
Kaizen By Doggie Dojo
Welcome to the Doggie Dojo Podcast! In this inspiring first episode, host Trevor Smith introduces a powerful philosophy to transform your relationship with your dog: Kaizen — the Japanese art of continuous, intentional improvement.
You'll explore the three pillars that shape your journey as a trainer and partner:
- 🧠 Mind – clarity, communication, and curiosity
- 🏋️♂️ Body – fitness, physical cues, and movement
- 💓 Heart – emotional connection, trust, and presence
Podcasting since 2025 • 6 episodes
Kaizen By Doggie Dojo
Latest Episodes
Stop Comparing, Start Connecting: Reclaim Joy in Dog Training | Kaizen Ep. 6
Join Trevor Smith on this episode of Kaizen by Doggie Dojo as he discusses how comparisons can hinder the joy in our dog training journeys. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned professional, comparing your dog to others can lead to fear and fr...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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12:49

Train When You Don’t Feel Like It: Motivation for You & Your Dog | Ep. 5
In Episode 5 of the Kaizen Doggie Dojo Podcast, Trevor Smith tackles one of the biggest challenges in dog training: staying motivated—for both you and your pup.Whether you’re stuck on the couch, overwhelmed by life, or your...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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9:00

Lead with Heart: How Trust and Joy Transform Dog Training | Ep. 4
In Episode 4 of the Kaizen Doggie Dojo Podcast, Trevor Smith dives into the final and most powerful pillar of dog training — The Heart ❤️.Technical skills and consistency matter, but true transformation happens when you bui...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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12:26

Move with Purpose: Mastering Body Communication in Dog Training
In Episode 3 of the Kaizen Doggie Dojo Podcast, host Trevor Smith explores the second pillar of dog training: The Body. Great training isn’t just mental—it’s physical. Your dog reads your every move: shoulders, pace, posture. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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10:26

Train the Mind: Awareness, Timing & Mindset | Doggie Dojo Podcast Ep. 2
In this episode of the Doggie Dojo Podcast, host Trevor Smith guides you through the first of three foundational pillars in the Kaizen philosophy: The Mind 🧠.True transformation in dog training doesn’t begin with the dog—it...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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11:48
