Send us a text In this heartfelt and often hilarious episode, Josh and Sam reflect on how their pet care businesses began— not with a grand vision, but from simple needs, passion, and a little bit of chaos . Key Highlights: How it all started: Sam launched her cat-sitting business after needing care for her own five cats. Josh found his path to dog training through a chance opportunity and an early mentor who told him, “You were meant to do this.” Side hustles to full-time: Both began their busi...
Jun 30, 2025•41 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Send us a text In this heartfelt episode, Josh and Sam dive into a topic that’s rarely discussed but deeply felt in the pet industry: mental health. From the emotional toll on veterinarians and pet sitters to the burnout and impostor syndrome many dog trainers face, this conversation gets real about the hidden weight professionals carry while caring for animals. They explore the pressure of client expectations, the reality of compassion fatigue, and the isolation many feel behind the scenes. Plu...
May 21, 2025•45 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Send us a text In this episode, Josh is joined by Sam Havill to talk about how she grew her pet care business from solo cat sitting to leading a 20+ person team across Montreal. They chat about the rise of force-free grooming, the impact of COVID on dog behaviour, and why trust-based care is changing the game in both grooming and training. They chat about some common myths in the dog training world, why positive reinforcement matters, and what it really means to support our dogs’ mental well-bei...
May 07, 2025•51 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Send us a text In this episode, Josh Taylor (Canine Education) teams up with Dr. KJ Goldenberg to unravel the real reasons behind canine anxiety, aggression, and resource guarding . They dive into how medical issues , missed warning signs , and misconceptions about dominance contribute to behavioural problems. Some key factors they discussed: Creating a Stress-Free Environment Understanding Resource Guarding & Medication’s Role Misconceptions About Dog Behavior Why Many Owners Struggle With ...
Mar 12, 2025•46 min
Send us a text This episode gets real, personal, and packed with must-know advice ! Josh is joined by his sister, Lisa , for a deep dive into a topic many people don’t talk about enough— the fear of dogs. They open up about their own childhood experiences —from terrifying encounters to the moments that changed how they saw dogs forever. Josh shares practical survival tips for anyone who feels uneasy around dogs—what to do if you’re caught off guard by one, the key mistakes people make that can e...
Mar 03, 2025•44 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Send us a text In this episode, Josh and Dr. KJ Goldenberg, the amazing veterinarian from Royal Vet, talk about anxiety and resource guarding in dogs. They break down common misconceptions, explaining how resource guarding is more about trust than dominance. Key insights include the effectiveness of positive reinforcement over punishment, how pandemic lifestyle changes have influenced resource guarding, and the role medication can play for anxious dogs. They also share tips like rewarding calm b...
Jan 20, 2025•30 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Send us a text Join us, while Josh chats a bit about recent life updates. Received quite some inquiries about how to deal with their dogs' anxiety in various aspects. Here are some useful tips on managing and guiding your dogs towards a more obedient and confident New Year! Thank you for listening and HAPPY 2025! Support the show Contact <From Woof to Wow> Podcast Join our waiting list & check out more info: https://www.instagram.com/thedogfatherjosh Facebook page https://www.facebook....
Jan 02, 2025•31 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Send us a text A case from our listener - Joanna and her family! Talking about Brio the 3-year-old little dog buddy who is quite protective of his family, and has reactive behaviors, especially towards noises. Josh studies Brio's case and shared some insights from a dog trainer's perspective and training techniques to help out Joanna and her family. How to manage and modify reactive behaviors, foster a calm and confident environment, and transform Brio's protective nature into a harmonious coexi...
Jul 13, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Send us a text Is your dog uncomfortable in the car? From general being scared to be in (or even around) the car, or in some extreme cases being car-sick? In cases when we HAVE to put our dogs in the car, only when necessary can cause negative outcomes! Without enough practicing, it can lead to us getting "trapped". What are the signs that the dog is in distress? Hear out what examples and training tips Josh gives in this episode! Support the show Contact <From Woof to Wow> Podcast Join ou...
Jul 06, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Send us a text In this episode, Josh talked about how some barking is related to “attention seeking”. Your dog might be trying to manipulate you by barking and wanting that petting or reward?! Yes, they are smart little ones seeking your attention from time to time and are capable of finding a pattern. Examples and ways to solve these! It’ll take some practice and time but will be worth it in the long run. Support the show Contact <From Woof to Wow> Podcast Join our waiting list & chec...
Jun 29, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Send us a text Simple as it might sound, it might be difficult to focus when it comes to being positive in dog training. There are up and downs in everything in life. Consistency is key in dog training. Whether it's reactivity, resource guarding, or any other type of behavior modification. Take these mini-wins. Wins come in different contexts. Recovery time is what Josh talks about often during his training sessions. Going to the root of the problem is a long-term process. We need to figure out ...
Jun 15, 2023•14 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Send us a text We love these little ones on our laps, don't we!? Smaller dogs are getting lots of attention by having that advantage (smaller of course) to sit on our laps, receiving probably more attention while we're home, sitting down, laying in bed, etc. What should we do, when should we do the "rewards"? Join us on our Facebook Live Stream June 12th (Monday) - 7pm EST to talk about Storm and Firework Phobia! Support the show Contact <From Woof to Wow> Podcast Join our waiting list &am...
Jun 01, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Send us a text Ask Josh anything Dog Training related! What's going on at home with your dogs? Email us the specifics so we can feature your questions on the podcast! A Story-time episode with Josh, on the path of finding his way in dog training - Patience, patience, patience is key! We need to understand that not all dogs are the same, they each have their own emotions, just like children! They are not programable, dogs can have anxieties too! Support the show Contact <From Woof to Wow> P...
May 25, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Send us a text Summer is very close! When it comes to our dog's safety, we must make sure things fall into place right? Josh talked about some great tips on what to look out, and what things we can help our dogs to enjoy a nice, fun summer! Hot cement roads, sand, grass, all fun things (locations) for our dogs! Let's keep them in check and have an amazing summer everyone / every dog! Support the show Contact <From Woof to Wow> Podcast Join our waiting list & check out more info: https:...
May 18, 2023•11 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Send us a text Another episode that gives us examples of what to do and how to do it! We know it's important to let our dogs know when a positive behavior happened, did you know that talking to them can really make things flow even better? Josh talked about the methods he uses while talking to his dog, and what words we can use. It's all about creating that life-long relationship with your dogs! Talking to our dogs also helps us, humans, to destress doesn't it!? Support the show Contact <From...
May 11, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Send us a text Aggression towards humans is a very common topic we face in our daily life with dogs! In this episode, Josh talks about what works when we face reactivity toward people. What is Progressive De-Sentitization? Is it fear based? What are the steps we should take action while different types of reactivity happen? There are several things we must keep in mind, what "Rewards" we can give our dogs? Always remember that "TIMING" is key in positive-reinforcement dog training. Hear out some...
May 04, 2023•17 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Send us a text When it comes to socializing your dogs. There are many ways, places, and scenarios. But at what age is it safe? Most first-time dog owners, especially when the pups are little, it can be scary to go out there and find a safe social spot! Are there things to look out for? Especially checking on what your pups are telling you? Support the show Contact <From Woof to Wow> Podcast Join our waiting list & check out more info: https://www.instagram.com/thedogfatherjosh Facebook...
Apr 27, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Send us a text What are owners with elderly dogs facing? Have you been struggling to train your dogs for years without success? What methods are we using while looking at behaviors? What factors lead to certain behaviors? By using a few examples, Josh talked about what we can use while measuring dog training success. Recovery Time Distances Mini rewards Just some examples amongst the list of measuring success. Support the show Contact <From Woof to Wow> Podcast Join our waiting list & ...
Apr 06, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Send us a text As the weather gets warmer, Dog Park is a major topic we talk about. Do we bring our dogs to the dog parks? What are the alternatives? Can it be dangerous? A few alternatives are: Hikes / Trails Playdates with neighbors/friends Agility course: set up a simple route in your own yard! Jogging with your dogs Doggy daycare If you don't have an open space at home, a doggy daycare can be super helpful. What do we look at when looking for a nice little doggy daycare? Dog vs. Human ratio ...
Mar 30, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Send us a text A storytime episode specifically on how Josh got into Pet Therapy. Coming from the focus on Trust and Relationship building. What to look at when seeking for a pet therapy dog? A bit about the Literacy Program Canine Education has partnered with Unique Tutoring. And more personal stories! Support the show Contact <From Woof to Wow> Podcast Join our waiting list & check out more info: https://www.instagram.com/thedogfatherjosh Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Montre...
Mar 23, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Send us a text A very practical episode for dog owners experiencing some type of difficulties with your new puppy and your kid(s)! Josh talked about how important it is to understand and measure the emotional well-being of your dog. And during tough times, what "play" is happening with your dog and your child? Examples of pups with kids, while your kids feel hurt, but the pups don't stop? What are the children's actions? We need to keep in mind that our dogs have emotions, especially puppies tha...
Mar 16, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Send us a text In this episode, Josh is being very straightforward in giving examples of behavior modification, measuring "success" in training your dogs, as well as some emotional moments for him. Understand that you are not alone in the difficult moments while training our pups. It's HOW to figure out the stressful scenarios, and aim to succeed with small baby steps. Josh also talked about "intensity" and "recovery". Detailed examples on how to help you with your dog's Resource Guarding scenar...
Mar 09, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Send us a text Treats do NOT always mean cookies! Treats can be a ball, a toy, games of tug and war or fetch; actual food/snacks. Even going for a walk can be a treat. The reward is what your dog defines as a "treat". By knowing your dog's beloved choice of game, snacks and toys can easily guide you to the positive reinforcement. Hear out Josh as he gives some examples of the things we're most probably doing right now at home! Are we ignoring our dogs when they are actually calm? Remember the "A...
Mar 02, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Send us a text One of the basics when it comes to dog training. However, it is still the most asked topic and can be quite challenging! Jumping! Josh talks about the strategies when it comes to jumping. Using examples and hands-on techniques when you have guests over. It is crucial that we talk to our guests, let them know you have a jumping dog(s), and ask them to help you ignore the dog when it comes to greetings/leaving. We want less excitement and more practice. We can leash our dogs 5-10 mi...
Feb 23, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Send us a text In this episode, Josh talks about the hot topic of Dog Reactivities. How to help you and your dog with the behavior modifications? What does reactivity look like? When dealing with your dog's reactivity, what do we focus on? What should you aim for during training? It's essential to focus on the "Distance". Using detailed examples that can help guide you through—some basics used in Canine Education's Behavior Modification Program. There's also "ditching the bowl", filling the "cup...
Feb 16, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Send us a text With popular demand on the pulling on leash topic, we're releasing this 2.0 version with more detailed tips that can help you through some current problems! Based on the knowledge of the "Red Light, Green Light" method from our Episode 2, here we're going deeper with - "Heel" . Do we use a tight leash? What exact steps do we take? What commands can we use? When do you give "off-cues"? Very importantly, WHERE do we train? Giving detailed examples using a balanced 3-way pie chart: A...
Feb 09, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Send us a text In this episode, we're going to the basics. Starting from the puppies! From what you'll need to prepare to avoid "disasters". Do you need to research what breed of dogs you should get? Characters do matter? Compared to our own children, aren't puppies just like humans in some ways? What and WHEN to reward your pups? Josh gave several examples to use in real life (which you might be experiencing right at this moment!), the dos and don'ts. When should you start the training? 3 month...
Feb 02, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Send us a text A question that's been asked by many dog owners, "Is my dog dominant?" might have come to your mind at some point in time. Compared to THE wildlife - Wolves , dogs being their descendants might be seen directly as being dominant or to still have the traits of their "ancestors". Well, are they? Dogs, archaeological evidence shows they've been domesticated by humans for over 30,000 years ! Then why are your dogs sometimes showing these so-called "characters" of dominance? Is that a ...
Jan 26, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Send us a text By telling his story, Josh talked about how he saw and experienced the growth in his dog training journey. From using all the training methods he was taught when the industry started, to the progression of dog training methods, to the current Science-Based Positive Reinforcement. No matter if it's Balanced training method, aversive training method, and etc. It's all about long-term relationships with our canine friends. We need to ask ourselves: Do instant results work? Does anxie...
Jan 19, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Send us a text Join Josh as he talks about a very popular topic: pulling on leash! Getting up super early or avoiding other dogs outside? No matter what your situation is, here is a sustainable method based on experience and success to help you through this! The "Red light, Green light" method only takes 5 mins/walk! Remember, the key is to practice, practice and practice. Consistency always leads to success! Support the show Contact <From Woof to Wow> Podcast Join our waiting list & c...
Jan 12, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 2
