
Barking Up the Right Tree: Top Dog Training Questions Answered
In this episode of Dog Works Radio, host Michele Forto delves into

Answering Your Top Dog Training Questions
In this episode of Dog Works Radio, host Michelle Forto address common

Clever Canines: Unveiling the Top 10 Most Intelligent Dog Breeds
Hello and welcome to Dog Works Radio. I am your host Michele Forto,

The Journey of Dog Works Radio: Milestones and Achievements
This episode of Dog Works Radio celebrates its 16th anniversary, reflecting on

Do Therapy Dogs Like Their Jobs?
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses a topic that has come

How to Stay Motivated in Your Dog’s Training
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses how to stay motivated in

January is National Train Your Dog Month
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses why January is National Train

A Dog’s New Year’s Resolutions
Join host Michele Forto to do something fun to kick off the

Do you have the post-holiday dog training blues?
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses why you might have the

Start Training Your Christmas Puppy Now!
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses what right now is the

Don’t Buy a Puppy as a Christmas Gift
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses what you should not give

Spending Money on Dog Training
In this episode of Dog Works Radio, hosts Michelle and Robert Forto

Health and Safety Concerns for Your Dog When Boarding and Training
In this episode of Dog Works Radio, hosts Robert and Michelle Forto

The Most Effective Ways to Get an Obedient Dog
Join host Michele Forto as she disacusses The Most Effective Ways to

Understanding the Requirements of a Service Dog
On today’s podcast, host, Michele Forto is diving deep into the requirements

Five Mistakes You Make in Your Dog Training
Join host Michele Forto as she dicusses the five mistakes you are

Bonding and Long Walks with Your K9 Buddy
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses how you can bond with

3 Reasons Why Your Husband Won’t Like Our Dog Training Services
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses 3 Reasons Why Your Husband

Official State Dogs
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses Offical State Dogs on Dog

The Day in the Life of a Disaster Relief Dog
Join Michele Forto as she discusses the day in the life of

Help! My Dog is Reactive
Join host Michele Forto, the lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works, as

26 Facts About Dogs That are False: Part 2
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses how the process of separating

Financial Planning for Pet Parents
In this episode of Dog Works Radio, host Michele Forto discuss the

Stress and Your Dog
Join host Michele Forto, the lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works, as

Back to School and Preparing Your Dog
Join host Michele Forto, the lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works, as

8 Tips for Traveling with a Service Dog
Travel season is underway, and those traveling with a service dog should

Hiking Etiquette and Rules for Dogs
In this episode of Dog Works Radio, the hosts discuss tips and

Can I Take My Service Dog to Work: Lifeguard?
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses where you can bring service

Interview with Steve Cady of Mendota Pet
Join host Robert Forto as he sits down with the owner of

6 Dog Related Topics That Will Always Create Controversy
Dog training should not be controversial. I get it, we are working

The Real Reason Why You Cannot Pet Service Dogs
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses the real reasons why you

4 Steps in the Dog Training Process
Join host Michele Forto, the lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works as

Dog Smart with Jennifer Holland
Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes best selling author, Jennifer Holland

Northeast K9 Conditioning w/Dr. Erica Boling
Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes Dr. Erica Boling, PhD. to

Updates and Information for Dog Enthusiasts Regarding the CDC’s New Dog Import Rule
The American Kennel Club Government Relations (AKC GR) staff have met with

Destiny Lytle
Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes Alaskan dog trainer, Destiny Lytle

Why Doesn’t Your Dog Come When Called?
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses why dog’s don’t come when

The Biggest Problem in Dog Training is Consistency
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses the biggest problem she sees

How to Choose the Perfect Dog Trainer
Hello and welcome to Dog Works Radio. I am your host Michele

12 Compelling Benefits of Professional Dog Training
Join host Michele Forto on Dog Works Radio as she discusses the

Why Dogs Run Away
Join host Michele Forto on Dog Works Radio as she discusses why

Barking Up the Right Tree: Understanding and Managing Your Dog’s Vocalizations
Join host Michele Forto as she disucces why your dog barks and

The First 48: What to Do in Your Dog’s First Two Days at Home
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses the first 48 hours of

Can Dogs Predict Earthquakes?
ing in Alaska we get a lot of earthquakes. In fact, Alaska

How to Break a Sweat with Your Dog
Join host Michele Forto as she talks about how to break a

Ak Mountain Dog w/Kevin Thompson
Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes Kevin Thompson, the founder of

6 Proven Tips to Overcome the Puppy Blues
Welcoming a furry friend into your home is an exciting and rewarding

Why Does My Dog Howl to Music?
Have you ever cranked up the radio during your favorite song or

The Most Popular Dog Breeds of 2023
Michele Forto discusses the Most Popular Dog Breeds for 2023 on Dog

Would you use a drone to walk your dog?
Last week on the podcast we talked about how people are using

Dogs and Drones
The distressing reality of lost dogs remains a pressing concern for pet

Continental Kennel Club Founder, Mike Roy
Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes the founder of the Continental

Christmas Puppies in February: Teaching Good Behavior Before It’s Too Late
It is now late February and if you are like most new

8 Must-Knows for Winter Camping & Hiking with Your Dog
On today’s podcast we are talking about 8 Must-Knows for Winter Camping

Creativity and Critical Timing are key to Puppy Socialization
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses how Creativity and Critical Timing

Post-Christmas Puppy Training
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses Post-Christmas Puppy Training on Dog

Pet Transport w/Amy Rosling
Join host Robert Forto of Alaska Dog Works as he welcomes Amy

12 Dog Training Hacks to Make Life Easier
No one ever said that getting a dog was easy. Or if

Why Dog Training Franchise Trainers Might be a Bad Idea for Dog Owners
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses why dog training franchise trainers

January is National Train Your Dog Month
Join hosts Robert and Michele Forto as they how January is National

Tips to Help Your Pet Get Back into Routine After the Holidays or Travel
Join host Michele Forto as she gives your tips to help your

Setting Dog Training Goals for the New Year
Join host Michele Forto as she talks about seytting new training goals

You Got a Christmas Puppy. Now What?
It’s Christmas morning and you walk up to your Christmas tree with

Plants that Are Poisonous to Dogs
It’s important to protect your pet from plants that are poisonous to

A Puppy for Christmas? Some Points to Consider
Join hosts Robert and Michele Forto as they discuss the pros and

Right to Mush State, Title 24 and Mushing Kennel Licenses
Join hosts Robert and Michele Forto as they discuss the Right to

Preparing Your Dog in Case of a House Fire
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses a very important topic: Preparing

The Latest on the Canine Respiratory Disease
Join host and lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works, Michele Forto, as

How to Make Your Thanksgiving Holiday Stress-Free and Safe for Your Pup
Join host Michele Forto, the lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works, as

The Joy of Playing with Your Dog w/Marc Goldberg
Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes dog trainer and author Marc

Flying with a large dog w/Lynda Barber-Wiltse
Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes dog enthusiast and frequent flyer,

How to Socialize a Reactive Dog
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses how to socialize a reactive

How You May Accidentally Be Encouraging Bad Behavior with Reinforcement
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses How You May Accidentally Be

Military Working Dogs in Alaska
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses the fascinating history of military

When Dog Training Falls Apart
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses what you should do when

Setting a Schedule and Developing a Routine for Your New Puppy
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses developing a good routine and

Understanding Dog Anxiety and Building Confidence
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses how dog owners can better

Unleashing Responsible Dog Ownership with AKC Canine Good Citizen
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses the American Kennel Cub’s Canine

Puppy Parenting 101: Navigating the AKC STAR Program and Beyond
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses the American Kennel Cub’s STAR

Disposable Heroes?
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses Disposable Heroes on Dog Works

Fake Service Dogs are Everywhere!
Join hosts Robert Forto and Michele Forto as they discuss the proliferation

First Responder Therapy Dogs
Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes Heidi Carman and Tracy Ryan

Dr. Vanessa Serratore
Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes Dr. Vanessa Serratore to speak

Understanding How Your Dog Learns
]Join host Michele Forto as she discusses understanding how your dog learns

Caring for your dog in the summer
Join host Michele Forto, the lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works. Your

Impulse Control and Training Games for Dogs
Join host Michele Forto, the lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works. Did you

Keeping Your Dog’s Attention
Join host Michele Forto, the lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works. Did

Fitness for Dog Training | Mark Connolly
Join host Robert Forto as he speaks to Mark Connolly about fitness

Jared Easley
Join host Robert Forto as he speaks to Jared Easley about shelter

Museum of the Dog
Join host Robert Forto as he sits down with the American Kennel

What is Counter Conditioning in Dog Training?
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses what counter conditioning and desensitization

That Dog on TV Might Not be Right for Your Family
Join host Michele Forto, the lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works, as

What are dog hiking groups?
Well… summer is supposed to be in full swing. I don’t know

Summer Activities with Your Dog
It is coming up on Memorial Day and the official kick-off of

Marc Goldberg
Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes dog trainer and author Marc

Brittany North
Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes dog trainer and podcaster Brittany

10 Ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day with Your Dog
Join host Michele Forto, the lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works, as

12 Secrets Your Dog Knows About You
Did you know that your dog knows your secrets? That’s right; your

13 Puppy Training Mistakes
Join host Michele Forto as she discusses 13 Puppy Training Mistakes on

9 Etiquette Rules Every Dog Owner Needs to Memorize
Join host Michele Forto, the lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works as
Dog Works Radio, our flagship program, started in January 2009 in Denver, Colorado as a way to share our knowledge with the dog owners in the Denver Metro area. We began by hosting at lot of festivals and events such as the Denver Dumb Friends League Furry Scurry, the Lucky Mutt Strut, the Goose Chase, Parker Barker Days and more.
Within a month or two our show stared to catch on and Robert soon brought on his wife, Michele as a permanent co-host of the show. The pair bring a unique style to the program which is rarely seen in a Internet Radio program of this type.
Over the last couple years, Dog Works Radio has interviewed guests from all over the world as well as best selling authors, award winning filmmakers and even a dog that was running for mayor!
Each quarter Dog Works Radio hosts the Petlitzer Prize Writing Contest and encourages our fans to submit pet related poetry, short stories and other writings. The winners’ submission will be read on the show and will receive a very handsome major award.
If you have show ideas or know someone who would like to be a guest please emil us at live@dogworksradio.com anytime.
October 5, 2014: Joanne Sundell
July 1, 2014: K9 Fit Club
June 25, 2014: Rob Gutro, Pets and the Afterlife
December 21, 2013: Breck the Floppy Eared Husky
August 3, 2013: Scott MacConachie
June 2013
June 2, 2013: Charmaine Hammond
February 2013
February 22: Georgia Jailhouse Dogs
February 17: Critter Zone
February 16: Lt. Colonel Kevin Hanrahan (Military Dogs)
December 2012
December 6: Canine Trainer, Leah Morse
November 2012
Dead North
October 2012
October 31: House of Ghosts writer/director and actress Sid Korpi
October 30: Petlitzer Prize Round 7
October 23, 2012: Filmmaker Ken Kragen
May 2012
June 10, 2012: An Act of Dog
June 9, 2012: Petltizer Prize Round 6
March 2012
March 25, 2012: A Dog’s Purpose
February 2012
February 26, 2012: Doodie Pack
February 5, 2012: Five Sibes with Dorothy Wills-Raftery
January 2012
January 15, 2012: Malamute Man
January 22, 2012: Dog Sports in Alaska
January 29, 2012: Susan Bulanda