Doggy Dojo

Follow Los Angeles-based Certified Dog Trainer Susan Light as she seeks to learn from the industry's best and become worthy of the title: Sensei of the Doggy Dojo!!Susan interviews experts from all over the world about their specialties in the Dog world and shares the conversations with you, the dog lover!

Crate Training with Penny DiLoreto
Apr 22, 2025 – 00:34:13
Vehicle Safety with Lindsey Wolko, Founder of the Center for Pet Safety
Apr 8, 2025 – 00:35:30
Stranger Directed Aggression with Michael Shikashio
Mar 25, 2025 – 00:32:31
Board & Trains: Pros and Cons with Sylvia Wes
Dec 24, 2024 – 00:34:39
Matching the Right Dog to the Right Person
Dec 10, 2024 – 00:35:20
Barking with Renee Rhoades
Nov 26, 2024 – 00:31:40
How to Train Your Dog with Love and Science with Annie Grossman
Nov 12, 2024 – 00:31:28
Pain and Behavior with Gemma Hodson
Oct 29, 2024 – 00:31:08
The Shelter Crisis with Jenna Pellerito
Oct 15, 2024 – 00:38:53
Manage It: Hacks to Improve Your Dog's Behavior with Juliana DeWillems
Oct 1, 2024 – 00:25:50
Do Dogs Feel Guilt? With Dr Lisa Radosta
Nov 7, 2023 – 00:32:35
Canine Body Language with Karishma Warr
Oct 24, 2023 – 00:35:25
Dog Meets Baby with Dominika Knossalla-Pado
Sep 5, 2023 – 00:30:31
Play with Dr Amy Cook
Aug 22, 2023 – 00:29:40
Loose Leash Walking with Sylvia Wes
Aug 8, 2023 – 00:26:22
Predation Substitute Training with Simone Mueller
Jul 25, 2023 – 00:25:25
Behavioral Euthanasia with Sue Alexander
Jul 11, 2023 – 00:31:09
Long Cases with Dr Chris Pachel
Jun 27, 2023 – 00:29:56
Debunking Dominance with Dr Janet Cutler
Jun 13, 2023 – 00:27:08
Puppy Primer with Darcey Kearney
May 30, 2023 – 00:29:12
Animal Actors with Chrissy Joy and the Joy Crew
Oct 4, 2022 – 00:40:25
Adding Another Pet with Erika Austin
Sep 20, 2022 – 00:28:10
Working With a Veterinary Behaviorist with Dr Katrin Jahn
Sep 6, 2022 – 00:35:59
Adolescent Dogs with Sammy J Hyde
Aug 23, 2022 – 00:38:20
Force Free Recall with Holly Boyes
Aug 9, 2022 – 00:31:14
Dog Parks and Daycares: Pros and Cons with Kerry Sheldrick
Jul 26, 2022 – 00:31:35
SMART X 50 with Kathy Sdao
Jul 12, 2022 – 00:31:58
Navigating Social Media with Shalina Seifert
Jun 28, 2022 – 00:33:20
Doodle Grooming Tips with Tara Oster
Jun 14, 2022 – 00:30:22
Leashes and Management Tools, Equipment Part 2 with Renee Rhoades
May 31, 2022 – 00:36:30
Collars and Harnesses, Equipment Part 1 with Renee Rhoades
May 17, 2022 – 00:29:41
Care With Consent with Sara McLoudrey
May 3, 2022 – 00:45:35
Exploring Extinction with Susan Friedman, PhD
Apr 19, 2022 – 00:42:36
How to Choose A Dog Trainer with Zazie Todd, PhD
Apr 5, 2022 – 00:30:10
Sustainable Living With Dogs with Briahna Hendey
Mar 22, 2022 – 00:25:24
Canine Dentistry with Dr Brook Niemiec
Mar 8, 2022 – 00:43:15
Leash Reactivity: Crossover Episode with Jack Russell Parents Podcast
Feb 22, 2022 – 00:25:45
Doggie Body Language with Lili Chin
Feb 8, 2022 – 00:23:56
Diet Selection and Food Safety, Canine Nutrition: Part 2 with Nikki Giovanelli, The Canine Health Nut
Jan 25, 2022 – 00:42:48
Choosing the Right Kibble, Canine Nutrition Part 1: with Nikki Giovanelli, The Canine Health Nut
Jan 11, 2022 – 00:28:17
Advocating For Your Dog with Mandy Boutelle
Dec 28, 2021 – 00:34:31
Methods Matter: The Case Against Aversive with Dr Karen London
Dec 14, 2021 – 00:46:47
Canine Fitness with Sarah Keller of Sit Stay Squat
Nov 30, 2021 – 00:27:10
Choosing A Reputable Breeder with Trish McMillan
Nov 16, 2021 – 00:28:28
When Rescues Refuse with Trish McMillan
Nov 2, 2021 – 00:28:52
Before Your Get Your Dog with Margrit Strohmaier
Jul 27, 2021 – 00:26:33
Megaesophagus with DawnMarie Neet
Jul 13, 2021 – 00:45:46
Non Food Motivated Dogs with Matt Beisner
Jul 6, 2021 – 00:41:32
Stop Unwanted Barking with Becca and Gabe Morales, Special Crossover with Jack Russell Parents
Jun 29, 2021 – 00:34:16
Small Dogs with Mallory Kratimenos
Jun 22, 2021 – 00:49:45

Recent Reviews

drwhitneypsych

Learning so much!

I have learned so much about ways to take care of my dog, engage my dog, understand my dog, and train my dog through this podcast! It’s been huge in helping me feel confident as a doggy mom!
SuznHope

The Doggy Dojo Podcast is Amazing!

This is the most informative dog podcast I’ve ever listened to. The host, Susan, gets the best, most authoritative voices in the industry.
DaleBuch

Great info

This podcast inspired me to start my own. 😃 Thank you!
GL TG

Great podcast!

What a fun podcast! What a knowledgeable trainer!
Sonia Pimento

Love dogs and this podcast

I have two dogs but always feel the need to get another dog right now during the pandemic. It was great to find out more information about fostering on the episode I listened to. Looking forward to listening in on future episodes.
Jerlynn Torres

Yes!

I have been waiting for a podcast to help me understand my furry baby! In walks in Susan with her fun and informative podcasts... thank you so much!
m.lekus

So smart!

Susan is full of great information for the dog mama or dog lover. This really is a must listen.
74eo

Simply the Best!

I love listening to Susan’s podcast! I have 5 dogs, so every little nugget I can take from her is so helpful
katrina elise

Informative!

The first episode of Susan’s podcast did not disappoint! Very interesting and informative (even for people who aren’t dog guardians, such as myself). Looking forward to hear what’s next!
KansasPetMama

A new take on grooming

Enjoyed the interview. I have always been a dog parent and my dogs enjoy grooming. I hadn’t thought about why and was interested to see some things I’ve done intuitively and other tips were new for me. I’m looking forward to more episodes.