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Dog Training with no BS, no agenda and no religious attachments to any method. I will discuss topics from operant conditioning, pet owner concerns, industry trends, and psychological nuances that relate to this industry.

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    • May 18, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 26m AVG DURATION
    • 165 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Dog Training Is My Passion

    Journey to Becoming a Dog Trainer/Handler

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025 39:10


    Brandon Saenz journey to how he started and what inspired him to work with working dogs.

    Dogs Living in Cities. Reactivity Issues

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 15:19


    One of the most common dog issues in cities are reactivity and in this episode I explain why.

    Experience Vs Service. Who should get paid more?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 4:34


    In this quick clip I go over an interesting topic that came up on my feed. Should a dog trainer with less experience get paid more than one with more experience?I keep my dogs fit and healthy with these supplements:www.nuvet.com/989420 Use Code: 989420 at checkout Subscribe and follow -Dog Training Is My Passion- on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to:https://canisfortis.netFor my protection book, check out:https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1611459006&sr=8-1For the best exercise weighted harness, go to:https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    Imposter Syndrome. KJK9 Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 15:46


    In this episode, my friend Kelly and I discuss a very interesting topic that is very important in the service industry. Particularly Dog Training.I keep my dogs fit and healthy with these supplements:www.nuvet.com/989420 Use Code: 989420 at checkout Subscribe and follow -Dog Training Is My Passion- on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to:https://canisfortis.netFor my protection book, check out:https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1611459006&sr=8-1For the best exercise weighted harness, go to:https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    The Amazing Working Dogs. With Guest Mark Garcia

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 38:38


    I keep my dogs fit and healthy with these supplements:www.nuvet.com/989420 Use Code: 989420 at checkout To get a hold of Mark:magideon361@gmail.comSubscribe and follow -Dog Training Is My Passion- on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to:https://canisfortis.netFor my protection book, check out:https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1611459006&sr=8-1For the best exercise weighted harness, go to:https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    Dog Trainer Burnout. Are You Trapped?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 22:46


    Are you trapped? Is it too difficult to exit and pursue the next career?

    Dogs do NOT need Dog Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 2:46


    Addressing one of the most common myths among pet owners.

    Should I CRATE my Dog Regularly?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 6:52


    I keep my dogs fit and healthy with these supplements:www.nuvet.com/989420 Use Code: 989420 at checkout Subscribe and follow -Dog Training Is My Passion- on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to:https://canisfortis.netFor my protection book, check out:https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1611459006&sr=8-1For the best exercise weighted harness, go to:https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    BAD with People / GOOD with Dogs?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 23:32


    Lack of patience with people tend to correlate with lack of patience with dogs. In this episode I explain why.I keep my dogs fit and healthy with these supplements:www.nuvet.com/989420 Use Code: 989420 at checkout Subscribe and follow -Dog Training Is My Passion- on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to:https://canisfortis.netFor my protection book, check out:https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1611459006&sr=8-1For the best exercise weighted harness, go to:https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    What are TRAINING TOOLS??

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2025 49:27


    I keep my dogs fit and healthy with these supplements:www.nuvet.com/989420 Use Code: 989420 at checkout Subscribe and follow -Dog Training Is My Passion- on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to:https://canisfortis.netFor my protection book, check out:https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1611459006&sr=8-1For the best exercise weighted harness, go to:https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    Should Dominant Dog Eat First?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 19:54


    Littermate Syndrome https://youtu.be/TScsxZ-8sQEMulti-Dog Householdhttps://youtube.com/shorts/ksqk7OZq4z8?si=CIaaEniZe91BlUWS https://youtu.be/rfape2FAb9I?si=6DhaBP1WKeLuCXL7

    Is “Place” Overrated?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 6:51


    I have been hearing dog trainers express their feelings about the “place” command being overrated and here are my thoughts on the matter.

    Laser Light OCD. How to address

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 43:29


    In this episode I talk about best ways to address OCD behaviors through a call with a dog owner. The call is a condensed version of a 1-hr call

    Trolls & Mean Comments. How to deal with

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 30:23


    How to deal with mean comments & internet trolls.I keep my dogs fit and healthy with these supplements:www.nuvet.com/989420 Use Code: 989420 at checkout Subscribe and follow -Dog Training Is My Passion- on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to:https://canisfortis.netFor my protection book, check out:https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1611459006&sr=8-1For the best exercise weighted harness, go to:https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    Art Major to Dog Trainer

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2025 29:31


    How I got started in Dog Training and How I went from Art Major to Dog Trainer.I keep my dogs fit and healthy with these supplements:www.nuvet.com/989420 Use Code: 989420 at checkout Subscribe and follow -Dog Training Is My Passion- on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to:https://canisfortis.netFor my protection book, check out:https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1611459006&sr=8-1For the best exercise weighted harness, go to:https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    Become a Dog Trainer. On-the-job-learning vs Formal School

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 12:53


    One of my favorite topics to discuss. I keep my dogs fit and healthy with these supplements:www.nuvet.com/989420 Use Code: 989420 at checkout Subscribe and follow -Dog Training Is My Passion- on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to:https://canisfortis.netFor my protection book, check out:https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1611459006&sr=8-1For the best exercise weighted harness, go to:https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    Resource Guarding. Genetics, Temperament & Learned Behavior

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 40:49


    Just about everything you need to know about Resource Guarding.I keep my dogs fit and healthy with these supplements:www.nuvet.com/989420 Use Code: 989420 at checkout Subscribe and follow -Dog Training Is My Passion- on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to:https://canisfortis.netFor my protection book, check out:https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1611459006&sr=8-1For the best exercise weighted harness, go to:https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    Meet MY Dogs. Quick Intro

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 18:17


    In this episode you get to know my dogs a little bit (one is a foster).

    Why train with PAIN & INTIMIDATION?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2025 15:14


    If this question has ever ground your gears, in this episode I break it down and actually answer the question.I keep my dogs fit and healthy with these supplements:www.nuvet.com/989420 Use Code: 989420 at checkout Subscribe and follow -Dog Training Is My Passion- on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to:https://canisfortis.netFor my protection book, check out:https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1611459006&sr=8-1For the best exercise weighted harness, go to:https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    Training Systems Vs Cookie Cutter Training

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 12:15


    Here I explain why my mind has changed on this topic.

    Phone Consultation & Pricing Inquiries, How to Handle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 26:24


    In this episode I go over some the ways I have improved my phone consultations and pricing inquiries. This episode is beneficial to dog owners and trainers alike.

    Who is the BEST Protection Trainer?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 8:52


    Why is this a difficult question to answer?

    WHY Dog Trainers NEED to Follow Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 14:03


    I keep my dogs fit and healthy with these supplements:www.nuvet.com/989420 Use Code: 989420 at checkout Subscribe and follow -Dog Training Is My Passion- on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to:https://canisfortis.netFor my protection book, check out:https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1611459006&sr=8-1For the best exercise weighted harness, go to:https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    Your dog does NOT get enough EXERCISE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 22:18


    Why you should reconsider daily walks as exercise for your dog.I keep my dogs fit and healthy with these supplements:www.nuvet.com/989420 Use Code: 989420 at checkout

    Imposter Syndrome. Good or Bad?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 15:46


    Why is imposter syndrome actually a good thing.I keep my dogs fit and healthy with these supplements:www.nuvet.com/989420 Use Code: 989420 at checkout

    Purely Positive Trainer Uses Shock Collar!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 13:52


    Can you believe that?? Purely positive trainer is a closet E-collar / Pressure Trainer.

    Can dogs tell if someone is a BAD Person?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2025 10:59


    Are dogs good judges of character? From “Common Myths About Dogs (Debunked)”. Available on Amazon

    All In How You Raise Them

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2025 8:36


    A chapter from the book “Common Myths About Dogs (Debunked)”

    Quick Fix vs Soft Approach

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2025 20:05


    Quick Results vs Soft Approach. From my book “Info every dog trainer should know” available on Amazon

    “Ball” vs “The man”. Will rewards ruin a protection dog?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2024 59:20


    “Ball” vs “The man”. Will rewards ruin a protection dog?

    When is KICKING a DOG OK?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2024 18:47


    What would you do to protect your dog from an attack?

    Abnormal vs Pathological Aggression

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 20:24


    In this episode I go over a section of one of my favorite books in the areas of dog training.

    HOW to start DECOYing

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 30:34


    Subscribe and follow -Dog Training Is My Passion- on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to:https://canisfortis.netFor my protection book, check out:https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1611459006&sr=8-1For the best exercise weighted harness, go to:https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    WHY do you want to DECOY?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 24:03


    Why do you want to be a decoy? This episode goes over why people normally want to decoy and how to ensure it's something you actually want to do.

    How Much Does Dog Training Cost?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 30:22


    For physical book ⬇️https://www.amazon.com/SELECTING-RIGHT-TRAINER-William-Garrido/dp/1705380298/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2OM1GHNN043SR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.67WGOdJK0IEx_0iN1pTTUcw3QHEqH3bQb2kQYykub32vkPoGKqqiFEFHfud0c2-JflCiXj8HwadERisYi1CLORPlPU5y3-7F7dGC0FpiNgXEpl8BOXEMY4ghdrgDxIMBIii3LlugcUgT-EJ9ZpXcbPiZH-16u8jO4lm085AjktGlU_qnM2iersS_i_LCBINCpcBjik8LlMUScQ2fNs4vNPSmRCEIvLJn8M6bKUFX83I.FQ8vunDuYjUWgchEdmuyML5-ZVqJ_Xdqz7o54LzjKCE&dib_tag=se&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1716265700&sprefix=William+Garrido%2Caps%2C154&sr=8-4

    What is a decoy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2024 16:29


    For the physical book ⬇️https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2OM1GHNN043SR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.67WGOdJK0IEx_0iN1pTTUcw3QHEqH3bQb2kQYykub32vkPoGKqqiFEFHfud0c2-JflCiXj8HwadERisYi1CLORPlPU5y3-7F7dGC0FpiNgXEpl8BOXEMY4ghdrgDxIMBIii3LlugcUgT-EJ9ZpXcbPiZH-16u8jO4lm085AjktGlU_qnM2iersS_i_LCBINCpcBjik8LlMUScQ2fNs4vNPSmRCEIvLJn8M6bKUFX83I.FQ8vunDuYjUWgchEdmuyML5-ZVqJ_Xdqz7o54LzjKCE&dib_tag=se&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1716265700&sprefix=William+Garrido%2Caps%2C154&sr=8-2

    Sport Training for Real Patrol Dogs

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 11:40


    Sport Training benefits on patrol dogs.

    Littermate Syndrome (Facts & Myths)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 23:08


    In this episode I go over the very valid concerns of having dogs from the same litter as well as the myth that it's always a No-No

    Protection Equipment Failure

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 56:43


    Protection Equipment FailureClarification on a section of the episode: When I mentioned Bagram, Afghanistan. I was a contractor with a company called AMK9. When I went to Bagram, the compound we were assigned to on the base, was small. Bagram, the base itself, hasn't been a “small compound” in probably a LONG time.

    Breeders. Ethical or Unethical?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 40:10


    How to tell if breeders are good.Subscribe and follow -Dog Training Is My Passion- on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to:https://canisfortis.netFor my protection book, check out:https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1611459006&sr=8-1For the best exercise weighted harness, go to:https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    Dog Behavior Q&A

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2024 36:54


    Dog Behavior Q&A

    Role of Exercise for Dogs

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024 46:08


    In this radio show we discuss the role of exercise on dogs.

    Approaching Unfamiliar Dogs

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 39:36


    In this radio show​⁠ we discuss dog body language and the best way to approach an unfamiliar dog.

    Disseminating Online Training Advice

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 36:17


    What do dog training videos lack? And why is that impo ortant to be aware of

    Worry about YOURSELF

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 12:54


    Gossip, trolling and petty behavior only take away from YOU. In this episode I describe the common concern many dog trainers have and the sometimes obsessions we tend to have when it comes to why other dog trainers do what they do.

    Do E-Collars Hurt?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2024 24:39


    In today's appeasing world, we sometimes have a tendency to omit certain aspects of this very valuable tool. I suggest transparency needs to be the way to go, but I explain HOW.

    Are Pitbulls BAD?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 21:56


    What's a “Pitbull”? Why is it such a big topic of debate and misunderstanding? Subscribe and follow -Dog Training Is My Passion- on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to: https://canisfortis.net For my protection book, check out: https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1611459006&sr=8-1 For the best exercise weighted harness, go to: https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22 Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    Radio Show Q&A

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2024 52:36


    In this episode I got the opportunity to visit with @SanSabaAnimals and do an episode with their radio show. Topics covered: How I addressed Fence chewing and squirrel Chasing. Types of services I offer. Genetics vs Temperament. Training Deaf Dogs. Plus more… Subscribe and follow Dog Training Is My Passion on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to: https://canisfortis.net For my protection book, check out: https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Col... For the best exercise weighted harness, go to: https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22 Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    The G.O.A.T? Why you should not use that term.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2024 31:04


    Keep in mind that although my original post was structured from the “male” perspective, it applies to anyone who can find it relatable. Subscribe and follow -Dog Training Is My Passion- on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to: https://canisfortis.net For my protection book, check out: https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1611459006&sr=8-1 For the best exercise weighted harness, go to: https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22 Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    Protection Dogs Should be Social.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2024 22:53


    Should Personal Protection Dogs be Social? In this episode I answer a question submitted by a friend. Have questions? Comment or message me and I'll try my best to get to it. Subscribe and follow -Dog Training Is My Passion- on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast as well as other podcast platforms. For your dog training needs, go to: https://canisfortis.net For my protection book, check out: https://www.amazon.com/Decoy-Book-Collaborations-Some-Industry/dp/B08T6YGWSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=william+garrido&qid=1611459006&sr=8-1 For the best exercise weighted harness, go to: https://xdog.com/?rfsn=6353897.841b22 Remember to use Promo Code: DTIMP15

    How to talk to clients/pet owners

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 9:04


    In this short episode I cover the best way to speak to clients and why.

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