Listen Dog Training: The Walk & Talk

Leash up your dog, hit the pavement, and tune in to The Walk & Talk with award-winning dog trainer Lisa Burton. In each episode, Lisa pulls back the curtain on dog behaviour, sharing the real, no-nonsense strategies for tackling everyday challenges and achieving lasting, positive results. No fluff, no gatekeeping—just practical tips and expert advice that makes dog training fun, accessible, and achievable for every dog owner.

Listen Dog Training: The Walk & Talk is a kids podcast hosted by Lisa | Listen Dog Training, with 71 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Lisa | Listen Dog Training hosts Listen Dog Training: The Walk & Talk, a kids show with 71 episodes published.

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  Episode #71

  The Coach's Mindset: A Better Way to Train Your Dog

  Aug 21, 202614 min

  Sometimes, the biggest transformation in dog training doesn’t come from finding the perfect technique… It comes from changing the way you see your role. In this episode, we’re exploring the powerful identity shift from being your dog’s corrector to becoming their coach. We’ll dive into why behaviour is communication, how to become more proactive in your training, why outdated ideas around dominance and control don’t create the relationship we actually want, and how to become the person your dog looks to for guidance. This is a deep-dive into building trust, confidence, connection, and real-life reliability with your dog. In this episode, you'll learn: ✨ The difference between correcting behaviour and coaching your dog ✨ Why your dog’s behaviour is information - not a personal challenge ✨ How to stop viewing your dog as difficult and start understanding what they’re communicating ✨ Why proactive training is more powerful than constantly fixing problems ✨ What true leadership looks like without outdated dominance ideas ✨ How to build a relationship based on trust rather than control ✨ How your own mindset affects your dog’s learning ✨ How to become a more confident and effective trainer ✨ How to become the person your dog naturally chooses to listen to Ready to take this work to the next level? The Listen Dog Training Membership is now OPEN - and this is where we put everything you’ve learned in this episode into action. Inside, you’ll get structured training, ongoing guidance, and a supportive community where you can grow your skills, get feedback, and truly master your dog’s behaviour. Join here: The Listen Dog Training Online Club - Listen Dog Training Let’s connect! Follow me on Instagram and TikTok → @‌listendogtraining If you found this episode helpful, I’d be so grateful if you left a review or shared it with a fellow dog lover - it helps the podcast grow and helps more people train with confidence, clarity, and joy!

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  Episode #70

  The Way You Think About Dog Training Is Holding You Back

  Aug 7, 202622 min

  What if the things you think are going wrong in your dog’s training… are actually just part of the process? In this episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest mindset shifts you can make as a dog owner: understanding that progress isn’t a straight line, and that the challenges you experience along the way don’t mean you’re failing. We’ll explore how learning really happens, why dogs don’t simply ‘know’ a behaviour after doing it once, why regression is normal, and how to start thinking like a skilled trainer rather than judging yourself when things don’t go perfectly. This is a mindset-changing episode designed to help you train with more patience, clarity, confidence, and understanding. In this episode, you'll learn: ✨ The difference between introducing a behaviour and building a reliable skill ✨ Why your dog can perform beautifully at home but struggle elsewhere ✨ Why repetition is not boring - it’s how the brain learns ✨ How to use mistakes and setbacks as valuable training information ✨ How to stop seeing regression as failure and start seeing it as feedback ✨ Why comparison can destroy your confidence as a dog owner ✨ How to shift from trying to create a ‘perfect dog’ to building a strong relationship Ready to take this work to the next level? The Listen Dog Training Membership is now OPEN - and this is where we put everything you’ve learned in this episode into action. Inside, you’ll get structured training, ongoing guidance, and a supportive community where you can grow your skills, get feedback, and truly master your dog’s behaviour. Join here: The Listen Dog Training Online Club - Listen Dog Training Let’s connect! Follow me on Instagram and TikTok → @‌listendogtraining If you found this episode helpful, I’d be so grateful if you left a review or shared it with a fellow dog lover - it helps the podcast grow and helps more people train with confidence, clarity, and joy!

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  Episode #69

  The Sensitive Dog: Understanding Fear, Building Confidence & Helping Your Dog Thrive

  Jul 24, 202651 min

  Does your dog seem to find the world a little bit harder than others? Maybe they’re nervous around new people, overwhelmed in busy environments, reactive to dogs, worried by sounds, sensitive to changes at home, or you’ve noticed they seem to just be constantly on alert. If so, this episode is for you. We’re diving deep into the fascinating behavioural science behind sensitive, anxious, and fearful dogs, exploring why some dogs experience the world differently, what’s happening inside their brain and nervous system, and how we can genuinely help them build confidence. This episode will help you understand your dog on a whole new level, giving you the knowledge and practical tools to create a calmer, more confident partnership. In this episode, you'll learn: Why some dogs are naturally more sensitive and how genetics, breed traits, temperament, and early experiences influence behaviour What fear actually is from a neuroscience perspective, and why your dog’s brain prioritises safety over obedience when they feel worried The difference between confidence and resilience - and why we’re not aiming to create ‘fearless’ dogs How your dog’s nervous system responds to stress, uncertainty, and perceived threats Why exposure alone doesn’t create confidence (and how overwhelming experiences can accidentally make fear worse) How puppy development and fear periods influence behaviour The role adolescence plays in sensitivity, emotional regulation, and behaviour changes How to recognise whether your dog is experiencing a temporary challenge or a longer-term pattern How to build confidence through choice, communication, predictable experiences, and relationship-building Why engagement, connection, and giving your dog skills can completely transform how they navigate the world Ready to take this work to the next level? The Listen Dog Training Membership is now OPEN - and this is where we put everything you’ve learned in this episode into action. Inside, you’ll get structured training, ongoing guidance, and a supportive community where you can grow your skills, get feedback, and truly master your dog’s behaviour. Join here: https://listendogtraining.com/online-dog-training-club/ Or check out my self-paced train-at-home Engagement Training Course here ! Let’s connect! Follow me on Instagram and TikTok → @‌listendogtraining If you found this episode helpful, I’d be so grateful if you left a review or shared it with a fellow dog lover - it helps the podcast grow and helps more people train with confidence, clarity, and joy!

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  Episode #68

  Why Every Dog Owner Should Try A Dog Sport (Even If You Never Compete!)

  Jul 10, 202629 min

  Have you ever thought about trying a dog sport… but immediately assumed it wasn’t for you because you don’t want to compete, your dog isn’t ‘that type’ of dog, or you’re not sure where to start? In this episode, we’re completely reframing what dog sports are really about! Because they aren’t just about trophies, competitions, or elite-level training; they’re about creating a shared hobby, building an incredible partnership, strengthening your communication, and giving both you and your dog something exciting to work towards together. We’ll explore why choosing a dog sport can transform your relationship, boost your training skills, improve your dog’s fulfilment, and help you move from simply managing your dog… to truly enjoying life as a team. You will learn: Why having a shared goal with your dog can strengthen your bond and change your whole mindset around training How dog sports help you become a better trainer by developing observation skills, precision, and problem-solving Why progress, challenge, and desirable difficulties are essential for learning (for both humans and dogs!) How dog sports can create confidence, enrichment, and deeper fulfilment for your dog The science behind flow states, mastery, and why training can become such a rewarding hobby A breakdown of popular dog sports including canine freestyle, agility, scentwork, rally obedience, and hoopers - and how to choose the right one for you and your dog 🚀 Ready to take this work to the next level? The Listen Dog Training Membership is now OPEN - and this is where we put everything you’ve learned in this episode into action! Inside, you’ll get structured training, ongoing guidance, and a supportive community where you can grow your skills, get feedback, and truly master your dog’s behaviour. 👉 Join here: The Listen Dog Training Online Club 📱 Let’s connect! Follow me on Instagram and TikTok → @listendogtraining 🎧 If you found this episode helpful, I’d be so grateful if you left a review 🌟 or shared it with a fellow dog lover - it helps the podcast grow and helps more people train with confidence, clarity, and joy!

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  Episode #67

  Future-Proofing Your Dog's Brain: The Science of Keeping Your Dog Mentally Young

  Jun 26, 202632 min

  When we think about keeping our dogs healthy, we often focus on physical exercise, nutrition, and veterinary care. But what about their brain? In this episode of Walk & Talk, we're diving into the fascinating world of canine cognition and exploring what we can do throughout our dogs' lives to support their brain health, build resilience, and help them stay curious, adaptable, and engaged for years to come. You'll learn what cognitive function actually means, how the canine brain changes with age, what cognitive decline can look like, and why training is about so much more than teaching behaviours. From neuroplasticity and confidence-building to body awareness, sniffing, enrichment, sleep, and emotional wellbeing, we'll explore the everyday choices that may help future-proof your dog's brain. In this episode, you'll learn: What cognition actually means and how dogs learn What cognitive decline is and some common signs to be aware of The fascinating science of neuroplasticity and why dogs never stop learning Why training is really brain-building How confidence impacts learning, resilience, and cognitive health The surprising cognitive benefits of body awareness exercises Why sniffing and exploration are so important for the canine brain The connection between movement, exercise, and mental function How sleep supports learning, memory, and brain health Simple, practical ways to support your dog's brain every day How to create a lifestyle that keeps your dog curious, adaptable, and mentally engaged 🚀 Ready to take this work to the next level? The Listen Dog Training Membership is now OPEN - and this is where we put everything you’ve learned in this episode into action! Inside, you’ll get structured training, ongoing guidance, and a supportive community where you can grow your skills, get feedback, and truly master your dog’s behaviour. 👉 Join here: The Listen Dog Training Online Club - Listen Dog Training 📱 Let’s connect! Follow me on Instagram and TikTok → @listendogtraining 🎧 If you found this episode helpful, I’d be so grateful if you left a review 🌟 or shared it with a fellow dog lover - it helps the podcast grow and helps more people train with confidence, clarity, and joy! ✨ Check out these exclusive discounts from our partners... 👉 Get 10% off Tug e Nuff's incredible range of dog toys 👉 20% off Wilson's premium freshly cooked dog food range 👉 30% off your first order of health & wellbeing supplements for your dog from Tuggs

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