A unique dog training podcast sharing a peaceful approach to raising your dog with Zen.
Hosts: Jason Connell, award-winning documentary producer & dog lover & Gordon Fontaine, master dog trainer & founder of Zen Dog Training.
Zen Dog Training
Episode 54: Crate Training (Remastered)
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine revisit E26 and discuss the 4th of the 7 Essential Puppy Lessons in Zen Dog Training. Crate training a.k.a. in…
Zen Dog Training
Episode 53: House Training (Remastered)
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine revisit E24 and discuss the 3rd of the 7 Essential Puppy Lessons in Zen Dog Training. House training is essent…
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Episode 52: Socialization To Touch (Remastered)
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine revisit E23 and discuss the 2nd of the 7 Essential Puppy Lessons in Zen Dog Training. Socialization to…
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Episode 51: Socialization To People, Places, & Things (Remastered)
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine revisit E21 and discuss the 1st of the 7 Essential Puppy Lessons in Zen Dog Trainin…
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Episode 50: Help! My Dog Won’t Stop Barking!
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss one of the biggest issues people have with their dogs, which is uncontrollable barking and how to…
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Episode 49: Reactive Dog Training
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss the hot-button topic of "reactive" dog training and ways to control your dog to avoid problems. In addition,…
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Episode 48: Why NOT Leash Jerk Or Use A Slip Lead
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss why no one should ever do a leash jerk or use a slip lead on their dog.
Recorded: 05-28-25
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Episode 47: The Owner's Manual For Your Dog
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss indisputable dog training lessons that apply to every dog — regardless of age or breed.
This owner…
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Episode 46: Dogs Are Emotional Creatures
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss how dogs are emotional / feeling creatures. Humans are emotional and have the ability to think and ac…
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Episode 45: Why NOT Scruff Your Dog Or Do An ALPHA Roll
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss the harm from scruffing your dog or making them doing an Alpha Roll.
Recorded: 03-25-25
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Episode 44: How To Stop Leash Pulling
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss a how to stop your dog from leash pulling.
Recorded: 01-29-25
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog T…
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Episode 43: Leash Lessons
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss the unique ways that Zen Dog Training teaches leash walking. Learn how to help your dog walk with you without force …
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Episode 42: What To Do About The Zoomies
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss what to do when your dog gets the zoomies!
Recorded: 01-29-25
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Do…
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Episode 41: Solving Play Biting In 48 Hours
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss how quickly play biting can be resolved with Zen Dog Training.
Recorded: 01-07-25
Studio: Just Curio…
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Episode 40: The Zen Dog Training Approach
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss the fundamental approach of Zen Dog Training.
Learn the 3 Steps to Zen Dog Training, the 5 Training O…
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Episode 39: Your Dog Is Not A Machine!
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss that dog training is not easily learned by watching TikTok and YouTube videos.
Your dog is not a machin…
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Episode 38: How To Choose A Dog Walker
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss the best ways to choose the right dog walker for your dog.
Recorded: 12-12-24
Studio: Just Curious Media
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Episode 37: The Truth About Exercise
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss the truth about exercise for your dog and how essential it is for their well-being.
Recorded: 12-12-24
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Episode 36: The Spirit Of Zen Dog Training
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss the very essence and spirit of Zen Dog Training.
Recorded: 12-12-24
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner…
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Episode 35: What's Next For The Zen Dog Training Podcast
Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss what's next for the Zen Dog Training Podcast.
Recorded: 11-05-24
Studio: Just Curious M…