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Training Without Conflict® | Dog Training Podcast

Training Without Conflict®
Dog Training
IGP
Dog Behavior
Force-Free Training
Positive Reinforcement
Behavior Modification
Animal Welfare
Mental Health
Training Methods
Aversive Training Methods
German Shepherd Dog
Malinois
Pharmaceuticals
Animal Behavior
Electric Collars
Pedigree
Dog Training Regulation
Service Dogs
Canine Behavior
Competitions

Training Without Conflict® is a dog training podcast hosted by Ivan Balabanov. With 40+ years of experience training and breeding working dogs, Ivan shares practical insights on dog behavior, obedience, aggression, reactivity, fear, motivation, drive, and real-world training results. Episodes include deep conversations with respected guests and clear explanations for dog owners and professional tr... more

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In this episode, I sit down with Danish trainer Lars Lentz. Lars and I go back to the early 90’s of international IGP competition. We both competed at the same World Championships in the early 1990s. We knew of each other, but despite crossing paths ... more

In this episode, Chad Hunter, Karly, and I discuss one of the most remarkable achievements in French Ring history.

Just weeks ago, Karly and Chad travelled to France and competed against the best teams in the sport. When the competition was over, sh... more

If you're serious about tracking, this podcast is for you.

Today I'm joined by Aivo Oblikas, a long-time student of tracking, respected judge, and someone who has spent decades analyzing what makes dogs successful on the track. Aivo has judged at th... more

Behind every World Champion title there is a story people never see.

The sleepless nights. The pressure. The doubts. The sacrifices. The moments where you wonder if all of it is worth it.

Today Natalia joins me after becoming FMBB IGP World Champio... more

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Recent Guests

Chad Hunter
Top-level competitor and decoy in French Ring
Maestro's kennel / US French Ring circle
Episode: Episode 76: Karly Brandimarte & Chad Hunter
Karly Elizabeth
Top American French Ring competitor and breeder
Maestro's kennel
Episode: Episode 76: Karly Brandimarte & Chad Hunter
Aivo Oblikas
Extremely passionate about IGP and the tracking phase; world-class competitor and trainer referenced throughout
Episode: Episode 75: Aivo Oblikas
Natalia Balabanov
FMBB World Champion, trainer of Glinda
Episode: Episode 74: FMBB World Champion Natalia Balabanov
Pierre Wahlstrom
Experienced dog trainer, breeder of German Shepherds, and judge in dog competitions
Swedish Armed Forces
Episode: Episode 73: Pierre Wahlstrom
Daisy Peel
Accomplished agility competitor and trainer, member of the AKC World Championship Team.
Episode: Episode 71: Daisy Peel
Dr. Ana Catarina Vieira de Castro
Biologist with a PhD in experimental psychology, focused on animal learning and behavior, and a dog trainer
Independent researcher/consultant in dog training
Episode: Episode 70: Dr. Ana Catarina Viera De Castro
Dr. Melanie Uhde
Dog trainer and researcher focused on behavior and training methodologies.
Episode: Episode 69: Dr. Melanie Uhde
Clemente Grosso
A top judge and expert in IGP who has shaped its vision in Europe.
FCI Working Dog Commission
Episode: Episode 67: Clemente Grosso

Host

Ivan Balabanov
Host focused on practical dog training, behavior, and welfare, with a long career in training and breeding working dogs.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 301 ratings
  • Thanks Ivan

    Great listening, clear passion for dogs that opens your eyes to the world of dogs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bee-foreverastudent
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Wonderful!

    Love this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oakland928
    United States2 years ago
  • Heart, Spirit & Mind

    Ivan has it all when it comes to his understanding of dogs. Truly one of a kind & I appreciate his work & passion to contribute to the division within dog training. He is an expert & has my upmost respect. Can’t believe I listen to his 3 hour episodes, but I do! 🤓🤭

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carolyn KS
    United States3 years ago
  • Please let your interviewees speak!!

    He’s got some really great guests but he insists on instead of asking questions, giving great long sermons and then the interviewee has little space to answer. I find his own opinions fairly uninteresting so it’s a shame he doesn’t give his interviewees more time. Have stopped listening for this reason, it’s too boring fast forwarding all Ivan’s long opinion pieces.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    yogaLondongirl
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Life changing

    These conversations have helped me better understand my dog, our relationship and how to train together. Thank you for inspiring us and for challenging what we took for granted in dog training.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Faflisse
    France3 years ago

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The host occasionally dominates the conversation, which some listeners find frustrating.
High-quality, research-informed insights that help listeners train more effectively.
Thoughtful, science-backed discussions that challenge common myths in the field.
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Guests bring real-world experience, deepening the value for practitioners.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 75: Aivo Oblikas
Q: How do you handle the balance between freedom for the dog and structure in training to avoid turning tracking into a forced obedience exercise?
I introduce tracking from an early age with left-to-right cues but always reward the dog for tracking with purpose and focus rather than just following commands. If I see the dog relying too much on cues, I adjust the training to emphasize intrinsic motivation to track and correct state of mind, so the dog tracks because it wants to, not because it's trained to perform a fixed pattern.
Episode 75: Aivo Oblikas
Q: Can you describe the dominant approach to tracking and why you diverge from the traditional obedience-centric method?
I advocate treating tracking as a dynamic, real-world activity where the dog uses the nose in natural conditions, not as a sequence of obedience cues. The dog should push through distractions, uneven surfaces, and stress, with training focused on attitude and self-confidence rather than rote left-right commands. This builds resilience so the dog can track under diverse environments and pressures, which is essential for true competition success.
Episode 74: FMBB World Champion Natalia Balabanov
Q: How do you manage nerves and stay so calm on the field?
Ivan explains that he experiences butterflies but stays focused, and Natalia emphasizes a deep, practiced routine and full immersion in the moment, blocking out noise.
Episode 74: FMBB World Champion Natalia Balabanov
Q: What did you think when you realized that you actually won the championship and that you are a world champion?
Natalia describes the moment as emotional and overwhelming, realizing they had achieved a lifelong goal after waiting through the entire finals, with tears and celebration coming from the whole team.
Episode Fifty-Seven: Johan Weckhuyzen
Q: Do you have any preference, male or female? Do you find any interesting differences or no?
I don't have really preference, because we see we have good results.

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1. Chad Hunter
2. Karly Elizabeth
3. Aivo Oblikas
4. Natalia Balabanov
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6. Daisy Peel
7. Dr. Ana Catarina Vieira de Castro
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