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.
Latest episodes
Showing 20 · updated from the feed
Michael Ellis on Creating Reward Events
In this podcast, Michael Ellis explains what a reward event is and how it differs from simply rewarding your dog with food or a treat. Knowing how to build and execute a
Sep 7 2021 15 min
K9 Services - Police Dog Handler School with Kevin Sheldahl
In this podcast, Ed Frawley and Kevin Sheldahl sit down and discuss the 6-week Police Service Dog Handler school that Kevin has operated for decades through his business
Sep 2 2021 29 min
Michael Ellis's Philosophy on Dog Training
In this podcast, Michael Ellis gives what he calls his introduction lecture to dog training. In this lecture Michael Ellis explains how dogs learn through various forms o
Aug 31 2021 1 h 08 min
The Evolution of Muzzle Fighting in Police K9 Training
In this podcast, Ed Frawley sits down with long time friend and colleague, Kevin Sheldahl to discuss Leerburg's new online course Muzzle Fighting for Police Service Dogs.
Aug 12 2021 29 min
Michael Ellis - Road to Leerburg
Have you always wanted to attend the Michael Ellis School but couldn’t make it out to California? Have you wondered what it would be like to be a student at Michael’s sch
Aug 20 2019 17 min
Problems with All-Positive Trainers
This podcast highlights Ed Frawley's main issues with "All-Positive" training.
May 6 2014 14 min
Evolution of Training Aggressive Dogs with Remote Collars
This podcast is about the evolution of training methods used to control and/or eliminate dog aggression with remote collars. I bought my first electric collar in 1979. It
Dec 21 2012 27 min
Learning to Use Food Rewards During Dog Training
This 25 minute podcast explores the methods to train your dog with food rewards. Training with food increases the dogs motivation to learn along with improving the bond b
Feb 1 2008 27 min
Marker Training Dogs
Learning to train your dog with markers is the quickest way new dog trainers can gain timing and communication skills with their dogs. In my opinion the essence of marker
Jan 4 2008 47 min
The Theory of Corrections in Dog Training
One of the most misunderstood areas of dog training, by beginners and so called professionals alike, is how and when to correct a dog. The lack of understanding of correc
Mar 15 2007 1 h 20 min
The Theory of Motivation in Dog Training
One of the most important concepts that every new pet owner must learn, if they want to become an effective dog trainer, is how to motivate their dog to want to follow co
Mar 12 2007 36 min
Training the Place Command to Your Family Pet
The place command is probably the second most important obedience command after the come command. New dog trainers often completely miss how important and usefulness the
Jul 21 2006 18 min
Ground Work to Becoming Your Puppy's Pack Leader
This 21 minute podcast explains how Ed Frawley from Leerburg Kennels raises puppies in his home. Ed has bred over 350 litters of German Shepherds in the last 30 years. Th
Apr 13 2006 21 min
How to Break Up a Dog Fight Without Getting Hurt
Dog fights are violent, loud and dangerous events. I get emails every day on dog fights. As I wrote this description I got 2 emails. In one a family had two dogs . Their
Mar 23 2006 52 min
Traning Puppies NOT TO BITE
This podcast teached people how to deal with puppies that bite. When pet owners bring a cute little puppy home and it turns into an alligator, most people don't know what
Mar 21 2006 8 min
Bottle Feeding New Born Puppies
This podcasts explains how to make your own puppy formula and then how to bottle feed new born pups. After breeding 350 litters of Germans Shepherds in the past 30 years,
Mar 16 2006 12 min
The Groundwork to Becoming a Pack Leader - Part 1
This podcast teaches how to establish a relationship with a new dog. It explains how to develop a bond and a working relationship with a new dog. This podcast was develop
Mar 15 2006 25 min
Introducing Dogs into Homes with Other Dogs
This podcasts teachs pet owners how to safely add a new dog into a home with existing dogs. It explains how to control pack behavior that enters the picture when new dogs
Mar 15 2006 19 min
Who Can Pet My Puppy?
Why I don't allow strangers to pet my puppies and dogs.
Mar 11 2006 8 min
Philosophy of Dog Training
Ed Frawley's dog training philosophy after 45 years of dog training.
Mar 10 2006 12 min
Chart trend
Position in the Pets & Animals chart (US), last 90 days.
#1#101#200AugSepOctNov
#19
all-time peak
83
days in the top 50 since Jan 2025
Chart positions
Where Leerburg Dog Training Podcast ranks today in each Apple Podcasts chart (US, Nov 11, 2026).
A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.
I agree with the previous comments. As a person new to dogs, I’m surprised someone as experienced as Ed would disparage dog owners for not knowing more about dogs! We are trying to learn as quickly as we can, and there is lots and lots of conflicting advice on every side from reputable trainers. It’s very hard to know which method or training program will work best for your specific dog in your specific environment and circumstances . I am glad that he includes links to the classes that address the issue the dog owner is asking about, so that we can get more detailed suggestions.
Also, I appreciate all the work he’s put into Leerburg videos to help new owners like me learn thoughtful approaches to raising their dogs.
Kathychilders · Mar 2025
I love Leerburg and have been using their products and videos for many years. While Ed gives excellent advice, he often laughs and scoffs at people’s ignorance and I don’t believe it’s a very professional way to deliver his important messages. I agree with him that people are doing things wrong with their dogs, which is why they have problems and are writing in, but a lot of best practices in dog training are actually not that intuitive, and I would like to see Ed take a more compassionate approach to people who are actively seeking his and Cindy’s help. I will keep listening but it’s sometimes distressing to hear his condescending tone.
Aim bobame · Apr 2023
Practical information that has been extremely helpful in training my high energy, high drive puppy. I probably would have given up on my dog if not for Leerburg.
If regular group obedience is not working out for you, listen to the basic training podcasts on Leerburg ,follow their advice exactly, and watch the understanding between you and your dog develop.
Hello from SW...VA · Oct 2021
Leerburg never disappoints! These podcasts are a great way to take their wealth of knowledge with you on the go. Like all of Leerburg's instructional material, these podcasts warrant multiple listens in order to get the most out of them.
Thank you Leerburg!
Zeke302 · Jun 2015
We strive to present a balanced view by showing a diverse range of reviews from Apple Podcasts.
More podcasts like Leerburg Dog Training Podcast
Popular shows in Pets & Animals, for your next listen.
Here you find the Apple Podcasts chart positions of Leerburg Dog Training Podcast, its latest episodes to listen to directly, and reviews from listeners. Rankings are updated daily for the United States.
