Dog trainers Lori & Leah scratch the surface of how to play with your dog by explaining how they play with their own personal dogs. Play is a HUGE topic in dog training. This episode is meant to give you some anecdotal examples and ideas for your own play sessions. Lori and Leah play with their dogs differently - Buddha is a Rottweiler who competes in AKC obedience and IGP/Shutzhund. Reuben is a mixed breed dog who competes in disc sports.  Bettervet.com use code FPB75 to save $75 on your first visit. FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC 

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#46: How We Play

  Dog trainers Lori and Leah discuss the 5 pieces of equipment that are a must for private dog training lessons and group dog training classes. If you are a client, do not miss this episode.  FPB Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC @bettervet save $75 on your first visit use code FPB75

#45: The Essentials

I was joined by Brittney, owner of Dandy Dog Walking and Jamie, owner of The Mindful Dog walker to discuss takeaways from a recent seminar that all three of us attended. The seminar was hosted/taught by Larry Krohn, Jay Jack & Joel Silverman.  FitPet Boston Talks is produced by FitPet Boston LLC @bettervet save $75 on your first vet visit use code FPB75 @crateescapetoo save 15% one time on merchandise in store FPB15

#44: Seminar Takeaways

Mike is the owner of The Perfect Walk and works in the Boston MA area. He has been in the dog training industry for many years and recently branched out on his own. Our conversation focused on the structure of Mike's business and his focus when training dogs.  FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC @bettervet use code FPB75 saves $75 on first vet visit @crateescapetoo code FPB15 save 15% one time on merchandise in store only 

#43: Mike Krish

Lori & Leah open up the episode talking about current happenings in their dog training and walking businesses. Then, Leah examines a 2017 study which compares the social interactions of dogs vs the interactions of wolves. Those of you interested in adding another dog to your pack, listen up and take notes.  @bettervet save 75% on your first visit by using code FPB75 @crateescapetoo save 15% off of your purchase of merchandise in store only by using code FPB15 FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC 

#42: Social Interactions of Dogs

Welcome Back! Dog trainers Leah & Lori discuss recent AKC Obedience and Up Dog Challenge competitions. It’s been a busy spring for ALL good dog handlers in the Boston Area so thank you for sticking with the podcast and being patient while we continue this project. Fitpet Boston Talks is a production of Fitpet Boston LLC @bettervet save $75 on your first visit using the code FPB75 @crateescapetoo save 15% on your purchase on merchandise in store only

#41: AKC & UP DOG CHALLENGE debrief

Autumn Keene, owner of "The Autumn K9" sat down with Leah to chat about her personal journey into working with dogs and lessons she has learned along the way. The Autumn K9 is a dog walking and dog training business on the South Shore of MA. Follow Autumn on instagram @the.autumn.k9.  FPB75 saves $75 on first vet consult @bettervet FPB15 saves 15% on merchandise at Crate Escape Too in Cambridge MA @crateescapetoo  FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC   

#40: The Autumn K9

Boston area dog trainers Leah and Lori run through a list of thoughts Lori has had over the past month and wanted to share. We touched on females dogs mounting other dogs, adopting littermates, acquiring a second dog, being a tactile dog trainer and a bunch of other topics.  FPB Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC.  @bettervet save $75 off your first visit FPB75 @crateescapetoo save 15% on merchandise at the store in Cambridge MA. 

#39: What's on Lori's Mind

Val is a professional dog trainer based in the suburbs of Boston MA and currently works at Community K9 Boston teaching privately and doing pack walks. Val is extremely intelligent and experienced and is dedicated to continuing her education. Val and Leah talked about Val's 3 dogs and how her dogs have helped her on her journey. Follow Val on instagram @puppieswantjazz  FPB75 saves $75 on your first visit @bettervet FPB15 saves 15% on merchandise in person @crateescapetoo FPB Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC

#38: Valentine Komissarouk

Dog trainers Steve Romard, Lori & Leah broadly discuss dog ownership and what it takes to build a healthy relationship with your dog.  @bettervet FPB75 saves $75 off of your first visit @crateescapetoo FPB15 saves 15% on merchandise in store only. FPB Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC 

#37: Dog Ownership & Relationship Building

Steve is an IGP decoy/dog trainer and all around swell guy. Steve shares some of his experiences as a decoy coming up in the 90's in the Boston area. Steve has worked thousands of dogs in the US and Europe. FPB Talks is about learning the person who trains dogs and this episode achieves that aim completely. Steve is genuine, thoughtful, experienced and truly cares about dogs and dog training.  @bettervet save $75 off of your first at home vet visit. Use code FPB75 www.bettervet.com @crateescapetoo save 15% off merchandise in store. Use Code FPB15

#36: Steve Romard

April Pelletier is a certified canine fitness trainer (CCFT) and vet tech. She owns New England K9 Athlete located in Hanover MA. April explains the importance of fitness training for dogs with the main goal of preventing injury. We chatted about April's 5 dogs and the evolution of her business. April has graciously offered a discount code for her Foundations Online Course.  Visit www.newenglandk9athlete.com/online-classes and use code FPB-FREE  As always, use code FITPET15 at Crate Escape Too in Cambridge MA to save 15% on your merchandise purchase. 

#35: New England K9 Athlete

Dog trainers Lori & Leah discuss how you as the student can be more prepared when you come to a class. Whether it be a board and train, group class, pack walk or private lesson - dog training is followed through by YOU - the dog owner. We are here to help! Be prepared by bringing necessary equipment, clothing, questions and resources to your lesson. This episode is also a fair amount of shooting the sh*t. Yah Welcome. Use code FITPET15 for merchandise at Crate Escape Too in Cambridge MA.  

#34: Being Prepared

Dog trainers Leah & Lori Lodato discuss the unique way in which clients interact with dog trainers. There is no sense in criticising previous training when a trainer meets a new client. Let's support each other by starting anew and pulling positive positions out of the client's training history. Leah also illustrated the mission of FitPet Boston Talks which is to learn about local talented dog trainers and the lives they lead. This podcast is not an endorsement of any trainer or style but rather a platform for storytelling - learning about the people behind the craft. 

#33: Trainers! Don't Talk Trash

Competing at AKC obedience trials is a great goal for dog owners and dog handlers. This episode discusses a recent AKC trail in Springfield MA. Leah, Lori & Catherine dissect the weekend of trailing in obedience and rally obedience.  Thank you to our patreon sponsors and our sponsor Crate Escape. Use the code FITPET15 at Crate Escape Too in Cambridge MA to save 15% on merchandise.

#32: AKC Trialing with Catherine O'Hara

FPB Talks interviews Boston MA area dog handling professionals. We sit down and talk about our lives, our dogs and our careers. This podcast is a platform for people who are amazing dog trainers, walkers, groomers, vet techs, rescue workers etc, to tell their stories! If you're a dog person there is no doubt you will enjoy listening and learning from these local pros.

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