Fenzi Dog Sports Podcast
Melissa Breau
Published every Friday, the Fenzi Dog Sports Podcast is brought to you by the Fenzi Dog Sports Academy. Each episode of the Fenzi Dog Sports Podcast will feature an interview with a leading name in the competitive dog sports training world, talking in depth about issues that often get overlooked by traditional training methods.
Episodes
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Dec 18, 2020 • 39min
E197: Petra Ford - "The Making of a National Obedience Champion"
Description: Petra joins me to chat about her recent first place at the National Obedience Championship and what it takes to get to the top.
Dec 11, 2020 • 58min
E196: Dr. Jennifer Summerfield - Is that Normal (or Not)?
Description: Dr. Jen and I talk about how to tell whether a behavior is problematic or outright abnormal, plus what some of the options are for working on problem behaviors, including medication, management, and more.
Dec 4, 2020 • 31min
E195: Julie Symons, Stacy Barnett, & Melissa Chandler - The New Nosework TEAM Titling Program
Description: On Dec. 8th FDSA will launch a brand new Nosework titling program as part of the TEAM titling options! Today we have Melissa, Julie, and Stacy on to talk about the program and what you can expect!
Nov 27, 2020 • 29min
E194: Sharon Carroll - Fear, anxiety, or something else?
Description: Sharon Carroll comes back on the podcast to talk about what we know about the psychological issues possible in dogs — and some of what we can do about them.
Nov 20, 2020 • 52min
E193: Laura Waudby - "Reduce Reinforcement & Enhance Fluency"
Description: Do you struggle with getting ready for competition or with reducing reinforcement in training? You're in luck! That's what Laura and I chat about in today's episode.
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Nov 13, 2020 • 43min
E192: Helene Lawler - Loopy Listening
In this engaging conversation, Helene Lawler, a dog sport coach specializing in R+ herding and handler mindset, unpacks the intriguing concept of 'loopy listening.' She discusses how loopy training transforms the training process into a conversation between handler and dog. Helene emphasizes the importance of recognizing subtle canine communication to foster better relationships and prevent behavioral issues. With insights on integrating play dynamics and the significance of self-compassion in the training journey, this discussion is a must-listen for dog enthusiasts!
Nov 6, 2020 • 59min
E191: Julie Flanery - "How do I train that?"
Description: How do YOU choose which technique(s) you'll use for a particular behavior? We do a deep dive into that question with Julie Flanery in this week's podcast.
Oct 30, 2020 • 1h 2min
E190: Kamal Fernandez - The Building Blocks of A Dog's Life
Description: Kamal and I talk about proactive socialization for lockdown, life, and longevity — including how to tailor socialization to the dog in front of you, and why socialization isn't a one-size-fits-all process.
Oct 23, 2020 • 44min
E189: Denise Fenzi - "From Partner to Friend: Conversations with Raika"
Description: Befriending a dog is a special gift — in this weeks podcast, Denise and I talk about her latest book, which takes readers through the journey of exactly how special that friendship can be.
Oct 16, 2020 • 33min
E188: Kevin Ringstaff - "Dealing with the Loss of a Pet"
Description: Pet Grief Counselor Kevin Ringstaff joins Melissa to talk about the inevitable, and how to find support when it happens.
