Walkin' & Talkin'
Real-world training tips, straight from the streets.
Come along with me as I analyze everything from body language to bowel movements. These videos are a live play-by-play of what’s happening in front of me: rambling observations, training talk, and the occasional epiphany.
Expect unscripted thoughts, practical tips, and the odd tangent about something only loosely related to dogs. It’s not polished, but it’s real — and hopefully helpful.
Browse Walkin’ & Talkin’:
Expect the Expected: First Beach Day Energy
Ella’s first beach visit after winter came with three squirrels, a 30-foot long line, and a very predictable launch out of the car. A funny little reminder that excitement is part of real-life walks — and management matters because dogs are dogs.
Value & Competing Reinforcers
A real-life moment with Ella working around a major distraction. This clip shows why reinforcing disengagement matters more than trying to compete with what your dog wants.
Reward Placement–Reinforcing the Position I Want
A short walk clip that highlights how reward placement shapes position. Nothing flashy—just consistent reinforcement in motion and how that starts to do the work for you.
Picking Up Takeout on The Patio
Passing another dog on a narrow trail can be stressful — especially when there’s limited space and lots going on in the environment.
Passing Dogs on a Narrow Trail
Passing another dog on a narrow trail can be stressful — especially when there’s limited space and lots going on in the environment.
When Your Dog Gets Scared of… Garbage?
Our dogs run into strange, unexpected things out in the world — and their first response is often uncertainty.
A Walk Full of Check-Ins
Some walks are busy and chaotic — and some are just beautifully informative. On this one, Ella is checking in more than usual, and there’s a reason for it.