Personalities, E-Collars, and Progress: Behind the Scenes of Milo’s Training

Episode Description: In this episode of Confessions of a Dog Trainer, Bethany shares the inspiring story of Milo, a board and train dog whose sweet, sensitive personality made for a unique training journey. Bethany dives into how a dog's personality can drastically impact the pace and feel of their training, especially when introducing tools like the e-collar and prong collar.

She explains:

• Why structure is key and how starting with the right tools changes everything

• How Milo’s sensitive nature helped him quickly respond to training

• The real role of the e-collar and how it creates clarity (not conflict)

• Why comparing your dog’s progress to others is often misleading

• How giving your dog a “job” like place or down can transform their behavior

Whether you're struggling with reactivity, pulling, or just trying to better understand your dog, this episode is packed with real-life examples, encouragement, and practical tips you can start using today.

Mentioned in the Episode:

• E-Collar Starter Guide Episode

• E-Collar Starter Guide Resource

• Go Home Guide Template for Trainers

• Walking Dog Training Website

Connect with Bethany:

• Instagram: @walkingdogtraining