Zen Dog Training
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 touch is essential to helping dogs grow into Zen Dogs.

Recorded: 07-23-25 & 08-16-24
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

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Zen Dog Training
Episode 51: Socialization To People, Places, & Things (Remastered)

Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine revisit E21 and discuss the 1st of the 7 Essential Puppy Lesson.

Socialization to people, places, things and new experiences is essential to helping dogs grow into Zen Dogs. Socialization for dogs and puppies is more than just getting them around other dogs it’s about helping them understand the world is a safe place and deepening the bond with you and your family.

Topics include: The socialization period for puppies, pitfall of using a pee pad for young puppies, socialization is the root of dog domestication.

Socialization tips for helping shy and timid dogs of all ages overcome their fears and phobias.

Recorded: 07-23-25 & 07-24-24
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

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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 stop it!

Recorded: 05-28-25
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

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Zen Dog Training
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, listeners learn that “avoiding isn’t training” and solving dog reactivity requires specialized training and the ability to gently interrupt barking, lunging, and other unwanted behaviors.

Recorded: 05-28-25
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

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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
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

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Zen Dog Training
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's manual will help you better understand how your dog learns and includes lessons to use on puppies and adult dogs alike to turn them into Zen Dogs!

Recorded: 03-25-25
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

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Zen Dog Training
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 act logically.

Zen Dog Training is to truly understand your dog’s different perspective as the foundation for dog training based on compassion and mutual understanding.

Recorded: 03-25-25
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

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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
Studio: Just Curious Media
Partner: Zen Dog Training

Hosts:
Jason Connell
Gordon Fontaine

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