s dog training philosophy;

  • What to do if you need help with your dog’s behavior; and

  • How to select a dog trainer and red flags to look out for.

Takeaway Training Tips:

  • #1 Most Important Thing when training your dog = consistency;

  • If you want to improve your dog’s behavior, you have to do the work;

  • Sometimes you have to choose your battles;

  • Take responsibility for the energy you bring to working with your dog. If you are frustrated, your dog knows that.;

  • Learn your dog’s body language;

  • 3 dog trainer “red flag” words: fix, guarantee, perfect;

  • When deciding on a dog to join your family, be honest with yourself about your lifestyle. If you are a couch potato, then a purebred herding dog may not be the best choice for you.

 Dog Training Resources from John:

 

Find John online:
http://barktodaytraining.com/

https://www.facebook.com/barktoday/

https://www.instagram.com/bark_today/

Listen to the Why I’m Single podcast, hosted by John’s girlfriend, Amy:
https://whyimsinglepod.podbean.com/or
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-im-single-the-podcast/id1452121345

 

Let’s connect.

You can find photos of John, Amy, Hexie & Hammer on my Facebook and Instagram.
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