Alex Thompson - Tailwind Dog Training
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Alex owns Tailwind Dog Training on the South Shore in MA. In this episode - Leah, Lori and Alex discuss dog training and specifically, Alex's journey in training his new puppy Druid, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. It was great to sit with a fellow dog trainer and talk over recent handling experiences! If you enjoyed the episode, share it with your friends! Need dog training gear? Check out our Amazon Store for reccomendations: Follow Us! FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC.
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One Step At A Time!
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Dog training takes time and asking too much of a young dog can lead to disaster. Boston area dog trainers Leah and Lori discuss: Taking time to train a young dog Taking time to train formal obedience Nail Trims Need dog training/handing equipment? Check out or reccomended items on Amazon: Follow us on Instagram FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC
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"Are You Gonna Breed Her?"
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Boston MA area dog trainers Leah & Lori discuss considerations for leaving a female dog intact. The question "are you going to breed her?" comes up when folks find out that our female is going through a heat cycle. Please like and share the podcast if you find value! Questions? Need dog training gear? Check our our Amazon store for reccomendations: FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC
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Lower-Cost Food Options For Dog Training
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The cost of freeze dried and air dried dog foods is a limiting factor for dog owners and trainers. Leah presents a few alternatives which are also available on our Amazon Store. FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC
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Is Loose Leash Walking The Hardest Thing To Train?? And More!
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Dog Trainers Leah & Lori Discuss: Problems with leashes Healthy fear in public places Buddha retires from TDI Gratuity for the communties we serve. Wondering what kind of gear the trainers reccomend? Check out our Amazon Store: Reach Out on Instagram! FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC
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Book Review: "How Dogs Work"
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Leah discusses topics and themes in the book "How Dogs Work" by Raymond Coppinger and Merk Feinstein. This episode is a brief introduction of this subject matter. If you are interested in these topics, check out the book! Amazon link below. Disclaimer: I am not a scientist or ethologist. I simply read this book and took out some of the salient points to (hopefully) encourage listeners of this show to continue to learn! FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC
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Story Time With Leah! One I've been sitting on for a while.
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Boston area dog trainer Leah shares a story of an unfortunate thing that happened with dogs off leash in the woods. Live and learn, read the dog, have fun but be safe. This one is for professionals and owners who want to learn more about dog behavior and making decisions to support your dogs' personality. Buy what we buy! Visit our amazon store if you are in need of gear @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC
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Unproductive Training Days & Lori Advises On The Company You Keep
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Boston area dog trainers Leah & Lori discuss: Watching the olympics Dog Photoshoots When to cancel walks in the heat Retriever training Revamping training goals Surrounding yourself with supportive peers Need dog training gear? Purchase our reccomendations here @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC
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Dog Eat Something Poisonous? Tips from a recent experience...
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Yes, it even happens to us! Boston area dog trainers Leah & Lori share recent stories about personal dogs getting into unmentionables. Do you know what to do in a situation involving poison ingestion? Resources ASPCA Poison Control Center (888) 426-4435 Emergency Identification For Mushrooms And Plants FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC. Follow us on Instagram!
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Heeling Course, CPR&First Aid & Do I follow a training system?
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Leah describes the following dog training/handling topics: New Off Leash Heeling Course offered for those who train with ABC Dog Training The importance of finding a handler who is CPR and First Aid Certified Do I follow a system for formal obedience training? Our equipment reccomendations for training/handling are here Contact Leah & Lori here FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC
info_outlineBoston MA area dog trainers Leah and Lori discuss some problems that can arise from bone chewing. This episode also touches upon upcoming trials and what's going on with our own personal dogs. Like/Subscribe/Share if you're into it!
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