

Leerburg Dog Training Podcast
Ed Frawley
Leerburg's Dog Training Podcast was started in 2006, long before podcasts became trendy like they are today. Our podcast is a place to share valuable information and have conversations that are important to the dog training community. With podcasts becoming more popular in recent years the team here at Leerburg has elected to release new episodes of some of our favorite content from our trainers like Ed Frawley, Michael Ellis, and Kevin Sheldahl. Learn the evolution and basics of dog training from some of the most experienced trainers in the United States.
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Aug 4, 2025 • 6min
Competitive Heeling in Dog Sports
In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a video clip from our new online course, Sport Skills Master Class with Michael Ellis. In this clip, Michael addresses how to teach competitive heeling to your dog.| Links mentioned: Sport Skills Master Class with Michael Ellis: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/241 | Remote Collar Master Class with Michael Ellis: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/238 | Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class - Part 1 (18 Hours): https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/229 | Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class - Part 2 (25 Hours): https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/230 | Behavior Creation with Michael Ellis: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/236

Aug 2, 2025 • 6min
Getting Started with AKC Scent Work Bundle
In this episode, Ed Frawley discusses our new AKC Scent Work Bundle. Ready to begin scent detection training the right way? This course bundle is designed for dog owners who want a clear, structured approach to building strong scent work skills from the ground up. It includes three comprehensive online courses—plus five essential training tools—giving you everything you need to start training with purpose, confidence, and results. You'll get 8 total items comprised of the following. | Links mentioned: Getting Started with AKC Scent Work Bundle: https://leerburg.com/akc-bundle.php

Aug 1, 2025 • 5min
Can you fix reactivity with a remote collar?
In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about training a dog reactive dog with a remote collar. Ed give his thoughts on handling and managing reactive and aggressive dogs. | Links mentioned: How We Manage Dogs in Our Home: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/14 | Dealing with Dominant and Aggressive Dogs: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/137 | Leash Reactivity with Michael Ellis: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/165 | Leash Reactivity with Tyler Muto: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/15 | Remote Collar Training for the Pet Owner: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/94

Jul 29, 2025 • 9min
Scent Discrimination in Dog Sports
In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a video clip from our new online course, Sport Skills Master Class with Michael Ellis. In this clip, Michael addresses how to teach your dog the scent discrimination exercise. | Links mentioned: Sport Skills Master Class with Michael Ellis: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/241 | Remote Collar Master Class with Michael Ellis: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/238 | Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class - Part 1 (18 Hours): https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/229 | Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class - Part 2 (25 Hours): https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/230 | Behavior Creation with Michael Ellis: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/236

Jul 25, 2025 • 12min
My Cane Corso Puppy is like a Shark and Attacks My Family
In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 7-month-old cane corso puppy that is getting wild and bitey at the end of the night. Ed gives advice on how to manage these temper tantrums. | Links mentioned: How We Manage Dogs In Our Home: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/14 | Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 12 Months: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/91 | Raising Your Puppy: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/85

Jul 24, 2025 • 7min
Send Aways in Dog Sports
In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a video clip from our new online course, Sport Skills Master Class with Michael Ellis. Michael addresses how to teach a successful send away for different dog sports.| Links mentioned: Sport Skills Master Class with Michael Ellis: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/241 | Remote Collar Master Class with Michael Ellis: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/238 | Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class - Part 1 (18 Hours): https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/229 | Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class - Part 2 (25 Hours): https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/230 | Behavior Creation with Michael Ellis: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/236

Jul 23, 2025 • 6min
Using Remote Collars in Dog Sports
In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a video clip from our new online course, Sport Skills Master Class with Michael Ellis. In this clip, Michael addresses how remote collars can be used in dog sports. | Links mentioned: Sport Skills Master Class with Michael Ellis: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/241 | Remote Collar Master Class with Michael Ellis: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/238 | Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class - Part 1 (18 Hours): https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/229 | Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class - Part 2 (25 Hours): https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/230 | Behavior Creation with Michael Ellis: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/236

Jul 21, 2025 • 10min
New Getting Started with Reward-Based Training Bundle
If you're new to dog training—or if you're transitioning from another training philosophy and want to learn Reward-Based Training—this course bundle is the ideal starting point. This specially curated package includes four of our most essential online courses plus two items essential for these courses. | Links mentioned: Getting Started with Reward-Based Training Bundle: https://leerburg.com/reward-based-training-bundle.php | The Power of Training with Markers: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/96 | Training Dogs with Food Rewards: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/206 | Training Your Dog to Come When Called: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/197 | Basic Dog Obedience: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/5 | 6ft Slip Lead: https://leerburg.com/dominantdog-sliplead.php | Leerburg Silicone Treat Pouch: https://leerburg.com/treat-pouch.php

Jul 14, 2025 • 4min
Active Learning Vs Reactive Dogs
In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a video clip from our new online course, Sport Skills Master Class with Michael Ellis. In this clip, Michael addresses the differences between and active learning or operant dog and a reactive dog. | Links mentioned: Sport Skills Master Class with Michael Ellis: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/241 | Remote Collar Master Class with Michael Ellis: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/238 | Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class - Part 1: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/229 | Michael Ellis 2-Week Protection Class - Part 2: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/230 | Behavior Creation with Michael Ellis: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/236

Jul 11, 2025 • 7min
160lbs Reactive Great Dane Can't Wear Collar Due to Surgery
In this episode, Ed Frawley shares a question from the Ask Cindy database. Today's question is about a 160-lbs reactive great dane shelter dog who recently had emergency spinal and neck surgery and now the vet says this dog can't wear a head halter or collar ever again, or it could result in paralysis. | Links mentioned: How We Manage Dogs in Our Home: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/14 | Dealing with Dominant and Aggressive Dogs: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/137 | Leash Reactivity with Michael Ellis: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/165 | Leash Reactivity with Tyler Muto: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/15 | From the Rescue to the Home: https://university.leerburg.com/Catalog/viewCourse/cid/46 | Remote Collar Training for the Pet Owner: https://university.leerburg.com/Course/overview/courseid/94


