Training Without Conflict Podcast

Training Without Conflict® Podcast Episode Twelve: 3x PSA National Champion Janet EdwardsIn this episode, Ivan Balabanov interviews 2-time PSA 3 Handler, Janet Edwards.In addition to being a PSA 3 handler, Janet is also a well respected PSA judge, dog trainer, and teacher to dog trainers around the world.Throughout the episode they discuss the sport of PSA K9, the differences between PSA and the other dog sports, and Janet provides a great education on the PSA sport as a whole. In addition to their dog sports discussion, Ivan and Janet discuss raising sport dogs, puppy selection, how different training methods affect future results and much more!Janet has been a certified Master Trainer from Tarheel Canine Training, Inc since 2001. Janet ran the pet obedience program at Tarheel Canine, specializing in severe behavior modification (aggression, shyness), and took that program to the highest level in its history. She had the opportunity to work with some extreme cases of shyness and aggression for “last chance” dogs, providing them (and their owners) a life they never thought could happen. Along with training the pets and their owners, she instructed student trainers looking to start their own dog training careers. Her students have not only come from the United States but from all over the the world such as South Africa, Portugal, Hong Kong, Thailand, Malaysia and more. Janet then began training SAR and police K9s for detection (narcotics, explosives), patrol and man trailing along with instructing their handlers. She has trained 100+ active dog teams working the streets for local, state and federal agencies throughout the United States. She spent 3 years managing the North Carolina training facility, directing all trainers and programs. She relocated to Hanover and started Stateline Canine in 2011. Her dog, Zuko has earned his PSA1, PSA2 and PSA3 titles; only 8 other teams have accomplished this in the history of the sport. Janet is only the 2nd female handler to earn this title. Not only has Zuko earned these titles but he is the ONLY dog to have been a National Champion at every level in the sport; 2007 PSA1, 2009 PSA2 and 2012 PSA 3 National Champion. Janet achieved her second PSA 3 with her dog Danny, who was her previous PSA 3 dog, Zuko's son. In doing this, she became the only women and one of only 3 trainers in the world to achieve PSA 3 with multiple dogs. To learn more about Janet Edwards, check out:https://statelinecanine.com/Ivan Balabanov is a 2-time World Champion dog trainer, Ot Vitosha Malinois breeder, trainer of Premier Protection Dogs and founder of the revolutionary Training Without Conflict® dog training system.For more information about Ivan Balabanov and information on how to train your dog using the Training Without Conflict® system, check out: https://trainingwithoutconflict.comhttps://malinois.comhttps://premierprotectiondogs.comPlease like, comment, and share with your dog friends!

Training Without Conflict® Podcast Special Edition: The Seat Belt Analogy and Negative ReinforcementEarlier this year in one of Ivan's Facebook posts, he stated that the commonly used seat belt analogy is misleading and does not properly illustrate the concept of Negative Reinforcement.This podcast is a 30-minute excerpt from my Training Without Conflict® course lecture on Negative Reinforcement where he discusses why this analogy is problematic. Ivan Balabanov is a 2-time World Champion dog trainer, Ot Vitosha Malinois breeder, trainer of Premier Protection Dogs, and founder of the revolutionary Training Without Conflict® dog training system.For more information about Ivan Balabanov and information on how to train your dog or to learn how to become a dog trainer and become certified in the Training Without Conflict® training methodology, check out: https://trainingwithoutconflict.comhttps://malinois.comhttps://premierprotectiondogs.comPlease like, comment, and share with your dog friends!

Training Without Conflict® Podcast Episode Ten: Dallas SeaveyIn this episode, Ivan has a conversation with 5-time Iditarod Champion Dallas Seavey.The two champions discuss topics ranging from breeding and selection of competition dogs, preparing for competition, fueling champion dogs, and how to maximize the potential of every dog they compete with.The wealth of information presented by these two titans of their craft is abundant in this 2 hour podcast!Dallas Seavey is one of two 5-time winners of Alaska's world-renowned Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. In 2005, Seavey became the youngest musher to ever compete in the Iditarod at age 18, and at age 25 became the youngest to ever win the storied race. Seavey went on to win 4 more races in 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2021 tying him with 5-time winner Rick Swenson. Dallas has also had success worldwide winning Canada's Yukon Quest and competing in Norway's FinnmarkslopetOutside of competing, Seavey also owns and manages his own breeding program where he trains and raises the finest Alaskan Huskies. During the offseason, Dallas also runs sled dog experiences for tourists with his company AK Sled Dog Tours where anyone can get the feeling of being a world class musher.For more information on Dallas Seavey, check out:https://sleddogtours.com/https://twitter.com/DallasSeaveyhttps://iditarod.com/Ivan Balabanov is a 2-time World Champion dog trainer, Ot Vitosha Malinois breeder, trainer of Premier Protection Dogs and founder of the revolutionary Training Without Conflict® dog training system.For more information about Ivan Balabanov and information on how to train your dog using the Training Without Conflict® system, check out: https://trainingwithoutconflict.comhttps://malinois.comhttps://premierprotectiondogs.comPlease like, comment, and share with your dog friends!

In this episode, Ivan has a conversation with Simon about their training methods, similarities, and differences. Ivan and Simon also dive into the concept of punishment in dog training, its effects, benefits, and drawbacks. There is also an amazing discussion about the force free movement and the perception of punishment in dog training from different training ideologies. Simon Gadbois Ph. D. is a professor of neuroscience and biology at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Simon has spent a large portion of his career studying domestic and wild canids (wolves, coyotes, and red foxes).He completed his Ph.D. in behavioural endocrinology at the Canadian Centre for Wolf Research (CCWR) examining the hormonal correlation of social behaviour in wolves, as well as action sequences in wolves, coyotes and red foxes. When the CCWR closed in 2007, Simon started the Canid Behaviour Research Lab at Dalhousie University and focused his research on coyote-human conflicts and canine scent detection.He is currently interested in the fundamental science of olfaction and olfactory learning. His lab has focussed on environmental/conservation, biomedical, and forensic applications of scent processing in dogs.Ivan Balabanov is a 2-time World Champion dog trainer, Ot Vitosha Malinois breeder, trainer of Premier Protection Dogs and founder of the revolutionary Training Without Conflict® dog training system.For more information about Ivan Balabanov and information on how to train your dog using the Training Without Conflict® system, check out: https://trainingwithoutconflict.comhttps://malinois.comhttps://premierprotectiondogs.comPlease like, comment, and share with your dog friends!

Training Without Conflict® Podcast Episode Nine: The Disadvantages of Low Level E-Collar ConditioningIn this episode of the Training Without Conflict® Podcast, Ivan Balabanov goes solo sharing his concerns on the concept of low level stimulus electric collar conditioning in dog training. Throughout the episode, Ivan shares many downfalls of this type of training, and dissects the narrative being pushed by trainers that utilize this training method.This information is beneficial to anyone that is a dog trainer, dog owner, or just a dog training enthusiast. This episode is a "must-listen" for anyone looking to utilize the electric shock collar in their training. If you have ever questioned how to use the e-collar, how to teach the e-collar, or how top trainers approach the use of electric collars, this episode will be highly beneficial to your education. Ivan Balabanov is a 2-time World Champion dog trainer, Ot Vitosha Malinois breeder, trainer of Premier Protection Dogs, and founder of the revolutionary Training Without Conflict® dog training system.For more information about Ivan Balabanov and information on how to train your dog using the Training Without Conflict® system, check out: https://trainingwithoutconflict.comhttps://malinois.comhttps://premierprotectiondogs.comPlease like, comment, and share with your dog friends!

Training Without Conflict® Podcast Episode Eight: Markus NeutzIn this episode of the Training Without Conflict® Podcast, Ivan Balabanov interviews a friend, colleague, fellow competitor, and life-long dogman Markus Neutz.Markus Neutz knowledge of the dog world is nearly unparalleled. He is truly a force within the dog training community throughout Germany as well as around the world. The level of experience Markus holds throughout many different facets of dog training, dog handling, and dog ownership is truly mind blowing.He has been training dogs since 1980.  He has been a K9 trainer and handler for the German Polizei since 1994.He has bred, owned, trained, and won championships with several different breeds including German Shepherds, Giant Schnauzers, Rottweilers, Dobermans, Malinois, and he even has a Jack Russell Terrier that he has trained for IGP!He is the breeder of the famous Lupano Malinois Kennel, where he bred Lupano’s Duke, the dog he trained to win the VDH and DMC championships in 2003 and 2005, respectively. He has competed at the world level at the FCI World Championship and also won the 1999 Doberman German Bundessieger. Markus is also a well respected judge who has presided over some of the biggest National and World Championships around the globe. Outside of the sport world, Markus is the head trainer of the K9 school for the German Polizei.He has trained police K9s for SWAT teams, specializing in patrol, narcotics, and explosives detection.Outside of Germany, he has also trained K9s for use in 5 other countries including the United States.  Markus is also still an active patrol officer with his Jack Russell that is trained in arson detection. Despite this huge workload, Markus still trains his personal dogs for IGP and assists in training for his IGP club in Germany as well as hosting workshops around the world with his wife Maria, who is a highly accomplished trainer and competitor in her own right. This podcast is truly an unbelievable fly on the wall experience listening to two titans in the dog training world discuss fascinating subjects about dog training. Ivan and Markus talk about their roots in dog training, the role that the Belgian Malinois breed has played in dog sports and police K9s, breeding standards and practices, and also discuss the recent ban on aversive dog training tools in Germany. Prepare yourself to listen several times to absorb the wealth of information contained in this 3 hour podcast!Ivan Balabanov is a 2-time World Champion dog trainer, Ot Vitosha Malinois breeder, trainer of Premier Protection Dogs and founder of the revolutionary Training Without Conflict® dog training system.For more information about Ivan Balabanov and information on how to train your dog using the Training Without Conflict® system, check out: https://trainingwithoutconflict.comhttps://malinois.comhttps://premierprotectiondogs.comPlease like, comment, and share with your dog friends!

Michael Ellis, an internationally acclaimed dog trainer with over 30 years in competitive sports, discusses the complexities of modern dog training. He dives into the contentious debate surrounding 'positive only' methods and the ban on aversive tools in Europe. Michael shares insights on the history of dog sports, including Mondioring and Schutzhund, while emphasizing the need for transparency in training research. His reflections highlight the balance between traditional methods and evolving dog training philosophies, showcasing the invaluable relationship between trainers and their dogs.

Training Without Conflict™ Podcast Episode Six: Dr. Roger AbrantesIn this episode of the Training Without Conflict™ Podcast, Ivan Balabanov interviews one of the great minds in the study of Ethology, Dr. Roger Abrantes.Dr. Roger Abrantes, is a titan in the world of Ethology, receiving a Ph.D in Evolutionary Biology and Ethology and a BA in Philosophy. He is one of the last living students of Konrad Lorenz, Nico Tinbergen, and Karl Von Frisch.Dr. Roger Abrantes considers himself to be a "citizen of the world" speaking nine languages (English, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Danish, Swedish, Italian, German, and Thai)He is the author of 17 books in English, German, Spanish, Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Italian, and Czech, and numerous articles on behavior. He is probably one of the most versatile ethologists in the world.His books "Dog Language – An Encyclopedia of Canine Behavior" and "The Evolution of Canine Social Behavior" are must have books for any dog enthusiast. His most recent book, "Animal Training My Way – The Merging of Ethology and Behaviorism" revolutionizes animal training as much as his first book, "The Dog, Our Friend – Psychology Rather Than Force" did in 1982.His work ranges from lecturing at the Ethology Institute Cambridge, where he is the scientific director, to appearances as a guest lecturer at universities worldwide, popular talks, seminars, as well as being a special advisor to the Portuguese GNR (the Military Academy trained police) on the canine detection of narcotics and explosives.Dr. Abrantes is especially known for his views on social behavior and its applications to the daily understanding of pet behavior; and for his no-nonsense working methods, a practical and thorough application of Ethology and Learning Theory, teaching the animal the new patterns patiently and efficiently step by step.Check out some of Dr. Abrantes' books here:Dog Language – An Encyclopedia of Canine BehaviorThe Evolution of Canine Social Behavior For a full bibliography of Roger Abrantes' work, check out:https://ethology.eu/roger-abrantes/Ivan Balabanov is a 2-time World Champion dog trainer, Ot Vitosha Malinois breeder, trainer of Premier Protection Dogs and founder of the revolutionary Training Without Conflict™ dog training system.For more information about Ivan Balabanov and information on how to train your dog using the Training Without Conflict™ system, check out: Training Without Conflict™Ot Vitosha MalinoisPlease like, comment, and share with your dog friends!

Join clinical psychologist Dr. Doug Lisle and political scientist Dr. Jen Howk as they delve into the fascinating intersection of evolutionary psychology and dog training. They challenge traditional views on personality, emphasizing inherent traits over mere experiences. Discover how understanding canine genetics improves training methods, while critiquing outdated practices that rely on punishment. Their engaging discussion highlights the importance of nurturing individual strengths in both dogs and humans, and they share insights into the balance between ambition and realism in training.

In this episode of the Training Without Conflict™ Podcast, Ivan Balabanov debates Larry Krohn on methods of using the electric collar training tool. They debate their beliefs on the proper use of e-collars, the efficacy of conditioning the e-collar as a training tool, and present scientific data to support their position leading to a very productive and fascinating conversation about electric collars that is long overdue.Larry Krohn is a retired government agent and dog trainer based out of Bowling Green, Kentucky, where he operates Pak Masters Dog Training.He has been training dogs for over 2 decades and has shared his methods on his highly successful YouTube Channel.Larry is a huge presence in the dog training community hosting seminars around the United States, while also providing special workshops for veterans where they are able to learn from him for free.He also wrote a very successful book, Everything you need to know about E Collar Training, in hopes of teaching dog owners how to properly use the e-collar with their personal dogs.For more information on Larry Krohn, check out his YouTube channel:Larry KrohnIvan Balabanov is a 2-time World Champion dog trainer, Ot Vitosha Malinois breeder, trainer of Premier Protection Dogs and founder of the revolutionary Training Without Conflict™ dog training system.For more information about Ivan Balabanov and information on how to train your dog using the Training Without Conflict™ system, check out: https://trainingwithoutconflict.comhttps://malinois.comhttps://premierprotectiondogs.comPlease like, comment, and share with your dog friends!