Caffeine and Canines

Michael Ellis, a titan in modern dog training, shares invaluable insights for trainers at all levels. He emphasizes the need for continuous learning and embracing imperfections on the journey. The discussion tackles navigating critiques and the complexities of public perception, while encouraging authenticity in training practices. Ellis also highlights the benefits of sport dog training for personal growth and skill enhancement. Lastly, they explore the e-collar debate, urging trainers to adapt and prioritize positive outcomes, balancing freedom with management in dog training.

If you listen to this podcast you'll get 10 years of business knowledge in 60 minutes.My entire career of business knowledge and entrepreneurship condensed into one video. I hope the information here serves you as well as it did me. From my heart, thank you!👉 Start your journey as a professional dog trainer, join my 2025 Mentorship - This FREE webinar will change your life: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ycaonline.co.uk/jacob-opt-in-webinar?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=ep_53&podcast=EP%2053------👉 Want FREE access to our YCA Behaviour Bible? A dog training course worth over £500? CLICK HERE⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 ⁠Need expert guidance from our team? Book a FREE consultation call today and see how we can help⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Jacob’s back from safari, and he’s brought more than just photos — he’s got fresh insights from the wild that actually relate to your dog. From lions and wild dogs to elephants and giraffes, we’re diving into animal behaviour in the wild and what it can teach us about the dogs we live with every day. Funny, fascinating, and full of unexpected lessons.👉 Want FREE access to our YCA Behaviour Bible? A dog training course worth over £500? CLICK HERE⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 ⁠Need expert guidance from our team? Book a FREE consultation call today and see how we can help⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 Start your journey as a professional dog trainer, join my 2025 Mentorship

While the cat’s away, the mice will play!In a Caffeine and Canines first, there’s no Jacob this week - but don’t worry, AJ’s stepped up to join Kirky for a reflective (and hilarious) deep dive into the dogs of their past.They’re sharing stories, lessons learned, and the honest truth about what they’d do differently if those dogs were still with them today.It’s heartfelt, educational, and full of laughs - just how we roll.We miss you, Jacob!⁠⁠👉 Want FREE access to our YCA Behaviour Bible? A dog training course worth over £500? CLICK HERE⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 ⁠Need expert guidance from our team? Book a FREE consultation call today and see how we can help⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 Start your journey as a professional dog trainer, join my 2025 Mentorship

This week, Jacob and Kirky sit down with AJ Coombes, the latest trainer to join the YCA team. They talk about his path to becoming a dog trainer and the lessons learned along the way. We’re thrilled to have him on board, not just as an expert trainer and certified PSA decoy, but as a genuinely top bloke. Honest, insightful. Part two’s on the way...Shout out to our good friend Brad, we love you really - https://www.gtdog.co.uk⁠⁠👉 Want FREE access to our YCA Behaviour Bible? A dog training course worth over £500? CLICK HERE⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 ⁠Need expert guidance from our team? Book a FREE consultation call today and see how we can help⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 Start your journey as a professional dog trainer, join my 2025 Mentorship

This week, Jacob’s joined by special guest Simão (aka Simon) - a recent mentee at the YCA who flew in from Barcelona to shadow the team. They dive into the highs, lows, and unexpected lessons on the path to becoming a dog trainer. Real talk, fresh perspective, and plenty to think about if you’re on the same journey.⁠👉 Want FREE access to our YCA Behaviour Bible? A dog training course worth over £500? CLICK HERE⁠ ⁠⁠👉 ⁠Need expert guidance from our team? Book a FREE consultation call today and see how we can help⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 Start your journey as a professional dog trainer, join my 2025 Mentorship⁠⁠

This week, Jacob and Kirky are calling you out - it’s time to STOP doing the stuff that's holding your dog back... and START doing what actually works. Straight-talking, a little brutal, and exactly what you (and your dog) need.👉 Want FREE access to our YCA Behaviour Bible? A dog training course worth over £500? CLICK HERE⁠ 👉 ⁠Need expert guidance from our team? Book a FREE consultation call today and see how we can help⁠⁠👉 Start your journey as a professional dog trainer, join my 2025 Mentorship⁠

👉 Want FREE access to our YCA Behaviour Bible? A dog training course worth over £500? CLICK HERE⁠ 👉 ⁠Need expert guidance from our team? Book a FREE consultation call today and see how we can help⁠⁠👉 Start your journey as a professional dog trainer, join my 2025 MentorshipGot a trainer - or thinking of getting one? In this episode, we’re chatting about how to actually get the most out of that experience. What to expect, how to make it work for you, and some honest tips we wish more people heard before they started.

This week, Jacob and Kirky are diving into what your dog breed says about you. From the Border Collie to the Frenchie, no one’s safe. It’s tongue-in-cheek, a little savage, and very, very funny. You’ve been warned.👉 Want FREE access to our YCA Behaviour Bible? A dog training course worth over £500? CLICK HERE 👉 Need expert guidance from our team? Book a FREE consultation call today and see how we can help👉 Start your journey as a professional dog trainer, join my 2025 Mentorshipshout out to Brad - https://www.gtdog.co.uk

This week on Caffeine and Canines, we’re joined by none other than Simon Moody - aka The Mutt Nut - the man behind the biggest conversion since the 2003 Johnny Wilkinson drop goal.In this episode, we dive into why dog trainers receive so much hate online, Simon’s journey from force-free to balanced training, and the backlash he faced along the way. This was a fascinating (and as always, funny) conversation—we’re sure you’ll love listening as much as we enjoyed having the chat. See you in there!Want FREE access to our Behaviour Bible? A dog training course worth over £500? ⁠⁠CLICK HERE ⁠⁠Need expert guidance from our team? Book a FREE consultation call today and see how we can help ⁠⁠BOOK HERE⁠⁠Start your journey as a professional dog trainer, join my 2025 Mentorship ⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠ ----Australia, we’re coming! 🇦🇺🐕This September, YCA is heading to Sydney and the Sunshine Coast for two exclusive seminars with Jacob! 📍 Sydney (Sept 13-14) – The Business Blueprint: Marketing and business development📍 Sunshine Coast (Sept 20-21) – No Holds Barred: Reactivity seminarSpots are limited—don’t miss out! ⁠CLICK HERE---California, we’re coming! 🇺🇸🐕This July, YCA is heading to California for two exclusive dog training seminars with Jacob! This is your chance to learn directly from him, see real results, and take your training to the next level.Spots are limited—don’t miss out! Click the link to secure your place. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠