He Spent 17 Years Catching Criminals and One Love Story Turned Him Into a Dog Trainer

Have you ever wondered if you're getting dog training advice from someone who truly understands behavior—or someone who's just good at social media? In this powerful conversation, I sit down with dog trainer Josh Taylor to talk about the unexpected journey that took him from a 17-year career investigating organized crime to helping thousands of dogs and their families. Along the way, we dive into what makes a great trainer, why curiosity matters more than certainty, and the difficult conversations many people avoid having about serious behavior cases. In This Episode, You'll Hear: Why understanding the "why" behind behavior is often more important than focusing on the behavior itself. How to identify red flags when searching for a dog trainer and what questions to ask before hiring one. An honest discussion about severe behavior cases, behavioral euthanasia, and why getting help early can make a life-changing difference. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting advice online, struggled to find the right support for your dog, or wondered how experienced trainers approach complex behavior challenges, this episode offers a thoughtful and compassionate perspective. Listen now for a conversation about dog training, reactive dogs, behavior assessment, trust building, social media myths, professional growth, and what it really means to advocate for the dog in front of you. 💛🐾 Free Enrichment Guide: Paws, Brains, and Fun Start here. This free guide introduces simple, low-pressure enrichment ideas to help your dog feel calmer, more fulfilled, and more connected in everyday life. 👉 https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmenrichmentebook Free 15-Minute Clarity Call Feeling stuck or unsure what your dog needs? We’ll talk through what’s going on and find the next step together.👉 https://tinyurl.com/tdwafmbooknow PetMatRx Supplements We Trust Supplements that support gut health and daily wellness. Use code FITZ20 to save. 👉 https://tinyurl.com/PETMATRXtdwafm Email ⁠em@thedogwhoaskedformore.com to get in touch with Em This podcast explores real life with dogs — including dog behavior, reactivity, dog anxiety, and everyday training challenges. It’s for overwhelmed dog parents who want a clearer understanding, practical support, and a stronger bond while navigating daily life with their dogs. Episodes cover canine nutrition, dog body language, dog food and behavior, gut health, enrichment for dogs, routines, and regulation — so life with your dog can feel calmer, more manageable, and more sustainable. Hosted by a dog trainer, canine nutrition coach, and retired vet tech, the show blends training, nutrition, and enrichment to support and bond with sensitive, anxious, and rescue dogs at home and in real life. Affiliate links support the podcast and help fuel the RV dream 💛