Sinopsis
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.
Episodios
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#117: Lars Lentz - IGP Tracking Done Differently
08/01/2026 Duración: 01h02minIn this podcast we discuss Lars's different approach to IGP tracking. Lars Lentz is a IGP competitor and popular IGP tracking coach. He will soon be releasing his IGP tracking book. Get Lars's book at: https://theigptrackbook.com/ Get Nick's free engagement course here: www.skool.com/dogtraining
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#116: Jerri Scherff (SailorJerri) - Race, Online Hate & the Dog Industry
27/11/2025 Duración: 01h21minIn this podcast we discuss online hate, the business of dog training and how Jerri is disrupting it. Jerri Scherff is the founder of Tulsa Pack Athletics and a member of the CCPDT Board of Directors. She’s also the founder of Dogs Anonymous, a nonprofit dedicated to providing low-cost training resources and support to keep dogs out of shelters. Find Jerri at: https://www.instagram.com/sailorjerrithedogtrainer/ Join Nick's free dog training community here: https://www.skool.com/dogtraining
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#115: Jo Laurens - How to Raise Gundogs
30/10/2025 Duración: 01h11minIn this podcast we discuss gundog training, common mistakes and how the UK gundog system works. Jo Laurens is a gundog trainer, author, and host of the Hold the Line podcast. She's the author of Force-Free Gundog Training and has recently released her brand new book in that series. Find Jo's Book at: https://amzn.to/4ofWsZi Join Nick's free dog training community here: https://www.skool.com/dogtraining/about?ref=6262c5e04d144b1a89c3bc18c2b68a28 Some of the links above are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you choose to purchase through them — at no extra cost to you.
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#114: Diane Gollowitzer - Are Muzzles Bad?
23/10/2025 Duración: 58minIn this podcast we discuss muzzles. Are they a cruel, sign of failure or a useful training tool? Diane Gollowitzer is the award-winning photographer behind Dogs in Focus Photography. She’s just released Muzzled and Misunderstood: A Love Letter to My Muzzled Dog, a portrait project challenging how we look at muzzled dogs. Find Diane's Book at: https://amzn.to/4oubHgX Diane's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogsinfocusphotography/ Nick's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/nickbenger Nick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer/ Some of the links above are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you choose to purchase through them — at no extra cost to you.
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#113: Ben Sweet - Truffle Hunting Secrets
09/10/2025 Duración: 58minIn this podcast we discuss truffle hunting and how to get started with training your dog. Ben Sweet is a certified dog trainer and scentwork specialist. He hosts the Truffle Forager Podcast and is co-founder of the UK Truffle Festival and Truffle Dog Championships. Find Ben's Community at: https://truffleforager.com/ Ben's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bensweet222 Nick's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/nickbenger Nick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer
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#112: Alex Lato - Play with Purpose Challenge
27/09/2025 Duración: 33minGet on the wait-list here: https://playwithpurpose.scoreapp.com/ In this podcast we discuss how important play is and how you can utilize the upcoming Play with Purpose challenge to take your play skills to the next level. Alex Lato is the author of Braveheart: Motivation and Confidence Training for Performance and Companion Dogs. He is a dog trainer and behaviourist with an MA in Animal Science. Alex started as a dog trainer in Warsaw, Poland and later moved to Finland to become an IGP Helper under their prestigious Helper School. He is host of the Dogs & Discourse podcast and has taught for School of Canine Science and Fenzi Dog Sports Academy.
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#111: Melissa McCue-McGrath - Training Pet Dogs
20/08/2024 Duración: 02h45minIn 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://melissamccuemcgrath.com/ Nick's Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/nickbenger Nick's Instagram: www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer/
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#110: Carrie-Anne Selwyn - Hoopers & Raising Dogs
17/07/2024 Duración: 01h34minIn 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.caninehoopersworld.com/ Nick's Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/nickbenger Nick's Instagram: www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer/
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#109: Claire Brown - Competing at IGP Worlds & Lost Dog Tracking
26/06/2024 Duración: 01h17minIn 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 conduct and operate searches for people's lost pets. Her work in lost dog tracking has been featured in Your Dog Magazine. Claire's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NorthK9Training Claire's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northk9dogtraining/ Nick's Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/nickbenger Nick's Instagram: www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer/
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#108: Kat Serafina - Training Shepherds & Scent Detection
11/06/2024 Duración: 02h04minIn 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 well as for pet owners Kat has delivered workshops for police forces and other government agencies. Kat's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/K9BehaviourConsultancy/ Kat's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/k9_bc Nick's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/nickbenger Nick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickbengerdogtrainer/
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#107: Henriette Bohnstedt - 6-Time National IGP Champion
19/04/2024 Duración: 01h23minIn 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.com/ Use our code NB10 at N2N Canine Mills: www.n2ncaninemills.com/
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#106: Ron Watson - Dog Training Done Differently
11/03/2024 Duración: 01h55minIn 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 Canine Mills: www.n2ncaninemills.com/
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#105: Chad Mackin - The Death of Positive vs Balanced Training
24/02/2024 Duración: 01h23minIn 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 Professionals. Use our code NB10 at N2N Canine Mills: www.n2ncaninemills.com/
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#104: Kamal Fernandez - BSL, Adolescent Dogs & Dog Sports
13/02/2024 Duración: 01h25minIn 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 Lemonade Conference and much more. Use our code NB10 at N2N Canine Mills: www.n2ncaninemills.com/
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#103: Dominic Hodgson - Getting Real About Pet Business
18/12/2023 Duración: 01h34minIn 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://www.petbusinessmarketing.com/dogtalk Use our code NB10 at N2N Canine Mills: www.n2ncaninemills.com/
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#102: Ashley Sculac - Canine Resistance Training
13/12/2023 Duración: 01h05minIn 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 NB10 at N2N Canine Mills: https://www.n2ncaninemills.com/
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#101: Howard SpartaBullies - UK's Most Respected XL Bully Breeder's Perspective on Ban
09/12/2023 Duración: 01h37minIn this podcast we discuss XL Bullies, the history, their temperament, the culture and their imminent ban in the UK and what's being done to try to stop it. Howard SpartaBullies is one of the UK's most respected XL Bully breeders. He's famous for his educational Instagram content on everything related to the breed. Now he is a leader of the campaign to prevent the ban here in the UK. Keep track of the campaign at: https://www.licenceme.org.uk/xl-bully-ban Use our code NB10 at N2N Canine Mills: n2ncaninemills.com/
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#100: Ivan Balabanov - Play Training, Ivan's Story & The Dog Daddy
20/11/2023 Duración: 03h01minIn this podcast we discuss why Ivan loves training with play, his story of coming to America and his time at the San Francisco SPCA. Plus, we discuss the controversial Dog Daddy episode of Ivan's podcast. Ivan Balabanov is a two-time IGP world champion and 15-time national champion. He also breeds Malinois under his kennel name Ot Vitosha. Ivan is the host of the Training Without Conflict podcast and also runs a school for dog trainers. Use our code NB10 at N2N Canine Mills: n2ncaninemills.com/
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#99: Michael Ellis - Becoming One of the Best Ever, Teaching & Protection Sports
24/10/2023 Duración: 02h10minIn this podcast we discuss how Michael became one of the best dog training instructors in the world, his approach to teaching and how he pioneered a more positive training approach for protection sports. Michael Ellis has over 30 years of dog training and coaching experience he's coached national champions in several disciplines, and many national and international competitors. He also one of the most successful working Malinois breeders under the kennel name Loups du Soleil. Use our code NB10 at N2N Canine Mills: https://n2ncaninemills.com/
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#98: Brian Calvert - Looking Back on 'The Pack'
16/10/2023 Duración: 01h17minIn this podcast we discuss Brian's famous companion Dixie the Praying Dog and our shared experience on Amazon prime Video's 'The Pack' Brian Calvert and his dog Dixie were competitors on Amazon Prime Video's The Pack. Dixie also works as a therapy dog and is trained to trail injured deer for hunters.