The McCann Dogs Podcast
You got a dog to be part of the family, but at times they seem a mystery. What are they thinking? How do you determine what is best for their well-being. What training will meet THEIR needs? At McCann Professional Dog Trainers, we help dog owners to have a well-behaved four-legged family member! In this podcast, we share our 40 years of experience and expertise to help you through all of the ups and downs of learning how to train and care for YOUR dog based on THEIR needs. Together we will guide you to the solutions you’re looking for as we discover how dogs think and learn. Happy Training!
Episodes
Considering getting a new puppy? Worried about that first week home? Instructors Shannon and Swanny discuss what it's like and how to make the best of it.
Knowing which commands to use at what time in dog training can be confusing for you and your dog. In this episode, Instructors Shannon and Swanny break down some of the most commonly confused commands and how to get better results with clarity.
Has your dog training suddenly stalled in progress? Is your dog listening less and needing correction more? You may be in the adolescent stage! On this episode we talk with Instructor Rob about Pontiac Bandit and how he is managing the adolescent stage of dog training.
Not sure why you should train your dog? Join Instructors Shannon and Swanny as they discuss this very thing with two of our amazing McCann Students.
...or is it? Meet Instructor Meg as she discusses specific differences and techniques for training a small breed dog.
We've taken your questions and answered them here! If you have questions about dog training, please leave them in the comments. We will do our best to answer them.
Does it feel like everyone else's dog has great listening skills but your dog consistently forgets to put their listening ears on? In this episode, Instructors Shannon and Swanny get to the bottom of common issues with listening.
There are some places that professional dog trainers will NEVER take their dogs and other places they will delay until their dogs are set up for success. Find out where and why today on the McCann Dogs Podcast.
You don't need to take your dog for a walk to tire them out. In fact, if you take the time to exercise your dog indoors, you will not only tire them out more completely, but you'll also have amazing success when you go out!
Is your morning routine causing issues for you and your dog? In this episode, Instructors Shannon and Swanny go over the dos and don’ts when getting ready to leave in the morning.
Related Training Video HERE!
Instructors Shannon and Swanny are answering your questions again. Everything from picking up your new puppy to training in apartments and high distractions zones.
Dogs do not come with the same worldview as us and have a very different understanding of what decisions are appropriate in any given situation. On this episode, Instructors Shannon and Swanny discuss how to help your dog to make the decisions you want them to make.
Related Training Video HERE!
Does your dog get distracted easily? In this episode, Instructors Shannon and Swanny discuss how to get the focus back on your regardless of where they are.
Training video: https://youtu.be/FKYXOsBhKUM
So you are thinking of getting a puppy? You’ve likely already dreamed about the perfect breed for you. But wait! Are you Sure? In this episode, instructors Swanny and Shannon discuss the important things to consider when deciding on a pup.
Instructors Shannon and Swanny are back with answers to your pressing dog training questions!
Of all the skills you need to train with your puppy, THIS is one of the most important. Join Instructors Shannon and Swanny as they discuss Response to Name.
You just got a new puppy. Now what? In this episode, Instructor Shannon and Swanny go through the first 3 things to teach your puppy.
Do you have a dog who is over excited about going for walks? On this episode, Instructors Shannon and Swanny discuss tips and tricks to gain control before the walk even begins to enjoy a stress-free experience.
Training video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0015ZZKR-8
Does the idea of trimming your dog’s nails terrify you? In this episode, Instructors Shannon and Swanny discuss how to build confidence in yourself and your pup to make this essential skill easier.
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Did you know that tricks are a super power when training your dog? In this episode, Instructors Shannon and Swanny dig into this well known secret that will build your ability to communicate and bond with your pup.
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