The Empathetic Trainer
Welcome to ”The Empathetic Trainer,” the podcast that explores the power of empathetic animal training
Animals just want to be heard. This is an emerging trend among trainers, veterinarians, pet professionals and animal lovers just like yourself. Join us as we learn the challenges our guests faced, as they grew their understanding and connection with the animals in their lives.
The Empathetic Trainer
Latest Episodes
Horses, Trauma & Healing — “Horses Notice What We Hide” with Toni Mattson S4 E32
Today I’m talking with Toni Mattson of Trinity Equestrian Center in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.Toni and her team work with horses alongside veterans, first responders, youth, and individuals facing trauma, PTSD, dementia, and other life chall...
It's Not The Spook, It's What Happens Next - Christine Beattie - S4 E31
What happens after the horse reacts?In this conversation, I talk with carriage driving trainer Christine Beattie about how driving changes the way we communicate with a horse — and why it can have such a big impact on the relationship.
Understanding Dogs in a Human World - Heather Mishefske S4 E 30
In this episode of The Empathetic Trainer, I talk with Heather Mishefske of Embark Dog Training School.I’ve spent my whole life with herding dogs. Then I got an Australian Terrier… and realized pretty quickly that my usual way of doing t...
Every Horse is a Soul in a Non Human Body - Gabi Neurohr - S4 E29
In this episode of The Empathetic Trainer Podcast, I talk with horsewoman and educator Gabi Neurohr about building trust with horses, understanding horse behavior, and creating a true partnership between horse and human.From the moment ...
Find a Dog That is Going to Make You Happy - Denise Fenzi - S4 E28
“Find a dog that’s going to make you happy.” I sit down with Denise Fenzi to talk about choosing the right dog for your real life — not the one you think you should want. We talk about fit, expectations, training, and working ...
