Dog Talk with Nick Benger

In 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/

In 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/

In 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/

In 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/

In 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/

In 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/

In 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/

In 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/

In 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/

In 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.

In this podcast we talk about the process of training a guide dog. Matthias Lenz is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP) and Family Dog Mediator. He is a Supporting Member of the International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants (IAABC), where he has served two years as the Chair of the Working Animals Division and currently serves as a member of the board for the IAABC Foundation. An engaged and well-respected member of the international dog training community, he has written and published several articles in the peer-reviewed IAABC foundation journal, and has presented his work at international conferences and events, including the 2019 and 2022 Assistance Dogs International (ADI) and 2023 IGDF conferences.

In this podcast we discuss the history of Gundogs including Weimaraners, Spaniels, Pointers and more. Craig Koshyk is a dog historian and author of Pointing Dogs Volume 1 and 2. He is also the co-host of Hunting Dog Confidential podcast and writes regularly at Project Upland Magazine.

In this podcast we discuss Mondioring. The decoys Nake admires, the UK Mondioring scene and more. We also spoke about Bullies and rescue dogs. Note: this was recorded prior to the Bully ban being announced in the UK. Nake Florin is a world-class Mondioring decoy. He has been a decoy at the highest level such as the FMBB & FCI World Championships, as well as many national championships.

In this podcast we discuss the importance and attainability of genetic diversity in pedigree dogs, brachycephalic breeds and the role of the Kennel Club. Joanna Ilska is the Kennel Club's (UK) Genetics Research Manager and has been involved in researching quantitative genetics for more than a decade. She also has an interest in dog training having trained obedience and IGP sports.

In this podcast we discuss breeding collaboratives, outcrossing projects and functional breeding. Jessica Hekman is the founder of the Functional Dog Collaborative and the host of the Functional Breeding podcast. She earned her PhD studying fox genomics and has previously worked as part of the Darwin's Ark project at Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. Intro to Bikejoring event: https://www.houndplus.com/collections/workshops/products/intro-to-bikejor-scootering-with-cat-le-chevalier

In this podcast we discuss selecting and training detection dogs. Jens Frank is most well known for his work at the Scandinavian Working Dog Institute (SWDI) where he selects and trains dogs for working roles. He is also an associate professor at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences.

In this podcast we speak about dog nutrition, fasting periods and approaching nutrition with training clients. Holly Barker is a canine nutritionist specialising in sport dog nutrition. Holly's Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2341185262818548 Intro to Bikejoring event: https://www.houndplus.com/collections/workshops/products/intro-to-bikejor-scootering-with-cat-le-chevalier

In this podcast we speak about what Jay learned from his time involved in dog fighting and how we can use that for the betterment of our dog training. Jay Jack is a retired MMA fighter and professional dog trainer. He is also a podcaster and the founder of the dog sport GRC. Intro to Bikejoring Event: https://www.houndplus.com/collections/workshops/products/intro-to-bikejor-scootering-with-cat-le-chevalier

In this podcast Nick & Jenny get heated talking about German Shepherds! PLUS, we discuss competitive obedience. Jenny Gould is a competitive obedience competitor, judge and German Shepherd breeder. To date Jenny has bred, owned and handled 4 UK Obedience Champion German Shepherds. Jenny's GSD Hub Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090133608338 Jenny's Website: https://www.thegsdhub.com/ Intro to Bikejoring Event: https://www.houndplus.com/collections/workshops/products/intro-to-bikejor-scootering-with-cat-le-chevalier

In this podcast we discuss the detection dog industry, buying, training and selling dogs plus how Flo got started. Flo Schneider is the host of the Kynotalk podcast. He is also the co-founder of Kynotec which provides trained detection dogs and education on scent detection to various agencies. Join Nick for a webinar on puppy selection and training: https://nickbenger793.clickmeeting.com/puppy-selection-and-training/register