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113 episodes
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Date created
2016/02/24
Latest episode
2026/01/08
Average duration
86 min.
Release period
54 days
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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.
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#117: Lars Lentz - IGP Tracking Done Differently
2026/01/08
In 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
#116: Jerri Scherff (SailorJerri) - Race, Online Hate & the Dog Industry
2025/11/27
In 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
#115: Jo Laurens - How to Raise Gundogs
2025/10/30
In 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.
#114: Diane Gollowitzer - Are Muzzles Bad?
2025/10/23
In 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.
#113: Ben Sweet - Truffle Hunting Secrets
2025/10/09
In 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
#112: Alex Lato - Play with Purpose Challenge
2025/09/27
Get 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.
#111: Melissa McCue-McGrath - Training Pet Dogs
2024/08/20
In 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/
#110: Carrie-Anne Selwyn - Hoopers & Raising Dogs
2024/07/17
In 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/
#109: Claire Brown - Competing at IGP Worlds & Lost Dog Tracking
2024/06/26
In 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/
#108: Kat Serafina - Training Shepherds & Scent Detection
2024/06/11
In 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/
#107: Henriette Bohnstedt - 6-Time National IGP Champion
2024/04/19
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/
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#106: Ron Watson - Dog Training Done Differently
2024/03/11
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/
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#105: Chad Mackin - The Death of Positive vs Balanced Training
2024/02/24
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.
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#104: Kamal Fernandez - BSL, Adolescent Dogs & Dog Sports
2024/02/13
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/
#103: Dominic Hodgson - Getting Real About Pet Business
2023/12/18
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
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markleblanc 2021/03/17
One of the best in the business
Amazing podcast brought to you by one of the best dog trainers out there. Keep it up Nick!
Djsluggo 2020/11/23
To infrequent
Good content. To infrequent. Especially since the episodes are so short...
plumpointpooch 2019/08/11
Breath of fresh air
I recently started listening and found your format refreshing and humble. I especially enjoyed your conversation with Patricia McConnell. Keep up the ...
Biff McGriff 2019/08/05
I listen to a lot of dog training podcasts
The other podcasts don’t go as much into specifics in training as much as this one does. Actual helpful topics you can incorporate into your training ...
Learning Lots 2019/06/16
Awesome Podcast
Love Nick’s podcast!
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