This week on The Dog Owners Podcast, co-hosts Vinnie Somma and Brent LaBrada switch seats as Vinnie interviews Brent about his life-long passion for dogs. From his early days volunteering in shelters to overcoming personal loss, Brent’s story reveals how dogs have been both his teachers and healers. Hear how mentorship, empathy, and a deep sense of purpose shaped his approach to training — and how he’s now using his success to help the rescue community and inspire responsible dog ownership.
In this special episode of The Dog Owners Podcast, host Brent LaBrada flips the script and interviews his co-host Vinnie Somma — the voice and vision behind Say It Once Dog Training.Vinnie opens up about his childhood, the challenges that fueled his drive, and the deep passion that turned his love for dogs into a full-time mission. It’s a fun, honest, and inspiring conversation between two friends who live and breathe dogs and who want to help owners do the same.Because at the end of the day, people don’t care what you do — they care why you do it.🎧 Tune in for laughter, stories, and real insight into what makes one of today’s most influential dog trainers tick.
In this first episode of The Dog Owners Podcast, professional trainers Brent LaBrada and Vinnie Somma break down one of the most important — and often overlooked — parts of raising a balanced, happy dog: a healthy daily routine.They introduce the simple, easy-to-follow system built around four essential stages every dog should go through multiple times a day: Sleep, Potty, PET (Play, Exercise/Training), and Decompression.Brent and Vinnie share their insights on how this structure helps dogs feel calm, fulfilled, and connected to their owners — whether you’re raising a new puppy, welcoming a rescue, or just trying to bring more peace to your household.Tune in to learn how consistency can transform your relationship with your dog — and make life easier for everyone under your roof. 🐾
In this first episode of The Dog Owners Podcast, professional trainers Brent LaBrada and Vinnie Somma break down one of the most important — and often overlooked — parts of raising a balanced, happy dog: a healthy daily routine.They introduce the simple, easy-to-follow system built around four essential stages every dog should go through multiple times a day: Sleep, Potty, PET (Play, Exercise/Training), and Decompression.Brent and Vinnie share their insights on how this structure helps dogs feel calm, fulfilled, and connected to their owners — whether you’re raising a new puppy, welcoming a rescue, or just trying to bring more peace to your household.Tune in to learn how consistency can transform your relationship with your dog — and make life easier for everyone under your roof. 🐾