Former Navy search-and-rescue medic and Kennelwood Academy instructor Jeremy Ciepluch joins Nate Schoemer to break down what actually builds long-term success in the dog training industry.

Jeremy shares how working alongside military working dog teams shaped his training philosophy, why many trainers struggle after certification, and what skills truly matter if you want a sustainable career working with dogs.

If you’re serious about becoming a professional trainer — or improving your training skills — this episode delivers real-world insight from someone who trains dogs and trains trainers.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why exposure to multiple disciplines creates stronger trainers
The biggest mistakes new trainers make after graduating
What actually prepares someone for a long-term career in training
Why clarity and marker systems change everything
How to avoid burnout in the profession
The traits that separate good trainers from elite ones

🎓 Nate Schoemer’s Course:From Novice to Pro: The Ultimate Guide to Dog Training👉 https://sitstaylearn.com/collections/instructional-videos/products/from-novice-to-pro-the-ultimate-guide-to-dog-training-by-nate-schoemer?rfsn=8100182.cd38c94&variant=50148621582625🔗 Kennelwood Academy & Jeremy Ciepluch:Website: https://kennelwoodacademy.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennelwoodacademy/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kennelwood.academyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/KennelwoodAcademyJeremy’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/decoy_jeremy/📲 Follow Nate Schoemer:Website: https://NateSchoemer.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nateschoemerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/NateSchoemerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@NateSchoemerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NateSchoemerX: https://x.com/NateSchoemerPodcast: https://pod.link/1804414647

Ep. 49 - Why Most Dog Trainers Fail (And How Real Pros Are Built)