Dog Training Bytes

Ep 27: Dominika Knossalla-Pado (Dog Meets Baby)

Episode 27: Dominika Knossalla-Pado (Dog Meets Baby)
 
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs. 
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Dominika Knossalla-Pado!
Dominika Knossalla-Pado is the founder of Dog Meets Baby and a certified dog trainer (CTC), having graduated with honors from The Academy for Dog Trainers in 2008. With over 15 years of experience working with dogs and their families, she has taught group classes, worked with celebrities, trained shelter dogs, and even substituted as a group dog walker. After becoming a mother, Dominika realized there was a significant gap in quality resources for parents navigating life with dogs and young children, which inspired her to create Dog Meets Baby.
Dog Meets Baby provides online courses to help expecting parents prepare their dogs for a baby’s arrival, as well as specialized classes for parents and caregivers of children aged 4 to 48 months. The company also offers private consultations and a wealth of free resources, including checklists, handouts, blogs, and a weekly newsletter. Their most popular free resource is the Dog Meets Baby Preparation Checklist, which has helped countless families smoothly introduce their dogs to a new baby.
Dominika’s expertise has earned her recognition across national media, podcasts, conferences, and written publications. She has been featured on Good Morning America and invited to speak at leading online conferences such as the Transforming Toddlerhood Conference and Your Puppy Blueprint Summit. Additionally, her insights have been shared on numerous podcasts, including HERself Podcast, Momwell, and The Dog Moms Podcast.
Through Dog Meets Baby, Dominika is committed to helping families foster safe, positive relationships between their dogs and young children, ensuring harmony and well-being for all.
You can connect with Dominika on Instagram, through her website, and multiple other platforms listed below:
Youtube Channel 
Facebook Page 
Pinterest 
Dog Training Bytes was created, produced, and edited by Mattison Simpson. You can connect with Mattison on Instagram at @DogTrainingBytes and @FreedbyTraining. For information on guests and resources for help with your dog or your dog training education, visit www.dogtrainingbytes.stream. Visual design by Mattison Simpson and music by Alexi Action.
 
Looking for more? Listen to my other show, unPACKed – a clinical dog training podcast co-hosted by Sailor Jerri the dog trainer.

Ep 26: Sharon Vincuilla (Holistic Dog Expert) Part 2

Episode 26: Sharon Vincuilla (Holistic Dog Expert) Part 2
 
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs. 
On today’s episode, you’ll hear the rest of Mattison’s conversation with Sharon Vincuilla! 
 
Sharon Vincuilla is the founder of Human Canine Collaborative, where she combines her expertise as a licensed Occupational Therapist, Co-Regulation Coach, and Dog Behavior Consultant to create transformative support for neurodivergent individuals and their canine companions. Sharon holds a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy, with advanced clinical training in community-based mental health, and is licensed to practice in California. During her OT residency, she developed specialized services aimed at helping adults with trauma histories and serious mental health challenges reintegrate into their communities through personalized and group therapy programs.
With over 16 years of experience as a certified dog trainer and behavior consultant, Sharon has dedicated her career to improving public safety and enhancing the human-canine bond, particularly for dogs with anxiety, reactivity, and aggression. Her work includes extensive experience in dog bite prevention and behavioral rehabilitation, bringing a compassionate, science-backed approach to each unique dog and handler.
You can connect with Sharon on Instagram and through her website.
Dog Training Bytes was created, produced, and edited by Mattison Simpson. You can connect with Mattison on Instagram at @DogTrainingBytes and @FreedbyTraining. For information on guests and resources for help with your dog or your dog training education, visit www.dogtrainingbytes.stream. Visual design by Mattison Simpson and music by Alexi Action.
 
Looking for more? Listen to my other show, unPACKed – a clinical dog training podcast co-hosted by Sailor Jerri the dog trainer.
 

Ep 25: Sharon Vincuilla (Holistic Dog Expert) Part 1

Episode 25: Sharon Vincuilla (Holistic Dog Expert) Part 1
 
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs. 
On today’s episode, on the Season 3 Premier, Mattison is speaking with Sharon Vincuilla! 
 
Sharon Vincuilla is the founder of Human Canine Collaborative, where she combines her expertise as a licensed Occupational Therapist, Co-Regulation Coach, and Dog Behavior Consultant to create transformative support for neurodivergent individuals and their canine companions. Sharon holds a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy, with advanced clinical training in community-based mental health, and is licensed to practice in California. During her OT residency, she developed specialized services aimed at helping adults with trauma histories and serious mental health challenges reintegrate into their communities through personalized and group therapy programs.
With over 16 years of experience as a certified dog trainer and behavior consultant, Sharon has dedicated her career to improving public safety and enhancing the human-canine bond, particularly for dogs with anxiety, reactivity, and aggression. Her work includes extensive experience in dog bite prevention and behavioral rehabilitation, bringing a compassionate, science-backed approach to each unique dog and handler.
Come back in 2 weeks to hear the rest of Sharon’s story and Emerson’s behavioral training journey.
You can connect with Sharon on Instagram and through her website.
Dog Training Bytes was created, produced, and edited by Mattison Simpson. You can connect with Mattison on Instagram at @DogTrainingBytes and @FreedbyTraining. For information on guests and resources for help with your dog or your dog training education, visit www.dogtrainingbytes.stream. Visual design by Mattison Simpson and music by Alexi Action.
 
Looking for more? Listen to my other show, unPACKed – a clinical dog training podcast co-hosted by Sailor Jerri the dog trainer.

Ep 24: Denise Fenzi (Fenzi Dog Sports Academy)

Episode 24: Denise Fenzi (Fenzi Dog Sports Academy)
 
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs. 
On today’s episode, on the Season 2 Finale, Mattison is speaking with Denise Fenzi!
 
Denise Fenzi (she/her) has titled dogs in obedience (AKC and UKC), tracking (AKC and schutzhund), schutzhund (USA), herding (AKC), conformation (AKC), and agility (AKC). She has two AKC obedience champions, perfect scores in both schutzhund and Mondio ringsport obedience and IGP tracking, and is well known for her flashy and precise obedience work.
 
While a successful competitor, Denise's real passion lies in training dogs and solving the problems that her own dogs and her students' dogs present. She is a recognized expert in developing drive, motivation, and focus in competition dogs, and is known internationally as an engaging speaker and an expert in no-force training for sport dogs. She has consistently demonstrated the ability to train and compete with dogs using motivational methods in sports where compulsion is the norm.
 
In addition to training and speaking, Denise is a prolific writer.   She is active on Facebook and Instagram; follow her there to learn more about her range of interests in addition to dog training. Denise and Deb Jones have recently finished a four book series, "Dog Sports Skills," which has received widespread acclaim in the dog sports community.  In addition, she has written additional books on her own, including "Train the Dog in Front of You," "Beyond the Back Yard; Train Your Dog to Listen Anytime, Anywhere!" and, for the younger audience, "Blogger Dog, Brito!"  Several of these books have won Maxwell awards for Best Training and Behavior Book from the Dog Writers of America.
 
Denise thoughtfully and persistently works to break down the barriers that prevent people from obtaining a truly interactive and mutually enjoyable sport relationship with their dogs.  Fenzi Academy is the culmination of her efforts as a forward step in providing progressive information to any trainer who wishes to advance their education.
You can connect with Denise on Instagram and through her website.
Dog Training Bytes was created, produced, and edited by Mattison Simpson. You can connect with Mattison on Instagram at @DogTrainingBytes and @FreedbyTraining. For information on guests and resources for help with your dog or your dog training education, visit www.dogtrainingbytes.stream. Visual design by Mattison Simpson and music by Alexi Action.
Looking for more? Listen to my other show, unPACKed – a clinical dog training podcast co-hosted by Sailor Jerri the dog trainer.

Ep 23: Ashley Cipolletti (Co-Regulated K-9s)

Episode 23: Ashley Cipolletti (Co-Regulated K-9s)
 
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs. 
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Ashley Cipolletti!
 
From Ashley:
 
I’ve worked in the mental health industry for over a decade prior to starting Co-Regulated K-9s, a company that prioritizes the mental health of both human and canine. I’ve also trained animals for over 15 years, starting with horses, cats and dogs. I’m passionate about learning and am currently researching the co-evolution of humans and dogs as a part of my Masters project. 
 
Outside of training I prioritize my own health and fitness and have experienced first hand how the body can heal itself from chronic illness and pain with proper nutrition and lifestyle changes. 
 
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You can connect with Ashley on Instagram and through her website.
Dog Training Bytes was created, produced, and edited by Mattison Simpson. You can connect with Mattison on Instagram at @DogTrainingBytes and @FreedbyTraining. For information on guests and resources for help with your dog or your dog training education, visit www.dogtrainingbytes.stream. Visual design by Mattison Simpson and music by Alexi Action.
 
Looking for more? Listen to my other show, unPACKed – a clinical dog training podcast co-hosted by Sailor Jerri the dog trainer.

Ep 22: Vanessa Ward (The Pet Behaviorist)

Episode 22: Vanessa Ward (The Pet Behaviorist)
 
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs. 
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Vanessa Ward!
 
From Vanessa:
I'm Vanessa - The Pet Behaviourist, I'm a qualified dog, cat and rabbit behavioural practitioner. I specialise in calm dogs, cat toileting and rabbit welfare! My aim is for people to live in harmony with their pets.
 
I studied Zoology at the University of Aberdeen where I picked all the Ethology courses I could. I'll never forget a 2 hour lecture on Cod... Later, I studied Companion Animal Behaviour and Welfare for my PGCert with the University of Odisee. Here I was taught by some wonderful scientific minds and practitioners in our field, I read 100s of scientific papers, did more written and practical exams then I want to remember and used up too many highlighters in my textbooks 🤣 
 
I'm on TikTok, Facebook and Instagram. 
 
I run classes, training 1:1s, full behavioural consultations and online and in person courses for a number of common behaviour problems.
 
You can connect with Vanessa on Instagram and through her website.
Dog Training Bytes was created, produced, and edited by Mattison Simpson. You can connect with Mattison on Instagram at @DogTrainingBytes and @FreedbyTraining. For information on guests and resources for help with your dog or your dog training education, visit www.dogtrainingbytes.stream. Visual design by Mattison Simpson and music by Alexi Action.
 
Looking for more? Listen to my other show, unPACKed – a clinical dog training podcast co-hosted by Sailor Jerri the dog trainer.

Ep 21: Toby Craze (Craze Dog Training)

Episode 21: Toby Craze (Craze Dog Training)
 
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs. 
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Toby Craze!
 
From Toby:
Originally from Cornwall in the UK, I started my career with dogs after moving back home from Thailand where I was working with rescued elephants and village dogs. I started my career in rescue where we specialised in the rescue and rehabilitation of Romanian street dogs, I started as the Adoptions Coordinator and grew in my role to become also the Head Trainer and Manager. I went solo this year, and I launched my own dog training and behaviour business, Craze Dog Training, where I work with people and their dogs online worldwide and in person in the UK. I specialise in dogs from overseas and all that comes with them, with a particular emphasis on reactivity.
 
You can connect with Toby on Instagram and through his website.
Dog Training Bytes was created, produced, and edited by Mattison Simpson. You can connect with Mattison on Instagram at @DogTrainingBytes and @FreedbyTraining. For information on guests and resources for help with your dog or your dog training education, visit www.dogtrainingbytes.stream. Visual design by Mattison Simpson and music by Alexi Action.
 
Looking for more? Listen to my other show, unPACKed – a clinical dog training podcast co-hosted by Sailor Jerri the dog trainer.

Ep 20: Edyta Daniel (Eddy the Dog Trainer)

Episode 20: Edyta Daniel (Eddy the Dog Trainer)
 
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs. 
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Eddy Daniel!
 
From Eddy:
 
I got into dog training because of my own dog! I studied with the VSA and then continued to expand my education with Mike Shikashio’s Aggression in Dogs Mastercourse, and Grisha Stewart’s Academy. 
 
I work with pet dog owners in person and online on anything from puppy training to behavioural issues such as reactivity. I look at the whole picture and the dog’s life to come up with behaviour modification and training plans. I love helping dog owners gain confidence with their dogs and fall back in love with them as I know how tricky that relationship can be with a dog that struggles fitting into our world. My favourite area is working on building dog’s confidence which often is the cause of so many behavioural issues.
You can connect with Eddy on Instagram, facebook, and through her website.
Dog Training Bytes was created, produced, and edited by Mattison Simpson. You can connect with Mattison on Instagram at @DogTrainingBytes and @FreedbyTraining. For information on guests and resources for help with your dog or your dog training education, visit www.dogtrainingbytes.stream. Visual design by Mattison Simpson and music by Alexi Action.
Looking for more? Listen to my other show, unPACKed – a clinical dog training podcast co-hosted by Sailor Jerri the dog trainer.

Ep 19: Bryndon Golya (OC Canine Coaching)

Episode 19: Bryndon Golya (OC Canine Coaching)
 
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs. 
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Bryndon Golya!
 
Bryndon is a seasoned dog trainer with 15 years of experience, offering private, in-person, and online training services. Based in Costa Mesa, California, he specializes in reward-based training methods, focusing on helping dogs navigate human environments. His expertise lies in addressing challenging behavior cases, including fear, anxiety, and aggression, ensuring a compassionate and effective approach for both dogs and their guardians.
 
You can connect with Bryndon on Instagram and on his website.
Dog Training Bytes was created, produced, and edited by Mattison Simpson. You can connect with Mattison on Instagram at @DogTrainingBytes and @FreedbyTraining. For information on guests and resources for help with your dog or your dog training education, visit www.dogtrainingbytes.stream. Visual design by Mattison Simpson and music by Alexi Action.
 
Looking for more? Listen to my other show, unPACKed – a clinical dog training podcast co-hosted by Sailor Jerri the dog trainer.
 

Ep 18: Matt Beisner (The Zen Dog)

Episode 18: Matt Beisner (The Zen Dog)
 
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs. 
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Matt Beisner!
 
Matt is a world renowned certified professional dog trainer who specializes in common, confusing, reactive and aggressive behaviors, and you may have seen him on his show Dog: Impossible on Disney+. Matt’s humane approach is guided by evidence-based positive reinforcement.  His programs create a safe space for anyone who wants to understand their dog’s behavior and is looking for a healthy opportunity for change.
 
You can connect with Matt on Instagram and through his website.
Dog Training Bytes was created, produced, and edited by Mattison Simpson. You can connect with Mattison on Instagram at @DogTrainingBytes and @FreedbyTraining. For information on guests and resources for help with your dog or your dog training education, visit www.dogtrainingbytes.stream. Visual design by Mattison Simpson and music by Alexi Action.
 
Looking for more? Listen to my other show, unPACKed – a clinical dog training podcast co-hosted by Sailor Jerri the dog trainer.