The Empathetic Trainer
Barbara O’Brien
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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.
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S4E32 Horses, Trauma & Healing — “Horses Notice What We Hide” with Toni Mattson S4 E32
Send us Fan MailToday 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…
S4E31 It's Not The Spook, It's What Happens Next - Christine Beattie - S4 E31
Send us Fan MailWhat 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…
S4E30 Understanding Dogs in a Human World - Heather Mishefske S4 E 30
Send us Fan MailIn 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……
S4E29 Every Horse is a Soul in a Non Human Body - Gabi Neurohr - S4 E29
Send us Fan MailIn 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…
S4E28 Find a Dog That is Going to Make You Happy - Denise Fenzi - S4 E28
Send us Fan Mail“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…
S4E27 Listening Is Noticing — Amelia Thomas (S4 · E27)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Empathetic Trainer, I talk with Amelia Thomas about what it really means to listen to animals.We’re not talking about techniques or quick fixes. We’re talking…
S3E26 Rachel Windchaser - Remembering Who We are Through Horses S3 E26
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Empathetic Trainer Podcast, Barbara O’Brien talks with Rachel Windchaser, author and equine rewilding coach. Rachel runs Winchaser Ranch in Spain, where she…
S3E25 Jessica Gonzales - Every Horse and Every Person Deserves a Second Chance S3 E25
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Empathetic Trainer podcast, host Barbara O’Brien chats with Jessica Gonzalez, a dedicated horse rescuer and author of Equine Empowerment. They discuss how…
S2E23 Dr. Shelly Appleton - My Horse's Problem was Actually Me - S2 E23
Send us Fan MailBarbara O’Brien talks with horse trainer, coach and author Dr. Shelley Appleton about building trust and confidence between riders and their horses. Shelley shares how things like…
S2E22 Chelsey Bosak - All Of Our Dogs End Up Where They Are Meant to Be - S2 E 22
Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered what it takes to train a service dog that can transform someone's life? In this heartwarming episode, we sit down with Chelsey Bosak from Helping Paws…
S2E21 Chris Lombard - The Power of Patience and Presence in Horse Training - S2 E21
Send us Fan MailHave you ever felt a profound connection to something that completely shifted your life's direction? In this episode of the Empathetic Trainer Podcast, we chat with Chris Lombard, a…
S2E20 Ingrid Henry - What we are Trying to Communicate is Trust - S2 E20
Send us Fan MailIngrid Henry, an equine coach, discusses the importance of trust and consistency in building a strong relationship with horses. Ingrid emphasizes the need for patience and…
S2E19 Grace Olson - There is Something Magical about Horses and Sheep that dissolves your sadness and brings you back into the light S2 E 19
Send us Fan MailExperience the transformative power of animal therapy with our special guest Grace Olson, a dedicated therapist and author from Leeds, West Yorkshire, whose unique practice involves…
S2E18 Kari Bastyr - Your Dog is Not Bad, He is Just Having a Hard Time S2 E18
Send us Fan MailKari Bastier of Wag &Train, is a dog behaviorist and canine nutritionist. She debunks the dominance theory, showing that dogs act out due to stress and anxiety and not a desire to…
S2E17 Julie Smart - What Horses Want - Trust, Communication and Leadership
Send us Fan MailNew Zealand Horse advocate and author, Julie Smart joins Barbara O'Brien in a conversation not just about training, but about retraining ourselves to listen, to watch, and to feel the…
S2E16 Susan Friedland - The True Story of Marguerite Henry and Misty of Chincoteague S2 E16
Send us Fan MailSusan Friedland and I explore the world of Marguerite Henry, a beloved author whose stories have enchanted readers for years. From "Misty of Chincoteague" to "King of the Wind" and so…
S2E15 Laura Carter - What Your Dog Wants is You - S2 E15
Send us Fan MailJoin Barbara O'Brien as she chats with Laura Carter, a dog trainer and author, about the secrets to bonding with your dog, even during indoor downtime or when they're on rest. Laura…
S2E14 Kera Wilhelmsen - You Want Your Dog to Trust You, Right? S2 E14
Send us Fan MailIn this interview, Barbara O'Brien talks with Kara Wilhelmsen from Creature Comforts Pet Services about her approach to animal training. Kera stresses the importance of kindness and…
S2E13 Lockie Phillips - When it comes to Horses, Obedience is Out and Empathy is In - S2 E3
Send us Fan MailLockie Phillips, Founder of Emotional Horsemanship, joins us on our podcast to share his insights on empathy and horses. He tells us how we can reimagine horse training and move…
S2E12 Lynn Acton - Alternatives to Dominance Based Horsemanship - S2 E12
Send us Fan MailTune in to hear Lynn Acton, acclaimed author and horse trainer, share practical tips on how to build trust and connection with your horse. Learn about the basics of earning trust,…
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The Empathetic Trainer has published 32 episodes since August 2023, covering topics in Documentary, Education.
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